Have you ever learned to play a musical instrument?
Do you listen to music while you study or work?
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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?
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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 use to keep your room tidy as a child?
Is it important to keep your room clean and tidy?
Who is the tidiest person you know?
How do you feel when the place you are in is messy?
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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?
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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?
What kinds of things do you usually buy?
Do you think shopping is a good way to relax?
Has the way you shop changed over the years?
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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?
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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?
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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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Food
What is your favourite food?
What kind of food did you like when you were young?
Do you eat different foods at different times of the year?
Has your favourite food changed since you were a child?
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Pets and Animals
What's your favourite animal? Why?
Where do you prefer to keep your pet, indoors or outdoors?
Have you ever had a pet before?
What is the most popular animal in your country?
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Sports team
Have you ever been part of a sports team?
Is team sports popular in your culture?
Do you like watching team games? Why?
What are the differences between team sports and individual sports?
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Hobby
Do you have any hobbies?
Did you have any hobbies when you were a child?
Do you have a hobby that you've had since childhood?
Do you have the same hobbies as your family members?
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Morning time
Do you like getting up early in the morning?
What do you usually do in the morning?
What did you do in the morning when you were little? Why?
Are there any differences between what you do in the morning now and what you did in the past?
Do you spend your mornings doing the same things on both weekends and weekdays? Why?
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Gifts
Have you ever sent handmade gifts to others?
Have you ever received a great gift?
What do you consider when choosing a gift?
Do you think you are good at choosing gifts?
What gift have you received recently?
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Reading
Do you like reading?
Do you prefer to read on paper or on a screen?
When do you need to read carefully, and when not?
Do you prefer scanning or detailed reading?
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Walking
Do you walk a lot?
Did you often go outside to have a walk when you were a child?
Why do people like to walk in parks?
Where would you like to take a long walk if you had the chance?
Where did you go for a walk lately?
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Typing
Do you prefer typing or handwriting?
Do you type on a desktop or laptop keyboard every day?
When did you learn how to type on a keyboard?
How do you improve your typing?
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Scenery
Do you look out the window at the scenery when travelling by bus or car?
Do you prefer the mountains or the sea?
Do you like to take scenery pictures?
What are the most beautiful sights you have seen while traveling?
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Building
Are there tall buildings near your home?
Do you take photos of buildings?
Is there a building that you would like to visit?
Do you want to live in a tall building?
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Childhood activities
What are your favourite activities?
What were your favourite activities when you were a child?
Did you prefer to do activities alone or with a group of people when you were a child?
Are there any differences between the activities you liked when you were a child and those you like now?
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Views
Do you like taking pictures of different views?
Do you prefer views in urban areas or rural areas?
Do you prefer views in your own country or in other countries?
Have you seen an unforgettable and beautiful view or scenery?
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Life stages
What did you often do with your friends in your childhood?
What do you think is the most important at the moment?
Do you have any plans for the next five years?
How do people remember each stage of their lives?
Do you enjoy being the age you are now?
At what age do you think people are the happiest?
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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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Perfect job
Describe a perfect job you would like to have in the future. You should say: What it is, How you knew it, What you need to learn to get this job, And explain why you think it is a perfect job for you.
What kind of job can be called a 'dream job'?
What jobs do children want to do when they grow up?
Do people's ideal jobs change as they grow up?
What should people consider when choosing jobs?
Is salary the main reason why people choose a certain job?
What kind of jobs are the most popular in your country?
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Famous person you would like to meet
Describe a famous person you would like to meet. You should say: Who he/she is, How you knew him/her, How/where you would like to meet him/her, And explain why you would like to meet him/her.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of being a famous child?
What can today's children do to become famous?
What can children do with their fame?
Do people become famous because of their talent?
Is it easy to become famous in your country?
Do you want to be a famous person?
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Occasion when not allowed to use phone
Describe an occasion when you were not allowed to use your mobile phone. You should say: When it was, Where it was, Why you were not allowed to use your mobile phone, And how you felt about it.
How do young and old people use mobile phones differently?
What positive and negative impact do mobile phones have on friendship?
Is it a waste of time to take pictures with mobile phones?
Do you think it is necessary to have laws on the use of mobile phones?
What are examples of good and poor phone manners?
How does the internet benefit people?
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Giving advice
Describe a time when you gave advice to others. You should say: When it was, To whom you gave the advice, What the advice was, And explain why you gave the advice.
Should people prepare before giving advice?
Is it good to ask advice from strangers online?
What are the personalities of people whose job is to give advice to others?
What are the problems if you ask too many people for advice?
Why do some people think it is better to ask for advice from friends than from parents?
When would old people ask young people for advice?
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Technology you would like to own
Describe a piece of technology (not a phone) that you would like to own. You should say: What it is, How much it costs, How you knew it, And explain why you would like to own it.
What are the differences between the technology of the past and that of today?
What technology do young people like to use?
What are the differences between online and face-to-face communication?
Do you think technology has changed the way people communicate?
What negative effects does technology have on people's relationships?
