Спецкурс IELTS Speaking, task 2 и 3
- Тимофей Милорадович
- 28 дек. 2021 г.
- 31 мин. чтения
Обновлено: 30 мая 2022 г.
Этот спецкурс логически продолжает наш спецкурс IELTS Speaking task 1. Напомним, что IELTS (International English Language Testing System) - это Кембриджский экзамен, который сдают, чтобы получить высшее образование в англоязычных странах и работать в международных компаниях.
Экзамен IELTS исследует 4 языковые умения: Speaking, Reading, Writing, Listening. Формат экзамена описан на официальном сайте Кембриджа. Первое умение, которое проверяется на экзамене IELTS, это Speaking.
Вторая задача IELTS Speaking - это монолог перед экзаменатором на общие темы, как родной город, привычки, семья, друзья, питомцы, хобби. Особенность второй задачи IELTS Speaking в том, что она плавно перетекает в третью задачу - дискуссию с экзаменатором по вашему монологу. То есть, экзамен IELTS больше всего напоминает реальную жизнь, когда Вы общаетесь в каком-нибудь нетворкинг-клубе.
При выполнении второй задачи IELTS Speaking Вам дают не только тему, но и небольшой план, по которому Вы должны отвечать. В каждом из 6 видео нашего курса Вы можете видеть, как выглядит такой план и вариант ответа по плану. Просматривая наши видео, Вам лучше всего сначала послушать и почитать, затем проговорить синхронно с нами, и затем продумать свой вариант ответа.
Не думайте, что если Вы много читаете или слушаете, то Вы легко сможете рассказать. Это так не работает, поскольку разные языковые умения опираются на разные условно-рефлекторные связи. Речь - это сложнейшее умение.
Речь - продукт не только мышления, но и речевого аппарата, а также нервной системы в целом. Например, человек может запинаться, если его язык не производил вслух соответствующих звуков достаточное количество раз на требуемой скорости и в требуемом контексте. Кроме того, когда Вы говорите, то мысли должны рождаться, как внутреннее чувство от усвоенного смысла вовремя, иначе Вы обнаруживаете, что слова Вы учили, а использовать их в речи складно не получается.
Также интонации, ритм, скорость и техника произношения во многом зависят от эмоциональной опытности и выносливости кандидата. Например, человек может сказать одну-две фразы, но быстро сбивается, если нужно говорить более продолжительное время.
Там еще множество нюансов. Поэтому, если Вы хотите говорить связно, внятно и продолжительно, то нужно именно это и делать, используя некий вспомогательный материал как тренажер.
В данном спецкурсе Вы получаете возможность увидеть около 70 реальных тем IELTS Speaking, Task 2 и 3 последних лет (6 видео с монологом, 31 ответ на вопрос в виде текста, и более 70 тем в списке с вопросами). Кембридж все время добавляет актуальные темы, например, погода может вызывать опасения в последние годы, учитывая пожары и ливневые дожди во многих странах мира. Все темы предугадать невозможно, но базовые темы известны, на них мы и опираемся. Все вопросы можно проработать с нашим репетитором. Напишите нам в чат или WhatsApp +79150771803
Хорошая новость в том, что в разных разделах IELTS циркулируют одни и те же темы, но выраженные разными способами. Например, тема Семья может встретиться в Writing в виде эссе, в Listening в виде истории, в Reading в виде статьи, в Speaking в виде монолога или диалога. Понятно, что темы меняются и не дублируются. Однако, если Вы хорошо проработает 70 тем (например, возьмете вопросы для эссе и сначала напишете его, редактируя несколько раз, потом проговорите и прослушаете, то высока вероятность, что Вы справитесь с этой темой, в каком бы виде она Вам ни попалась. Мы примерно так и делаем в наших курсах: 22 темы было проработано в спецкурсе по Speaking task 1, 6 тем проработано в этом курсе, около 25 тем проработано в курсе по эссе.
В монологе Вы должны будете говорить около 2 минут, но важно ответить на все вопросы бегло, внятно и грамотно. Вопросов по теме может быть от 3 до 10. Вы выражаете именно свою точку зрения непрерывно и логично в монологе, это важно, потому что потом придется отвечать на вопросы по теме в задаче 3. У Вас явно должны быть эрудиция и позиция по данной теме. Кристаллизацией позиции и следует заниматься, рассматривая темы одну за другой в наших курсах. Если у Вас не хватает информации по теме, нужно найти ее. Это удобно делать, посмотрев тематическое видео на сайте TED.com в английской версии.
Третья задача IELTS Speaking в виде дискуссии с экзаменатором по монологу, который Вы произнесли, длится 4-5 минут.
