SPEAKING PRACTICE TEST

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Speaking Practice Test: Practice Test 1 - Health
Part 1 - sample questions
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What do you do to stay healthy?

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Is it easy to keep fit where you live?

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What do you think is more important, eating healthily or doing exercise?

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Do you have a good public health system in your country?

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Is there anything you‟d like to improve about it?

Part 2 – sample task card
Describe something you do to keep healthy.
You should say:
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what this activity is

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when you do it

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and how often you do it

and explain why you think it‟s a good way to look after your health.
Part 3 – sample questions
1. What are the most popular ways of keeping healthy in your country?
2. Do you think people worry more about their health as they get older?
3. Why do you think some people continue bad habits when they know that they are damaging to their
health?
4. How can children be encouraged to adopt healthy eating habits?
5. Do you think people have become more health conscious in recent years?
6. Could governments do more to promote healthier lifestyle options?

Useful Vocabulary
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Healthy activities / habits – things that are good for
your health

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a health inspector

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health food

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taking regular exercise

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health insurance

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playing sport(s)

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healthcare

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(going) swimming

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(going) cycling

health and safety (rules / regulations /
guidelines)

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going to the gym

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a healthy lifestyle

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doing yoga / pilates / tai chi

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a healthy diet

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eating fresh fruit and vegetables

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a healthy appetite

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eating organic foods

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a healthy economy

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eating regular meals

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a healthy bank balance

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drinking water

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a healthy profit

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having a balanced diet

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a healthy attitude

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a healthy respect

Unhealthy habits – things that are bad for your
health

Verb + Noun Collocations

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smoking

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to look after your health

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binge drinking (excessive amounts of
alcohol)

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to take care of our health

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to maintain your health

taking drugs

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to be in good / poor health

eating too much salt / fat / sugar

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to regain your health

being overweight
Verb + Adjective Collocations

Health Collocations
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a health farm

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a health centre

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a health club

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a health service

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a health risk / hazard

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a health check

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a health problem

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a health visitor

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to feel healthy

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to look healthy

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to be healthy

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to keep / stay healthy

Useful Linking Expressions
Adding more detail
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In (actual) fact, …

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Actually, …

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More to the point, …

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Indeed, …

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To be more precise / exact, …

Sample Answer
Qu.6 Could governments do more to promote healthier lifestyle options?
Yes, in my opinion the government has a big responsibility to try to persuade people to live more healthily. I think
they could provide more education in schools to teach children how to eat more healthily and show them the
importance of taking physical exercise. In fact, it‟s the parents too that also need to be re-educated on these issues.
Another thing, I think there should be more government warnings on TV showing people the dangers of obesity and
poor diet, for example. Actually, they do have some that show the health risks of smoking and drinking, which are
quite powerful, but not really about healthy eating. Finally, there could be more public facilities to help people keep
fit, like swimming pools, gyms and sports centres. More to the point they need to be affordable so that everyone has
the opportunity to use them.

Speaking Practice Test: Practice Test 2 - Work
Part 1 - sample questions
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Do you work or study?

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What do you do for living?

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Did you have any difficulty getting your present job?

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Do you enjoy your work?

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Which part of your job is exciting?

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What are the main tasks in your job?

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Do you plan to continue/stay in this job for a long time?

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Would you like to change this job?

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Which is more important – your job or the people you work with?

Part 2 – sample task card
Describe the job you would most like to have.
You should say:
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what this job would be

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where you would work

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which qualifications you would need

and explain why you would like to have this job most.

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Part 3 – sample questions
1. Which jobs are most respected in your country?
2. Do you think that some jobs are still more suited to either men or women?
3. Do you think schools provide enough advice and support about future careers?
4. What changes have there been in recent years in employment in your country?
5. Do you agree that salaries should reflect the level of contribution to the community that the job makes?
6. Do you think more and more people will work from home in the future?

Useful Vocabulary
Work
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to apply for a job / post / promotion

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to get / have a part-time/full-time job

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to work in [field / place]

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to work for [a company]

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to specialise in [field]

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to be a qualified [job]

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to work shifts / unsociable hours

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to get / have an interview

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to be shortlisted

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to be demoted / promoted

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to be transferred / to put in for a transfer

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to be fired / sacked / dismissed

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to be made redundant

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to retire / to be retired

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to get a pension

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the perks of a job (benefits)

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to work from home (home-working)

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to be self-employed / to work for
yourself

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to work / do flexi-time / overtime

Useful Linking Expressions
Sequencing ideas
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firstly / first of all, …

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secondly, …

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thirdly, …

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then …

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another point / reason / example is …

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lastly / finally, ….

