SPEAKING EXAM

Topic 1: Talk about your dream job

1. Why is it harder nowadays to find a job? What do you think are the factors
that affect this?
In my opinion, finding a job is more difficult nowadays because: Companies are more
and more picky about candidates, Standards of recruitment documents and barriers are
very high, Opportunity to receive interviews is difficult. The factors affecting this are
Hard Skills, Soft Skills, Workability, Foreign Language Proficiency and Study Results, in
which the Hard Skills factor has the strongest impact.
2. What qualifications must a worker have in order to achieve a good job?
To complete the job well, employees need to have soft skills, good academic
performance, hard skills, workability, foreign language skills.
3. What is “a good job” for you?
Good work is a collection of 4 “P” factors including: Place (Workplace); People
(People); Pay (Salary) and Passion (Passion). A good workplace, friendly colleagues, and
a decent salary are factors that can be measured by common standards.
4. Do you think that getting a high salary means having a good job?
Not always. A good job to some people who need the money, may not make a lot of
money. But they may make enough to pay the bills and feed their family. And to them
that is a good job. It just depends on what your definition of what a good job is.
5. What is the most important thing that you are looking for in a job? Explain
your answer.
To me, the most important thing that I am looking for in a job is passion. When you
have passion for your job, you will have done it effectively without weariness. Instead of
going to work every day with a heavy mentality, when you are passionate about your job,
you will enjoy your job.
6. Some people say it’s better to work for yourself than be employed by a
company. What’s your opinion?
Both working for yourself or being employed by a company are good. In my opinion, at
first, I should apply for a job for a company to study and research to have more
knowledge. When you have enough ability, enough knowledge, then mastering will
become easier. Reduce the percentage of bankruptcy risk.
7. What do you think about “start-up”?
I think a start-up is a good idea. If we succeed, it will create a huge premise, but at the
same time, it also contains many challenges. We need experience and strength to face
them.
8. What’s your ideal working environment?
I think an ideal working environment would have a lot of good employees. Moreover, I
am everyone's respect and my opinions are received and considered. Everyone is
friendly. In particular, I have a great boss.
9. What job would you do for free?
Charity is a job I would do for free. Such as teaching children who live in mountainous
areas or with difficult conditions.
10. What are your strengths/weaknesses?
Personally, I think my strength is my eagerness to learn. If I make a mistake, I will
admit it and work to correct it. My weakness is caring about what people think about me,
so sometimes I'm stressed. I'm trying to figure out how to fix it.

Topic 2: Talk about your personality or character

1. What positive/negative characters do you have?

I guess my positive trait is ambitious. It is quite good for me to have this kind of
personal trait, because it allows them to live and work more positively. I normally tend to
set high goals and show strong determination to achieve them by all means, no matter
what difficult situations I’m in.
2. Who do you resemble in personality in your family? In what way?
I think of my father. I and my dad are easygoing and kind hearted. But I am not as
considerate as my dad my father always help everybody. he rarely angry with people.
3. If you could change a character that you have, what would it be? Why?
if I change my personality that I have, I think I want to be a extrovert. the reason for
this could be I want to explore new things which I have never tried. I have never tried
more things because I always scared.
4. Would you be willing to change your character for a person you love? Why?
i am willing to change my character for my lover. this reason for this could be it makes
us understand each other better, love day by day bigger and bigger.
5. Give some character/ personality of other people that you hate, and why?
i quite hate selfish person. they never want to give but they always want to receive. if
more and more selfish people appear, people must disappear in the near future.
6. Do you think it’s easy for a person to change their personality? Why (not)?
well. it is too hard to change my personality. I think my character is suitable my current
situation. I don't want to change if it isn't necessary.
7. If you are looking for friendship with someone, (including
girlfriend/boyfriend), what personality traits would be important for you?
I always find truth person. I believe if we are a friend, we never lie. Lie will destroy a
relationship even though you don't really want.

