Trong chuyên mục giải đề dưới đây, thầy Quang Thành của The IELTS Workshop sẽ hướng dẫn bạn trả lời topic “Describe an interesting conversation you had with a very old person” trong IELTS Speaking Part 2. Cùng tham khảo sample, từ vựng và một vài cách diễn đạt ghi điểm trong phần thi IELTS Speaking nhé.
Part 2: Describe an interesting conversation you had with a very old person
Describe an interesting conversation you had with a very old person
You should say:
Who this person is
When and where you had the conversation
What you talked about
And explain why you think it was interesting
Dưới đây là bài mẫu cho topic “Describe an interesting conversation you had with a very old person“.
1. Bài mẫu (Sample)
2. Từ vựng (Vocabulary)
- share an intriguing conversation: chia sẻ một cuộc trò chuyện thú vị
- swift, sharp: nhanh nhẹn và sắc sảo
- struck me the most: làm tôi ấn tượng mạnh nhất
- delve into: đào sâu, khám
- the moral of the story: ý nghĩa câu chuyện
- the thick and thin: gian nan, khó khăn
- the fame and fortune: tiền tài, danh vọng
- Perseverance: kiên trì
- enlightening : khai sáng
- Put… into perspective: hiểu ra vấn đề
- Remarkable: đặc biệt
- broadened my understanding: mở mang đầu óc
- offered valuable insights into: cho cái nhìn sâu sắc về…
Part 3
How do people have a conversation with an elderly person?
What can young people learn from old people?
Do you think old people can work better than young people?
What are the advantages of having people of different ages living in the same house?
Has old people’s life quality improved when compared to the past?
Do old people share the same interest with young people?
1. How do people have a conversation with an elderly person?
Having a conversation with an elderly person usually involves showing respect, listening attentively to their stories and experiences, and being patient. It’s also important to ask them about their interests and opinions to make the conversation engaging.
- attentively (adv): một cách chăm chú
- engaging (adj): hấp dẫn
2. What can young people learn from old people?
Young people can gain a lot from old people, such as wisdom, life experiences, and traditional knowledge. They can also gain insights into historical events and cultural practices that may not be readily available in textbooks or online resources. Plus, the elderly are usually great cook too, young people may find long lost recipes from them too.
- wisdom (n): sự khôn ngoan
- insights (n): cái nhìn sâu sắc
- cultural practices (n): thực hành văn hóa
3. Do you think old people can work better than young people?
It depends on the job and the individual’s capabilities. Some old people may have valuable experience and skills that make them very effective in certain roles, while others may find it challenging to keep up with the pace of modern work environments. Some can still work after retirement, some resort to the comfort of their home when I retire.
- comfort (n): sự thoải mái
4. What are the advantages of having people of different ages living in the same house?
Having people of different ages living in the same house fosters intergenerational relationships and mutual support. Younger members can learn from the experiences and wisdom of older ones, while older members can benefit from the energy and perspective of younger ones. Therefore, this experience form a reciprocal relationship among the family members.
- fostering (v): thúc đẩy, dung dưỡng
- intergenerational relationships (n): mối quan hệ giữa các thế hệ
- mutual support (n): sự hỗ trợ lẫn nhau
- reciprocal relationship (n): mối quan hệ tương đối
5. Has old people’s life quality improved when compared to the past?
Generally, yes. Advances in healthcare, technology, and living standards have contributed to improving the quality of life for many elderly people compared to the past. Access to better healthcare, financial security, and social support networks has made a significant difference. However, many are reportedly feeling lonely due to increased home alone time, especially when they face mobility problems
- financial security (n): an ninh tài chính
- social support networks (n): mạng lưới hỗ trợ xã hội
- mobility problems (n): vấn đề về khả năng đi lại
While there may be differences in interests between old and young people, they can still share common hobbies, values, and experiences. Interactions between different age groups can lead to mutual understanding, bridge generation gaps, and create opportunities for learning and growth.
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