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| IELTS Listening Practice Test 85 Posted: 29 Oct 2016 07:39 AM PDT SECTION 1Questions 1-4 Complete the following sentences using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR NUMBERS for each.
Questions 5-7 Choose the correct answer, A, B, C or D.
A. catered accommodation.
A. the day before Martina made the appointment.
A. In the next few days. Questions 8-10 Answer the following questions using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR NUMBERS for each.
What nationality are Martina’s new flatmates? What will Martina lose? SECTION 2Questions 11-12 Answer the following questions using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
What item has David Price given each student? Questions 13-14 Decide which TWO things David Price recommends doing 1 year before going abroad. You may write your answers in any order. Choose from the following list: A. apply for scholarships Questions 15-16 Decide which TWO things David Price recommends doing 6 months before going abroad. You may write your answers in any order. Choose from the following list: A. get a new passport Questions 17-18 Decide which TWO things David Price recommends doing 2 or 3 months before going abroad. You may write your answers in any order. Choose from the following list: A. transfer money abroad Questions 19-20 Complete the following summary of what students should do about health issues using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer. One month before leaving find out if you can get 19_________________where you are going to. Two weeks before you leave ask your doctor to 20_______________ giving reasons for any medicines you are taking with you. SECTION 3Questions 21-23 Answer the following questions using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
What does the student need to learn the fundamentals of ? On what basis should the student prepare his schedules ? Questions 24-26 Complete the following notes using only ONE word for each gap. Professor s suggestions: • make a plan for your studies • make a plan for your free time 24___________________ plans if necessary see how much time you need for activities as you 25______________ with you studies keep schedules balanced and 26___________________ Questions 27-30 Choose the correct answer, A, B, C or D.
A. would certainly be useful for the student.
A. join the support group for students on his course.
A. he doesn’t know anyone on his course.
A. but didn’t say the title clearly. SECTION 4Questions 31-34 Complete the following sentences using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
A student or staff member might become a_to a student working independently. Study trips provide opportunities for independent students to learn off_ The ELC is used by students on a_basis. Questions 35-37 Complete the notes concerning the example of Mary and Jim using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer. talk to the English tutor at the ELC 35 _______________ materials decide which materials to use first and how discuss problems, 36______________ and evaluate each other review using notes decide if 37 ______________ has been achieved continue with topic or move to another Question 38 Decide which of the following can be used by independent learners. Write all the correct letters in any order. A. tapes B. computer programmes C. letters D. discussions with native speakers E. newspapers and magazines Questions 39-40 Decide which of the following places independent learners can learn at. Write both the correct letters in either order. A. libraries B. the International Student Affairs Office C. museums D. shops E. cafes
Answer keys Section 1, Questions 1-10 1 ten/10 o’clock Section 2, Questions 11-20 11 Countdown to Departure Section 3, Questions 21-30 21 free time Section 4, Questions 31-40 31 teacher focussed
BONUS EXERCISE: GAP-FILLING The texts below are transcript for your IELTS Listening Practice Test. To make the most out of this transcript, we removed some words from the texts and replaced with spaces. You have to fill each space with the missing word by listening to the audio for this IELTS listening practice test. SECTION 1 (A-Accommodation Officer S-Student) A: Hello. How may I help you? S: Hello. My name is Martina Bila. I made an [………………………………]to see you at 10 o’clock. I’m a little early. Is that OK? A: No problem. We’re not very busy at the moment. You said on the phone that you weren’t happy with your [………………………………]and were thinking of changing. S: That’s right. A: May I ask what the problem is exactly? S: To be honest, there’s more than one [………………………………]. The main problem is that the accommodation is farther than I imagined from the [………………………………]. A: I see. And the other problem or problems? S: The other problem is that the landlady is quite a [………………………………]. I’m a non-smoker, and I’m afraid that I find it quite [………………………………]. A: I’m sorry about that. Weren’t you given the option of accommodation with smokers or non-smokers? S: I’m afraid that’s really my fault. I don’t mind light smokers, but I didn’t get my accommodation [………………………………]very much in advance, so most of the accommodation had gone by the time I [………………………………]. However, a friend told me that there is sometimes accommodation … er … you know … er … accommodation becomes available [………………………………]because some people leave the university or change their place … er … the place where they live, so I thought maybe … A: I see. Yes, it is important to [………………………………]accommodation well