Writing Task 1

A. Thư cung cấp thông tin

Đề 1: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have received this email from an English-speaking friend, Alex. Read
part of his email below.
Some friends of mine are going backpacking next month around Vietnam.
They would like to learn about Vietnamese culture and its history.

Where should they begin the trip? What's the easiest way to get around? Where
should they stay as they are on a tight budget?

Write an email responding to him.

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.

Đề 2: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

Your parents’ 30th wedding anniversary is coming up soon. You are planning
a big celebration to surprise them. You have asked an event organizer to help
organize it. Read this part of his email below.
I’m happy to help you. I need some more information to prepare for this
special anniversary. I highly recommend two fantastic restaurants in the city
center. One serves traditional food from our country; the other provides
different dishes from many other countries. Which one would be more
suitable? Or do you have any other suggestions?

I also need to know the number of guests you are going to invite to your
parents’ party. The event is coming very soon, so let’s meet and plan
everything in advance. Please suggest the place and the time that suits you.

Write an email to respond to the event organizer.

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.
Đề 3: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have asked your closest friend Brianna to help look after your house and
pet when you are on holiday. She has written you an email asking for more
information. Read this part of her email below.
Great to hear that you are going to visit Dubai! I’m sure you will have a
wonderful time there. Don’t worry, I’ll look after your house and your pet
while you are away. I just want to know the time you leave for Dubai and
when you will be back. I don’t have a lot of experience looking after animals,
so tell me how to care for your pet. Also, are there any other household duties I
am supposed to do?
Lots of love,
Brianna

Write an email to respond to Brianna.

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.

Đề 4: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You are the director of a language center. A student sent you an email asking
for some more information about your language courses. Read this part of her
email below.
I am writing to request further information about the three-week intensive
summer language course you offer. Can you give me the information about the
dates and the fees?
As I am a foreign student, I would like some information about the types of
accommodation available. Will I have to stay with a host family? In addition,
are there any social programs during the course?

Write an email to respond to this student.

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.

Đề 5: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have received the following email from your English penfriend, Anne:
 It's a really brave step to take a year out of college to come and spend 6
months in the UK! What are you planning to do with your time? Find a job?
Learn some new skills? Write back and give me more details of your plans so I
can do my best to help you have a good time.

Write your reply to your penfriend.

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.

Đề 6: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You received an email from your American friend, Thomas. He asked for
some information about your country's most typical dish. Read part of his
email below.
I’m giving a class presentation about food from some countries around the
world. I think I will introduce a special dish from your country. What is the
most common dish in your country? Can you tell me about its ingredients, its
taste, when you eat it, and how important it is to your people and your culture?
Hope to hear from you soon.

Write an email to respond to Thomas.

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.

Đề 7: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

Read the following letter.

I was on a business trip when I received your email, and I have heard that you
are not satisfied with the current course and want to change to another course.
Could you tell me the reason why you want to change the course and which
course you want to study?

Write an email to the head of the department. In your email, you have to
explain why you want to change the course, tell him the course you want to
study, and thank him for his reply.

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.
Đề 8: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You received an email from your friend.

Yesterday, I had a wonderful birthday party with my family and friends. When
I came home from school, I was surprised when I saw a huge birthday cake
made by my mother. My house was decorated for the party and all my close
friends and relatives were there. We sang birthday songs and enjoyed delicious
food. It was a great party. How about your last birthday party? What did you
do? How did you feel? Did you enjoy it?

Write a reply to him/ her.

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.

Đề 9: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking friend, Sam, he is

going to visit Hanoi for 2weeks. Read part of Sam’s email below.
It has been a while since the last time we met. How are you doing? I am going
to visit Hanoi for 2 weeks. Can you tell me about the weather in Hanoi and
which clothes I should bring with me? Can you recommend some places to
visit in Hanoi? Can you tell me some activities to do in Hanoi? Is there
anything to do in Hanoi at night?

Write a reply to Sam.

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.

Đề 10: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

A sports center manager wrote an email to you.
Thank you very much for using our sports center. As you visit our sports center
so often, I am writing to ask for your opinions so that we can improve the service
quality. We would be grateful if you could tell us the reasons why you chose our
center and whether you are satisfied with using the sports facilities. We would
also want to know if there is anything you are unhappy with and things you
would like to be changed. And is there anything new you would like to see and
use?

