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IELTS Speaking Part 1 History

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Chúng ta luyện tập với 3 câu hỏi tiếp theo. Ở đây bạn cùng tham khảo với câu band 6 và band 8 để so sánh thêm từ vựng.

Speaking diễn giải theo:

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Popularity

Advantage

Cost

Time

Do you like to learn about history?

Band 6.0+

Yes, I do, but only to some extent. I find history interesting because it helps me understand how the world has changed over time. Learning about past events and great leaders is quite fascinating. However, sometimes history lessons can be a bit boring, especially when there are too many dates and details to remember.

Band 8.0+

(#1) To be honest, I don’t take a keen interest in history. I think most of the historical knowledge just go over my head, and I think I’m more of an art person. But who knows, If I had an opportunity, I would love to give exhibition trip a go since it would provide me a window into the past 

  • to take a keen interest in sth: (= really like smth)yêu thích cái gì
  • to go over one’s head: tuột khỏi đầu ai
  • provide me a window into the past: Cung cấp một góc nhìn về quá khứ

(#2) Well I think history is an area of my interest. I love to learn about historical figures and historical events. So learning history can give me a better understanding of this.

  • historical figure (n) nhân vật lịch sử
  • historical event(n) sự kiện lịch sử

*NOTE: VỀ PHẦN CHỦ ĐỀ HISTORY, NẾU TRẢ LỜI KHÔNG CHO CÁC CÂU HỎI VỀ SỞ THÍCH (DO YOU LIKE VISITING HISTORY?), THÌ ĐỪNG CHUYỂN QUA CHỦ ĐỀ KHÁC MÀ HAY MỞ RỘNG BẰNG CÁCH ĐẶT GIẢ THUYẾT SỬ DỤNG CÂU ĐIỀU KIỆN IF NHÉ! 

What historical event do you find interesting?

 Band 6.0+

One historical event that I find interesting is the Industrial Revolution. It changed the way people lived and worked, and it led to many technological advancements. I like learning about how factories and machines developed during that time. It’s amazing to see how those changes still affect our lives today.

 Band 8.0+

Well, I think this question is really putting me on the spot because my recollections about historical events are pretty hazy. Having said that I think the first event that spring to mind is probably Independence Day, which is the biggest milestone in Vietnamese history. Because it marks the day when Vietnam has become a sovereign state. I mean Vietnam is totally free from French colonization.

  • to put someone on the spot: khiến ai sững người
  • hazy (adj) mơ hồ
  • to spring to mind (=come to mind) nghĩ đến
  • Independence Day(n) Ngày Quốc khánh
  • sovereign (adj) có toàn quyền
  • colonization(n) sự đô hộ
  • milestone (n) dấu mốc, cột mốc
  • recollection(n) trí nhớ
  • patriotism(n) lòng yêu nước

Do you think history is important?

Band 6.0+

Yes, I think history is very important. It helps us learn from past mistakes and avoid repeating them. Also, history teaches us about different cultures and traditions, which helps us understand the world better. Even though some people find history boring, I believe it plays a crucial role in education.

Band 8.0+

Definitely. History is the backbone of any society. Because it helps instil in every citizen a sense of patriotism. And we can acquire a deeper understanding formidable feats of our forefathers. When Vietnam is at war with many powerful nations, we can know that against all the odds, the Vietnam army triumphed.

  • backbone(= foundation/bedrock/cornerstone) (nghĩa bóng) nền tảng
  • to instil in sb: khắc sâu vào, in vào tâm trí ai
  • formidable(adj) dữ dội
  • against all odds: bất chấp mọi điều kiện nguy hiểm
  • to triumph: dành chiến thắng

Part 2: Describe a historical building

You should say:

Where it is

What it looks like

What it is used for now

What you learned there

And how you felt about this historical building

Chúng ta luyện tập trả lời theo IOS nhé. 

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S

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Introductory

Story

Opinion

Outline

(Mở bài - Introduction)

Giới thiệu về tòa nhà lịch sử đã thăm (Bảo tàng mỹ thuật).

Nêu ấn tượng ban đầu và lý do chọn nói về bảo tàng này.

(Thân bài - Body - Story)

Đặc điểm về ngoại hình:

  • Mô tả các khu vực trưng bày, đặc biệt là các tác phẩm nghệ thuật và tượng điêu khắc.

Công dụng hiện tại:

  • Bảo tàng trưng bày các tác phẩm nghệ thuật, tài liệu lịch sử và khảo cổ học.

Cảm nhận và học được:

  • Các hiện vật trong bảo tàng, đặc biệt là bản đồ tương tác thú vị và các đồ vật khảo cổ học như xác ướp động vật, bình cổ, thuyền tang lễ.

Cảm xúc cá nhân:

  • Tình yêu với nghệ thuật, sự ấn tượng và không gian tâm linh mà bảo tàng mang lại.

(Kết bài - Conclusion- Opinion)

Tóm tắt cảm nhận về bảo tàng và lý do tại sao cảm thấy đó là một nơi đáng nhớ.

Sample

(Introduction) I could not recall much about the graphic arts cabinet other than its collection full of French drawings. They started on the website as donations from private collectors, I reckon.

