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PIA IELTS EXPERT COURSE SPEAKING 1|Page TABLE OF CONTENTS TOPIC PART TITLE PAGE 3 3 3 3 TV program Intelligent person Intelligent or beauty Household chores Unforgettable childhood memory Childhood Music Unsuccessful trip Planning a trip Advertisement Environmental problems Environmental crisis Flowers Favorite season Climate Teamwork or Cooperation Company/School project Group projects Company Something that makes you healthy Children and Play Newspaper and Radio Childhood activity Health Art A course one wants to learn Activities that children enjoy 11 12 13 15 16 17 19 20 21 23 24 25 27 28 29 31 32 33 35 36 TOPIC 10 11 12 13 14 15 PART 3 3 3 TITLE Hometown Traffic jam University education Language Cooking Traffic problems Films Book Food Industry Relaxation Interesting speech Speeches Colors Change in one’s life Change and progress Food Good advice Best advice PAGE 37 39 40 41 43 44 45 47 48 49 51 52 53 55 56 57 59 60 Topic Extra Questions: Part TV PROGRAM Do you watch TV programs often? Do you think the government should censor what people watch on TV? What kinds of TV programs are not suitable for children? What you watch more often, local or foreign TV programs? a) b) c) d) e) What kind of TV programs you watch for entertainment? Do TV programs have influence on children? Do you think watching television is a waste of time? How can watching too much television affect a child’s growth? How old should a child be to be able to watch television freely? Related vocabulary words and expressions 10 viewer (n) documentary (n) series (n) mainstream (n) witty (adj) enlightening (adj) live-broadcast (n) attention-grabbing (interesting) (phr) mind-numbing (boring) (phr) broadcast/televise (v) Idiom Channel-surf – change TV channels frequently 1|Page SAMPLE ANSWERS Do you watch TV programs often? Yes, I watch TV programs often, almost every day I watch the morning news before going to work When I get home as well, I immediately turn on the TV, and on weekends, I spend almost the whole day watching Do you think the government should censor what people watch on TV? Yes, I think that the government should censor what their citizens watch because TV has a strong influence on people The authorities should make sure that people don’t watch anything that will be detrimental to them, like violent or sexually explicit programs What kinds of TV programs are not suitable for children? The programs not suitable for children are those that have violent and sexual contents because children are too young for those It may also cause harm since they are easily influenced by what they see, convincing kids that a life of crime is an exciting goal to strive for What you watch more often, local or foreign TV programs? I prefer watching local TV programs more because the language they use are easier to understand The cultural setting is also easier to relate to, and I appreciate programs that are made in my own country better 2|Page Part Describe an intelligent person you know Describe an intelligent person you know You should say You should say who is the person when did you discover his intelligence what kind of person is he/she why is he/she intelligent Model Answer who is the person when did you discover his intelligence what kind of person is he/she why is he/she intelligent Your Answer I would like to tell you about one of the most intelligent persons that I know who happens to be my mother There are several reasons why I consider her so First of all, she solved my impossible math equation I asked both my dad and my grandfather for help but they did not understand how to perform the calculation Second, she’s the type of person who has a good memory and even better concentration skills I would be surprised when she clarifies difficult topics discussed in class Whenever she helps me prepare for my exams, she made memorizing seem so easy Last but not least, being a humble person, she insisted on showing me how to the problem, and she let me take all the credit For these reasons, I think my mother is so intelligent because she studies hard but is still level-headed 3|Page Part What is more important: intelligence or beauty? Do you think intelligent people can stupid things? Does intelligence run in the family? What is more important: intelligence or beauty? Does intelligence run in the family? Beauty is great, but it doesn’t last, so I think intelligence is more important Intelligence becomes quite beautiful as you get to know someone and as they age, and contributes more to your life over a longer period than beauty does Do you think intelligent people can stupid things? Of course, since intelligence itself doesn’t make you rational, and irrational people stupid things Thinking rationally demands mental skills that some of us don’t have and many of us don’t use, which is why we often see socially awkward geniuses I think yes, and everyone agrees that intelligence tends to run in families Lots of studies have shown that this is true and most people can see it when they look at their own families, friends, and acquaintances Extra Questions a) What you think of intelligence tests? Do you think they are accurate? b) Does school make a person more intelligent? c) Should intelligent children be educated separately? d) What is the difference in how people regard intelligence in the past and present? 