FORMAL LETTER TEMPLETE

Section Content Examples/Notes

Phần 1:
Chào hỏi

1.1 Không
Use when the recipient's name
biết người Dear Sir or Madam,
is unknown.
nhận

Use appropriate title based on

1.2 Biết tên Dear Mr. Hau, Dear Ms. Hau, Dear Mrs.
gender and marital status (if
người nhận Hau,
known).

1.3 Giới Briefly introduce yourself and

- Thank you very much for your last
thiệu bản state the purpose of the letter
letter. - My name is Minh Hau, I am
thân & mục (e.g., inquire, complain,
writing this letter to …
đích request).

Phần 2:
Đoạn mở
đầu

Hỏi thông I am writing this letter to inquire/ask

Use to request information.
tin about …

I am writing this letter to inform you that Use to notify the recipient of
Thông báo
… something.

Yêu cầu hỗ I am writing this letter to ask for your

Use to seek assistance.
trợ help in …

Use to request permission (e.g.,

Xin phép I am writing this letter to ask if I could …
"liệu tôi có thể").

Cung cấp I am writing this letter to provide you

Use to share requested details.
thông tin with the information you requested.

I am writing this letter to apologize for Use to express regret for an

Xin lỗi
V_ing … action.

Các vấn đề
I am writing this letter with regard to … Use for other general purposes.
khác

Phần 3:
Đoạn thân
Section Content Examples/Notes

- Present detailed information related to

Nội dung the purpose of the letter. - Organize Ensure clarity and relevance in
chính information clearly and logically, the details provided.
avoiding excessive elaboration.

Phần 4:
Đoạn kết

- Would you kindly + V(0) - If you Specify the action you want the
Kêu gọi require any further information, please do recipient to take (e.g., refund,
hành động not hesitate to contact me via email: send a notification). Provide
minhhau@[Link] contact details.

Cảm ơn & Thank you in advance for your

Express gratitude and
mong hồi consideration. I look forward to hearing
anticipation for a response.
đáp from you soon.

- Không biết tên người nhận: Yours Use appropriate sign-off based
Ký tên faithfully, - Biết tên người nhận: Yours on whether the recipient’s name
sincerely - Ký tên: Minh Hau is known.

Đề bài:
WRITING TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have just received an email from an agent at the job center. Read part of her email
below
We are glad to help you in order to find a suitable job for you. We would like to know
more detailed information regarding the reasons why you are interested in working in our
country. We would also like to know the type of jobs you would look for and your
previous work experience. In addition, could you provide us some information about
your qualifications and your English level? Also, what are your salary expectations?
We look forward to hearing from you soon.
Write an email to respond to the agent. You should write at least 120 words.
You do not need to include your name or address.
Bài làm:
Mở đầu:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Thank you very much for your last letter, I am so glad because you help me to find a
suitable job.
I am writring to provide you with the information you requested. Firsly, I am interested in
working in your contry because it is a good place with breaktaking views and kinds,
friendly people. It also offters many job opportunities.
I am looking for a job as a receptionist full-time. From Moday to Friday because I want
to spend more time with my family on the weekens. I have over two years experience as
a receptionist at the Royal Hotel, so I belive I can do this job well,
Beside, I have a bachelor’s degree of tourism and hospitality. Last year, I obtained a B1
VSTEP certificate, so I english is good enough to work in a international environment.
My salary expectations is 1000$ per month.
If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact me via email:
Minhhau@[Link] .
Thank your in advance for your consideration. I am looking forward to hearing from you
soon.
Your faithfuly,
Minh Hau
Viết thư informal
B1: Type: Formal/Informal
B2: Người nhận:
B3: Topices:
B4: xây dựng từ vựng
Bài 1:
TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You live in Ho Chi Minh city. You just took a trip to Da Lat with your English friend
named Mary. You received an email from her after she returned to Liverpool. Read part
of her email below.
I hope you like the photos we took in Da Lat. Did you get home all right?
I'm back at work now, but it’s's a bit difficult to start again. I wish we were still on
holiday.
Why don't we plan another trip this spring if you've got time and money? Any
suggestions where we could go?
Mary
Write a reply to Mary. In this email, you have to tell her that you really like the photos
and the time you got together, describe a problem you had at the airport on the way home
to her and suggest the time and place for the next trip.
You should write at least 120 words. You do not need to include your name or address.
Your response will be evaluated in terms of Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary,
and Grammar.
Dalat trip: Photos, time Problem at the airport Nex trip: time, please
Took a lot of photos. Flight was delayed for 5 Time: Summer(summer
They remind me of the housrs vacation).
great time we spent I felt really tired. Places:
[Link] many But Got home safe in the Visit some famous places:
breath-taking sceneries. end. Independence Place, Cental
post office.
Enjoy delicious but cheap
local foods.

