Imagine you went to an English-speaking country on vacation. Make a list of ways you used English on your vacation. Write a postcard to your friend using two or three ideas from your notes in Speaking b or your own ideas. Write 60-80 words.

- What you want to use the phone for

- The phone you chose

- Good features

- Bad features

- Best point

Sample 1:

Hey [Friend's Name],

I just wanted to tell you about the smartphone I recently chose. After doing a lot of research, I ended up selecting the new [Smartphone Model]. It has an amazing camera, long battery life, and a super-fast processor. The display is also stunning, and it has all the features I was looking for. I'm really excited about it and can't wait to show it to you. Let's plan to catch up soon so I can give you a demo!

Take care,

[Your Name]

Sample 2:

Hey [Friend's Name],

I hope you're doing well! Guess what? I finally decided on the smartphone I want for my birthday. I'm looking for a phone that's great for photography, gaming, and productivity, and after much research, I settled on the Samsung Galaxy S21. It has an amazing camera setup, powerful performance, and a sleek design. The only downside is the lack of expandable storage, but the overall package is impressive. I think the best point is its stunning display and versatile camera system. Can't wait to show it off!

Catch up soon,

[Your Name]

Sample 3:

To: an123@abcmail.com

Subject: New phone!

Hi Anna,

How are you? I hope the weather's great in Paris!

Guess what! I talked to Mike at school today. He knows a lot about phones and computers, and he helped me choose which smartphone I want for my birthday!

I want to get a smartphone for playing games. I'm going to ask my dad for the Royal 1000. I'm really excited! It looks great, but the camera isn't as good as some other phones. However, it has lots of storage, so I can store lots of games. The best part is that it's very cheap, so I'm sure my dad will agree to buy it for me.

I can't wait to show it to you!

I really hope you can come to my birthday party next Saturday.

It's going to be fun!

See you soon,

El

Sample 4:

Hey [Friend's Name],

I hope you're doing well! I've been on the hunt for the perfect smartphone for my birthday, and I've finally made my decision. I've chosen the iPhone 13 Pro Max. It's packed with features that will suit my needs, from its stellar camera for photography to its smooth performance for gaming and multitasking. One drawback is the high price tag, but I believe its premium build and cutting-edge technology make it worth it. The best point, in my opinion, is its impressive battery life, ensuring I can stay connected all day long.

Catch up soon,

[Your Name]

Sample 5:

Hey [Friend's Name],

Hope you're good! So, I've picked my birthday gift – it's the Google Pixel 6 Pro. It's perfect for me because I want a phone that takes awesome photos, works fast, and looks good. The Pixel 6 Pro has a really cool camera, runs smoothly, and has a nice screen. The only downside is it doesn't have extra space for more stuff. But the best thing about it is how smart it is – it helps me with lots of stuff!

Talk soon,

[Your Name]

- What's your dream job?

- Why do you want to do it?

- What will you need to get the job?

- What are some good things and bad things about the job?

Sample 1:

I have a dream about my job in the future, it's a doctor. I want to be a doctor because I want to help people who suffer from fatal diseases. There is a man who inspired me to become a doctor. I met him when I went to the zoo with my friend. I remembered that I ran too fast and then fell. The man ran to me and helped me not hurt again. At that time, I really admired him and wanted to become a doctor. I understand that to achieve my dream, I must study hard and learn for at least 11 years or even almost my whole life. However, I won’t give up my dream, I will try my best to become a good doctor.

Sample 2:

I always want to be a pilot since I can fly an airplane and meet excellent people who are also pilots. Being a pilot is very difficult, I have to be healthy, strong, friendly and calm and I have to have no fear of heights so that I can control the plane correctly. I like this job because of its high salary, and I can travel to lots of places in the world and meet people, but its drawback is I have to work far from home, and I need to be trained very strictly to fly an airplane. However, I hope one day I can become a pilot!

Sample 3:

In the future, I want to be an interpreter, which has been my dream since I was a little girl. Being an interpreter is very exciting and there are some reasons for my choice. Firstly, I want to acquire more and more languages. During my childhood, I was impressed by Japan’s cartoons. I spent a long time watching and had trouble with it. I couldn’t understand what they conveyed because of the language barrier between us. From that time forward, I determined myself and took account of learning English. Furthermore, I also can restrict the different cultures among countries in the world. Besides, I can enquire about some civilization and help people contact each other easier. I know my ability isn’t as good as a lot of people’s, but I am still improving my skill day by day and all the difficulties won’t be able to hold me up. To sum up, I want to be an excellent interpreter by the time I have grown up.

Sample 4:

I’ve always dreamed of becoming a teacher. Many of my friends ask me why I chose teaching. The reason is that I love children so much. I want to take care of them, teach them how to read, how to write, how to listen and show them the beautiful things of this life. Teaching is also like growing a tree up, you must have patience, carefulness, and passion. Another important reason making me choose this job is my parents. They hope that I can achieve their dream. To make my dream come true, I am trying to complete the program in my university with the best result. In the future, I will become a good teacher.

Sample 5:

I would like to become a football player who plays in many championships and tournaments. I will play with my teammates to win over the opponent in football matches. Moreover, I am supposed to win the trophy for the team and for my country. That’s exactly how I earn my living. To do a good job as a football player, I must have perfect physical health to play anywhere, under whatever weather conditions. More than that, this job specifically requires a strong teamwork spirit as no one wins this game alone. Knowing how to collaborate with others leads to an absolute victory. I hope my dream will come true.

Sample 6:

Becoming a lawyer is my biggest dream. Everyone will have different career dreams, I have thought about it many times as well. And finally, I choose a lawyer as my target in the future. To be honest, there are many reasons why I choose a lawyer as my future job. First, I happened to be watching a lawyer program. They can protect the interests of the poor, bring justice to the innocent, … I see that this is very wonderful and right. They can stand up for others because of the truth and truth in life. Second, if I become a lawyer, I can also protect my family and the people I love. Therefore, in order to fulfill my dream, I tried hard to get into Law University. After that, I will aim to graduate with a good diploma. I know that lawyers are a high-pressure field with many challenges. But I love and will forever choose this job. I will fulfill my life’s dream!

Sample 7:

My dream career in the future is to become a lawyer. The legal profession has always captivated me with its ability to advocate for justice and uphold the rights of individuals in society. As a lawyer, I am eager to work diligently to ensure fairness and equality prevail. I will use my knowledge of the law to provide expert advice, represent clients, and navigate complex legal proceedings. I am motivated to make a positive impact by fighting for the underprivileged and voiceless, striving for a more just and equitable world. With strong research skills, persuasive communication, and a commitment to ethical practices, I am dedicated to becoming a trusted and respected advocate for my clients and the principles of justice.

Sample 8:

Since I was a kid, my friends often asked me about my dream job in the future, I thought and always wanted to be in business. Salesperson or open a store selling a certain product. The reason I like doing business so much is because my dad is an extremely good businessman. I’ve always admired him. Now, in addition to studying, I also research more materials and read books to understand more about different ways of selling. I like the time I spend sitting with my dad talking about customer needs, the market or how to handle arising problems. This is a job I’ve always dreamed of. I will strive to become a good businessman in the future.