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- - - - In my opinion....
      - In my view...
      - To my mind...
        
        To my mind, cat is the cutest
      - I would say...
      - As far as I'm concerned...
    - - On top of that...
      - Also...
      - What's more....
      - To be more specific/specifically
    - - However,..
      - That's said
      - Mind you...
      - At the same time...
      - Whilst that's true...
      - I also think...
  - - - To my mind, it's extremely important because it helps us to chill out, I haven't been going out with my friends much lately
      - But, when we do go out together, we absolutely love to crack a few jokes
      - On top of that, I just think laughing is a great way to stay healthy and positive
  - - - Subordinate clauses
      - Complex structures
      - Relative clauses
    - - Present perfect
      - Present perfect Cont.
        
        I have been living in Vietnam for nearly 30 years
      - Conditionals
        
        If I were the billionaire, I would purchase a country
    - - Yes and no, on the one hand, it's important because I think it shapes our identities
      - But on the other hand, I've been reading a couple of history books recently, and it strikes me that history has a habit of repeating itself => It seems we never learn!!
  - - - Indeed it does, as a matter of fact, recently, I've been visiting some of the mountains near my home, and they are second to none
      - I mean they pull in a huge number of tourists, and you can see why, because the views are outstanding
      - Second to none = the very best
        
        to pull in (tourists) = to attract
  - - - Economic (a); Economy (n); Economical (a)
        Economically (adv); Economize (v)
    - - AFFORD
        AFFORDABLE
        UNAFFORDABLE
    - - Traveling: go on cultural tours, visit beach resorts,..
    - - I like reading
        I'm fond of reading
        I'm keen on reading
        I'm really into reading
        I'm one for reading
      - It's really good
        It's out of this world
        It was a cut above the rest
        It was outstanding
      - Do you like to go to the zoo?
        
        To tell you the truth, I'm not really into the zoo
        
        Actually, I've been thinking about this a lot recently,
        and I get that zoos can be educational
        
        But I don't think it's right to keep wild animals
        cooped up in the small cages all day
        
        They should be out in the wild
  - - - To be honest, I've been visiting quite a few art galleries because my friends are a bit of art buff
      - We went to an art exhibition last week and I was completely bowled over by the paintings
      - They were totally out of this world
- - - - How long have you been doing it: Traveling
      - When I have free time, When I have enough money
      - Now I will talk to you about my favorite hobby, reading books
        
        4 categories
        
        Collections: Stamps, coins, phones,
        
        Creative activities
        
        Writing, taking photographs, programming,..
        
        Indoor >< Outdoor activities
        
        Indoor
        
        listen to music, play video games, watch TV
        read books, play piano/guitar...
        
        Sedentary activities
        
        Outdoor
        
        Play sports, bird watching, running, go for a stroll,..
    - - Everytime summer holiday comes
      - Always choose a brand-new coastal city
      - USE ADVERBS OF FREQUENCY
        
        often, regularly, sometimes,...
        
        I play/paint whenever I can
        
        I .... as often as I can
        
        I.........whenever I get a chance
        
        I don't paint as much as I would like
        
        I don't get round to .......as much as I would like
    - - And explain why you enjoy it?
        
        Helps you to relax/stay healthy/socialize
        
        It (just) helps me to....
        
        Escape from stress and deadlines
        
        Have a sense of comfort and refreshment
        
        understand myself better = Have Time for self-reflection
        
        appreciate what I am having at the moment
        
        learn about Different culture and costumes
        
        gain valuable experience
        
        unwind = relax = chill out = kickback
        
        I find that it helps me.........
        
        keep fit/stay in shape/ get into shape
        
        Sports/eating/working
        
        It allows me to.........
        
        Hang out/meet up/chill out with friends
        
        It's (quite) a nice way to....
        
        Get close to nature
        
        Best sentences
        
        It has a calming effect
        
        It's really therapeutic
        
        It's a great stress buster
    - - Present simple
        
        I'm new to it
        
        I'm just a novice
      - Simple past
        
        I started playing piano few months ago
        
        I decided to try my hand at swimming
        
        I decided to have a go at swimming
      - Present perfect Cont.
        
        I've been playing piano for as long as I can remember
        
        I've been playing piano for donkey's years = for a long time
- - - - First, we went swimming in the wonderful, calm waters
      - The scenery around the bay
        was absolutely stunning,
        
        with beautiful and iconic limestone cliffs and caves
        
        We spent a good time there to take in the sights
        and snapped a lot of photos
    - - we also had a chance to visit some local attractions
      - and try the regional cuisines
      - We stopped by a few shops and tried some of the famous local seafood dishes
        => Which tasted deliciously
  - - - we were able to immerse ourselves in the natural wonders and cutural experiences there
      - We had a great time exploring together & creating wonderful memories
- - - - If you're looking for a culinary paradise, specifically Vietnam. There are many wonderful dishes here, some of which are even rated as the best in the world, the taste and nutrition are perfect. It's Bun Bo Hue
      - The first dish that comes to my mind is....
      - I would like to tell you about my favorite dish...
    - - ORIGINAL LOCATION
        
        Bun Bo Hue is one of the specialties of Thua Thien Hue that when visiting Hue you cannot miss
        
        CRUNCHY/CRISPY
      - COST
        
        Currently, a bowl of Bun Bo Hue only costs from 25.000 VND. This is quite cheap (reasonable, affordable) for a breakfast or dinner for one person.
        
        A box of Sushi/ A roll of Sushi
        A loaf of Banh Mi
      - MAKING
        
        The major ingredients to cook “bun bo Hue” is beef, noodles and pork. Beef is chosen carefully, then take them washed, shaved pork, boiled them about half an hour.
        - Boil/STEAM beef ribs/bones for around an hour for the broth
        - Create the broth: fish sauce, water, sugar, salt HERB
        
        After that, they crush lemongrass and put into the boiling water. “Mam ruoc” will be used/added with suitable quantity in order to create an attractive scent and charming sweetness
        
        Pieces of pork mixed with beef creates delicious dish
        
        Grill the meat until it's done
        
        The flavor is felt not only by sense but also by smell
        
        In addition, guest must enjoy “bun bo Hue” with banana flower and white basil/herbs
        Then you can eat/serve with herbs/white
      - FEELINGS/CONCLUSION
        
        It is one of the most famous dishes in Vietnam, you should try to eat Bun bo Hue at least one time
        
        I WISH....
        
        SECOND CONDITIONAL SENTENCE
        IF...
        
        FUTURE TENSES
        
        I WILL DEFINITELY/SURELY +V
      - INGREDIENTS
- - - - My hometown is Thai Nguyen, a city located in the northern part of Vietnam.
      - It’s not far from the capital, Hanoi, making it quite accessible.
      - I stay right in the center of the city, which is a bustling and vibrant area
    - - . My city produces some of the best tea in Vietnam, and it’s a major part of our local culture and economy.
      - Thai Nguyen is renowned for its stunning tea plantations
      - The city is also home to many universities, giving it a lively and youthful atmosphere.
      - Thai Nguyen has a rich history and is surrounded by beautiful mountains, rivers and waterfalls
        
        tranquil settings for relaxation and exploration.
        
        such as Nui Coc and Dai Tu
    - - In the city center, where I live, there’s always something going on
        
        People often gather in local cafes to enjoy a cup of our famous tea
        
        On weekends, many residents visit the various parks and lakes for relaxation and exercise
        
        The city’s markets are also very popular, bustling with activity as people shop for fresh produce and local goods
      - Thai Nguyen offers a wonderful blend of natural beauty, rich culture, and modern amenities, making it a great place to live and visit