Bên cạnh Hướng dẫn đề thi IELTS 21/11/2020 bài WRITING TASK 1 (map) về school library (kèm bài sửa cho HS đi thi), IELTS TUTOR Giải đề "Describe an interesting traditional story" IELTS SPEAKING PART 2-3

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Describe an interesting traditional story

You should say:

• What the story is about 
• When/how you knew it 
• Who told you the story 
• And explain how you felt when you first heard it 

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Today, I would like to tell you about an interesting traditional story called Tấm Cám (Vietnamese folktale – truyện dân gian Việt Nam – a story passed down orally through generations), which is one of the most well-known legends in Vietnamese culture.

The story is about a kind-hearted girl named Tấm who suffers from relentless mistreatment (sự ngược đãi không ngừng – continuous cruel behavior) by her stepmother and jealous stepsister, Cám. Despite being trapped in a cycle of injustice (vòng lặp bất công – repeated unfair treatment), Tấm remains compassionate and resilient. With the help of supernatural intervention (sự can thiệp siêu nhiên – help from magical forces), she eventually overcomes adversity, regains her happiness, and sees justice served, which reflects the moral undercurrent (thông điệp đạo đức ngầm – an underlying ethical message) of good triumphing over evil.>> 🔥 Form đăng kí giải đề thi thật IELTS 4 kĩ năng kèm bài giải bộ đề 100 đề PART 2 IELTS SPEAKING quý đang thi (update hàng tuần) từ IELTS TUTOR

I first learned about this story when I was a child, as it was told to me by my grandmother, who had a real gift for vivid storytelling (kể chuyện sinh động – expressive and engaging narration). On quiet evenings, she would recount the tale in a soft-spoken yet haunting voice (giọng kể nhẹ nhàng nhưng ám ảnh – gentle but memorable tone), which made every scene come alive. This intergenerational tradition (truyền thống qua nhiều thế hệ – something handed down between generations) helped me connect deeply with my cultural roots.

When I first heard the story, I felt a mix of sympathy and anger, especially during the parts describing Tấm’s suffering. However, as the plot unfolded, I experienced a strong sense of emotional catharsis (sự giải tỏa cảm xúc – emotional release) when justice was finally restored. The ending left a lasting impression (ấn tượng lâu dài – something that stays in one’s memory) on me and reinforced my belief in moral justice (công lý đạo đức – fairness based on ethical values).

Overall, Tấm Cám is not just a bedtime story; it is a cultural touchstone (biểu tượng văn hóa – something that represents shared values) that has shaped my understanding of kindness, resilience, and fairness.

NEW VOCABULARY FROM THE ESSAY

1. Vietnamese folktale – truyện dân gian Việt Nam – a story passed down orally through generations
   Synonyms: legend, myth, folk story
   Antonyms: modern fiction, contemporary tale, sci-fi narrative
   Example: Tấm Cám is a Vietnamese folktale that reflects traditional moral values.

2. Relentless mistreatment – sự ngược đãi không ngừng – continuous cruel behavior
   Synonyms: abuse, cruelty, oppression
   Antonyms: kindness, care, compassion
   Example: Tấm suffers from relentless mistreatment by her stepfamily.

3. Cycle of injustice – vòng lặp bất công – repeated unfair treatment
   Synonyms: systemic unfairness, ongoing inequality, repeated wrongdoing
   Antonyms: fairness, justice, equality
   Example: She is trapped in a cycle of injustice for most of the story.

4. Supernatural intervention – sự can thiệp siêu nhiên – help from magical forces
   Synonyms: divine help, magical assistance, otherworldly aid
   Antonyms: human effort, rational cause, natural process
   Example: Supernatural intervention helps Tấm change her fate.

5. Moral undercurrent – thông điệp đạo đức ngầm – an underlying ethical message
   Synonyms: moral lesson, ethical theme, core value
   Antonyms: immorality, corruption, ethical ambiguity
   Example: The moral undercurrent emphasizes that good will defeat evil.

6. Vivid storytelling – kể chuyện sinh động – expressive and engaging narration
   Synonyms: graphic narration, lively description, expressive telling
   Antonyms: monotone narration, dull telling, flat description
   Example: My grandmother’s vivid storytelling made the tale unforgettable.

