IELTS Speaking test topics+questions in Oct - Dec 2015 Part 1 topics !Hanging Out Teachers Being Alone Accommodation Hometown Work Studies Names Swimming Photography History Snacks Sport Film Fruits Writing Reading Music Museums Countryside Being Hurry Colour Helping Others Travel Transportation Sleeping Sky Holidays Social Network Group work Math Memory Newspapers Messages !!!!

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!Part 1 questions !Hanging out !How often do you hang out with friend ? Where do you often hang out? Why? Do you want to hang out with a group of people or with a few friends? What do you usually do when you hangout with friend? Would you like to hangout with strangers ? !Teachers Who are more important , the teachers or the students? What can you learn from teachers? Why are interesting teachers and students important? Do you want to be a teacher? Which teacher impressed you most when you were a student? !Being alone Do you like spending time alone? When was the last time you were alone? What do you usually do when you are alone? Do you think it’s good to have time to yourself? Do you wish to have more time by yourself? !Accommodation Can you describe the place where you live? Are the transport facilities to your home very good? Can yoou describe the room you live in? What can you see when you look out the window of your room? In the future, what type of place would you like to live in? !Hometown Where are you come from? What tourist attractions are there in your hometown? What do you think needs to change in your hometown? What do you like about youe hometown? For you, what benefits are there to live in a big city? !Work What job do you do? Is that a popular choice of career in your contry? Would you say your job is very important? Is it easy to find work doing your job? Do you think it’s very important for people to do a job that they like ? !Studies Where do you study? What subject are you studying? What do you do with your classmates after classes? What wouuld you like to do after graduation?

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Do you think your subject will be useful in the future? !Names Does your name have any special meaning? Do you likke your name? What name do people at home call you? How are babies given their names in China? Do people in China ever change their names? !Swimming Can you swim? Do you like swimming? Where do (or can )people go swimming in your hometown (or, near your home )? Why do many people like swimming? Do you think it’s important to know how to swim? !Phorography Do you like to take photographs? What kind of photos do you like to take? How do you keep your photos? Why do some people nit like taking photographs? Who do some people like taking photographs when they visit another place? !History Do you like (to learn about )history? Do you think history is important? Do you think you can learn history from films or TV programs? Do you think the internet is a good way to learn about history? Does your country have a long history? !Snacks What is your favourite snack? What kind of snack is popular in your country? When do you usually have snacks? Whats are the benefits of having a snack? Who prefer snacks, men or women /the young or the old? !Sport What’s your favourite sport? What sports do Chinese people like? What game did you watch last time? Do you prefer to watch sport on TV or live? Do you think it’s important for children to play sports? !Film Do you like to watch films? Do you like to watch foreign flms? Do you prefer to watch films in a cinema or at home? (Why ?) What kind of films do you like to watch? (Why?) Is there any kind of film that you don’t like to watch?(Why?) !

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Fruits Do you like to eat fruit(s) and vegetables? What’s your favourite fruit? Do you think people should eat more fruits and vegetables? What are he bebefits for children from eating fruits and vegetables? How much fruit and vegetables do you think a person nees to stay healthy ? !Writing Do you often write things? Do you usually write by hand or write using a computer? Do you think computers might one day replace handwriting? How can children improve ( or , practice ) their handwriting? What impression does a person’s handwriting has on other people? !Reading Do you like reading? What types of things (books) do you like reading? What types of things( books) do you dislike reading? Do you think it’s important for childrren to read? Would you like to wite a book? !Music Do you like music? What’s your favourite kindn of music? Have you ever learned to plat a musical instrument? Which instrument would you prefer o study – theh piano or the vilin? Do you think it’s important for a children to learn ) to play )a musical instrument? !Museums Are there any museums or art galleries in your hometown? Have you even visited any of there art galleries or museums? Do people in China like visiting museums and art galleries? What can people learn from art galleries and museums? Do you think going to museums and art galleries is benefival for children? !Countryside Have you even been to the countryside? Do you like living in the countryside? What are he advantages and disadvantages of living in the countryside? Whats are the differences between living in cities and living in the countryside? The difference between the relatonship of neighbours in the countryside and that in the city?!!Being Hurry What have you done in a hurry? What are the disadvantages of doing something in a hurry? What kind of things will you not do in a hurry? Do people in your country often do something in a hurry? Do you have hurry – sickness? !Colour