4|Page Topic Extra Questions: Part HOUSEHOLD CHORES Do you like to housework? What kind of housework you usually do? What is your least favorite household chore? What are the benefits of doing household chores? Related vocabulary words and expressions 10 housework (n) tidy up / clean up (phr v) putting things where they belong (phr) dust (v) scrub (v) disposable (adj) regularly/frequently/rarely (adv) take the trash out (phr) make the bed (phr) set/clear the table (phr) a) Do you housework by choice or your parents force you to so? b) Are household chores necessary? c) What are the most common household chores? d) What household chores are the easiest to do? e) What household chores are the hardest to do? f) What chores will you never do? g) Why people household chores? h) Who often does household chores in your house? i) Why females more often bear the responsibility in doing household chores? Idiom be fed up with – be tired of 5|Page SAMPLE ANSWERS Do you like to housework? Surprisingly yes, I like to house work a lot, and often household work without being asked My mother has never forced me into doing chores because I willingly them, and am usually a great help in the kitchen when I visit my relatives for family dinners What kind of housework you usually do? The type of housework I usually includes fixing my bed in the morning and keeping my room clean Sometimes when asked, I wash the dishes after meals, clean the toilet, and sweep the floor in the morning What is your least favorite household chore? My least favorite household chore is dusting off appliances, furniture, window ledges, and the like It’s very tiring and tedious, especially at home where my mother wants me to clean her tiny figurine collection one by one What are the benefits of doing household chores? I think that knowing how to household chores helps me develop responsibility and prepares me for an independent life Other benefits of household chores include scrubbing as a form of exercise and you getting to make your parents happy 6|Page Part Describe an unforgettable memory from your childhood Describe an unforgettable memory from your childhood You should say You should say who was involved where did the memory take place how old were you at that time why you remember it Model Answer who was involved where did the memory take place how old were you at that time why you remember it Your Answer I would like to tell you about one of my best childhood memories and that is my holiday trips with my grandmother There are several reasons why I consider this so First of all, my grandma was a beautiful, funny person, and loved travelling I think it’s because of her I like travelling so much too Second, we travelled to my uncle’s house every year – a cabin by a hill with a vista overlooking the sea where the wind blew strong We had such a wonderful time there, playing with my cousins, rolling down the hill, and making up different games Our uncle was always happy to take us Last but not least, my grandma would bake cinnamon buns which smelled almost as good as they tasted For these reasons, I think those holiday trips were just a few among other unforgettable childhood experiences 7|Page Part Describe a book you read Describe a book you read You should say You should say what is the title and who wrote it who are the characters what is an exciting scene in the book why it is such a memorable book for you Model Answer what is the title and who wrote it who are the characters what is an exciting scene in the book why it is such a memorable book for you Your Answer I would like to tell you about one of the books I have read called “The Time Traveler’s Wife” by Audrey Niffenegger There are several reasons why I consider this memorable First of all, I am so much into romance and this is a love story between a man named Henry whose genetic disorder causes him to travel unpredictably, and his wife Clara who copes with it Second, I cannot forget the most exciting scene when on New Year’s Eve of 2006, Henry travels to the middle of the woods and is accidentally shot by Clare’s brother Henry returns to the present and dies in his wife’s arms Last but not least, I find it so memorable because unlike other books of its kind, it uses time travel to deal with miscommunication and distance in relationships For these reasons, the unique way of how a relationship is handled among other things makes it one of my favorites 47 | P a g e Part Should kids learn how to cook? Why? Should schools open up cooking courses? Why? Do schools have the responsibility to monitor food safety? Should kids learn how to cook? Yes, kids should definitely learn how to cook as this will benefit them as they grow up, especially with regards to their health Nowadays, not a lot of young people know how to cook a decent meal, resorting to instant and fast food for nourishment Should