Hometown, Towns & Cities Part 1 Where did you grow up?
Was it a good place for children to grow up?
Where did you usually play?
Who did you usually play with?
Part 2 Describe a city that you have visited.
You should say:
• what city it is
• when you went there
• why you went there
and explain what you liked or disliked about the city.
Part 3 - What are the advantages of living in a city or a big town?
- Do people enjoy a better quality of life in the city or in the
countryside?
- What are some of the challenges facing towns and cities?
- What can be done to reduce traffic congestion in cities?
- How important is it to have trees and parks in our cities?
- In your experience, are city centres usually attractive
places?
Family Part 1 Do you have a large or a small family?
Who are you most similar to in your family?
Do you prefer to go out with family or friends?
When did you last celebrate a special event with your
family?
Part 2 Describe someone in your family who you really admire.
You should say:
• who they are
• what relation they are to you
• how often you see them
and explain why you admire this person.
Part 3 - In what ways have families in your country changed in the
past 20 years?
- Should husbands and wives have different roles within the
family?
- What conflicts can arise within a family?
- What role do grandparents play in the family in your
country?
- In what ways might the lives of elderly people be different
in the future?
- Who do you think should be responsible for the care of
the elderly, the family or the government?
People & Relationships Part 1 How well do you know the people who live next door to you?
How often do you see each other?
What kind of relationship do you have?
Have you ever had a problem with a neighbour?
Part 2 Describe a person you know who is kind.
You should say:
• who it is
• how you know this person
• what sort of person they are
and explain why you think they are kind.
Part 3 - What types of relationships, other than with friends or
family, are important in people’s lives?
- Do you think it is important for people to spend time alone?
- What is the attitude towards marriage in your country?
- How have attitudes towards marriage changed in the past
50 years?
- Do most young people in your country plan on getting
married?
- In your opinion, should couples be allowed to get
divorced?