В итоге для подготовки к IELTS Speaking следует начать продумывать общие темы уже на первой задаче, у нас есть соответствующий спецкурс для task 1, и затем продолжить развивать свои мысли для предполагаемой второй задачи, далее быть готовым ответить на вопросы, подразумевая, что люди могут думать иначе чем Вы. Готовиться нужно по 20-30 базовым темам, как минимум, остальные темы будут неизбежно каким-либо образом связаны с базовыми.
Всего в IELTS может циркулировать около 70 производных тем. Поэтому правильно начать с прослушивания наших вариантов ответов на задачи IELTS Speaking, оттолкнуться от нашего текста, сформулировать свою версию и представить себе, что Вы аргументированно обсуждаете с нами вашу точку зрения, понимая, чем она отличается от нашей. Затем нужно в том же духе дополнить и развить базовые темы с помощью более широкой и специфичной для Вас информации.
Такой подход даст Вам возможность не только откристаллизовать ваши мысли по темам Кембриджа, но вложить некоторую энергию в формирование вашей позиции. Вклад энергии, внимания и усилий обеспечит осмысление, усвоение и закрепление темы в вашей памяти, и Вы сможете изложить ее на экзамене, а также использовать в жизни, в нетворкинге на английском языке.
Отрепетируйте таким образом вашу дискуссию с предполагаемым оппонентом до экзамена, опираясь на наши видео.
Для детального понимания смысла, в видео дан вариант текста не только на английском, но и на русском. В конце авторского рассказа на видео показан проговоренный текст одним куском, чтобы Вы понимали каков его объем, сколько это текста на 2 минуты.
В рамках этого курса Вы имеете возможность отправить нам на проверку 3 ваших текста на WhatsApp +79150771803. Проходить курс самостоятельно - дешевле, чем личные занятия с репетитором. Разницу в цене можно ощутить, если учесть, что одно занятие по подготовке к IELTS стоит от 1000 рублей. Потому что IELTS намного сложнее и требует большей работы от репетитора и студента, чем другие экзамены по английскому (кроме специальных, типа MCAT, конечно). Если брать по одной теме на урок и отрабатывать поностью по всем умениям, как мы это предлагаем и делаем, то это 70 уроков. Курс занятий по IELTS длится около года.
Ниже Вы увидите список вопросов и наши варианты ответов, и далее - наши видео с вариантами монолога. Вам может показаться, что письменные ответы выглядят слишком сложно. Однако, мы считаем, что лучше переработать во время подготовки, чем недоработать. Лучше, когда у Вас есть из чего выбрать.
Типичные пары заданий к 2 и 3 задачам IELTS Speaking можно видеть из следующего списка (Экзаменатор может варьировать вопросы, поэтому список включает разные пункты и наборы вопросов) (наши варианты ответов даны розовым курсивом):
Part 2 Describe a toy you liked in your childhood.
You should say: What it was Who gave it to you What it looked like Explain why it was a special toy for you
Part 3 Do you think children learn something from toys?
I think that children definitely learn to organize their activities by playing with toys, they kind of imitate their possible future life through play, think over their roles.
Do the parents spend too much on buying toys for their children?
I think that different parents spend money and time in different ways. Some parents really buy too many expensive toys and spoil their children that lose interest, not knowing what to do with numerous items. Other parents have too little money to spend, and they often make toys with their own hands. And we must remember that it was that kind of toys that Barbie and Lego grew up from.
How do the media attract the children towards toys?
I think the media show toys in overly bright colours and artificially sweet scenes that have nothing to do with reality. The media tempt rather than help a child develop into a healthy personality.
What should be preferable toys for children?
I believe that the preferred toys for children are those in which the children can express and develop their creativity, like Lego or plasticine. Creativity is a gift that is given in childhood and must be developed for success in adulthood.
Do you think it is good for children to play many computer games?
Computer games can be different. So, if children play useful computer games where they can learn to create, like Garry's Mod or Roblox, it may not be wrong, it may be even good, since the child develops competencies. But games where, according to the scenario, the characters mostly kill each other are not of clear value to me, I see no benefit for children to play these games, especially when they play a lot.
Do you think playing with electronic toys has a good influence on kids?
If an electronic toy, whatever it is, is a tool for the development of a child, this is not a bad thing. It's like pencils, just electronic. The situation changes when electronic toys try to make a decision instead of a child, replacing some personality functions, then this is not right and cannot be good, this is a violation of free will and suppression of the child's personality.
How do you think a child can benefit from playing a child’s game?
The game is a kind of imitation of the future life and the exploration of the conditions of the present life. Therefore, I think that games reveal the child's talent and intuition, he or she also learns to analyse, draw conclusions and adapt to changes. These are all important foundation for the success as an adult.
