中国本土トピック 1Part 1
Work or studies
- What subjects are you studying?
- Do you like your subject?
- Why did you choose to study that subject?
- Do you think that your subject is popular in your country?
- Do you have any plans for your studies in the next five years?
- What are the benefits of being your age?
- Do you want to change your major?
- Do you prefer to study in the mornings or in the afternoons?
- How much time do you spend on your studies each week?
- Are you looking forward to working?
- What technology do you use when you study?
- What changes would you like to see in your school?
- What work do you do?
- Why did you choose to do that type of work (or that job)?
- Do you like your job?
- What requirements did you need to meet to get your current job?
- Do you have any plans for your work in the next five years?
- What do you think is the most important at the moment?
- Do you want to change to another job?
- Do you miss being a student?
- What technology do you use at work?
- Who helps you the most? And how?
中国本土トピック 2Part 1
Home/accommodation
- What kind of house or apartment do you want to live in in the future?
- Are the transport facilities to your home very good?
- Do you prefer living in a house or an apartment?
- Please describe the room you live in.
- What part of your home do you like the most?
- How long have you lived there?
- Do you plan to live there for a long time?
- What's the difference between where you are living now and where you have lived in the past?
- Can you describe the place where you live?
- What room does your family spend most of the time in?
- What's your favorite room in your apartment or house?
- What makes you feel pleasant in your home?
- Do you think it is important to live in a comfortable environment?
- Do you live in an apartment or a house?
- Who do you live with?
- What do you usually do in your apartment?
- What kinds of accommodation do you live in?
中国本土トピック 3Part 1
Hometown
- Where is your hometown?
- Is that a big city or a small place?
- Please describe your hometown a little.
- How long have you been living there?
- Do you think you will continue living there for a long time?
- Do you like your hometown?
- Do you like living there?
- What do you like (most) about your hometown?
- Is there anything you dislike about it?
- What's your hometown famous for?
- Did you learn about the history of your hometown at school?
- Are there many young people in your hometown?
- Is your hometown a good place for young people to pursue their careers?
- Have you learned anything about the history of your hometown?
- Did you learn about the culture of your hometown in your childhood?
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The area you live in
- Do you like the area that you live in?
- Where do you like to go in that area?
- Do you know any famous people in your area?
- What are some changes in the area recently?
- Do you know any of your neighbors?
- Are the people in your neighborhood nice and friendly?
- Do you live in a noisy or a quiet area?
中国本土トピック 5Part 1
The city you live in
- What city do you live in?
- Do you like this city? Why?
- How long have you lived in this city?
- Are there big changes in this city?
- Is this city your permanent residence?
- Are there people of different ages living in this city?
- Are the people friendly in the city?
- Is the city friendly to children and old people?
- Do you often see your neighbors?
- What's the weather like where you live?
- Would you recommend your city to others?
中国本土トピック 6Part 1
Travelling
- Do you prefer to sit by the window when travelling?
- Did you have a long journey with your family as a child?
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Rubbish and recycling
- Did you recycle when you were a kid?
- Is waste sorting common in your country?
- How do you recycle things like paper and plastic?
- What do you do when you see rubbish on the street?
中国本土トピック 8Part 1
Tiredness
- What do you do when you feel tired?
- When would you feel tired?
- Do you often feel tired?
中国本土トピック 9Part 1
Shoes
- Which do you prefer, fashionable shoes or comfortable shoes?
- How much money do you usually spend on shoes?
- Have you ever bought shoes online?
- Do you like buying shoes? How often?
中国本土トピック 10Part 1
Politeness
- What did you do to show your politeness as a child?
- On what occasions should we be polite?
- Do you think being polite is very important?
- How did you learn to be polite as a child?
中国本土トピック 11Part 1
Fruit and vegetables
- Do people in your country like planting vegetables?
- Were there any kind of fruits and vegetables you disliked as a child?
- What kind of fruits and vegetables do you dislike?
- Where do you usually buy fruit and vegetables?
- How often do you eat fruit and vegetables?
中国本土トピック 12Part 1
Advertisement
- Do you often see advertisements when you are on your phone or computer?
- What kind of advertising do you like?
- Do you like advertisements?
- Do you see a lot of advertising on trains or other transport?
- Is there an advertisement that made an impression on you when you were a child?
中国本土トピック 13Part 1
Paper
- Do you carry paper and pens with you when you go out?
- Do people still keep handwritten letters today?
- Do you still write physical letters?
- What did you like to do with paper as a child?
- Have you made any crafts with paper?
中国本土トピック 14Part 1
Secondary school
- Is there anything you miss about your secondary school?
- What was your favourite subject at secondary school?
- Were there any subjects that you found difficult at secondary school?
- Do you remember your first day at secondary school?
中国本土トピック 15Part 1
Name
- Do you often forget people's names?
- How do you feel when people can't remember your name?
- How do you remember people's names?
- Is it easy for you to remember people's names?
中国本土トピック 16Part 1
Music
- Do you prefer sad or happy music?
- Does happy music make you feel more excited?
- Have you taken any music classes?
- Do you listen to music while doing other things?
中国本土トピック 17Part 1
Teachers
- Do you have a favorite teacher?
- Do you want to be a teacher in the future?
- Do you have a teacher from your past that you still remember?
- Are you still in touch with your primary school teachers?
- In what way has your favourite teacher helped you?
- Do you like your primary school teachers more than your high school teachers?
中国本土トピック 18Part 1
Social media
- Have you ever posted anything on social media?
- When did you start using social media?
- Do you think you spend too much time on social media?
- Do your friends use social media?
- What do people often do on social media?
中国本土トピック 19Part 1
Tidiness
- Do you like to keep things tidy?
- Did you keep your room tidy as a child?
- How do you keep your work or study space tidy?
- Do you think that it is necessary to be tidy?
中国本土トピック 20Part 1
Websites
- What kinds of websites do you often visit?
- What is your favourite website?
- Are there any changes to the websites you often visit?
- What kinds of websites are popular in your country?
- Do you prefer getting information from websites or books?
- Would you like to have your own website?
- What have you learned from websites that help with your life or studies?
中国本土トピック 21Part 1
Watch
- Do you wear a watch?
- Have you ever got a watch as a gift?
- Why do some people wear expensive watches?
- Do you think it is important to wear a watch? Why?
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Shopping
- Do you like shopping?
- How often do you go shopping?
- Do you prefer online shopping or in-store shopping?
- Have you ever returned anything you bought online?
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Cars
- Did you enjoy traveling by car when you were a kid?
- What types of cars do you like?
- Do you prefer to be a driver or a passenger?
- What do you usually do when there is a traffic jam?
- Do you think car colours are important?
- Will you buy an expensive car in the future?
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Public gardens and parks
- Did you like going to parks as a child?
- Do you still like going to parks now?
- Would you like to see more parks in your city?
- Are there any parks you want to go to in the future?
- Would you prefer to play in a personal garden or public garden?
- How are the parks today different from those you visited as a kid?
- What do you like to do when visiting a park?
- Would you like to play in a public garden or park?
中国本土トピック 25Part 1
Science
- Do you like science?
- When did you start to learn about science?
- Which science subject is interesting to you?
- What kinds of interesting things have you done with science?
- Do you like watching science TV programs?
- Do Chinese people often visit science museums?
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Mirrors
- Do you like looking at yourself in the mirror? How often?
- Have you ever bought mirrors?
- Do you usually take a mirror with you?
- Would you use mirrors to decorate your room?
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Outer space and stars
- Have you ever learnt about outer space and stars?
- Do you like science fiction movies? Why?
- Do you want to know more about outer space?
- Do you want to go into outer space in the future?
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Singing
- Do you like singing? Why?
- Have you ever learnt how to sing?
- Who do you want to sing for?
- Do you think singing can bring happiness to people?
- Do you like listening to others singing?
- Have you ever taken a singing class?
中国本土トピック 29Part 1
Clothing
- What kind of clothes do you like to wear?
- Do you prefer to wear comfortable and casual clothes or smart clothes?
- Do you like wearing T-shirts?
- Do you spend a lot of time choosing clothes?
- Do you wear different styles of clothes on weekdays and weekends?
- What colour clothes do you like?
中国本土トピック 30Part 1
Jokes & Comedies
- Are you good at telling jokes?
- Do your friends like to tell jokes?
- Do you like to watch comedies?
- Have you ever watched a live show?
- Are comedy shows popular in your country?
中国本土トピック 31Part 1
Headphones
- Do you use headphones?
- What type of headphones do you use?
- When would you use headphones?
- In what conditions would you not use headphones?
- Is wearing headphones comfortable?
中国本土トピック 32Part 1
Feeling bored
- Do you often feel bored?
- Did you ever find school boring when you were a child?
- What sort of things do you find most boring now?
- What do you do to stop yourself feeling bored?
- When would you feel bored?
- What do you do when you feel bored?
- Do you think childhood is boring or adulthood is boring?
