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TOPIC 3: NAME
Chủ điểm Name có thể được coi là chủ điểm hay gặp nhất trong phần Speaking Part 1 với
mục đích “warm up” bài thi cho thí sinh. Các câu hỏi thuộc chủ điểm này thường xoay quanh
việc hỏi tên bạn là gì, nó có ý nghĩa ra sao, …
TỪ VỰNG CẦN GHI NHỚ

Chúng ta cùng xem Sample Answers dưới đây về một số câu hỏi thuộc chủ điểm Name và rút
ra những từ vựng cần nhớ.
1. How did your parents choose your name?
To be truthful, I have never asked my parents about this. I suppose they gave me the name
"Trang" just because back then it was a popular name for a baby girl. Probably they were not
creative enough to think of another.
2. Does your name have any special meaning?

Yes, and in fact, it has a lot of meanings. In Chinese, the word "Trang" means grace and
decency. I suppose my mom and dad really want me to become such a person so they sent all
the expectation into my name.
3. Is your name common or unusual in your country?

You know, my name used to be a popular one back when I was born. The consequence of this
is the fact that a huge number of girls that share the similar name with me at school, which
has been quite confusing. The name "Trang" is still common now, but parents have been
creative enough to think of a different middle name.
Vocabulary Phonetic Meaning
creative /kriːˈeɪtɪv/ sáng tạo
meaning /ˈmiːnɪŋ/ ý nghĩa
grace /ɡreɪs/ sự duyên dáng
decency /ˈdiːs(ə)nsi/ sự đứng đắn
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send the expectation into /sɛnd ðə ɛkspɛkˈteɪʃ(ə)n ɪntʊ/ gửi gắm kỳ vọng vào đâu
share the similar name /ʃɛː ðə ˈsɪmɪlə neɪm/ trùng tên nhau
confusing /kənˈfjuːzɪŋ/ gây bối rối
common /ˈkɒmən/ phổ biến
middle name /ˈmɪd(ə)l neɪm/ tên đệm
4. If you could change your name, would you?

Hmm, I've never thought about this. Not really. But if I could make a small adjustment to
my current name, I would shorten it by leaving out one of my middle names. I have two of
them, which is sometimes quite lengthy, especially when I have to fill in any form.
5. Who usually takes the responsibility of giving names?

In general, parents will give the children the name, but sometimes, grandparents will also
take part in the naming process. I think it is universal around the world. Even in some open-
minded countries, close friends can assume such responsibility.
6. Is it easy to change your name in your country?

It's not so easy, though. First, all family members should come to an agreement on that.
Then they have to go to the local authorities for registration. After that, all friends and
acquaintances must be informed of the change, which will require a lot of explanations.
7. What names are most common in your hometown?

