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IELTS Speaking

Latest & Anticipating


Actual Questions
(for early 2018)

These set of questions are based on researches and analyses of the most recent and
actual IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS. It includes not only the latest but
the trendy and greatly anticipated early 2018 topics and questions as well.

Attention:
You need to COPY and PASTE each question to the Skype chat
box during the class. Do not send the entire file to your student!
Speaking part 1

In the IELTS speaking test Part 1, the examiner will introduce himself or herself
and ask general questions on familiar topics.
The examiner will ask some questions to confirm your identity. He or she will then ask general
questions on familiar topics such as home, family, work, studies and interests. Part 1 Speaking
test takes about 4-5 minutes and number of questions depend on how testee responds.

Speaking part 2

In the IELTS speaking test Part 2, testee will be given a task card on a particular
topic, this will include key points that he or she should talk about.
This section of the Speaking test gives testee the opportunity to speak longer about the topic.

Testee will be given one minute to prepare for his/her answer about the topic on the task card. A
pencil and paper will be provided for him/her to take notes.

Testee will have about 2 minutes to talk and then the examiner might ask him/her one or two
follow up questions on the same topic. Part 2 takes about 3-4 minutes.

Speaking part 3

In the IELTS speaking Part 3, the examiner will ask further questions which are
connected to the topic discussed in part 2.
This part of the test is designed to give testee the opportunity to talk more about abstract issues
and ideas. It is a two-way discussion with the examiner, and will last about 4-5 minutes.
[Set 1]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Hometown

● What’s the name of your hometown?


● Is that a big city or a small place?
● How long have you been living there?
● Do you like your hometown?
● Is there anything you dislike about it?
● What do you like (most) about your hometown?
● Please describe your hometown a little.
● Do you think you will continue living there for a long time?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)

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Describe a dream home you would like to have

You should say:


● Where this place is
● What it is like
● When you want to live in there
● And explain why you want to live in such a place.
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Do most Korean people live in an apartment or a house?


● Do young people in your country like to live with their parents or by themselves?
● Do Korean people like to rent a place to live?
● Would you live in a foreign country in the future?
● How is modern home design (both inside & outside appearance) in your country different to that of the
past?
● In your country, what type of home do most people live in?

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[Set 2]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Home (Accommodation)

● What kind of housing/accommodation do you live in?


● Do you live in a house or a flat?
● What’s the difference between where you are living now and where you have lived in the past?
● Can you describe the place(room) where you live (in)?
● Which room does your family spend most of the time in?
● How long have you lived there?
● What do you usually do in your house/flat/room?
● Do you plan to live there for a long time?
● Are the transport facilities to your home very good?
● Do you prefer living in a house or a flat?
● Which part of your home do you like the most?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a place you know where people go to listen to music (such as a theater or a music hall).

You should say:


● Where it is
● What kind of music is performed there
● What type of people go there
● Why people go there
● And explain your impressions of this place.
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Should children learn to play instrument?


● Should parents force them to learn music?
● Is music education important in your country?
● Some people say music is like math, do you agree?
● What effects does technology have on music?
● What are the advantages of learning music?

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[Set 3]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Names

● Do you like your name?


● Does your name have any special meaning?
● What kinds of names are popular in Korea?
● Are there many Korean people who have the same name as you?
● Is there any tradition about naming babies?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a (long) car journey you went on.

You should say:


● Whereyou went
● What you did at this place
● Who you went there with
● And explain why you went on that journey by car.
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Why do people like to have private cars?


● What are the differences between bicycles and private cars?
● Is it a good thing that everyone has their own cars?
● How to buy private cars in Korea?
● What’s the difference between men and women’s preference on cars?
● What will cars be like in the future?

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[Set 4]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Computer

● How often do you use a computer?


● What kinds of computers are popular in Korea?
● What do you mainly use your computer for?
● Who taught you how to use a computer?
● Do you think computers have changed your life a lot?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a rule at your school(work) that you agree or disagree.

You should say:


● What it is
● Whyit is made
● What are the consequences of breaking the rule
● Why you agree or disagree.
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Should companies have rules?


● Should companies decide how long the working hours are?
● What kinds of rules do Korean families have?
● Do you think strict rules are necessary in schools?
● Should students involve in rule-making?

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[Set 5]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Teenagers

● Do you like to spend time with teenagers?


● Do you know anything about the kind of fashion that teenagers like?
● What are the best things of being a teenager?
● How do teenagers entertain themselves?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a traditional product in your country

You should say:


● What the product is
● When you tried this product for the first time
● What it is made of
● Why you like this product.
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Did the products made in the past have better quality than the ones made now?
● What effects do traditional products have on tourism?
● Is it necessary to protect tradition?
● Do you think teenagers should learn about tradition?
● What kinds of traditions are popular in your country?

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[Set 6]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

High school

● Do(Did) you like your high school?


● Which subject do you like most? And dislike?
● Do you still contact your friends in high school?
● What is(was) your high school like?
● What happened on your first day of high school?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)

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Describe a piece of furniture

You should say:


● What it is
● Where it is
● What it looks like (or what it is made of)
● And explain how or why you use it.
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● In your country, where do people buy the furniture for their homes?
● What factors do people need to consider when buying furniture for the home?
● Why do some people like to buy expensive furniture?
● Do you think the style is important?
● What’s the difference between furniture in the office and furniture at home?

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[Set 7]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Boat

● Have you ever travelled by boat?