中国本土トピック 33Part 2 / Part 3
A time you made an important decision and were happy with the result
- Describe a time you made an important decision and were happy with the result
- You should say:
- What the decision was
- Why you made the decision
- How easy it was for you to make the decision
- And explain why you were happy with the result
- Which is better, to make a decision quickly or slowly?
- Do you think most people's decisions are made in their 20s?
- What if people in a group have different opinions on a decision?
- What little decisions do people make every day?
- Do you think it is a good idea to make a small decision every day?
- How can we tell the difference between an important and an easy decision?
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A person you know who did something difficult and was successful
- Describe a person you know who did something difficult and was successful
- You should say:
- Who this person is
- What difficult thing this person did
- Why this person was successful
- And explain how you feel about this person
- In which sectors are companies more likely to succeed in China?
- Is it easy to start up a company?
- Other than making money, what is more important for a company?
- Does money equal success?
- How can companies help protect the environment?
- Is it difficult to do business in today's world?
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A happy person you know
- Describe a happy person you know
- You should say:
- Who this person is
- What he/she is like
- How he/she shows happiness
- And explain why you think he/she is a happy person
- When do you think people are happiest?
- How can the arts spread positive emotions in society?
- Do you think teachers are able to spot the unhappy children?
- Should teachers know what children are doing all the time?
- What would make a student happy at school?
- Do you think doing a job that you like is more important than other things?
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A time you watched a famous person being interviewed
- Describe a time you watched a famous person being interviewed
- You should say:
- Who the famous person was
- What the interview was about
- When and where you watched the interview
- And explain how you felt about the interview
- What should people wear to a job interview?
- Why do we need to attend interviews when applying for jobs?
- What should people do to prepare for a job interview?
- Why do some people think interviews are a waste of time?
- Why do some people dislike being interviewed?
- What kinds of people are usually interviewed?
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A person you know who is very organized
- Describe a person you know who is very organized
- You should say:
- Who this person is
- What this person usually does to stay organized
- In what situations you have noticed this quality
- And explain why you think being organized is important to him/her
- Do you think it is important for managers to be well organized?
- Should parents teach their children to be organized?
- What can people do to become more organized?
- Are organized people more likely to be successful at work or in their studies?
- Do you think children should learn to be organized from a young age?
- Why is it important for people to be organized?
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A noisy place you have been to
- Describe a noisy place you have been to
- You should say:
- Where it is
- When you went there
- What you did there
- And explain why you feel it's a noisy place
- How can people consider others' feelings when chatting in public?
- How would people usually respond to noises in your country?
- Which area is exposed to noise more, the city or the countryside?
- What kinds of noises are there in our life?
- Should children not be allowed to make noise under any circumstances?
- Do you think it is good for children to make noise?
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A natural place in your city that you enjoy visiting
- Describe a natural place in your city that you enjoy visiting
- You should say:
- Where it is
- What it is like
- How often you go there
- Who you often go there with
- And explain why you enjoy visiting there
- Which is more important, protecting the environment or developing the economy?
- Do you think staying in a natural place would help change people's mood?
- Do you think there should be many natural places in cities?
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A time when you saved money to buy something special
- Describe a time when you saved money to buy something special
- You should say:
- What the special thing was
- Why you wanted to buy it
- How you saved money for it
- And explain how you felt after buying it
- Should people spend time on charity, or just money?
- What kind of things do people usually save money for?
- Is it easier to spend money or save money?
- Do you think it is easier to teach teenagers how to manage money when they are around 16 or 17 years old?
- Should parents teach their children to spend money freely or to save money?
- Should schools teach children how to manage money from a young age?
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A new skill you learned when you were a child
- Describe a new skill you learned when you were a child
- You should say:
- What the skill was
- Who taught you this skill
- How you learned it
- And explain how you felt about learning the skill
- Is it important for everyone to have a specialized skill?
- Can a child learn skills from another child?
- Do you think it is easier for children to learn new skills than for adults?
- What are the differences between the way adults learn and the way children learn?
- What are the differences between learning in a group and learning by yourself?
- What skills should children learn before they go to school?
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A person you know who really likes taking photos
- Describe a person you know who really likes taking photos
- You should say:
- Who the person is
- When and how you got to know him/her
- Where he/she takes photos
- And explain how you feel about him/her
- Why are some people keen on taking photos?
- What kind of photos do people often take?
- Do you think it is okay to take photos everywhere?
- Why do tourists like taking photos while they are travelling?
- Some people do not mind others walking into their shots when they are taking photos. What do you think?
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Someone who is older than you that you admire
- Describe someone who is older than you that you admire
- You should say:
- Who this person is
- How you knew this person
- What kinds of things you like to do together
- And explain how you feel about this person
- What do old people usually do in their daily life?
- Why is there a generation gap between the young and the old?
- Has old people's life quality improved when compared to the past?
- What can young and old people learn from each other?
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A time when someone talked about something you were not interested in but you kept listening
- Describe a time when someone talked about something you were not interested in but you kept listening
- You should say:
- Who the person was
- What he/she talked about
- Why you kept listening
- And explain how you felt about the experience
- How can we tell if a listener is listening carefully?
- What would happen if the listener didn't listen carefully?
- What kind of topics do young people like to talk about today?
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A time when you received good service in a shop/store
- Describe a time when you received good service in a shop/store
- You should say:
- Where the shop is
- When you went to the shop
- What service you received from the staff
- And explain how you felt about the service
- Can consumption drive economic growth?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of shopping online?
- What are the differences between online shopping and in-store shopping?
- Why do some people not like shopping in small shops?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of shopping in small shops?
- Why are shopping malls so popular in China?
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A person who is good at making things by hand
- Describe a person who is good at making things by hand
- You should say:
- Who this person is
- What he/she makes
- What materials or technologies he/she uses
- And why you think this person is good at making things by hand
- Does art, like music or theater, have an impact on society?
- Is it good to have creative people in a team?
- What impact can artistic buildings have on society?
- Do children these days still like doing arts and crafts?
- Why do some children enjoy making things by hand?
- Do you think art classes are important for children?
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An enjoyable evening you had with your friends
- Describe an enjoyable evening you had with your friends
- You should say:
- When and where it was
- What you did
- Who you spent the evening with
- And explain why it was enjoyable
- What are the differences between young people's leisure time activities and those of old people?
- What can we do to bring family members closer together?
- How do people get along in a big family?
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An activity you do regularly that you think is a waste of time
- Describe an activity you do regularly that you think is a waste of time
- You should say:
- What it is
- When you usually do it
- Why you do it
- And explain why you think it is a waste of time
- Why do some people refuse to abide by rules?
- What kinds of things make people feel pressured?
- Will you continue doing something when you are aware that it's a waste of time?
- How do you balance life and work?
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A crowded place that you have visited
- Describe a crowded place that you have visited
- You should say:
- Where it was
- When you went there
- Who you went there with
- What you did there
- And how you felt about the experience
- Which cities in your country are particularly overcrowded?
- Do you think cities will have more or less green space in the future?
- Do you think people will use bicycles more or less in cities in the future?
- Why do people go to crowded places?
- Do you think there are some people who enjoy crowded places?
- Do you think it is a good trend to have more big cities?
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A person who learns history and loves history
- Describe a person who learns history and loves history
- You should say:
- Who this person is
- How he/she learns history
- Why he/she loves history
- And explain how you feel about him/her
- Besides big historical events, what else is important when learning history?
- Do you think people should learn ancient history before learning modern history?
- Is it important to learn how people in the past lived their lives?
- How do children learn history before they attend school?
- At what age do you think people should begin to learn history?
- Do you think children should begin learning history from an early age?
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A person who taught you a new skill
- Describe a person who taught you a new skill
- You should say:
- Who this person was
- What the skill was
- How you learned it
- And explain how you felt about this person
- Why is self-discipline important when learning a new skill?
- What are the differences between learning from a teacher and learning by oneself?
- How do adults learn a new skill?
- How can parents and teachers teach children new skills?
- Where can children learn new skills?
- Why should children learn new skills?
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Your least favourite movie
- Describe your least favourite movie
- You should say:
- When you watched it
- Where you watched it
- What it was about
- And explain why it's your least favourite movie
- Can movies help people better understand the cultural background of a country?
- Are movies more likely to help people become more creative than books?
- What are the differences between watching movies at home and in a cinema?
- What kinds of movies are the most popular in China?
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A short trip you often take but do not like
- Describe a short trip you often take but do not like
- You should say:
- Where you go
- When you go there
- Why you go there
- And explain why you do not like the trip
- Which is better for knowing more about a country? Travelling or reading books about it?
- How much time do you think people should spend on a trip abroad?
- Who prefers travelling abroad? The young or the old?
- Do Chinese people like travelling abroad?
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A popular person
- Describe a popular person
- You should say:
- Who this person is
- What kind of person he or she is
- When you see him/her normally
- And explain why you think this person is popular
- Why do people want to be popular?
- Is it easier to become popular nowadays?
- What are the qualities of being a good teacher?
- Do you think good teachers are always popular among students?
- Is it important for a teacher to be popular?
- Why are some students popular in school?