Those with nice meanings. A lot of boys are given names like Thanh Dat, meaning making
achievements. And girls' parents prefer names such as Hoa, implying fragrance.
Vocabulary Phonetic Meaning
adjustment /əˈdʒʌs(t)m(ə)nt/ sự điều chỉnh
shorten /ˈʃɔːt(ə)n/ rút ngắn lại
leave out /liːv aʊt/ bỏ đi
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lengthy /ˈlɛŋ(k)θi/ dài dòng
universal /juːnɪˈvəːs(ə)l/ được tất cả mọi người biết
open-minded /ˈəʊp(ə)n mʌɪndɪd/ cởi mở
assume /əˈsjuːm/ đảm nhiệm
come to an agreement /kʌm tə an əˈɡriːm(ə)nt/ cùng nhau đồng ý
registration /rɛdʒɪˈstreɪʃ(ə)n/ việc đăng ký
inform of /ɪnˈfɔːm ɒv/ thông báo
imply /ɪmˈplʌɪ/ ngụ ý
BÀI TẬP
Hoàn thiện các câu trả lời sau, bằng cách sử dụng các (cụm) từ đã rút ra ở trên.
1. Do you like your name?
Yes, I like my name very much. My name was given by my parents and it carries a very good
................................... , which means happy. I believe this name can bring me good luck and
I’ll be happy all the time.
A. middle name C. registration
B. meaning D. adjustment
2. What meanings are there in the nicknames of Vietnamese children?
Most children in Vietnam will have a nickname for different reasons. Some people believe a
nickname can bring their children blessings, and some others just want to call their children
more conveniently. Some ................................. parents even give their kids nicknames based
on their characters.
A. implying C. open-minded
B. decent D. common
3. In your country, do people feel that their names are very important?
Well, every Vietnamese name carries a meaning, and it represents the common values and the
wishes of the family. So people usually consider their own names unique and important.
Some people, who are not happy with their names, even try to make an ...............................
to have a perfect one.
A. expectation B. meaning
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C. registration D. adjustment
4. Who gave you your name?
Traditionally, in Vietnam, the names of new-born children are given by one of their relatives,
usually their grandparents. However, in my case, an acquaintance of my parents came up
with my name, and mom and dad just instantly ………………………………….., because
neither of them had any idea what to name me.
A. sent all expectation C. left out
B. came to an agreement D. made an adjustment
5. Do you like your name?
In the past, no. I used to blame my parents for giving me such a boyish name. I even had a
deep, warm voice, just like a mature man, which is why all of my classmates made fun of me
back in primary and secondary school. However, as I’ve grown older, I’ve become more
.............., and I just don’t take these jokes so serious anymore, so I guess it’s fair to say yes.
A. left out C. graceful
B. open-minded D. decent
6. In your country, do people feel that their names are very important?
There’s no doubt about it. In Vietnam, names are not only a means of identification. They
also deliver parents hopes and ............................... when a new child is born. Besides, many
Vietnamese believe that names are blessings for newborns, so most people would consider
their names a lucky charm for them.
A. graces C. expectations
B. responsibilties D. registration
If someone shouts my name on any crowded streets at any time of the day, I’m sure more
than 5 people will turn their heads back to find out who’s calling them. So, basically, my
name is very ...... in Vietnam.
A. common C. graceful
B. open-minded D. shortened
8. Are there many Vietnamese people who have the same name as you?
I guess so. You know, since my name is very easy to think of, it is suitable for some parents
who are struggling to find the perfect name for their offsprings. Not to mention, they even
give their children the exact ......................... as mine.
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A. nickname C. expectation
B. middle name D. grace
9. Do you think your name is special?
Actually, the name Trang is fairly common in my country. You would be pretty surprised at
how many girls here are named like that. I suppose if I want to make my name more unique, I
should either add or ................................. one of my middle names.
A. send all expectation C. leave out
B. come to an agreement D. make an adjustment
10. Did your family have a certain nickname that they called you when you were a child?
When I was born, I had been crying for more than 2 hours. Therefore, my parents decided to
call me Crocodile. It was such a funny name which still makes me embarrassed when my
parents call my ................................. in front of my friends.
A. registration C. nickname
B. grace D. namesake
11. If you could change your name, would you?
No, I definitely wouldn't. My name is part of my identity now, and it would feel strange to
suddenly change it. I don't think my friends and family would like that either. Not to mention,
the .................................. process is going to be complicated as well.
A. middle name C. registration
B. meaning D. adjustment
12. How did your parents choose your name?
To be honest, I'm not sure how they chose it as I've never asked them. I suppose it was just a
name that they both liked, and maybe they thought it ................................... me.
A. implied C. meant
B. suited D. shortened
Yes, it's quite a common name. I remember that there were two other people who
with me in my class at school.
A. sent the expectation C. shared the similar name
B. implied D. informed of
14. Do you know anyone who has changed his name?
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Yes, I actually do. This friend of mine, a few years ago, had to undergo a name-changing
process, which was very complicated. It was believed that his name was similar to his great
grandfather, therefore his parents decided to .................................. it by leaving out one of his
middle name.
A. imply C. expect
B. lengthen D. shorten
15. Have you ever had troubles with your name?
When I was younger, I didn’t because it’s somewhat hard to pronounce and people always
screwed it up in some way but it doesn’t really bother me anymore. It is a ...........................
name to me no matter what. Say if you ask me whether I would like to change my name into
another one, my answer would be a big no.
A. nickname C. open-minded
B. meaningful D. shortened
16. What’s the origin of your name?
My name is named after a famous figure who my parents really admire and they hope that I
can turn out to be exactly like her in the future. So yeah, I guess both of them .....................
about the name.
A. send all the expectation C. leave out
B. come into agreement D. make an adjustment
17. How are babies given their names in Vietnam?
In Vietnam, a newborn baby is a very important event, so naturally names are chosen with
great care and hold much significance. Generally, parents ......................... the responsibility
of choosing a name for their children.
A. imply C. assume
B. mean D. adjust
18. If you could change one thing about your name, what would it be?
I suppose the only adjustment I would make is to shorten my name. It’s not like I hate it, but
it is too ......................................... with two middle names already.
A. lengthy C. graceful
B. open-minded D. decent
19. Is there any special ceremony when babies are given their names?
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No, I don’t think so. Giving names to children, to me, is the responsibily between the parents,
so it is kind of wasteful to hold a ceremony for it. As long as friends and relatives are ...........
the name, I don’t see any problems can arise from this.
A. sent all expectation C. informed of
B. came to an agreement D. made an adjustment
20. Why are some names very similar to each other?
It is ......................... known that parents always choose the most significant name for their
children, so the similarity is pretty much unavoidable. A more unique middle name, I
suppose, can make a huge difference.
A. decently
B. open-mindedly
C. gracefully
D. universall
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LUYỆN TẬP
Sử dụng những (cụm) từ vựng đã học ở trên và vốn kiến thức của bạn để trả lời những câu
hỏi sau:
1. How would you describe your name?
....................................................................................................................................................
....................................................................................................................................................
2. Is your name based on anyone else?
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....................................................................................................................................................
3. What does your nickname mean?
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4. Do your friends share the same name with you?
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5. When you have kids, how will you name them?
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Đáp án:
1. B
2. C
3. D
4. B
5. B
6. C
7. A
8. B
9. C
10. C
11. C
12. B
13. C
14. D
15. B
16. A
17. C
18. A
19. C
20. D
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TỪ VỰNG CẦN GHI NHỚ