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What was your favourite colour when you were a kid? Are you going to like the same colour when you are old? Do you think colur was very important for you to choose something when you were a kid? Do you prefer the light colour or dark colour? What colour will not be seen/used in your home? Why? !Helping other Do you think it’s important to help others? Can you dive me an examle of helping others? Who taught you to help others? Do you like your neighbours? Do you like to help others? !Travel Do you like to travel (in your holidays or fre time)? (Why?) What do you like about travelling? What form of transport do you prefer to use when you travel? Which country would you like to travel to in the future? Do you prfer travelling alone or with friends ? !Transportation Do you often use public transportation? What kind(s) of transport do you usually use? What do you think of the transport condtions in your hometown? Do you think tansportation costs are expensive in your hometown? Can you suggest any ways to improve the transport system in your hometown? !Sleeping How many hours do you sleep ever day? Why? Is it necessary to sleep enough? Is taking a nap important? Do old people sleep a lot? Do you think staying up late is a good thing? !Sky Do you like to watch the sky? Do you prefer the sky during the day or at night? Have you learnt any courses about stars or planets? Do you like looking at the stars? Where is a good place to watchh stars? !Holidays What public holidays do you like? Do you think the more public holidays the better? What did you do in your last holiday? Do you think we should have mor holidays? What do you usually do on traditional holidays in China? !Social network Is social networking very popular in China nowadays? How did you first learn about social networking?

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Will the social network be more and more popular? What are the disadvantages of social networking? Should parents allow their children to use social networks? !Group work Do you prefer group-work or working alone? What are the benefits of group-work? Did youe have any experience of group working when you were young ? how about now? What is the most difficult part of group working? What kind of people would like to work in groups? !Math When did you start studying math? Is it important to study math? Do you use calculators? What uses does math have? How do you become a good math learner? !Memory Are you good at memorizing things? How do you memorize things? Have you ever forgotten something that is important? How do you remember something important? Who do you think can remember things easier? The old or the young? !Newspapers Do you often read newspapers? Which do you prefer reading, magazines or newspapers? Do you think it’s important to read newspapers?( Why?/Why not?) Why do (you think) people read newspapers? What are some methods that newspapers use to attract readers? !Messages Would you text if he/ she doesn’t answer the phone? Do you like texting? Do you often use cell phones? Do you think that telephones might be replaced one day in the future? Would you rather text or make a phone call? !!!

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Part 2 + Part 3 !People A Famous Person A Person Whose Job Is Important A Friend Who Travels By Air A Fashionable Person A Foreign Language Speaker !!

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A Famous Person Describe a famous person. 　　You should say: 　　1.who he or she is 　　2.what kind of person he or she is 　　3.what this person did to become famous 　　4.and explain why you like this famous person. !Part 3 　　1. How do people become famous? 　　2. Why do you think some people want to be famous? 　　3. Do you want to be famous? 　　4. What impact can being famous have on a person? 　　5. What influence do (or can) famous people have on society (or, other people)? 　　6. What are the benefits (and disadvantages) of being famous? 　　7. Do you think the family of a famous person can experience any problems as a result of the fame of one of their family members? !!A Person Whose Job Is Important Describe a person who has an interesting or important job. You should say: who the person is where the person works what does the person do and explain why you think the person’s job is interesting or important. !Part 3 !What job do young people like to do nowadays? Why do many people lose their job? Why do many people fail to find a job? Who give you advice when looking for a job? !A Friend Who Travels By Air Describe a person who likes to travel by plane. You should say: Who the person is How you know him/her Where this person travels to And explain why this person likes to travel by planes. !Part 3

• What are the advantages and disadvantages of travelling by plane? • Is it good to live nearby an airport? • Do the people in your country like to travel by plane? • What kinds of people often travel by plane? • What kinds of transportation do you choose when you go on a long journey? • Why do some people dislike air travel? !