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A successful sportsperson you admire
- Describe a successful sportsperson you admire
- You should say:
- Who he/she is
- What you know about him/her
- What he/she is like in real life
- What achievement he/she has made
- And explain why you admire him/her
- Should students have physical education and do sports at school?
- What qualities should an athlete have?
- Is talent important in sports?
- Is it easy to identify children's talents?
- What is the most popular sport in your country?
- Why are there so few top athletes?
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A person whose health and fitness you have helped to improve
- Describe a person whose health and fitness you have helped to improve
- You should say:
- Who this person was
- Why you helped him/her
- How you helped him/her
- And explain whether it was easy or difficult
- What effect does stress have on health?
- Which group pays more attention to health, young people or old people?
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A tall building you like or dislike
- Describe a tall building you like or dislike
- You should say:
- What it is used for
- Where it is
- What it looks like
- And explain why you like/dislike it
- Are there many tall buildings in your country?
- What are the differences between those tall buildings in your country?
- Why are different places laid out and designed differently?
- What are the advantages of living in tall buildings?
- Why do some people like to remodel and decorate their homes themselves?
- What kind of interior design style do most people like?
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An interesting video
- Describe an interesting video
- You should say:
- When and where you watched it
- What it is about
- Why you watched it
- And explain how you feel about it
- What kind of videos do people in your country like to watch?
- Which is more helpful, watching videos or reading books?
- What skills can people learn from watching videos?
- Are there any differences between the videos that young people and old people like to watch?
- Are there any differences between the videos that young men and young women like to watch?
- What makes a video go viral online?
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A boring place
- Describe a boring place
- You should say:
- Where it is
- Who you went there with
- What you did there
- And explain why you think it is a boring place
- Why do most children think education is boring?
- Why aren't young people willing to listen to the experiences of older people?
- What can people do when they feel bored?
- Why are some teachers' classes boring? Are there any solutions?
- Why do some young people feel bored when talking with old people?
- Do most people think news about celebrities is boring?
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A time when you got up early
- Describe a time when you got up early
- You should say:
- When it was
- What you did
- Why you got up early
- And how you felt about it
- Do you know anyone who likes to get up early?
- Why do people get up early?
- What kinds of occasions need people to arrive early?
- Why do some people like to stay up late?
- Is it good to arrive early in any situation?
- What kind of people like getting up early?
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A person who loves to grow plants (e.g. vegetables, flowers) at home or in the garden
- Describe a person who loves to grow plants (e.g. vegetables, flowers) at home or in the garden
- You should say:
- Who this person is
- What plants he/she grows
- How he/she grows the plants
- And explain why he/she loves growing plants
- What are the advantages of growing vegetables or flowers at home?
- Do many people grow vegetables or flowers at home in your country?
- Is it easy to grow plants at home?
- Why do some people like to grow plants?
- Why do some people prefer to grow their own fruits and vegetables instead of buying them from the market?
- Do you think students should learn to grow plants?
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A new law you would like to introduce in your country
- Describe a new law you would like to introduce in your country
- You should say:
- What law it is
- What changes this law brings
- Whether this new law will be popular
- How you came up with the new law
- And explain how you feel about this new law
- What rules should students follow at school?
- Do people in your country usually obey the law?
- What kinds of behavior are considered as good behavior?
- Do you think children can learn about the law outside of school?
- What are the benefits for people to obey rules?
- How can parents teach children to obey rules?
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A friend from your childhood
- Describe a friend from your childhood
- You should say:
- Who he/she is
- Where and how you met each other
- What you often did together
- And explain what made you like him/her
- Do you still keep in touch with your friends from childhood? Why or why not?
- How important is childhood friendship to children?
- What do you think of communicating via social media?
- Do you think online communication through social media will replace face-to-face communication?
- What's the difference between having younger friends and older friends?
- Has technology changed people's friendships? How?
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A person you know who would like to choose a career in the medical field (e.g. a doctor, a nurse)
- Describe a person you know who would like to choose a career in the medical field (e.g. a doctor, a nurse)
- You should say:
- When you knew him/her
- When he/she started to think about that
- What he/she would like to do
- And explain why he/she would like to choose this career
- Do you think being a doctor is easy or difficult?
- Do you think learning biology is interesting for children?
- Why do some children want to become doctors?
- Do you think governments should put a large amount of money into medical research?
- Why is some doctors' pay high and others' low?
- Do you think doctors should be paid more?
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A person you know who has a successful business
- Describe a person you know who has a successful business
- You should say:
- Who this person is
- How you got to know him/her
- Why and how he/she started the business
- What business he/she does
- And explain why you think the business is successful
- Why do some people start their own business?
- Should governments provide financial support to start-ups?
- Do most people prefer shopping at big stores or small stores?
- What makes a business successful?
- What makes a business fail?
- Is it easy to set up a new business in your country?
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A plan that you had to change recently
- Describe a plan that you had to change recently
- You should say:
- When this happened
- What made you change the plan
- What the new plan was
- And how you felt about the change
- Do people often change their plans?
- Would you tell others if you change your plan?
- Why do you think parents still make plans for their children nowadays?
- How does technology help people make plans?
- What kind of plans do people often make?
- Do you think people like the process of making plans more, or the moment of carrying them out?
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A time when you worked in a group
- Describe a time when you worked in a group
- You should say:
- What you did
- Who you worked with
- What problems you faced
- And explain why you worked in the group
- Why do some people prefer to work by themselves?
- What should a leader do to make team members want to follow him or her?
- Should students learn to do group work?
- What group tasks are there in schools?
- What advantages are there for students experiencing teamwork at school?
- How can you tell if a person is a good leader?
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An important decision that you made
- Describe an important decision that you made
- You should say:
- What the decision was
- How you made your decision
- What the results of the decision were
- And explain why it was important
- Do you think children sometimes have to make important decisions?
- What important decisions do teenagers need to make after graduation?
- Who can children turn to for help when making a decision?
- Do you think advertisements can influence our decisions when shopping?
- Do you think the influence of advertising is good?
- How do people usually make important decisions?
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A live sports event you watched and liked
- Describe a live sports event you watched and liked
- You should say:
- What it was
- When and where you watched it
- Who you watched it with
- And explain why you liked it
- Why do some people like to watch sports events?
- Where do people normally watch sports events?
- What are the advantages of watching sports events online?
- What sports matches are suitable for children to attend?
- Why do some people spend a lot going to other countries to watch sports events?
- What sports games are popular in your country?
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A food that people eat on special occasions/events
- Describe a food that people eat on special occasions/events
- You should say:
- What it is
- What the special event/occasion is
- How it is cooked/made
- And explain why people eat it on that special occasion/event
- Why are there special foods on special occasions or events?
- What are the differences between everyday food and festival food?
- Are there any differences between the food people eat today and the food people ate in the past?
- Do people today prefer eating at home or in a restaurant?
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A person who is good at learning and speaking new languages
- Describe a person who is good at learning and speaking new languages
- You should say:
- How you got to know him/her
- How he/she learns a new language
- What languages he/she can speak
- And explain how you feel about him/her
- Are there many people who can speak foreign languages in your country?
- Does speaking other languages help at work?
- Do people learn any languages other than English?
- Why is it easier for children to learn new things than for adults?
- How do people learn new things?
- What is the most important thing for learning a language well?
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A challenging technological problem you faced
- Describe a challenging technological problem you faced
- You should say:
- What the problem was
- When and where you faced it
- How challenging it was
- And explain how you solved it
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of AI?
- Do you think people today should learn about AI technology?
- Should children learn to use AI?
- How can AI help in our lives?
- Do you think students are overly reliant on AI?
- What can teachers do to stop students from relying too much on AI?
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An advertisement with a famous person in it
- Describe an advertisement with a famous person in it
- You should say:
- Who the person is
- Where you can see it
- What the advertisement is about
- And explain how you feel about the advertisement
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of advertisements?
- Why are many advertisements endorsed by celebrities? How useful are they?
- What is the most important factor in an advertisement?
- Why are some advertisements boring?
- Is advertising important for a company? Why?
- Which is more effective, online advertising or offline advertising?
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A place you have travelled to that you would like to recommend to others
- Describe a place you have travelled to that you would like to recommend to others
- You should say:
- What it is
- Where it is
- What you saw and did there
- And explain why you would like to recommend it to others
- Where do people in your country often go for holidays?
- What is the ideal length for a holiday?
- How do people usually plan holidays?
- Is it important to plan a holiday ahead?
- Why do many countries try to attract people to visit?
- How do people decide when to travel?
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A home that you like to visit but do not want to live in
- Describe a home that you like to visit but do not want to live in
- You should say:
- Where it is
- What it is like
- Why you like to visit it
- And explain why you would not like to live there
- Do Chinese people like to visit others' homes?
- What do Chinese people do when they visit others?
- What kind of place do people in your country like to live in?
- What's the difference between homes in cities and those in the countryside?
- What kind of gifts do people usually bring when they visit others?
- How often do you visit your relatives or friends?
