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SPEAKING MID-TERM TEST N0.1 Television is dangerous because it has destroyed the family living and communication. Some people said that it absorb peoples time too much that they have no time to talk to each other. To what extent do you agree.

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SPEAKING MID-TERM TEST N0. 2 Many people judge success solely by money and material possessions. However, success can be achieved or measured in other ways. Discuss.

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SPEAKING MID-TERM TEST N0.3 Money can not buy happiness it is often claimed. But with money you can buy most of the things that are necessary for happiness: good food, accommodation, entertainment, travel, quality health care No wonder most people want to make as much money as possible. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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SPEAKING MID-TERM TEST N0.4 Telecommuting refers to workers doing their jobs from home for part of each week and communicating with their office using computer technology. Telecommuting is growing in many countries and is expected to be common for most office workers in the coming decades. How do you think society will be affected by the growth of telecommuting?

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SPEAKING MID-TERM TEST N0.5 According to a recent study, the more time people use the Internet, the less time they spend with real human beings. Should we worry about the effect this is having on social interaction or should we see the Internet as a way of opening up new communication possibilities worldwide?

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SPEAKING MID-TERM TEST N0.6 Many modern children spend a great deal of time sitting in front of a television or computer screen. This is extremely harmful to their development. Therefore, parents should strictly limit the time that children spend in this way. In what extent do you agree or disagree?

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SPEAKING MID-TERM TEST N0.7 In achieving personal happiness, our relationships with other people (family, friends, and colleagues) are more important than anything else. Issues such as work and wealth take second place. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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SPEAKING MID-TERM TEST N0.8 Describe your self- image.

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SPEAKING MID-TERM TEST N0.9 Compare and contrast "Surfing the Internet and Going to the library"

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SPEAKING MID-TERM TEST N0.10 Have you (or anyone you know) tried to give up a bad habit? What methods have been used? Have they been successful?

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SPEAKING MID-TERM TEST N0.11 Describe, in detail, a special ritual that you have. It could be for getting for the day, when leaving the house for a holiday, or preparing for a sports match

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SPEAKING MID-TERM TEST N0.12 Explain what happened the last time you were ill. What were the symtoms? What did you do to make yourself healthy again?

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SPEAKING MID-TERM TEST N0.13 Situations: A. A friend has just received very bad news. What would you say to comfort him/her? B. Your friend has had a bad habit that may become life threaterning. What would you say to convince him/her to quit.

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SPEAKING MID-TERM TEST N0.14 Describe elements of of a healthy lifestyle: a. What is considered a ablanced diet? b. How often should one exercise? c. What kinds of activities are good for stamina and keeping supple?

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SPEAKING MID-TERM TEST N0.15 Describe traditional Vietnamese wedding or funeral rituals.

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SPEAKING MID-TERM TEST N0.16 Do you think the growing use of technology has a positive or negative effect on our life?

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SPEAKING MID-TERM TEST N0.17 Explain the advantages of text messaging over normal phone calls

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SPEAKING MID-TERM TEST N0.18 If you could buy yourself a skill, a talent and a subject, or travel somewhere, what would you do and why?

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SPEAKING MID-TERM TEST N0.19 If you governed your own society, what was the fisrt law you wuold pass? What would you spend money on?

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SPEAKING MID-TERM TEST N0.20 What is your opinion on "bed-room culture"? Is it more important for children to stay inside where it is safe, or to go outside and play with other children?