Topic 3: Talk about the most difficult period of your life

1. What is the most difficult period in your life?

When I was in 12th grade. The most difficult period was having to choose between my
favorite major and my family's choice. I find it very difficult. I don't want to upset my
parents, but that also means I don't want to choose a major I don't like.
2. How do you overcome problems/ difficulties in life?
I had to seek a lot of advice from teachers and seniors. And then I choose according to
what I want. I am 18 years old and I will be responsible for my choices. If I want to grow
up.
3. What do you do when you have some difficulties that is hard to solve?
I will ask for help from my family. Or I will deal with it myself, I don't quit being taken
care of too much coming from other people will help me this star.
4. What advice can you give to a friend whom you think is depressed?
I think there will be a lot of you like me, but I just want to say "be strong, choose and
fight with all your heart for it."
5. Give some reasons why people find it hard to open their problems with family
members?
Each person's perspective on life is different, it is easy to cause misunderstandings and
disputes among family members. Because they fear family members will worry too much
about their problems.
6. What type of help do people need for such period?
In my opinion, at that time, they really needed words of encouragement and sharing.
They should participate in future-oriented activities and experience-sharing talks with
their predecessors.
7. What is the role of parents in helping their children in their difficult period?
Parents have an extremely important role, they need to understand their children,
support and encourage them to choose right with their passion. Don't force them to do
things they don't want to. Sharing life experiences, equipping their children with the best
equipment for life.
8. Have you ever regretted the decision you made in the past? Why?
As for myself, I have never regretted my decisions in the past. Because when I decide to
do something, I think about my thoughts later so when I feel like I will regret it, I don't do
it.
9. What do you do when you feel depressed?
What do you do when you feel depressed? When I feel depressed I usually read a novel
or watch motivational videos from influencers it works very well for me or I will talk
about my difficulties with my friends and family.
10. What could someone do to encourage you when you feel depressed?
What could someone do to encourage you when you feel depressed? I think it's my
family and loved ones, because they are my main driving force and goal to keep going.
11. What’s the most encouraging book you’ve ever read?
What’s the most encouraging book you’ve ever read? The book that motivates me the
most is "Finding a reason to live" by author Viktor Frankl. The author rarely mentions the
hardships, pain and loss he has experienced, instead he writes about the sources of
strength that kept him alive.
12. Is time a weapon to fight discouragement with? Why? How?
Is time a weapon to fight discouragement with? Why? How? It’s a proven fact that
“time-away” increases creativity, motivation, and productivity. In fact, taking a break is a
decisive battle tactic for defeating discouragement. When you feel discouraged and like
you can’t do anything, try and force yourself to accomplish small tasks. In doing so, you
will give yourself a lift of hope. When you know you can do things that are meaningful
and have a positive impact on the world, you will feel better about yourself as a whole.
Try and use the talents that God has given you.

Topic 4: Talk about a good friend in your life

1. What does “a good friend” mean to you?

A good friend is one who always has your back in a crisis and always listens to you
and sometimes offers sympathy. However, a true friend will always admonish you
candidly if they feel you are headed in the wrong direction or about to make a life
altering mistake.
2. Do you keep a lot of friends or just a few close friends? Why?
 I usually keep the system with a smaller number of friends, because I personally do not
like to have too many relationships, although it has many pros and cons.
3. How important is having friends in our lives?
Friendships can enrich your life in many ways. Good friends teach you about yourself
and challenge you to be better. They encourage you to keep going when times get tough
and celebrate your successes with you. But friends do a lot more than give you a shoulder
to cry on; they also have a positive impact on your health
4. What kind of friend are you to your friends?
I am a good friend to my friends, always listening when my friend is sad and
volunteering to take them where they want to go, ready to share my life experiences.
5. How do people in your country usually make friends?
In my country, you can make friends just by sitting next to someone a few times during
class, then a friendship logically happens. Otherwise, you can make cyber friends through
social networks like Facebook or Twitter.
6. What makes a good friend?
Well, I guess it depends on how you define a good friend. For me, a good friend is
someone who can help friends when they are in trouble and treats everyone well, always
listening to words and giving sincere advice. -Good friends are loyal and accept you for
who you are during the good and bad times. Good friends are also honest — honest
enough to tell you when you're not being a good friend yourself. Some people only want
to surround themselves with people who will tell them what they want to hear.
7. What do you think about making friends on the Internet?
People often say that online relationships are often unstable, but I personally don't think
so. Sometimes making friends online can help us find our soul mate, often with them, we
just share with each other more comfortably and receive encouraging words about them.
8. Is it easier or more difficult for a man and a woman to be good friends? Why?
Male or female, it's all the same, the important thing is how we treat each other. Just
being honest with yourself and not taking advantage of each other is the most practical
thing when creating a friendship. Is it common to have friendships across generations?
9. Is it common to have friendships across generations?
 Intergenerational friendships are equally common among men and women, regardless of
age. Do you have any friends from a different generation than you?
10. Do you have any friends from a different generation than you?
I have some friends from a different generation like Huynh, Linh, Hung. they were born
in 2003 but I were born in 1990.
11. What is the longest friendship that you have had?
I have the longest friendship over 10 years. This relationship start when we learn high
school together.
12. What makes friends different from family?
There's a big difference between family and friends. family is where we live together and
not the end of a relationship throughout life. On the other hand, relationships with friends
are based on our preferences and our shared interests because we feel good when we're
with them and this can be ended.