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overall, …

Sample Answer
Qu. What changes have there been in recent years in employment in your country?
I think there have been many changes in the types of jobs that people do nowadays compared to 20 or 30 years
ago. First of all there are much fewer jobs related to heavy industry such as mining or ship-building or even
manufacturing. Secondly, there has been a big increase in the number of jobs in the service and leisure industries like
shops, gyms, and hotels. And finally, since the launch of the internet there has been a big surge in the number of jobs
related to IT, such as web development and design.

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Speaking Practice Test: Practice Test 3 - Travel
Part 1 – sample questions
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Which form of transport do you usually use?

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How do you prefer to travel on long journeys?

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Do people use public transport where you live?

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What are the benefits of public transport?

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Are there any problems with public transport?

Part 2 – sample task card
Describe an interesting journey you have been on.
You should say:
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where you went

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how you travelled there

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who you went with

and explain what was so memorable about the journey.
Part 3 – sample questions

1. What methods of transport are most popular in your city / country?
2. What are some of the problems of long-distance travelling?
3. Has the way people travel changed much in the last few decades?
4. Do you agree that governments should do more to encourage greener methods of transport?
5. What measures could be taken to reduce problems of congestion in cities?
6. Do you think that transport problems are worse in urban or rural areas?

Useful Vocabulary
Popular methods of transport in cities
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by metro

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by tram

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by bus

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by motorbike / scooter / moped

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by bike

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on foot

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to go by bus

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to catch the metro

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to take the tram

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road access charges in city centres

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to go on the motorbike

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bypasses / ringroads

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to cycle

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park and ride schemes

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to walk

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free rental of city bikes

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more cycle lanes

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more frequent buses

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cheaper public transport

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more pedestrianised streets

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more electric trams

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more accessible metro system

Other methods of transport
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by plane

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by train

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by coach

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by boat / ferry

Solutions to inner-city congestion

Transport problems
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long delays (in airports)

Useful Linking Expressions

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lost luggage

Giving examples

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cancellations (of flights / trains)

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missed connections

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traffic-jams / congestion

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roadworks / diversions

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breakdowns / accidents

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pollution

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for example

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for instance

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such as

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like / as

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another example / way

Sample Answer
Qu. 5 What measures could be taken to reduce problems of congestion in cities?

There are many ways that congestion could be reduced in big cities. In my city, for example, they have introduced a
bike rental system where members can pick up a bike at one point and drop it off at another. It‟s proving to be very
popular and as a result more cycle lanes are also being provided.
Another example, which unfortunately doesn‟t exist in my city, is a park and ride scheme where you leave your car
outside the city in a carpark and then take a free bus into the centre. Another way to prevent people bringing their
cars into the city would be to charge a special fee to access the centre, like they do in London, though I guess this
wouldn‟t be quite so popular with the residents.

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Speaking Practice Test: Practice Test 4 - Tourism

Part 1 – sample questions
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Are there many public or national holidays in your country?

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Do you think there are enough public holidays?

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Do you like going away on holidays?

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Where did you go on your last holiday?

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Describe a place you like to go to during your holidays.

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What is the most interesting place you‟d like to visit on your holidays?

Part 2 – sample task card
Describe a holiday you would like to go on.
You should say:
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what place you would like to go to

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how you would like to get there

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what you would like to do while you were there

and explain why you would like to go on this holiday.
Part 3 – sample questions
1. Which places in your country do visitors enjoy visiting most?
2. What are some of the benefits of going away on holiday?
3. Have there been any recent changes in the types of holiday that are popular in your country?

4. What kinds of benefits might a significant increase in tourist numbers bring to a location?
5. What are some of the negative effects of a dramatic increase in tourism?
6. What developments affecting international travel might there be in the future?