● Do you like boats?
● Would you like to have your own boat?
● Is boat trip popular in your country?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a leisure facility (cinema, theater, sports center) you would like to have in your home town.

You should say:


● What it is
● Where it is
● When you go there
● Andhow you feel about it.
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Would people change their way of entertainment as they grow older?


● What do young people do for fun?
● Do you think entertainment methods will be home-based in the future?
● What kinds of leisure facilities are popular in your country?
● Do you think it’s important to take some time off work or study and do some leisure activities?

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[Set 8]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Rainy days

● Does it rain much in Korea? (Where?When?)


● Is there any part of Korea where it doesn’t rain much?
● When (in what month/season) does it rain most in your hometown?
● In which season does it rain most in other parts of Korea?
● Can you remember any time when it rained particularly heavily in your hometown?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe something or activity you do to stay healthy

You should say:


● What the activity is
● When, where you usually do it
● How you do it
● And explain why it can keep you healthy.
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Whatdo old people in your country do to stay healthy?


● How do you deal with pressure?
● Do you think young people should play dangerous sports?
● What else people can do to stay healthy besides sports?
● What do parents do to make their children like sports?

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[Set 9]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Friends

● Do you remember your friends in primary school? Why?


● What do you do with friends?
● How do you make friends?
● Do you have many friends?
● Do you like chatting with friends online?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a plant which is important in your country.

You should say:


● Where it grows
● Why it is important
● If you like it or not
● And explain how you learned about this particular plant.
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● What other plants are important in your country? Are any of them exported?
● Which plant or flower is the most popular? Why is that?
● Have you ever had a plant?
● Why do you think some people love having plants and flowers in their homes?
● Are there any benefits of looking after plants?

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[Set 10]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Family

● How often do you meet your family?


● How do you spend the time with your family?
● Do you want to live with your family in the future?
● Are you close to all of your family members?
● How has your family influenced you?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe an important letter you received

You should say:


● When you received it
● Who sent it
● What it was about
● Why it was important to you
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Will letters be replaced by emails?


● Do old people prefer letters or emails?
● Is it still useful for companies to communicate with letters?
● Do people in your country write letters?
● What skills do letter-writing require?

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[Set 11]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Work or study

● Why did you choose to do that type of work(job)?


● Is it very interesting?
● Do you miss being a student?
● Do you like your job?
● What subject are you studying?
● Why did you choose to study that subject?
● Is it very interesting?
● Do you prefer to study in the mornings or in the afternoons?
● Are you looking forward to working?
● Do you like your subject? (Why/Why not?)

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe an advertisement that you saw or hear or liked.

You should say:


● Where you saw or heard it
● What kind of advertisement it was
● What the content of the advertisement was
● And explain how you felt about this advertisement.
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● In general, what are the pros and cons of advertising?


● Do you think there’s too much advertising in our daily lives?
● Do people in your country like advertisements?
● In what ways do advertisements influence people?
● What are the different forms of advertising that we have in society today?
● What do you think is the most effective means of advertising?

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[Set 12]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Transportation

● What’s the most popular means of transportation in your hometown?


● Can you compare the advantages of planes and trains?
● How often do you take buses?
● Is driving to work popular in your country?
● Would you reide bikes to work in the future?
● Do you prefer public transportation or private transportation?
● Do you think people will drive more in the future?
● What will become the most popular means of transportation in Korea?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe an exciting abook you have read

You should say:


● When you read it
● What type/kind of book it is
● What it is about
● Why you read it / Why it is exciting
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Which group would read more, young people or old people?


● What’s the difference between men and women in their reading habits?
● Do you prefer books or movies?
● Which gender reads more, male or female?
● Is it necessary for parents to read stories to their children?

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[Set 13]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Advertisements

● Are there many advertisements in your country?


● Why do you think there are so many advertisements now?
● How do you feel about advertisements?
● What are the various places where we see advertisements?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a subject of science that you learned in high school

You should say:


● What it was
● What you learned
● What do you think of the teacher
● And explain how you felt about it.
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Is science an important subject in your school?


● In what ways people learn about science?
● Would men learn science faster than women?
● Is science popular in your country?

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[Set 14]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Daily Routine

● What part of your day do you like best?


● What’s your daily routine?
● What is the busiest part of the day for you?
● What’s the difference of routine between you and your teenager’s times?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe someone who is a good parent

You should say:


● Who this person is
● How you know this person
● What this person does
● And explain why you think this person is a good parent.
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● If you were a parent and you were busy at work, would you take care of your children on your own or
hire a babysitter?
● Do you think it’s fair to let mothers take care of children all the time?
● Some teenagers don’t like to be controlled by their parents, what do you think?
● What are the drawbacks if the children are looked after by their grandparents?
● In your country, who will take care children?
● Do you think you’ll be a good parent?

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[Set 15]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Jewelry

● What’s your attitude toward jewelry?


● What kind of jewelry you like to buy?
● Why so many people choose to buy expensive jewelry to maintain value?
● How often do you wear jewelry?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe an interesting person from another country

You should say:


● Who this person is
● What this person doest
● Why this person is interesting
● Andhow you think of this person.
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Do you think communicating with foreigners is a good way to learn about foreign culture?
● What are the disadvantages of working for an international company?
● What kinds of problems will people have when they travel or live in a foreign country?
● Do you like to make friends with people from other countries?

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[Set 16]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Dictionary

● How often do you use your dictionary?