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A story/book with animals in it
- Describe a story/book with animals in it
- You should say:
- What animals are in it
- What the story/book is about
- Why you read the story/book
- And explain what you think of this story/book
- Should schools teach children about animals?
- Some people think pets should not be kept in cities. What do you think?
- Many people regard pets as members of their family. What do you think?
- Do many people keep pets in your country?
- What are the advantages of keeping a pet?
- Why do people always tell children stories with animals?
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A law on environmental protection
- Describe a law on environmental protection
- You should say:
- What it is
- How you first learned about it
- Who benefits from it
- And explain how you feel about this law
- What kinds of rules do schools in China have?
- Do you think school rules are important?
- Are children unhappy with the school rules?
- How can parents and teachers help children understand and follow rules?
- What are the rules people should obey at work?
- What is the purpose of punishment?
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A time when you sent a message or an email to someone but received no reply for a long time
- Describe a time when you sent a message or an email to someone but received no reply for a long time
- You should say:
- Who you sent it to
- What the message/email was about
- Whether you finally received the reply
- And explain how you felt about the experience
- In what situations do people spend a long time responding to others' messages?
- In what situations do people not respond to messages at all?
- What would you do if you did not receive a reply after sending out a message?
- Why do some people prefer sending a message instead of making a call?
- How do you show your respect in your messages?
- Why do some people feel angry when others don't reply to their message?
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A long-term goal/ambition you would like to achieve
- Describe a long-term goal/ambition you would like to achieve
- You should say:
- How long you have had this goal/ambition
- What it is
- How you will achieve it
- And explain why you set it
- Why should children have ambitions?
- What do you think of people going after high positions?
- Why are some young people keen on being fans of superstars?
- Is it good for a person to be ambitious?
- Do you think it is necessary to be ambitious when working in a team in a company?
- Should parents support their children in pursuing their ambitions?
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A time when you changed an important opinion of yours
- Describe a time when you changed an important opinion of yours
- You should say:
- When you changed your opinion
- What the original opinion was
- Why you changed it
- And explain how you felt about the experience
- When do most children begin to have their own opinions?
- Whose opinions are more important to children, their parents' or teachers'?
- Do children communicate more with teachers or with parents?
- Who do young people like to share opinions with?
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A piece of local news that people are interested in
- Describe a piece of local news that people are interested in
- You should say:
- What it was about
- Where you saw/heard it
- Who was involved
- And explain why people were interested in it
- Do people read the newspaper where you live?
- Do people prefer local or international news?
- Do you think it's important to have a national identity?
- How can people develop their national identity?
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An exciting book that you enjoyed reading
- Describe an exciting book that you enjoyed reading
- You should say:
- What kind of book it was
- Why you decided to read it
- What the book was about
- Why you found it exciting
- What kinds of books do people in your country enjoy reading?
- What kinds of books do young and older people enjoy?
- Do boys and girls tend to enjoy different kinds of books?
- Do you think it is important to read a book before watching its film adaptation?
- Why are films based on books sometimes disappointing?
- Can films based on novels encourage people to read more?
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A person who met difficulties but succeeded
- Describe a person who met difficulties but succeeded
- You should say:
- Who this person is
- What difficulties he met
- How he overcame the difficulties
- And explain how you feel about him
- In your country, what industry is it easier to be successful in?
- What's the difference between ordinary people and successful people?
- What are the factors leading to people's success?
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A time when you had a problem with using an electronic device
- Describe a time when you had a problem with using an electronic device
- You should say:
- When it happened
- Where it happened
- What the problem was
- And explain how you solved the problem at last
- Why are people keen on buying new electronic devices?
- What impact do electronic devices have on people?
- What kinds of technology products do people use at home?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of students using technology products?
- Do you think young children today are over-reliant on technology products?
- Should parents limit their children's screen time?
- Why do many young people spend so much time looking at screens?
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A building you enjoy visiting (e.g. a library, a shopping mall, etc.)
- Describe a building you enjoy visiting (e.g. a library, a shopping mall, etc.)
- You should say:
- Where it is
- How you knew it
- What it looks like
- And explain why you enjoy visiting it
- Do you think all old buildings should be demolished?
- Do you think old buildings are valuable?
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A party for a special event that impressed you a lot
- Describe a party for a special event that impressed you a lot
- You should say:
- When and where it was held
- What the party was held for
- How many people attended it
- And explain why it impressed you a lot
- What special events are celebrated in your country?
- Do most people prefer to hold a party in a restaurant or in a pub?
- Do most people prefer to hold a party in a public place or a private place?
- When do people like to hold a party?
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A person who solved a problem in a smart way
- Describe a person who solved a problem in a smart way
- You should say:
- Who this person is
- What the problem was
- How he/she solved it
- And explain why you think he/she did it in a smart way
- Do you think smart children are happier than other children?
- Is it important for schools to identify and develop each student's talents?
- Do you think children are born smart or they learn to become smart?
- How do children become smart at school?
- Why are some people well-rounded and others only good at one thing?
- Why does modern society need talents of all kinds?
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An environmental law you would like your country to introduce
- Describe an environmental law you would like your country to introduce
- You should say:
- What law it should be
- Why people should follow the law
- Whether the law will be popular
- And explain how you feel about this law
- How does technology affect the law?
- What kinds of rules do schools in China have?
- Will there be a law that is universally accepted?
- What environmental laws does your country already have?
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A change that you made recently
- Describe a change that you made recently
- You should say:
- What the change was
- What caused the change
- What you did for the change
- And explain how you feel about the change
- Do you think it is good to change one's daily routine?
- Do you think it is good to change jobs?
- Is it good for people to get a job promotion?
- Do people often make plans around their regular routines?
- Who tend to change their daily routine more, young people or old people?
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Work or studies
- What subjects are you studying?
- Do you like your subject?
- Why did you choose to study that subject?
- Do you think that your subject is popular in your country?
- Do you have any plans for your studies in the next five years?
- What are the benefits of being your age?
- Do you want to change your major?
- Do you prefer to study in the mornings or in the afternoons?
- How much time do you spend on your studies each week?
- Are you looking forward to working?
- What technology do you use when you study?
- What changes would you like to see in your school?
- What work do you do?
- Why did you choose to do that type of work (or that job)?
- Do you like your job?
- What requirements did you need to meet to get your current job?
- Do you have any plans for your work in the next five years?
- What do you think is the most important at the moment?
- Do you want to change to another job?
- Do you miss being a student?
- What technology do you use at work?
- Who helps you the most? And how?
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Home/accommodation
- What kind of house or apartment do you want to live in in the future?
- Are the transport facilities to your home very good?
- Do you prefer living in a house or an apartment?
- Please describe the room you live in.
- What part of your home do you like the most?
- How long have you lived there?
- Do you plan to live there for a long time?
- What's the difference between where you are living now and where you have lived in the past?
- Can you describe the place where you live?
- What room does your family spend most of the time in?
- What's your favorite room in your apartment or house?
- What makes you feel pleasant in your home?
- Do you think it is important to live in a comfortable environment?
- Do you live in an apartment or a house?
- Who do you live with?
- What do you usually do in your apartment?
- What kinds of accommodation do you live in?
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Hometown
- Where is your hometown?
- Is that a big city or a small place?
- Please describe your hometown a little.
- How long have you been living there?
- Do you think you will continue living there for a long time?
- Do you like your hometown?
- Do you like living there?
- What do you like (most) about your hometown?
- Is there anything you dislike about it?
- What's your hometown famous for?
- Did you learn about the history of your hometown at school?
- Are there many young people in your hometown?
- Is your hometown a good place for young people to pursue their careers?
- Have you learned anything about the history of your hometown?
- Did you learn about the culture of your hometown in your childhood?
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The area you live in
- Do you like the area that you live in?
- Where do you like to go in that area?
- Do you know any famous people in your area?
- What are some changes in the area recently?
- Do you know any of your neighbors?
- Are the people in your neighborhood nice and friendly?
- Do you live in a noisy or a quiet area?
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The city you live in
- What city do you live in?
- Do you like this city? Why?
- How long have you lived in this city?
- Are there big changes in this city?
- Is this city your permanent residence?
- Are there people of different ages living in this city?
- Are the people friendly in the city?
- Is the city friendly to children and old people?
- Do you often see your neighbors?
- What's the weather like where you live?
- Would you recommend your city to others?
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Travelling
- Do you prefer to sit by the window when travelling?
- Did you have a long journey with your family as a child?
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Rubbish and recycling
- Did you recycle when you were a kid?
- Is waste sorting common in your country?
- How do you recycle things like paper and plastic?
- What do you do when you see rubbish on the street?
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Tiredness
- What do you do when you feel tired?
- When would you feel tired?
- Do you often feel tired?
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Shoes
- Which do you prefer, fashionable shoes or comfortable shoes?
- How much money do you usually spend on shoes?
- Have you ever bought shoes online?
- Do you like buying shoes? How often?
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Politeness
- What did you do to show your politeness as a child?
- On what occasions should we be polite?
- Do you think being polite is very important?