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!!!A Fashionable Person Describe a fashionable person. 　　You should say: 　　who he or she is 　　how you knew him or her 　　what he or she is like 　　and explain why you think he or she is fashionable. 　 Part 3 　　Where do people in your country usually buy their clothes? 　　Are there any differences between men and women when they go shopping for clothes? 　　Why are some people so keen to buy "designer clothes"? 　　Do people in your country ever buy second-hand clothes? 　　What are the advantages of having your clothes made for you by a tailor (or dressmaker)? !!!!A Foreign Language Speaker Describe a person who knows a foreign language well. 　　You should say: 　　who this person is 　　what language he or she knows 　　how often he or she use it 　　and explain why you think this person can speak this language well. 　 Part 3 　　What do you think is the best way to learn a foreign language? 　　Why do you going overseas is the best way to learn a foreign language? 　　How do you think people from different cultures might come into conflict with each other? 　　Many people say that "the world is getting smaller". What do they mean? 　　How are foreign cultures influencing China? !!

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地点题 Place !A Street You Know Well A Country You Want To Visit A Park Or Garden A Cafe Or Restaurant A Place To Relax An Unforgettable Place A Reading Place !!!!

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A Street You Know Well !Describe a street you know well. You should say: where it is what are the main buildings around how often you go there and explain how you feel about this street. !!Part 3 What kinds of streets are popular in China ? Are there any famous streets in your country? Is traffic jams a big problem in your country ? Why should people follow traffic rules ? Do you like big cities ? What do you like are the advantages of living in a city ? Do you think cities are more suitable for young people or old people ? !!A Country You Want To Visit A foreign country you want to visit but haven’t been to. You should say: Where this place is What it is like What you can do in this country And explain why you want to visit this country !Part 3

• Where do most of the people go in your country? • What are the differences between traveling to other counties and living there? • Do you think we need to respect the region and culture when you go to other

countries? • What are the effects of globalization? • What are the advantages of travelling? • What are the advantages and disadvantages brought by travelling to a country? • What are the advantages for travelling alone? • Why do more and more people choose to travel abroad? • Will you choose to travel abroad or take a nationwide travel? • What are the advantages for a nationwide travel? • What foreign countries will you choose to be the designation for a travel? Why? • What are the disadvantages for a nationwide travel? How to solve this problem. • Will you choose to have the service of travel agent? • Travelling to which countries is cheaper? • Will you take a travel to Africa? • Travel causes pollution problems. How to change this phenomenon? • What advice would you give to the foreigners travelling to your country? • What kind of troubles would be caused by travellers? • !!!

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!!A Park Or Garden Describe a garden you visited and liked. 　　You should say: 　　1.where it was 　　2.what you saw in this garden 　　3.what you did there 　　4.and explain why you like it. 　 Part 3 　　1. What do people usually do when they go to a garden in the city? 　　2. Do people of different ages do different things when they visit a garden? 　　3. Do you think the government has built enough public gardens in your country (or, hometown)? 　　4. Do you think that's a good way for city governments to spend money? !!A Cafe Or Restaurant Describe a café or restaurant you like to visit. A restaurant you like (to go to)/ that impress you. Where this café/restaurant is What type of food and drink this place serves How often you visit this place And explain why you like to visit this place !Part 3

• What do like to have for dinner/lunch in China? • Do you prefer to eat at home or outside? • What are the benefits of eating out? • What are the benefits of eating out? • Do you prefer Chinese food or western food? • D young people like to eat traditional Chinese food? • Which food do you think is healthier, restaurant or home-cooked food? • In your opinion, what is a “healthy food”? • Do you think children should learn to cook? • !

A Place To Relax Describe a place to relax. 　　You should say: 　　where it is 　　what it is like 　　how to spend time there 　　and explain why you feel relaxed there. !Part 3 　　Is it important for people to relax? 　　What are the benefits of relaxing? 　　Compare how young people relax with how older people relax. 　　Are there any differences to the ways people relax compared to, say, 20 or 50 years ago?

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　　In the future, do you think people will have more time than now to relax, or less time? !!An Unforgettable Place Describe a place you went for a short period of time but you want to go back again. 　　You should say: 　　where it is 　　who you went with 　　what did you do there 　　and explain why you want to go back again. 　 Part 3 　　Do you think the way people travel now is different to the way people used to travel in the past? 　　Why do some people prefer train travel to traveling by plane? 　　Where do people from your country like to travel to when they take a holiday trip? 　　What can people learn from traveling to another country? 　　What do (you think) children enjoy most when they go on a short trip? !!A Reading Place Describe a place where you can read or write.(not your home) 　　You should say: 　　where this place is 　　how often you go there 　　how long you stay there 　　and explain why you like to read there. 　 Part 3 　　Does noise ever cause a problem for you? 　　Do you like going to libraries? 　　What information can people get from libraries? 　　How can noise be controlled? 　　What kind of books are popular in your country? !!