● Do you like paper dictionary or electronic dictionary?
● What kinds of dictionaries have you used before?
● How will dictionaries change in the future?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe something you bought recently that you were happy with

You should say:


● What it was
● Where you bought it
● What it was for
● And explain why it made you happy.
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● How often do people in your country go shopping?


● What kinds of places are popoular for shopping in Korea?
● Do you think online shopping will replace shopping in reality?
● Did you ever have bad shopping experience?
● What would you do if you bought something disappointing from the internet?
● How is online shopping so popular these days?

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[Set 17]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Sleep

● How many hours are you asleep for everyday?


● Is it necessary to take a nap everyday?
● Do old people sleep a lot? Why?
● What time do you usually go to bed?
● Do you always have a good sleep?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe an experience that you taught a friend or a relative

You should say:


● Who you taught
● When you taught
● What you taught
● How you felt about it
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Whatkinds of teaching skills are important?


● What kinds of teaching methods are suitable for old people?
● What kinds of teaching methods are not useful?
● Do people in your country like to take online courses?
● How to help old people learn?

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[Set 18]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Animal

● Why do some people keep pets at home?


● What kinds of animals do you like?
● Have you ever had a pet before?
● Do you like to see animals in the zoo?
● What is the most popular animal in Korea?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe an interesting place that few people know

You should say:


● Where it is
● When you go there
● What you can do there
● And why few people know there
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Whatkinds of tourist sites are popular in your country?


● What can governments do to prevent pollution in tourist sites?
● What are the advantages of visiting less know places?
● What are the disadvantages when there are too many tourists in one site?

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[Set 19]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Ourdoor activities

● What do you do in your spare time?


● Do you like outdoor activities?
● What outdoor activities do you (most) like to do?
● How often do you do that?
● What outdoor sports do you like? (Why?)
● How much time do you spend outdoors every week?
● How often do you do outdoor activities?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a time you felt happy that you used your cellphone

You should say:


● When it happened
● Where it happened
● Who you were with
● Why you felt happy by using your cellphone
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Does most people have mobile phones in your country?


● Will the use of cellphone cause any problems to others?
● Whatdo people use cellphones for?
● What are the advantages of having a mobile phone?
● Are children allowed to use mobile phones in your country?
● What are the effects when someone is making a lot noise by using mobile phones in a public place?

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[Set 20]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Excercise

● What kinds of exercises do you do?


● Do you think children should play sports regularly?
● What was your favorite sport when you wre young?
● Do you like extreme sports?
● What kinds of exercises are popoular in your country?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a businessman you admire

You should say:


● Who the person is
● How you know this person
● What kinds of business this person does
● And explain why you admire this person
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Whatkinds of business are popular in your country?


● If you had the opportunity, what kinds of business would you do?
● What age do people want to retire in your country?
● Would young people in your country like to pen up their own business or find a job?
● Would people want to do online business or run a company in reality?

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[Set 21]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

App (Smartphone)

● What kinds of apps do you often use?


● What kinds of apps would you like to have in the future?
● What’s the most popular app in your country?
● What was the first app you used?
● Do old people in your country like to use apps?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe something you bought according to an advertisement you saw

You should say:


● What it was about
● Where you saw or heard about it
● Why you wanted to buy it
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● How do businesses promote their products?


● Can you compare different kinds of advertising methods?
● What kinds of advertisements are there in your country?
● How does the advertising industry develop in your country?
● Do you trust advertisements?

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[Set 22]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

News / Newspaper

● Do you often read newspapers?


● Are you very interested in the news?
● Why do you want to know the latest news?
● How important is it to you to get the news every day?
● What sort of news are you most interested in?
● Which do you prefer reading, magazines or newspapres?
● How old were you when you first started to read newspapers?
● Do you think it’s important to read newspapers? (Why / Why not?)
● Why do you think people read newspapers?
● What different types of newspaper are there in Korea?
● Do you care about the news?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe an achievement that you are proud of

You should say:


● What it was
● How you did it
● How difficult it was
● Why you are proud of it
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● What kinds of achievements should young people have?


● Is it important to set goals?
● Should people give up because they’re afraid of failure?
● Should old people set goals for themselves?
● What kind of employees should be rewarded?
● What does better working condition means?
● Should people be allowed to rest in work hours?

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[Set 23]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Gift

● How often do you buy others gifts?


● Do you like to send expensive gifts?
● What kinds of gifts are popular in your country?
● Why do people send gifts?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a (good) decision someone made

You should say:


● Who made it
● What was the decision
● When it was made
● Why it was a good decision.
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Should children make decisions on their own?


● How should parents help their children make decisions?
● Do parents in your country make decisions for their children?
● Who will be helpful when making decision in your country?
● Do you think it is advisable listening to others’ advice when making decision?
● When young people are to make a decision, should they listen to some advice?

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[Set 24]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Music

● When do you listen to music?


● How much time do you spend listening to music every day?
● What kinds of music do you like to listen to?
● What’s your favorite kind of music?
● Have you ever been to a concert before?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a public park or garden

You should say:


● Whereit is
● What it looks like
● What you do there
● How you feel about it
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● What’s the importance of building gardens?


● Should parks be built in big cities?
● What kinds of facilities should a park provide?
● Do you think parks should be free of charge?
● What kinds of things do Korean people like to do in the parks?

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[Set 25]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Meal / Eat out

● When do you have meals?


● Who do you often have meals with?
● Do you often eat out?
● Do you like to eat at home or outside?
● What’s your favorite restaurant?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe someone who is knowledgeable

You should say:


● Who this person is
● How you know this person
● What kinds of things he knows
● How you think of this person
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Internet and books, which can provide helpful learning meterials?