Write a reply to the manager.

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.

Đề 11: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

A friend of yours, John, has written you an email, read a part of this email
below:
The winters here in London are extremely harsh, the temperature is freezing,
the streets are covered with thick snow that can bury cars. Anyway, how about
the winter in your country? What does the weather look like now in your
country? What are some of the outdoor activities that your country likes to do?
Write back to me soon, okay?
Write an email to John, describe the winter in your country, talk about the
current weather, and tell him about some outdoor activities that your country
likes doing.

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.

Đề 12: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have received this email from an English-speaking penfriend:
I’m a rock fan. I can listen to rock all day. What about you? What kind of music
do you like? What is your favorite song and artist? Please write to tell me more
about your music taste.

Write a reply to your friend.

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.

Đề 13: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking friend, Sam. He is

asking you about a festival in your country. Read part of Sam’s letter below.

I’m studying different festivals from around the world for a project I’m doing.
I would be very grateful for any information you could give me about the
festival itself. Can you tell me which is the most important festival in your
region and when it happens?
 If you think it is worth it, perhaps I could come and see what it’s like. What do
you think? If I come, will you be free? I’d like to see you again and perhaps we
could hang out together.

Write an email responding to Sam.

You should write at least 120 words. You do not need to include your name or
address. Your response will be evaluated in terms ofTask Fulfillment,
Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 14: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have received the following email from your English-speaking friend,
Hannah. She is asking you about how to get to your apartment from the
airport. Read part of Hannah’s email below.
I am very excited to visit your country for the first time next month. Thanks
for inviting me to stay with you. I’m not sure how to get to your apartment
from the airport. Could you write back giving me some basic instructions?
What would be the best method of transport for me? I would prefer one that
isn’t too expensive!
Just one other thing – what will the weather be like when I get there? (Just so
I’ll know what clothes to pack!)

Write an email responding to Hannah.

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.

Đề 15: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have received the following email from your friend in the UK, John. Read
part of Ben’s email below.
My teacher gave me homework about describing my favorite movie. But I
don’t watch movies very often. Also, I rarely go to the cinema nowadays, so I
don’t know what to write. Can you help me describe a movie that you love?
When and where did you watch it? And who do you watch it with?

Write an email responding to John.

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.

Đề 16: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have received the following email from your new penfriend, Alex. Read
part of his email below.
I want to know more about you and your interests. Do you go to university?
Which school do you go to? What are your hobbies?
Last time you wrote to me, you said you prefer staying at home. Why do you
prefer staying at home? I ask because I think that young people like us prefer
going out with friends and having fun.
Write an email responding to Alex and tell him about the school that you go
to, and your hobbies, and explain why you prefer staying at home.

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.

Đề 17: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have received the following email from your friend, Kate. Read part of
her email below.
I really want to go to the History Museum. Since you have been there once, I
hope that you can help me answer some questions. How much will the
entrance fee cost? What is the best time of day to go there? Are there any
requirements for admission?
I hope you will answer me soon.

Write an email responding to Kate.

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.

Đề 18: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

Jennifer, a friend of yours has signed up for a piano course, but she is about to
take an exam. Read part of her email below.
 I really want to learn how to play the piano, and I just signed up for a piano
course. However, I’m about to take an exam. I want to learn the piano, yet I
am really afraid that it will affect the exam. I really need some advice. How to
learn piano well? How to balance learning piano and studying for the exam?
Write an email responding to Jennifer.

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.

Đề 19: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You just celebrate your birthday at a restaurant. The manager of the

restaurant just sent you a thank-you letter. Read part of the letter below.
Our restaurant is very honored to serve you. Thank you very much for having
chosen our restaurant to hold your birthday. In order to improve the service of
our restaurant, could you please send us some feedback on the food, the
service and the atmosphere at our restaurant? Were you happy with the
birthday dinner at our restaurant? Is there any suggestion that you would like
to make?
Write a letter responding to the manager.

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.

