Dear Sarah,

I hope you are well.

a. At first, it was quite difficult, but I slowly finished a round basket.

b. It has two neat little handles and smells like dried grass.

c. Last Friday, our school had a special workshop about traditional handicrafts.

d. An old craftsman from our village taught us how to weave bamboo strips.

e. I am really proud of it because it is the very first handmade item I have ever made.

I took some photos of my work. Would you like me to send them?

All the best,

An

Dear Sir or Madam,

I am writing to ask for some information about your pottery workshop.

a. Could you please tell me your opening hours at the weekend?

b. Our class wants to learn about traditional handicrafts in Viet Nam this term.

c. Thank you for your assistance. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

d. We would like to visit your centre to see how local artisans make pots from clay.

e. Also, do you offer a special price or a discount for secondary school students?

Yours faithfully,

Nguyen Minh

Hi Minh,

Thanks for your lovely invitation!

a. I am very keen on traditional handicrafts, especially pottery from local villages.

b. I really want to see the colourful clay vases and bowls made by local craftsmen.

c. I would love to go to the ceramic exhibition with you this Saturday.

d. Shall we meet at nine o'clock outside the exhibition centre?

e. It's wonderful that people here still keep these crafts alive.

Let me know if that time works for you. See you soon!

All the best,

Jane

Dear Mr Evans,

I am writing to thank you for the wonderful youth event yesterday.

a. We even had a chance to try making our own simple craft products with the local artisans.

b. It gave teenagers a great opportunity to explore traditional handicrafts in Viet Nam, such as silk weaving and wood carving.

c. Thank you again for creating such a fun and meaningful day.

d. The cultural exchange at the community centre was really exciting for all of us.

e. This hands-on experience helped us appreciate our cultural heritage and feel proud of these traditional crafts.

Yours sincerely,

Tran Bao Ngoc

Dear Customer Service Team,

a. Instead of the green scarf I selected, I received a dark brown one.

b. I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with an item in my recent order.

c. Could you please let me know how I can exchange this item for the correct one before the weekend?

d. Last week, I ordered a dark green handmade woollen scarf as a birthday gift for my mum.

e. Although the parcel arrived in good condition yesterday, the product inside was incorrect.

Thank you for your assistance.

Best regards,

Tran Mai

Last September, I joined a volunteer trip to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with children in Ben Tre. __________

a. In the afternoon, our team gathered to make colorful star lanterns and prepare gift boxes of mooncakes.

b. Seeing their bright smiles made us forget all the tiredness from the long journey.

c. When night came, the local children happily received their lanterns and walked together under the full moon.

During my family trip to Hanoi, I visited Bat Trang village and saw many beautiful ceramic products. __________

a. A shop owner showed me a small bowl with blue fish on it, and I really liked its simple design.

b. I decided to buy the bowl because it was small, light, and easy to carry home.

c. Now, I often use it for soup at home, and it always reminds me of our family trip.

Early in the morning, many older people gather around Hoan Kiem Lake to exercise and get some fresh air. __________

a. This friendly and lively atmosphere makes the area around the lake a wonderful place to enjoy a healthy start to the day.

b. Around them, runners and people walking their dogs also smile and greet one another.

c. By the lake, they form small groups under the trees to practice Tai Chi together.

In the late afternoon, flower sellers display many large buckets of fresh flowers near the market gate. __________

a. Many people on their way home stop to choose some fresh flowers for their living rooms.

b. Inside the buckets, bright yellow daisies and lovely pink roses catch everyone's attention.

c. Carrying these colorful flowers home brings a peaceful and happy feeling after a busy day at work.

Last autumn, my brother and I decided to make a traditional star lantern for the Mid-Autumn Festival. __________

a. First, we tied thin bamboo sticks into a star frame and covered it with bright red paper.

b. Next, we placed a small candle inside so that the lantern could glow with a warm light.

c. Finally, we took the finished lantern outside and proudly walked around the village with our younger cousins.