Academic/General Training Module by Adam Smith First Published in 2015

 IELTS
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Have a look at the answers below. It is a good example of how to do IELTS 
Speaking Part 1. 
Remember, Part 1 is supposed to be easy. You should give short, simple 
answers. The speaker speaks clearly, answers the questions directly, and 
doesn't hesitate before answering. Her answers sound natural and she makes 
almost no mistakes. 
Here are the first 4 questions and answers: 
Do you work or are you a student? 
I work and I'm studying English as well. 
And what's your job? 
I work in hairdressing and I do manicure, I do nails. I work part-time. 
How long have you done this job? 
I've been doing this job for almost one year. 
Do you like it? 
Actually, I don't like it very much. The part that I like is that I can communicate 
with people. 
Answering the topics you are not interested in 
How do you answer questions about a topic that you are not interested in? For 
example, many people have no interest in dancing, so what should they say? 
The best advice: just tell the truth. It's fine to say you don't like something. 
Read the examples below: 
1. Do you like dancing? 
No, I don't like dancing. I'm not a big music fan, and dancing just makes me feel 
uncomfortable and self-conscious. 
2. Has anyone ever taught you to dance? 
No, I've never been interested in learning to dance, so I've never taken any 
lessons or asked anyone to show me how to do it. 
3. Do you think that traditional dancing will be popular in the future? 

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 IELTS
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I'm afraid I have no idea because I don't follow what's happening in the 
dancing world! I suppose it will always be popular with some people. 
5 Simple Rules