Useful Vocabulary
Positive aspects of holidays (personal)
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chance to unwind

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spend quality time with family / friends

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get away from work / stressful
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have a change of routine / scenery

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visit new places / experience new things
/ cultures

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broaden your horizons

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visit family or friends abroad

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Negative aspects of holidays (commercial)
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can cause overcrowding

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tourists may not respect local
customs/traditions

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can cause excess of litter / noise

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may cause damage to local environment

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area becomes too built-up due to
increase of hotels/shops etc

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may cause increase in prices of local
services and goods

Positive aspects of holidays (commercial)
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creates new jobs in tourist industry

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attracts media attention to the resort

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ensures good level of infrastructure

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improves services for local residents

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provides revenue to protect /maintain
local heritage

Negative aspects of holidays (personal)
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loss of earnings (if self-employed)

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can be stressful (to be out of your
comfort zone)

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can be difficult to cope in foreign
country / unfamiliar place

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may encounter travel problems
(plane/train delays / traffic jams)

may not be able to speak the local
language

Useful Linking Expressions
Adding more reasons / examples
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in addition (to) …

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furthermore, …

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as well as …

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also …

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not only … but also

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may not have access to health facilities

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both … and …

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may lose your luggage

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besides …

Sample Answer
Qu.2 What are some of the benefits of going away on holiday?
There are many benefits of going on holiday. Besides giving you a chance to unwind and relax, it also allows you to
spend some quality time with your family, not only in a different environment but more importantly, away from the
routine pressures of work and daily life.In addition to this, it also gives you the opportunity to broaden your
horizons by visiting new places and experiencing a different way of life.

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[Positives of Tourism]
Tourism is a popular leisure activity
People go on holiday to relax and have fun
Tourists can experience different cultures
They can sunbathe on beaches or go sight-seeing
Travelling abroad opens our minds
We can learn to speak other languages
The tourist trade is vital for some economies
It creates employment in services like accommodation, transport and entertainment
Some areas rely on tourism for their income
Tourists spend money
Tourism attracts investment from multi-national companies
It helps to improve the standard of living
Low-cost airlines are making it cheaper to travel abroad

[Negative effects of tourism] Tourism can have a negative effect on the natural environment
The building of facilities and infrastructure can destroy the habitat of wild animals
Beautiful beaches are spoilt by the building of hotels
Tourism creates pollution and waste
It puts pressure on local resources
Local traditional and cultures may be endangered
A rise in the cost of living affects local people
The price of goods, services and housing may increase significantly
[The future of tourism] Government should introduce laws to protect natural environments and local cultures
Tourism should have a low impact on wildlife
Renewable resources like solar or water power should be used
Waste should be recycled
Local businesses such as farms should be supported
( Cô Thùy ED )

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Speaking Practice Test: Practice Test 5 - The Environment

Part 1 – sample questions
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What is the climate like in your country?

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Are there any problems with the climate in your country?

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What is your favourite type of weather?

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What kind of weather do you dislike?

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Would you prefer to live in a hot or cold country?

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What is the best/worst weather for travelling in?

Part 2 – sample task card
Describe an environmental problem. You should say:
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what it is

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how long it has existed

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how it affects people‟s lives

and explain how you think the problem will develop in the future.
Part 3 – sample questions
1. Which environmental problems are people most concerned about in your country?
2. What are the main causes of these environmental problems?
3. Do you think it is the responsibility of governments alone to protect the environment?
4. What measures can individuals take to protect the environment?
5. Do you think large companies and business orginisations should be more environmentally friendly?
Why? How?
6. How can we teach children about the importance of protecting the environment?

Useful Vocabulary
Environmental Problems

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destruction of the rainforests
(deforestation)

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melting of the icecaps

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replanting trees

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extinction of many species (loss of
biodiversity)

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cutting carbon emissions

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cleaner waste disposal

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sustainable consumption and
development

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destruction of the ozone layer

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global warming / the “greenhouse effect”

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rising sea levels

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buying products with less packaging

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pollution of land, sea and air

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buying organic products

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increase of natural disasters eg,
earthquakes, landslides, floods

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buying products made from recycled
material / renewable sources

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using natural remedies as alternative
medicine

Causes of Environmental Problems

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excessive emissions of greenhouse gases,
eg carbon dioxide

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chemical and industrial waste

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emissions from cars and planes

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improper dumping of household waste

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overuse of non-renewable fossil fuels

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genetic modification

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over-consumption

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over-urbanisation

Useful Linking Expressions
Explaining causes

Solutions to Environmental Problems
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recycling

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using renewable sources of energy, eg
solar heating, wind-farms

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caused by

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due to

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because of

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a result of

Explaining effects
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leads to

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results in

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causes

Sample Answer
Qu.1 Which environmental problems are people most concerned about in your country?
I think people in my country are most concerned about future shortages of fresh drinking water, which I suppose is
both a result of poor water management and general global warming. I think everyone is feeling the effects of the
latter problem which is causing us to experience more extreme temperatures, for example, much colder winters and
much hotter summers. The long hot summers are particularly worrying in the south of the country where there is a
real risk of drought due to the consistent lack of rainfall.