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事件类 Event !An Educational Trip A Long Journey By Car A Long Walk A Time You Looked At Sky A Time You Forgot Something A Journey You Remember If A Day Off A Recent Happy Event A Situation Sb Made Noise A Time You Waited A Pleasant Surprise A Happy Family Event A Stage Of Life A Disagreement With A Friend An Unexpected Meet A Time You Got Up Early !!

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An Educational Trip !Describe an educational trip you went on when you were in school. 　　You should say: 　　when and where you went 　　who you went with 　　what you did 　　and explain what you learnt on this trip. 　　Part 3 　　In general, how do people in China get to (= travel to) work? 　　How could the transportation systems in your city be improved? 　　How does international travel influence the economy of countries (or, a country)?!　　What are some of the problems that could occur when one travels overseas? 　　Compare the value of traveling to new places for children and for adults. !!A Long Journey By Car = a journey you remembered Describe a long car journey you went on. You should say: Where you went What you did at this place Who you went there with And explain why you went on that journey by car. !Part 3

• Why do people like to have private car? • Is it a good thing that everyone has their own car? • What’s the difference between men and women’s preference on cars? • What will cars be like in the future? !

A Long Walk 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 the walk !Part 3

• What do you think are the benefits of walking? • Did you like walking when you were young? • Who is most suitable for long walking? • What are the most popular outdoor sports in China? • Why do some people dislike walking? • Who is more suitable for walking? • Do Chinese people like to play indoor sports or outdoor sports? !!!

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A Time You Looked At Sky Describe a time you watched the sky. You should say: When this happened Who you were with What you saw And how you felt about watching the sky !Part 3

• What can we do to solve air pollution? • Have you ever thought of travelling to outer space? • Would children be benefited from watching stars? • Did you like to watch the sky when you were young? !!!

A Time You Forgot Something Describe a time that you forgot something important. You should say: When this happened What you forgot to do Who you were with And the consequences of forgetting it !Part 3

• Why do old people forget about things easily • What are the tips of keeping things in mind? • What kinds of things people can do to prevent poor memory? • How can technology help people improve memory? • Do you think memory is important for language learning? !!!

!!If A Day Off Describe something you would like to do if you are given a day off. You should say: What you like to do Who would you like to be with Where you would like to do it And explain how you would feel about at the end of the day !Part 3

• Are people busier than before? • What do Chinese people like to do if they are not busy? • Do you like short holidays or long holidays? • Do you think it’s important for people to have leisure time? • Do old people and young people spend their leisure time in the same way?

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• !A Recent Happy Event =A Happy Family Event Describe a happy family event that you remember well. 　　You should say: 　　1.what the event was 　　2.when and where it happened 　　3.what you saw or did 　　4.and explain why you remember this event so well. 　 Part 3 　　1. Describe a typical family in your country. 　　2. What is the role of mother and father in your family? 　　3. At what age young people in China are considered adults? 　　4. How to help children become mature? 　　5. Is it good to have only one child? !!A Situation Sb Made Noise Describe a time someone or something made noise. You should say: When this happened Who this person was/ what this thing was What kinds of noise it was And explain what you did when you heard the noise. !Part 3

• Is noise pollution serious in your country? • Where can you head loud noise? • Do you think there is more noise in people’s lives today than in the past? • Do you think that cities will become noisier in the future? • What would you do if neighbours were noisy all the time? • Do you like to go to places where there are many people? !!

A Time You Waited Describe an occasion you waited for someone. 　　You should say: 　　1.when it happened 　　2.who you were waiting for 　　3.where you waited 　　4.and explain how you felt when you were waiting. 　 Part 3 　　1. Do you like waiting or being waited? 　　2. What do you feel if you waited someone for a long time? 　　3. Do you think punctuality is very important? 　　4. Have you been late for anything? 　　5. Should everyone be on time? !A Pleasant Surprise Describe a pleasant surprise you had.

