Speaking Topic: A Life Event
❓ Task:
Describe a life event that had a significant impact on you.
You should say:
What the event was
When and where it happened
How it affected you
And explain why it was so memorable
One important event in my life was my high school graduation.
It happened three years ago at my school. That day was very special to me because it
marked the end of my school life and the beginning of a new journey.
I felt many emotions — I was happy, proud, and also a little nervous about the future. My
parents were there, and they were very proud of me. We took many photos and spent time
with friends and teachers.
This event changed my thinking. I realized I was growing up and needed to be more
responsible. It also made me feel more confident about starting university and chasing my
dreams.
I will always remember that day because it was a big moment in my life, and it showed
me how far I had come.
🔸 Vocabulary Hints (with Vietnamese meanings):
English Expression Vietnamese Meaning
A turning point in my life bước ngoặt trong cuộc đời tôi
Left a lasting impression on me để lại ấn tượng sâu sắc
A rollercoaster of emotions cảm xúc lên xuống thất thường
Life-changing experience trải nghiệm thay đổi cuộc đời
Come to terms with something chấp nhận điều gì đó (thường là điều khó khăn)
Look back on it with fond memories nhìn lại với ký ức đẹp
Out of the blue bất ngờ, không báo trước
A milestone moment cột mốc quan trọng trong đời
🔸 Sentence Structure Hints:
It was one of those moments that completely shifted my perspective on...
Had it not been for that event, I might never have...
What struck me most was how...
In hindsight, I realise that...
The emotional impact was far greater than I had anticipated.
This event served as a wake-up call, pushing me to...
🔹 Part 3 Follow-up Questions on “Life Events”
1. What are the most important life events for people in your country?
Most people in my country consider graduation, wedding celebrations, and retirement
parties to be very important. These occasions are often marked with family gatherings,
traditional ceremonies, and sometimes big celebrations.
Vocabulary hints:
Coming of age (lễ trưởng thành)
Graduation ceremony (lễ tốt nghiệp)
Wedding celebration (lễ cưới)
Retirement party (tiệc nghỉ hưu)
Structure tips:
Most people in my country consider... to be...
These occasions are often marked with...
2. How do people usually celebrate important life events?
Celebrations vary depending on the event. For example, people often throw a party for
birthdays or weddings, while some prefer to hold a quiet family gathering. Cultural
traditions are also followed, especially in rural areas.
Vocabulary hints:
Throw a party (tổ chức tiệc)
Hold a family gathering (tụ họp gia đình)
Follow cultural traditions (theo truyền thống văn hóa)
Mark the occasion (đánh dấu sự kiện)
Structure tips:
Celebrations vary depending on...
Typically, people tend to... in order to...
3. Why do some events leave a deeper impact than others?
It depends on the emotional weight and context of the event. Events that are life-altering,
such as losing a loved one or achieving a big goal, tend to stay in our memories longer
because they often lead to personal growth.
Vocabulary hints:
Emotionally charged (mang nhiều cảm xúc)
Life-altering (làm thay đổi cuộc sống)
Unexpected turn of events (diễn biến bất ngờ)
Deep-rooted memories (ký ức sâu đậm)
Structure tips:
Events that involve personal growth or loss tend to...
It depends on the emotional weight and context of the event.
4. Are life events more meaningful when shared with others?
I strongly believe that they are. Sharing big moments with friends or family helps us
create shared memories and strengthen bonds. Without others, the experience wouldn’t
feel as meaningful or fulfilling.
Vocabulary hints:
Create shared memories (tạo ký ức chung)
Strengthen bonds (thắt chặt mối quan hệ)
Emotional support (hỗ trợ tinh thần)
Structure tips:
I strongly believe that... because...
Without others, the experience wouldn’t have felt as...
5. Can negative life events have a positive outcome?
Absolutely. Sometimes a difficult situation can be a blessing in disguise. For example,
losing a job might push someone to start their own business. Such events build resilience
and help us learn from adversity.
Vocabulary hints:
A blessing in disguise (họa mà phúc)
Build resilience (xây dựng sự kiên cường)
Learn from adversity (học hỏi từ nghịch cảnh)
Structure tips:
Although painful at the time, such events often...
It taught me a valuable lesson about...