Topic 5: Talk about the benefits of laughter.

1. Could you tell me a joke?

Two days ago, my teacher shared a funny story that make my friends laugh. The story
means having a husband and a wife while sleeping. The wife has a dream and says my
husband is going to come home. You should hide somewhere right now. The husband
panicked and immediately woke up and hide. That’s all
2. Do you agree that laughter is the best medicine for heart?
I hold a firm that laughter is the best medicine, especially for the heart. Laughter plays
an important part in our lives and would be very boring without laughter. People who are
always smiling and laughing for reasons of course are younger in looks than their actual
ages. It will also build up strong health and win more social connections.
3. Do you know any famous comedians? Do you think they are funny?
Of course, I do! In our country, there are an array of outstanding comedians such as
Tran Thanh, Chi Tai, Hoai Linh, and especially Thu Trang. When I'm bored, I'll watch
one of her comedies to unwind. I enjoy how she crafts scripts and ideas for her films,
which contain amusing stories as well as human love.
4. When is some situation you shouldn’t tell a joke?
In my view, the situation where we should not joke is when we are in a narrow space
such as an elevator. I recall seeing a similar joke video earlier. They will act as if the
elevator has crashed, and I can see the responses of those who have been fooled.
Although I don't know what they were thinking at the time, I'm sure their brains were
racing or, worse, obsessed after
5. What are some common subjects that people like to joke about?
Nowadays, with the development of the Internet. People prefer to watch short videos
on Facebook, Tik Tok. Short videos which are making people laugh because those are
situations both amused and annoyed someone. A lot of videos are public on social media
with a hilarious song, or a song can make the viewer feel them in this situation.
6. Have you ever become part of a joke?
How might you feel if this happens? Yes, I have. I can forget the time I told my class a
joke, but no one laugh. At that moment. I found that It’s me is a joke for my class. I feel
really embarrassed and didn’t talk anymore.
7. What is humorous to you?
As popular, I prefer to enjoy short funny videos on Facebook. It may be an image that
has been created too funny. Or a weird video with a song is trending then.
8. What is your favorite comedy? Why is it funny?
My favorite comedy is a comedy about life, it has been recorded with the background
of real life. This type of comedy makes me follow the new trend of life before I become
an outdated, boring guy.
9. Who is your favorite comedian?
My favorite comedian is Mr.Bean who was born in England. I loved him because he
acted so much ridiculous and make me laugh. I watched him when I was 8 years old from
time to time my mother turn Mr.Bean film while eating. and now I still watching a series
of him to relax
10. Are you humorous?
 Actually, I am not a humorous person, my friends told me that when I make a joke that
seems my friends do not get it. I realized humor, was not suitable for me.

11. Why do people say laughter is the best medicine?

Exactly laughter is the best medicine because you laugh your body will be creative
benefit hormones to help your health. Especially reducing street that avoids depression
and another thing. Moreover, after you laugh definitely you feel good and eat better. So
that is why people say laughter is the best medicine.
12. Are you a good joke teller?
I am quite bad to make a joke, what I make a joke my friends do not laugh and they
feel boring. I also use another way to make people laugh but it's not effective. So I think I
was born and did not have to joke.

TOPIC 6: Describe one of your travel hassles.