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　　You should say: 　　1.when and where it happened 　　2.who gave you the surprise 　　3.why they gave you the surprise 　　4.and explain how you felt about it. 　 Part 3 　　1. Do Chinese people like surprises? 　　2. Do you always get excited by surprises? 　　3. Can people learn how to be happy? 　　4. How do Chinese people think of money? 　　5. Would you be happy when you don't buy anything while shopping? !!A Stage Of Life Describe an age or a stage of life that was enjoyable to you. 　　You should say: 　　when it was 　　what you did during that period of life 　　who was with 　　and explain why you think it was enjoyable to you. 　 Part 3 　　What's the legal marriage age in China? 　　Do you think these age limits might be changed in the future? Why? Changed to what ages? Why not? 　　In China, is there any special celebration when people become adults? 　　Do people in China celebrate retirement from work? 　　What's the attitude in China towards old people? !A Disagreement With A Friend Describe a time you had disagreement with a friend. 　　You should say: 　　when and where it happened 　　what you disagreed on 　　how you resolved the disagreement 　　and explain how felt about the disagreement. 　 Part 3 　　Do you think friendship is important? (Why?) 　　Which do you think is more important, friends or family? 　　Do you often have disagreement? 　　Why do people have disagreement? 　　How can a boss have a good relationship with his or her employees? !An Unexpected Meet Describe a time when you were surprised to meet someone you know. 　　You should say: 　　who this person was 　　when and where you met this person 　　what you said to him/her

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　　and explain how you felt when you met him/her. !　Part 3 　　Do Chinese people like surprises? 　　What makes a good friend? 　　Is it good to meet without introduction? 　　Do you like making friends with foreigners? 　　How would you surprise your friends for their birthdays? !A Time You Got Up Early Describe a time you got up extremely early. 　　You should say: 　　when it was 　　what time you got up 　　how you feel when you got up 　　and explain why you got up early. 　 Part 3 　　How many hours do Chinese people usually sleep? 　　Compare the sleeping habits of young people and old people in your country. 　　Is it important to be on time? 　　What kind of people get up early? 　　Do you think it is good to take a nap in the afternoon? !!

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!物品题 Object !A Success A Song An Article About Health A Useful Thing You Borrowed An Art Activity An Ideal House A Film You Enjoyed An Important Conversation A Skill To Learn A Piece Of Artwork An Environment Law A Traditional Festival Something You Want To Learn A Book U Liked To Read A Photo Or Painting A Special Toy An Exciting Sport An Electronic Equipment A Team U Were Part Of An Activity To Keep Fit An Educational TV Program A Paid Job A Change To Local Area An Indoor Game A Successful Company A Special Thing !!

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!A Success Describe something that you would like to succeed in doing. 　　You should say: 　　- what it is 　　- how difficult you think it would be 　　- what you should do to prepare for this 　　and explain why you want to succeed in doing this. 　 Part 3 　　What's your understanding of the word, "success"? 　　Do you think having lots of money equals success? 　　At what age do you think people are most eager to be successful? (Why?) 　　Who do you think works harder (at trying to be successful), old people or young people? 　　Do you think it's important for everyone to feel that they have had some successes in life? 　　Do you think it's a good idea to reward children after they achieve a significant success (such as high grades in a test)? 　　What do Chinese parents mean when they say their son or daughter is "successful"? 　　What are the benefits of success? 　　Are there any negative results of success? (Hint: The envy of others.) 　　Has the great financial success of some famous people ever made you feel envious? (Who? Why?) 　　How should parents reward their children for success, for example, for doing very well in exams at school? 　　Do you think this kind of reward is very effective? 　　Do you think rewards such as that are important (= necessary)? 　　How do teachers in China reward students for doing well? (What do you think is the best way for teachers to reward students?) 　　Do you think teachers should praise children when the children do well in school? 　　How would you (= how do you) define a successful teacher? 　　Who has the greater influence on children, teachers or parents? 　　How do bosses in China reward employees for a job well done? 　　Do you think financial rewards at work are the only or the best way for companies to reward employees? !! A Childhood Song 　　Describe a song or melody that you remember from your childhood. 　　You should say: 　　where you heard this song or melody 　　how old you were when you first heard it 　　what the song was about 　　and explain how you felt when you heard this song. 　 part3 　　1: Is music an important part of the culture in your country? 　　2: Would you say that people of all ages like music? 　　3: Has music in China changed much in the past 30 years or so?

