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题目：Describe an open-air or street market which you enjoyed visiting. You should say:- where the market is- what the market sells- how big the market is- and explain why you enjoyed visiting it.范例答案：1.I’m going to describe a street market that I’ve enjoyed visiting many times in Manchester. It’s the Manchester Christmas Market, and it comes to the city for about a month from the end of November every year. The market stalls are spread across several sites in the city centre, but the centrepiece is the large European market in Albert Square next to the Town Hall.2.The Christmas Market stalls sell an array of Christmas gifts and mouth-watering food and drink from all over Europe. It’s a great place to find handmade crafts such as jewellery, ornaments, wooden toys and other souvenirs, but it’s the food and drink that seem to be most popular. Probably the biggest seller is the ‘Gluhwein’, a hot, sweet wine which is sold in a souvenir mug.3.The market was originally quite small, occupying just one of the central squares in Manchester, but it’s grown quickly in recent years, spilling over into maybe five other pedestrian streets and a few other squares. Apparently there are over 200 stalls now, so it’s become a really big event attracting thousands of visitors.4.The main reason I’ve always enjoyed visiting the Christmas Market is the fantastic atmosphere. When I went there last December, it didn’t matter how cold or wet the weather was, Manchester seemed to come alive when the market opened; the streets were bustling with people and there was a real festive feel to the city.。