in advance, though it isn’t always [………………………………]. However, your friend was correct. We do get some accommodation available mid-term. Just give me a minute to find your [………………………………]on the computer…. S: Yes, of course. A: Now, your current address is [………………………………], isn’t it? S: Yes. A: Yes, that’s a fair way away. The bus connection isn’t too good either, is it? I think that it would be better to focus on that as the reason for moving, rather than the smoking [………………………………]. However, I will change the information in the computer to say that this accommodation is only [………………………………]for smokers or people who don’t mind heavy smokers. That way we can [………………………………]similar problems in the future. S: That sounds like a good idea. A: Now, the good news is that there is plenty of accommodation available nearer the university. The bad news is that it is more expensive. S: That’s OK. I expected that. Is there anv catered or [………………………………]university accommodation available? That would be ideal. A: I thought you might be [………………………………]in that. The day after you phoned, a place became available. It’s [………………………………], so it’s the most expensive type of accommodation, but it’s yours if you want it. S: There’s no self-catering accommodation available? A: Not at the moment. Something could become available at any time. Vmt then again, vou might have to wait weeks. S: I understand. Can I just check the cost? A: It’s [………………………………]per week. You also have to pay [………………………………]during the Christmas and Easter holidays, [………………………………]of whether you are there or not. That sum doesn’t include [………………………………]during those periods. S: But summer holidays are not included? A: That’s right. Students are permitted to stay in [………………………………]accommodation during holidays but they usually have to move to a different flat. S: I see. And do I pay monthly? A: Yes, but don't worry if you’re a few days late. It [………………………………]quite often and we don’t mind too much. S: Can I see a picture of the accommodation? A: Sure,.., It looks like this, You can see that there is a [………………………………]for each student and a common living room and bathroom. There are no cooking facilities, but many students buy a [………………………………]. S: Can you tell me anything about the people I'd be living with? A: There are two girls there, One is British and one is Indian. They are studying law and marketing [………………………………]. They’re the same age as you, 20. And they’re not smokers! S: That sounds perfect. If I don’t give mv [………………………………]a month’s notice, she gets to keep the [………………………………], doesn’t she? A: That’s normally stated in the rental [………………………………], yes. I’d like to be able to keep this university accommodation available, but I’m afraid I can’t. If someone else wants it and takes it… S: I understand. I'll take it. Can I move in on the first day of next month? A; What day is it today? 22nd. Yes. That should be fine. Give me a minute to print out the standard rental [………………………………]… SECTION 2 Presenter: Welcome everybody. Are you all sitting [………………………………]? My name is David Price and this is our first meeting in a series of [………………………………]called “Countdown to Departure”. I know that you have just [………………………………]here for your year-long course prior to [………………………………], but it is certainly worth taking the time to [………………………………]… to think about events that will take place a year, or almost a year, from now. I have [………………………………]this useful guide to planning your time abroad. Please follow the suggested [………………………………]closely. It is vital that you get each thing done on time. If you can get things done earlier than we suggest in the [………………………………], that’s great, but certainly don’t leave them later than we [………………………………]. If you do not get these things done on time, it could [………………………………]your study abroad or at least delay it by a year. Now, we are currently one year from [………………………………], so you should start applying for [………………………………]programmes and [………………………………]immediately-if you haven’t already. Consult your tutors for further advice on these points. You should also [………………………………]a rough estimate of your study and living [………………………………]and consider how to pay for them. We’ll be looking at that in more detail during the next meeting. You should start [………………………………]accommodation abroad as soon as you have [………………………………]a place on a course. Arranging accommodation can be a rather [………………………………]procedure and can take a while. At the same time, ask the university about your options for paying your fees. The next point on your [………………………………]is six months before you leave. At that point, you need to check your [………………………………]and, if you are going to need a new one, deal with that [………………………………]. Remember that your passport might need to be valid for the whole of the period you intend to be abroad, but that you can often renew your passport at your [………………………………]in the country where you are studying. In any case, your passport needs to be valid for at least six months after you enter the country where you intend to study. It might seem [………………………………]to get your passport in order so early before you go, but [………………………………]that you have to get your visa as well. You should do that around six months before leaving too. Bear in mind one final, simple, point. Make sure that your passport has a few [………………………………]left for visas and stamps. Two or three months before, departure, you should ask your bank about the options for [………………………………]money to the country you’ll be studying in and setting up a [………………………………]there. You should also start looking at booking your