1. What common problems do you encounter when travelling?

Vehicle damaged, lost property, get lost, can't speak foreign language.
2. What hassles would you possibly encounter when travelling abroad?
the first problem is of course about unpalatable food and language disagreements that
lead to awkward situations.
3. What hassles do you think most foreigners experience when travelling in your
country?
Vietnam tourism is prone to being snatched and overpriced. The road has not been
completed yet.
4.What things must a person prepare before travelling in order to avoid hassles?
People should not wear too much jewellery when travelling and should ask the guide
carefully about places to eat to avoid wasting money.
 Do your research, Don’t draw attention, Make copies of important documents, Be wary
of public Wi-Fi, Safeguard your hotel room. We shouldn’t wear too much jewellery when
travelling…

5. What things do you always bring when you travel?

Weather-appropriate clothes and essential creams are instant noodles because the food
elsewhere is not to my taste. 
Visa, luggage, Passport, Phone charger / portable phone charger, Euros, EU adapters,
Flip flops (for the hostel bathrooms), Water bottle, Socks, Underwear, Sun cream
6. Has travel become safer in recent years?
Some people would say that accidents and casualties are higher in modern times than in
the past. I think that traveling in recent years has significantly improved and offers more
convenience to commuters. In recent days, we have more strict traffic rules, acute safety
measures including biometric checking, and modern transportations which are built
considering safety in mind. 
7. What would you do if someone overcharged you for being a tourist?
I will ask for help from the tour guide if it doesn't work then I won't buy anymore
8. If you had $100,000, where would you go on holiday? How about if you had
$10,000? What about $1,000?
If I had $100,000, I think I will travel around Europe countries. Because I quite like
traveling, so if I have a large amount of money, I would enjoy all over Eroupe, a
continent I never dreamed of. And if I have $1,000, I will travel in Korea, a country that I
especially love. 
9. Which countries have you travelled to?
I have traveled to 3 countries, Thailand, Cambodia, and Laos
10. Do you prefer hot countries or cool countries when you go on holiday?
I am a person who prefers a cool climate because I can go more places and get less tired.
11. Who makes the decisions when your family decides to go on holiday? 
When my family wants to travel I make the choices about where to go but my mother
decides.
12. If you could choose one place to go this weekend, where would it be? 
Recently, the weather is also difficult to be hot this weekend. Maybe I will choose to go
to the beach in Vung Tau.
13. Have you ever read an interesting question in an in-flight magazine? What was it?
I went through a few magazines available on the plane and came across the interesting
question "is it possible to parachute from the plane"? 
14. Is there any difference between young tourists and adult tourists?
-Adults often travel in the form of resorts
Young people like to travel in the form of discovery
When it comes to spending money, adults will spend more wisely than young people
15. Do you think tourism will harm the Earth?
Air pollution: Although considered a "smokeless industry", tourism can cause air
pollution through the emission of exhaust gases from motorbikes and boats.

TOPIC 7: Describe some superstitions in your country.

1. Are you superstitious? Give me a superstition that you really follow.

I am not a superstitious person, but I believe in supernatural things only a little. For
example, in worship, I have always believed that if I pray, my ancestors will bless me and
they will bring good things to me.
2. Why do you think many people still follow some local superstitions?
I think since it's an inexplicable phenomenon and it's been passed around since time
immemorial for a long time, gradually they come to believe it's true, some of them need
help and support so they believe in a bogus force like God.
3. Name some superstitious beliefs that you know.
some superstitious beliefs that I know are fortune-telling, or when sick instead of going
to the doctor they invite a shaman Cut nails at night, some countries like Japan believe
that if you do so, you will die, or customary summoning the souls of the dead, the dead
will come back and talk to the living.

4. Do you think your family is superstitious? Why/ Why not?

I think my family is not superstitious because almost no one in my family believes in
unreal things and only worships according to the teachings of the ancestors to show
respect for them and my family does not follow any religion.
5. Give some negative/ positive effects of believing in superstitions.
The negative effect is that when you believe too much in something, you will do things
you should not do or do things that cannot be undone like not going to the doctor but only
trusting the shaman. The positive effect is that it can be a good tradition and it can
become your spiritual support
6. Do you think superstition would still continue in our society? Why/ Why not?
Superstition will continue in society because superstition has been attached to our
society for a long time and will be very difficult to remove from society.
7. What is your opinion of superstitious people?
Superstitious people are people who have strong beliefs about spirituality and they
believe that spirituality is what helps them in everything.
8. Are any colors lucky or unlucky?
In my opinion, there are lucky colors because when we use lucky colors, it will make us
feel secure and confident with what we are doing.
9. What can you do to prevent bad things from happening?
To prevent bad things from happening, you should avoid doing bad and harmful things
for yourself
10. What are some things that are considered lucky/unlucky?
Unlucky things are losing money and having an accident, lucky things are being given
money, winning the lottery, and getting help with work.
11. What numbers are considered to be lucky/unlucky in your country?
Number 13 is unlucky, some people avoid this number in
12. Do you have a lucky number?
No, I'm not a superstition person. Numbers are only for counting.
13. Has anything ever happened to you that you cannot explain?
I do the exam very well but I got a bad mark
14. Has anything ever happened to you that you cannot explain?
No, It can't explain now but it will be explained but not now.
15. Do you believe you have supernatural powers there?
No, Everything that happens is caused by something else.