What are the differences between making friends in real life and online?
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Person good at planning
Describe a person who makes plans a lot and is good at planning. You should say: Who he/she is, How you knew him/her, What plans he/she makes, And explain how you feel about this person.
Do you think it's important to plan ahead?
What activities do we need to plan ahead?
Do you think children should plan their future careers?
Should children ask their teachers or parents for advice when making plans?
Is making study plans popular among young people?
Do you think choosing a college major is closely related to a person's future career?
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Child who loves drawing
Describe a child who loves drawing/painting. You should say: Who he/she is, How/when you knew him/her, How often he/she draws/paints, And explain why you think he/she loves drawing/painting.
What is the right age for a child to learn drawing?
Why do most children draw more often than adults do?
Why do some people visit galleries or museums instead of viewing artworks online?
Do you think galleries and museums should be free of charge?
How do artworks inspire people?
What are the differences between reading a book and visiting a museum?
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App/Program
Describe a program or app on your computer or phone. You should say: What it is, How often you use it, When/how you use it, When/how you found it, And explain how you feel about it.
What are the differences between old and young people when using apps?
Why do some people not like using apps?
What apps are popular in your country? Why?
Should parents limit their children's use of computer programs and computer games? Why and how?
Do you think young people are more and more reliant on these programs?
What do you think about some countries banning children from using social media?
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Smiling occasion
Describe an occasion when many people were smiling. You should say: When it happened, Who you were with, What happened, And explain why most people were smiling.
Do you think people who like to smile are more friendly?
Why do most people smile in photographs?
Do women smile more than men? Why?
Do people smile more when they are younger or older?
Is smiling important in your culture?
Are there any occasions when people need to pretend to smile?
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Proud of family member
Describe a time when you felt proud of a family member. You should say: When it happened, Who the person is, What the person did, And explain why you felt proud of him/her.
When would parents feel proud of their children?
Should parents reward children? Why and how?
Is it good to reward children too often? Why?
On what occasions would adults be proud of themselves?
Do rewards help a child become better?
What do you think about children working hard just for grades?
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Important thing for family
Describe something important that has been kept in your family for a long time. You should say: What it is, When your family had it, How your family got it, And explain why it is important to your family.
What things do families keep for a long time?
What's the difference between things valued by people in the past and today?
What kinds of things are kept in museums?
What's the influence of technology on museums?
What are the benefits of technology for learning history?
Why do people visit museums?
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Bicycle/motorcycle/car trip
Describe a bicycle/motorcycle/car trip you would like to go. You should say: Who you would like to go with, Where you would like to go, When you would like to go, And explain why you would like to go by bicycle/motorcycle/car.
Which form of vehicle is more popular in your country, bikes, cars or motorcycles?
Do you think air pollution comes mostly from mobile vehicles?
Do you think people need to change the way of transportation drastically to protect the environment?
How are the transportation systems in urban areas and rural areas different?
Why do more people own and drive private vehicles now?
What do you think of the future of electric cars?
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Person who solved problem smartly
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 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?
Do you think smart children are happier than other children?
Is it important for schools to identify and develop each student's talents?
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Friend learned without teacher
Describe one of your friends who learned something without a teacher. You should say: Who he/she is, What he/she learned, Why he/she learned this, And explain whether it would be easier to learn from a teacher.
Is it necessary to keep learning after graduating from school?
Should teachers make learning in their classes fun?
Do you think there are too many subjects for students to learn?
Is it better to focus on a few subjects or to learn many subjects?
Do you think enterprises should provide training for their employees?
Do you think it is good for older adults to continue learning?
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Music event you didn't enjoy
Describe an event you attended in which you didn't enjoy the music played. You should say: What it was, Who you went with, Why you decided to go there, And explain why you didn't enjoy it.
What kind of music events do people like today?
Do you think children should receive some musical education?
What are the differences between old and young people's music preferences?
What kind of music events are there in your country?
Why do many people like listening to music while doing sports?
What are the differences between listening to music at home and at a live concert?
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Recent movie
Describe a movie you watched and enjoyed recently. You should say: When and where you watched it, Who you watched it with, What it was about, And explain why you watched this movie.
What kinds of movies do you think are successful in your country?
What are the factors that make a successful movie?
Do people in your country prefer to watch domestic movies or foreign movies?
Do you think only well-known directors can create the best movies?
Do you think successful movies should have well-known actors or actresses in leading roles?
Why do people prefer to watch movies in the cinema?
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Interesting building
Describe an interesting building. You should say: Where it is, What it looks like, What function it has, And explain why you think it is interesting.
What types of buildings are popular in your country?
Is it worth spending a lot of money on the exterior appearance of a building?
Is it more important for a building to look good on the outside or on the inside?
Why do people like to visit historical sites?
Do you think it's reasonable to charge an entry fee for visiting interesting buildings?
Is it better to live in a new building or an old one?
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Using imagination
Describe a time you needed to use your imagination. You should say: When it was, Why you needed to use imagination, How difficult or easy it was, And explain how you felt about it.