1) At what age did you start studying mathematics?I can't exactly remember, but it was probably in my first year at primary school when I was 5 years old. I probably learnt simple addition at that age.2) Do you like mathematics? Why / why not?I don't dislike maths, but I wouldn't say that I've ever really liked the subject either. I'm happy to do simple calculations, but my brain can't cope with the complex stuff!3) Is it necessary for everyone to learn mathematics?Yes, I think it is. We all need a basic grounding in maths so that we can do daily tasks, like managing our money, working out bills, and so on.4) Do you prefer to use a calculator when doing mathematics?It depends. I quite like exercising my brain with anything that's easy enough, but I use the calculator on my phone for anything tricky.1) Do you have a favourite number or a number that is special to you?Yes, my favourite number is... because it's the day I was born on, and it's my lucky number.2) Do any numbers have special importance in your country?Yes, certain ages are special. For example, your 18th birthday is important because it's when you are considered to become an adult.3) Are you good at remembering numbers? Why / why not?No, I'm not very good at remembering numbers. I don't think it's necessary to learn them by heart; I just save them on my phone.4) What numbers do people often have to memorise?The most important number to remember on a daily basis is the pin number for your bank card. Without this you can't pay for anything or get cash out.建议：Remember that part 1 is supposed to be easy, so you should give short, direct answers.题目1：How well do you know your next-door neighbours?I know my neighbours quite well. They're really nice people, and I always stop to talk whenever I see them. I think it's important to get on well with the people who live next door.题目2. How often do you see them?I see my neighbours at least a few times a week. We usually see each other when we're leaving for work in the morning or coming home in the evening.题目 3. What problems do people sometimes have with their neighbours?I think the most common problem is probably noise. It's difficult to live next to people who have a dog that barks at night, or who play loud music or have too many parties.Here are my sample answers for the 'chocolate' topic. Remember that your priority in speaking part 1 is to demonstrate fluency by giving answers that are short, direct and natural, without hesitating too much.1) Do you like chocolate? Why / why not?Yes, I love chocolate. I like the taste, the texture and the feeling that you get when you eat it. And it goes really well with my favourite drink, coffee.2) What type of chocolate do you prefer? Why?I prefer dark chocolate to milk chocolate, because it has a stronger taste. I also like chocolate when it's in a cake, and I love drinking hot chocolate too.3) When do you usually eat chocolate?I try not to eat too much, but I probably eat or drink something that contains chocolate every couple of days.4) Do people give chocolate as a present in your country? When?Yes, it's very common to give boxes of individual chocolates as a gift. You can give chocolates on any special occasion really: birthdays, Valentine's day, Easter, Christmas, and so on.1. Do you like cooking? Why / why not?Sometimes. I like preparing a special meal for family or friends who visit, but everyday cooking is a bit boring; it's something that has to be done, but it's not really fun.2. Who did the cooking in your family when you were a child?My mother almost always did the cooking when I was young. I don't think she trusted my father to make a nice meal.3. Do you think that it's important to know how to cook well?I'm not sure whether it's important to cook well, but I do think that everyone should know the basics. It definitely isn't healthy to rely on pre-prepared meals or fast food.4. Do you think that children should be taught cookery at school?Yes, that's probably a good idea. If all children knew how to cook a few basic, healthy meals, that would surely be a good thing.1. What’s the weather like today?It’s really freezing today. If I don’t have to take the IELTS exams, I would prefer to stay at home.2. What kind of weather do you like (best)? (Why?)Actually I prefer the cloudy day as it’s neither too hot nor too cold. And what’s more important to me is that this whether is perfect for photography as the light is soft and tender. So at this time of day, I’ll always go out with my camera to the forest parks to take photos.3. What’s the weather (usually) like in your hometown?In my hometown, as it is surrounded by mountains, the whether is quite pleasant, neither too hot nor too cold. Even in winter, the temperature is still quite mild. The weather is good almost all year round as my hometown is a tourist city and there is no any industrial pollutionout there.4. Do you like that weather (or, that kind of climate)? (Why?/Why not?)The bad points about the weather in my hometown are that it doesn’t snow as heavily as up north like Beijing. It does snow, but is just a little bit. Every time I saw children having a snowball flight or making a snowman on TV, I really envied them. It was really pity.5. What is the typical weather in China like?I believe though China is a vast country, there are four distinct seasons in most places. But unfortunately in recent years, many places in summer are becoming boiling hot. I guess the changes are primarily due to the green-house effect. So in this extreme whether, I will really prefer to work at home, and the air-conditioning is working all day long, and at night, I even sleep on the floor.6. Have there been any changes in the weather over the past few years?Yes, as Beijing is facing more and more oppressive haze, I always keep a watchful eye on the weather forecast. I installed an app in my mobile phone, and see the indicator of PM 2.5. It has been a routine for me.7. Do you always pay attention to the unusual weather?As for the unusual weather, the global warming has really become a heated topic around the world. It is caused by the greenhouse effect as the a sheer volume of carbon dioxide have been emitted into the air, preventing the atmosphere from cooling off at night. And another unusual weather, I’m afraid is the hurricane which can easily flatten thousands of homes near the coast in a short period of time.8. Would you prefer to live in a place that has just one, warm season that lasts the whole year or a place with different seasons?Well, if I were to choose between the two, I’ll probably go with the distinct seasons in each year because each season has its own merits. Whereas I will get bored if it is warm all year round.19. Do people in China play the same sports in different seasons ofthe year?No, when in spring and autumn, the temperature is neither too cold nor too hot, people in China tend to hike in the mountains, or go running. When it comes to summer, people can choose more physical activities like swimming, camping in the forests and playing balls, etc. But in winter, people believe it not suitable for outdoor exercises, so they prefer to stay at home for resting.1. What kinds of thing make you laugh?I laugh most when I'm with friends talking about funny things that have happened to us. I also like watching comedians and comedy films.2. Do you like making other people laugh?Yes, it's a nice feeling when you can make someone laugh because you can see that you've made them happy. It's great to share a funny moment with someone.3. Do you think it's important for people to laugh?Yes, of course. It's important to see the funny side of things; humourhelps us not to take life too seriously. I think that laughter is good for our health.4. Is laughing the same as feeling happy?It's not exactly the same because you can be happy without laughing, and sometimes we laugh when something bad has happened; a sense of humour can help us to cope with difficult situations.1) How much time do you spend at home?Obviously I sleep at home, but I don't spend very much time at home during the day, because I'm usually busy with work.2) Do you prefer to spend your free time at home or outside the house?During the day I prefer to be out of the house, so I like visiting family or meeting up with friends. But I do like relaxing at home in the evenings.3) What do you do when you have some free time and you're at home?I usually sit and watch some TV or a film, or I listen to some music. I also like sitting outside if the weather is nice.4) Would you like to have more spare time to spend at home in the future?No, not really. I get bored if I'm at home for too long. In the future, I imagine I'll still prefer to go out and do things rather than stay indoors.1. Are there many advertisements in your country?Yes, there are adverts everywhere in the city. You can easily see them near the subway station, along the express way and in the elevator.2. Why do you think there are so many advertisements now?The main factor is that adverts are the most efficient way for the companies to reach their end users, and also every company wants to stand out from the crowd in such fierce competition.3. How do you feel about advertisements?I’m afraid that the advertisements are really annoying in some way,and they always exaggerate the true functions of products. So I guess they are not as reliable as they seem to be.4. What kind of advertisements do you like the most?I am fond of the adverts that are well-designed and deliver the high quality contents, but that doesn’t mean I will go and buy that products.5. Do advertisements influence your choice about what to buy?No, I believe buying things totally based on adverts is unreasonable.6. Do you like advertisements on TV?I’m not into TV adverts, because I am often interrupted by the adverts when watching the TV programmes. It is really annoying.7. Do you prefer advertisements on TV or those in magazines?Well, if I were to choose between the two, I’ll probably go with the adverts in magazines because they are well-designed and I can have plenty of time to look through them, whereas the TV adverts are reallyannoying.8. Do you think adverting plays an important role in today’s world?In general, it’s a prosperous industry. The number of enterprises that pay attention to adverts is growing, and there are more students who apply to study advertisement in university.1) Have you ever collected anything as a hobby? (What?)Yes. When I was younger I used to collect keyrings. I remember that my favourite was a Lego man keyring that someone bought me as a present.2) What kinds of thing do people often like collecting?Some people collect cheap items like stamps, keyrings or toys. Others collect expensive antiques, watches, jewellery or even cars.3) Why do you think people collect certain objects?Maybe they like the constant search for a new item, or they want to remember past experiences. Others might like the feeling of organisingand presenting what they own.4) Is there anything that you would like to collect in the future?Yes. If I could afford it, I'd love to have a collection of guitars in different colours, shapes and sizes!1. Do you often do any cooking?Normally I don’t frequently cook at home on weekdays because I have no time. But on weekends, I usually cook food at home for my family.2. Do you like cooking? (Why?/Why not?)Yes, I’m quite into cooking because I believe that good dinner could guarantee our health and also I’m a foodie, I’d like to taste all kinds of tasty food. I always do some cooking in my home with my family during the weekend to enjoy the family time.3. What cooking experience have you had?Obviously, in my opinion, a fabulous cooking can’t be done withoutfresh food resources. So I always try to go to the super market early in the morning and select today’s vegetables and meat. Besides, I always put several vegetables such as carrot, bamboo shoots, pepper, tofu, along with meat to cook in order to get the balanced diet.4. Who taught you to cook?My mother is an expert at cooking, and she taught me how to cook when I graduated from university and started to live independently. She told me that the ability to cook was fairly important because good dinner could guarantee our health.5. When you were a child, did you ever help your parents to preparea meal?I remember when I was a little boy, I was used to help wash the vegetables, go out to buy some flavours, etc. I strongly recommend that children should take part in this kind of housework because it can help cultivate the hands-on abilities, a sense of achievement and even learn some table manners.1. What is your favourite food?The fish is my favourite, especially with red hot chilies, cos it is so tasty and colourful and beside fish is nutritious too. I will cook it myself at home during the weekends for my family.2. When do you usually eat that food?When I was a child, I liked the food made by my mother. She was an expert at cooking, and the fish was my favourite. I’m still fond of eating fish when I became an adult, and now I always cook it myself at home during the weekends for my family, once a week maybe.3. Is food important to you?Yes, definitely. I believe good food is very important because it is not only very tasty, but could also guarantee our health.4. What food do you usually eat?In general, I eat a lot of rice and vegetables every day. And once a week, I will cook a fish myself at home during the weekends for my family which is my favourite.5. Do you usually eat the same food every day?No, it will be boring to eat the same food every day. I also like noodles, dumpling, and sometimes I eat pizza and curry which are both delicious.6. Is there any food you don’t like?I’m really not into Japanese food because they are sometimes cold, or even are raw food, like sushi. I once bought them in the supermarket, but the taste really disgusted me.1. What sports or physical activities do you regularly do?Unfortunately I don't have time to do any sports or physical activities because of my work commitments. I'd like to find more time for regular exercise.2. Which sport or game would you like to be good at?I'd like to be good at tennis. It must be great to be able to hit the ball as hard as you can and watch it land exactly where you wanted it to.3. Do you prefer watching or playing sports?I don't watch much sport on TV and I'm not a big sports fan, so I think I would probably enjoy doing sports more than watching them.4. Do you think children should be encouraged to do more sport?Yes, I think that sport is really important for children. Sports and games teach children to play together and try their best.