Topic 8: Describe what makes someone “genius”

1. Do you know anyone who is considered a genius? What have they done?
I have met some people that are quite intelligent, but not what I would consider geniuses.
For me a genius is simply that person who, in any specific field, make the rest of us look
like toddlers. Whether it's art, music or a more intellectual field, the genius has a
thorough knowledge and deep and intuitive understanding of the field.They see thing in it
that we just can't see. And doing it as easily as you and me would play with real clay.
2. What factors influence a person in becoming a genius?
What factors influence a person in becoming a genius? Talented people must have a
combination of innate characteristics (qualities) such as developed intelligence, thinking
ability, quick absorption, good memory, quick reflexes, flexibility..and qualities formed
through the process of training, cultivating, learning, absorbing... from society and the
community such as having good communication skills; high sense of responsibility; eager
to learn, to discover... Among them, the qualities formed by the process of education,
training, cultivation... play a decisive role.
3. Do you think a genius is born or trained? Why?
 Do you think a genius is born or trained? Why? I believe a genius is trained because
everybody always have more than one skills but it depends on current situation. for
example, you really love play the piano but you are poor and you don't have enough
money to eat. May you play the piano during you don't you money buy the piano and
nobody lent you the piano?
4. Would you like to be a genius? Why/ Why not?
Would you like to be a genius? Why/ Why not? I quite would like to be a genius because
I want to change the world. I want myself help more than people. Everybody in over the
world have enough food and clean drink.
5. Do you think that being “genius” is a gift or not really? Why(not)?
Do you think that being “genius” is a gift or not really? Why(not)? Sure, genius is a gift
that God has bestowed on lucky people, but besides that, geniuses are subject to great
expectations and evaluations from people.
6. Should genius people be treated differently from normal people? Why(not)?
Should genius people be treated differently from normal people? Why(not)? It shouldn't
be because they're just human after all, they also have feelings and need to be shared.
7. Which is better, being born a genius or becoming a genius by practicing?
Why?
Which is better, being born a genius or becoming a genius by practicing? Why? I think a
made genius is more interesting and makes more heartwarming stories. Geniuses are
born, and intelle ctuals are made. If a genius does not practice, they cannot sit and score
in the exam.
8. If you have a wish, what talent do you want to get? Why?
If you have a wish, what talent do you want to get? Why? I wish I were a workaholic and
but I could finish all I need in a shorter time. I would like to be more focused on
important tasks. I can’t even be 100% focused on my work when I’m surrounded by the
working atmosphere.
9. How intelligent do you think you are?
How intelligent do you think you are? I don't know exactly how intelligent I am. But
intelligence is a process of training and accumulation to get. And I think I myself need to
learn a lot to become more and more intelligent.
10. Why are very intelligent children born to parents who are not very
intelligent?
Why are very intelligent children born to parents who are not very intelligent? I believe
the god want their parent have a life better so they give your children are intelligent.
Children who are born in poor family they can have determination to be a rich people
because they want their parent have a good life.
11. What separates a person from being very intelligent and being a genius?
What separates a person from being very intelligent and being a genius? Intelligence and
being a clever person are adapted to different circumstances, but not necessarily a genius.
Genius has got to do with another talent known as creativity. A genius has a creative
mind that is much more imaginative and constructive than a merely intelligent person. If
you are lazy or don’t practice exercise more, you will Fall behind,
12. Do you think that we can create artificial intelligence?
Do you think that we can create artificial intelligence? Yes, I think we can. As we see,
There have long been inventions about using artificial intelligence created, it helps to
some extent in our lives. and these inventions are all man-made. It can be both beneficial
and harmful, but we can still control it.
13. Do you think that we can create artificial intelligence?
Very intelligent people are often not very good at being social, why do you think this is? I
agree, but a little bit partly because not everyone who is good at communicating and
interacting with society is smart. They just practice to gradually improve their skills when
dealing with crowds. On the other hand, some of them are very intelligent but do not
want to be exposed to too much of society. Just because they limit their contact doesn't
mean they will be socially weak
14. In what way do you think intelligence is related to academic success?
In what way do you think intelligence is related to academic success? I think smart
people are those who will have the advantage to lead to academic success, but that is not
an absolute advantage because to succeed in learning not only needs intelligence but also
hard work. and persevere.
15. Are people born intelligent or does the environment “make” them intelligent?
Are people born intelligent or does the environment “make” them intelligent? In my
opinion, people are born with intelligence that still exists, but only in a very small
percentage. Most of the people who are intelligent today have undergone training and
practice or in other words the environment that has made them intelligent.