Do you think adults can have lots of imagination?
Do you think imagination is essential for scientists?
What kinds of jobs need imagination?
What subjects are helpful for children's imagination?
What games help develop children's imagination?
How important is imagination to children?
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Person who helps others
Describe a person who often helps others. You should say: Who this person is, How often he/she helps others, How/why he/she helps others, And how you feel about this person.
What can children do to help their parents?
Should children help their parents with household chores?
What kind of help do people need when looking for a new job?
Who should people ask for help, colleagues or family members?
Do you think schools should teach children to do household chores?
Why are employees reluctant to ask their managers for help?
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Item cost more than expected
Describe an item on which you spent more than expected. You should say: What it is, How much you spent on it, Why you bought it, And explain why you think you spent more than expected.
Do you often buy more than you expected?
What do you think young people spend most of their money on?
Do you think it is important to save money? Why?
Do people buy things they don't need?
Do you think it is the rich people's responsibility to donate money to people in need?
What kind of things are people happy to pay a high price for?
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Encouraging someone
Describe a time when you encouraged someone to do something that he/she didn't want to do. You should say: Who he or she is, What you encouraged him/her to do, How he/she reacted, And explain why you encouraged him/her to do it.
How can leaders encourage their employees?
When should parents encourage their children?
What kind of encouragement should parents give?
Do you think some people are better than others at persuading?
Should children do everything their parents ask them to do?
How can employers encourage their staff?
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Short-term overseas job
Describe a short-term job you want to have in a foreign country. You should say: Where it is, How you know of it, What the job is, And explain why you want to do it.
What short-term jobs do young people do in other countries?
What challenges do young people face when working abroad?
What are the benefits of working for an international company?
What personal skills are required to work in an international company?
What kind of work can young people do in foreign countries?
Why are some people unwilling to work in other countries?
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Nature-loving person
Describe a person who likes to look after the natural world. You should say: Who this person is, What he or she does, How he or she does it, How often he or she does it, And explain how you feel about this person.
Do you think parents should teach their children how to protect the environment?
What laws about the environment are effective in your country?
Which do you think people prefer, rewards or punishment, when it comes to government intervention in environmental protection?
Is it easy for children in cities to get close to the natural world?
What can people do to protect the natural world?
Is it important to teach students environmental protection at school?
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Interesting/famous city
Describe a city that you think is very interesting/famous. You should say: Where it is, What it is famous for, How you knew this city, And explain why you think it is very interesting/famous.
What advantages can tourism bring to a city?
Why do some young people like to live in cities?
Do most elderly people live in the city or in the countryside?
Do you think well-developed tourism will have negative effects on local people?
What are the benefits of urbanization?
Do you think the big cities in your country today will become even larger in the future?
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City you enjoyed visiting
Describe a city you enjoyed visiting. You should say: Where it is, When you visited it, How long you stayed there, What you did there, And explain why you enjoyed visiting it.
What kinds of facilities do big cities have?
Do you think modern cities are suitable for young people or old people?
Before you travel to a city, what factors would you consider?
What are the disadvantages of living in a very famous city?
Do you prefer to visit well-developed cities or cities with a long history?
For those who live in cities, is it because they want to or have to?
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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 do some people like living in tall buildings?
What are the disadvantages of living in a tall building?
Do you think cities should build more tall buildings in the future?
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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?
Why have short videos become so popular in recent years?
Do you think watching videos can replace reading books as a way of learning?
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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?
What makes a place boring or interesting?
Do you think feeling bored sometimes is a bad thing?
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Favorite city visited
Describe your favorite city that you have visited. You should say: Where it is, How you knew it, When you visited it, And explain why it is your favourite city.
Which is more suitable for young people, urban life or rural life, and which is more suitable for old people?
How do people choose a city to travel to?
Do you think a tourist city is also a good place to live? Why?
Do most people prefer to travel in a modern city or a historical city?
What factors make a city attractive to tourists?
Do you prefer to visit a new city alone or with friends?
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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 are the benefits of getting up early?
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Person who grows vegetables
Describe a person who loves to grow vegetables at home or in the garden. You should say: Who this person is, What vegetables he/she grows, How he/she grows the vegetables, And explain why he/she loves growing vegetables.
What are the advantages of growing vegetables or flowers at home?
Do many people grow vegetables or flowers at home in your country?
Why do some people prefer to grow their own food?
Is growing vegetables a good activity for children to learn?
What are the differences between vegetables grown at home and those bought from shops?
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New law to introduce
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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Childhood friend
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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Person with medical career
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 young people want to work in the medical field?
What qualities should a good doctor or nurse have?
Is it important for children to learn about different careers at school?
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Person with 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?
What makes a business successful?
What are the main challenges of running a business?
Do you think young people today are more interested in starting their own business than before?
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Recently changed plan
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?
How do people feel when their plans suddenly change?
Is it better to have a fixed plan or to be flexible?
中国大陆话题 67Part 2 / Part 3
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 are the benefits of working in a group rather than alone?
How can group members deal with disagreements?