Cấu trúc của Informal

 Mở bài Dear (tên người nhận)
How are you? How have your family been?, Mary thanks for your
last letter. It is great to hear from your again. I’m sorry I haven’t
writen for such a long time, but I’ve been readly busy studying
English to pass the B1 VSTEP. I hope you and family are well.

Thân bài I am writing this letter to …..(cố gắng gih theo nội dung trên)
Kết bài Anyway, I must go and get on with my work /study.
Give my love to your family. We must try and meet up soon.
I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Best regards.
Minh Hau

Bài làm:
Dear Mary,
How are you? How have your family been? Mary thanks for you last letter. It is great to
hear from your again. I’m sorry I haven’t writen such for a long time. But I’ve been
really busy studying English to pass B1Vstep. I hope you and family are well.
-I am writing this letter to say thank you very much for seending me a lot of photos
which we took in Dalat. I really like them. They remind me of the great time we spent
together in Dalat. We visited many beathtaking place there. As you know, I had a bit of
trouble at Tan Son Nhat airport. My flight was delayed for 5 houses. I felt really tired and
uncomfortalbe. However, I still got home safely.
I know that you want to have another trip next spring. But I am sory. I can’t go. I must to
spend some week at my grandfather’s house. Why don’t we take the next trip this
summer? Because I have a long time vacation. Wwe can visit my famous places in Ho
Chi Minh City. Such as Independence Place, Cental post office and enjoy delicious but
cheap local foods. I hope you will have a great time In Ho chi Minh City.
Anyway, I must go and get on with my work. Give my love to your family. We must try
and meet you soon. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Best regards.
Minh Hau

Đề số 2:
Task 1
You live in Hanoi. Last weekend, you went on a bicycle tour in Ninh Binh with your
friend Lan. After returning to Ho Chi Minh City, Lan sent you an email. Read part of the
email below:
I can’t stop thinking about our trip to Ninh Binh! Cycling through the rice fields and
visiting the ancient temples was such a peaceful and unforgettable experience. It was also
great to spend time chatting and relaxing with you.
Did you get back to Hanoi without any problems?
I’m already thinking about our next getaway. Do you have any ideas for where we should
go and when?
Looking forward to your reply!
Lan.
Write a reply to Lan. In your email, you have to say what you enjoyed most about the
tour, describe one problem you faced during the trip, and suggest a location and time for
your next journey.
You should write at least 120 words.
Your response will be evaluated in terms of Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary,
and Grammar.

Enjoyed: breathtaking Problem: falt bicycle Suggest a location and

cienses, local food very I had to walk about tow time: I think next trip of
good, friendly people kilometers, our is DaNang City, It’s a
Although it was tiring, it beautiful place with fresh
became a funny memory air, friendly people, and
for me. cheap, tasty food.

Dear Lan,
How are you, How have your family been? Lan Thanks for you sending last letter.
It is great to hear from your again. I’m sory I haven’t writen such for a long time.
Because I’ve been really busy studying english to pass B1 Vstep. I hope you and your
familly are well.
I’m writing this letter to inform you that next trip of our. Previous tour got for me feeling.
I enjoyed breathtaking views, trying a lot of local food very delicious, and talk with
friendly people local. As you known. I have a bit of trouble about flat bicycle and I must
take the bike for a walk 2 km. It makes me felt very tired and boring. But that is a my
experience tour with me.
I know that you want to have a trip next. And I think We will go on this summer I really
like Da Nang City. That is a beautifull place. The air there is very fresh. People friendly,
and local food is delicious and cheap. I hope you will have a great time in Da Nang City.
Anyway, I must go and get on with my work. Give my love to your family. We must try
and meet you soon. I look fordward to hearning from you soon.
Best regards.
Minh Hau