Topic 9: Talk about your predictions about future technology.

1. What technology do we have that you think would still be useful in the future?
I think automatic washing machines, dishwashers, and vacuum cleaners will still be
useful in the future, and maybe we will just upgrade them more and more often to better
meet our needs.
2. If you have a chance to invent something in the future, what would it be and
why would you invent that?
If I have a chance to invent something in the future, I think I will invent a map showing
only the empty places in the parking lot. So that the driver can find the parking spot
quickly and save time.
3. With better and more improving technology, do you think people would still
have jobs in the future?
I think so, because there are some jobs that can only be done manually that robots
cannot do. For example, difficult surgeries that require human meticulousness.
4. Can you live without technology?
Life without technology wouldn't be functional or enjoyable for most of us. Keep the
world running by getting into IT. Imagine this: You wake up one day in a world without
technology – all the computers on the planet just disappeared
5. Can robots take over the world in the future? Why(not)?
I don't think so because humans are the creators of robots. it is true that there are robots
that have developed artificial intelligence to read emotional cues, but they cannot replace
humans, especially in complex situations. They can register emotions, but building
relationships and showing empathy with customers and colleagues is another story
6. What are some jobs that could be replaced by technology?
There are many jobs replaced by technology such as: Security guard, Taxi driver, Bank
teller, Bookkeeping,... such as driverless taxi, you just need to get in a taxi and pay for
the robot, no human need to drive

7. What do you think will be the next biggest technological advance?

I think one of the biggest technological advancements in the future is the invention of an
infinite source of clean energy. And in the future genetic engineering will be able to
restore rare and extinct creatures to maintain biodiversity
8. How can countries help to create more inventors?
To have more inventors, education is the most important thing. A good educational
environment will create the basis for creative thinking. A number of different government
policies can increase the incentives for inventors including guaranteeing intellectual
property rights, and government assistance with the costs of research and development.
9. What is your favorite piece of technology you own?
Mobile phones are my favorite device. because they help me a lot in life. from
communication, learning, shopping and more. It is an important invention to promote
human development.
10. How will computers change in the future?
Future computers promise to be even faster than today's computers and smaller than a
deck of cards. Perhaps they will become the size of coins and offer "smart" or artificial
intelligence features like expert intelligence, neural network pattern recognition features,
or natural language capabilities.
11. Is there a piece of technology that you really want that doesn’t exist? (i.e.
flying cars, teleportation, etc.)
there are a lot of very ridiculous and useless things that I really want that do not exist
such as hopter, The Time Machine. In my view, these things will never be in the present..
12. Give some examples of technology that have made the world worse.
 slim-down tech, you know technology has got thinner, smaller that make people overuse
this and the problem is it’s also made us lazier and in some cases fatter too. social
media. it is irrefutable that it has a lot of benefits but also the negative aspects of social
media, for me it affects our mental health, you always check your social media causing
the loss of something. next, it makes weak eyesight, the part you face to face play social
media.

13. What do you think is the most important thing that humans have created?
One of the outstanding inventions of man must be the versatile remote control devices
that help people not lose much effort, reduce fatigue because of having to move a lot after
a tiring working day. At the same time, remote control devices help people feel in control
of their lives.
14. Do you think that people will travel outside of our solar system?
How will they get there? I don't think it's possible because the planets are too far away.
Even in the most optimistic scenario, assuming we detect a potentially habitable planet
not too far away, say a few dozen light-years away, which means close to the solar
system, the time will come. That's too big.
15. Do you like new gadgets or do you prefer to use technology you are
comfortable with?
I like new technology devices that are increasingly compact with more utilities. The
following items can be a good "helper" for your daily life.