Which do you think is better, for children to play with toys alone or with other kids?
I believe that people, starting from childhood, have different types of intelligence. What is most vivid in the child develops first. Therefore, some children do better playing alone, others when they play with others. I think that no one should make decisions for the child, what is best for him or her, it will be right to just support the child in the best that he or she does.
Part 2 Describe an indoor game that you liked to play when you were a child. You should say: what the game was where you played it who played this game with you and explain why you enjoyed playing this game.
Part 3 What sorts of games are popular in your country? How do games influence our life? Do people in your country prefer to play indoor games or outdoor games? What are the benefits of indoor games? What are the drawbacks of indoor games?
Part 2 Describe a place where you read and write, apart from your home You should say: What kind of place it is Where it is How often you go there Explain why you choose to go there Part 3 At what age do children start reading and writing?
I remember that when I was 4-5 years old, I absolutely could not understand what my kindergarten teacher was explaining and asking, trying to prepare us for school. It frightened and disappointed me. But in school, I easily got the highest marks from the very beginning. Therefore, I think that one should not rush to teach the child to read and write, children will learn when it is necessary for them. This most likely occurs after turning 6-7 years old.
Is it the sole responsibility of school to take care of reading and writing?
This is not a simple question. On the one hand, school has been a place to learn to write and read for several thousand years. On the other hand, the most valuable of what I read and wrote, I did outside the school, it was done for my own creative work. Probably, the role of the school has somehow differentiated over the centuries, and now the school does not play a decisive role in the education of children. Therefore, school cannot take all responsibilities about learning.
Is home better for reading and writing? Or other places?
When I was a student, I read books and took notes in the library. However, now that everything can be found on the Internet, I can firmly say that the best place to do anything is at home. It is comfortable and safe, so you can fully focus and think calmly.
What is more important, reading or writing?
This is a very interesting question. I have thought about it many times. The fact is that when you read a lot, then at some point you want to express yourself by writing your own text. But when you write a lot, then you need to replenish your stock of thoughts and relax, and you read with pleasure and benefit seeking insights. These are cyclical alterations throughout life, I think.
Who needs to have good writing skills?
Writing skills can be different, and, accordingly, different people need them. For example, a writer needs to be able to express many of his or her thoughts quickly and orderly. While for an office worker, sometimes it is important to have good handwriting and neatness, doing relatively not much writing work. For professor and student, writing skills are also important, but in slightly different ways.
From what can people get more information – words or pictures?
In recent years, more and more people say that images are better for assimilating information. I think that rather the balance is important in everything. People can have different types of intelligence. For me, as an example, serious information is only to be written in words to accept it, while pictures just help to navigate. But at the same time, films and videos play an important role to see how things are done.
Part 2 Describe a small and successful company you know. You should say: the name of the company how you learnt about it what kind of business this company does and explain why you think this company is successful.
Part 3 Business Do most people in your country work for small or large businesses?
I think people in my country work mainly for large companies. Which is sad because talent and personal competence are neglected in large companies. Instead, large business requires submission, as if humans were robots. Salaries in large companies are never high for people, and there is also a lot of corruption. It looks healthier when people work in their own small company alone or with friends, this allows people to develop, fulfilling their mission before God and people.
What kind of businesses need the most help?
I think this is a matter of politics. If the leader of the country wants and wishes the development of citizens with their talents and competencies and recognizes that people create value, then he will support and help small and medium-sized businesses in which these people work, each according to his or her talent. If the leader of a country strives for totalitarian control, he will, of course, rely on and help large companies, and this will suppress the personal talents of people, and not support small business to survive at all.
Should the government help businesses or leave them alone?
Well, ideally, it is like being in a big family. You can ignore each other, only demand certain fruits, as a tribute, demand discipline. In such a family, no one will love anyone, but rather hate. In other families, each person is understood and supported in the best way, the talents and competencies of each are complemented by other's, and all along is a healthy community that develops together. Therefore, I believe that, as a healthy norm, any business is also to be well understood, accepted and supported by government and community, otherwise it is anarchy and hatred.
How important is regulation of large businesses?
I think that the best regulation of large business is a transparent corporate culture based on clear values. This will ensure the healthy development and responsibility of the company as a whole and of each employee from the inside. So, internal regulation of large business is important. External regulation of large companies is ineffective because they work much more efficiently than any government.
What rights do large companies have?
Rights are logically linked to responsibility. The responsibility of large companies is whether they serve or hinder people's happiness and success. Large business has the right to become a core of a healthy society. But large companies definitely do not have the right before God and humanity to turn the lives of people on earth into hell.
What do you think can be considered as emerging industries?