schools open up cooking courses? If there is a demand for cooking courses, then yes, schools should take advantage of that market Taking cooking courses will be beneficial especially since food is one of our basic necessities and we definitely want it to taste good Do schools have the responsibility to monitor food safety? Absolutely Schools should monitor the food that their students eat because they have primary responsibility for the children during school hours Parents trust that schools monitor the safety of their children during school hours, and therefore, the administration should be accountable for this Extra Questions: a) Should government force the food industry to serve healthy food only? b) Do people like healthy food now more than before? c) How will the food that people eat change in the future? d) Is it important to eat with one’s family? 48 | P a g e Topic 13 Extra Questions: Part RELAXATION How you relax? When you usually relax? How much time people usually spend on outdoor activities every week? Do you like to relax with your officemates after work or just relax by yourself? a) b) c) d) e) f) g) h) What kind of outdoor activities you like the most? What you like to to relax in your spare time? What is your typical day like? How you usually spend your holiday? What is your definition of relaxation? Do you always have time to relax? Do you go somewhere specific to relax? Do you like going to salon or spas? Related vocabulary or expressions 10 Relaxing (adj) Drained (adj) overwhelmed (adj) tiring day (phr) calming (adj) unwind (v) work balance (phr) short breaks (phr) sleep-inducing (adj) tranquil state of mind (phr) Idiom put one’s feet up – to relax 49 | P a g e SAMPLE ANSWERS How you relax? At home, I relax by taking a warm bath, sleeping, or listening to my favorite mellow songs I like spending some time alone when I need to unwind and forget about my problems, so I often relax in front of the TV with my cat, Giggles When you usually relax? I only have the time to relax on weekends so I make the most of it then I usually go out with my friends on Saturdays then stay at home to pamper myself on Sundays by giving myself facials and painting my nails How much time people usually spend on outdoor activities every week? People rarely spend time outdoors nowadays In fact, weekends are the only times they can really relax Some people not have time for outdoor activities because of their busy lifestyles since they focus most of their daily lives working in small indoor cubicles Do you like to relax with your officemates after work or just relax by yourself? When I’m really stressed, I prefer relaxing at home rather than with others It isn’t often that I go out with my officemates to chat over coffee to relieve work anxieties, but on occasion, I it just to keep up appearances 50 | P a g e Part Describe an interesting speech Describe an interesting speech You should say You should say who gave the speech what was it about where did you attend this speech why did you think it was interesting Model Answer who gave the speech what was it about where did you attend this speech why did you think it was interesting Your Answer I would like to tell you about one of the interesting speeches delivered by the late Princess Diana which was “Responding to Landmines” There are several reasons why I consider this interesting First of all, she went down in history for giving one of the strongest influential speeches of all time Second, she urged the international public to ban the use of landmines as nearly eight hundred people lost their lives every month stepping on them, and many of the deceased or injured were children at play Last but not least, as I sat in my college dorm room watching the coverage with my roommates, I learned that she joined the British Red Cross and went to Angola to help For these reasons, it showed me how one person can make a difference globally and how many countries around the world desperately need our help 51 | P a g e Part Are group discussions more effective in conveying information than lectures? What are good ways to capture the attention of the audience during a lecture? What qualities should an effective speaker have? Are group discussions more effective in conveying information than lectures? No, I don't think that one is more effective than the other; rather, different styles fit different people People differ in their ways of effectively understanding and digesting information, and there are some who prefer to listen to people who talk things out in group discussions What are good ways to capture the attention of the audience during a lecture? Jokes and games are sure ways of capturing and retaining the audiences' attention when you deliver a lecture People don't usually like very serious and boring talks, so injecting a little fun to speeches will definitely liven things up What qualities should an effective speaker have? A speaker should be knowledgeable about his or her topic and have the ability to hold the attention of their audience Confidence is also important because it is an indicator of credibility, as is alertness to readily answer possible questions from the audience Extra Questions: a) What kinds of people are best suited to give speeches to children? b) Which is a more effective learning method, a lecture or a discussion? c) Should lecturers always be formal to command respect or should they sometimes be informal? d) Why are people easily influenced by good speakers? 