题目：1. Do you like (to learn about) history?2. What historical event do you find most interesting?3. Do you think history is important?4. Do you like to watch programmes on TV about history?5. Do you think you can really learn history from films and TV programmes?6. Do you think the internet is a good place to learn about history?7. Can you name a person from history who you would like to learn more about?8. Why would you like to learn more about him/her?参考答案：Yes, I am a big fan of reading historical stories. When I was a little boy, I always took some historical books from my father’s bookshelf and read the historical events. I feel that history not only can cultivate my mental development, but also give me a better picture of human society.Personally I am fond of the Battle of Red Cliffs happened in the early period of Three Kingdoms, which was a decisive battle at the end of the Han Dynasty. It was also the typical battle in Chinese history renowned for the fewer and weaker defeating the more and stronger.Yes, the main factor is that like our native language, history forms a cultural identity and keeps a unique record of country, and also we can learn the experiences from history to correct our current actions.Yes, I enjoy watching some documentaries about history on TV because I can see a lot of video materials that can not bee seen in the textbooks. I always watch them at home.I don’t feel that watching the current TV series can make you be aware of the history, you know, TV programmes are more engaging than books, however the true historical events in most of the TV series have been distorted by the producers to cater for the audience. It’s really shame as the young people will misunderstand the history by these irresponsible productions.Yes. History is full of debates so you can find both of the two sides of opinion online which will help you be aware of the true facts and think critically. I always google some engaging historical materials about the Song Dynasty, for example, to know about the truth.The people I’d like to learn about is Wu Chengen, the author of A Journey to the West. He combined the folk tales and his own imagination to write the great fairy story in the 16th century. I want to know about his personality as much as possible and I believe that his imagination is what is lack of nowadays.必备词汇：1.很喜欢：I am big fan of XX2.熏陶我的心灵发展：cultivate my mental development3.人类社会：Human society4.个人地来说：Personally5.三国时期：the period of Three Kingdoms6.文化属性：cultural identity7.纪录片(复)：documentaries8. 被曲解：have been distorted by9.误解历史：misunderstand the history10.西游记：a journey of the West1. Are there many (or, any) museums in your hometown?Not so many, actually there is only one museum in my small county about the local history. It allows the local residents to know better about their traditions and historical celebrities.2. Do you think museums are useful for visitors to your hometown/country?I go to the museum a lot, when I come to the new place, I’ll find some local museums that have interesting features. The museum I visited last time was the Guanfu Museum located in the rural area of Beijing. It is a private-owned museum featuring Chinese antiques like porcelain, furniture, jade and some paintings.3. Do you think museums are important?Museums are really important in protecting, preserving, propagating and researching numerous human treasure. Once the antiques are in the museums, they are permanently out of circulation, which means they can be seen by public.4. Do you think it’s suitable for museums to sell things to visitors?Yes, the reason is that generally, most museums are nonprofit organisations, and these goods are their large portion of income, except the tickets, and also partly because these items are closely related to the theme of the museums, which cannot be bought in most other bookstores or shops.1. Do you like visiting natural places?Yes, I am fond of getting close to the nature. Once I am free, I’d like to visit one of the forest parks around Changsha. These places are not only really perfect for physical activities, but also can help me let off steam.2. What are some well-known natural attractions in your country?There are so many natural attractions in my country, for example, the best one, in my opinion, is the Huangshan Mountain, which earns a high reputation for its magnificent natural scenery. Besides, I travel to the Inner Mongolian grasslands every year to see the vast grassland as well as the blue sky and the white cloud which can be rarely seen in Beijing.3. Have you ever gone camping?Yes, just once, but really memorable. I went to the Lingshan Mountain with my friends this year. We slept in the forest in the camps at night. It was totally dark outside, but we sang the songs loudly with others and heard the sound of rain dropping on my camp gently. It was really an interesting experience.4. How do city kids in your country have contact with nature?Cities in China usually have many parks in them so that children can visit with their parents. Most of these parks have plenty of trees, meadow, rockery and even lakes, which are good enough for children to get close to nature. Besides, on holidays, children will have opportunities to go for an outing to some natural sceneries.5.. What are the benefits of learning about nature?People can definitely benefit a lot from nature. Apart from the physical fitness, people can loose up in the natural environment and inspire their love to life. As for children, I believe getting close to nature can cultivate their natural motivations to investigation and discovery theworld around them based on their interests.1. What do you do in your spare time?Well, there are lots of things I can do if I’m free. For instance, I stay at home sometimes to read books to enjoy the leisure hours with myself, or I’ll go with my friends to do some outdoor activities such as playing football and hiking.2. Do you like outdoor activities?Yes, I’m really into outdoor activities. You know, the main factor is that I can take some physical to keep me fit, so I always go hiking or jogging if I am free.3. What outdoor activities do you most like to do?Normally I’ll go for a jogging around my house in the morning so that I can take some physical exercises while enjoying the fresh air, but if I can invite some more friends I would go for a simple football match with them because football is a sociable activities so that I can have more fun with my friends and make new friends as well.4. How often do you do that?Well, I do these physical exercises from time to time. Normally if I’m not busy with my work, I will go for a jogging around my house in the morning to take some physical exercises while enjoying the fresh air, probably four times in a week; but if I have lots of on things my hands I’ll probably focus on my work.5. What (types of) outdoor activities are popular in your country?It’s kind of hard to say but people that I know around me tend to go jogging in the morning or take a walk after dinner, but maybe for others, they probably like to take some indoor activities like swimming and yoga.1. Do you like to take photographs? (Why?)Yes, I am a big fan of photography in my spare time. I always travel around to the stunning natural scenery with my camera. I have been in the habit of it for almost 8 years. The main factor is that I can capture the precious moment in my life, such as the graduation ceremony, or the sweet moment with my girlfriend, and also I believe the photography will cultivate my mental development.2. Do you prefer to take photos yourself or to have other people take photos? (Why?)If I were to choose between the two, I’ll probably go with taking photos of others because I feel that different people have different characteristic, so the photos will be distinguishing. Whereas, I barely take a selfie because it will make me embarrassed.3. Do you prefer to take pictures of people or of scenery?Normally, I’ll probably go with the scenery to take photos because I really enjoy the marvellous natural scenery such as the seashore, sunset and twilight, but if I take my son travelling around, I’ll take photos of him to capture his happiness.4. How do you keep your photos?I store my photos both in my computer disk and Internet for backup. And besides I have a photography website running for 4 years, keeping all my premium photos there.5. Do you frame (of have you framed) any of your photos? (If yes,which?&why?)Yes, I used to print some photos of my kid to hang them in his room, which can help us memorise the warm moment we had together.6. Do you prefer to send postcards to people or to send photos that you took yourself? (Why?)Well, if I were to choose between the two, I’ll probably go with my own photos because they are unique and seeing a lot of comments from friends is really a pleasant thing. Whereas postcards are not as meaningful as photos taken by myself.1. What public holidays do you have in your country?We celebrate a lot of public festivals in my country. I am sure you know about the Spring Festival which is the most important one. In addition, we get together with our family for the Mid-Autumn Day and the National Day.2. Do people in your country celebrate Christmas?Yes, there are so many people in my country, it’s really hard to say,probably most people tend to go shopping with families or friends to take advantage of the sales the shops are offering, but personally speaking, I am afraid we don’t celebrate Christmas like the way in Western countries.3. Do you like public holidays?Yes, I am fond of holidays. The main factor is that on these days, I don’t have to work and have plenty of time travelling around to unwind myself and also I will have more consecutive time with my family.4. Which public holidays do you like the most?I believe my favourite public holiday would be the National Day because I will have at least seven days to go travelling and also it’s the best time to go around, the weather is neither too cold nor too hot, and the foliage of trees have turned yellow or red, which will give you picturesque views.5. What do other people in your country usually do on public holidays?It’s kind of hard to say but people that I know around me tend to go shopping with families or friends to take advantage of the sales the shops are offering, but maybe for others, they probably stay at home for resting.6. Do you think public holidays are important?I believe the public holidays are rather important and there should be more of them in my country. The main factor is that people really need unwind themselves without any distractions after tiring work and also public holidays can dramatically boost consumption as the goods will be sold at a discount during these days.1. Do you like science?I love science so much because it can explain everything in life. It allows me to know where things come from and how we act, why roses are red, how airplanes fly, and so much more! Besides, it is never ending, which means that there is always something new to discover because the topic of science is so huge.2. What science have you studied (or learned)?I have studied several science in the middle school and university, such as maths, physics, chemistry, biology, geography and computer science. I found most of them were very challenging and thought-provoking.3.Is your work related to science?Yes, I’m an IT engineer now so I think it’s belong to the computer science. I learned lots of them from the university lessons.4. What’s the most interesting (part of) science to you?I like physics better than any other science because it makes me feel ignorant and it has helped me realize how big and interesting the universe is, how relative our reality is, how small we are and how many questions there are unanswered. I also adore the fact that I feel like a kid when I learn new stuff, for me, it is like opening a Christmas present because you don’t expect what’s coming.1. What’s your favourite season?I guess the autumn is the best time to travel. As it is neither too hot nor too cold, people will feel comfortable to go out. Besides, as the。