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　　4: Compare Western and Chinese music. 　　5: What are the benefits of music for (young) children? !An Article About Health 　Describe an article you read about healthy life. 　　You should say: 　　where you read it from 　　when you read it 　　what the article was about 　　and explain what you thought of this article !Part3 Do you think those articles about healthy living in magazines or on TV are really useful? What do people in your country do to stay healthy? Do you think people in your country are living a healthy life ? Why do some people have unhealthy lifestyles? What kinds of food would you say are healthy food ? !A Useful Thing You Borrowed Describe useful thing that you once borrowed. You should say: What you borrowed Who lent this thing to you What kinds of features this thing has And explain why you think it is useful !Part 3

• Will borrowing things make people uncomfortable • What would you do if you don’t want to lend something to others? • Why do people dislike lending valuable items? • What would you do if your friends didn’t give back what they borrowed from you? !

An Art Activity Describe an art or craft activity you did at school. You should say: When this happened What you did in the activity Who you did it with And explain how you felt about this activity !Part 3

• Have you attended any lessons about art? What have you learned? • Should children learn more about art? • Why do some people think it is difficult to understand art? • Do you think it’s important to cultivate the appreciation of art on children? !

An Ideal House Describe the ideal home that you would like to live in. 　　You should say:

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　　1.where it would be 　　2.what type of house it would be 　　3.how you would decorate it 　　4.and explain why you would like to live in this kind of home. 　　Part 3 　　Housing in China 　　1. Would you prefer to live in a flat (= apartment) or a house? (Why?) 　　2. Compare houses that rural people live in with the flats (apartments) that most city people live in. 　　3. Do you think the prices of house in China are too expensive for the average person?!　　4. What is the government doing about this problem? 　　5. Do you think the government should help low-income people buy a house? 　　6. How can these problems be addressed? 　　7. How does living in high-rise apartments affect the people who live there? 　　8. The Relationship between the Environment and Building Design 　　9. How do buildings in different parts of China differ from each other? 　　10. For example, how are buildings in southern China different to those in northern China? 　　11. What factors are important when designing a building? In what ways can buildings be more environmentally friendly'? !!A Film You Enjoyed what film it was 　　who the actors were 　　what the film was about 　　and explain why you enjoyed this film. !　 Part 3 What kinds of films are most popular in your country? 　　What kinds of films do young people (i.e., people aged 15 to 25) like to watch? 　　What kinds of films do children (i.e., people aged 4 to 12) like to watch? 　　What kinds of films do you prefer to watch? 　　Do you think films have much influence on young people? 　　What about children - what impact do films have on children? 　　Do you think films that show violence can affect children? 　　Do you think parents should supervise what films their children watch? 　　Do you ever learn anything from watching a film? 　　Do you think that you can learn about other (foreign) cultures from watching films? 　　In what ways can a country's culture be represented in a film? 　　To what extent do films influence a country's culture? 　　How could a film enrich (or, strengthen) a country's culture? 　　The Film Industry 　　In your opinion, what is a "good" film (and what is a "bad" film)? 　　In your opinion, what is a "successful" film? 　　Do you think it's necessary for film-makers to spend a lot of money in order to produce a successful (or, a good) film? 　　Do you think we will continue to have cinemas in the future?

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　　In the future, do you think that cinemas will be replaced by DVD's (and/or films downloaded off the internet)? 　　What do you think would be the result if everyone watched films on DVD (instead of going to the cinema)? !An Important Conversation Describe an important conversation that influenced you. You should say: When this happened Who you were talking with What you talked about And explain how this conversation influenced you. !Part 3

• How do people communicate with each other nowadays? • Do you think women like to chat more than men? • What’s the difference between chatting and gossiping? • Who do you prefer to chat with, you parents or your friends? • Do you think it’s possible to determine how sincere a person is the first time you

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A Skill To Learn Describe a new skill you want to learn. You should say: What it is Where you can learn it How to learn it And explain why you want to learn it !Part 3

• Do you like to learn new skills constantly? • What’s the most difficult thing for learning? • What kinds of skills are practical for university students to learn? • What’s the most important skill a person needs to have? • Do you think men and women should learn the same skills? • Why do boys tend to have better critical thinking skills !

