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Personality

Sources: NgocBach Q1 2022, NgocBach Q1 2024, NgocBach Q2 2022 (May–Sep), NgocBach Q3

Part 1 — Questions (60 total)

Colors

Source: NgocBach Q1 2024

  1. What is your favorite color?
  2. Do you usually wear clothes in your favorite color?
  3. Are there any colors that have a special meaning in your country?
  4. Do you think different types of people like different colors?

Feeling bored

Source: NgocBach Q1 2024

  1. Do you often feel bored? (Why/Why not?)
  2. Did you ever find school boring, when you were a child? (Why/Why not?)
  3. What sort of things do you find most boring now?(Why/Why not?)
  4. What do you do to stop yourself feeling bored?( Why/Why not?)?

Losing things

Source: NgocBach Q1 2024

  1. Do you often lose things?
  2. What can we do to avoid losing things?
  3. Why do some people tend to lose things more often than others?
  4. What will you do if you find something lost by others?

Memory

Source: NgocBach Q1 2024

  1. Do you need to remember things often?
  2. Are you good at memorizing things?
  3. Have you ever forgotten something important?
  4. Why do some people have good memory while others just don’t?
  5. Why do more people rely on cell phones to memorize things?

Noise

Source: NgocBach Q1 2024

  1. Do you like to stay in a place with a lot of noise?
  2. Do you think there is too much noise in today’s world?
  3. Is making noise one of people’s rights?
  4. What kinds of noises are there in the area where you live?
  5. Do you want to move to a quieter place?

Singing

Source: NgocBach Q1 2024

  1. Do you like singing?
  2. Does your school teach you to sing?
  3. Do many people in Vietnam know how to sing?
  4. Did you enjoy singing when you were younger?

Boredom

Source: NgocBach Q3

  1. Do you ever feel bored?
  2. What do you do when you’re bored?
  3. When you were young, what would you do if you felt bored?
  4. What kinds of things are boring to you?
  5. Do you think young people are more likely to get bored?

Color

Source: NgocBach Q3

  1. What are your favorite colors? What color do you like?
  2. Do you think the different colors can show the different personalities of different people?
  3. What colors do VN people love? What do these colors mean to VN people?
  4. Do you like to wear bright colors? Do colors affect your mood? Can the color of your?
  5. Is the color of the car important?

Morning Routines

Source: NgocBach Q3

  1. What would you do in the morning? What are your morning routines?
  2. What kinds of things do you do when you get up in the morning?
  3. What were your morning routines when you were little?
  4. Do you think breakfast is important?
  5. Do you want to change your daily routines in the future?
  6. Do you like to get up early in the morning?

Patience

Source: NgocBach Q3

  1. Is it important to be patient? Why?
  2. Is it easy to be patient? Why?
  3. How can people be patient?
  4. When do people need to be patient?
  5. What do you do when waiting for the bus or something else?
  6. Are people now less patient than people in the past? Why?

Watches/Time

Source: NgocBach Q3

  1. Do you usually wear a watch?
  2. What was your first watch like?
  3. Do you think time is very important?
  4. Where did you get your watch?
  5. What kind of watches do you like to wear?
  6. Why do you think some people like to wear expensive watches?
  7. What do you use your watch for?
  8. Do you often look at your watch?
  9. Are you ever late for anything?
  10. How do you feel when you are late for an appointment?
  11. How do you feel when others are late?
  12. If you could go back in time, what would you do?

Part 2 — Cue Cards (6 total)

Cue card 1

Source: NgocBach Q1 2022

Describe a time when you were preparing for a happy event

You should say: - What the event was - Where you had it - Who helped you to organize it - And how you feel about it

Part 3 follow-up questions: 1. How can parents help children to get organized? 2. On what occasions do people need to be organized?

Cue card 2

Source: NgocBach Q1 2024

Describe a photo that makes you feel happy

You should say: - What the photo like - When and where you took this photo - How often you watch the photo - And explain why it makes you feel happy

Part 3 follow-up questions: 1. Do you think it’s important to be a professional photographer? 2. Do you think people take more photos now than in the past? 3. Are equipment important to photography? 4. Do you think being a professional videographer is a good job? Why? 5. Why do some people like to post their photos on social media?

Cue card 3

Source: NgocBach Q1 2024

Describe an outdoor activity you did in a new place recently that makes you happy

You should say: - What the activity is - Who invited you to participate in it - Whether you asked for help in the activity - And explain what change you had in the activity

Part 3 follow-up questions: 1. Where do people like to go for these activities? 2. What outdoor activities are popular in Vietnam? 3. Are those people who like dangerous activities more likely to be successful? 4. Do you think it’s better for people to change jobs when there are new chances? 5. Should young people try as many new activities as possible? 6. When do people usually go outdoors to get close to nature?

Cue card 4

Source: NgocBach Q1 2024

Describe a time when you were very busy

You should say: - When this time was - Why you were so busy - What you did to deal with the situation - And explain how you felt about being so busy

Part 3 follow-up questions: 1. Why do people often feel tired in this day and age? 2. Do you think people will feel even more tired in the future? 3. Is time management important? 4. How does technology help with time management? 5. Does technology distract people?