- How did you learn to be polite as a child?
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Fruit and vegetables
- Do people in your country like planting vegetables?
- Were there any kind of fruits and vegetables you disliked as a child?
- What kind of fruits and vegetables do you dislike?
- Where do you usually buy fruit and vegetables?
- How often do you eat fruit and vegetables?
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Advertisement
- Do you often see advertisements when you are on your phone or computer?
- What kind of advertising do you like?
- Do you like advertisements?
- Do you see a lot of advertising on trains or other transport?
- Is there an advertisement that made an impression on you when you were a child?
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Paper
- Do you carry paper and pens with you when you go out?
- Do people still keep handwritten letters today?
- Do you still write physical letters?
- What did you like to do with paper as a child?
- Have you made any crafts with paper?
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Secondary school
- Is there anything you miss about your secondary school?
- What was your favourite subject at secondary school?
- Were there any subjects that you found difficult at secondary school?
- Do you remember your first day at secondary school?
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Name
- Do you often forget people's names?
- How do you feel when people can't remember your name?
- How do you remember people's names?
- Is it easy for you to remember people's names?
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Music
- Do you prefer sad or happy music?
- Does happy music make you feel more excited?
- Have you taken any music classes?
- Do you listen to music while doing other things?
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Teachers
- Do you have a favorite teacher?
- Do you want to be a teacher in the future?
- Do you have a teacher from your past that you still remember?
- Are you still in touch with your primary school teachers?
- In what way has your favourite teacher helped you?
- Do you like your primary school teachers more than your high school teachers?
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Social media
- Have you ever posted anything on social media?
- When did you start using social media?
- Do you think you spend too much time on social media?
- Do your friends use social media?
- What do people often do on social media?
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Tidiness
- Do you like to keep things tidy?
- Did you keep your room tidy as a child?
- How do you keep your work or study space tidy?
- Do you think that it is necessary to be tidy?
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Websites
- What kinds of websites do you often visit?
- What is your favourite website?
- Are there any changes to the websites you often visit?
- What kinds of websites are popular in your country?
- Do you prefer getting information from websites or books?
- Would you like to have your own website?
- What have you learned from websites that help with your life or studies?
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Watch
- Do you wear a watch?
- Have you ever got a watch as a gift?
- Why do some people wear expensive watches?
- Do you think it is important to wear a watch? Why?
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Shopping
- Do you like shopping?
- How often do you go shopping?
- Do you prefer online shopping or in-store shopping?
- Have you ever returned anything you bought online?
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Cars
- Did you enjoy traveling by car when you were a kid?
- What types of cars do you like?
- Do you prefer to be a driver or a passenger?
- What do you usually do when there is a traffic jam?
- Do you think car colours are important?
- Will you buy an expensive car in the future?
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Public gardens and parks
- Did you like going to parks as a child?
- Do you still like going to parks now?
- Would you like to see more parks in your city?
- Are there any parks you want to go to in the future?
- Would you prefer to play in a personal garden or public garden?
- How are the parks today different from those you visited as a kid?
- What do you like to do when visiting a park?
- Would you like to play in a public garden or park?
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Science
- Do you like science?
- When did you start to learn about science?
- Which science subject is interesting to you?
- What kinds of interesting things have you done with science?
- Do you like watching science TV programs?
- Do people in your country often visit science museums?
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Mirrors
- Do you like looking at yourself in the mirror? How often?
- Have you ever bought mirrors?
- Do you usually take a mirror with you?
- Would you use mirrors to decorate your room?
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Outer space and stars
- Have you ever learnt about outer space and stars?
- Do you like science fiction movies? Why?
- Do you want to know more about outer space?
- Do you want to go into outer space in the future?
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Singing
- Do you like singing? Why?
- Have you ever learnt how to sing?
- Who do you want to sing for?
- Do you think singing can bring happiness to people?
- Do you like listening to others singing?
- Have you ever taken a singing class?
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Clothing
- What kind of clothes do you like to wear?
- Do you prefer to wear comfortable and casual clothes or smart clothes?
- Do you like wearing T-shirts?
- Do you spend a lot of time choosing clothes?
- Do you wear different styles of clothes on weekdays and weekends?
- What colour clothes do you like?
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Jokes & Comedies
- Are you good at telling jokes?
- Do your friends like to tell jokes?
- Do you like to watch comedies?
- Have you ever watched a live show?
- Are comedy shows popular in your country?
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Headphones
- Do you use headphones?
- What type of headphones do you use?
- When would you use headphones?
- In what conditions would you not use headphones?
- Is wearing headphones comfortable?
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Feeling bored
- Do you often feel bored?
- Did you ever find school boring when you were a child?
- What sort of things do you find most boring now?
- What do you do to stop yourself feeling bored?
- When would you feel bored?
- What do you do when you feel bored?
- Do you think childhood is boring or adulthood is boring?
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A time you made an important decision and were happy with the result
- Describe a time you made an important decision and were happy with the result
- You should say:
- What the decision was
- Why you made the decision
- How easy it was for you to make the decision
- And explain why you were happy with the result
- Which is better, to make a decision quickly or slowly?
- Do you think most people's decisions are made in their 20s?
- What if people in a group have different opinions on a decision?
- What little decisions do people make every day?
- Do you think it is a good idea to make a small decision every day?
- How can we tell the difference between an important and an easy decision?
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A person you know who did something difficult and was successful
- Describe a person you know who did something difficult and was successful
- You should say:
- Who this person is
- What difficult thing this person did
- Why this person was successful
- And explain how you feel about this person
- In which sectors are companies more likely to succeed in your country?
- Is it easy to start up a company?
- Other than making money, what is more important for a company?
- Does money equal success?
- How can companies help protect the environment?
- Is it difficult to do business in today's world?
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A happy person you know
- Describe a happy person you know
- You should say:
- Who this person is
- What he/she is like
- How he/she shows happiness
- And explain why you think he/she is a happy person
- When do you think people are happiest?
- How can the arts spread positive emotions in society?
- Do you think teachers are able to spot the unhappy children?
- Should teachers know what children are doing all the time?
- What would make a student happy at school?
- Do you think doing a job that you like is more important than other things?
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A time you watched a famous person being interviewed
- Describe a time you watched a famous person being interviewed
- You should say:
- Who the famous person was
- What the interview was about
- When and where you watched the interview
- And explain how you felt about the interview
- What should people wear to a job interview?
- Why do we need to attend interviews when applying for jobs?
- What should people do to prepare for a job interview?
- Why do some people think interviews are a waste of time?
- Why do some people dislike being interviewed?
- What kinds of people are usually interviewed?
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A person you know who is very organized
- Describe a person you know who is very organized
- You should say:
- Who this person is
- What this person usually does to stay organized
- In what situations you have noticed this quality
- And explain why you think being organized is important to him/her
- Do you think it is important for managers to be well organized?
- Should parents teach their children to be organized?
- What can people do to become more organized?
- Are organized people more likely to be successful at work or in their studies?
- Do you think children should learn to be organized from a young age?
- Why is it important for people to be organized?
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A noisy place you have been to
- Describe a noisy place you have been to
- You should say:
- Where it is
- When you went there
- What you did there
- And explain why you feel it's a noisy place
- How can people consider others' feelings when chatting in public?
- How would people usually respond to noises in your country?
- Which area is exposed to noise more, the city or the countryside?
- What kinds of noises are there in our life?
- Should children not be allowed to make noise under any circumstances?
- Do you think it is good for children to make noise?
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A natural place in your city that you enjoy visiting
- Describe a natural place in your city that you enjoy visiting
- You should say:
- Where it is
- What it is like
- How often you go there
- Who you often go there with
- And explain why you enjoy visiting there
- Which is more important, protecting the environment or developing the economy?
- Do you think staying in a natural place would help change people's mood?
- Do you think there should be many natural places in cities?
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A time when you saved money to buy something special
- Describe a time when you saved money to buy something special
- You should say:
- What the special thing was
- Why you wanted to buy it
- How you saved money for it
- And explain how you felt after buying it
- Should people spend time on charity, or just money?
- What kind of things do people usually save money for?
- Is it easier to spend money or save money?
- Do you think it is easier to teach teenagers how to manage money when they are around 16 or 17 years old?
- Should parents teach their children to spend money freely or to save money?
- Should schools teach children how to manage money from a young age?
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A new skill you learned when you were a child
- Describe a new skill you learned when you were a child
- You should say:
- What the skill was
- Who taught you this skill
- How you learned it
- And explain how you felt about learning the skill
- Is it important for everyone to have a specialized skill?
- Can a child learn skills from another child?
- Do you think it is easier for children to learn new skills than for adults?
- What are the differences between the way adults learn and the way children learn?
- What are the differences between learning in a group and learning by yourself?
- What skills should children learn before they go to school?
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A person you know who really likes taking photos
- Describe a person you know who really likes taking photos
- You should say:
- Who the person is
- When and how you got to know him/her
- Where he/she takes photos
- And explain how you feel about him/her
- Why are some people keen on taking photos?
- What kind of photos do people often take?