Đề 20: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

Your friend, Janet, just graduated from her university, and she wants to go to
Vietnam to work. Read part of her email below.
I will go to Vietnam to work as an English teacher. I have fallen in love with
the country and the people since the last time I came here to visit you. I have
some questions; I hope I’m not bothering you.
Where to find apartments in Ho Chi Minh City? Do I need to buy things in
advance and bring them to Vietnam?
Also, I want to learn Vietnamese. Which center should I apply to in order to
learn Vietnamese? What is the address?

Write an email responding to Janet.

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.

Đề 21: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have just changed your job, and your friend Timmy is writing to check on
you. Read part of his email below.
I have just completed a huge project yesterday, so I have some free time now. I
heard that you just changed your job.
Why did you change your job? How is the new job? What is your responsibility
at that company? What about your co-worker?
I hope to hear from you soon!
Write an email to your friend to answer his questions.

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.

Đề 22: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

Your friend, John, has written an email for you, Read part of his email below:
I have an eye problem because I watch too much TV. The doctor told me that I
should cut back on my screen time. How about you? How much time do you
spend watching TV? What else do you do when you have free time? Can you
suggest some free time activities?
Write back to me soon, I really need your advice.

Write an email to your friend to answer his questions.

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.

Đề 23: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

Your friend, Jakie, went to America to study abroad 6 months ago. She has
written an email for you,read part of her email below:
I am getting used to living in California now, life is very good here. I miss you
and our university very much. What has changed in our university?
Are there any new teachers? What about campus, anything different?
Write an email to your friend to answer her questions.

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.

Đề 24: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

Your friend, Helen, has written an email for you, read part of her email
below:
I am very happy for you that you have bought your first house, and I am very
much looking forward to your housewarming party next weekend.
Can you describe your new house to me? How do you feel about it? How many
rooms does your house have? Lastly, can you describe your bedroom to me?
Write an email to your friend to answer her questions.

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.

Đề 25: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You are the exhibition organizer. You have received a letter from a teacher
asking about your exhibition information next month.
I am interested in the exhibition you are going to organize next month in a
historical museum. I am writing to ask for more information about the exact
date and time so that I can arrange for my students to join your event. What are
the topics? And what can students learn from this exhibition?
Furthermore, I want to know what students can learn from this exhibition.
Lastly, are there any discounts for students?
I am looking forward to your reply soon.
Best regards.
Write an email to the teacher.

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.

Đề 26: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

A client is interested in renting your flats. Read a part of her email below
I am interested in renting your flats. I have a couple of questions that I hope
 you can answer. I need to rent some flats to live with ten of my closest friends.
How many flats should I rent? How much for a flat?
Do your flats have any available furniture? If yes, what are
those specifically? Lastly, do your flats near the city center,
and is it convenient to go shopping?

Write an email to your client.

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.
B. Thư yêu cầu thông tin
Đề 1: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You want to get a B1 certificate. Write a letter to Vivian English Center to ask
for some information about English courses (the cost, the length, and the
schedule of the course).

Write an email to the center.

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.

Đề 2: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

Your new friend, Jeff, whom you met at university, is throwing a party next
Saturday. Write to Jeff and ask him about his house address, the time the party
will begin, and things that you should bring over to his house.

Write an email to Jeff.

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.

Đề 3: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You just got hired by a company. Your first day will be next Monday. But you
still have some questions about what you should wear to work, the work time,
and things that you need to prepare in advance.

Write an email to your company’s HR manager.

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.

Đề 4: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have received a letter from your friend, Nam.

I have broken my arm and the doctor asked me to stay in the hospital for two
weeks. I feel so bored here. Moreover, the English final exam is at the end of
this month. I’m really worried. Can you give me some advice?
Write a reply to Nam. In your letter, you have to ask him how he feels now,
give him some advice on the test, and suggest to him something to read.

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.

Đề 5: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have received an email from your friend, Alan.

I’m excited to let you know I have won second prize in an art competition in
my area. My mum has agreed to give me a trip as a present and I’m thinking of
a short journey to your country this summer. Could you give me some advice?
I want to travel to beautiful places in your country in 2 weeks with my mum.
Where should we go? And what can we do there? What’s the weather like in
your country in summer?

Write an email to Alan and ask him what kinds of things he wants to see,
describe summer in your country, and suggest some suitable activities.

