Healthy Life

TEST NO 1: HEALTHY LIFE
Part 1: Short talk (2 minutes/ individual)

1. Are you a healthy person? How often do you get sick?
2. 2. What are the best ways to avoid getting sick?
3. 3. What is more important to care for mental or physical health?
4. 4. What healthy habits do you have?
5. 5. What foods are good for your health? How important is healthy food to staying
healthy?
6. 6. What are some things we can do in our daily lives to prevent heart disease?
7.
Yes, I’m a healthy person. I rarely get sick, maybe once a year
2. What are the best ways to avoid getting sick?
Building a healthy lifestyle. For example, We should eat clean food: Fruits,
vegetables,… do more exercise, drink more water every day, wash your hands frequently,
avoid close contact with sick people, keep your immune system strong and get enough
sleep.
3. What is more important to care for mental or physical health?
Both mental and physical health are important. For example: Poor mental health
can lead to negative thinking, low energy levels, mood changes, stress... Poor physical
health can cause pain, discomfort, weakness, and reduced functioning. Therefore, it is
important to care for both aspects of your health by following a healthy lifestyle that
includes eating well, exercising regularly, and sleeping enough.
4. What healthy habits do you have?
I have always been aware of the importance of healthy habits, so I made a plan for
myself. I try to go to bed early, do more exercise, eat vitamin foods and drink a lot of
water… But sometimes I still have bad habits such as: I always use smartphone every
day, I don’t concentrate on my work, eat fastfoods and skip breakfast… I hope in the near
future, I will try to limit bad habits to have a healthy lifestyle
5. What foods are good for your health? How important is healthy food to staying
healthy?
I think that the foods are good for our health are: Fruits, vegetables, fishes,… A
reasonable diet will develop physically, improve health, reduce the risk of diseases and
prolong life
6. What are some things we can do in our daily lives to prevent heart disease?
To prevent heart disease, you should adopt a healthy lifestyle. This includes regular
exercise, maintaining a balanced diet with a focus on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, avoiding
smoking. Additionally, it is important to maintain a healthy body weight and visit a healthcare
professional regularly for check-ups and screenings.
Part 2: Conversation (3 – 4 minutes/pair)
Student A: You have been experiencing some health issues recently. You go to consult a
health expert to share your health issues and seek advice.
Student B: You are a certified health expert working at the university’s medical clinic.
Ask Student B about his/her health problems, symptoms, and any concerns he/she has,
and provide any guidance/ support to help Student A address his/her health problems
effectively.
Requirement: Practice the Speaking skill “Keeping the conversation going” in the
Conversation
Student A: Hello, I have an appointment with you today. I’m feeling unwell lately and I need
some advices
Student B: Hi, I’m Student B, a certified health expert at the university’s medical clinic. What
are your health issues and how long have you been experiencing them?
Student A: Well, I have been feeling tired for the past two weeks. I also have headaches. I can’t
concentrate on my studies or enjoy my hobbies.
Student B: I’m sorry to hear that. Have you taken any medication or seen any doctor before
coming here?
Student A: No, I haven’t. I thought it was just stress or lack of sleep, but it doesn’t seem to get
better.
Student B: I see. Do you have any allergies, chronic diseases, or family history of any medical
conditions?
Student A: No, not that I know of.
Student B: OK. Do you smoke, drink alcohol, or use any drugs?
Student A: No, I don’t.
Student B: Good. How about your diet and exercise habits? Do you eat well and stay active?
Student A: Well, not really. I usually skip breakfast and eat junk food for lunch and dinner. I
don’t have time or energy to cook or do exercise.
Student B: Hmm, that’s not good for your health. Your symptoms could be caused by poor
nutrition, dehydration, or low blood sugar. You need to eat a balanced diet that includes fruits,
vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats. You also need to drink plenty of water
and avoid caffeine and sugar. These foods and drinks can help you feel more energetic and
prevent nausea and headaches.
Student A: Really? I didn’t know that. How much water should I drink a day?
Student B: You should aim for at least eight glasses of water a day, or more if you exercise or
sweat a lot.
Student A: OK, I’ll try to drink more water. What about exercise? How much should I do?
Student B: You should aim for at least 30 to 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity most
days of the week2. Exercise can help you maintain a healthy weight and lower your blood
pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels. It can also boost your mood and reduce stress,
Student A: I see. What kind of exercise do you recommend?
Student B: You can choose any exercise that you enjoy and suit your preferences and abilities.
You can do aerobic exercises such as walking, jogging, cycling, or swimming. You can also join
a sports team or a fitness class at the university if you like.
Student A: OK, thank you for the suggestions. I’ll try to find some time and motivation to
exercise more. Thank you for listening and understanding.
Student B: My pleasure. I hope you feel better soon. If you need more assistance or follow-up,
please don’t hesitate to contact me again or visit the medical clinic anytime.

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Part 1: Short talk (2 minutes/ individual)

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