- Do you think it is okay to take photos everywhere?
- Why do tourists like taking photos while they are travelling?
- Some people do not mind others walking into their shots when they are taking photos. What do you think?
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Someone who is older than you that you admire
- Describe someone who is older than you that you admire
- You should say:
- Who this person is
- How you knew this person
- What kinds of things you like to do together
- And explain how you feel about this person
- What do old people usually do in their daily life?
- Why is there a generation gap between the young and the old?
- Has old people's life quality improved when compared to the past?
- What can young and old people learn from each other?
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A time when someone talked about something you were not interested in but you kept listening
- Describe a time when someone talked about something you were not interested in but you kept listening
- You should say:
- Who the person was
- What he/she talked about
- Why you kept listening
- And explain how you felt about the experience
- How can we tell if a listener is listening carefully?
- What would happen if the listener didn't listen carefully?
- What kind of topics do young people like to talk about today?
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A time when you received good service in a shop/store
- Describe a time when you received good service in a shop/store
- You should say:
- Where the shop is
- When you went to the shop
- What service you received from the staff
- And explain how you felt about the service
- Can consumption drive economic growth?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of shopping online?
- What are the differences between online shopping and in-store shopping?
- Why do some people not like shopping in small shops?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of shopping in small shops?
- Why are shopping malls so popular in your country?
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A person who is good at making things by hand
- Describe a person who is good at making things by hand
- You should say:
- Who this person is
- What he/she makes
- What materials or technologies he/she uses
- And why you think this person is good at making things by hand
- Does art, like music or theater, have an impact on society?
- Is it good to have creative people in a team?
- What impact can artistic buildings have on society?
- Do children these days still like doing arts and crafts?
- Why do some children enjoy making things by hand?
- Do you think art classes are important for children?
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An enjoyable evening you had with your friends
- Describe an enjoyable evening you had with your friends
- You should say:
- When and where it was
- What you did
- Who you spent the evening with
- And explain why it was enjoyable
- What are the differences between young people's leisure time activities and those of old people?
- What can we do to bring family members closer together?
- How do people get along in a big family?
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An activity you do regularly that you think is a waste of time
- Describe an activity you do regularly that you think is a waste of time
- You should say:
- What it is
- When you usually do it
- Why you do it
- And explain why you think it is a waste of time
- Why do some people refuse to abide by rules?
- What kinds of things make people feel pressured?
- Will you continue doing something when you are aware that it's a waste of time?
- How do you balance life and work?
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A crowded place that you have visited
- Describe a crowded place that you have visited
- You should say:
- Where it was
- When you went there
- Who you went there with
- What you did there
- And how you felt about the experience
- Which cities in your country are particularly overcrowded?
- Do you think cities will have more or less green space in the future?
- Do you think people will use bicycles more or less in cities in the future?
- Why do people go to crowded places?
- Do you think there are some people who enjoy crowded places?
- Do you think it is a good trend to have more big cities?
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A person who learns history and loves history
- Describe a person who learns history and loves history
- You should say:
- Who this person is
- How he/she learns history
- Why he/she loves history
- And explain how you feel about him/her
- Besides big historical events, what else is important when learning history?
- Do you think people should learn ancient history before learning modern history?
- Is it important to learn how people in the past lived their lives?
- How do children learn history before they attend school?
- At what age do you think people should begin to learn history?
- Do you think children should begin learning history from an early age?
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A person who taught you a new skill
- Describe a person who taught you a new skill
- You should say:
- Who this person was
- What the skill was
- How you learned it
- And explain how you felt about this person
- Why is self-discipline important when learning a new skill?
- What are the differences between learning from a teacher and learning by oneself?
- How do adults learn a new skill?
- How can parents and teachers teach children new skills?
- Where can children learn new skills?
- Why should children learn new skills?
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Your least favourite movie
- Describe your least favourite movie
- You should say:
- When you watched it
- Where you watched it
- What it was about
- And explain why it's your least favourite movie
- Can movies help people better understand the cultural background of a country?
- Are movies more likely to help people become more creative than books?
- What are the differences between watching movies at home and in a cinema?
- What kinds of movies are the most popular in your country?
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A short trip you often take but do not like
- Describe a short trip you often take but do not like
- You should say:
- Where you go
- When you go there
- Why you go there
- And explain why you do not like the trip
- Which is better for knowing more about a country? Travelling or reading books about it?
- How much time do you think people should spend on a trip abroad?
- Who prefers travelling abroad? The young or the old?
- Do people in your country like travelling abroad?
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A popular person
- Describe a popular person
- You should say:
- Who this person is
- What kind of person he or she is
- When you see him/her normally
- And explain why you think this person is popular
- Why do people want to be popular?
- Is it easier to become popular nowadays?
- What are the qualities of being a good teacher?
- Do you think good teachers are always popular among students?
- Is it important for a teacher to be popular?
- Why are some students popular in school?
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A successful sportsperson you admire
- Describe a successful sportsperson you admire
- You should say:
- Who he/she is
- What you know about him/her
- What he/she is like in real life
- What achievement he/she has made
- And explain why you admire him/her
- Should students have physical education and do sports at school?
- What qualities should an athlete have?
- Is talent important in sports?
- Is it easy to identify children's talents?
- What is the most popular sport in your country?
- Why are there so few top athletes?
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A person whose health and fitness you have helped to improve
- Describe a person whose health and fitness you have helped to improve
- You should say:
- Who this person was
- Why you helped him/her
- How you helped him/her
- And explain whether it was easy or difficult
- What effect does stress have on health?
- Which group pays more attention to health, young people or old people?
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A tall building you like or dislike
- Describe a tall building you like or dislike
- You should say:
- What it is used for
- Where it is
- What it looks like
- And explain why you like/dislike it
- Are there many tall buildings in your country?
- What are the differences between those tall buildings in your country?
- Why are different places laid out and designed differently?
- What are the advantages of living in tall buildings?
- Why do some people like to remodel and decorate their homes themselves?
- What kind of interior design style do most people like?
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An interesting video
- Describe an interesting video
- You should say:
- When and where you watched it
- What it is about
- Why you watched it
- And explain how you feel about it
- What kind of videos do people in your country like to watch?
- Which is more helpful, watching videos or reading books?
- What skills can people learn from watching videos?
- Are there any differences between the videos that young people and old people like to watch?
- Are there any differences between the videos that young men and young women like to watch?
- What makes a video go viral online?
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A boring place
- Describe a boring place
- You should say:
- Where it is
- Who you went there with
- What you did there
- And explain why you think it is a boring place
- Why do most children think education is boring?
- Why aren't young people willing to listen to the experiences of older people?
- What can people do when they feel bored?
- Why are some teachers' classes boring? Are there any solutions?
- Why do some young people feel bored when talking with old people?
- Do most people think news about celebrities is boring?
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A time when you got up early
- Describe a time when you got up early
- You should say:
- When it was
- What you did
- Why you got up early
- And how you felt about it
- Do you know anyone who likes to get up early?
- Why do people get up early?
- What kinds of occasions need people to arrive early?
- Why do some people like to stay up late?
- Is it good to arrive early in any situation?
- What kind of people like getting up early?
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A person who loves to grow plants (e.g. vegetables, flowers) at home or in the garden
- Describe a person who loves to grow plants (e.g. vegetables, flowers) at home or in the garden
- You should say:
- Who this person is
- What plants he/she grows
- How he/she grows the plants
- And explain why he/she loves growing plants
- What are the advantages of growing vegetables or flowers at home?
- Do many people grow vegetables or flowers at home in your country?
- Is it easy to grow plants at home?
- Why do some people like to grow plants?
- Why do some people prefer to grow their own fruits and vegetables instead of buying them from the market?
- Do you think students should learn to grow plants?
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A new law you would like to introduce in your country
- Describe a new law you would like to introduce in your country
- You should say:
- What law it is
- What changes this law brings
- Whether this new law will be popular
- How you came up with the new law
- And explain how you feel about this new law
- What rules should students follow at school?
- Do people in your country usually obey the law?
- What kinds of behavior are considered as good behavior?
- Do you think children can learn about the law outside of school?
- What are the benefits for people to obey rules?
- How can parents teach children to obey rules?
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A friend from your childhood
- Describe a friend from your childhood
- You should say:
- Who he/she is
- Where and how you met each other
- What you often did together
- And explain what made you like him/her
- Do you still keep in touch with your friends from childhood? Why or why not?
- How important is childhood friendship to children?
- What do you think of communicating via social media?
- Do you think online communication through social media will replace face-to-face communication?
- What's the difference between having younger friends and older friends?
- Has technology changed people's friendships? How?
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A person you know who would like to choose a career in the medical field (e.g. a doctor, a nurse)
- Describe a person you know who would like to choose a career in the medical field (e.g. a doctor, a nurse)
- You should say:
- When you knew him/her
- When he/she started to think about that
- What he/she would like to do
- And explain why he/she would like to choose this career
- Do you think being a doctor is easy or difficult?
- Do you think learning biology is interesting for children?