海外话题 1Part 1
Study& work
Are you studying or working?
Why did you choose this job?
Why did you choose to study your major?
海外话题 2Part 1
Hometown
Where's your hometown?
How long have you lived there?
Do you like living there?
海外话题 3Part 1
Accommodation/house or flat/living
Do you live in a house or a flat?
How long have you lived there?
Which room (of your home) do you like best?/Can you say something about the room?
Which room do you spend most of the time with your family in?
海外话题 4Part 1
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?
海外话题 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?
海外话题 6Part 1
Place of work/study
Do you prefer to study at home or in a library?
What is your favorite place to study?
What part of your school do you like the most?
Do you prefer to work at home or in the workplace?
Do you prefer to work alone or in a group?
海外话题 7Part 1
Meeting new friends/people
Do you like making friends?
Did you make a lot of friends when you were a child?
Have you made any new friends recently?
What do you often talk about with your new friends?
海外话题 8Part 1
Swimming
Do you like swimming?
Is it difficult to learn how to swim?
Where do people in your country like to go swimming?
What's the difference between swimming in the pool and swimming in the sea?
海外话题 9Part 1
Cell phone
When did you use cell phone for the first time?
Do you think cell phone is important?
Do you often use your cell phone for texting or calls?
Will you buy a new one in the future?
How has your mobile phone changed your life?
On what occasions are you not allowed to use your mobile phone?
海外话题 10Part 1
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?
海外话题 11Part 1
Feeling bored
Do you often feel bored?
When would you feel bored?
What do you do when you feel bored?
Do you think childhood is boring or adulthood is boring?
海外话题 12Part 1
Computers
In what conditions would you use a computer?
When was the first time you used a computer?
What would your life be like without computers?
In what conditions would it be difficult for you to use a computer?
海外话题 13Part 1
Talents
Do you have a talent or something you are good at?
Was it mastered recently or when you were young?
Do you think your talent can be useful for your future work? Why?
Do you think anyone in your family has the same talent?
海外话题 14Part 1
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?
海外话题 15Part 1
Advertisement
Is there an advertisement that made an impression on you when you were a child?
Do you see a lot of advertising on trains or other transport?
Do you like advertisements?
What kind of advertising do you like?
海外话题 16Part 1
Your favorite item at home
What is the thing you like the most in your home?
Why do you like it?
What makes your home more comfortable?
What is the view like around the place where you live?
海外话题 17Part 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?
海外话题 18Part 1
Books and reading habits
Do you often read books? When?
Are your reading habits now different than before?
Have you ever read a novel that has been adapted into a film?
Which do you prefer, reading books or watching movies?
Do you read more or less now than when you were younger?
海外话题 19Part 1
Collecting things
Do you collect things?
Are there any things you have kept from your childhood?
Would you keep old things for a long time? Why?
Where do you usually keep things you need?
海外话题 20Part 1
Sitting down
Where is your favorite place to sit?
Do you always sit down for a long time?
Do you feel sleepy when you are sitting down?
When you were a kid, did you usually sit on the floor?
海外话题 21Part 1
Friends
Do you have a friend you have known for a long time?
What do you usually do with your friends?
Where do you often meet each other?
Do you often go out with your friends?
How important are friends to you?
海外话题 22Part 1
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?
海外话题 23Part 1
Hobby
Do you have any hobbies?
Did you have any hobbies when you were a child?
Do you have a hobby that you've had since childhood?
Do you have the same hobbies as your family members?
海外话题 24Part 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?
海外话题 25Part 1
Electronic devices/Technology
What technology do you often use, computers or cell phones?
What electronic devices have you bought lately?
Is there any technology you want to buy?
Is technology important in your life?
Is there any technology you don't like?
What do you think are the trends in technology?
海外话题 26Part 1
Shopping
Do you like shopping?
Do you compare prices when you shop? Why?
Is it difficult for you to make choices when you shop?
Do you think expensive products are always better than cheaper ones?
海外话题 27Part 1
Dreams
Can you remember the dreams you had?
Do you share your dreams with others?
Do you think dreams have special meanings?
Do you want to make your dreams come true?
海外话题 28Part 1
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?
海外话题 29Part 1
Art
Do you like drawing?
Do you like to go to the gallery?
Do you want to learn more about art?
Did you learn drawing when you were a kid?
海外话题 30Part 1
Street market
What do people usually buy on the street?
Do you prefer to go shopping in the shopping mall or on the street market?
When was the last time you went to a street market?
Are there many street markets in your country?
海外话题 31Part 1
Taking photos
Do you like taking photos?
Do you like taking selfies?
What is your favorite family photo?
Do you want to improve your photography skills?
海外话题 32Part 1
Sports
Did you learn to play any sports as a child?
Are there any sports you would like to try in the future?
Do you believe all children should participate in sports at school?
What sports do you like to watch or play?
海外话题 33Part 1
Mobile phone
What was your first mobile phone?
Do you often use your mobile phone for texting or calls?
Will you buy a new one in the future?
