TOPIC 4 ENTERTAINMENT
Đoạn hội thoại: “Weekend Entertainment Plans”
- Hey Josh, have you seen the new movie everyone’s talking about?
- You mean The Night Runner? Yeah, I caught it last night. It totally lived up to the hype.
- Nice! I’ve been dying to watch something good. I’m so bored of scrolling through random stuff on streaming platforms.
- I know the feeling. These days, I either binge-watch a whole series or end up watching nothing at all.
- Same here. I’ve been meaning to check out that live music venue downtown. They’ve got some great local bands playing this weekend
- That sounds fun! I haven’t been to a gig in ages. I miss the atmosphere — it’s just not the same as listening at home.
- Exactly. And grabbing dinner after a show sounds like a perfect night out.
- Count me in. It’s about time we did something different — break the routine a bit.
- Awesome! I’ll send you the details later.
🔍 Collocations & Phrases used (in context):
- see a movie
(đi xem phim) - lived up to the hype idiom
(đúng như kỳ vọng) - streaming platforms
(nền tảng xem phim online, Netflix, etc.) - binge-watch a series
(xem liên tục một loạt phim) - check out a place/event
(khám phá, trải nghiệm) - live music venue
(địa điểm biểu diễn nhạc sống) - local bands
(các ban nhạc địa phương) - go to a gig
(đi xem nhạc sống) - grab dinner
(đi ăn tối, thân mật) - a night out
(một buổi tối đi chơi ngoài) - break the routine idiom
(thay đổi thói quen lặp lại)
❓ 6 Câu hỏi phổ biến – Chủ đề “Entertainment”
1. What do you usually do for entertainment?
- I usually watch movies or chill with a good TV show.
- I enjoy going out with friends — dinner and a show is always fun.
- Sometimes I listen to music or attend live performances.
- When I have time, I read novels or play video games to unwind.
2. Do you prefer watching movies at home or in the cinema?
- I love the cinema experience — the big screen, the sound, the vibe.
- Watching at home is more comfortable and budget-friendly.
- It depends on the movie — action films are better on the big screen.
- I enjoy both, but I go to the cinema for something really special.
3. What kind of music do you enjoy listening to?
- I’m really into indie and acoustic music lately.
- I have a soft spot for classic rock — it never gets old.
- I usually listen to chill playlists while working.
- I like a bit of everything, depending on my mood.
4. How do you usually spend your weekends for fun?
- I hang out with friends, maybe go to a café or catch a movie.
- I often binge-watch a series I’ve been following.
- I like attending local events — art shows or concerts.
- Sometimes I just stay in and relax with music or a book.
5. Have your entertainment habits changed over time?
- Definitely. I used to go out a lot more, but now I prefer staying in.
- I spend less time on social media and more time reading.
- I’ve gotten into podcasts recently — they’re great on the go.
- I now prefer calm and relaxing activities over loud concerts.
6. What form of entertainment would you like to try in the future?
- I’d love to go to a music festival — the energy seems amazing.
- I’ve always wanted to try improv theatre or a comedy show.
- Maybe take part in a dance class — it looks like fun.
- I’d like to travel for concerts and see international artists live.