I think emerging industries can be of several types. First, the needs of people to respond to environmental changes give rise to new industries, such as the production of modern building materials and technologies, for example. Also, a return to traditional things at a new level may also look like an emerging industry, such as a better way to grow native plant species in agriculture, instead of artificially bred varieties. In short, the emerging industries are more often a new and relevant reading of the ancient and chosen ways to survive.
Is market research important for export business?
Certainly, some marketing research is important to do before exporting anything. The country to which you intend to export may have cross-cultural differences in business conduct, consumer perceptions and values. Further, the legislation in another country or region may be very different from what you are used to. For example, cold calling may be successful in North America or Northern Europe, but not in Asia, where people live in family communities. Also, the competition can be of unexpected scale and nature in the region where you intend to export. All of this should be investigated before exporting.
In business, do companies need to be competitive?
Companies have to be competitive when doing business, of course. They can achieve this in a variety of ways. Some businesses just make unique things and relay on clear values. That kind of competitiveness is good for everyone. Other companies are aggressive in advertising, market capturing, and toward competitors. This is usually not good, as a low-quality product or service is often accompanied by aggression and imposition.
Should companies promote competition and why?
The word competition itself implies that there are several applicants who can solve tasks with different efficiency. In some Romance languages, the word task sounds like "compito". The consumer always tends to choose those who appear more successful or inspire more confidence in solving tasks or problems. Nobody wants to be complicit in misfortune. Therefore, I think that business will and should always promote competition, but it should be done in an honest way.
What should be the government’s role in how small businesses are run?
Well, every small business is as unique as creative persons are. Therefore, the best that the government can do is to be extremely flexible in supporting small businesses. And it would be great if the government had such flexibility and versatility as the diversity of people's talents, it would be a healthy community. Unfortunately, there is a tendency towards narrowness, rigidity, and totalitarian one-sidedness on the part of the powerful. This means that crises will continue. Only flexible, talented variety survives.
How can businesses benefit the community in which they are located?
Originally, business means being busy with something valuable to persons, showing love through labour, complementing each other. People do their best only in their own business. Therefore, I see the main benefit of business for the local community in developing active forms of manifestation of love in the production of value for the locals. These can be anything from food, clothing to heating systems and energy conservation. A truly successful business is about mutual learning and the shared success of all participants.
What kind of small businesses are most popular?
It seems to me that the most popular small business right now is associated with natural medicines and supplements. There are such small shops that sell chopped herbs, tinctures, gels, they do not contain anything artificial, but only gifts of nature, useful for health. Small businesses related to organic food and condiments, handmade clothing and anything related to safe trips to nature can also be popular.
Careers What are the most common professions among young people today? What influences young people in their choice of career? Should young people follow their role models? Should the age of retirement be raised? How can people still contribute to society after retiring?
Part 2 Describe a job you would not like to do in the future You should say: what the job is how much training would be necessary what is so special about this job and explain why you are not attracted to this job.
Part 3 Difficult Jobs Why do some people see their jobs as very difficult?
I think, the feeling of difficulty has to do with whether the job is related to a person's talent and competencies or not. If a person does at work what he is able from early ages to, he or she will do well and better than others. Also, if a person feels no sorry to spend the time of life to, and loves it, then he or she will finally enjoy the job, no matter how it looks like for outsider. But a random job always feels difficult in the end, as a person is not developed properly for it.
Should jobs with high degrees of difficulty earn more money?
I don't think that "should" is always the right word when it comes to labour and money. It depends on who do you ask about it. If a person felt that a job was difficult for him, he involuntarily might think about reward or compensation, as if he were hurt at work. But we know examples like Richard Branson and David Beckham, who did not find it difficult to do things hard for others, they did it according to their talent and with pleasure, better than others and could get quite a lot, in the end. And that looked natural, not exactly like someone should pay them for the efforts.
How do people choose their jobs?
I think choosing a job is a big and important skill. It is necessary to take into account the talent, the type of intelligence, the level of competence, the stage of the life cycle. But most people, as I see it, pick a job spontaneously, the one that will be convenient. And then people suffer for years expressing dissatisfaction with their work. Well, in fact, there are only two worthwhile options, trusting God's providence, or doing careful research and choosing something that you are not sorry to spend your life on.
Do companies do enough to train employees for difficult jobs?
Some companies do train their employee for challenging jobs quite well. However, this is never enough, as life goes on and reality is much richer than any previous training. Therefore, reports often show that accidents happen due to human factors.
What incentives can governments offer for those taking on difficult jobs?
People who take on really difficult jobs, like firefighters, for example, often risk their lives and health. In most cases, they are also the breadwinners of the family. Therefore, I believe that the government should provide good insurance for such people. And, of course, the salaries have to be decent, as it is a daily feat for the sake of the community.
