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1.Provide a brief description about London. How is
London similar to or different from the captital of your own country?
-London is the capital of England. It is know simply as 'the City'
which is the business and financial heart of the United
Kingdom. Also, it is the home for the headquarters of all
government departments, the Parliament, and the monarch.(nó
là nơi đặt trụ sở của tất cả các cơ quan chính phủ, Quốc hội và quốc vương.)
-London and Hanoi is that both cities have a rich history and
cultural heritage that has been shaped by centuries of experience and tradition.
There are also many differences between the two cities. First,
London’s population is a much larger city than Hanoi ‘s
population. Additionally, London is a major financial, economic,
and political center, while Hanoi is primarily a cultural and
administrative hub. The two cities also differ in terms of their
architecture, cuisine, climate, transportation, and lifestyle.
2. What are your general impressions of British people
based on what you have studied in British culture?
British people are polite, reserved, and humorous. In addition,
they are also famous for their love of tea, football, and pub
culture. Punctuality is highly valued in British society, and it is
considered rude to arrive late without a good reason. And with
social status traditionally being determined by factors such as
family background, education, and wealth.
3. Would you say that people in your country are more
or less enthusiastic about university education than
they are in Britain? Explain your answer.
It seems to me that people in Vietnam are less enthusiastic
about university education than they are in Britain. In Britain,
compulsory education is up to the age of 16. 2/3 of students
choose to attend A-Levels and go on to college. With Britain’s
newfound enthusiasm for continuing education and because
the general level of unemployment is now high, far fewer
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to. In Vietnam, despite the government’s efforts in promoting
education in recent years, the university education attendance
rate is still low, at 28.3% according to a 2019 report. After
leaving high school, students often take part in vocational
courses or find a job straight away if they are not admitted to college.
4. Describe the British monarchy and its role in British society?
* The British monarchy is a constitutional monarchy, which
means that the monarch's role is mainly ceremonial and
symbolic, with limited formal powers. The current monarch of
the United Kingdom is King Charles III.
* The role of the monarch
-The personal embodiment of the government
-A final check on a government that was becoming dictatorial: Royal assent to bills
-Performing the ceremonial duties so that the government has
more time for the actual job of running the country
5. What are the main political parties in the UK? How
does the system differ from that in your country?
The main political parties in the UK are the Conservative Party,
Labour Party, Liberal Democrats ,the Green Party, and Scottish
National Party. While the UK has a multi-party system,
Vietnam's political system is tightly controlled by the Communist Party.
6. In Britain, what are the public services that a local
government offers the community?
Local government in Britain provides a range of public services
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Collection and Recycling, Planning and Development Control,
Public Transportation, Libraries and Museums.
7. How do you explain the popularity of the different
types of housing in Britain? Are the same types popular in your country?
The popularity of different types of housing in Britain can be
explained by a combination of factors, including historical
housing trends, availability of land, location, and affordability.
Both countries have significant differences for example, in
Vietnam, owning a house or villa is often viewed as a symbol of
status and financial success, whereas in the UK, the preference
for detached and semi-detached houses may reflect a desire for
a traditional family home with a garden.
8. Do the different social classes in your country
differentiate themselves in the same way as they do the
Britain? Do language, accent, clothes, money, habits and
attitudes play the same roles in yoru country?
The differentiation of social classes in Vietnam may not follow
the same patterns as in Britain. In Vietnam, social classes are
often defined by factors such as occupation, education, income,
and family background. Language and accent can play a role in
distinguishing social classes, but the influence may not be as
clear as in Britain. Clothes and appearance can indicate social
status to some extent, but the emphasis on specific fashion
trends may not be as significant. Money and wealth certainly
contribute to social distinctions. Habits and attitudes can vary
among social classes, but the cultural context and values in
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9. Local government in Britain is responsible for most of
the things that affect people in everyday life. So why do
you think few people bother to vote in an local election?
There could be several reasons why few people bother to vote
in local elections in Britain, despite local government being
responsible for most of the things that affect people in
everyday life consists of Low visibility and awareness ; Lack of
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