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Speaking Practice Test: Practice Test 6 - Technology
Part 1 – sample questions

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Do you use a computer at work or at home?

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What do you use a computer for?

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Do you like using computers?

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When did you learn to use a computer?

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What is the importance of computers nowadays?

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What jobs do computers do better than people?

Part 2 – sample task card
Describe a piece of technology that you find useful.
You should say:
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what it is

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what you can do with it

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how often you use it

and explain why you find it so useful
Part 3 – sample questions
1. What are some of the main uses of technology for communication?
2. Do you agree that some people use technology for communication too much?
3. What differences are there between the attitudes of older and younger people to technology for
communication?
4. Do you think that the advance of technology has improved standards of education in schools?
5. Would you agree that the rapid development of digital technology has had a positive impact on the
world of work?
6. Do you think that the rate of technological expansion will slow down in the years to come?

Useful Vocabulary
Uses of internet for communication

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sending emails

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sending text messages

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online degrees

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tele-conferencing

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self-access centres / study

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video conferencing

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online tutor

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online chatting

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blended learning (online + face-to-face)

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social networking

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blogging

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posting messages on forums

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using an intranet system

Advantages
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offers immediate communication

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cheaper than telephone calls / face-toface meetings

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allows global communication without
the need to travel

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offers more flexibility for the learner

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allows people in rural areas the same
study opportunities

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cheaper for students (no travel /
accmmodation costs)

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students & teachers are less bound by
time and space

Technology and Work

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more convenient / people can
communicate on-the-move

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allows friends and family overseas to
stay connected

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Advantages

gives everybody the chance to have a
public voice

Disadvantages
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people may lose “real” social skills

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people may spend less time socialising
face-to-face

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automated processes

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automated manufacturing

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automated customer services

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high-tech computer systems

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computerised filing / administrative
systems

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huge databases

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intranet system / internal emailing

Disadvantages
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has made some jobs redundant

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people may become more introverted

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gives customers less personal service

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people may become adicted to social
network sites

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requires staff to be technically skilled

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people spend too much time in front of a
screen

may cause security issues /files may be
lost

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requires a lot of investment

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breakdowns in the system may cause

severe problems

Technology and Education
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interactive whiteboards

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e-learning

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Useful Linking Expressions
Giving reasons
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due to (the fact that) …

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because of …

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because …

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as a result of …

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… that‟s why …

Sample Answer
Qu. Do you think that the advance of technology has improved standards of education in schools?
I think the growth of the internet has had a major impact on current teaching methods and I‟m sure general standards
have improved as a result. I strongly believe that the motivation for both learning and teaching has
increased because of the phenomenal amount of information now available to both students and teachers. On the
other hand, due to a danger of information overload, some people may be put off using technology in the classroom,
wishing for a return to more traditional methods.

Speaking Practice Test: Practice Test 7 - Free Time
Part 1 – sample questions
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How much free time do you have?

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How do you spend your free time?

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What kinds of things do you like doing in your free time?

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Do you prefer to spend your free time alone or with other people?

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Do you think people have enough free time these days?

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What do you usually do on weekends?

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What did you do last weekend?

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Do you have plans for the next weekend?

Part 2 – sample task card
Describe a leisure activity you like doing in your free time.
You should say:
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what kind of activity it is

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how often you do it

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what equipment you need to do it

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and explain why you enjoy doing it.
Part 3 – sample questions
1. What kind of free-time activities are typical in your country?
2. Have there been any recent changes in the types of leisure activities that people fnd popular?
3. Do you agree that it‟s important for people of different ages to do leisure activities together?
4. In your opinion, who is responsible for encouraging children to take up different leisure pursuits –
parents or teachers?
5. Do you think people have less time for leisure activities now compared to the past?
6. Do you think that technology will have a significant impact on the types of leisure activities we will
enjoy in the future?

