Ielts speaking strategies

Would you prefer to live somewhere else? (Why?)

Answer: For now, I'm happy living here. But at some point when I get old, I'd probably like to live in a place with a warmer climate, and many beautiful natural landscapes including beaches.

Is your hometown suitable for young people to live in?

Answer: Definitely yes, Ho Chi Minh City is a perfect place for young people to live in simply because it has lots of things for young generation to enjoy, such as sports facilities, gyms, schools, hospitals, public transport, and even leisure facilities.

MUSIC TOPIC

Do you like music?
Answer: Definitely yes. Music is my cup of tea. I love pop, hip hop, rock, and classical music mainly because it can cheer me up greatly when I feel bored or tired. I usually listen to music from my earphones when I’m traveling from place to place.
Somebody’s cup of tea: means what somebody likes or is interested in.

How often do you usually listen to music?

Answer: Almost every day. Normally, I listen to music whenever I feel bored or depressed. I have favorite different playlists that can help me get into a particular mood whenever I feel down. Also, I like listening to music when I can’t go to sleep, I like to listen to some light music to calm myself down.

What kinds of music do you like?

Answer: When it comes to music, yes, I am a big fan of all types of films, such as pop, hip hop, rock, and classical music. I love listening to music simply because
it can cheer myself up/ amuse myself/ relax myself/ release my pressure.

“FILM TOPIC”

Do you like watching films?
Answer: Absolutely yes, I enjoy watching all types of films, such as romance, action, comedy, sci-fi, and cartoon. Normally when I want to relax, or have some fun I am really keen on watching films at cinemas since it has a better atmosphere with better sounds and visual effects.

What kinds of films do you like best?/ What’s your favorite film?

Answer: Comedies are my favorite kinds of films. I love this genre simply becaus it can make me laugh and amuse myself when I feel bored.

How often do you watch films?

Answer: Normally, I enjoy watching films at cinemas when I am available during weekends. I like to watch a film with my friends so we could share a good time together, and afterward we will talk about the movie, whether we enjoyed it or not.

Do you prefer to watch films in the cinema or at home?

Answer 1: I prefer to watch movies at the cinema simply because it offers me an exciting atmosphere with better sound system and visual effects, so I could be more deeply involved in the film.
Answer 2: Mostly, I have a fancy for watching films at home simply because I can choose any movie I want to enjoy and I can watch it in my leisure time.
Moreover, I can switch it off or switch channels when I feel uninterested. It is so convenient.

OTHER TOPICS

Do you like dancing?
Answer: Definitely yes, I am really keen on dancing. After a hard day at work, I often dance in a dance studio/ gym. I love dancing mainly because it is a great way to exercise my body and that keeps my body fit.

Do you like traveling ?

Answer: Definitely yes, traveling is my most favorite. When I am free from study/when I am off work, I like to travel to different places with family members or my best friends. I love traveling simply because it brings me a lot of benefits. Particularly I can broaden my horizon. For example, I can meet different people from different places, try different food, and even learn different languages and cultures.

Do You Prefer To Travel Alone Or With Others?

Answer 1: Well, I definitely would rather travel with a group of friends simply because I would like to share many things, such as accommodation, transport and even laughter with my mates during the trip. It is much more fun and enjoyable. We can discover new things, try different foods, meet different people, and explore different places together. If I travel alone, I suppose I will be lonely and I may be even helpless when I am into trouble. So traveling in a group of friends is my preference.
Answer 2: I would prefer to travel alone. If I travel with a group, I may waste a lot time to wait for the entire group to be ready and complete everything. As a result, I will have less time to meet and make friends with different people when we eat and sightsee together. However, when I travel alone, I can plan the trip by myself, I will have more opportunities to discover new places, people and customs by myself. I can spend more time looking for and making friends with either other tourists or locals during my trip. Particularly, I will be able to decide to do whatever I like without depending on others.

What is your favourite transport?

Answer: Although there is a variety of transport choices such as buses, taxies, trains, subways, so on, my favorite way to travel is by plane, because it’s quick and convenient, it is more punctual than other means of transport.

How do you like to travel for a long-distance trip?

Answer: Personally speaking, I would choose airplane as my priority for a long- distance trip simply because then it doesn’t take me so long to get to my destination. Obviously, the airplane is the fastest way of transport, and I don’t want to waste my valuable time on the trip.

Do you have a driving license?

Answer: Yes, I got my driving license since I was 20 years old, and I am planning to buy a new car for my travel next month.

Do you prefer to be a driver or a passenger ?

Answer: Generally speaking, I would rather be a passenger mainly because it makes me less stressful and nervous. I don’t need to pay my attention to the traffic, and I can spend time doing something like reading books or listening to music on my phone.