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.

Đề 6: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have received a letter from your friend, Susan.

It has been a while since I received your letter. How are you doing? Are you
still fond of reading as you were in the past? I wish I were a passionate reader
like you. Have you finished reading “Lady Susanne” that you borrowed from
me 6 months ago? This book is very special to me.

Write a reply to Susan. In your letter, you have to apologize to her for not
returning her book, ask her the place and time that you could meet her and
return her book, and answer her questions in her letter.

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.
C. Thư yêu cầu - cung cấp thông tin

Đề 1: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

This is an extract from your pen-friend’s email.

I’m having a busy time at the moment as I have to write lots of Christmas
cards to all my friends and relatives.

Do you celebrate Christmas in Vietnam? What holidays are celebrated in your

country? What is your favorite holiday? How do you celebrate it?

Well, I’d better go now. I’ve got to help my mom with cooking.
Write an email to Dan, answering his questions about Vietnamese holidays,
and asking three questions about British holidays.
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.

Đề 2: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have just received an email from a friend of yours whose name is John, he
told you about his trip toNha Trang. Read part of his email below.
Nha Trang was awesome. I swam a lot, and I ate a lot of delicious seafood. It
has been a while since I took a week off to travel. Anyway, I’m back in the
UK now, I still have something to do after the holiday.
What do you think about my trip to Nha Trang? Also, I heard that you also
took a trip recently. Could you tell me about it? That’s all for now, I hope that
you will answer me soon.

Write an email to your friend to express how you feel about his trip, tell him
about your recent vacation, and ask him what he does after the vacation.

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.

Đề 3: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

A friend of yours, Linda, is coming to your country to travel, read part of her
email below.
I will come to Vietnam next month. I still have some questions because it’s
 my first time visiting there. My biggest question is what’s Vietnam like
during the summer? Because I know that it is a tropical climate country.

Also, what are some of the activities to do in Vietnam? I want to have a full
experience with you.

Write an email to your friend, asking what she wants to visit when she arrives,
describing the summer in your country, and suggesting some activities to do
while she is here.

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.

Đề 4: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have received a letter from your friend, Nam.

I have broken my arm and the doctor asked me to stay in the hospital for two
weeks. I feel so bored here. Moreover, the English final exam is at the end of
this month. I’m really worried. Can you give me some advice?

Write a reply to Nam. In your letter, you have to ask him how he feels now,
give him some advice on the test, and suggest to him something to read.

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.

Đề 5: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have received an email from your friend, Alan.

I’m excited to let you know I have won second prize in an art competition in
my area. My mum has agreed to give me a trip as a present and I’m thinking of
a short journey to your country this summer. Could you give me some advice?
I want to travel to beautiful places in your country in 2 weeks with my mum.
Where should we go? And what can we do there? What’s the weather like in
your country in summer?

Write an email to Alan and ask him what kinds of things he wants to see,
describe summer in your country, and suggest some suitable activities.
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.

Đề 6: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have received a letter from your friend, Susan.

It has been a while since I received your letter. How are you doing? Are you
still fond of reading as you were in the past? I wish I were a passionate reader
like you. Have you finished reading “Lady Susanne” that you borrowed from
me 6 months ago? This book is very special to me.

Write a reply to Susan. In your letter, you have to apologize to her for not
returning her book, ask her the place and time that you could meet her and
return her book, and answer her questions in her letter.

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.
 Writing Task 2
A. Agree & Disagree

Đề 1: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Nowadays, more and more people are going to English-speaking countries to
learn this international language. While studying English in English-speaking
countries is the best way, it is not the only way to learn the language.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Write an essay to
express your point of view.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 2: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Children today are too dependent on computers and electronic entertainment.
It would be better for them to be outside playing sports and taking part in
outdoor activities than spending all day indoors.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 3: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Medical studies have shown that smoking not only leads to health problems
for smokers but also for people close by. For this reason, smoking should not
be allowed in public places. Opponents argue that banning smoking would
possibly affect the freedom of choice or lead to the closure of many bars and
pubs. However, supporters of this ban place people’s health problems at the
top of the scale.
Write an essay for an educated reader to discuss your opinions about whether
public smoking should be banned or not.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 4: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Nowadays an increasing number of high school students choose to go to
universities. However, there is a lack of skilled workers in the labor market.
Therefore, students should be encouraged to go to vocational schools to learn
skills that are of use for specific jobs.