How has your mobile phone changed your life?
海外话题 34Part 1
Websites
What kinds of websites do you often visit?
What is your favorite website?
Are there any changes about the websites you often visit?
What kinds of websites are popular in your country?
海外话题 35Part 1
Time management
How do you plan your time in a day?
Is it easy to manage time for you?
When do you find it hard to allocate time?
Do you like being busy?
海外话题 36Part 1
Lost and found
What will you do if you find something lost by others?
Do you report to the police when finding something lost by others? Why?
Have you ever lost things?
Will you post on social media if you lose your item?
海外话题 37Part 1
Emails
Do you often send emails?
When would you send emails to others?
Is sending emails popular in your country?
Do you think sending emails will be more or less popular in the future?
海外话题 38Part 1
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?
海外话题 39Part 1
Cinemas
Did you usually go to the cinema when you were a kid?
Do you usually go to the cinema with your friends?
Do you still enjoy watching the movies you loved as a child?
Do you prefer watching movies at home or at the cinema?
海外话题 40Part 1
Daily routine
What is your daily study routine?
Have you ever changed your routine?
Do you think it is important to have a daily routine for your study?
What part of your day do you like best?
海外话题 41Part 1
TV program
What kinds of TV programs do you often watch?
Do you think kids are watching too much?
What are the impacts of watching TV programs on children?
What kinds of TV programs do you think should be broadcast more?
海外话题 42Part 1
Memory
Why do some people have a good memory while others don't?
Why do more people rely on cell phones to memorize things?
Are you good at memorizing things?
Have you ever forgotten something that was important?
海外话题 43Part 1
Tourists
What benefits can tourism bring to a city?
What impact do tourists have on the environment?
海外话题 44Part 1
Public transportation
What kind of public transportation do you usually take?
When do you usually take public transportation, in your everyday life or when you are travelling?
Do most people prefer public transportation in your country?
Did you take public transportation when you were a kid?
Will there be more people taking public transportation in the future?
海外话题 45Part 2 / Part 3
A family member who you want to work with in the future
Describe a family member who you want to work with in the future. You should say: Who he/she is, Whether you worked together before, What kind of work you would like to do with him/her, And explain how you feel about this family member.
What kinds of family businesses are common in your country?
Is it good to work with family members? Why?
Why do people want to have a family business?
What benefits are there when working for big companies?
海外话题 46Part 2 / Part 3
An interesting neighbor
Describe an interesting neighbor. You should say: Who he/she is, How you knew him/her, What you do together, And explain why he/she is interesting.
Do you think people are familiar with their neighbors?
How can people improve the relationship with neighbors in a community?
How do children build relationships with others in a community?
Is it beneficial to get along well with neighbors?
海外话题 47Part 2 / Part 3
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.
How can rivers and lakes benefit local people?
Do you think rivers and lakes attract tourists?
How do rivers and lakes affect local tourism?
Are rivers and lakes good for transport? Why?
海外话题 48Part 2 / Part 3
Something you do that can help you concentrate on work/study
Describe something you do that can help you concentrate on work/study. You should say: What it is, How it helps you concentrate, When you do it, And explain how you feel about it.
Why is it more difficult for children to concentrate nowadays than in the past?
Do you think technology will harm children's ability to concentrate?
What kinds of jobs require high concentration at work?
Can exercise help people improve concentration?
海外话题 49Part 2 / Part 3
A traditional product in your country
Describe a traditional product in your country. You should say: What it is, When you tried this product for the first time, What it is made of, And explain how you feel about it.
Why are traditional products important?
Do you think traditions are important for a country? Why?
What are some traditional products in your country?
Why is it important for children to learn about traditional products?
海外话题 50Part 2 / Part 3
A person who you follow on social media
Describe a person who you follow on social media. You should say: Who he/she is, How you knew him/her, What he/she posts on social media, And explain why you follow him/her on social media.
What can people do on social media?
Do older people and younger people use the same kinds of social media apps?
Do older people spend much time on social media?
Are non-social media like television and newspapers still useful?
海外话题 51Part 2 / Part 3
A friend you like to talk with
Describe a friend you like to talk with. You should say: Who he/she is, What you like to talk about, Why you like to talk with him/her, And explain how you feel about him/her.
Where do young people like to meet?
What do young people talk about when they meet up?
Do you think people should be honest when talking with friends?
On what occasions do people talk with strangers?
海外话题 52Part 2 / Part 3
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?
海外话题 53Part 2 / Part 3
Something that you can't live without (not a computer/phone)
Describe something that you can't live without (not a computer/phone). You should say: What it is, What you do with it, How it helps you in your life, And explain why you can't live without it.
Why are children attracted to new things (such as electronics)?
Why do some grown-ups hate to throw out old things (such as clothes)?
Is the way people buy things affected? How?
What do you think influences people to buy new things?
海外话题 54Part 2 / Part 3
Something that surprised you and made you happy
Describe something that surprised you and made you happy. You should say: What it was, Who did this, How you found out about it and what you did, And explain why it surprised you and made you happy.