● Do you think books will disappear in the future?
● If it is just about gaining information, why is it necessary for books to exist?
● Nowadays many people rely on internet very much, what do you think?
● How could people find reliable information on internet?

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[Set 26]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Swimming

● Do you like swimming?


● Is it difficult to learn how to swim?
● Where do Korean like to go swimming?
● What’s the difference between swimming in the pool and swimming in the sea?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe an occasion where somebody gave you positive suggestions.

You should say:


● When you received
● Who gave you the suggestions
● What you did
● And why the suggestions were positive / how you felt.
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● From a parent’s perspective, is it useful to give children positive feedback?


● What are the advantages of giving people positive feedback?
● What would happen if parents overly encourage their children?
● Who needs more encouragement, boys or girls?
● Do you think parents should reward their children if they achieve something?

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[Set 27]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Handwriting

● Do you usually write by hand or write using a computer?


● Nowadyas, how do most people write things?
● Do you think computers might one day replace handwriting?
● When do children begin to write in your country?
● How did you learn to write?
● Do you think handwriting is very important (nowadays)?
● How can children today improve their handwriting?
● What impression does a person’t handwriting have on other people?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe an occasion when you helped a person.

You should say:


● What the situation was
● Who you helped
● How you helped
● And explain how you felt after giving help
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Do you like helping others?


● In your view should children be taught to help others?
● How can we encourage children to help others?
● Do you think people are less willing to help others these days, compared to the past?
● How can charitable organizations help people?
● What do you think are the benefits of having unpaid volunteer workers?

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[Set 28]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Park

● Are public gardens very important in Korea?


● Are there many public gardens in Korea?
● Do you thik there are enough public gardens in your hometown?
● What do you think are the benefits of having gardens in the city?
● Why do people who live in cities like public gardens?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a public place that you think need improvements

You should say:


● Where this public place is
● What it is like
● Why you think it needs improvements
● Andhow to make it better
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Are there many public places in Korea?


● Do you like to exercise in the public places, such as parks?
● Do older people or younger people prefer exercising in the public place?
● What measures should govermnets and individuals take to keep public places clean?
● How to keep a balance between public places and private houses?

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[Set 29]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Time management

● How do you organize your time?


● Do you think young people organize their time in the same way?
● Were you ever late for anything?
● What excuses do you use when you are late?
● What excuses do people have when are late?
● Do you like it when others are late?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a country or city where you want to live or work in the future

You should say:


● Where the country or city is
● Why you want to live or work there
● Who you like to live or work with
● What you do to achieve your dreams
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Do you like to live alone or share a room with others?


● What are the advantages and the disadvantages of living alone?
● What are the advantages of working abroad?
● What are the disadvantages of living in a foreign country?
● Would you like to live in a developed city with high salary, but with polluted air?

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[Set 30]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Housework

● Do you often do housework at home?


● Do you think men and women should share housework?
● What kind of housework do you usually do?
● What kinds of housework do you dislike to do?
● Did you help your parents do housework when you were young?
● Do you think it’s important for children to do some?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a TV program

You should say:


● What the TV program is
● How you know it
● What it is like
● Why you like it
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Do young people like to watch TV nowadays?


● What kind of TV programs do young people like?
● Do you think TV will be replaced by computers?
● What do you think of TV advertisements?
● What TV programs are popular in your country?

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[Set 31]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Birthdays

● Do people in your country celebrate birthdays / have birthday parties?


● How do they / children celebrate birthdays?
● Are people’s birthdays very important in your country?
● Do you think it’s important for people to celebrate birthdays?
● Are birthdays more important for children or for adults?
● Do people in Korea do anything special to celebrate birthdays?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a memorable story told by someone

You should say:


● Who told you the story
● When you heard the story
● What the story was about
● Why you found it memorable
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● What kind of stories do children like?


● Do you think it’s important for parents to read bedtime stories for their children?
● Do you think reading benefits us or not?
● How to keep reading habits in your busy life?
● What books would you recommend young people to read?

31
[Set 32]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Celebrity

● Who is your favourite celebrity in Korea?


● Do you like any foreign celebrities?
● Would you want to be a celebrity in the future?
● Do you think we should protect famours people’s privacy?
● How do celebrities influence their fans in Korea?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a toy you head in your childhood

You should say:


● When you had the toy
● Who gave you the toy
● What it was like
● How you felt about the toy
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Why do children like to have toys in their life?


● Do children like to play with toys or computer games nowadays?
● What can parents do if they can’t afford a toy for their kids?
● Do girls and boys like the same toys?
● What do you think the advantages and disadvantages of having too many toys at home?

32
[Set 33]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Mirror

● Do you often look at mirrors?


● How often do you look at yourself in the mirror every day?
● When do you look at yourself in the mirror, why?
● Have you ever bought mirrors? Did you ever buy some mirrors?
● Do you check yourself when you decide to buy a mirror?
● Would you use mirrors to decorate rooms?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe an important river in your country

You should say:


● How long the river is
● Where it is
● What it looks like
● Why it is important
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Do people like that river in your country?


● Do you like any activities on water?
● Is it necessary for everyone to learn swimming?
● Do people in your country go to swim in their spare time?

33
[Set 34]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Politeness

● Who teach(taught) you to be polite?


● How do Korean people show politeness?
● What rules of politeness change in Korea?
● Do you think people today are more polite than (people were) in the past?
● Do you think people should be polite? (Why?)

