Hanoi Metropolitan University

Faculty of Foreign Languages

Course: Speaking Skills 1

Group: 01
Student’s name: Nguyễn Hoàng Yến Nhi
Student ID:224000924
1. The qualities and skills needed for a job you would like to have in the
future
PART 1: Key words and structure

 Problem – solving skill

 Communiction skill
 Teamwork
 Time management
 Ethical responsibility
 Adaptability

PART 2: key ideas for each topic

- Ability to analyze situations, identify problems, and provide effective solutions.

-Problem-solving skills require both creativity and logical thinking.

- In communication skills, it is necessary to know how to listen and convey

information clearly, know how to combine body language in each word

- The ability to collaborate effectively with others is an important skill in most jobs.

-To complete the assigned work well, it is necessary to understand the roles and tasks
of each member of the team.

-Share and come up with each option together to find the most effective way to work.

- Knowing how to manage time effectively is essential for completing tasks on time
and achieving work goals.

-Build a specific schedule, prioritize work, organize well and manage the workload in
the most optimal way.
- Having a strong sense of ethics is essential in any job. This includes acting with
integrity, making responsible decisions, and adhering to ethical guidelines, which
helps build trust with colleagues.

- Being flexible and open to learning new things helps to stay relevant in an ever-
changing work environment.

2. The ways people can keep their brains healthy and make their brain work
better.
PART 1: Key words and structure
 Exercise
 Healthy diet
 Avoiding harmful habits
 Positive mindset
 Social interaction
PART 2: key ideas for each topic
- Physical activity boosts blood flow to the brain, promoting the growth of new brain
cells and enhancing cognitive functions.
- Some types of exercise such as running, swimming, participating in sports such as
badminton, football,..
- Regular exercise improves memory, concentration, and mental clarity.
-Eating a balanced diet rich in nutrients, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and
healthy fats
- These foods support brain structure and function and reduce inflammation.
- Getting rid of toxic habits such as staying up late can be seen in many young people
today, eating unhealthy and limiting alcohol and smoking as well as reducing sugar
intake during the day
-These habits can negatively impact cognitive function and brain aging.
-Maintaining a positive outlook on life can help protect brain health.
- Optimism and a hopeful attitude have been linked to better cognitive function and a
lower risk of mental decline.
-Engaging with others helps prevent cognitive decline.
- Social activities improve emotional well-being and reduce the risk of depression,
both of which contribute to better brain health.
3. The negative effects of tourism on the environment and ways to reduce
them
PART 1: Key words and structure
  Habitat destruction and biodiversity loss
 Climate change and air, water, noise pollution
 Overcrowding and stress on local communities
 Cultural erosion
 Responsible travel
 Eco-friendly infrastructure development
PART 2: key ideas for each topic
- Climate change contributes to greenhouse gas emissions from transportation
and energy consumption
- transportation and energy consumption can make air pollution, which can affect
people health
-tourism activities increased carbon footprint
-Loss of cultural authenticity and identity of cultural heritage for profit
-Deforestation for construction and tourism is developing
-Overcrowding and stress on local communities increased pressure on
infrastructure and services
- Building sustainable accommodations, such as eco-lodges or green-certified
hotels, that are in harmony with nature.
- Organizing community clean-up programs and encouraging tourists to
participate in protecting the environment.
- Encouraging travelers to visit during off- season tourism can help reduce
pressure on popular sites.
- Implementing fines for littering and providing more waste bins in popular
tourist areas can help reduce litter.
1. The role of body language in communication and your own experience of
using / learning to use body language
PART 1: Key words and structure
 Body language
 Non-verbal communication
 Facial expressions
 Posture
 Gestures
 Eye contact
 Tone of voice
 Effective communication
 Confidence
PART 2: key ideas for each topic
- Body language is essential in communication
 - help convey a message that words sometimes can't fully express. It includes
gestures, facial expressions, postures, and gazes.
- Non-verbal communication supplements verbal communication
- help clarify, emphasize, or change the meaning of words. For example, a smile
when saying thank you can make the words more sincere.
- Facial expressions convey emotions
- A smile can indicate friendliness, while a frown can indicate anxiety or
disapproval.
- Posture reflects attitudes and feelings
- A person with a straight, confident posture can give the impression of being
strong and assertive, while a person with a hunched posture can create a feeling of
lack of confidence.
- Gestures enhance communication
- Gestures such as waving, nodding, or pointing can make communication more
lively and understandable.
- These gestures help clarify the message and create a connection between the
speaker and the listener.
- Maintaining eye contact creates connection and shows interest, while avoiding
eye contact can cause feelings of dishonesty or lack of confidence.
- Voice not only contains informational content but also conveys emotions and
attitudes
- A soft voice can show concern, while a cold tone can express anger or
dissatisfaction.
- Effective communication through body language
- making it easy for speakers and listeners to connect, understand each other, and
minimize misunderstandings.
- In the process of learning and using body language, I realized that maintaining
eye contact and using reasonable gestures helps me be more confident in
communicating and better understand the emotions of others.