2. Does your name have any special meaning?

3. Is your name common or unusual in your country?

Vocabulary Phonetic Meaning

creative /kriːˈeɪtɪv/ sáng tạo

meaning /ˈmiːnɪŋ/ ý nghĩa

grace /ɡreɪs/ sự duyên dáng

decency /ˈdiːs(ə)nsi/ sự đứng đắn

confusing /kənˈfjuːzɪŋ/ gây bối rối

common /ˈkɒmən/ phổ biến

middle name /ˈmɪd(ə)l neɪm/ tên đệm

4. If you could change your name, would you?

5. Who usually takes the responsibility of giving names?

6. Is it easy to change your name in your country?

7. What names are most common in your hometown?

Vocabulary Phonetic Meaning

adjustment /əˈdʒʌs(t)m(ə)nt/ sự điều chỉnh

shorten /ˈʃɔːt(ə)n/ rút ngắn lại

leave out /liːv aʊt/ bỏ đi

universal /juːnɪˈvəːs(ə)l/ được tất cả mọi người biết

open-minded /ˈəʊp(ə)n mʌɪndɪd/ cởi mở

assume /əˈsjuːm/ đảm nhiệm

come to an agreement /kʌm tə an əˈɡriːm(ə)nt/ cùng nhau đồng ý

registration /rɛdʒɪˈstreɪʃ(ə)n/ việc đăng ký

inform of /ɪnˈfɔːm ɒv/ thông báo

imply /ɪmˈplʌɪ/ ngụ ý

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