Bài viết essay:

“Topic” has become an integral part of the rising debate in the present world, including
Vietnam. While components of the argument are in favor, however, the opponents are
completely against the relevance of the "Topic".
“Chủ đề” đã trở thành một phần không thể thiếu trong cuộc tranh luận ngày càng gia
tăng trên thế giới hiện nay, bao gồm cả Việt Nam. Trong khi một số ý kiến ủng hộ, thì
ngược lại, những người phản đối hoàn toàn phủ nhận tính phù hợp của “chủ đề”.
[Chọn 1 trong 2 câu dưới, tùy dạng đề]
1. This essay will discuss the benefits and drawbacks of such a situation and draw a
conclusions.
2. Personally, I strongly agree that [chosen view]
To commence with, "Topic" has many good sides. The most prominent one is that
(positive opinion/ advantage 1). Another good point would be that (advantage/ positive
opinion 2). Thirdly, (advantage/ positive opinion 3).
On the other hand, critics may point out that one of the most significant disadvantages of
the (essay topic - keywords) is that (disadvantage 1/ negative opinion). Another problem
is that (disadvantage 2).
To conclude, there are two sides to everything, and this situation is not an exception. The
"topic" has become a crucial part of our life. Therefore, efficient use of "topic" should be
promoted, however, its misuse should be condemned.

1. 1. Dịch sang tiếng Việt

[Chọn 1 trong 2 câu, tùy đề]
1. Bài luận này sẽ thảo luận về những lợi ích và hạn chế của tình huống này và đưa
ra kết luận.
2. Về phần cá nhân, tôi hoàn toàn đồng ý với [quan điểm đã chọn].
Để bắt đầu, “chủ đề” có nhiều mặt tích cực. Điểm nổi bật nhất là (ý kiến tích cực/ lợi ích
1). Một điểm tốt khác là (lợi ích/ ý kiến tích cực 2). Thứ ba, (lợi ích/ ý kiến tích cực 3).
Mặt khác, những người phản đối có thể chỉ ra rằng một trong những bất lợi đáng kể nhất
của (chủ đề) là (bất lợi 1/ ý kiến tiêu cực). Một vấn đề khác là (bất lợi 2).
Kết luận lại, mọi vấn đề đều có hai mặt và tình huống này cũng không ngoại lệ. “Chủ đề”
đã trở thành một phần quan trọng trong cuộc sống của chúng ta. Do đó, việc sử dụng
“chủ đề” một cách hiệu quả nên được khuyến khích, tuy nhiên, việc lạm dụng nó cần phải
bị lên án.

Bài luận mẫu (≈248 từ) – Topic: Social Media

Social media has become an integral part of the rising debate in the present world,
including Vietnam. While some people are in favor of its relevance, opponents are
completely against it.
This essay will discuss the benefits and drawbacks of such a situation and draw a
conclusion.
To commence with, social media has many good sides. The most prominent one is that it
helps people stay connected with family and friends even when they live far away. For
example, people can call, chat, or share photos instantly through platforms such as
Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok. Another good point is that it provides quick access to
news and information. Nowadays, we can know what happens around the world within
seconds. Thirdly, social media can also support learning and sharing knowledge through
online groups. Many students use it to exchange study materials, join forums, or practice
English with friends abroad. Finally, it creates opportunities for business. Small shops
can advertise products, reach new customers, and increase income without spending too
much money.

On the other hand, critics may point out that one of the most significant disadvantages of
social media is that it can cause addiction. Spending too much time online may reduce
productivity and leave people with less time for real-life activities such as studying,
exercising, or spending time with family. Another problem is the spread of fake news,
cyberbullying, and online scams, which may negatively affect society and even harm
people’s mental health. These risks cannot be ignored.

To conclude, there are two sides to everything, and social media is not an exception.
Therefore, efficient and responsible use of social media should be promoted, however, its
misuse must be strictly condemned.