(Story) Other corners feature sculpture collections with numerous full-length or bust portraits of mythological or religious figures and models of architectural projects. I was mostly intrigued by this map of the area presented as interactive puzzles. When visitors pick a piece up, they can see information about that specific local area in the back of the piece and the regional speciality on the base

(Opinion) I was not that much interested in the archaeological section, but I could recall seeing animal mummies, cardboard boxes, ancient Egyptian vases that hold the viscera of an embalmed body, and a wooden funerary boat bearing the folk belief in the afterlife.

In hindsight, as an art fanatic, yet having a limited understanding and expertise in arts, I was totally in love with the aesthetic of that museum and the nostalgic mind space it introduced me in.

Từ vựng (Vocabulary)

  • The (graphic arts / …) cabinet (n): khu vực trưng bày những tác phẩm nghệ thuật (sử dụng đồ họa / hoặc những loại hình khác)
  • Full-length or bust portraits(n): những bức chân dung toàn thân hoặc bán thân
  • Animal mummies(n): xác ướp động vật
  • The viscera of an embalmed body: nội tạng của một cơ thể làm xác ướp
  • Funerary(adj): liên quan đến tang lễ
  • The folk belief in the afterlife: tín ngưỡng dân gian về thế giới bên kia  
  • Art fanatic: Một người đam mê về nghệ thuật

IELTS Speaking Part 3 History

Với Part 3 chúng ta có công thức:

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R

E

C

Answer

Reason

Example

Consequence

Why do people visit historical buildings?

A (Answer): People visit historical buildings for different reasons.

R (Reason): Some love history, others for school or work.

E (Example): History lovers gain knowledge; students do projects.

C (Consequence): It helps expand knowledge or complete tasks.

There could be many reasons stemming from their personal love for history or their assigned field trip at school or work. Regarding the former, I believe history lovers benefit much from their visits to ancient constructions in terms of knowledge expansion into the historical period such buildings bear. They might also feel a sense of achievement which they can take pride in. When it comes to some others, occasionally, they would be asked to pay a visit to and do their homework about a historic property for a group presentation at school for the history subject or architecture-based ones of those majored in arts and designs. Some might have to conduct a professional report at work about, say, visitors’ experience and feedback, so that maintenance or any other actions would be taking place if needed.

  • To do one’s homework about something(idiom): tìm hiểu kỹ lưỡng về điều gì

Do Vietnamese people like to visit historical buildings?

A (Answer): It depends on individual preferences.

R (Reason): Some Vietnamese people love cultural monuments, while others don’t.

E (Example): History enthusiasts enjoy exploring historical buildings.

C (Consequence): Those who love it help preserve heritage, while others may not engage much.

I would say it depends. It all boils down to individual preferences. There are, indeed. Vietnamese are crazy about cultural monuments and historic places, with historical buildings being a typical testament of where they would wander around all day without feeling bored. They are often big fans of the good old days, and they tend to actively seek opportunities to surround themselves with it, to understand and champion the heritage. Others who do not share the same interest might not be creatures of such habit.  

  • To champion(v) = defend (v) = support enthusiastically / bảo vệ

Do most people agree to the government’s funding to protect historical buildings?

A (Answer) : Yes, most people agree with government funding for historical building protection.

R (Reason): Many people believe it's important to preserve heritage.

E (Example): Surveys show high support for funding in the UK.

C (Consequence): This funding helps maintain historical sites for future generations.

I might have too limited knowledge to claim anything about this, but in my opinion, I’ll go with a yes. I remember reading this article about the public view of the governmental grants to fund repair work and research in historic places in England, I found 2 outstanding statistics. It was cited that in a national representative survey of 2,000 locals, 81% of whom regarded care for historic buildings, monuments and archaeology was personally vital to them, and hence, they were in favour of the authorities’ grant schemes. In another survey of more than 4000 residents in several parts of the country, it is revealed that three quarters of the participants considered the funded projects to reap excellent value for money.

  • The authorities’ grant schemes(phr): các chương trình trợ cấp của chính quyền

Is it necessary to protect historical buildings?

A (Answer): Yes, it's necessary.

R (Reason): They preserve history and culture.

E (Example): Buildings reflect past events and values.

C (Consequence): Without protection, they may deteriorate and lose significance.

I would agree with that one hundred percent because of the importance of such buildings and the national pride they are associated with. Heritage protection is necessary firstly because the buildings, the sites, the monuments and so on, they carry the weight of the eventful past and generational ideology, which proves that maintenance and refurbishment would act as a needed means to keep the national history alive for the future generation to learn about and to practice their gratitude. Protecting historical buildings is also essential because the collective civic pride might not allow buildings to fall into disrepair and all the historical meanings being ill-treated by indifference from the policy makers, harmful actions of citizens or international tourists.   

  • A generational ideology(n): một hệ tư tưởng mang tính thế hệ
  • The civic pride(n): niềm tự hào dân tộc
  • To fall into disrepair (v phr): bị rơi vào tình trạng bị hư hỏng, cần được sửa chữa
  • To ill-treat(v): đối xử tệ (chăm sóc không tốt)

Trên đây là một số câu hỏi tiêu biểu IELTS Speaking History, cả nhà tham khảo cách trả lời và từ vựng áp dụng nhé. Công thức áp dụng cho Speaking chi tiết theo từng phần, bạn cứ lên outline và triển khai rõ là được.

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