How do people express happiness in your culture?
Do you think happiness has any effect on people? How?
How can people be happy?
Is it good for people to be unhappy? Why?
海外话题 55Part 2 / Part 3
A time you were very busy
Describe a time you were very busy. You should say: When it happened, Where you were, What you did, And explain why you were busy.
Are you often busy?
What are the advantages and disadvantages when people keep busy?
Do you think children should learn through playing games or under pressure?
What kind of pressure people may experience at work?
How does technology help with time management?
Does technology distract people?
海外话题 56Part 2 / Part 3
A difficult decision that you once made and had a good result
Describe a difficult decision that you once made and had a good result. You should say: What the decision was, When you made that decision, Why it was difficult to make, And explain how you felt about the good result.
What decisions do people usually make in their daily lives?
Which is easier, making a decision by yourself or making a decision after group discussion?
Why are many young people unwilling to follow their parents' advice?
Why would middle-aged people tend to second-guess their own decisions?
海外话题 57Part 2 / Part 3
A famous person in your country
Describe a famous person in your country. You should say: Who this person is, What he/she has done, Why he/she is popular, And explain how you feel about this person.
What kinds of people are popular at work?
Are bosses more popular than employees at work?
Which one is more important, maintaining a good relationship with colleagues or doing well at work?
What benefits are there when a child is popular at school?
海外话题 58Part 2 / Part 3
An important event you celebrated
Describe an important event you celebrated. You should say: What the event was, When it happened, Who attended the event, And explain how you felt about the event.
Do people often celebrate festivals with families?
Do people often celebrate events with a large group of people or just a few people?
What kinds of events do people usually celebrate?
Do you like to celebrate important events? Why?
海外话题 59Part 2 / Part 3
A contest/competition you would like to participate in
Describe a contest/competition you would like to participate in. You should say: What the contest/competition is about, Where the contest/competition will take place, When it will be held, And explain why you would like to participate in it.
What are the contests commonly seen on TV programs?
Why are competition shows popular?
What kinds of industries need competition? Why?
Do you think it is necessary to encourage people to compete with one another in companies?
海外话题 60Part 2 / Part 3
A time when someone asked for your opinion
Describe a time when someone asked for your opinion. You should say: Who asked for your opinion, Why he/she wanted to know your opinion, What opinion you gave, And explain how you felt when he/she asked for your opinion.
What are the disadvantages of sharing opinions on the Internet?
Why do people like to express their opinions on the Internet nowadays?
Are there any apps designed for collecting opinions about products or services?
Why do some people dislike giving their opinions?
海外话题 61Part 2 / Part 3
A time when you were stuck in a traffic jam
Describe a time when you were stuck in a traffic jam. 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?
海外话题 62Part 2 / Part 3
An occasion that you lost something
Describe an occasion that you lost something. You should say: What you lost, When and where you lost it, What you did to find it, And explain how you felt about it.
What kinds of things do people usually lose?
What will people do when losing things?
Is it effective to offer rewards to find lost things?
What kinds of people may lose things often?
海外话题 63Part 2 / Part 3
A city that you think is very interesting
Describe a city that you think is very interesting. You should say: Where it is, What it is famous for, How you knew this city, And explain why you think it is very interesting.
What advantages can tourism bring to a city?
Why do some young people like to live in cities?
Do most elderly people live in the city or in the countryside?
Do you think well-developed tourism will have negative effects on local people?
海外话题 64Part 2 / Part 3
A way/change that helps you save a lot of time
Describe a way/change that helps you save a lot of time. You should say: What it is, How you implement it, How difficult it is, And explain how you feel about the way/change.
What can people do to save time?
Does technology help people save time? How and why?
Do you think parents should be responsible for teaching children to save time?
Do people who can manage time well become successful more easily?
海外话题 65Part 2 / Part 3
A quiet place you like to go
Describe a quiet place you like to go. You should say: Where it is, How you knew it, How often you go there, What you do there, And explain how you feel about the place.
Is it easy to find quiet places in your country? Why?
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 old people prefer to live in quiet places?
Why are there more noises made at home now than in the past?
海外话题 66Part 2 / Part 3
An occasion when someone gave you positive advice or suggestions about your work/study
Describe an occasion when someone gave you positive advice or suggestions about your work/study. You should say: Who the person is, What he/she said, How the advice/suggestion affected you, And explain how you felt about the advice/suggestions.
When should parents encourage their children?
Should parents always encourage their children?
Do you think negative feedback is more important than positive feedback? Why?
Why is negative feedback as important as positive feedback at work or in study?
海外话题 67Part 2 / Part 3
A time that something changed your life in good ways
Describe a time that something changed your life in good ways. You should say: When and where it happened, What happened, How you felt about it, And explain how it changed your life in good ways.
Do you like new things or changes in life?
Why do some people quit and change jobs?
How do you adapt to changes in life?
Who can adapt better to changes, children or adults?
When things like getting married or moving home happen, what kinds of things would you consider?
What are the disadvantages when people keep making changes?