52 | P a g e Topic 14 Extra Questions: Part COLORS What was your favorite color when you were a child? Is that still your favorite color now? Do you think colors are important? Is color very important to you when you are buying clothes? a) b) c) d) e) Are there any colors you dislike? Do you usually wear clothes in your favorite color? Do you prefer light or dark colors? Are there any colors that have special meaning in your country? Do you think different types of people like different colors? Related vocabulary or expressions 10 Hue (n) Dominant (adj) a shade of (phr) vibrant/vivid / colors (phr) dull colors (phr) signify/symbolize/convey (v) makes one feel / remind someone of (phr) looks good on someone (phr v) has special meaning (phr) a sense of (security/ peace, etc) (phr) Idiom be fond of – to like somebody or something so much 53 | P a g e SAMPLE ANSWERS What was your favorite color when you were a child? As a child, I remember not being very fussy about color I loved all of them, and there was no favoritism of any kind toward any color There were times when I loved violet, other times red, sometimes yellow and so on Is that still your favorite color now? Not really I love black color now I think black is very mysterious and sophisticated at the same time Do you think colors are important? Well, I think they are Colors tend to suggest the mood of a person and bring more spark to a particular day Like, at a wedding, people tend wear bright clothes, and it uplifts the entire mood I think every color has its own significance, and they bring that significance alive Is color very important for you when buying clothes? For me, the only thing that matters while buying clothes is that it should look good on me Color preference is not really a major predetermining factor for me, so I really don’t bother much about the color as long as the dress looks nice on me 54 | P a g e Part Describe a change in your life Describe a change in your life You should say You should say what is it why you want to change it how to make it happen why people change their life Model Answer what is it why you want to change it how to make it happen why people change their life Your Answer I would like to tell you about one of the biggest changes that I made in my life which was the decision to leave my office job and become a police officer There are several reasons why I did this First of all, I was bored in my office job, and needed a change in profession To make my dream a reality, I did a research on how to become an officer Then I applied for acceptance last September, took the tests, passed the physical examination, and quit my office job! Second, I felt so uncomfortable staying in the office the whole day Desk job seemed okay at first, but I couldn’t stand being cooped up all day Last but not least, I had to decide whether I could stay in that line of work until the time I age Sadly, I could not picture myself having a productive time and growing professionally in that field For these reasons, I think that many people like me make mid-life changes in their occupations because they grow tired of routines 55 | P a g e Part Why some people like change? What is the difference between change and progress? Do you think that change is inevitable? Why? Why some people like change? Some people like change because it gives them the opportunity to start something new, especially if they would like to try out different things Change also creates challenges which some people want to have in their lives since monotony in daily routines can often bring out boredom What is the difference between change and progress? Change means that there is a difference in something that we are already used to, and can be positive or negative Progress is also like change, but I believe that differs since it is always a positive development or a step in the right direction Do you think that change is inevitable? Why? Yes, I think that change is inevitable because changes occur every day and are already part of our life People cannot choose not to change because the world will change around them and force them to make gradual adjustments, so it’s better that they not try to fight it Extra Questions: a) What are some good things that the new education system brings to children? b) Why people fear change? c) What kind of things cannot be changed in adulthood? d) What events bring about the biggest changes in one’s life? 56 | P a g e Topic 15 Part Extra Questions: FOOD What’s your favorite food? Are there any foods you dislike? What are some traditional food in your country? Do you follow a healthy diet? a) b) c) d) e) f) What is your typical breakfast? Do you watch your diet carefully? How important is food to you? Who usually cooks in your family? Are you