Being Busy
- Are you busier now than when you were a child?
- When was the last time you were busy?
- Do you prefer to be busy?
- Would you be busier in the future?
Break
- How often do you take a break?
- Why do you need to take a break?
- What do you usually do when you are resting?
- Do you take a nap when you rest?
Old People
- Have you ever worked with old people?
- Are you comfortable working with people who are older than you?
- What are the advantages of working with older adults?
Staying Up Late
- Do you often stay up late?
- Did you stay up late when you were a kid?
- What do you do when you stay up late?
- What does it feel like the following day when you stay up late?
Thank You
- Have you ever sent a thank-you card to others?
- Do people in your country often express gratitude by saying ‘thank you’?
- On what occasions do people typically say ‘thank you’?
Doing Something Well
- Do you have an experience where you did something well?
- Do you have an experience where your teacher thought you did a good job?
- Do you often tell your friends when they do something well?
Art
- Are you good at art?
- Did you learn art at school when you were a child?
- What kind of art do you like?
- Is art popular in your country?
- Have you ever been to an art gallery?
- Do you think children can benefit from going to art galleries?
School
- Are there any rules for students at your school?
- Do you think students would benefit more from more rules?
- Do you have a teacher who does their job very well?
Degree/ Studying
- What is your major?
- What are you planning to do after your studies?
- Do you want to change your major?
- Do you prefer to study in the mornings or the afternoons?
- Are you looking forward to working?
- How much time do you spend on your studies each week?
- What changes would you like to see in your school?
Public Places
- Have you ever spoken with someone you don’t know in a public place?
- Do you wear headphones in public places?
- Would you like to see more public places near where you live
Going Out
- Do you often go out in the evenings?
- What do you like to do when you go out?
- Do people in your country go out a lot?
- Do you prefer going out on your own or with friends?
- Where do most young people like to go out in your country?
Crowded Places
- Is the city where you live crowded?
- How do people feel crowded places?
- When was the last time you were in a crowded place?
Borrowing
- Have you borrowed books from others?
- Have you ever borrowed money from others?
- Do you like lending things to others?
- How do you feel when people fail to return items they borrow from you?
Describe an advertisement that introduced a product you have seen.
You should say:
- When and where you saw the advertisement
- What the product was
- How you liked the advertisement
- And explain how you felt about it
Part 3:
- Where do we often see advertisements?
- What are the benefits of advertising?
- Are advertisements good or bad for children?
- How does advertising affect people?
Describe an incident/situation when someone apologized to you.
You should say:
- what happened
- who apologized to you
- how you reacted
- and explain how you felt after the incident.
Part 3:
- Do you think people in your country apologize often?
- Why do some people find it hard to apologize?
- Do you think children should be taught to apologise from a young age?
Describe a time when the electricity suddenly went out at your home.
You should say:
- when it happened
- how long it lasted
- what you did during that time
- and explain how you felt about.
Part 3:
- How dependent are people today on electricity?
- What would life be like without electricity?
- Do you think governments should invest more in renewable energy?
Describe an article on health you read in a magazine or on the Internet.
You should say:
- What it was
- Where you read it
- Why you read it
- And how you felt about it
Part 3
- Do you think people are healthier now than in the past?
- How can you tell whether a website is reliable or not?
- What activities can the school organize to keep children fit?
- What can governments do to improve people’s health?
Describe an occasion when you lost your way.
You should say:
- where you were
- what happened
- how you felt about it
- and explain how you found your way.
Part 3:
- Why do some people get lost more easily?
- Do you think it is important to be able to read a map?
- Do you think it is important to prepare before traveling to new places?
- How can people find their way when they are lost?
Describe a person who cares about protecting the environment.
You should say:
- who the person is
- How you know about him/her
- What he/she does to protect the environment
- And explain how you feel about this person.
Part 3:
- What can people do to protect the environment?
- Do you think it’s important to protect the environment?
- What are the main environmental problems in your country?
- Can scientists do anything about the environment?
- Should children be given knowledge about protecting the environment in school?
- Do you think industries should take responsibility for the pollution they cause?
- Do you think nations must cooperate to protect the environment? Why?
Describe a good friend who is important to you.
You should say:
- who he/she is
- how/where you got to know him/her
- how long you have known each other
- and explain why he/she is important to you.
Part 3:
- Do you think children should have a few close friends or many?
- Do you think that can replace a child’s relationship with friends with other people, like parents or other family members?
Describe a traditional story from your country.
You should say:
- what the story is
- how you knew it
- when you knew it
- and explain why you like it
Part 3:
- Do you think traditional stories are important for children?
- How do people usually learn traditional stories in your country?
- Are traditional stories still popular today?
- Should schools teach traditional stories to students?
Describe a place with a lot of trees that you would like to visit (e.g., a forest, an oasis).
You should say:
- where it is
- how you knew this place
- what it is like
- and explain why you would like to visit it.
Part 3:
- Why do people like visiting places with trees or forests?
- Are natural views better than city views?
- Do all people need some nature?
- Are people hard-wired to protect the environment?
Describe a wild animal that you would like to learn more about.
You should say:
- what it is
- when you saw it
- where you saw it
- and explain why you want to know more about it.
Part 3:
- Why are some people more willing to protect wild animals than others?
- Do you think it’s important to take children to the zoo to see animals?
Describe a person you know who runs a family business.
You should say:
- who this person is
- how you knew him/her
- what family business he/she does
- and explain why he/she runs the family business.
Part 3:
- Do you think family businesses are common in your country?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of running a family business?
- Do you think family businesses will still be important in the future?
Describe a friend of yours who is good at music/singing.
You should say:
- who he/she is
- when/Where you listen to his/her music/singing
- what kind of music/songs he/she is good at
- and explain how you feel when listening to his music/singing
Part 3:
- Do you think musical talent is a natural gift or something people can develop?
- Why do people admire friends who are good at music?
- Do you think schools should encourage students to learn music?
Describe an interesting decision that you and your friend made together.
You should say:
- When and why you made the decision
- What the decision was about
- Why you made the decision together
- And explain why you think it was interesting.
Part 3:
- At what age do you think children can make decisions by themselves?
- What decisions can children make by themselves?
- What decisions do you often discuss with your friends?
- How do you feel about seeking advice from friends?
Describe someone you know who loves growing plants (e.g., vegetables, fruits, flowers, etc.)
You should say:
- who this person is
- what he/she grows
- where he/she grows them
- and explain why he/she enjoys growing plants.
Part 3:
- Are there many people growing their vegetables now?
- Do you think it’s a good idea to let kids learn how to plant?
- What do you think of the job of a farmer?
- What are the differences between traditional and modern agriculture?
Describe a trip you would like to take again.
You should say:
- where you will go again
- when you think it will be again
- what preparation you need for that trip
- and explain why you would like to take again.
Part 3:
- Do you think people enjoy returning to the same places, or do they prefer exploring new destinations?
- How has tourism changed compared to the past in your country?
- Do you think traveling frequently makes people wiser? Why or why not?
Describe a time when it was important to tell your friend the truth.
You should say:
- who your friend is
- what the truth was
- what your friends’ reaction was
- and explain why you think it was important to tell your friend the truth.
Part 3:
- Do you think we should always tell the truth?
- Should you tell the truth even if it hurts someone?
- Are there any situations people should not tell the truth?
- How do you know when others are telling lies?
