TOPICS FOR ORAL EXAMS ( For reference only )

Topic 1: Describe a classmate or colleague you often meet or met.
I have a lot of friends, but Tam is one of my closest friends. He comes from Kim Dong District, Hung Yen province. He is the person who can share all kinds of difficulties and happiness in life. Not only is he helpful ,but also he is intelligent. He is also good at both teaching English and using computers. I first met him when we were at Hai Duong teachers` training colleage. Although we are living far from each other, I often contact with him by e-mail, chatting, or phone calls .Sometimes, on special occasions I come along his family and so does he. We often talk to each other about our family, hobbies and work .We are really good friends.

Topic 2: Describe a typical holiday in your country.
In our country, there are quite lots of different holidays every year , but in my opinion, I think Tet holiday is the most typical holiday for most Vietnamese people. Though we can live or work far from our family, we still try to get together at Tet. Tet holidays often occur in late January or early February. It is a good chance for us to have days off and have time to visit relatives or friends for giving good luck and best wishes to each other. For some people who are rich, they can go on a trip somewhere in Viet nam or in foreign countries to enjoy Tet holidays.

Topic 3: Describe your favorite festival or celebration.
I have some celebrations to celebrate and some festivals to enjoy every year. However, for me ,my wedding celebration is the most important one that I never forget. I think it`s the special celebration for not only me, but also my wife to recall the time we started our new happy life. Our celebration often happens in March every year. On this occasion, we often have a small party and offer gifts to each other. This celebration helps us live more happily and strengthen our love.

Topic 4: Describe an electric item that is important to you.
In our modern life, each item plays important and different roles. However, in my view, I suppose that my laptop is the most important thing. My laptop isn`t too expensive, but I like it very much. Not only does it help me in my work, but also it helps me relax a lot. It can store important documents and helps me to prepare for work effectively. Moreover , I can read newspapers, listen to music, watch movies or send e-mails and chat with my friends by using it.I think it`s really a good friend of mine.

Topic 5: Describe something you use for your work or studies.
One of the most important things which I often use for my work or studies is my dictionary. It doesn`t cost a lot of money, but it` really helpful .I often use it to look up new words or phrases whenever I need it. I think it`s the most important thing that English learners must own it.

Topic 6:Describe a famous food from your hometown or country.
I think the sticky rice cake is one of the most famous foods which most Vietnamese people clearly know and like .It`s called by the name " Banh Chung" by Northern people. It has a square shape which is covered with green leaves and sticky rice , beans, pork, peppers, salt inside .Vietnamese people like this cake because not only it`s tasty, but also it is a special cake that is enjoyed at Tet holidays. I like this cake ,too.

Topic 7:Describe an item of clothing that you often wear.
For all my clothes I own. I like my red striped shirt most. It` s not only fashionable, but also it has a special meaning. My wife offered me that shirt on the occasion of my 35th birthday . I often wear it when I attend weddings , parties or whenever I am in good mood. I really like it.

Topic 8: Describe the transport system in a place you know about.
Nowadays, the transport system in our country is developing quite fast. In my neighbourhood, there are many popular means of transport such as : motorbikes, bicycles, taxis, buses , but buses are the most popular means of transport that people use most. The main good point of this mean of transport is quite cheap and convenient , but it has bad points, too. Sometimes it doesn`t have enough seats to sit or room to stand .Besides, we have to suffer some troubles from other passengers or the driver.

Topic 9: Talk about a foreign country you have been to or would like to go on holiday.
I was lucky to have a good chance to vist Thailand last summer. This country is in the South East Asia and it`s not very far from our country . It only took me four hours to get there. I was really attracted by beautiful views and churches there. However,