Describe an advertisement that persuaded you to buy a product.

You should say:
• What advertisement it was
• Was it shown on TV, radio or newspaper
• What was good about that advertisement
• Explain why you think that advertisement made the product seem attractive

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:
• What are popular types of advertising in today’s world?
• What type of media advertising do you like most?
• Do you think advertising influences what people buy?
• How does advertising influence children?
• Is there any advertising that can be harmful to children?

Describe a time you invited family or friends to a restaurant

You should say:
• What advertisement it was
• Was it shown on TV, radio or newspaper
• What was good about that advertisement
• Explain why you think that advertisement made the product seem attractive

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• What are popular types of advertising in today’s world?
• What type of media advertising do you like most?
• Do you think advertising influences what people buy?
• How does advertising influence children?
• Is there any advertising that can be harmful to children?

Describe a popular place for swimming you know

You should say:
• Where it is
• What it looks like
• What kind of people usually go there
• And explain why it is a popular place for swimming

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why do many people like swimming?
• Is swimming a popular activity in your country?
• What age group tends to like swimming the most?
• Is it more important for adults or children to learn swimming?
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Describe a piece of good news you received

You should say:
• What the news was
• How you received the news
• Who gave you the news
• And explain why it was good news for you

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• How do people usually share good news in your country?
• Why is it important to celebrate good news?
• Can good news ever have a negative side?
• How has the way people receive news changed in recent years?

Describe a piece of technology that you find useful

You should say:
• What the technology is
• How you use it
• How often you use it
• And explain why you find it useful

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• What modern technological device is most popular in your country?
• How have technological devices changed people’s lives?
• Do you think people rely too much on technology nowadays?
• Are there any disadvantages of using technology?

Describe a book that you enjoyed reading

You should say:
• What the book was
• When you read it
• What it was about
• And explain why you enjoyed reading it

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• What kinds of books are most popular with young people in your country?
• Why do many young people prefer watching movies to reading books?
• What are the advantages of reading books compared to watching movies?
• How can parents encourage their children to read more?

Describe a time you received a gift

You should say:
• What the gift was
• Who gave it to you
• When you received it
• And explain why it was special for you

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• What are common occasions for giving gifts in your country?
• What kinds of gifts are popular among young people?
• Is it better to give practical gifts or decorative ones?
• How important is it to give gifts in your culture?

Describe a time when you were late for something important

You should say:
• What you were late for
• Why you were late
• How you felt about it
• And explain how you handled the situation

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• What are some common reasons for being late?
• How can people avoid being late?
• Is being punctual important in your country?
• What could be the effects of being late at work?

Describe a trip you took by public transport

You should say:
• Where you went
• What form of public transport you used
• Why you chose that transport
• And explain what the journey was like

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• What are the advantages of using public transport?
• How could public transport be improved in your country?
• Do many people use public transport in your country?
• What role does public transport play in environmental protection?

Describe a piece of advice you received

You should say:
• Who gave you the advice
• What the advice was
• Why they gave you the advice
• And explain how it helped you

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why do people seek advice?
• What are the qualities of a good advisor?
• In what situations do young people usually need advice?
• Do you think it is better to get advice from friends or from professionals?

Describe a skill you learned when you were a child

You should say:
• What the skill was
• Who taught you the skill
• How you learned it
• And explain why learning that skill was important

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• What are the most important skills children should learn?
• How can parents help children to develop skills?
• Are skills learned in childhood more important than those learned later in life?
• What kinds of skills are difficult for children to learn?

Describe a sporting event you enjoyed watching

You should say:
• What the event was
• Where you watched it
• Who you watched it with
• And explain why you enjoyed watching it

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why do people enjoy watching sports?
• How has technology changed the way people watch sports?
• Should children be encouraged to play sports?
• What are the benefits of playing sports for young people?

Describe a person who inspires you

You should say:
• Who the person is
• How you know them
• What qualities they have
• And explain how they inspire you

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• What qualities make someone inspirational?
• Can famous people be good role models?
• How can parents inspire their children?
• Why do people need inspiration in their lives?