海外话题 68Part 2 / Part 3
Something you do to keep fit and healthy
Describe something you do to keep fit and healthy. You should say: What it is, When you do it, Who you do it with, Why it is important to keep fit and healthy, And explain why it can help you keep fit and healthy.
How do children and old people keep fit and healthy?
What do people normally do to keep fit and healthy in your country?
How can parents help and guide their kids to keep healthy?
Do you think it is good for governments to utilize popular celebrities to help build health awareness?
海外话题 69Part 2 / Part 3
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.
How do people make friends in your country?
On what occasions do people like to make friends?
Is it important to have the same hobbies and interests when making friends?
What qualities make true friends?
海外话题 70Part 2 / Part 3
A countryside that you have been to
Describe a countryside that you have been to. You should say: Where it is, When you went there, Who you went there with, And explain why you went there.
Do people in your country like to go hiking?
Do most people prefer to live in big cities or in the countryside?
Do people go to the countryside to travel or to live?
What kind of people would like to stay in the countryside?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of living in the countryside?
What are the differences between the city and the countryside?
海外话题 71Part 2 / Part 3
A difficult decision that you made and had a good result
Describe a difficult decision that you made and had a good result. You should say: What the decision was, When you made that decision, Why it was difficult to make, And explain how you felt about the good result.
Do you think it's necessary for kids to make as many decisions by themselves as they can?
Do you think some people can make decisions without asking for advice from others?
Do you think young people are easily influenced by others when they make decisions? Why or why not?
What kinds of decisions do young people have to make?
海外话题 72Part 2 / Part 3
An ambition that you haven't achieved
Describe an ambition that you haven't achieved. You should say: What it is, Why you haven't achieved it, What you are doing about it now, And how you feel about it.
What ambitions do children usually have?
Why are some people very ambitious in their work?
Why don't some people have dreams?
How do people balance work and life?
海外话题 73Part 2 / Part 3
A time you used your cell phone/smartphone to do something important
Describe a time you used your cell phone/smartphone to do something important. You should say: What happened, When it happened, How important the cellphone/smartphone was, And explain how you felt about the experience.
What do you usually do with a cellphone?
What are the differences between young people and old people when using a cellphone?
Which one is more important, using a cellphone to make phone calls or to read messages?
Do you think there should be a law to stop people from making phone calls in public?
海外话题 74Part 2 / Part 3
A place you have been to and would like to recommend others to live there (not your hometown)
Describe a place you have been to and would like to recommend others to live there (not your hometown). You should say: Where it is, What the place is like, When you visited there, Who you went there with, And explain why you would recommend this place to others.
Why do people move from one place to another?
What should people prepare before they move to a different city?
What kinds of place do people in your country prefer to live in?
What are the benefits of living close to one's workplace?
What factors make a city livable?
Why do many people choose to move to big cities?
海外话题 75Part 2 / Part 3
A time when you helped a child
Describe a time when you helped a child. You should say: When it was, How you helped him/her, Why you helped him/her, And how you felt about it.
What can schools do to develop students' awareness of volunteering?
Why is it necessary to do volunteer services?
What can you do to help your neighbors?
Do people in your country like to help neighbors?
Why is it important to help neighbors?
Should developed countries provide technological help to developing countries?
海外话题 76Part 2 / Part 3
An invention that has changed the world in a positive way
Describe an invention that has changed the world in a positive way. You should say: What it is, What benefits it has brought, How it influences people of different ages, And explain how it changed people's lives.
What is the most helpful innovation at home?
What household appliances make us lazy?
What kinds of inventions can be used at school?
Do you think AI will replace human teachers?
海外话题 77Part 2 / Part 3
A water sport you would like to try in the future
Describe a water sport you would like to try in the future. You should say: What it is, Where you would like to try it, Whether it is difficult, And explain why you would like to try it.
Do you think it is good to teach swimming in school?
What kinds of water sports are popular nowadays?
Why do people like to live near water?
What are the advantages of water transportation?
What do you think of the people who waste water?
What are the characteristics of goods transported by water?
海外话题 78Part 2 / Part 3
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.
Why do some people have a better memory than others?
Do people like things of memorial significance?
Which can help people remember things better words or photos?
Can technology help people remember things better? How?
海外话题 79Part 2 / Part 3
A toy you liked in your childhood
Describe a toy you liked in your childhood. You should say: What kind of toy it is, When you received it, How you played it, And how you felt about it.
How do advertisements influence children?
Should advertising aimed at kids be prohibited?
What's the difference between the toys kids play now and those they played in the past?
Do you think parents should buy more toys for their kids or spend more time with them?
海外话题 80Part 2 / Part 3
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?
海外话题 81Part 2 / Part 3
A time you visited a new place
Describe a time you visited a new place. You should say: Where the new place is, When you went there, Why you went there, And explain how you feel about the place.
Which do you prefer, living in a city or only visiting it as a tourist?
How do young children react when they go to school for the first time?
How do young and old people react differently to new things?
Why do some people want to go to college far away from home?