flight to the country you’ll be studying in. in order to get the best rates. The cost of flights [………………………………]considerably from carrier to carrier, and even between different [………………………………], and depend a lot upon the time of year you are flying. Booking in advance can save you a [………………………………]sum of money. When vou book your flight, vou should check with the [………………………………]or travel agent to find out what vour [………………………………]allowance is. At the same time look into booking your other travel within the country you're going to from the airport where you will arrive. Don’t forget to buy travel [………………………………]when you book any flights. Finally, still two or three months before [………………………………], make sure that you have an [………………………………]letter of [………………………………]from the university you’re going to attend. This is vital as it facilitates entry clearance if into the country. Next, about one month before leaving, find out whether you will be entitled to [………………………………]free health [………………………………]in the country you are going to and find out how much you will have to pay if not. Look into arranging health insurance if [………………………………]. Also buy currency and travellers’ [………………………………]to cover your first few weeks in the country. Watch the exchange rates and pick a good time, but do not leave it too late. If you are buying travellers’ cheques or a large [………………………………]of money or currency, your bank may need a while to [………………………………]this. Another thing to do is to find out what you can take into the country and what items are [………………………………]. Finally, find out whether your home [………………………………]will cover your belongings while they are abroad. If not, arrange suitable insurance or look into the [………………………………]of arranging a policy in the foreign country. The last point on this timetable is two weeks before you leave. At this time, you need to do two things. One is to ask your [………………………………]to write a letter explaining any [………………………………]medicines-what they are and why you are taking them. The second is to request a [………………………………]letter from your bank in your own country as this will help you to open a bank account [………………………………]. Now, let’s take a closer look at… SECTION 3 Professor: Hello, Dinesh. Come in. You said on the phone that you had a few problems to [………………………………]with me. Tell me what they are and I’ll see what I can do to help. Dinesh: Thank you very much, professor. I've been having some problems [………………………………]to the style of learning at a British [………………………………]and was hoping you could give me some advice. Professor: I’ll do my best. You won’t be the first [………………………………]student to have problems. What’s your first problem? Dinesh: Well, my first problem is [………………………………]my time. I mean, after I worked out my [………………………………]for lectures, seminars and tutorials, I was [………………………………]to find that I had quite a lot of free time. However, that’s how it looked on paper and not as it has turned out in reality. Professor: I see. Take control of this time and organise it carefully. Time that is not organised can [………………………………]very quickly, leaving you [………………………………]to catch up on your work or even running out of time altogether. Learn the [………………………………]of time management. First, make weekly or monthly plans that set out your study [………………………………]for the week or month ahead. [………………………………]time for reading, and work out roughly how much you want to read in each [………………………………]. Plan time to research and write your essays or prepare [………………………………], so that you do not have to stay up late doing them at the last minute. Have you made such a plan? Dinesh: No, I haven’t. That’s obviously something I should do. I can easily fill that free time with extra studies. Professor: No, no, That’s not what I mean. Don’t plan to spend all your extra time studying. Remember to leave some time free for [………………………………], sports, seeing friends or simply relaxing. If you do not take time to enjoy yourself, your work will suffer and you will miss out on many other worthwhile [………………………………]. Make a timetable for your free time, if you like. Plan when to see your friends, play your favourite sport, or just hang out. Don’t [………………………………]to revise your plans if you need to. As you [………………………………]through your course, you will get a better idea of how much time you need for different [………………………………]. Adjust your schedules and keep them [………………………………]. Dinesh: So, you’re saying that I need to keep a [………………………………]between work and play and keep an eye on things to make sure that I’m not doing too much or too little. Professor: That’s right. Feel free to show me your plan when you’ve made one. Dinesh: Thank you. My next problem is coping with my course. Living abroad in a new [………………………………]makes studying more [………………………………]than usual. I’m worried about my progress and about how I will cope with [………………………………]. Professor: These concerns are natural, but do not let them [………………………………]you. Here are two simple ways you can stay in control of your studies. First, ask for regular meetings with your tutor-in your case, that’s me-to review your progress and [………………………………]any problems. You’re doing that now, so you’ve taken the first step. Let me know if you are having any language difficulties, though in your case that seems [………………………………]. As you are probably ^ aware, there .is aJanguage centre here where all students can use language-learning [………………………………], but it’s probably not of much use to you. Second, why not try to form a mutual support group with other [………………………………]students to discuss common challenges and to share useful ideas? This