- Why do some children want to become doctors?
- Do you think governments should put a large amount of money into medical research?
- Why is some doctors' pay high and others' low?
- Do you think doctors should be paid more?
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A person you know who has a successful business
- Describe a person you know who has a successful business
- You should say:
- Who this person is
- How you got to know him/her
- Why and how he/she started the business
- What business he/she does
- And explain why you think the business is successful
- Why do some people start their own business?
- Should governments provide financial support to start-ups?
- Do most people prefer shopping at big stores or small stores?
- What makes a business successful?
- What makes a business fail?
- Is it easy to set up a new business in your country?
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A plan that you had to change recently
- Describe a plan that you had to change recently
- You should say:
- When this happened
- What made you change the plan
- What the new plan was
- And how you felt about the change
- Do people often change their plans?
- Would you tell others if you change your plan?
- Why do you think parents still make plans for their children nowadays?
- How does technology help people make plans?
- What kind of plans do people often make?
- Do you think people like the process of making plans more, or the moment of carrying them out?
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A time when you worked in a group
- Describe a time when you worked in a group
- You should say:
- What you did
- Who you worked with
- What problems you faced
- And explain why you worked in the group
- Why do some people prefer to work by themselves?
- What should a leader do to make team members want to follow him or her?
- Should students learn to do group work?
- What group tasks are there in schools?
- What advantages are there for students experiencing teamwork at school?
- How can you tell if a person is a good leader?
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An important decision that you made
- Describe an important decision that you made
- You should say:
- What the decision was
- How you made your decision
- What the results of the decision were
- And explain why it was important
- Do you think children sometimes have to make important decisions?
- What important decisions do teenagers need to make after graduation?
- Who can children turn to for help when making a decision?
- Do you think advertisements can influence our decisions when shopping?
- Do you think the influence of advertising is good?
- How do people usually make important decisions?
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A live sports event you watched and liked
- Describe a live sports event you watched and liked
- You should say:
- What it was
- When and where you watched it
- Who you watched it with
- And explain why you liked it
- Why do some people like to watch sports events?
- Where do people normally watch sports events?
- What are the advantages of watching sports events online?
- What sports matches are suitable for children to attend?
- Why do some people spend a lot going to other countries to watch sports events?
- What sports games are popular in your country?
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A food that people eat on special occasions/events
- Describe a food that people eat on special occasions/events
- You should say:
- What it is
- What the special event/occasion is
- How it is cooked/made
- And explain why people eat it on that special occasion/event
- Why are there special foods on special occasions or events?
- What are the differences between everyday food and festival food?
- Are there any differences between the food people eat today and the food people ate in the past?
- Do people today prefer eating at home or in a restaurant?
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A person who is good at learning and speaking new languages
- Describe a person who is good at learning and speaking new languages
- You should say:
- How you got to know him/her
- How he/she learns a new language
- What languages he/she can speak
- And explain how you feel about him/her
- Are there many people who can speak foreign languages in your country?
- Does speaking other languages help at work?
- Do people learn any languages other than English?
- Why is it easier for children to learn new things than for adults?
- How do people learn new things?
- What is the most important thing for learning a language well?
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A challenging technological problem you faced
- Describe a challenging technological problem you faced
- You should say:
- What the problem was
- When and where you faced it
- How challenging it was
- And explain how you solved it
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of AI?
- Do you think people today should learn about AI technology?
- Should children learn to use AI?
- How can AI help in our lives?
- Do you think students are overly reliant on AI?
- What can teachers do to stop students from relying too much on AI?
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An advertisement with a famous person in it
- Describe an advertisement with a famous person in it
- You should say:
- Who the person is
- Where you can see it
- What the advertisement is about
- And explain how you feel about the advertisement
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of advertisements?
- Why are many advertisements endorsed by celebrities? How useful are they?
- What is the most important factor in an advertisement?
- Why are some advertisements boring?
- Is advertising important for a company? Why?
- Which is more effective, online advertising or offline advertising?
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A place you have travelled to that you would like to recommend to others
- Describe a place you have travelled to that you would like to recommend to others
- You should say:
- What it is
- Where it is
- What you saw and did there
- And explain why you would like to recommend it to others
- Where do people in your country often go for holidays?
- What is the ideal length for a holiday?
- How do people usually plan holidays?
- Is it important to plan a holiday ahead?
- Why do many countries try to attract people to visit?
- How do people decide when to travel?
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A home that you like to visit but do not want to live in
- Describe a home that you like to visit but do not want to live in
- You should say:
- Where it is
- What it is like
- Why you like to visit it
- And explain why you would not like to live there
- Do people in your country like to visit others' homes?
- What do people in your country do when they visit others?
- What kind of place do people in your country like to live in?
- What's the difference between homes in cities and those in the countryside?
- What kind of gifts do people usually bring when they visit others?
- How often do you visit your relatives or friends?
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A story/book with animals in it
- Describe a story/book with animals in it
- You should say:
- What animals are in it
- What the story/book is about
- Why you read the story/book
- And explain what you think of this story/book
- Should schools teach children about animals?
- Some people think pets should not be kept in cities. What do you think?
- Many people regard pets as members of their family. What do you think?
- Do many people keep pets in your country?
- What are the advantages of keeping a pet?
- Why do people always tell children stories with animals?
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A law on environmental protection
- Describe a law on environmental protection
- You should say:
- What it is
- How you first learned about it
- Who benefits from it
- And explain how you feel about this law
- What kinds of rules do schools in your country have?
- Do you think school rules are important?
- Are children unhappy with the school rules?
- How can parents and teachers help children understand and follow rules?
- What are the rules people should obey at work?
- What is the purpose of punishment?
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A time when you sent a message or an email to someone but received no reply for a long time
- Describe a time when you sent a message or an email to someone but received no reply for a long time
- You should say:
- Who you sent it to
- What the message/email was about
- Whether you finally received the reply
- And explain how you felt about the experience
- In what situations do people spend a long time responding to others' messages?
- In what situations do people not respond to messages at all?
- What would you do if you did not receive a reply after sending out a message?
- Why do some people prefer sending a message instead of making a call?
- How do you show your respect in your messages?
- Why do some people feel angry when others don't reply to their message?
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A long-term goal/ambition you would like to achieve
- Describe a long-term goal/ambition you would like to achieve
- You should say:
- How long you have had this goal/ambition
- What it is
- How you will achieve it
- And explain why you set it
- Why should children have ambitions?
- What do you think of people going after high positions?
- Why are some young people keen on being fans of superstars?
- Is it good for a person to be ambitious?
- Do you think it is necessary to be ambitious when working in a team in a company?
- Should parents support their children in pursuing their ambitions?
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A time when you changed an important opinion of yours
- Describe a time when you changed an important opinion of yours
- You should say:
- When you changed your opinion
- What the original opinion was
- Why you changed it
- And explain how you felt about the experience
- When do most children begin to have their own opinions?
- Whose opinions are more important to children, their parents' or teachers'?
- Do children communicate more with teachers or with parents?
- Who do young people like to share opinions with?
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A piece of local news that people are interested in
- Describe a piece of local news that people are interested in
- You should say:
- What it was about
- Where you saw/heard it
- Who was involved
- And explain why people were interested in it
- Do people read the newspaper where you live?
- Do people prefer local or international news?
- Do you think it's important to have a national identity?
- How can people develop their national identity?
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An exciting book that you enjoyed reading
- Describe an exciting book that you enjoyed reading
- You should say:
- What kind of book it was
- Why you decided to read it
- What the book was about
- Why you found it exciting
- What kinds of books do people in your country enjoy reading?
- What kinds of books do young and older people enjoy?
- Do boys and girls tend to enjoy different kinds of books?
- Do you think it is important to read a book before watching its film adaptation?
- Why are films based on books sometimes disappointing?
- Can films based on novels encourage people to read more?
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A person who met difficulties but succeeded
- Describe a person who met difficulties but succeeded
- You should say:
- Who this person is
- What difficulties he met
- How he overcame the difficulties
- And explain how you feel about him
- In your country, what industry is it easier to be successful in?
- What's the difference between ordinary people and successful people?
- What are the factors leading to people's success?
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A time when you had a problem with using an electronic device
- Describe a time when you had a problem with using an electronic device
- You should say:
- When it happened
- Where it happened
- What the problem was
- And explain how you solved the problem at last
- Why are people keen on buying new electronic devices?
- What impact do electronic devices have on people?
- What kinds of technology products do people use at home?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of students using technology products?
- Do you think young children today are over-reliant on technology products?
- Should parents limit their children's screen time?
- Why do many young people spend so much time looking at screens?
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A building you enjoy visiting (e.g. a library, a shopping mall, etc.)
- Describe a building you enjoy visiting (e.g. a library, a shopping mall, etc.)
- You should say:
- Where it is
- How you knew it
- What it looks like
- And explain why you enjoy visiting it
- Do you think all old buildings should be demolished?
- Do you think old buildings are valuable?