A Piece Of Artwork Describe a painting or a work of art in your school. You should say: When you first say this work of art Where you saw it What it looked like And explain your feelings about this work of art when you saw it. !Part 3

• What forms of visual art are popular in your country? • Do you think art is important for people’s life? • Are there many art exhibitions in your country? • Do you think people should be able to see these exhibitions from free?

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!!An Environment Law Describe a law about environment you would like to see in the future. You should say: What this law would be about How this law will take effects Why it is important to have this law And what changes will happen because of this law !Part 3

• Why is it important to obey law? • Is it good thing to break rules sometimes? • Why do some people say that rules are made to be broken? • Why do schools make rules? • What can parents and teachers do to help children follow rules? • Do you think it is necessary for children to wear school uniforms? !!

A Traditional Festival What it is. 　　When it is celebrated. 　　How it is celebrated. 　　What you usually do on that day. 　　What you like and what you dislike about it. !Part 3

• Do you think these traditions will be lost in the future? • Do you think it’s important to maintain traditional festivals? • What is the value of traditions? • Which do young people prefer, traditional ways of doing things or new ways? Why? • Should young people celebrate foreign festivals? • Why do more and more young people prefer to celebrate festival with their friends

rather than with their families? !Something You Want To Learn - what it is - when you first became interested in it - how you would learn it - and explain why you would like to learn more about this topic. 　 Part 3 　　Learning 　　Do you think that there is a lot to learn nowadays? 　　Is it important to learn new things? 　　What qualities do people who like learning have? 　　Who do you think learns easier, adults or children? 　　Who do you think is more receptive to learning, adults or children? 　　How important do you think childhood education is? 　

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Adult Education 　　Do you think adult education is important? 　　So, why do people go to work and stop learning things after they graduate from university? 　　Who do you think should pay for this education? 　　What facilities are there in your hometown for adults (working people) to continue learning? 　　Do you think governments should support adult education? 　　Information 　　In your opinion, what has the greater influence on a child's development, his or her family or other things? 　　What are the main sources of knowledge or information that are available today? 　　Is this different to the past? 　　What do you think is the most convenient way to get information? 　　Do you think that government should provide free public libraries for the people? 　　Do you think information that we find on the internet is reliable? !!A Book U Liked To Read Describe a book you liked to read in your childhood. 　　You should say: 　　who wrote this book 　　what it is about 　　when you read it 　　and explain why you liked it. 　 Part 3 　　Do children prefer to read or to watch TV? (Why?) 　　What kind of books do children like reading (today)? 　　What are the benefits that children derive from reading? 　　How can parents encourage their children to read more? 　　What are the differences between watching TV and reading? !!A Photo Or Painting Describe a photo or painting you like in your home. 　　You should say: 　　when and where the photo was taken 　　which room it is in 　　what there are in the photo 　　and explain why you like it. 　 Part 3 　　Do many people in China take photographs? 　　Some people don't like taking photographs. Can you make any guesses about why? 　　Why do some people (papparazi) invade the privacy of celebrities by taking photographs of these celebrities? 　　Do you think news photographs are an important part of newspaper stories? 　　Compare old cameras with those in use today. !A Special Toy

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Describe a special toy you had in your childhood. 　　You should say: 　　1.what it was 　　2.who gave it to you 　　3.how often you played with it 　　4.and explain why it was special to you. 　 Part 3 　　1. What kind of toy would you give if you had children? 　　2. Compared with the toys that children play nowadays, is there any toy you didn’t have when you were young? 　　3. Do you think children should play with hi-tech toys? !An Exciting Sport Describe an exciting sport you know. 　　You should say: 　　1.what the sport is 　　2.how you know about it 　　3.and explain why you think it is exciting. 　 Part 3 　　1. How do you think of extreme sports? 　　2. Should governments ban dangerous sports for young people? 　　3. Would you encourage young people to do these sports? 　　4. What kinds of ball games do Chinese people like to do? 　　5. What kinds of sports can people in your country watch on TV? !An Electronic Equipment Describe an electronic equipment you are familiar with. 　　You should say: 　　what the equipment is 　　when you bought it 　　what you can do with it 　　and explain why it is special to you. 　 Part 3 　　Do you think it's important for employees (in industry) to be trained to use the equipment at work? 　　What do you think are the benefits of using modern equipment and devices (in the home)? 　　Do you agree that older people have difficulties in using (advanced) modern equipment? 　　How can we help elderly people to use these modern devices? 　　Do you think that the use of so much labour-saving equipment in the home tends to make people lazy? !A Team U Were Part Of Describe a team you were part of. 　　You should say: 　　when the team was formed 　　who else participated in it