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a historical period that you are interested in

You should say:


● What the historical period is
● How you know it
● What happened during that period
● Why you find it interesting
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Do young people like historical stories in your country?


● Which historical period do you think is important in your country?
● Do you think history matters in a country’s future development?
● What is the effective way of learning history, by reading books or watching videos?
● Why should we learn history?

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[Set 35]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Sunny days

● Do you like sunny days?


● What do you like to do when it’s a sunny day?
● Would you like to stay at home or go outside when the weather is great?
● Are there many sunny days in your hometown?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a good photo of you taken by someone

You should say:


● Where it was taken
● When it was taken
● Who took it for you
● Why it was unforgettable for you
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Do you like taking photos?


● Why do some people like taking photos, some don’t?
● Would you like taking photos with stangers?
● Whatwould you say when you see an undesirable picture?
● What kind of picture would you like to hang in your bedroom?

35
[Set 36]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Teacher

● What kinds of teachers do you like best?


● Who was your favorite teacher when you were young?
● Would you want to be a teacher in the future?
● Have you ever had a bad teacher before?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a situation when you had to be polite

You should say:


● What situation it was
● Who were there
● Why you had to be polite
● How you showed politeness
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Are Korean people becoming much politer or not?


● In what ways do Korean people show politeness?
● What are the uncivilized manners on public transportation?
● Whatwould you do when this happens?
● Should people show politeness to friends?

36
[Set 37]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Vegetables and Fruits

● What kind of fruit do you like? Why?


● Did you like to eat fruit when you were a child?
● Is it important to eat fruit?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe something you enjoy doing with an old person in your family

You should say:


● What it is
● How often you do it
● Who you do it with
● Why you enjoy doing it with this person
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● How much time should parents spend with their children everyday?
● Do young people like to live with old people in your country?
● What’s the most important thing that young people can learn from old people?
● Do people nowadays spend less quality time for their family?
● Do Korean families like to arrange indoor or outdoor activities?

37
[Set 38]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Bus

● How often do you take the bus?


● When was the first time you took a bus?
● Is it convenient to take the bus in your city?
● Do people in your country take the bus?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a time when someone visited your home

You should say:


● Who he or she was
● When it happened
● What you did
● How you felt about the visit
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Do young people like to visit their friends nowadays?


● What do Korean people usually do when hanging out together?
● Do you think technology has brought us close or not?
● What time do you think is suitable for visiting?
● How do you make new friends?

38
[Set 39]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Emails

● Do you write many emails?


● How often do you write an email?
● What are the differences between emails and letters?
● What kind(s) of email do you think is(are) the hardest to write?
● How do you feel when you receive emails?
● What kinds of emails do you receive that make you feel excited?
● How do you communicate with others at work – by email or is it more convenient?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe your favorite season of the year

You should say:


● What it is
● When it is
● What you do
● Why you like it
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Do you think weather has an influence on people’s mood?


● Do you like to go outside when winter comes?
● How you feel about the climate in recnet years?
● What can we do to stop greenhouse effect?
● What are the possible results if temperature continues going up?

39
[Set 40]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Magazine

● Do you read magazines?


● Do younger people or older people prefer to read magazines?
● Have you ever read online magazines?
● Did you read magazines when you were young?
● What kinds of magazines are popular in your country?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe something you learned in a place or from someone

You should say:


● What it was
● Where or who you got it
● What the situation was
● How you felt
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● How to help old people learn?


● Do people in your country like to take online courses?
● What kinds of teaching methods are suitable for old people?
● Do you like to teach others?
● What is the most effective way for self-learning?

40
[Set 41]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Internet

● Do you use the internet (very much)?


● When was the first time you used the internet?
● Is the internet very important (or, useful) to you?
● Do you think you can (or, could) live without the internet?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe an unusual meal you had

You should say:


● Who you were with
● Where you went
● When it happened
● Why it was unusual
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Do you think having dinner at home is a good idea?


● Do young people like to spend time with their families or friends?
● What do you think are the benefits of having dinner together?
● Do you think people are less willing to cook meals by themselves these days, compared to the past?

41
[Set 42]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Neighbor

● Do you know your neighbours?


● Do you like your neighbours?
● What do you think of your neighbours?
● How often do you see (or talk to) your neighbours?
● When do you meet your neighbours?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a special day that you went out but didn’t spend much money

You should say:


● What day it was
● Where you went
● What you did
● Who you were with
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Do teenagers spend much more money than before?


● How can people save money as much as possible?
● Did you ever have bad shopping experience?
● Why is online shoppint so popular these days?
● Do you think you can buy something from a physical store without money?

42
[Set 43]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Pop star

● Who is your favorite pop star?


● Do you want to be a pop star?
● Do you like to go to concerts?
● Do you prefer live music or recorded music?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a popular person

You should say:


● Who the person is
● What kind of person he or she is
● Why you think this person is popular
● How this person influences the public
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● What are the qualities of being popular?


● Do you know any popular star who really likes helping other people?
● Do you think children should imitate their idols?
● Whatinluences do popular stars have on teenagers?
● Do you think popoular stars have more freedom or less freedom?

43
[Set 44]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Punctuality

● How do you remind yourself to be on time?


● Why are some people always late?
● Do you think it is important to be punctual?
● What will you do if you are waiting for someone?
● Do you think people these days are as punctual as they were in the past?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a time that you were late

You should say:


● When it was
● What time you arrived
● Why you were late
● How you felt
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Would you forgive those who are late?