Useful Vocabulary
Popular Outdoor Leisure Activities
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playing / practising / doing sport(s)

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rambling / hiking / walking

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running/ jogging

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cycling

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fishing

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horse riding

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(wind) surfing

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(ice) skating

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sailing / canooing / kayaking

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skiing

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snowboarding

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skateboarding

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hanging out / meeting up with friends

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eating out / going to restaurants or cafes

Popular Indoor Leisure Activities
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going to the gym / keeping fit / doing
exercise

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doing yoga / pilates / aerobics

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doing martial arts (karate/judo)

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swimming

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going to the cinema / theatre

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playing a musical instrument

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acting (amateur dramatics)

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dancing (ballet / tap / ballroom / hip-hop
/ freestyle / latin)

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singing (in a group / choir)

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playing computer games

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surfing the internet

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cooking

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reading

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playing board games

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doing puzzles

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listening to music

Useful Linking Expressions
Natural fillers

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I suppose …

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I guess …

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Er, I‟m not sure …

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Let me think …

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… like, you know …

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Let me see …

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… I don‟t know …

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Um, well …

Sample Answer
Qu. Do you agree that it’s important for people of different ages to do leisure activities together?
Um … well … I think in some cases it could be important for people of different ages to do leisure activities together.
For example, parents or even grandparents can enjoy doing fun things with their children or grandchildren, like, you
know, things that don‟t require a lot of physical ability such as playing games, reading or cooking. I guess that
sometimes it is very important for older people to do things with younger ones, especially more difficult skills that
need to be taught like … I don’t know … martial arts or playing a musical instrument.

Speaking Practice Test: Practice Test 8 - Entertainment

Part 1 – sample questions
Cinema
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Do you like watching films?

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What kinds of films do you enjoy?

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Do you prefer watching films at home or at the cinema?

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Do people go to the cinema or the theatre in your home town?

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How often do you watch films / go the cinema?

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When was the last time you went to the cinema or the theatre? What did you see?

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When you were a child what kind of movies did you like to watch?

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Would you like to be in a film / play? Why / why not?

Television
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Do you watch much TV?

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When do you usually watch TV?

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Who do you normally watch TV with?

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What kind of TV programmes do you like the most?

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Do you have a favourite TV programme at the moment?

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What TV programmes do you remember from your childhood?

Part 2 – sample task card
Describe a film you found interesting.
You should say:
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when you saw this film



why you decided to see this film



what happened in the film

and explain why you found this film interesting.
Part 3 – sample questions
1. Is the cinema a popular form of entertainment in your country?
2. Which do you think is more enjoyable, watching films in the cinema or watching films at home?
3. Do you think that films shown in cinemas should have an educational value?
4. Is it important for governments to support film-making in their countries?
5. Do you think the Internet has already had a big impact on the entertainment industry?
6. In what ways do you think that entertainment media may develop in the future?

Useful Vocabulary
Cinema (advantages)


the thrill of watching something on the
big-screen

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can sit in the comfort of your own home

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can choose what you want to watch



can flick through the channels

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more exciting/intense atmosphere



can invite your friends round



big screen really brings the characters to
life

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can watch a variety of programmes



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can switch it off if you get bored

able to appreciate the cinematography



can enjoy a night out with friends



the excitement of watching a premiere
screening

Watching TV (advanatges)

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social responsibility to make
educational/informative films

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good media for reaching wide audiences

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has high impact on the public

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can get worldwide recognition

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can deliver social messages

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can bring widespread attention to
social/world problems

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social networking (Facebook / Twitter)

Useful Linking Expressions
Giving more exact information

Technology & Entertainment (examples)



in (actual) fact …



online gaming / games / gambling



actually …



downloading films / videos (YouTube)



as a matter of fact …



downloading music (iTunes)



to be more exact …



computer game consoles (PlayStation /
Wii)



to be more precise …

Sample Answer
Qu. Do you think that films shown in cinemas should have an educational value?
No, I don‟t think that it‟s necessary for all films to be educational. In fact, I think people go to the cinema because
they simply want to be entertained, not always educated. Watching a film on the big screen is a form of escapism and

so people want adventure, romance or fantasy. As far as I‟m concerned, if I‟m looking to be educated I would choose
to read a book or watch a documentary, although actually I do also enjoy historical films which teach me something
about the past.

Speaking Practice Test: Practice Test 9 - Education
Part 1 – sample questions


Do you work or are you a student?

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What subject are you studying?

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Is it a difficult subject?

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Why did you choose this subject?

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What do you like most about this subject?

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What‟s the most interesting aspect of your subject?

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What do you plan to do when you finish studying?

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At what age do most people leave school in your country?

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Do you think it‟s a good age to leave school?

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What was your favourite subject at school? Why?

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What do you think are the most important subjects at school?