Cue card 5

Source: NgocBach Q2 2022 (May–Sep)

Describe a time you were very busy

You should say: - When It happened - Where you were - What you did - And explain why you were busy - What are the advantages and disadvantages when people keep busy? - What kind of pressure people may experience at work?

Cue card 6

Source: NgocBach Q2 2022 (May–Sep)

Describe something that surprised you

You should say: - What it is - How you found out about it - What you did - And explain whether it made you happy - How do people express happiness in your cul¬ture? - How can people be happy?

Part 3 — Discussion Questions (18 total)

  1. How can parents help children to get organized?
  2. On what occasions do people need to be organized?
  3. Do you think it’s important to be a professional photographer?
  4. Do you think people take more photos now than in the past?
  5. Are equipment important to photography?
  6. Do you think being a professional videographer is a good job? Why?
  7. Why do some people like to post their photos on social media?
  8. Where do people like to go for these activities?
  9. What outdoor activities are popular in Vietnam?
  10. Are those people who like dangerous activities more likely to be successful?
  11. Do you think it’s better for people to change jobs when there are new chances?
  12. Should young people try as many new activities as possible?
  13. When do people usually go outdoors to get close to nature?
  14. Why do people often feel tired in this day and age?
  15. Do you think people will feel even more tired in the future?
  16. Is time management important?
  17. How does technology help with time management?
  18. Does technology distract people?

Generated Practice Questions

Additional IELTS-style questions for practice (generated from topic themes).

Part 1 (5 questions)

  1. Are you a happy person?
  2. Do you think you are similar to your parents?
  3. What kind of person would you like to become?
  4. Do you believe people can change their personality?
  5. Are you patient or impatient?

Part 2 — Cue Cards (1 cards)

Cue card 1

Describe a successful person you admire

You should say: - who this person is - how you know about them - what they have achieved - and explain why you consider them successful

Part 3 follow-up questions: 1. What factors contribute most to happiness? 2. Is success mostly the result of hard work or luck? 3. Do you think personality is inherited or learned? 4. Can money buy happiness?

Part 3 — Discussion (3 questions)

  1. What personality traits are most valued in your culture?
  2. Can a negative experience change someone's personality?
  3. Is confidence something you are born with or develop?

Sample Answers Band 6.5–7.0

Part 1 — Personality

1. Are you interested in character and behaviour?

Yes, to some extent. I would not say I am an expert, but character and behaviour affects daily life, so I find it worth thinking about. For example, when I read news or talk with friends, this topic often comes up naturally.

2. Is character and behaviour important in your country?

Yes, definitely. In my country, character and behaviour matters because it influences families, young people, and the wider community. It may not be something people discuss every day, but it has a real impact on quality of life.

3. Has character and behaviour changed in recent years?

Yes, quite a lot. Technology, education, and modern lifestyles have changed the way people think about character and behaviour. Older people may have more traditional views, while younger people tend to be more open and practical.

4. Do young people care about character and behaviour?

I think many young people do care, especially when it affects their future directly. However, they may express interest through social media or online discussions rather than traditional conversations.

Part 2 — Cue card sample

A person with an interesting personality

I would like to talk about a person with an interesting personality, which is closely connected to character and behaviour.

I first became aware of it a few years ago, and since then it has stayed in my mind because it reflects both the positive and negative sides of modern life.

The positive side is that it shows the value of confidence, kindness, and resilience. This is important because people often need practical examples, not just abstract ideas, to understand a topic clearly.

At the same time, it also reminds me of the problem of arrogance or lack of self-control. That makes the topic more complex, because there is rarely a perfect solution.

Overall, I find it meaningful because it helps me think more deeply about society and my own choices. If I had to summarise my feeling, I would say it is both interesting and relevant to everyday life.

Part 3 — Discussion

1. Why is character and behaviour important?

It is important because it affects individuals and society at the same time. For example, confidence, kindness, and resilience can improve peoples quality of life, while arrogance or lack of self-control can create long-term problems. That is why this topic deserves more attention from both citizens and governments.

2. What are the advantages related to character and behaviour?

The main advantages are connected to confidence, kindness, and resilience. If this area is managed well, people can benefit through better opportunities, more convenience, and a higher standard of living. It can also help communities become more organised and forward-thinking.

3. What are the disadvantages or risks?

The biggest risk is arrogance or lack of self-control. If people ignore this issue, it can lead to social pressure, inequality, or environmental damage depending on the situation. In my view, the negative side should not be exaggerated, but it should be taken seriously.

4. What should governments do about character and behaviour?

Governments should create clear policies, invest in public education, and make sure rules are enforced fairly. For example, they can fund useful programmes and raise public awareness. However, government action alone is not enough; individuals also need to change their habits.

5. Do you think character and behaviour will change in the future?

Yes, I think it will continue to change, mainly because of technology, globalisation, and younger generations. People are becoming more aware of both benefits and risks. In the future, I expect more practical solutions rather than simple arguments for or against it.

6. Do older and younger people think differently about character and behaviour?

Yes, in many cases. Older people may value tradition, stability, and personal experience, while younger people are often influenced by online information and global trends. Neither side is completely right or wrong; the best approach is to combine experience with fresh ideas.