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　　what you did there 　　and explain why you became part of the team. 　 Part 3 　　What do children (or, young people) usually do in groups? 　　Do you like co-operating with others? 　　What qualities (attributes) does a person need to be able to co-operate with others? 　　Which is more popular in your country, team sports or individual sports? 　　Do you think co-operation between countries is important? !!An Activity To Keep Fit Describe an activity you do to keep fit. 　　You should say: 　　what you do 　　when you started doing it 　　how much time you spend doing it 　　and explain how this activity helps you keep fit. 　 Part 3 　　Do you think most Chinese people lead a healthy lifestyle nowadays? 　　What are the advantages or disadvantages of spending your leisure time with your work colleagues? 　　Do you think employers should provide recreational facilities for their employees? 　　How is the time and length of annual holidays decided in China? 　　At what age do people retire in China? !!An Educational TV Program Describe an educational TV program that you have seen You should say: What this educational TV program is about How often you watch or listen to this program How they influence people And explain why this program is educational !Part 3

• What kinds of programs are most popular in your country? • How are television programs in China today different from those in the past? • How do TV affect people? • Are there any bad effects of TV? !!

A Paid Job Describe a paid job you or someone you know did. 　　You should say: 　　what job it was 　　when and where you or this person did the job 　　how long the job lasted 　　and explain why you or this person chose to do this job. 　

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Part 3 　　What do you think of the working conditions in your country at the moment? 　　Do you think most people's working conditions in your country today are better than in the past? 　　Do you think it's reasonable (or, fair) that people have different salary levels? 　　As well as a salary, what other (minimum) benefits do you think all employees should receive? 　　How can young people get help in choosing a career? !A Change To Local Area Describe a change that will improve your local area. 　　You should say: 　　what the change is 　　why the change is needed 　　whether there will be any problems associated with change 　　and explain how it will improve your local area. 　 Part 3 　　Does everyone like changes to their hometown? 　　In general, what are some of the reasons why changes occur to cities? 　　Do you think government should consult the views of the people before these changes are carried out? 　　What effects does a fast-growing population have on a city? 　　What are some differences between young people in the past and at present? !!An Indoor Game 　　Describe an indoor game that you played when you were a child. 　　You should say: 　　what the game was 　　where you played it 　　who you played it with 　　and explain why you enjoyed this game. !Part 3 　　How do people (in your country) feel about indoor activities? 　　What are the benefits of doing indoor activities? 　　Who do you think spends more time indoors, young people or old(er) people? 　　What are some examples of work that people do indoors? 　　Compare the advantages and disadvantages of working indoors and working outdoors?!!A Small Successful Company 　　Describe a small company that you think is successful. 　　You should say: 　　what the name is 　　how you know about it 　　what does this company do 　　and explain why do you think it is successful. 　 Part 3

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　　Do you think it's easier to be an employee in a company or to be a company owner? 　　What are the advantages of owning your own business? 　　How do small businesses attract customers (or clients)? 　　Do you think it's easy to have your own business (your own company) in China? 　　What can be done to ensure that customers' rights and interests are not encroached upon? !Describe a special thing you want to buy in the future. 　　You should say: 　　what it is 　　why you want to buy it 　　how long do you want to have it 　　and explain how to get it. 　 Part 3 　　What things are people buying nowadays in China? 　　Which do you think are better, big shops such as department stores or small shops? 　　Do you think supermarkets create a problem for some small shops? 　　Do you think small shops might disappear in the future? 　　Do you think men and women have the same shopping habits? !!

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