Jobs What kind of jobs do young people prefer? What kinds of jobs are poorly-paid in your country? Which do young people generally prefer — boring jobs with a higher pay or interesting jobs with lower pay? Do people who have different levels of income feel happy about how much they earn? Which is better: physical work or work involving thinking? Do you think it is good to change jobs frequently?
Part 2 Describe a goal that you hope to achieve in the future You should say: what this goal has to do with your life when you started thinking about this goal how you will achieve it and explain why this goal is important for you. Или тема можетзвучать вот так: Describe a goal that you set for yourself Part 3 Do you think people should talk to others about their goals? What is more rewarding, working towards the goal or achieving it? Do you think it’s important to have realistic goals? Is it always necessary to have something to aspire to in the future? Setting Goals How important is it for people to set goals? Do people set different goals at different stages of life? Are personal goals more important than professional goals? What sort of goals do young people today set? Are people becoming more pessimistic about their life goals?
Part 2 Describe a product made in the region you come from or a popular product from your home town. You should say: What it is, how it looks like, What is it used for How is it made Explain why your country makes it and why is it popular Или тема можетзвучать вот так: Describe a famous product from your region of your country
Part 3 Shopping Do people in your country shop at malls or street markets? Is online shopping common? Is it better to shop alone or with friends? Why is online shopping becoming more popular? Is shopping a waste of time?
Part 2 Describe a friend or a person who encouraged you to achieve a goal You should say: Who this person is What this person encouraged you to do What this person helped you with And explain why this encouragement helped you to achieve this goal
Part 3 Is it important for teenagers to have goals? What do you think would encourage young children to learn more? Should children have clear goals? Do you think people should talk to others about their goals? Do people need to write down goals or simply memorize them? When do young people start setting goals for themselves?
Part 2 Describe a performance you recently watched You should say: what the performance was where and when you watched the performance who was performing and explain why you enjoyed the performance Или тема можетзвучать вот так: Describe a colorful play that you visited Part 3 Do you think traditional performances are important? Do you think people generally prefer to go to a concert or to listen to recordings of music? What do you think is the difference between watching a live performance and watching it on TV? How do you think watching a dance performance or a stage play influences children? Do you think art forms such as ballet and drama are important in life? Do you think the theatre should be run as a business or as a public service? Do you believe the government has a responsibility to support cultural activities in society?
Part 2 Describe a person in the news that you want to meet. You should say: Who he or she is Why this person showed up on TV for? What you know about this person? and say why you want to meet him.
Part 3 News/Celebrities What type of people can be seen on TV? Do you think there is too much news about celebrities? Are the stories about celebrities in the news always true? Is the news on celebrities mostly positive? Do you think negative information in the news can have negative influence? Why do people like negative news? What is usually in the news in your country? Is that information always true? What’s the difference between broadcasting news in the past and in the present? Looking up to People Do you think kids today grow up differently than in the past? Are famous people good examples for children? What can children learn from bad examples? Should companies use celebrities to advertise their products? Do people really trust celebrity endorsements? Why do you think many young people tend to copy their favourite celebrities? Do you think that celebrities can be good role models? Why do you think the media in most countries often carry stories about celebrities?
Websites What Internet sites do people in your country use for entertainment? Why is more and more news now published on social media websites? What can we do to stop the spread of unreliable news? How have websites changed in the last decade? Should there be tighter regulation on websites? Online Information Is online information reliable? Do you think there is too much information online? How can people consume online news responsibly? Is the information provided on television useful? What’s the difference between news in newspapers and online news?
Part 2 Describe a uniform you wear (at your school or company) You should say: what does it look like when you wear it who bought it for you and explain how you felt about it
Part 3 What kinds of clothes do people wear after work? What kinds of clothes should people wear at work? Do you think it is necessary for children to wear school uniforms? Where do people in your country buy clothes? When do people wear formal clothes? Do people wear formal clothes more often or less often than the past? Will the way we dress influence the way we behave?
Part 2 Describe the happiest day you had You should say: where you were who were with you what you did and explain why you think it was the happiest day.
Part 3 What makes people happy? What is the relationship between money and happiness? Do most people in your country think that money is important? Why are children generally happier than adults What do people do make themselves happy?
Part 2 Describe a situation or a time when you helped someone You should say: who you helped and why how you helped this person what the result was and explain how you felt about helping this person.
Part 3 Helping Should developed countries help developing countries? What kind of help is best to provide? Can help be harmful in some cases? How should parents help their children? Are there any advantages to not helping someone? Should children be taught to help others? Do you think people are less willing to help others these days compared to the past? Do people trust others as much as they used to in the past? How do people in your community help one another? How do students such as high school students help each other? How can charitable organizations help people? What do you think are the benefits of having unpaid volunteer workers? How do you think the volunteers benefit themselves?