Do you agree or disagree?

Write an essay for an educated reader to express your opinion.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 5: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Nowadays, more and more women are working, and they have less time for
housework. They earn enough money to hire a maid to take care of the house
and families tend to eat out more. Some people think that children, especially
girls, and women, do not need to learn how to do housework anymore.

Do you agree or disagree with the statement?

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 6: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

 In many countries, young people are encouraged to take part in unpaid
community services in their free time to help the local community such as
working for charity, improving the neighborhood, or teaching sports to
younger children. It’s widely believed that this would benefit both individual
teenagers and society as well.

Write an essay to discuss to what extent you agree or disagree with this
opinion.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 7: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Reading can bring a lot of benefits to children. Some people say that reading
picture books could boost up children’s imagination. Others argue that picture
books are not as good for children as television. What extent do you agree or
disagree?

Write an essay to discuss whether you agree or disagree with the statement.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 8: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Some people believe that only English native speakers should teach English so
that learners can achieve a standard pronunciation. Other people argue that
non-native English teachers can teach English as well as native teachers.

Which idea do you agree with?

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.
Đề 9: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

People tend to work longer hours nowadays. Working longer hours has a
negative effect on themselves, their family, and society so working hours
should be restricted.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 10: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Nowadays, with the wide coverage of technology and the increasing quality of
life, most students own a personal phone. However, the increasing amount of
screen time in students nowadays, especially secondary students, is seriously
alarming. Therefore, some people think that secondary school students should
be banned from using phones in schools.
Do you agree or disagree with the statement?

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 11: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Children being overweight has become the most alarming problem in today’s
world. Most of the causes are caused by overconsumption of fast food and
playing video games excessively. Therefore, some experts say that increasing
the time for students to exercise and play at the playground in schools is the
most effective solution for students to lose weight.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your
opinion.
Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.
Đề 12: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Although more and more people read news on the Internet, newspapers will
remain the most important source of news.

Do you agree or disagree? Write an essay for an educated reader to express

your opinion.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 13: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Some people believe that public transportation such as buses will gradually
replace private transportation because it is becoming more and more modern,
convenient, and cheap.

Do you agree or disagree? Write an essay for an educated reader to express

your opinion.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 14: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Nowadays, some subjects such as math and English have become wildly
important in children’s education and future careers. Therefore, some subjects
like art are not an essential subject for students. Because of this, some people
think that students should focus on studying math or language instead of art.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.
B. Advantage & Disadvantage
Đề 1: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Traffic jams are becoming a serious problem in big cities. It has caused a
serious influence on both citizens and society. Many solutions have been
applied to solve this problem and one way is to build sky trains in cities that
run overhead rather than on the ground.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of such a solution?

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 2: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Tourism has become one of the fastest-growing industries in the world.
Millions of people today are traveling farther and farther throughout the year.
Some people argue that the development of tourism has had negative effects
on local communities; others think that its influences are positive.
Write an essay for an educated reader to discuss the effects of tourism on local
communities.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 3: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

A lot of places in the world rely on tourism as a main source of income.
Unfortunately, over-reliance on tourism can cause some problems.

Describe the advantages and disadvantages of tourism in the modern world.

Do you think that the benefits of tourism outweigh its drawbacks?

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 4: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Studying abroad may be one of the most beneficial experiences for a student.
When studying abroad, students have the opportunity to study in a foreign
nation and obtain an international degree which is an advantage for their future
personal development and better job opportunities. However, students also
have a number of difficulties such as language barriers and homesickness.
Write an essay for an educated reader to discuss the advantages and
disadvantages of studying overseas.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 5: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Homeschooling in simple words is educating your kids at home without letting
them go to public school. There are many reasons why today’s parents are not
at all interested in sending their kids to public schools and choose to
homeschool. Homeschooling today is legal in many parts of the world and
there are many parents in the UK, and USA, who give homeschooling priority
as compared to public school.
But always remember where there are advantages to something there are also
some disadvantages and like public and private schooling, home schools also
have some disadvantages that parents must care about.
Write an essay for an educated reader to discuss the advantages and
disadvantages of homeschooling.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 6: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

The 21st century has witnessed a social change. People prefer to live in a small
 family rather than a large family. Some people choose to live in a nuclear
family with only 2 generations.