题目：Describe a modern building. You should say:1.where it is2.what it is used for3.and why you like/dislike it.考官答案：1.I'm going to describe a modern building in Manchester. It's called the Beetham Tower, and it's the tallest building in the city, with about 50 floors.2.Although it's called the Beetham Tower, most people know this building as the Hilton Hotel. In fact, the bottom half of the tower is the hotel and the top half is apartments. The apartments are expensive because the location and views make them very desirable.3.I'm not sure if I like the design of the building, it's just a huge glass tower, but it definitely stands out. It has become a famous landmark in the city. You can see it as you approach Manchester, and it's an easy place to meet people because it's so distinctive and easy to find.The most interesting thing about the Beetham Tower is that there is a bar/restaurant on the 23rd floor which has spectacular views of the city; it's definitely the best vantage point in Manchester because there are no walls, only huge windows, so you can look out over the city in any direction. I'd recommend anyone who visits Manchester to go there and experience the view.。

1. In your country, how do people treat visitors from abroad?I think we treat visitors well. People in the UK are very open-minded and welcoming, and we enjoy the mix of cultures that immigration and tourism bring. Most UK cities, for example, are really cosmopolitan, and you can meet visitors from every part of the world.2. Do you think hospitality towards visitors is less important than it was in the past?In my city, maybe it’s true that hospitality is less important nowadays, but that’s only because we are so used to seeing visitors from different countries, so we treat it as a normal part of life and nothing too special.3. What are the advantages of staying with a friend compared to staying in a hotel when visiting a foreign country?If you stay with a friend, you benefit from someone with local knowledge of the best places to visit. You can also get to know the character and customs of the local people, and for me, this is one of the most interesting aspects of a visit to another country. On the other hand, if you stay in a hotel, you are forced to discover the new place on your own, so it’s more of an adventure.。