Part 2 Describe a beautiful sky/sunset you observed (saw). You should say: where you were what you were doing who you were with and say how you felt about it
Part 3 Stars/Space Do people in your country often look at the stars? Why is it important to explore space? How can learning about space impact the daily lives of people? Will we find life on other planets? When will humans live on other planets?
Part 2 Describe a time when someone apologized to you. You should say: who apologized to you why they apologized where it happened and explain how you felt (or what you said) after this person apologized. Или тема можетзвучать вот так: A time you apologised to someone
Part 3 Is it important to say sorry? In what situations do people say sorry? Why do some people hate to say sorry? In what situations should we apologize immediately? When do people say thank you?
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Describe an occasion when you lost something and then got it back You should say: what it was how you lost it why it was important to you and explain how you felt when you lost it
Part 3 Why do people always forget things? How can people avoid forgetting things? What is the best action to take if you find something or lost something? In our modern world, people tend to forget their culture. What are the reasons for that? Losing Things Why do people lose things? Which things do people usually lose? What should parents do when children bring home something they found? How can people better remember things? How important is memory?
Part 2 Describe an event that you attended recently that you enjoyed. You should say: What the purpose of the event was Who you attended the event with What was unique or enjoyable about the event
Part 3 Celebrations What kind of celebrations are common in your country? How much do people typically spend on their wedding? Are there big differences between the way that young and old people celebrate their birthdays? Do all people in your country take part in the same celebrations? What is the importance of national holidays?
Part 2 Describe an interesting conversation you had with someone else . You should say: who this person was where you met this person what you talked about why it was interesting Или тем можетбыть такой: Describe an important conversation you had with someone
Part 3 Speaking and Listening What is the difference between a good speaker and listener? How can someone be a good listener? Is it more important to be good at listening or speaking? Why are some people not good listeners? How important is listening to political leaders? Public Speaking Why is public speaking important? What qualities make someone a good public speaker? What kind of people are usually asked to do public speaking? Has the way people speak in public changed much? Why are people so scared of public speaking?
Part 2 Describe a person who often travels by plane You should say: Who he or she is Where he or she goes Why he or she travels by plane And explain how he or she feels about it
Part 3 Airports Is it a difficult job to work at an airport? Why do airports tend to get larger in size? What makes travelling by air such a popular form of transport? What are the advantages of travelling by plane? What are the disadvantages of plane travel? What are the disadvantages of living near an airport? Would you prefer the airport to be built inside the city or in the outskirts? What do people consider when they buy a plane ticket, the cost or comfort?
Part 2 Describe a gift you gave that took a long time to choose. You should say: What it was Who you gave it to How you chose it And explain why you spent a long time choosing it or explain how the receiver of the gift reacted
Part 3 Money and Gifts Is money a good gift? What is the difference between buying with cash and a credit card? What are the advantages of buying with cash? Should people include receipts when they give gifts? Is it common to return gifts in your country? Arts and Crafts Why do people undervalue art? Are artistic skills innate? Should cities have more art in public spaces? Why do people admire art and artists so much? What is the difference between good and bad art?
Part 2 Describe a time when you did not tell the truth to a friend You should say: When it was Where it happened Why you did not tell the truth And explain how you felt about it
Part 3 Lying In which situations is it ok to lie to friends? Why do some people feel comfortable telling strangers the truth but not friends? Do politicians have to lie? Why? How should politicians who have been caught lying be punished? Is lying common in your country? Do you think people need to tell the truth all the time? What should parents do if their children tell lies? Why is it easier for people to tell the truth to strangers than family or friends? Truth in Crime Why do witnesses of crimes sometimes disagree in their accounts? How can modern technology help solve crimes? Will teaching children to be honest reduce crime in the future? Should there be more severe penalties for crimes like libel? How will the detection of lies change in the future?
Part 2 Describe a photograph that you have hanging up in your home You should say: What it is and where it is in your home Where it was taken How you got it And explain why you like it What are the advantages and disadvantages of taking photos using a smartphone? Do you think photographers are artists? Do you think art should be sold or preserved? Why do you think some artworks like paintings or sculptures are expensive? Part 3 Art Should kids be taught art from a young age? Is it important for all people to get the opportunity to make art? Should art be sold or kept in museums for the public to see? Why is art sold for such large sums of money? What is the attitude to art in your country?