Part 2 – sample task card
Describe a teacher that had a positive influence on you.
You should say:


what subject this teacher taught



how long he/she was your teacher



what positive attributes this teacher had

and explain why you remember this teacher in particular.
Part 3 – sample questions
1. Is there a system of free state education in your country?
2. Do you think school and university prepares young people adequately for real life?
3. Do you think there is too much pressure on young people at school these days?
4. Do you agree that there is too much emphasis on formal testing?
5. Have there been significant changes in schooling methods in your country in recent years?
6. Do you think schools provide enough careers advice to young people?

Useful Vocabulary
School


nursery / primary / secondary schools /
education



to revise (for an exam)

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to pass / to fail an exam



to get exam results

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state school / private school

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to get qualifications / to be qualified

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boarding school

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to leave school / a school-leaver



all girls / all boys school

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to drop out of school / to be a dropout

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to go to / attend school

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to study for [a qualification / an exam]



the curriculum

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to be academic / to be an all-rounder

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extra-curricular activities

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school trips

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to sit / do / take an exam

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to resit / retake an exam

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University
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tertiary / higher education

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colleges of higher education / technical
colleges / universities

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to apply for a course

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to be a qualified [job title]

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to get an (un)conditional offer



to qualify in [subject]

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to do a course in [subject]



to take a gap year



halls of residence / student
accommodation



to drop out of university



student union / student body



an undergraduate



a graduation ceremony



to get a university degree / a Masters / a
Doctorate (Phd)

Useful Linking Expressions
Introducing a contrast


However, …



Nevertheless, …



On the one hand …. but on the other
hand …



to graduate from university / to graduate
in [subject]



a university graduate



Although …



a postgraduate student / course



Despite …



to do a postgraduate course / a Masters /
a PhD (Doctorate)



But, …

Sample Answer
Qu.1 Is there a system of free state education in your country?
In my country there is a state education system offering free education for children from 3-18, although parents still
have to pay for food, materials, school trips and other extra-curricular activities. This is only one part of the
system, however, because there are also private schools and semi-private schools, which are partly funded by the
state. So on the one hand it appears that we do have free state education, but in actual fact it isn‟t available to

everyone because places are limited.

Speaking Practice Test: Practice Test 10 - Communication
Part 1 – sample questions
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What languages do you speak?



Do you think it‟s important to learn a foreign language?



When did you start learning a foreign language?



Do you enjoy learning languages?



Do you think young children should learn to speak a foreign language at school?

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Are there any languages you would like to learn? What are they? Why?

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What activity do you find most useful for learning English?



What do you find most difficult about learning English?

Part 2 – sample task card
Describe a conversation you had which was important to you.
You should say:


when the conversation took place



who you had the conversation with



what the conversation was about

and explain why the conversation was important to you.
Part 3 – sample questions
1. What differences are there when using various channels of communication (face-to-face, telephone,
writing)?

2. To what extent do you think the media influences how people communicate with each other?
3. Do you think there are differences in the way men and women communicate?
4. Do you think that people become better communicators as they get older?
5. Do you agree that education has a strong and positive effect on people‟s ability to communicate
effectively?
6. What impact has the growth of technology had on the way people communicate and how do you think
this will develop in the future?

Useful Vocabulary
Common forms of communication


speaking / talking face-to-face



speaking / talking on the phone / by
mobile phone



sending a text message / an SMS (texting)

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sending / writing a letter (snail mail)

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sending / writing an email



using an electronic messenger service

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social networking

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sending a fax

Non-verbal forms of communication


lip-reading

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using body language

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using sign language

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using hand gestures / signals

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using facial expressions

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Informal utterances

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participating in a video conference

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giving a presentation

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chairing a meeting

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Give me a call

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Call me



Send me a text / an email



Text me / email me



maintaining eye-contact



Drop me a line (letter/email)



projecting your voice



Give me a buzz (call)



varying your intonation



Give me a bell (call)



punctuating your sentences



Keep / Stay in touch



emphasizing / repeating key words



I‟ll be in touch



engaging the listener

Effective communication skills

Other forms of communication

Useful Linking Expressions


making / giving a speech



speaking in public / public speaking



giving a lecture / lecturing

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In my view, …



giving a seminar



In my opinion, …



From my point of view, …

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In my experience, …



As I see it, …



Personally, I think …



I believe / feel that …



For me personally, …



As far as I‟m concerned,

Reasons for communicating


giving a demonstration / demonstrating



giving instructions / instructing



asking for / giving directions (directing)



asking for / giving advice (advising)



making a complaint / complaining



making small talk / building social
relations



exchanging views / opinions



gossiping

Giving opinions

Business communication


writing a report / proposal /

recommendation



participating in a call conference

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