● What would you do if others are late?
● Why do some people are used to being late?
● Would you like to make plans or just let things happen?
● Do you think it’s important to be punctual?

44
[Set 45]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Bird

● How do you feel about birds? (Why do you feel that way?)
● How do Korean people feel about birds?
● Have you ever raised (kept) a pet bird?
● Do people in your country like raising (keeping) pet birds?
● Are there many birds near your home?
● Do you think birds should be protected? [Why? / Why not?]
● Have you seen many different kinds of birds? (near your home)
● Do any birds have any particular significance in your country? For example, does your country have a
national bird?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a famous athlete you know

You should say:


● Who he or she is
● How you know him or her
● What he or she has achieved
● Why he is famous
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Do teenagers like exercising in your country?


● Would you like to stay at home or going outside for holiday?
● Do you think physical education is necessary? Why?
● How do you think physical classes affect children’s development?
● What kind of exercises do Korean people like?

45
[Set 46]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Film

● Do you like to watch films?


● Do you prefer foreign films or Korean films?
● How often do you go to a cinema to watch a movie?
● Do Korean people like to go to a cinema to watch a film?
● What kinds of movies do you like best?
● What was the first film that you watched?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a piece of technology (not computer-related) you like to use

You should say:


● What the technology is
● When it was invented
● What it is used for
● Howyou feel about it
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Do you like to use new technology?


● Does technology deeply affect people’s life?
● Is there any difference between technology in cities and in small towns?
● Do you agree that men are more obsessed with new technology than women?
● How to teach older generation to use new technology?
● Do you think that technology always has positive effects?

46
[Set 47]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Mathematics

● When did you start learning math?


● Do you like math?
● Who taught you math?
● Who’s your favorite teacher so far?
● Is math difficult for you to learn?
● Do you like to use a calculator?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a time that you saved money for something

You should say:


● When it was
● Why you saved money
● How much you saved
● How you feel about it
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Do young Korean like to save money?


● Why do some people like to save money?
● What is the best way of saving money?
● What are the sonsequences of not saving money?
● Do you agree with the idea that the more you save, the better life will be?

47
[Set 48]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Museum

● Are there many (or, any) museums in your hometown?


● Do you think museums are useful for visitors to your hometown/country?
● Do you often visit a museum?
● Did you go to any museums when you were a child?
● When was the last time you visited a museum?
● Do you think museums are important?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe an important event that you celebrated

You should say:


● What it was
● Where it happened
● Why it was important
● How people felt about it
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Do you like to plan for an important meeting or activity?


● Who is the most important person in your life?
● In your country, do you think good appearance is important while finding a job?
● What is the most important thing for being a teenager?
● What events do Korean people like to celebrate?

48
[Set 49]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Tree

● Do you like trees?


● (Similar to above) Do you like (to go to) the forest (or, a forest)?
● Is there a forest near your hometown?
● Would you like to live in a place that has lots of trees?
● Where can one find trees (or forests) in your country?
● Do you think places with trees attract more visitors than places with few trees?
● Did you ever (like to) climb trees when you were a child? Have you ever planted a tree?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe an important skill which annot be learned at school

You should say:


● What the skill is
● Why it cannot be learned at school
● Why it is important
● How we learned it
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● What qualities do you think are the most important for work?
● What skill do you want to learn soon?
● Is it necessary for teenages to learn to use computers?
● What kind of skills are popular in your country?

49
[Set 50]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Dreams

● Do you often have dreams at night?


● Have you had a bad dream before?
● What was the strangest dream you have had?
● What do you usually dream about?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a place where you often visit with your friends or family

You should say:


● Where the place is
● How you know the place
● How you go there
● Why you want to visit
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Do you like to hang out with your friends?


● What do you think is the most important thing of being friends?
● Do you think that technology makes it easier to make new friends?
● How could people find reliable friends on the internet?
● Do you like to make friends with older people?

50
[Set 51]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Food / Cooking

● Is food important to you? (Why?)


● What kinds of food do you particularly like?
● Is there any food you don’t like? (Why?)
● What kinds of food are most popular in your country?
● Do you prefer to eat at home or in restaurants? (Why?)
● Do you often eat with your family?
● Do people in your country prefer to eat with family or with friends?
● What are the advantages of home cooking?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a good service you received

You should say:


● Whatthtesevice was
● When you received it
● Who you were with
● How you felt about it
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● What kinds of service are not good?


● How do you deal with impolite waiters?
● Do you think that all the waiters should be given training classes?
● Would you like to work in the service industry in the future?
● Why do some older people want to be waiters in the big cities?

51
[Set 52]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Body language

● Do people in your country use body language?


● Can we communicate without words?
● Is there a particular form of body language that you find offensive?
● Do impatient people get their way?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a time you moved to a new home or school

You should say:


● When did you move
● Where did you move 
● Why did you move 
● How did you feel about the moving
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Do people like to live in big housed or small houses?


● Where do old people like to live, city or countryside?
● Do you like to move house frequently?
● Is it easy to move house in Korea?
● Why(When) do people in your country choose to move home?

52
[Set 53]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Walking

● Do you like walking? (Why /Why not?)


● Do you think walking in the countryside is better than in the city?
● Why do you consider walking important?
● What could be done to improve walking in the city?
● Do you think you will keep walking as a part of your routine in the future?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a time you need to arrive early

You should say:


● When it was 
● What time you arrived 
● Why you need to arrive early 
● How you felt
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● What occasions should people arrive early?