Topic 10: Describe a sort of culture shock you experienced.

1.What strange culture do you have that might be surprising to many foreigners?
Many foreign tourists when coming to Vietnam are very surprised with the culture of this
country, especially they will often see Vietnamese people using chopsticks with any dish
instead of using forks or spoons. 
2. What foreign culture do you know that is surprising to you? 
The most surprising thing when you come to Japan is that you are forced to cover your
camera when going in public and you can't take pictures without permission because they
will think you're a pervert.   
3. How do you feel when some foreigners can’t understand your culture?
 I feel it is quite normal because they live in a different country and have a
completely different culture from us so it is completely normal for them not to understand

4. How do people in your country react to some foreigners criticizing your

culture?
If some foreigners criticize our culture, people will feel extremely angry. they may not
understand the culture but it is not okay to criticize it because we all have national pride
so it's not right to criticize our culture
5. Do you think it is necessary to preserve local cultures no matter how strange it
is to foreigners? Why/ Why not?
 Local culture is something that needs to be preserved even though it is foreign to
foreigners, but it is a symbol and pride of local people. It expresses the distinct identity of
the people unmistakably
6. What do you think is the best way to learn about another culture? 
The best way to learn about another culture is to go there directly to experience the
culture there, from which we can understand the most clearly and deeply, and especially
we must have a passion for that culture.
7.What do you like about your culture? 
Of course, I like it a lot, especially the culinary culture in Vietnam. Vietnam is said to be
the country with the most unique culinary culture, I am a Vietnamese myself, but so far I
have not been able to try all the dishes of my country.
8. What culture besides your own do you admire and why?
In addition to Vietnamese culture, I am also extremely impressed with Chinese culture,
China can be considered a neighboring country to Vietnam, but it also has its own
culture. I myself am a lover of literature and poetry, so the culture of poetry always has
something that makes me feel attracted, there are many good and famous poets there as
well as the works and stories they have written. have left, reading about them is really
interesting.
9. What action is considered rude in your culture?
Finger crossed is the active use for wishing someone Good Luck in the Western. But in
Viet Nam, this action is considered very rude action. It means is insult someone. 
10. Could you marry someone from a completely different culture? Why? Why
not?
In my opinion, love is not a distinguished culture. If they really love each other, they will
find that culture is not important. They just need to be loved.
11. Which culture do you admire, and why? 
I admire the Tet festival of VietNam. It’s one of the most festive events in VietNam
where people gather with their families and friends to celebrate the lunar new year. Tet is
fun from the preparation to the main event. We can make Banh Chung, prepare the
apricot blossom trees, decorate the house, etc. On the first day of the lunar year, the
elderly would receive wishes from their grandkids and give them lucky money in return
which is also what we look forward to the most.
12. Which culture don’t you like, and why?
I don’t like the tradition where the parents get to decide who their children would marry.
From my own view, I think it’s a bit too old-fashioned. People nowadays have the right
to choose what to do and who to love. It’s their own lives and I think they should get to
decide. Parents bringing them up doesn’t mean that they can do anything with their lives.
13. What may surprise foreigners in your culture?
I think it is our traffic situation. Most foreigners when they come to travel in VietNam,
they would have a major cultural shock from the traffic. Especially in the rush hours the
amount of vehicles on the road and the traffic jams would blow their minds. And the
crosswalk is never a crosswalk since the people never make way for the pedestrians.
Crossing a road in a major city in VietNam is a thrilling experience. Even though I
myself am Vietnamese, I still can’t get used to it.
14. Do you know any aspects of foreign cultures that you consider unusual in
your country? Give examples. 
In my view, skinship when meeting each other for a non-intimate relationship such as a
business partner, kissing and hugging is not appropriate in Vietnamese culture, because
we only reserve those gestures for family members, close friends and lover.
15. Have you ever experienced any cultural differences among people?
Yes, I have. In 2016, I came to my classmate’s house. His father was live in the North of
VietNam. In my classmate's family when they have a meal, the latest son will invite each
people in their family from oldest to youngest. Instead that, my family didn’t do that. I
invite all members of my family at one time.