a good cook? What is your favorite cuisine? Related vocabulary or expressions 10 appetizing (adj) fattening (adj) wholesome (adj) ready meals (phr) processed food (phr) home-cooked (adj) eat a balanced diet (phr) a quick snack (phr) regional cooking (phr) mouth-watering (adj) Idiom to foot the bill – to pay the bill 57 | P a g e SAMPLE ANSWERS What is your favorite food? I would have to say that it’s definitely steak It’s quite expensive, so it’s a real treat when I get the chance to have steak, and I love all the things that come with it like pepper sauce, chips, mushrooms, and onions Are there any foods you dislike? I like most foods, but if I had to pick one I don’t like, it would have to be vegetables, especially green ones like broccoli or cabbage They are either tasteless or really bitter Sometimes though, I try to force them down when I have to because they are very healthy What are some traditional foods in your country? Everything seems to revolve around potato where I’m from, but there’s much more to Irish cuisine than just one vegetable If you come to Ireland, you have to try a full Irish breakfast It’s made up of lots of fried meats, plus a range of bread like wheat, soda, and potato bread, of course Do you have a healthy diet? No, not at all I like all things that are unhealthy like sweets, fatty foods, and junk food I don’t really have a lot of discipline when it comes to my diet which is probably why I’m a little overweight 58 | P a g e Part Describe some good advice you were given Describe some good advice you were given You should say You should say what was it who gave it to you what was the result after listening to the advice what did you feel when you were given the advice Model Answer what was it who gave it to you what was the result after listening to the advice what did you feel when you were given the advice Your Answer I would like to tell you about an advice I got from my parents which was not to be afraid to get my hands dirty There are several reasons why I consider this an important advice First of all, I grew up in a very hard-working household I hated doing chores around the house I just wanted to go outside the house and play with my friends! As I got older, I began to realize how hard my parents worked and how much they appreciated the help that my sisters and I gave around the house Second, despite still hating house chores, it felt so good to see my parents’ happy face after finishing housework They could relax after working so hard during the day This taught me to focus on others’ feelings Last but not least, I fully understood the importance of my mother’s advice when I landed my first job My hard work was appreciated, and I took pride in my accomplishments at work For these reasons, my mother’s advice resulted in turning me into a hard worker that is happy to get their hands dirty 59 | P a g e Part Why people love to give advice but not actually it themselves? What is the best advice you have ever given to anyone? Do you always follow the advice you give other people? Why people love to give advice but not actually it themselves? Sometimes, it is easier to say things than to them especially if we are not in the same situation as the other people We not always adhere to the advice that we give either making us hypocritical, so it is important to pay attention to the things that we say to people What is the best advice you have ever given to anyone? The best advice I ever gave was not to lie I gave this to my friend who failed an exam in school and didn't want to tell her parents I told her to tell them how hard she tried, and in the end, they weren't mad after all and appreciated her honesty Do you always follow the advice you give other people? No, there are some things that are easier said than done, and I simply cannot follow the advice For example, it is easy to give a piece of advice about getting good grades in school, but it is sometimes hard to get good grades yourself when life gets in the way Extra Questions: a) Why young people don’t accept advice from others? b) What could be the possible danger in following other people’s advice? c) Why people get advice after making mistakes? d) How has giving advice changed? 60 | P a g e REFERENCE Books: Clark, M 2014, ‘IELTS Speaking’, Hanoi: Qunyan Press, pp 25-35 Ielts School 2010, ‘IELTS Speaking History Book’, Ver.1, Speaking Part1, & Web sites: Ielts Speaking History Book www.ielts-simon.com www.ieltsliz.com www.ieltsmaterial.com/ielts-speaking-practice www.usingenglish.com 61 | P a g e ... (n) witty (adj) enlightening (adj) live-broadcast (n) attention-grabbing (interesting) (phr) mind-numbing (boring) (phr) broadcast/televise (v) Idiom Channel-surf – change TV channels frequently... (v) Idiom nine-to-five – between nine o’clock and five o’clock, the normal working hours of an office worker 25 | P a g e SAMPLE ANSWERS What you think about companies running 24-hours a day?... Part Describe a book you read Describe a book you read You should say You should say what is the title and who wrote it who are the characters what is an exciting scene in the book why it is such