can be [………………………………]helpful if you find the teaching methods very different from those you have experienced before. Another type of support group could be other students in your subject area-get together with students on similar courses to discuss the [………………………………], swap ideas and give each other support. Dinesh: Yes. The second idea is particularly good. As you know, there are not so many overseas students on this course, but I know some other students from my country on other [………………………………]here. I think that I feel overwhelmed because I have set myself [………………………………]goals. Just talking to you has made me realise that I need to take a more realistic [………………………………]and put my problems into perspective. Professor: Just remember that whatever [………………………………]you may have-about new learning methods, [………………………………]your time, or handling your [………………………………]-there is someone here who can help. I’m happy to be that person. All you have to do is ask. [………………………………], I can offer you a practical solution. Dinesh: Thank you very much. There is one other thing. When we had the [………………………………], the International Student Advisor [………………………………]a book that’s available from the campus [………………………………]. It’s not specifically for overseas students, but she said it was useful. I didn’t write it down. You wouldn’t happen to know the book I mean, would you? Professor: I know it. I [………………………………]it. It’s called Learn How to Learn, by David Warner. I’m popping over to the bookshop myself now. Perhaps we could go together? SECTION 4 Lecturer: Part of the role of university [………………………………]is to prepare students for their [………………………………]life and career. Part of this [………………………………]is to introduce and train students in [………………………………]learning-preparing them to [………………………………]their career as a continuous learning experience, rather than [………………………………]that the end of their university education [………………………………]an end goal beyond which there is no need for further learning. Therefore students are [………………………………]to develop as independent learners. An [………………………………]learner is one who takes [………………………………]for his or her own learning and is not always dependent on teacher being available to [………………………………]and correct. Such a student sets their own learning goals, makes their own [………………………………]as to when and how to study for these goals, and also [………………………………]their own [………………………………]and develops further goals. This is not always easy for students, particularly those whose [………………………………]education has been very teacher focussed with teaching [………………………………]mainly in lecture format and with little [………………………………]for the students to take any control of the learning process. At university, while much teaching is conducted via lectures, students are expected to become [………………………………]independent in their learning. Departments approach this issue in a number of ways. For example, they might provide personal [………………………………]. This could be a student or a member of [………………………………]who is available to discuss problems that the student might have and who will support the student in the process of becoming an independent learner. The second one [………………………………]the student to make certain choices about their course, either in the [………………………………]they choose to learn or in the way in which they choose to learn them. Thirdly, there is the provision of learning [………………………………]outside the confines of the campus, including study trips and student exchanges. In the English Language Centre, we try to help the [………………………………]of learner independence. This English Language Centre is a self-access one. A [………………………………]centre is a place where learners come [………………………………]to improve the subject that they are studying. In the case of the English Language Centre we focus on English language. In a self-access centre it is the student who [………………………………]what to study, when to study, how long to study, what materials to use, how to use the materials, and how to assess [………………………………]. The learner is not, however, left totally alone. Learners are encouraged to come to the centre in groups, so that they can help each other in the learning process and there is also always an English teacher [………………………………]to answer any questions that students might have, to discuss their [………………………………], and to help the learner assess their work. Let’s take an example. Mary and her friend Jim have decided they need to [………………………………]their report writing skills. They decide to go to the ELC twice in the next week, for two hours each time, from five o’clock to seven o’clock. The first thing they do is to talk to the English teacher there, to help them [………………………………]what particular [………………………………]of writing a report they find especially difficult. Having done this, they identify [………………………………]books, videos, or computer programs from the index, with help from the teacher if needed. Looking at the [………………………………], they decide which to use first, and how to best to use it. Working through the materials, they [………………………………]problems with each other, [………………………………]notes and evaluate each other’s work and progress. This process of working together is important, as the students are able to [………………………………]each other in the learning process. Of course, sometimes they need more help and so they ask the English teacher at the centre. When they have finished their studies, they review what they have studied, with help from their notes, and [………………………………]the extent to which they have, or have not, [………………………………]their initial aim In the light of this, they will decide to either do more work on the same