7. Intergenerational tradition – truyền thống qua nhiều thế hệ – something handed down between generations
   Synonyms: heritage, legacy, ancestral practice
   Antonyms: modern trend, recent invention, short-lived habit
   Example: Listening to folktales is an intergenerational tradition in my family.

8. Emotional catharsis – sự giải tỏa cảm xúc – emotional release
   Synonyms: relief, emotional release, purification
   Antonyms: emotional suppression, numbness, restraint
   Example: The ending gave me a sense of emotional catharsis.

9. Lasting impression – ấn tượng lâu dài – something that stays in one’s memory
   Synonyms: enduring impact, memorable effect, deep impression
   Antonyms: forgettable moment, fleeting memory, trivial impact
   Example: The story left a lasting impression on me.

10. Cultural touchstone – biểu tượng văn hóa – something that represents shared values
    Synonyms: cultural symbol, icon, reference point
    Antonyms: irrelevant object, personal anecdote, random story
    Example: Tấm Cám is a cultural touchstone in Vietnamese society.

2.1. What kind of stories do children like?

Children tend to enjoy stories that are imagination-driven (driven by creativity – được dẫn dắt bởi trí tưởng tượng) because such narratives allow them to escape from reality.
These stories often include larger-than-life (exaggerated and extraordinary – phi thường, vượt thực tế) characters, which immediately capture a child’s attention.
For example, fairy tales featuring dragons or talking animals are usually far more appealing than realistic stories.
As a result, children remain emotionally engaged from beginning to end.

Another type of story children like is light-hearted (cheerful and not serious – nhẹ nhàng, vui vẻ) storytelling with a clear moral lesson.
These stories are easy to follow and usually end with a feel-good ending (ending that creates happiness – kết thúc mang cảm giác tích cực).
This helps children understand basic values without feeling overwhelmed.
For instance, short moral tales about honesty or kindness are often read repeatedly at bedtime.

New vocabulary

• imagination-driven
  Synonyms: creative-based, fantasy-oriented, inventive
  Antonyms: realistic, factual, literal
  IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ: imagination-driven stories allow them to escape from reality.

• larger-than-life
  Synonyms: extraordinary, exaggerated, epic
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  IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ: larger-than-life characters capture a child’s attention.

• light-hearted
  Synonyms: cheerful, playful, amusing
  Antonyms: serious, gloomy, heavy
  IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ: light-hearted storytelling with a clear moral lesson.

Difficult grammar structures

• Relative clause: “stories that are imagination-driven”
  → Những câu chuyện mà được dẫn dắt bởi trí tưởng tượng

• Result clause: “As a result, children remain emotionally engaged”
  → Kết quả là trẻ em bị cuốn hút về mặt cảm xúc

2.2. What are the benefits of bedtime stories for children?

One major benefit of bedtime stories is emotional bonding (emotional connection – sự gắn kết cảm xúc) between parents and children.
This shared activity creates a safe emotional space (emotionally secure environment – không gian cảm xúc an toàn) where children feel loved.
When parents read consistently, children associate bedtime with comfort.
For example, many kids fall asleep faster when a parent reads to them.

Another advantage is that bedtime stories stimulate cognitive growth (mental development – kích thích phát triển trí tuệ).
Listening to stories exposes children to age-appropriate vocabulary (vocabulary suitable for their age – từ vựng phù hợp độ tuổi).
This gradually enhances their language awareness and listening skills.
For instance, children who hear stories regularly tend to express themselves more clearly.

New vocabulary

• emotional bonding
  Synonyms: attachment, closeness, connection
  Antonyms: detachment, distance, separation
  IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ: emotional bonding between parents and children.

• stimulate cognitive growth
  Synonyms: boost mental development, enhance thinking, improve cognition
  Antonyms: hinder development, limit thinking, stagnate
  IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ: bedtime stories stimulate cognitive growth.

Difficult grammar structures

• Gerund as subject: “Listening to stories exposes children to…”
  → Việc nghe truyện giúp trẻ tiếp xúc với…

• Cause–effect: “This gradually enhances their language awareness”
  → Điều này dần dần nâng cao khả năng ngôn ngữ

2.3. Why do most children like listening to stories before bedtime?

One reason is that bedtime stories create a predictable routine (regular and expected habit – thói quen ổn định).
This routine provides children with a sense of security (feeling of safety – cảm giác an toàn) before sleep.
When children know what to expect, they feel calmer.
For example, a familiar story can reduce bedtime anxiety.

