Describe an interesting or unusual thing you do in your spare time.
What kinds of things do families in Vietnam do together in their leisure time?
According to Vietnamese culture, people always respect the family reunions and the time they spend together. There are many fun activities they can do together, such as going for picnics to rural areas, having meals together in the home or in a restaurant, or simply enjoying a drive in the car. Visiting family relations who live far away is another popular activity, because maintaining the familyties is very important.
Why it is important for people to have time for leisure activities?
It is essential for everybody to spend time relaxing in order to keep a balance between their daily life and work. Having time for leisure activities such as playing sports or watching favorite films allows people to release stress and feel happy. Moreover, taking part in leisure activities will help to improve people's health, including their mental and physical health, and reduce risks of illness in the long run; as a result, after that they will be in the best health and frame of mind to work productively.
How do people in Vietnam spend their leisure time, for example, after school, after work or at weekends?
People in my country choose different ways to relax depending on the groups of people and their personal preference. For instance, most energetic students or adolescents prefer outdoor activities like playing football or cycling after a long day at school. Adults, as a rule, tend to spend free time enjoying various kinds of recreation such as watching films, listening to music or hanging out with friends. In addition, they may go for picnics or have parties or family reunions at weekends.
What types of leisure activities may become more popular in the future?
Personally, I think countryside recreation such as hiking, camping or horse riding will become increasingly popular in the long run. Nowadays, most people are under a lot of pressure at work and the fast pace of city life, so in order to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city and release stress, they may like to experience the peaceful atmosphere of the countryside. These things will make them feel better and work more productively when they return after their break.
How do you think science and technology has changed people's lives in Vietnam in the past few years?
Recently, Vietnamese people's lives have been changed significantly due to the development of science and technology. People can easily keep in touch with their friends and relatives by using smart phones and social networks such as Skype or Facebook, regardless of distance. They can also access the new world right in their home by watching TV, videos about other countries and their cultures. However, the downside of science and technology is that this may make people gradually become selfish and addicted to electronic devices.
Compare the way men spend their leisure time and the way women spend their leisure time.
Regarding gender, men and women have different preferences in their free time. Generally, active men tend to play sports or work out at the gym whenever they have time, to keep in shape and bulk up muscles. Women, on the other hand, may prefer going shopping, cooking for their families or seeing their friends.
Compare how adults spend their leisure time with how children spend their leisure time.
There are obvious dissimilarities between the ways children and adults make use of their free time. Children prefer leisure activities which bring a lot of fun such as playing video games, sports, going outside or playing with their friends. Conversely, adults tend to do things for relaxation such as hanging out with friends or just lying down and taking a nap.
Describe an interesting or unusual thing you do in your spare time. You should say: What it is. Who you would like to do it with. How often you do it. Explain why you feel about it.
Well, I am kind of a workaholic. I am so caught up in my work on a daily basis that I do not have too much time to relax after a long working day. Listening to music is the only thing that I really want to do to relax at home. There are a few things that I normally try to do to wind down, but listening to music is how I usually like to spend my free time. Because my work takes almost all the time during the day, I want to make the most of my evening by creating a cozy atmosphere for myself and just put my feet up. When I stay home, I like to dim the lights, turn on some soft music and enjoy myself for the rest of the evening. Soft light and sounds help me to chill out pretty well. I also enjoy grabbing a favourite book and relaxing in a big comfy chair with a blanket and my pet cat on my lap, while listening to music in the background. It works wonders. I find it therapeutic and relaxing when I take a little time for myself to play an inspirational song to unwind. You see, you don't have to waste a lot of time and money in order to have a restful evening. If I take some days off, I will go for a short holiday to get away from all the pressures. However, for the rest of the days when I have finished my work already, listening to music is my preferred choice. That is wonderful for me, and so I do not see myself changing my habit any time soon.
Would you say that people have enough leisure time today?
Yes, I think so. Thanks to the advances in technology, such as computers and mobiles, people are able to do their work more quickly and effectively. Therefore, they can save a huge amount of time, which they can then use to relax and enjoy life. For example, employees can work and send documents to the company using e-mails without going to the workplace. Consequently, they will have more time for themselves, their family and friends.