topic, or move to another topic, either related to this one or something [………………………………]different. There are many ways students can improve their English [………………………………]of a teacher. Firstly, they can use English language videos in [………………………………]with learning activities such as exercises to practise [………………………………]listening skills, questions to lead [………………………………]on the topic introduced by the video. They can do [………………………………]tasks that use the content of the video to focus on other [………………………………], such as learning vocabulary or understanding the [………………………………]used by the characters in the video. Secondly, they can use a computer programme to improve their [………………………………], by identifying, and then [………………………………], the individual sounds used in English. Thirdly, they can use a book to find a model business letter, for example, writing one of the same type, but with different information, and then discussing it with the ELC teacher before [………………………………]re-writing it. Finally, they can use newspapers or [………………………………]as stimuli for [………………………………]activities with a brief report written at the end, [………………………………]the discussion. However, the development of an independent learner is not dependent on a [………………………………]like the ELC. Within the university, as well as within [………………………………]departments, the library, the Student Affairs Office and the Student Union all provide a range of [………………………………]for the student to develop as an independent learner. Outside the [………………………………]the opportunities are both physical and [………………………………]. The physical ones include [………………………………], museums and other centres, as well as various special interest groups. In the virtual world of the Internet the opportunities are both [………………………………]and vast. To conclude, in a world in which change is central to our continued [………………………………], the professional must have the [………………………………]and flexibility of a lifelong learner. A lifelong learner must be an independent learner, able to take [………………………………]for all stages of the learning process. It is the student’s responsibility to take advantage of the various opportunities on offer.
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| Reinvent The Wheel – Idiom Of The Day For IELTS Posted: 29 Oct 2016 07:13 AM PDT Reinvent The Wheel- Idiom Of The Day For IELTS Speaking.Definition: wasting time trying to create something that someone else has already created Example: “You don’t need to reinvent the wheel. Read up on what others have done. “ “We’ve had a lot of experience with disasters, and don’t have to reinvent the wheel every time something happens.“ “School committees need not reinvent the wheel every time they try to improve the curriculum.” Exercise:
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| Superfluous – Word Of The Day For IELTS Posted: 29 Oct 2016 12:59 AM PDT Superfluous – Word Of The Day For IELTS Speaking And WritingSuperfluous: (Adjective) /suːˈpɜːrfluəs/ Definition:more than is needed or wanted Synonyms:Unnecessary, Excessive, Redundant Example:For IELTS Speaking:. For IELTS Writing: Exercise:Choose the following words to fill in the blank: thesis,superfluous, voluntarily, converted, priority, disposal, files, intervene, hierarchy, chemistry, stimulated.
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| IELTS SPEAKING PRACTICE TEST 34 & BAND 8+ SAMPLE ANSWERS Posted: 29 Oct 2016 12:06 AM PDT Part 1:– Where are you from? I was born and raised in Ho Chi Minh City, the economic and financial center of Vietnam. Our city, which was named after Uncle Ho, one of the greatest leaders in Vietnam's and the world's history, has witnessed several remarkable historical events and transformed significantly since its declaration of independence. – Do you work or study? I have recently graduated with a bachelor degree in economics, which took me 3 years and a half to accomplish. At the moment, I am doing an internship at a British company focusing on providing world-class and highly exclusive services for our members. – Do you like flowers? Well, on behalf of all pretty ladies out there, or at least most of them, I must say that we don't like flowers, we love them. Tremendously. Flowers is a true embodiment of women: feminine, delicate, soft, yet resilient and most important, deserved to be handled with care and love. – When was the last time you bought flowers? What was the occasion? Occasionally, I would wonder around flower shop to pick up some for house decoration, as a delicate gift to someone or simply because I want to. Just last week, on Vietnamese Women's Day, I had a huge bouquet of baby lily delivered to my mom's office as a sweet surprise. And unsurprisingly, she was over the moon and kept smiling all day. – Do you read newspapers or magazines? I'm more a book lover than any other types of printed materials. I do read newspaper quite often though, when I have time to spare. Columns about high-tech, self-development and lifestyle interest me the most because I couldn't care less about political issues which is too complicated and shady for my taste. – Do you think newspapers are still popular? Why do you think so? Due to the proliferation of digital media and hi-tech devices, lots of people have been depending on their smartphones or reading machines to keep up-to-date with everything around. It's more convenient, accessible and environmentally friendly – in terms of paper saving. As a result, there are not many who prefer a stack of papers on their hands left. However, the minority of those old-school readers still enjoy the smell of newly printed