Unit 2: Vocabulary & Linking for Speaking Part 2
PHẦN 1: LINKERS & COHESIVE DEVICES (Liên kết câu)
1. Dùng để mở đầu:
– To begin with,
– First of all,
– Let me start by saying that...
– I’d like to talk about...
2.Dùng để thêm ý:
– Besides that,
– What’s more,
– In addition,
– Another point worth mentioning is that...
– Not only that, but...
3. Dùng để giải thích / làm rõ:
– In fact,
– Actually,
– I mean,
– To put it simply,
– What I mean is that...
4. Dùng để nêu ví dụ:
– For example,
– For instance,
– Like when I...
– A good example is...
5.Dùng để nêu kết quả:
– As a result,
– That’s why...
– Because of that,
– So eventually...
6.Dùng để chuyển ý / kể tiếp:
– Then,
– After that,
– Later on,
– Eventually,
– At that point,...
7.Dùng để tổng kết / kết bài:
– All in all,
– To sum up,
– Overall,
– In short,
– That’s why this memory is so special to me.
PHẦN 2 : HIGH-SCORING PHRASES – TỪ VỰNG ĂN ĐIỂM THEO CỤM
1. Diễn tả cảm xúc mạnh (Strong emotions)
– I was on cloud nine.
– I was over the moon.
– I felt a mix of excitement and nervousness.
– I was speechless.
– My heart was racing.
– It gave me goosebumps.
– I couldn’t stop smiling.
– I was moved to tears.
2. Nói về tác động/ảnh hưởng (Impact & Significance)
– It had a huge impact on me.
– It completely changed my perspective.
– It opened my eyes to something new.
– It helped me grow as a person.
– It gave me a sense of direction.
– It made me realize how important...
– It taught me to never give up.
3. Mô tả trải nghiệm đáng nhớ (Memorable experiences)
– It’s a moment I’ll never forget.
– It’s etched in my memory.
– That day is still fresh in my mind.
– It was one of the best days of my life.
– It left a lasting impression on me.
– I still look back on it with a smile.
4. Nói về con người (People-related expressions)
– He/she was a role model to me.
– I admired their determination.
– They had a strong influence on me.
– What impressed me the most was their attitude.
– They treated me with kindness and respect.
5. Nói về sự thay đổi/tiến bộ (Growth & Change)
– I learned a lot from that experience.
– It helped me become more confident.
– I overcame my fear of...
– I stepped out of my comfort zone.
– It was a turning point in my life.
6. Diễn đạt sự tiếc nuối / tiếc nuối tích cực (Regret / Reflection)
– If I could go back in time, I would do it differently.
– I wish I had made a different choice.
– Looking back, it taught me an important lesson.
– Although I made a mistake, I grew from it.
– That experience humbled me.
7. Kết bài mượt mà (Natural endings)
– All in all, it was an unforgettable experience.
– To sum up, it’s something I’ll always treasure.
– That’s why it’s so special to me.
– I still carry that memory with me.
– It’s a story I often tell others.
MINI PRACTICE
Practice test 1:
Topic: Describe a time you were proud of yourself.
–(1)__________________, I want to talk about a school competition I took part
in.
–(2)______________, I was extremely nervous, but I gave it my best shot.
–(3)______________, I won first prize and felt (4)____________.
– (5)______________, it boosted my confidence and (6)________________.
–(7)______________, it was a moment I’ll always be proud of.
What’s more At that time over the moon All in all
To begin with As a result changed how I saw myself
Practice test 2:
1. Add suitable linkers or cohesive devices in the blank lines (___).
2. Replace the bold phrases with more advanced or expressive
vocabulary.
3. Read your improved version aloud to a partner.
(1)__________ I was about 8 years old, I learned how to ride a bicycle.
(2)__________, my dad took me to a small park near our house. He held the
back of the bike while I tried to balance. I fell a couple of times.
(3)__________, I didn’t give up. I felt happy and proud when I finally
managed to ride without help. I rode around the park again and again.
(4)__________, learning to ride a bike helped me a lot. It made me more
independent. I could go to my friend’s house by myself. I started riding to
school too. It became part of my daily life.
(5)__________ I’m older, I still enjoy cycling. I ride on weekends with my
friends. (6)__________, I think I will keep cycling for many years. It helps me
stay healthy and clear my mind. The skill I learned as a child still brings me
joy today.
(1) When I was about 8 years old, I learned how to ride a bicycle.
(2) At first, my dad took me to a small park near our house. He held the back of
the bike while I tried to balance. I fell a couple of times.
(3) Nevertheless, I didn’t give up. I felt happy and proud when I finally
managed to ride without help. I rode around the park again and again.
(4) Since then, learning to ride a bike helped me a lot. It made me more
independent. I could go to my friend’s house by myself. I started riding to
school too. It became part of my daily life.
(5) Even now that, I’m older, I still enjoy cycling. I ride on weekends with my
friends.
(6) In the long run, I think I will keep cycling for many years. It helps me stay
healthy and clear my mind. The skill I learned as a child still brings me joy
today.
Upgrade Phrases:
– felt happy and proud → was over the moon / filled with pride
– rode around again and again → kept cycling non-stop / couldn’t get enough
of it
– independent → more self-reliant
– became part of my daily life → became a routine I loved
– stay healthy → stay fit and active
– clear my mind → unwind and refresh my thoughts
– brings me joy → still excites me / gives me a sense of happiness