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A party for a special event that impressed you a lot
- Describe a party for a special event that impressed you a lot
- You should say:
- When and where it was held
- What the party was held for
- How many people attended it
- And explain why it impressed you a lot
- What special events are celebrated in your country?
- Do most people prefer to hold a party in a restaurant or in a pub?
- Do most people prefer to hold a party in a public place or a private place?
- When do people like to hold a party?
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A person who solved a problem in a smart way
- Describe a person who solved a problem in a smart way
- You should say:
- Who this person is
- What the problem was
- How he/she solved it
- And explain why you think he/she did it in a smart way
- Do you think smart children are happier than other children?
- Is it important for schools to identify and develop each student's talents?
- Do you think children are born smart or they learn to become smart?
- How do children become smart at school?
- Why are some people well-rounded and others only good at one thing?
- Why does modern society need talents of all kinds?
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An environmental law you would like your country to introduce
- Describe an environmental law you would like your country to introduce
- You should say:
- What law it should be
- Why people should follow the law
- Whether the law will be popular
- And explain how you feel about this law
- How does technology affect the law?
- What kinds of rules do schools in your country have?
- Will there be a law that is universally accepted?
- What environmental laws does your country already have?
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A change that you made recently
- Describe a change that you made recently
- You should say:
- What the change was
- What caused the change
- What you did for the change
- And explain how you feel about the change
- Do you think it is good to change one's daily routine?
- Do you think it is good to change jobs?
- Is it good for people to get a job promotion?
- Do people often make plans around their regular routines?
- Who tend to change their daily routine more, young people or old people?
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Computers/tablets
- Would you like to use a computer or tablet?
- In what conditions would you use a computer or tablet?
- When was the first time you used a computer or tablet?
- What would your life be like without computers or tablets?
- In what conditions would it be difficult for you to use a computer or tablet?
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Collecting things
- Do you collect things?
- Where do you usually keep things you need?
- Would you keep old things for a long time? Why?
- Are there any things you have kept from your childhood?
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Street market
- Are there many street markets in your country?
- When was the last time you went to a street market?
- Do you prefer to go shopping in the shopping mall or on the street market?
- What do people usually buy on the street market?
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Dream and ambition
- What was your childhood dream?
- Are you the kind of person who sticks to dreams?
- What is your dream job?
- Do you think you are an ambitious person?
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History
- Have you ever been to historical museums?
- Do you like history?
- When was the last time you read about history?
- Did you like history when you were young?
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Films/cinemas
- What films do you like?
- Did you often watch films when you were a child?
- Did you ever go to the cinema alone as a child?
- Do you often go to the cinema with your friends?
- Do you think going to the cinema is a good way to spend time with friends?
- How often do you watch films?
- Do you prefer to watch films at home or in the cinema?
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Old buildings
- Have you ever seen old buildings in the city?
- Do you think we should preserve old buildings in cities?
- Do you prefer living in an old building or a modern house?
- Are there any old buildings you want to see in the future? Why?
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Evening time
- Do you like the morning or evening?
- What do you usually do in the evening?
- What did you do in the evening when you were little? Why?
- Are there any differences between what you do in the evening now and what you did in the past?
- Do you spend your evenings doing the same things on both weekends and weekdays? Why?
- What do you hate doing in the evening?
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Morning routines
- What do you do right after getting up in the morning?
- Is breakfast important?
- What is your morning routine?
- Do you like to get up early in the morning?
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Sports programs
- Do you like watching sports programs on TV?
- Do you like to watch live sports games?
- Who do you like to watch sports games with?
- What kinds of games do you expect to watch in the future?
- Do you prefer to watch sports games alone or with a group of friends?
- Have you ever watched a sports game in a stadium?
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Lost and found
- Have you ever lost your keys?
- Will you post on social media if you lose your item?
- Have you ever lost things?
- Do you report to the police when finding something lost by others? Why?
- What will you do if you find something lost by others?
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Art
- Do you like art?
- Do you like visiting art galleries?
- Do you want to be an artist?
- Do you like modern art or traditional art?
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A city that you have been to and would like to visit again
- Describe a city that you have been to and would like to visit again
- You should say:
- When you visited it
- What you did there
- What it was like
- And explain why you would like to visit it again
- What should the government do to improve citizens' safety?
- Are there any changes in your city?
- Do you think people in the countryside are friendlier than people in the city?
- Do you think it is possible that all of the population move to cities?
- Some people say large cities are suitable for old people. What do you think?
- What's the difference between the city and the countryside?
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A person you only met once recently and want to know more about
- Describe a person you only met once recently and want to know more about
- You should say:
- Who he/she is
- When you met him/her
- Why you want to know more about him/her
- And explain how you feel about him/her
- What should we not talk about when we meet a person for the first time?
- What can we do to leave a good impression on people we meet for the first time?
- What qualities make true friends?
- Is it important to have the same hobbies and interests when making friends?
- On what occasions do people like to make friends?
- How do people make friends in your country?
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A gift you would like to buy for your friend
- Describe a gift you would like to buy for your friend
- You should say:
- How you knew your friend
- How long you have known him/her
- How you would choose a gift for him/her
- And explain why you would choose that gift for him/her
- Are there any unlucky things that people should not buy as gifts in your country?
- Which do people give on traditional festivals, red envelopes or other kinds of gifts?
- Will people feel happy when receiving an expensive gift?
- Is it hard to choose a gift?
- When do people normally send gifts to others?
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A place you would like to visit in your free time
- Describe a place you would like to visit in your free time
- You should say:
- Where it is
- What you will do there
- How long you will stay there
- And explain why you would like to visit it
- Why do you think some people choose not to travel abroad?
- Do you think a gap period in life is important?
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A special cake you received from others
- Describe a special cake you received from others
- You should say:
- When it happened
- Where it happened
- Who you got the cake from
- And explain why it's a special cake
- What are the differences between special food in your country and other countries?
- Is there any food in your country that is eaten at special times or on special occasions?
- Why are some people willing to spend a lot of money on meals on special days?
- Do you think it's good to communicate when eating with your family?
- In your country, do people nowadays cook at home as frequently as people did in the past?
- What do you think of people using their mobile phones during a meal?
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A thing you did to learn another language
- Describe a thing you did to learn another language
- You should say:
- What language you learned
- What you did
- How it helped you learn the language
- And how you felt about it
- What difficulties do people face when learning a language?
- Do you think language learning is important? Why?
- Which is better, to study a language alone or to study it in a group? Why?
- What's the best way to learn a language?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of learning a language?
- Some people think that technology has made it unnecessary to learn languages. What do you think?
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An important river/lake in your country
- Describe an important river/lake in your country
- You should say:
- Where it is located
- How big/long it is
- What it looks like
- And explain why it is important
- Are rivers and lakes important to a country?
- What are the popular water sports in your country?
- Are rivers and lakes good for transport? Why?
- How do rivers and lakes affect local tourism?
- Do you think rivers and lakes attract tourists?
- How can rivers and lakes benefit local people?
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A special day out that cost you little money/didn't cost you much
- Describe a special day out that cost you little money/didn't cost you much
- You should say:
- When the day was
- Where you went
- How much you spent
- And explain how you feel about the day
- Do people like to spend their leisure time out in your country?
- How do people spend their leisure time in your country?
- How does technology affect the way people spend their leisure time?
- Do you think only old people have time for leisure?
- Why do people like to have days off?
- Going out to have holidays is tiring. Why do people still want to do it?
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A time when you organized a happy event successfully
- Describe a time when you organized a happy event successfully
- You should say:
- What the event was
- How you prepared for it
- Who helped you to organize it
- And explain why you think it was a successful event
- How can parents help children to be organized?
- On what occasions do people need to be organized?
- Does everything need to be well prepared?
- Do people need others' help when organizing things?
- How would you feel when you were not well prepared for something?
- Do you prefer to prepare and organize an activity or just take part in an activity?
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A course that impressed you a lot
- Describe a course that impressed you a lot
- You should say:
- What the course was about
- Where you took the course
- What you did during the course
- And explain why it impressed you a lot
- What can we learn from history?
- What do people need to remember in their daily lives?
- Can technology help people remember things better? How?
- Which can help people remember things better, words or photos?
- Do people like things of memorial significance?
- Why do some people have a better memory than others?
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Somewhere near a natural place that you have been to
- Describe somewhere near a natural place that you have been to
- You should say:
- Where this place is
- Who you went there with
- Why you went there
- And explain how you feel about the place
- Are there any natural attractions that are great to visit?
- Do you think it is necessary to include natural spaces in a city?
- Do you think people who live in natural places are more likely to protect it?
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A time when you were stuck in a traffic jam for a very long time
- Describe a time when you were stuck in a traffic jam for a very long time
- You should say:
- When it happened
- Where you were stuck
- What you did while waiting
- And explain how you felt in the traffic jam
- How can we solve the traffic jam problem?
- Do you think developing public transport can solve traffic jam problems?
- Do you think the highways will help reduce traffic jams?
- What are good ways to manage traffic?
- Do you like to use public transport?
- Would you rather be in a car or a bus in a traffic jam?