papers over a cup of coffee every morning. Part 2Talk about a situation when you had to share something with someone. Please say – When and where was it? – What did you share? – How did you feel later? I hadn't shared the same room with my sister for many years since we moved to our new house, in which each of us has our own. It was not until 4 months ago when a relative from our hometown dropped by to visit us during his trip to Ho Chi Minh City that my sister and I, once again, slept on the same bed. Sharing your personal space with others required a certain amount of closeness and familiarity to make one another comfortable. That was what my younger sister, Jade, and I have always been: close and open. However, there was still a difference between sharing the same room back then and now when we were all grow-ups. Even though we usually confided in each other, sharing secrets and providing mutual support, hardly have we ever seen each other more than a few hours a day, which was a real pity. Due to our tight schedule, Jade studying at school and participating in other activities, me working and traveling back and forth between home and office – a 2-hour drive on a daily basis, spending more quality time together wasn't quite appealing since we were both exhausted. Thanks to a surprised visit from our relative, we found a way to rectify the issue: telling each other bed time stories. Instead of real ones, we talked about our day at work and school, people we met, things we did and how they affected us. We had more time and it was less tiring since we did that lying on bed and sleep could come anytime. More interesting, our sharing appeared to be deeper and more genuine as all guards had been laid off and our inner emotions just kept pouring out. After that, our already strong bond got even stronger and we dedicated more time to each other, especially when either of us sensed any problem. Every once in a while, we share the same bed again even if there's no visitor in the house.
Part 3– Do you believe in sharing? And why is that? As far as I'm concerned, sharing seems to be the highest and most visible form of compassion and generosity. I was raised to be humble, be respectful and be kind to others and I also was taught how to do so – by sharing. With those who are younger and inexperienced, you'll share with them your knowledge, the right attitude to deal with setbacks if you're humble enough to admit your mistakes and show your weaknesses. As regards the senior, they are the one who share valuable lessons that would cost you a lifetime to learn unless there is a sign of respect. Hence, sharing is the source of power and one of the most basic skills that no one should ever take for granted. Better yet, learn how to share in order to open your heart as well as enrich your soul because the more you give, the more you get. – How do you develop sharing in children? Children are the most vulnerable creatures and quickest learners in the world, especially in their formative years of childhood. They can easily adopt new habits, the bad ones particularly, merely by imitating and replication if there's no qualified role model. Therefore, if you want them to learn something, set a good example. Teach your children how to share by sharing with them and start with your time. For instance, tell them a bed-time story, teach them how to play ball or show them how to bait a fish. Those are simple things parents can do to cultivate the sense of love, sharing and appreciation. Then, ask them to help you with the chores, share the workload with their siblings and at the same time, remind them how helping each other makes them faster and has more fun. Take one step at a time to have them gradually familiarized with supporting and sharing with others so they don't feel reluctant and are willing to do it by their own when someone is in need. |
| IELTS SPEAKING CUE CARD 64, TOPIC: A PERSON WHO CAN SPEAK A FOREIGN LANGUAGE Posted: 28 Oct 2016 07:47 PM PDT IELTS SPEAKING CUE CARD 64Describe a person who can use or speak a second language. Please say – Who this person is? Band 8.0+ Sample AnswerInitially, I think I can start off by pointing out something about who this person is. Actually, I know quite a lot people who are bilingual, however I'd like to share about my best friend who is fluent in Japanese. Her name is Nguyen and she is currently working in a Japanese corporate. In fact, she is the one who has inspired me a lot to learn the second language. The factor that makes her unique to me is the fact that despite acquiring Japanese on her own, she managed to become excellent at it with gorgeous intonation like a native speaker. The chief reason encouraging her to learn this language is indeed quite simple. When she was in university, she fell in love with a Japanese person and gradually became addicted to this country's culture and language. Therefore, she exerted herself and put a lot of effort in Japanese with the first target of being able to communicate with her boyfriend in his mother tongue. Time went by and her passion for this language grew so strong that she committed herself to conquer it, no matter how hard it is when it comes to the matter of self – study. However at the end of the day, she achieved it with flying colors and lots of opportunities come to her after graduation from university. It is my friend who gives me a precious lesson in life: Do the thing you are truly passionate about and you will rock it. Vocabulary
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