Write an essay for an educated reader to discuss the advantages and

disadvantages of living in a small family.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 7: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Read the following extract from an article about education.

Today more and more young children have electronic gadgets such as
computers and mobile phones. Some people say that this is a positive
development in children’s education; others argue that the use of technology
among young children does more harm than good.
Write an essay to discuss the effects of technology on the education of young
children.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 8: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

In the past lectures were the traditional method of teaching large numbers of
[Link] new technology is increasingly being used to teach
students.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of this new approach?

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 9: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

 Public transport has become popular in Vietnam, especially in big cities.
Millions of people today are traveling by public transport. Some people think
that using public transport brings a lot of advantages to society in general and
to themselves in particular; others argue that they have some difficulties when
using public transport.

Write an essay for an educated reader to discuss the advantages and

disadvantages of public transport.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 10: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Buying things on the Internet, such as books, fight tickets, and groceries, is
becoming more and more popular.

Do the advantages of shopping in this way outweigh the disadvantages?

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 11: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Advertising is a very common feature of all our daily media. In fact, in most
daily newspapers, advertising makes up the majority of the content. Very large
amounts of money are spent on advertising. A television commercial can
easily cost many thousands of dollars per second.
Write an essay to an educated reader to discuss both the advantages and
disadvantages of advertising.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 12: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:
In the past lectures were the traditional method of teaching large numbers of
students. Nowadays new technology is increasingly being used to teach
students. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this new approach?

Write an essay to an educated reader to discuss the effects of technology on

the education of young children.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 13: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Nowadays, with the increasing quality of living standards and rapid
development of technology, almost every household in the world has an
entertainment platform such as television. Therefore, many children spend a
lot of time watching TV.

What are the positive and negative impacts of watching television on children?

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 14: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

After Covid-19, working from home has become more and more popular
among employees, especially among young people. Some experts say that this
trend is here to stay.
Write an essay for an educated reader to discuss the advantages and
disadvantages of working from home.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.
C. Discussion
Đề 1: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Many people think that traveling alone is better because individuals can
comfortably do whatever they want. Others think that traveling with a group of
friends on tours is a better choice because of shared costs.

Discuss both views and give your opinions.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 2: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

English is not only used as a mere communication tool, but it is also used in
business, diplomatic policies, tourism, entertainment, and education sectors,
and to communicate between two non- English native nations. Thus, English
has become an international language and people should only learn English
instead of their mother tongue. However, many people believe that English
will not replace the native language because it is related to the culture of a
country.

Write an essay for an educated reader to discuss both views and give your
opinion.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 3: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:
With the recent development in technology like e-books, some people feel that
printed media like books, newspapers, and magazines will soon be a thing of
the past. Others feel that those forms of media will never disappear.
Write an essay to discuss the future of printed media.
Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 4: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Some people believe that the subjects that children are taught in schools should
be decided by central authorities because they can guarantee the
standardization of teaching. Others say that teachers, not politicians, should be
responsible for this task as they can choose subjects based on students’
interests and abilities, which can promote learning.

Write an essay for an educated reader to discuss both views and give your
opinion.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 5: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

After a day of working, some young people who live by themselves prefer to
eat out or buy takeaway. However, others say that cooking your own food is
much more beneficial.

Write an essay for an educated reader to discuss both views and give your
opinion.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 6: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:
Some people like to live in an extended family which includes many
generations. Other people prefer living in a nuclear family.
Which one do you prefer? State your opinion.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 7: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Successful sports professionals can earn a great deal of money more than other
people in other important professions. Some people think this is fully justified
while others think it is unfair.

Discuss both of these views and give your opinion.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 8: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Some people think that the responsibility of protecting the environment
belongs to the government. Others think that the citizen is the main factor in
keeping the environment clean.