● When do you think people should arrive on time?
● Why do people need to be on time?
● Do you think it’s women’s privilege to be late in your country?
● Do you think doing nothing means a waste of time?
● Do you think it’s important to be punctual?

53
[Set 54]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

City life

● Do you live in the city or in the countryside?


● Is it good for young people to grow up in the city?
● Is your city a good place for young people to grow up?
● Which place do you prefer your hometown or the city where you are studying or working?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a time you need to arrive early

You should say:


● When it was 
● What time you arrived 
● Why you need to arrive early 
● How you felt
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● What occasions should people arrive early?


● When do you think people should arrive on time?
● Why do people need to be on time?
● Do you think it’s women’s privilege to be late in your country?
● Do you think doing nothing means a waste of time?
● Do you think it’s important to be punctual?

54
[Set 55]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Watch

● How often do you wear a watch?


● What was your first watch like?
● What kinds of watches do you like to wear?
● Do people still wear watches in your country?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a big company or organization you know

You should say:


● What it was 
● Where you bought it 
● What it was for / how it was used 
● And explain why it mde you happy
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● What’s the difference between big companies and small companies?


● Are there many big companies in your country?
● What are the good things about working for a big company?
● How can a small company grow big?
● Should big companies donate more to charities?
● Should big companies be punished more seriously if they break the law?

55
[Set 56]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Shopping

● Are there many shops near your home? (What kind?)


● Do you like shopping? (Why?/Why not?)
● Who usually does the shopping in your home?
● How often do you buy something in a shop?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describeabout a foreign movie that you saw

You should say:


● What it was about 
● What you liked about it 
● And explain why you remembered this movie
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● What do you think makes a good actor?


● What are some of the characteristics that an actor needs to have?
● Have movies changed over the years? How have they changed?
● Do you think movies will continue to be popular with people in the future?

56
[Set 57]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Social network

● What kinds of social networking websites do you like to use?


● Are you a social person?
● What kinds of people do you like to be friends with on those websites?
● Is it easy to find real friends on a social networking website?
● What kinds of chatting app or software do Korean people like to use?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a recent change of you

You should say:


● What the change was 
● What caused the change 
● What do you do for the change 
● How do you feel about the change
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Is your country changing rapidly?


● What can smart phones do these days?
● Since most people do work on their computers, why do they still need to go to the office?
● Do you think people’s work in the future will be heavily affected by technology?

57
[Set 58]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Parties

● Do you like parties?


● Do you like going to parties?
● Is there any kind of party that you would not like to go to?
● Is there anything you dislike about parties?
● When you go to a party, what do you usually do?
● What do you do when you get together with your friends?
● What do you think are the benefits of parties?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a family member who has had important influence on you

You should say:


● Who this person is 
● What kind of person he/ she is 
● What this person has done to influence you 
● And explain why you think this person is important to you
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● These days, people from different generations live together; do you think this is a problem?
● Why do some children get spoiled at home?
● Do young adults in your country like to communicate with old people?
● How much do you think people should be responsible for the welfare of their own parents?
● Do you think family relationships are important?

58
[Set 59]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Days of the Week

● Do you do the same things every day of the week?


● Is there anything you would like to change about your weekly routine?
● How many days off do you have every week?
● Do you usually have days off together or are they separated (by work/attendance at class)?
● Which day would you say is your busiest day of the week?
● Which is your favorite day of the week?
● What would cause you to change your favorite day of the week?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a relaxing day you had once after a period of hard work or study

You should say:


● When you had this relaxing day 
● Where you spent this day 
● Who you spent it with (and what you did) 
● And explain why it was relaxing
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Do you think people feel pressure at work?


● Do you think companies should provide leisure facilities for their employees?
● Do you think companies should organize leisure activities for their employees?
● Do you think companies should encourage more outdoor recreational activities for their employees?
● Do you think most people prefer to engage in leisure activities with friends or with work colleagues?

59
[Set 60]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Shoes

● How often do you buy shoes?


● Have you ever bought shoes online?
● Do you know anyone who likes to buy a lot of shoes?
● What’s your favourite type of shoes?
● What’s your favourite brand of shoes?
● Do you prefer fashionable or comfortable shoes?
● Would you like to work in a shop?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe about a noisy environment you experienced

You should say:


● Where it was 
● What type of noise it was 
● What you were doing at that time 
● And explain if it affected you negatively or not
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● What are some common sources of noise these days?


● In your opinion, will the level of noise increase in the future?
● What do you think when you see a person on the street listening to music using headphones?
● What is the reason that some people like to meet other people at a place with loud music?

60
[Set 61]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Clothes

● What clothes do you usually wear?


● Do you think you will change your preferences in clothes in the future?
● Do you spend a lot of money on clothes?
● Did you have any special clothes to wear when you were a child?
● Do you think clothing today is very different to clothing in the past?
● Is the clothing that people wear in your country today very different to the traditional clothing of your
country?
● Would you say people spend too much money on clothes nowadays?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe your best childhood memory

You should say:


● What it is 
● When and where it happened 
● And explain why you liked it so much
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Do you think memory is important?


● Do you think it's important to have a good memory?
● What are some of the benefits of having a good memory?
● Are there things that are especially important for people to remember?

61
[Set 62]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Weather

● What's the weather like today?