Part 2 Describe a time when you used the internet to solve a problem You should say: What the problem was How you solved that problem How long it took you to solve it And how you felt about it
Part 3 The Internet How often do most people use the internet? Do you think many people waste their time online? Are there drawbacks to its overuse? What kind of information can people find online? How has this changed the way that people get their information? What impacts does the internet have on students? How will the internet change society in the future?
Part 2 Describe a film you would recommend to your friends You should say: Where you watched it What it was about Who you watched it with and explain why you want to share with your friends. Part 3 The Film Industry Do you think actors should make as much money as they do? What makes a good actor? How can a film benefit the country where it is made? Should countries invest more in their film industry? How has the film industry changed in recent decades?
Part 2 Describe an occasion when you borrowed something from someone You should say: What it was When it happened Who you borrowed it from What you did with it And explain why borrowed that thing
Part 3 Borrowing What kind of celebrations are common in your country? Is patriotism a kind of celebration? Why do people care so much about national sports teams? Do all people in your country take part in the same celebrations? How has the ways people celebrate changed? Borrowing and Lending Have you ever borrowed a book from someone else? Do you like to lend to others? Would you ever lend a friend money? Would you lend someone your phone to make a phone call?
Другие темы Speaking part 2:
Describe something that technology has helped you to achieve Describe a trip with your friends that you enjoyed a lot Describe a famous person from another country you would like to meet Describe a quiz or game show Describe a time you received advice regarding a profession or field of study Describe a time when you met someone again after a long time not seeing them
А также вопросы к задаче 3:
Smartphones When should parents allow their children to have a phone? Are there are places in your country where phones are not allowed? How can phones be disruptive sometimes? Do people in your country often switch off their phones? Are people often impolite with their phone use? Phones in Public Why do people talk on their phones on public transport? Is it common in your country? Is silence valued in your city? Why do some people have trouble staying silent? Is there too much noise from technology today? Environment Why do people throw rubbish the streets? How can people be encouraged to not litter? What are the results of littering? What steps has your government taken to make people pick up after themselves? Do the efforts of a single person have an impact on the world as a whole? Individuals and the Environment What are the main environmental problems we face today? What can individuals do to protect the environment? How much do politicians in your country care about the environment? Should nations work together to protect the environment? What are the roadblocks to this? Friendship How do young people usually find friends in your country? What makes a good friend? How long does it take to develop a close friendship? How important is listening to friendship? Is it more important to find new friends or stay in touch with old friends? Friends What can we learn from making new friends? How important is it to have a social life? Why is having good friends important? What role do friends play in your life as you get older? Do most people share both good and bad experiences with their friends? Happy Occasions How do people in your country celebrate happy occasions? Why do occasions usually make people happy? How important is the money spent on the occasion for making people happy? Is is a good idea to spend a lot of money on a birthday party? Is happiness today the same as it was in the past? School Subjects What courses or subjects do you think will be added into high schools? What courses or subjects will be helpful in future work? Is it more effective to read online than in a book? What do students do after school in your country? Do you think students should choose subjects they like? Language Can learning a language help you understand more about a culture? Why is it so difficult to learn a new language? How will language learning change in the future? Should governments invest more in second language learning in schools? What are the benefits of learning another language for your country? Study Focus Why do some people study badly? Is it a good idea to have a firm plan when studying? Why are many girls better at concentrating? Is it better to study online or in a classroom? What are the advantages and disadvantages of studying in a group? Making Plans How do people usually make plans? Should you get advice when making plans? Who is the best advisor for big plans? What plans do governments have to make? How important is the public in helping governments to make plans? Motivation How can children be motivated to achieve their goals? Who is more responsible – parents or teachers? Is it always necessary to set goals to motivate children? What motivates adults? Why are some people seemingly much more motivated than others? Gardens Do people in your country usually have gardens in their homes? Which age group visits gardens the most? Is it good for people to take care of a garden? Why do people grow their own plants at home sometimes? Is it common for people in your country to grow fruits and vegetables at home? Outdoor Sports What are the benefits of doing an outdoor sport? Why do some people enjoy doing dangerous sports? Why were dangerous sports created at all? Is it better to do outdoor sports in groups? Do both old and young people enjoy outdoor sport? Public Transportation Do old or young people use public transportation more? What are the drawbacks of private vehicles? How could public transportation be improved? Should city planners consider public transport when designing cities? What can the government do to improve public transport outside of urban areas? Competition How helpful is competition for children? Is it good to have a competitive attitude? How are the attitudes of professionals and amateurs different? How are children awarded competition prizes in your country? What are the adverse effects of competition on children? Law Who is most responsible for enforcing the law? Which international laws are you familiar with? Why do you think law is important? Should laws be more universal? What is the relationship between law and justice? Health How can people improve their physical health? What about their mental health? In what ways can teachers encourage students to do sports? What is the role of doctors in raising health awareness? Can social media also play a role? Old People What are the advantages of having an elderly person at home? Is there anything that older people should learn from the younger generation? What can the younger generation learn from the older generation? What qualities does a person need to take care of older people? Do you think elderly people should be allowed to work? Talkative Chidren Do think being talkative is a good quality for children? Is it good for children to talk a lot in every situation? Why do children talk so much? What makes children talk less as the get older sometimes? What can teachers do to encourage children to talk more?
