Author: Nicky Nguyen

Question 1: Do you collect anything? Answer: Actually, I do! I’ve been a stamp collector for a few years now. It might seem a little old-fashioned these days, but I find it really fascinating. There’s so much history and culture packed into those tiny squares! Question 2: What other kinds of collections do people have […]

Examiner: What kind of food do you enjoy? You: I’m a huge foodie! I love trying all sorts of cuisines, but there’s one dish that holds a special place in my heart: Bun Bo Hue. Examiner: Bun Bo Hue? What’s that? You: It’s a spicy noodle soup from central Vietnam. It’s traditionally made with different […]

Question 1: Were you good at geography in school? Answer: You know, it’s funny. Most people in my class tended to doze off during geography, but for some reason, I found it really interesting. I was always the first one with my hand in the air, and even with both hands in the air sometimes! […]

SET 1 Question 1: How many languages do you speak? Well, I speak my mother tongue, Vietnamese, fluently. … And then I’m also learning English, of course. It’s definitely a challenge, but I’m getting there, give or take a few bumps along the way. Question 2: Do you ever travel to other countries? Absolutely! I […]

Examiner: Do you enjoy singing? You: Oh, I love it! Especially when I’m home alone. Belting out tunes at the top of my lungs is the ultimate stress reliever. Though, maybe not for my neighbors… Examiner: So you consider yourself a good singer? You: (laughing) Well, let’s just say I wouldn’t be replacing any world-renowned […]

Examiner: How important is sleep for you? You: Absolutely crucial! I function way better when I’ve had a good night’s sleep. Examiner: How much sleep do you usually aim for? You: I try to get around 7 or 8 hours. Anything less, and I wake up feeling like a hungover sloth – you know, that […]

SET 1 Examiner: So, tell me, do you enjoy going to the aquarium? Candidate: Well, actually, I wouldn’t say I go very often… But I do find aquariums fascinating, especially the really big ones like the London Aquarium. The variety of fish you can see there is just incredible! Examiner: Interesting! What kind of fish […]

Question 1: How did you learn math in school? We had a pretty traditional approach in my school. … We learned the basics like arithmetic, algebra, and geometry, and then gradually moved on to more complex topics. Question 2: What was your favorite subject in math? Honestly, I wouldn’t say I have a favorite. … […]

Question 1: What are your thoughts on marriage in today’s society? Answer: I think marriage is a wonderful thing, but it definitely looks different than it used to. You know, in the past, there were a lot of gender stereotypes. Traditionally, the guys were the breadwinners, bringing home the bacon, while the women stayed at […]