● What's the weather usually like in your hometown?
● What is the typical weather in your country?
● What's your favourite season / weather? (Why?)
● Do you like snow? (Why?)
● Do you watch the weather forecasts?
● Does the weather ever affect what you do?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a helpful person in work or study

You should say:


● Who the person is 
● What kind of person he/she is 
● How this person help you 
● Why do you think this person is helpful
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● What are the qualities of being helpful?


● Do you think children should be taught to help others?
● Do you know someone who really likes helping people?
● What can parents do to cultivate children’s quality of helping others?

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[Set 63]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Street Markets

● Do you like visiting street markets?


● Are street markets very common in your country (or, where you live)?
● What is usually sold in these street markets?
● Do people in your country prefer to shop at a street market, or in normal shops and shopping malls?
● What do you think are the differences between a street market and a supermarket?
● Would you visit a street market in a foreign country (if you were visiting that country)?
● In what ways do you think street markets in other countries are different to street markets in your
country?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a place where you enjoyed learning about another culture

You should say:


● Where it was 
● Why you went there 
● What you learned 
● And explain why you enjoyed learning this culture.
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Which culture would you like to learn about?


● In your opinion, what is the best way to learn about a different culture?
● What are the benefits of learning about a culture by visiting the country?

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[Set 64]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Countryside

● Would you like to live in the countryside in the future?


● What do people living in the countryside like to do?
● What are the benefits of living in rural areas?
● What’s the different between living in the city and living the countryside?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe an activity near water

You should say:


● What it is 
● When you did this activity 
● How you did it 
● How did you feel about it
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Why do some people like water sports?


● Do you think the government should invest money in developing facilities for water sports?
● What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of travelling on the ocean?
● Why do people love to play near water?
● Should kids learn how to swim?

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[Set 65]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Maps

● Do you (ever) use a map?


● When do you use a map?
● Whotaught you how to use a map?
● How did you learn to use (or read) a map?
● Do you prefer to use electronic maps or those made of paper?
● (In your city) have you ever asked others for directions?
● Would you ever ask people for directions in your city?
● Do you prefer to use a map or ask people for directions?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a traditional festival in your country

You should say:


● What it is 
● When it is celebrated 
● How people usually celebrate it 
● And explain what you like and don't like about it.
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● What is the concept of a holiday in your country?


● Why do you think holidays are important in modern life?
● Do you think it is important to observe traditional customs?
● Have people changed how they spend their time on holidays and festivals compared to in the past?
● Do you think that some celebrations or festivals will disappear or be forgotten about in the future?

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[Set 66]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Train Travel

● Is train travel very common in your country?


● Do you like traveling by train?
● Is there a subway system in your city?
● What do you usually do when (you are) traveling by train?
● What do you think are the benefits of traveling by train?
● Do you ever meet interesting people while traveling by train?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe an unusual or interesting activity you did recently

You should say:


● Where you did it 
● When you did it 
● Who you did it with 
● And explain why it was interesting.
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● In your country, is traveling a typical activity people do in their free time?


● Do people have less free time now than in the past?
● What do children do in their free time in your country?
● Do you think children should be doing these kinds of things in their free time?
● Should there be the same amount of free time for women and men?

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[Set 67]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Cars

● Do you like traveling by car?


● When was the last time you traveled by car?
● When was the last time you traveled by taxi?
● Do you prefer to travel by car or to use public transport?
● Do you think it would be good if everyone had their own car?
● Do you think it's important to have a driver's license?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe a stage or an age in your life that you have enjoyed the most

You should say:


● What age/stage it was 
● What you did then 
● Why it was enjoyable 
● And explain why you remembered that age/stage
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● What do you think is the best age in a person’s life?


● What is the attitude to older people in your country?
● Is there a stage of life which is more difficult or easier than others?
● Is there a stage of life you particularly look forward to, or look back on fondly?

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[Set 68]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Chocolates

● Do you like chocolates?


● Is chocolate a good gift?
● Why do you think people like chocolate?
● Have you ever given chocolates to someone?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Talk about something you shared with someone else

You should say:


● What you shared 
● Why you shared it 
● Who you shared it with 
● And explain why you decided to share it with this person
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● What are some of the advantages of sharing an accommodation?


● What are some situations where sharing ideas can be a good thing?
● Is it better to share ideas when working in a team or work on an idea individually? What are some of
the benefits of this?

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[Set 69]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Flowers

● Do you like flowers?


● Have you ever given flowers to anyone?
● Have you ever grown flowers?
● Do you think it is necessary to have parks in towns? Why? Why not?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Describe an event for which you had to get up early

You should say:


● When it was
● What the event was
● Where it was
● And describe how you felt about it.
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● Do you think the time that people get up affects their mood for the day? How might it affect them?
● Do you think it is necessary to have deadlines in relation to work? Why?
● How necessary do you think skills development and time management are for work?
● What are some things that people can do to improve their time management?

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[Set 70]
PART I. (4-5 mins)

Colors

● What's your favorite color?


● Do you usually wear clothes in your favorite color?
● Do you think different types of people like different colors?
● Do you prefer to wear light or dark (or, bright) colored clothes?
● When you are buying something, is the color important to you?
● Are there any colors you dislike? Why?

PART II. Q-CARD (1 min preparation and 2 mins response)


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Talk about a season or time of the year that you enjoy the most

You should say:


● What you do during this season
● Describe what the weather is like
● And explain why you like it more than other seasons
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PART III. (4-5 mins)

● What is more important in your point of view: summer or winter?


● Which do you think people enjoy more, summer or winter?
● What are the disadvantages of working in extremely cold or hot weather?

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