Intelligence Do people with high IQs tend to be selfish? Can computers improve your intelligence? What is the difference between intelligence and knowledge? How much can intelligence change during a lifetime and how much of it is fixed? Has technology made people less intelligent? Success When a person is successful, are they also happy? What is success? Do relationships affect success? Which is more important for success: opportunity or hard work? What defines success for people in your country? Classmates Is it important for children in school to get along with their classmates? What are the advantages of getting along well with others in school? Should children be allowed to sit where they want in class? How has technology changed the way that students interact with each other? How important is it for children to learn about sharing? Urban Planning How important is urban planning for a city? What are the possible drawbacks of not having a good plan? How do cities in your country differ? What effect do businesses have on urban planning? How can people make their voices heard when it comes to urban planning? Information How did people find out information in the past? How has that changed now? Do people today rely too much on online information? Can a personal diary be a reliable source of information? How do historians verify the information they come across?
Teenagers Is the behaviour of teenagers today better than when you were a teenager? When should teenagers start to take on more responsibilities? What kinds of responsibilities? How have attitudes towards teenagers changed in recent years? What can parents do if teenagers are unwilling to take on more responsibility? Laughing What is the importance of laughing? What is the difference between the laughing of children and adults? Why do children laugh more easily than adults? How does it impact students if their teacher is funny? Is it possible to enjoy comedy from foreign countries? Decisions What sort of important decisions do teenagers face today? What are the difficult decisions that national leaders face? How can they make these decisions? Who should be considered when taking an important decision? Is it better to take your time or make a quick decision? Time Management How can people manage their time better now compared to the past? What are the differences in what people do with their time now? How has technology helped people to save time? What are the qualities of a person with good time management? Will people have more free time in the future? Sport Which sports are popular in your country? How can amateurs be attracted to participate in sports? What are the benefits of doing sport? How does loyalty help a sport become popular? What makes a sport popular?
Holidays Where do most people in your country go for holidays? Why do some people prefer to spend their holidays at home? Do you think young people benefit from having a gap-year before university? How does tourism for holidays affect your country? What benefits does it have? Reading Do people in your country read a lot? Will reading still be a popular hobby in the future? Do children read a lot these days? Is developing a love of reading the responsibility of parents? How can governments encourage people to read more? Beauty What is beauty for you? Do you think the media influences our idea of beauty? Do you think advertisements portrayal of beauty is correct? How has people’s idea of beauty changed over the last few decades? Do you think beauty only relates to a person’s appearance? Fashion Why are designer bran clothes popular? Why are these brands so expensive? How has fashion changed in your country? Is it important for designers to stay up to date with the latest fashions? Is fashion more important than adapting your clothes to the weather? Repairs Why do things break? Is it worth repairing something instead of buying a new one? Should we teach kids to repair things? Does the government have a responsibilty to fix certain things? How well do people in your country take care of public facilities? International Events/Parties What sort of internation events does your country host? Do you think these types of events divide people? Why are these events celebrated? What activities are common for these celebrations? Are there many events that are celebrated across national borders? Social Websites Do you often use social websites? Why do you use social websites? Do people spend too much time on social websites? Would you like to spend more time on these websites? Bad Service Why do some people not complain about bad service? What should people do if they receive bad service? How can companies deal with bad service? Can bad service ever be a positive experience? What organisations are famous for bad service in your country? Public Facilities Are there many public facilities in your country? What are the benefits of parks? Should parks be free of charge? How can parks better serve the poor? How important is it to have parks in urban areas? Parties Which types of parties are popular in your country? Is it true that everybody likes parties? Do you prefer receiving emails or birthday cards on your birthday? How does alcohol affect the atmosphere of a party? Is music important to a party? Quiet Places Why do old people prefer quiet places? What are the main causes of noise in cities? Why are suburbs quieter? Why might some people not enjoy quiet places? Will cities be nosier in the future? Communication How important is communication in the workplace? How does that differ from communication at home? What different types of communication are there? How have mobile phones changed the way we communicate? What is the future of communication? Countryside Why is the countryside quieter than the city? Why do many people prefer to live in the countryside? Where are the quietest places in cities? What will the countryside look like in your country in the future? Are there any drawbacks to investing in public transport in the countryside?
