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a masterpiece
of classic fiction
the
complete
unabridged edition
hardback
version
paperback version
illustrated edition
the
narrative style
the pilot based on four
central
characters
Grammar Point
Use a mix of past tenses:
The book has been reprinted hundreds of times; It was originally written hundreds
of years ago.
When I first read it, I had already seen the TV production of the story.
Media 6: A song or piece of music
Describe a son or piece of music that you like
You should say:
What the song or piece of music is
When you first heard it
Why you like it
Whether it is popular in your country
Suggestion
It is quite difficult to describe to a pop song. An easier choice would be the
Vietnamese national anthem (the National Song).
Uncommon Vocabulary
It was originally composed by…
The lyric are very patriotic.
It has a very catchy tune ( The song is very memorable ).
It is usually performed by a full orchestra.
Grammar point
Try to use some past tenses:
I used to hear it every day at school.
It was written about 50 years ago.
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