海外话题 82Part 2 / Part 3
A rule you dislike and would like to change in the future
Describe a rule you dislike and would like to change in the future. You should say: What it is, What it is for, Why you don't like it, And explain why you would like to change it.
What are the rules students should follow at school?
Why do some people break the law without realizing it?
Are the rules at school good or bad? Why?
What rules should children follow at home?
How are people punished when parking at a wrong spot?
海外话题 83Part 2 / Part 3
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.
When do people normally send gifts to others?
Which do people give on traditional festivals, red envelopes or other kinds of gifts?
Is it hard to choose a gift?
Will people feel happy when receiving an expensive gift?
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An item of clothing that someone gave you
Describe an item of clothing that someone gave you. You should say: What the clothing was, Who gave it to you, When you got it, And explain why this person gave you the clothing.
Have you ever given clothes to others?
Why do people dress casually in everyday life but dress formally at work?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of wearing uniforms at work and school?
Why do people from different countries wear different clothing?
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A place in a village that you visited
Describe a place in a village that you visited. You should say: Where it is, When you visited this place, What you did there, And how you feel about this place.
Is there anything special about the villages in your country?
Why do people want to go to the countryside?
What do people usually do when they visit a village?
Do you think people will live in villages in the future?
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A skill that you learned from older people
Describe a skill that you learned from older people. You should say: What the skill is, Who you learned it from, How you learned it, And how you feel about it.
What can children learn from their parents?
What knowledge can children learn from their grandparents?
What kind of help do you think older people need?
What skills can young people learn from older people?
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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 was 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?
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An interesting song
Describe an interesting song. You should say: What the song is, What story the song tells, Whether the song is popular, And explain why you think it is interesting.
Why are many music competitions popular in your country?
What kinds of music do young people like?
What kinds of people like traditional music?
What are the differences between live concert and online concert?
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A person who contributes to the society
Describe a person who contributes to the society. You should say: Who this person is, How you knew him/her, What type of work he/she does, And explain why you think he/she contributes to the society.
What jobs are well-paid?
What are the changes in working conditions?
What are the impacts of the epidemic on the work environment?
Do you think younger people should be lower-paid than older people?
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A long walk you ever had
Describe a long walk you ever had. You should say: When this happened, Where you walked, Who you were with, And explain how you felt about this long walk.
What outdoor activities do people like?
What are the differences between the outdoor activities children did in the past and now?
Is leisure time important to everyone? Why?
Do women have more leisure time than men?
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Someone you really like to spend time with
Describe someone you really like to spend time with. You should say: Who this person is, How you knew him/her, What you usually do together, And explain why you like to spend time with him/her.
What kinds of people are easy to get along with?
How do leaders get along with their subordinates?
Do people have time for themselves nowadays?
Do you like talking with older people? Why?
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An interesting discussion you had with a friend
Describe an interesting discussion you had with a friend. You should say: What the discussion was about, What opinions you and your friend had, Why you think the discussion was interesting, And how you felt about it.
When do children normally form their own views?
Do children have strong opinions?
Should parents request their kids to obey them?
In what industries do you think communication is a necessary skill?
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Something you received for free
Describe something you received for free. You should say: What it was, Who you received it from, Where you received it, And how you felt about it.
Do you think people should pay for higher education? Why?
Is it good or bad for people to have free education in the future?
What free gifts do companies usually give to their customers?
Why do customers like to receive free gifts from companies?
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Something that was broken in your home and then repaired
Describe something that was broken in your home and then repaired. You should say: What it is, How it was broken, How you got it repaired, And how you felt about it.
Are IT-related jobs valued more by society?
Is the quality of products worse than before?
What kinds of things do people like to repair by themselves?
Why do people like to get their mobile phones repaired in specialized stores?
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A house or an apartment you would like to live in
Describe a house or an apartment you would like to live in. You should say: What it is like, Where it would be, Why you would like to live in this house/apartment, And how you feel about this house/apartment.
What kinds of apartments are the most popular?
What are the differences between houses that young people and old people like?
What are the differences between apartments and houses?
Do people usually rent or buy a house? Why?
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A person you only met once and want to know more about
Describe a person you only met once 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.
How do people make friends in your country?
On what occasions do people like to make friends?
Is it important to have the same hobbies and interests when making friends?
What qualities make true friends?
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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, And explain why you think it was successful.
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?
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A story someone told you and you remember
Describe a story someone told you and you remember. You should say: What the story was about, Who told you this story, Why you remember it, And how you feel about it.
Do young children like the same stories as older children?
How has technology changed storytelling?
How do people tell stories to children?
Why do children like stories?
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A person whose job is useful to the society
Describe a person whose job is useful to the society. You should say: Who this person is, What type of work he/she does, What kind of skills he/she has, And explain why you think he/she contributes to the society.
What kind of jobs are well-paid in your country?
What kind of jobs receive a low income?
What kind of jobs deserve a high salary?
Do you think doctors should be well-paid?
Who should receive a higher salary, young people or older people?
Do you think schools should provide career advice to students?