Discuss both of these views and give your opinion.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.
D. Problem & Solution
Đề 1: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Several studies indicate that the brain drain phenomenon has become a
common trend in developing countries. It means that many developing
countries continually lose a significant number of high- level educated
workers, especially scientists, engineers, academics, and physicians, who
decide to move and stay abroad in more developed countries in search of
higher income and a better standard of living. It is believed that this
phenomenon causes a huge financial loss to the home countries. Thus, it is
important for the home countries to find some solutions to overcome this
problem

Write an essay for an educated reader to discuss the causes of brain drain and
suggest several solutions to solve the problem.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 2: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Nowadays, more people decide to have children later in their life. This
tendency can be seen frequently, especially in many developed countries. New
data show that the number of American women having kids after age 35 is
continuing to grow. There are some reasons leading to this trend and it
certainly will have great impacts on family and society.

Write an essay for an educated reader to discuss the reasons and the impacts
on family and society.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 3: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

 Traffic accidents have become one of the most significant factors leading to the
death of many people.

Write an essay for an educated reader to discuss the causes of traffic accidents
and suggest some possible solutions.
Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 4: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Obesity is a serious global problem in today’s society, especially among young
people. More than one-third of adults and 17% of youth in the United States
are obese, although the prevalence remained stable between 2003-2004 and
2009-2010. Obesity causes a lot of conditions including heart disease, stroke,
type 2 diabetes, and certain types of cancer.
Write an essay for an educated reader on the causes of obesity among young
people and possible solutions.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 5: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Deforestation has been one of the most serious problems in modern issues.
With the development of technology and society, comes a decrease in forests
and trees.

What are some of its effects on the environment? Suggest some solutions.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 6: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

 The population has rapidly increased each and every year, roughly about millions
of people. The human population has reached 8 billion this year. It is estimated
that in 2050, the human population will reach 10 billion people, and 15 billion
people in 2100. Human overpopulation has put more pressure on the
environment.
Write an essay for an educated reader to discuss the impacts of
overpopulation and suggest some possible solutions.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 7: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Nowadays, many young people tend to quit their jobs in companies to start
their own businesses. This phenomenon has caused fewer employees overall in
companies.

Write an essay for an educated reader to discuss the reasons for this trend.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 8: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

The problem of environmental pollution has become so serious that many
countries are trying to solve these problems.

Write an essay for an educated reader to discuss the effects resulting from
environmental pollution and suggest some measures.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 9: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

 There are a lot of TV Shows nowadays. However, instead of watching various
kinds of educational shows or news, young people often prefer watching game
shows or movies.

Write an essay for an educated reader to discuss the reason behind this trend.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 10: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Recent studies show that many children spend too much time in front of the
television and spend little time socializing with family and friends or taking
part in active and creative activities. This habit is extremely harmful. Parents,
therefore, should consider it carefully.

Write an essay to discuss the impact of watching too much TV on children and
suggest ways to deal with it.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 11: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Read the following extract from a report on teenage crime:

In recent years, the rate of crime committed by teenagers in many countries
throughout the world has increased. This problem has affected people’s lives
and security. The rise of crime committed by youth has resulted from many
factors. The challenge, therefore, is how to deal with this worrying trend.

Write an essay that discusses the possible causes of crime committed by

teenagers and that gives suggestions on how to address the problem.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.
Đề 12: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

More and more people today are choosing to travel internationally. Many
people believe that the cost of traveling overseas has become cheaper these
days and it has boosted the tourism industry in many countries. Others say that
a rise in middle-class income coupled with advances in aviation result in the
rise of traveling abroad.
Write an essay for an educated reader to discuss the reasons for the rising
international travel.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 13: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Read the following extract from a report on teenage crime:

Modern life has become so demanding that many people are now under stress.
There may be a number of causes, and dealing with stress is a common concern
in today’s world. Different people try out different methods to reduce stress.

Write an essay to discuss the factors in modern society that cause stress and
suggest solutions to reduce it.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Đề 14: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Read the following extract from a report on teenage crime:

Eating habits are changing now that fast food has become more and more
popular throughout the world. Many busy people choose fast food because of
its convenience. In many countries, traditional food is being replaced with
international fast food. This trend is having negative influences.

Write an essay to discuss the negative effects of fast food.

Give reasons and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of
Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.