Another reason is that stories help children transition into a dream-like state (state similar to dreaming – trạng thái mơ màng).
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For instance, calm narratives often work better than screens at night.

New vocabulary

• predictable routine
  Synonyms: stable habit, fixed pattern, regular practice
  Antonyms: chaos, irregularity, unpredictability
  IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ: bedtime stories create a predictable routine.

• dream-like state
  Synonyms: trance, fantasy-like condition, reverie
  Antonyms: alertness, wakefulness, awareness
  IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ: transition into a dream-like state.

Difficult grammar structures

• When-clause: “When children know what to expect…”
  → Khi trẻ biết trước điều gì sẽ xảy ra

• Result phrase: “As a result, children drift into sleep”
  → Kết quả là trẻ dần chìm vào giấc ngủ

2.4. What can children learn from stories?

Stories teach children core moral values (fundamental ethical principles – giá trị đạo đức cốt lõi).
These values shape a child’s behavior from an early age.
Through characters’ actions, children learn right from wrong.
For example, stories often reward honesty and punish greed.

In addition, stories help children develop emotional intelligence (ability to understand emotions – trí tuệ cảm xúc).
They learn to empathize with different characters.
This broadens their understanding of human emotions.
For instance, children may feel sympathy for a misunderstood character.

New vocabulary

• core moral values
  Synonyms: ethical principles, virtues, moral standards
  Antonyms: immorality, corruption, vice
  IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ: stories teach children core moral values.

• emotional intelligence
  Synonyms: empathy, emotional awareness, sensitivity
  Antonyms: emotional ignorance, insensitivity, apathy
  IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ: develop emotional intelligence.

Difficult grammar structures

• Through + noun phrase: “Through characters’ actions…”
  → Thông qua hành động của nhân vật

• Infinitive of purpose: “to empathize with characters”
  → để đồng cảm với nhân vật

2.5. Do all stories for children have happy endings?

Not all children’s stories have happily-ever-after endings (perfectly happy conclusions – kết thúc hoàn toàn hạnh phúc).
Some stories intentionally include sadness to teach resilience.
This reflects real-life challenges.
For example, folk tales often include loss or sacrifice.

However, such endings still offer long-term lessons (lessons valuable over time – bài học lâu dài).
They prepare children emotionally for difficulties.
This helps build mental strength.
For instance, bittersweet endings teach children how to cope with disappointment.

New vocabulary

• happily-ever-after endings
  Synonyms: perfect endings, joyful conclusions, fairy-tale endings
  Antonyms: tragic endings, unresolved endings, sad conclusions
  IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ: not all stories have happily-ever-after endings.

• long-term lessons
  Synonyms: lasting values, enduring teachings, lifelong lessons
  Antonyms: temporary ideas, short-term impact, trivial lessons
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Difficult grammar structures

• Not all + plural noun
  → Không phải tất cả…

• Relative purpose: “to teach resilience”
  → nhằm dạy về sự kiên cường

2.6. Is a good storyline important for a movie?

A strong storyline is fundamentally essential (basically necessary – vô cùng thiết yếu) for a successful movie.
Without it, even impressive visuals feel meaningless.
A coherent plot keeps viewers emotionally invested.
For example, many big-budget films fail due to weak storytelling.

Moreover, a good storyline creates lasting impact (long-term impression – ấn tượng lâu dài).
Audiences remember stories more than special effects.
This emotional connection enhances rewatch value.
For instance, classic films remain popular because of their narratives.

New vocabulary

• fundamentally essential
  Synonyms: crucial, indispensable, vital
  Antonyms: optional, unnecessary, trivial
  IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ: storyline is fundamentally essential.

• lasting impact
  Synonyms: enduring effect, long-term influence, deep impression
  Antonyms: short-lived effect, forgettable impact, insignificance
  IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ: creates lasting impact.

Difficult grammar structures

• Without + noun, clause
  → Nếu không có…, thì…

• Comparative emphasis: “more than special effects”
  → hơn là kỹ xảo

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