Try practicing in the following way: First, note some ideas. Then record yourself speaking for two minutes. Next, listen to the recording and write down what you said. Finally, try to improve the written description. Here are five simple rules for Speaking Part 1:1. Keep your answers short, and then stop with confidence.2. Answer the questions using full sentences.3. Use words from the examiner's question in your answer.4. If possible, give a reason for your answer.5. Don’t forget to say "yes" or "no" when necessary.Here's an example to illustrate these points:Do you like parks?Yes, I like parks because they are great places to relax. If you live in a city, a park is often the only place where you can escape from the noise and the traffic.IELTS Speaking: useful expressionsIn this lesson I want to draw your attention to a few useful expressions that I used in last week's answers. Maybe you could try using them in your own answers.1. An alternative way to say "and":- Just as individuals can learn from their mistakes, societies can (also)... - Just as we need to exercise the body, we also need to exercise the mind.2. A nice way to introduce a personal example or opinion:- From what I've read in the newspapers,...- From what I've heard / seen / experienced,...3. Giving an opinion when you're not sure:- If I had to guess what might happen in the future, I'd like to think that... - If I had to give my opinion, I'd say...IELTS Speaking Part 1: strange questionsIn part 1 of the speaking test, the examiner will ask around 10 easy questions. However, students have reported some strange questions, such as:1.Do you like parks?2.Do you think different colours can change our moods?3.When do people give flowers in your country?Don't be shocked by these questions. Just give a simple answer with a reason. Don't worry about using fantastic grammar or vocabulary; just try to answer without hesitating. For example:1.Yes, I like parks because they are great places to relax. I think allcities need green areas.2.Yes, I think bright colours, like red, can make you feel energetic.Some greens and blues can be more relaxing.3.People give flowers on special occasions like birthdays or onValentine's Day. In my country, giving flowers is seen as romantic. IELTS Speaking Part 1: 'friends' topicIn part 1 of the IELTS speaking test, remember to keep your answers short and simple. Here are some example questions and short answers:1. Are your friends mostly your age or different ages?Most of my friends are about the same age as me because we met at school or university. I've got one or two friends who are older or younger that I met through work.2. Do you usually see your friends during the week or at weekends?I tend to meet up with my friends at weekends because everyone's too busy during the week.3. The last time you saw your friends, what did you do together?It was one of my friends' birthday last weekend. Six of us went out for a meal to celebrate.4. In what ways are your friends important to you?I think it's important to have friends that you can talk to and share experiences with. My friends make me laugh, but I know I can also rely on them whenever I need help or support.IELTS Speaking Part 1: travel habitsRemember that Part 1 questions are supposed to be easy. Just give a simple answer and a reason.1. What form of transport do you prefer to use? Why?I prefer to travel by car because it means that I have my own space. Also, the buses and trains in my city are usually overcrowded; my car is much more comfortable.2. How much time do you spend travelling on a normal day?I probably spend about an hour and a half travelling to and from work. I travel during the rush hours, so there is quite a lot of traffic.3. What do you do while you are travelling?I usually listen to the radio or a CD. In the morning I like to listen to the news to find out what is happening in the world.4. Do you ever have problems with transport?Yes, as I said, I get stuck in traffic on my way to and from work. I used to get annoyed by traffic jams, but now I'm used to them.A few important points:In the answer to question 4, can you see the difference between "I used to" and "I'm used to"?Notice the good vocabulary: 'have my own space', 'overcrowded', 'to and from work', 'rush hour', 'find out what is happening in the world', 'get stuck in traffic'.If the examiner asks a question that you have already answered, just say "as I said" and repeat your answer.IELTS Speaking Part 1: 'communication' topic1. How do you usually keep in touch with members of your family?I mostly keep in touch with my family by phone, and I've started using the Internet to make video calls. I also try to visit members of my family in person as often as I can.2. Do you prefer to speak to people by phone or by writing emails?It depends on the situation. I use email and text messages to communicate with friends, but my parents prefer it if I phone them.3. Do you ever write letters by hand? (Why / Why not?)No, I don't write letters by hand because it's so much easier to send an email that will arrive immediately.4. Is there anything you dislike about mobile phones?Well, I don't like listening to other people's conversations in public places, and I don't like it when someone's phone rings in the cinema or during a lesson IELTS Speaking Part 1: clothes1. Are clothes and clothing fashions important to you? (Why/Why not?) No, clothes and fashions are not really important to me. I tend to wear clothes that are comfortable and practical rather than fashionable.2. What different clothes do you wear for different situations?Well, I have to dress quite formally for work, so I wear a shirt and trousers. At home I prefer to wear jeans and a T-shirt, and on special occasions I might wear a suit.3. Do you wear different styles of clothes now compared to 10 years ago?No, not really, because I don't follow fashion. I think I have dressed ina similar way for the last 10 years.4. Do you think the clothes we wear say something about who we are? Yes, they probably do. Some people are really careful about what they wear because they want to be seen as stylish. Other people wear clothes that show wealth or status, such as clothes by famous designersIELTS Speaking Part 1: 'reading' topic1. Do you like reading?Yes, I like reading a lot. I read all sorts of things, including novels, newspapers, magazines, and online articles.2. Do you usually read for leisure or for work purposes?Well, I have to do a certain amount of reading as part of my job, but I probably read more for enjoyment. I pick up a newspaper most days, and I usually havea book on the go.3. What was your favourite book or story when you were a child?The first book that I remember really enjoying was The Hobbit. It only took me a few days to read because I liked it so much that I couldn't put it down.4. Do you think it's important that children read regularly?Definitely. I think reading is possibly the most important skill that children learn. The ability to read opens the door to all aspects of education.IELTS Speaking Part 1: laughingThe following questions are taken from Cambridge IELTS 7, page 55. The aim in part 1 is to give short, simple answers. Don't worry about using'difficult' grammar.1. What kinds of thing make you laugh?I laugh most when I'm with friends talking about funny things that have happened to us. I also like watching comedians and comedy films.2. Do you like making other people laugh?Yes, it's a nice feeling when you can make someone laugh because you can see that you've made them happy. It's great to share a funny moment with someone.3. Do you think it's important for people to laugh?Yes, of course. It's important to see the funny side of things; humour helps us not to take life too seriously. I think that laughter is good for our health.4. Is laughing the same as feeling happy?It's not exactly the same because you can be happy without laughing, and sometimes we laugh when something bad has happened; a sense of humour can help us to cope with difficult situations.IELTS Speaking Part 1: musical instrumentsFor IELTS speaking part 1, remember to give short, simple answers. Answer the question with a full sentence and give a reason for your answer. Here are some example questions and answers about musical instruments (from Cambridge IELTS book 6):1. Which musical instrument do you like listening to most? (Why?)My favourite musical instrument to listen to is the guitar. I like the fact that there are different types of guitar, like classical, acoustic and electric. I love the variety of sounds a guitar can make.2. Have you ever learned to play a musical instrument?I took some guitar lessons when I was younger and still have a guitar at home.I don't play it much nowadays. I wish I had more time to practise.3. Do you think children should learn to play an instrument at school? Yes, I think it's a great skill and it's really enjoyable to be able to play a musical instrument. All children should be given this opportunity.4. How easy would it be to learn to play an instrument without a teacher? It would probably be more difficult without a teacher. You need someone to show you what to do and correct your mistakes. You need a lot of discipline to teach yourself.IELTS Speaking Part 1: 'telephoning' topicHere are some part 1 questions and sample answers from Cambridge IELTS book 9. Remember to make your part 1 answers short and simple. Just give a direct answer, followed by a reason or one extra piece of information.1. How often do you make telephone calls?I probably make three or four phone calls every day, usually just to make arrangements with work colleagues or to speak to family and friends.2. Who do you spend most time talking to on the telephone?I think it would be one of my closest work colleagues. We often call each other rather than meeting face-to-face.3. When do you think you'll next make a telephone call?My family are expecting me to phone them as soon as I finish this exam. They'll want to know how it went.4. Do you sometimes prefer to send a text message instead of telephoning?Yes. I prefer to send a text message when I'm arranging something simple, like a time to meet someone. In those situations, a phone call isn't necessary.IELTS Speaking Part 1: 'numbers' topicOne of my students had these questions in her exam last week. I've put an example answer below each one.1) Do you have a favourite number or a number that is special to you? Yes, my favourite number is... because it's the day I was born on, and it's my lucky number.2) Do any numbers have special importance in your country?Yes, certain ages are special. For example, your 18th birthday is important because it's when you are considered to become an adult.3) Are you good at remembering numbers? Why / why not?No, I'm not very good at remembering numbers. I don't think it's necessary to learn them by heart; I just save them on my phone.4) What numbers do people often have to memorise?The most important number to remember on a daily basis is the pin number for your bank card. Without this you can't pay for anything or get cash out.IELTS Speaking Part 1: 'toys' topic1) Did you play with toys when you were a child?Yes, of course. I loved playing with toys when I was a child; I think all children do.2) What kinds of toys did you like?As far as I remember, I mostly played with toy cars, planes and action figures from films or cartoons. I also liked building things with Lego.3) In your country, do boys and girls play with the same types of toys? Not really. I think boys like the kinds of toys that I mentioned before, whereas girls play with dolls. My niece, for example, doesn't like toy cars; she prefers dressing dolls in different outfits.4) Do you think that toys help children to learn?Yes, I do. All toys encourage children to use their imagination and creativity. Even with simple toys, children imagine situations and invent games and rules.IELTS Speaking Part 1: 'neighbours' topicI've recently bought Cambridge IELTS book 8. Below are some questions and example answers from the first speaking test in the book. Remember that part 1 is supposed to be easy, so you should give short, direct answers.1. How well do you know your next-door neighbours?I know my neighbours quite well. They're really nice people, and I always stop to talk whenever I see them. I think it's important to get on well with the people who live next door.2. How often do you see them?I see my neighbours at least a few times a week. We usually see each other when we're leaving for work in the morning or coming home in the evening.3. What problems do people sometimes have with their neighbours?I think the most common problem is probably noise. It's difficult to live next to people who have a dog that barks at night, or who play loud music or have too many parties.IELTS Speaking Part 1: home townHere are some part 1 questions and answers on the topic of 'home town'. Try changing the answers to similar ones about your own town or city. Keep your answers short, simple and direct.1. Where are you from?I'm from Manchester, which is a city in the north west of