2. The importance of sports in your life and your sport preferences.

PART 1: Key words and structure
 Sports promote physical health
 Mental well-being and stress relief
 Discipline and time management
 Teamwork and social connections
 Competitive spirit and motivation
 Personal growth and achievement
PART 2: key ideas for each topic
- Sports help improve physical health, enhance endurance, and boost the immune
system.
- Regular participation in sports reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases and
diabetes
- Sports are beneficial not only for the body but also for the mind.
- They help reduce stress, anxiety, and improve mood, providing relaxation after a
busy day.
- Through sports, you learn to follow rules, practice discipline, and manage your
time effectively. These habits can be applied in various areas of life.
- Sports, especially team sports, help develop teamwork skills and build social
connections. Through sports, you can interact with others, make friends, and
improve communication skills.
- Sports foster a strong competitive spirit, helping you learn how to face challenges,
push your limits, and achieve your goals.
- Engaging in sports helps you grow personally, become more confident, and
achieve things you can be proud of.
- Badminton is exciting and quick, requiring both agility and mental focus
- Badminton is easy to start, but takes practice to master
- I enjoy the challenge of improving my technique and refining my skills, making it
fun and rewarding.
- Badminton is affordable and requires minimal equipment—just a racket and
shuttlecock
3. The effects of social media on people’s behavior/ decisions/ opinions
PART 1: Key words and structure
 Influence on behavior
 Peer pressure and social influence
 Impact on decision-making
 Spread of misinformation
 Addiction and overuse
 Impact on relationships

PART 2: key ideas for each topic

- Social media platforms shape people's behavior by exposing them to new ideas,
trends, and behaviors that they may adopt or imitate.
- This can lead to changes in lifestyle, values, and habits.
- Social media increases the effects of peer pressure, where users may feel compelled
to conform to the opinions, behaviors, or appearance of others, especially
influencers or celebrities.
- Social media platforms influence decisions by providing information,
recommendations, and reviews.
- This affects consumer behavior, purchasing decisions, and even political choices.
- False information spreads easily on social media, affecting people's perceptions of
reality and influencing their opinions and behaviors.
- This can lead to misconceptions and poor decision-making.
- Social media can become addictive, leading people to spend excessive amounts of
time online.
- This can affect mental health, relationships, and productivity, influencing behavior
and decision-making.
- Social media affects personal relationships by enabling communication but also
leading to misunderstandings, jealousy, or conflicts.
- Online interactions may lack the depth of face-to-face communication, impacting
social dynamics.

4. The role of young people in making a change in the community / helping solve
important problems in the world today
PART 1: Key words and structure
Young people are catalysts for change
Activism and social movements
Leadership roles
Innovative solutions
Environmental responsibility
Role in education
PART 2: key ideas for each topic
- Young people bring new ideas, energy, and perspectives that challenge the status
quo.
- They are often more open to innovative solutions and willing to take risks to drive
change.
- Many young people are actively involved in social movements, advocating for
issues such as climate change, gender equality, racial justice, and human rights.
- Their activism raises awareness and drives collective action.
- Young people are increasingly taking on leadership roles in their communities,
schools, and workplaces.
- They are organizing events, leading campaigns, and inspiring others to take action.
- Young people are often at the forefront of technological and social innovation.
- They use their creativity and tech-savvy skills to create new solutions to pressing
global problems, such as sustainable energy, education, and health care.
- Many young people are passionate about protecting the environment and are actively
involved in addressing climate change and promoting sustainability through activism,
clean energy initiatives, and conservation efforts.
- Young people play a key role in shaping educational reform.
- They advocate for inclusive and accessible education, often promoting the importance of
education for social mobility and economic development.

5. Some ways that fear can be good or bad in our lives.

PART 1: Key words and structure
 Fear as a natural protective mechanism
 Enhances focus
 Anxiety and stress
 Fear can reduce our ability to act
 Fear as motivation
 Fear helps us be more cautious
PART 2: key ideas for each topic
- Fear helps us identify and avoid potential dangers.
- It’s a physiological response that prepares the body to deal with hazardous
situations, such as feeling fear when in danger, which heightens alertness and quick
reactions.
- Fear can make us highly focused on a critical situation or task.
- When afraid, the brain can increase its ability to process information and make
decisions faster.
- Prolonged or excessive fear can lead to anxiety and stress.
- This can negatively affect our mental health and create a sense of being out of control.
- Excessive fear may paralyze us emotionally, preventing us from making decisions
or taking action. This can hinder personal growth and lead to missed opportunities.
- Fear can serve as a motivation to act in order to avoid negative consequences.
- For instance, the fear of failure can push us to work harder and strive for success.
- Fear can make us more cautious in dangerous situations, such as when driving or
dealing with unsafe circumstances.
- This helps protect us from potential harm.