Trọn bộ bài mẫu & từ vựng IELTS Speaking topic History

Lịch sử (History) thường được xem là một trong những chủ đề “khó nhằn” nhất trong bài thi IELTS Speaking. Rất nhiều thí sinh mang tâm lý e ngại vì sợ thiếu từ vựng chuyên ngành hoặc không nhớ rõ các cột mốc thời gian. Tuy nhiên, giám khảo IELTS không kiểm tra kiến thức lịch sử của bạn, mà họ muốn nghe cách bạn diễn đạt sự trân trọng đối với di sản văn hóa và những bài học đúc kết từ quá khứ.

Để giúp bạn vượt qua nỗi sợ này, thầy Trịnh Nam Việt (Giáo viên IELTS 8.0 tại Trung tâm Ngoại ngữ ECE) đã biên soạn trọn bộ tài liệu học thuật với hệ thống từ vựng cực kỳ ấn tượng, cùng các cấu trúc ghi điểm cho cả 3 phần thi. Hãy cùng khám phá ngay nhé!

Gợi ý từ vựng & cấu trúc ăn điểm (Vocabulary & Structures)

Thay vì lặp đi lặp lại từ “past” hay “old things”, hãy nâng cấp phổ từ vựng của bạn (Lexical Resource) bằng cách sử dụng các danh từ và cụm từ chuyên sâu sau đây:

Từ vựng chuyên ngành (Topic Vocabulary)

Nhóm 1: Sự kiện, Thời kỳ & Di sản (Events, Periods & Heritage)

Nhóm 2: Động từ & Cụm từ biểu đạt (Verbs & Expressions)

Nhóm 3: Tính từ miêu tả (Adjectives)

Cấu trúc câu dẫn dắt (Useful Structures)

Sử dụng các cấu trúc này để mở đầu câu trả lời một cách tự nhiên và mạch lạc:

• I have always been interested in… (Tôi luôn hứng thú với…)

• What I find fascinating about history is… (Điều tôi thấy hấp dẫn về lịch sử là…)

• One historical figure I really admire is… (Một nhân vật lịch sử mà tôi thực sự ngưỡng mộ là…)

• It dates back to… (Nó có niên đại từ…)

• It played an important role in… (Nó đóng một vai trò quan trọng trong…)

• What impressed me most was… (Điều gây ấn tượng với tôi nhất là…)

• It gave me a deeper understanding of… (Nó giúp tôi hiểu sâu hơn về…)

• We can learn valuable lessons from the past. (Chúng ta có thể học được những bài học quý giá từ quá khứ.)

Bài mẫu IELTS Speaking Part 1 chủ đề History

Trong Part 1, hãy thể hiện sự hào hứng và đưa ra những lý do cụ thể để giải thích cho sự quan tâm của bạn đối với lịch sử.

Question 1: Do you like history?

“Yes, I do. I have always been interested in national history because I think the past has a profound impact on the way a country develops. I particularly enjoy learning about different historical periods and how they influenced Vietnamese traditional culture and national identity.”

Question 2: Did you enjoy learning history at school?

“Yes, I did, although I wasn’t particularly interested in memorising dates. What I found fascinating was learning about the lives of ordinary people during different periods. I also enjoyed looking at historical documents because they gave me a more realistic picture of what life was like in the past.”

Question 3: Who is your favourite historical figure?

“One historical figure I really admire is Ho Chi Minh. He was an extremely influential person in Vietnamese history and played an important role in the country’s development. What interests me most is how his ideas and actions had a profound impact on Vietnamese society.”

Question 4: Do you prefer learning history from books or videos?

“I prefer videos because I find them much more engaging. Documentaries can show historical sites, old photographs and animations, so I can get a much clearer picture of a particular historical period. However, I still use books when I want to gain a deeper understanding of a specific topic.”

Bài mẫu IELTS Speaking Part 2 chủ đề History

Đề bài: Describe a historical place you have visited.

You should say:

• what the place was

• where it was

• what you saw there

• and explain why you found this place interesting.

Sample Answer:

The place I’d like to talk about is the Vietnam People’s Air Force Museum in Hanoi, which I visited with my father. I’ve always been interested in national history, particularly the country’s military history, so I was quite excited to visit it.

The museum had a large collection of military equipment, including fighter jets, helicopters and bombers. There were also old photographs and historical documents which provided information about different historical periods. Many of the exhibits were extremely well-preserved, which made the experience much more interesting.

What impressed me most was the historical significance of the objects on display. Some of the aircraft had been used during important periods of Vietnamese history, so seeing them in person gave me a much deeper understanding of what people experienced at that time.

I was also interested in the way the museum helped preserve history and pass down knowledge to younger generations. I think this is particularly important because historical knowledge can help shape people’s national identity and appreciation of their cultural heritage.

Overall, I found the museum really fascinating. It wasn’t simply a place where I could look at old objects. It was a place where I could understand how the past had a profound impact on the country today. It also reminded me that we can learn valuable lessons from the past.

Bài mẫu IELTS Speaking Part 3 – History & Society

Phần 3 đòi hỏi sự suy luận logic về tầm quan trọng của lịch sử đối với giáo dục, chính phủ và sự phát triển của xã hội hiện đại.

Question 1: Why is it important for people to learn history?

“I think history is important because it helps people understand how modern society came to exist. By studying different historical periods, people can see how certain decisions and changes shaped the future. It can also help them appreciate their country’s cultural heritage and develop a stronger sense of national identity.”

Question 2: How can young people become more interested in history?

“I think history needs to be made more fascinating and relevant to young people. Instead of simply asking students to memorise dates, teachers could use documentaries, online videos and interactive activities. They could also organise trips to historical sites or a historical museum so that students can experience the past more directly.”

Question 3: Should governments spend money preserving historical sites?

“Yes, I think they should, particularly when a site has significant historical significance or cultural values. Proper investment can ensure that these places remain well-preserved for future generations. It can also help preserve history and pass down important cultural values to younger people. In some cases, these places can also become tourist attractions.”

Question 4: What can people learn from the mistakes of the past?

“There are many things people can learn from previous generations. For example, studying wars and political conflicts can help us understand the consequences of certain decisions. More importantly, it can encourage people to learn from the past rather than repeat the same mistakes. I think this is one reason why history can have such a profound impact on the way societies develop.”

Question 5: Do you think museums are still important in the digital age?

“Yes, definitely. Although people can now access information about an ancient civilization or a famous historical figure within seconds online, museums provide something that the internet cannot completely replace. Seeing well-preserved objects and historical documents in person can make the past feel much more real. Museums also play an important role in helping society preserve history and pass down its cultural heritage.”

Question 6: Is it better to learn about history from older people or from books?

“I think both sources can be valuable in different ways. Books can provide detailed information about a particular historical period and explain its historical significance, while older people can share personal stories that aren’t always included in textbooks. For example, grandparents can talk about their experiences and pass down family traditions and cultural values. By combining these sources, young people can gain a deeper understanding of both national history and everyday life in the past.”

Như bạn có thể thấy, để chinh phục chủ đề History, chìa khóa không nằm ở việc ghi nhớ ngày tháng khô khan, mà là khả năng tư duy và vốn từ vựng học thuật. Hãy tận dụng các collocations như shape the future, preserve cultural heritage hay profound impact mà thầy Trịnh Nam Việt đã cung cấp để biến câu trả lời của mình trở nên sắc bén và thuyết phục hơn. Trung tâm ngoại ngữ ECE chúc bạn ôn luyện hiệu quả và bứt phá điểm số thành công!