England.2. Do you like your home town? (Why?)Yes, I like living in Manchester because it's where most of my friends live, and because there are plenty of things to do there. The only thing I don't like is the weather.3. Would you prefer to live somewhere else? (Why?)For the moment I'm happy living here, but at some point I'd like to live ina country with a warmer climate, and I'd like to live near a beach!4. Do you think your home town is a good place for young people? (Why?) Yes, Manchester has lots of things for young people, such as sports facilities, music and cinemas.IELTS Speaking Part 1: 'accommodation' topicHere are some questions that I found on the official IELTS website, . The answers below are my examples. Remember to keep your part 1 answers short and simple. You don't need to show off in part 1.1. Tell me about the kind of accommodation you live in.I live in a house that has a living room, a kitchen, two bedrooms, a bathroom and a small garden. It's not a very big house, but it's just right for me.2. How long have you lived there?I've lived there for about five years. It's the first house that I've owned; before that I was renting an apartment.3. What do you like about living there?I like living there because I think the house reflects my personality: I decorated it myself, I chose all the furniture, and everything is where I want it to be.4. What sort of accommodation would you most like to live in?If I could, I'd buy a bigger house near a beach or in the mountains, preferably somewhere with a warm climateIELTS Speaking Part 1: giving negative answersIt's fine to give negative answers in part 1 of the speaking test. Here are some example negative answers for people who don't like sport:1. What sports or physical activities do you regularly do?Unfortunately I don't have time to do any sports or physical activities because of my work commitments. I'd like to find more time for regular exercise.2. Which sport or game would you like to be good at?I'd like to be good at tennis. It must be great to be able to hit the ball as hard as you can and watch it land exactly where you wanted it to.3. Do you prefer watching or playing sports?I don't watch much sport on TV and I'm not a big sports fan, so I think I would probably enjoy doing sports more than watching them.4. Do you think children should be encouraged to do more sport?Yes, I think that sport is really important for children. Sports and games teach children to play together and try their best.IELTS Speaking Part 1: 'cooking' topicHere are some recent part 1 questions, with my example answers.1. Do you like cooking? Why / why not?Sometimes I like preparing a special meal for family or friends who visit, but everyday cooking is a bit boring; it's something that has to be done, but it's not really fun.2. Who did the cooking in your family when you were a child?My mother almost always did the cooking when I was young. I don't think she trusted my father to make a nice meal.3. Do you think that it's important to know how to cook well?I'm not sure whether it's important to cook well,but I do think that everyone should know the basics. It definitely isn't healthy to rely on pre-prepared meals or fast food.4. Do you think that children should be taught cookery at school?Yes, that's probably a good idea. If all children knew how to cook a few basic, healthy meals, that would surely be a good thing.IELTS Speaking Part 1: emails and handwritingAt work or in your studies, do you often write things?Yes, I write a lot of emails as part of my job. I work for a company that has offices in several countries, so we use email to communicate.How often do you send e-mails?I probably write between 5 and 10 work emails every day, and I send emails to friends or family a few times a week.Do you prefer to write by hand or on a computer?It depends what I’m doing. I prefer the computer for most things because it’s faster and you can save or copy things, but I still like making notes or writing ideas down by hand.Do you think computers might one day replace handwriting?No, I think we will always write by hand as well. I think it’s an important skill, and schools will continue to teach children to write by hand before they learn to type.IELTS Speaking Part 1: 'walking' topicRemember to keep your part 1 answers short and 'to the point'. Here are my example answers for some questions about walking:1. Do you like walking?I'm not one for going on really long walks in the countryside, but I don't mind walking when I'm in a town or city, for example when I'm sightseeing in a new place.2. Do you think walking is important?Yes, I think it's important to be active, and walking is the most basic physical activity that we can do.3. Do you think walking in the countryside is better than walking in the city?Personally, no. As I said before, I like walking in the city, especially if it's somewhere with a lot of history like London or Paris. I've done quitea lot of walking in those cities.4. What could be done to improve the experience of walking in cities?I suppose the main issues are space and safety. Pavements need to be wide enough to accommodate lots of pedestrians, and we need safe places to cross the street.IELTS Speaking: if you don't know what to sayIn Sunday's lesson I suggested answering in the following way if you don't know what to say:"Well, I don't really know much about... because..., but I suppose..."In other words, you admit that you don't really know what to say, you explain why, then you invent an answer anyway. Let's try using the formula above with an example.Question:What kinds of jobs might stop when the season changes?Answer:Well, I don't really know much about seasonal jobs because everyone works all year round where I live, but I suppose that some jobs related to tourism must stop at the end of the summer holiday period.IELTS Speaking Part 2: event in historyOne of the most important and shocking events in history is the 9/11 terrorist attacks.This event took place on the East coast of the US on September 11, 2001 and it consisted of a series of suicide attacks conducted by a group of terrorists. These terrorists hijacked commercial airplanes and directed them into the Pentagon and the World Trade Center buildings in New York City. Part of the Pentagon was damaged, but both Twin Towers collapsed and were fully destroyed. Because of these attacks, thousands of innocent people were injured and killed.I think this event really has had an effect on many people's lives, especially Americans because it was like a direct hit into their hearts. Since the attacks, the security at airports, government buildings, and popular public places has become extremely tight and that somehow has caused inconvenience on our daily lives. For example, if we want to travel by plane, we must getto the airport 2 or 3 hours before the flight in order to go through all the security check points.All in all, I think the 9/11 attacks is an important event in the history of mankind because it showed how a country was able to rebuild and recover despite all the grief.IELTS Speaking Part 2: old building1.I'm going to describe a very famous building in New York: the EmpireState Building. People might not think of it as an old building, but the Empire State Building was built in 1931, so I don't think it can be classed as new. It's located on Manhattan island and it's probably the most distinctive and recognisable building when you look at New York's skyline.2.As far as I know, the Empire State Building is an office building, butvisitors can go up to an observation deck on the top floor, which is the 102nd floor. There's also a 360-degree observation area on the 86th floor. Apparently, the building makes more money from the sale oftickets to the observation floors than it does from office rentals.3.I think the Empire State Building is still one of the most impressiveskyscrapers in the world. It's such an iconic structure, and it'samazing to think that it was built around 80 years ago. The best thing about the building is the viewing deck on the top floor, which offersspectacular views of the city; it's definitely the best vantage point in New York. I'd recommend anyone who visits the city to go there and experience the view.Today I want to talk about an old building, which is a Buddhist temple situated in the suburbs of Kaohsiung City in the southern part of Taiwan. I'm not sure when this temple was built, but it indeed looks very old... my guess is that it should have at least 100 years old.This temple is actually quite small compared to others but it is a very popular one among Kaohsiung residents because it is believed that miracles happen when you devote yourself in this religion. For this specific reason, many believers go on a frequent basis to pray for good health and prosperity. During the last Chinese New Year celebration, I had the chance to visit this temple and this place was surely packed! We had to make long lines just to see the image of Buddha and the different gods. I remember that the entire building was very colorful and we could also see lots of figurines aligned on the interior walls.I like the building itself because its appearance is very traditional and pretty well preserved. But most importantly, it is rich in historical value. However, I actually didn't enjoy my last visit because it was way too crowded, it was a rainy day, and things were quite chaotic.IELTS Speaking Part 2: 'difficult' questionsDescribe a law in your country.Many students think they don't know anything about laws. However, there are some easy examples that they could choose:1.In many countries it is now illegal to use a mobile phone while driving.You could start by talking about the popularity and benefits of mobile phones, and explain that people want to be able to answer calls wherever they are. Then you could explain the dangers of being distracted while driving; this law could reduce the number of road accidents, andtherefore save lives.2.If you feel confident talking about the 'education' topic, you couldchoose the 'compulsory education' law. This is the legal requirement that children up to a certain age must attend school. In the UK, for example, children are required by law to continue in education until they are 16 years old. This is a good topic because you can talk about the benefits of education.Of course, you could choose a more obvious law (it is illegal to steal, carry a gun etc.) but you might have more ideas and good vocabulary if you choose a typical IELTS topic like number 2 above.IELTS Speaking Part 2: describe a vehicleDescribe a vehicle you would like to buy in the future. You should say what kind of vehicle it iswhat you would use it forand why you would like to buy it.Here's my sample answer:If I had the money, I’d like to buy my own helicopter. I recently sawa TV programme about someone who flew around in his own helicopter,and I remember thinking that it would be great to have one. Thehelicopter on the programme was a small, blue, two-seater and it seemed quite easy to fly - that's the kind of thing I'd like to buy.Ideally, I’d use my helicopter instead of a car. First, I’d need to learn to fly it, but then I’d use it to go on short trips or holidays.It would be fantastic to be able to avoid traffic jams, and geteverywhere in a fraction of the time it normally takes. I’d takefriends and family sightseeing, over cities or mountain tops, and maybeI could even use it to do the shopping!The reason I’d like to buy a helicopter is that you can park one almost anywhere. You don’t need to find a runway or an airport like you would for a plane. So I’d be able to park my helicopter in my garden - ifI had a bigger garden. Also, I’ve always been intrigued by thosehelipads on the tops of tall buildings - I think it would be fun toland on top of a building. A helicopter probably isn’t a realistic choice of vehicle, but you never know - I might win the lottery!If I were a billionaire and had the money, I would like to buy a spaceship for my own space exploration adventures.Ever since I was a kid, I've always wanted to be an astronaut. So having my personal spacecraft will be able to fulfill my childhood dreams. I would use my spacecraft to travel to different planets and hopefully be able to discover a habitable place where humans can live in the future. I think this could be a huge contribution to mankind as we know that our Earth's environment has been deteriorating to some extent.Anyway, the spaceship I want is one that doesn't need huge rockets, but one that has enough power and technology to transport me to outer space and bring me back to Earth safely without any problems. As for the size, something like NASA's space shuttles will work because they provide enough room to bring family and friends along.Also, since photography is one of my hobbies, taking pictures of the different celestial bodies and objects would be a really fascinating experience. All in all, although this may seem very unrealistic, I think humans will eventually come up with a vehicle like this and I'm sure it will revolutionize the concept of space travel.。

simon 雅思口语引言概述：雅思口语是雅思考试的四个部分之一，也是考生们最为关注的部分之一。

其中，Simon雅思口语是备考雅思口语的重要参考资料之一。

本文将从五个大点出发，详细阐述Simon雅思口语的内容、特点以及对备考的帮助。

正文内容：1. Simon雅思口语的内容1.1 Simon雅思口语涵盖的主题广泛Simon雅思口语涵盖的主题非常广泛，包括但不限于个人经历、家庭、工作、教育、媒体、环境、文化等各个方面。

这使得备考者可以通过学习Simon雅思口语来积累大量的话题词汇和表达方式。

1.2 Simon雅思口语的题目类型Simon雅思口语的题目类型多种多样，包括个人经历、观点类、社会类、学术类等。

这种多样性使得备考者可以更好地适应不同类型的题目，提高应对口语考试的能力。

1.3 Simon雅思口语的问答方式Simon雅思口语的问答方式主要采用问题回答的形式。

备考者需要在规定的时间内回答问题，并且要求流利、连贯、准确。

这种问答方式有助于提高备考者的口语表达能力和应对能力。

2. Simon雅思口语的特点2.1 强调思路清晰Simon雅思口语注重考生的思路清晰度，要求备考者在回答问题时有条理、有逻辑，能够清晰地表达自己的观点和想法。

2.2 重视语法和词汇的准确性Simon雅思口语对备考者的语法和词汇的准确性要求较高。

备考者需要在回答问题时使用正确的语法结构和丰富的词汇，以展现自己的语言能力。

2.3 鼓励自然流利的口语表达Simon雅思口语鼓励备考者使用自然流利的口语表达，避免过度矫正或刻意追求高级词汇和复杂句型。

这种特点使得备考者更加注重口语的流畅度和自然度。

3. Simon雅思口语对备考的帮助3.1 提供丰富的话题和素材Simon雅思口语提供了丰富的话题和素材，备考者可以通过学习Simon雅思口语来积累相关的词汇和表达方式，丰富自己的口语素材。

3.2 培养思维和逻辑能力Simon雅思口语要求备考者在回答问题时思路清晰、有逻辑，这有助于培养备考者的思维和逻辑能力，提高备考者的思维敏捷性。

IELTS Speaking Part 3：think 'paragraph’In part 3 of the speaking test，you should try to give longer, detailed answers。

A good way to do this is to imagine that you are making a paragraph.Remember the 'paragraph building' techniques that we use in writing task 2:Start with a direct answer to the question, like the 'topic sentence’ in a written paragraph。

Then explain your answer in more detail，and support your explanation with an example.Try answering this question： Do you think that it's important for people to go on holiday？Start with the direct answer, then explain it by giving two or three reasons，and maybe an example too。

Try answering this question： Why do you think some people prefer not to go abroad on holiday?IELTS Speaking Part 3: idea，explain, personal exampleLet’s look at a sample answer using the ”idea, explain，example” structure. This time I’m using a personal example in the last sentence。

simon雅思口语Simon是一个知名的雅思口语教师和博主，他在雅思口语方面有着丰富的经验和专业知识。

他的网站和YouTube频道上提供了大量的雅思口语学习资源和技巧。

以下是关于Simon雅思口语的一些问题的回答：1. Simon雅思口语的特点是什么？Simon雅思口语的特点之一是他注重实用性和考试技巧。

他提供的口语练习和建议都是针对雅思考试的要求进行设计的，帮助考生更好地应对口语考试。

他的口语模板和技巧有助于考生在有限时间内更好地组织思路和表达观点。

2. Simon雅思口语的教学方法有哪些？Simon雅思口语的教学方法主要包括模仿和实践。

他鼓励学生模仿他的口语表达方式和语调，帮助他们提高口语流利度和自信心。

他还提供大量的练习题和话题，让学生有机会进行口语实践，并提供反馈和建议。

3. Simon雅思口语的学习资源有哪些？Simon的网站和YouTube频道上提供了丰富的雅思口语学习资源。

他的网站上有口语练习题和话题，以及针对不同口语题型的解析和范例答案。

他的YouTube频道上有许多口语练习视频和技巧分享，帮助学生更好地理解口语考试的要求和应对策略。

4. Simon雅思口语的建议有哪些？Simon给出的雅思口语建议包括，多进行口语练习，尽量模仿标准的口语表达方式，提高口语流利度和准确性；多积累话题词汇和表达方式，准备好常见的话题范例答案；注意语音语调的准确运用，使自己的口语更加自然；在口语考试中，要有清晰的思路和组织能力，避免回答过于简单或过于复杂。

5. Simon雅思口语的成功经验分享有哪些？Simon分享了很多他学生的成功经验，其中一些关键点包括，坚持每天进行口语练习，不断积累词汇和表达方式；多听多看英语口语材料，提高自己的听力和口语理解能力；参加口语讨论小组或找一个语伴，进行口语交流和练习；在口语考试中保持冷静和自信，有条理地组织答案。

总之，Simon雅思口语以其实用性、考试技巧和丰富的学习资源而闻名。

提问：Describe a photograph of you that you like. You should say- where the photo was taken- what you were doing when it was taken- who took it- and explain why you like the photo.参考回答：The photograph that immediately comes to mind when I think of one that I like is my university graduation photo. It was taken just before the graduation ceremony that marked the end of my undergraduate degree. You can’t see anything in the background of the photo, but it was actually taken in the students’ cafe next to the hall where the ceremony was held.In the photo, I’m wearing the traditional clothing for university graduates: a black gown and an academic cap, which is often called a mortar board. I’m also holding my rolled-up degree certificate. Obviously this was a formal portrait photo, and so I was standing still, smiling and looking into the camera.The person who took the photo was a professional photographer. He had been hired by the university to set up in the cafe and take photos of graduates before the ceremony. He had a white screen, some lighting devices, and an assistant who took payments and collected our details.The reason why I like my graduation photo is that it reminds me of a pivotal moment in my life. Being presented with my degree certificate at the graduation ceremony was the culmination of four years of hard work, and it marked the end of the ‘education’stage of my life. I had achieved my objectives and made my family proud, and I knew that the next step was to look for my first proper job. Whenever I look at the photo it brings back happy memories, both of my university days and of the relief and contentment that I felt on my graduation day.。

目录休闲类 (2)旅行（ Travel ） (2)旅行习惯（ Travel habit） (3)公园（ park ） (3)衣食住行类 (5)衣服（ cloth ） (5)住（ live ） (6)走路（ walk ） (7)科技类 (8)摄影（ photograph） (8)博物馆（ museum） ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 1 0教育类 ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 1 2 乐器（ Musical Instruments） (12)数学（ Mathematics） (13)阅读（ Reading） (14)休闲类旅行（ Travel）1. Do you like travelling?You bet! I am a big fan of travelling around. I spend months all together each yearto go somewhere else. I feel that it’ s not only an indispensable part of my life, but also can culture my mental development.2. In which seasons do you prefer to travel?I guess the autumn is the best time to travel. As it is neither too hot nor too cold,people will feel comfortable to go out. Besides, as the foliage of trees will turnyellow or red, you will find the picturesque views all around you. Wherever you go,you will experience a memorable trip.3. Would you say your country is a good place for travellers to visit?Yes, Chinese people are renowned for their hospitality to visitors. And there arealso numerous tourist attractions around the country. For instance, you can visitthe natural landscape to see the picturesque views, or you can go to the historicalrelics to know the events through the long Chinese history, or you can just stay atthe metropolises to experience the local people’ s lifestyle.旅行习惯（ Travel habit）1. What form of transport do you prefer to use? Why?I prefer to travel by car because it means that I have my own space. Also, the buses and trains in my city are usually overcrowded; my car is much more comfortable.2. How much time do you spend travelling on a normal day?I probably spend about an hour and a half travelling to and from work. I travel during the rush hours, so there is quite a lot of traffic.3. What do you do while you are travelling?I usually listen to the radio or a CD. In the morning I like to listen to the news to find out what is happening in the world.4. Do you ever have problems with transport?Yes, as I said, I get stuck in traffic on my way to and from work. I used to get annoyed by traffic jams, but now I'm used to them.公园（ park）1. Do you like parks? Why / why not?Yes, I like parks because they're great places to relax or go for a walk. I think every city needs some green space where people can escape from the crowds.2. How often do you visit parks?There's a park very close to where I live, so I probably go there once or twice a week if the weather's nice.3. Why are parks an important part of many towns and cities?Parks are like an oasis where people get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. They are where people go to have lunch, to take some exercise, or to forget about work for a while.4. What do you think could be done to make parks better?The parks in big cities are already really good in my opinion. If I think about the famous parks in London, Paris or New York, I can't imagine what I would do to improve them.衣食住行类衣服（ cloth）1. Are clothes and clothing fashions important to you? (Why/Why not?)No, clothes and fashions are not really important to me. I tend to wear clothes that are comfortable and practical rather than fashionable.2. What different clothes do you wear for different situations?Well, I have to dress quite formally for work, so I wear a shirt and trousers. At home I prefer to wear jeans and a T-shirt, and on special occasions I might wear a suit.3. Do you wear different styles of clothes now compared to 10 years ago? No, not really, because I don't follow fashion. I think I have dressed in a similar way for the last 10 years.4. Do you think the clothes we wear say something about who we are?Yes, they probably do. Some people are really careful about what they wear because they want to be seen as stylish. Other people wear clothes that show wealth or status, such as clothes by famous designers.住（ live）1. Do you live in a house or an apartment?I live in a semi-detached house with three bedrooms in a suburb of Manchester. I've lived there for just over a year.2. Which is your favourite room in your home? Why?I don't really have a favourite room. But if I had to choose, I'd say the living room because that's where I go to sit and relax.3. Would you change anything about your home? Why / why not?Yes, I've been meaning to redecorate it since I moved in last year. It needs a new kitchen, so that's what I'd change first.4. Would you like to move to a different home in the future?Yes, I'd definitely move again at some point if I could afford to. I'd like to live in the countryside, or maybe in a different city or country.走路（ walk）1. Do you like walking?I'm not one for going on really long walks in the countryside, but I don't mind walking when I'm in a town or city, for example when I'm sightseeing in a new place.2. Do you think walking is important?Yes, I think it's important to be active, and walking is the most basic physical activity that we can do.3. Do you think walking in the countryside is better than walking in the city? Personally, no. As I said before, I like walking in the city, especially if it's somewhere with a lot of history like London or Paris.4. What could be done to improve the experience of walking in cities?I suppose the main issues are space and safety. Pavements need to be wide enough to accommodate lots of pedestrians, and we need safe places to cross the street.科技类摄影（ photograph）1. Do you like to take photographs? (Why?)Yes, I am a big fan of photography in my spare time. I always travel around to the stunning natural scenery with my camera. I have been in the habit of it for almost8 years. The main factor is that I can capture the precious moment in my life, suchas the graduation ceremony, or the sweet moment with my girlfriend, and also Ibelieve the photography will cultivate my mental development.2.Do you prefer to take photos yourself or to have other people take photos? (Why?)If I were t o choose between the two, I’ ll probably go with taking photos of others because I feel that different people have different characteristic, so thephotos will be distinguishing. Whereas, I barely take a selfie because it will makeme embarrassed.3. Do you prefer to take pictures of people or of scenery?Normally, I’ ll probably go with the scenery to take photos because I really enjoy the marvellous natural scenery such as the seashore, sunset and twilight, but if Itake my son travelling around, I photos’ll takeofhim to capture his happiness.4. How do you keep your photos?I store my photos both in my computer disk and Internet for backup. And besidesI have a photography website running for 4 years, keeping all my premium photosthere.5. Do you frame (of have you framed) any of your photos? (If yes, which?&why?)Yes, I used to print some photos of my kid to hang them in his room, which canhelp us memorise the warm moment we had together.6.Do you prefer to send postcards to people or to send photos that youtook yourself? (Why?)Well, if I were to choose between the two, I’ ll probably go with my own photos because they are unique and seeing a lot of comments from friends is really apleasant thing. Whereas postcards are not as meaningful as photos taken bymyself.博物馆（ museum）1. 1. Are there many (or, any) museums in your hometown?Not so many, actually there is only one museum in my small county about thelocal history. It allows the local residents to know better about their traditions andhistorical celebrities.2. Do you think museums are useful for visitors to your hometown/country?’ ll find some local I go to the museum a lot, when I come to the new place, Imuseums that have interesting features. The museum I visited last time was theGuanfu Museum located in the rural area of Beijing. It is a private-owned museumfeaturing Chinese antiques like porcelain, furniture, jade and some paintings.3. Do you think museums are important?Museums are really important in protecting, preserving, propagating andresearching numerous human treasure. Once the antiques are in the museums,they are permanently out of circulation, which means they can be seen by public.4. Do you think it’ s suitable for museums to sell things to visitors?Yes, the reason is that generally, most museums are nonprofit organizations, andthese goods are their large portion of income, except the tickets, and also partlybecause these items are closely related to the theme of the museums, which cannot be bought in most other bookstores or shops.教育类乐器（ Musical Instruments）1. Which musical instrument do you like listening to most? (Why?)My favourite musical instrument to listen to is the guitar. I like the fact that there are different types of guitar, like classical, acoustic and electric. I love the variety of sounds a guitar can make.2. Have you ever learned to play a musical instrument?I took some guitar lessons when I was younger and still have a guitar at home. I don't play it much nowadays. I wish I had more time to practise.3. Do you think children should learn to play an instrument at school?Yes, I think it's a great skill and it's really enjoyable to be able to play a musical instrument. All children should be given this opportunity.4. How easy would it be to learn to play an instrument without a teacher?It would probably be more difficult without a teacher. You need someone to show you what to do and correct your mistakes. You need a lot of discipline to teach yourself.数学（ Mathematics）1. At what age did you start studying mathematics?I can't exactly remember, but it was probably in my first year at primary school when I was 5 years old. I probably learnt simple addition at that age.2. Do you like mathematics? Why / why not?I don't dislike maths, but I wouldn't say that I've ever really liked the subject either. I'm happy to do simple calculations, but my brain can't cope with the complex stuff!3. Is it necessary for everyone to learn mathematics?Yes, I think it is. We all need a basic grounding in maths so that we can do daily tasks, like managing our money, working out bills, and so on.4. Do you prefer to use a calculator when doing mathematics?It depends. I quite like exercising my brain with anything that's easy enough, but I use the calculator on my phone for anything tricky.阅读（ Reading）1. Do you like reading?Yes, I like reading a lot. I read all sorts of things, including novels, newspapers, magazines, and online articles.2. Do you usually read for leisure or for work purposes?Well, I have to do a certain amount of reading as part of my job, but I probably read more for enjoyment. I pick up a newspaper most days, and I usually have a book on the go.3. What was your favourite book or story when you were a child?The first book that I remember really enjoying was '..........'. It only took me a few days to read because I liked it so much that I couldn't put it down.4. Do you think it's important that children read regularly?Definitely. I think reading is possibly the most important skill that children learn. The ability to read opens the door to all aspects of education.。