Describe a time when you had to make a difficult decision

You should say:
• What the decision was
• Why it was difficult
• How you made the decision
• And explain what the result was

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• What are some common difficult decisions people make?
• How can difficult decisions affect people’s lives?
• Is it better to make decisions quickly or carefully?
• How can parents help children learn to make

Describe a place where you go to relax

You should say:
• Where the place is
• What it looks like
• What you do there
• And explain why it is relaxing for you

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why do people need to relax?
• What are popular ways of relaxing in your country?
• Do you think relaxation methods have changed over time?
• Is it important for people to have a work-life balance?

Describe a friend you enjoy spending time with

You should say:
• Who the friend is
• How you met
• What you usually do together
• And explain why you enjoy spending time with them

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why are friends important?
• How do people usually make friends?
• Do you think friendship patterns are different for young and old people?
• What qualities are important in a good friend?

Describe a memorable journey you took

You should say:
• Where you went
• How you travelled
• What you saw during the journey
• And explain why the journey was memorable

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why do people enjoy travelling?
• How has travel changed compared to the past?
• What can people learn from travelling?
• Do you think young people prefer travelling more than older people?

Describe a hobby you enjoy

You should say:
• What the hobby is
• How long you have been doing it
• Why you enjoy it
• And explain how it benefits you

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why do people have hobbies?
• How can hobbies be beneficial for people?
• Are there any hobbies that are more popular among young people?
• How do hobbies change as people get older?

Describe a building you like

You should say:
• What the building is
• Where it is
• What it looks like
• And explain why you like it

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• What types of buildings are most common in your city?
• How have building styles changed over the years?
• Why do some people prefer to live in historic buildings?
• What are the benefits of modern architecture?

Describe an achievement you are proud of

You should say:
• What you achieved
• When you achieved it
• How you achieved it
• And explain why you are proud of it

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• What types of achievements are valued in your country?
• Why is it important to celebrate achievements?
• Do you think goals and achievements are important for children?
• How can people stay motivated to achieve their goals?

Describe a time you helped someone solve a problem

You should say:
• Who you helped
• What the problem was
• How you helped
• And explain how you felt about helping

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• What are common ways people help others?
• How do people usually solve problems?
• Should children be taught problem-solving skills at school?
• What skills are necessary for solving problems effectively?

Describe a teacher who had a positive influence on you

You should say:
• Who the teacher was
• What subject they taught
• How they influenced you
• And explain why they had a positive influence

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• What qualities make a good teacher?
• How can teachers motivate students?
• Has the role of teachers changed over the years?
• Should teachers focus more on academic skills or life skills?

Describe a time you learned a useful skill from a family member

You should say:
• What the skill was
• Who taught you
• How they taught you
• And explain why the skill was useful

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• What skills are often learned from family members?
• Is it important for children to learn skills from their parents?
• How has the way people learn new skills changed?
• Should schools focus more on practical skills or academic knowledge?

Describe a festival that is important in your country

You should say:
• What the festival is
• How people celebrate it
• What activities are involved
• And explain why it is important

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why are festivals important for a country?
• How do festivals reflect a country’s culture?
• Have festivals changed in your country over time?
• Should traditional festivals be preserved?

Describe a historical place you have visited

You should say:
• Where it is
• What it looks like
• What you learned there
• And explain why it is interesting

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why do people like visiting historical places?
• What can people learn from visiting historical places?
• Should governments invest in preserving historical sites?
• How can young people be encouraged to appreciate history?

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Describe a time when you were very busy

You should say:
• When it happened
• Why you were busy
• What you had to do
• And explain how you managed your time

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why are people busy nowadays?
• How can people manage their time better?
• Do you think being busy is always a good thing?
• What are the impacts of being too busy on family life?

Describe a subject you enjoyed studying in school

You should say:
• What the subject was
• Who taught it
• What you learned
• And explain why you enjoyed it

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why do some students enjoy certain subjects more than others?
• How can teachers make subjects more interesting?
• What subjects do you think will be more important in the future?
• Should students have more choice about what they study?

Describe a piece of equipment you often use at home or work

You should say:
• What it is
• How you use it
• How long you have had it
• And explain why it is useful

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• What are the most commonly used household appliances?
• How has technology changed people’s lives at home?
• Is it important for people to know how to repair equipment?
• How do you think technology will change homes in the future?

Describe a type of music you enjoy listening to

You should say:
• What type of music it is
• When you listen to it
• Why you like it
• And explain how it makes you feel

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why do people like listening to music?
• How has music changed over the years?
• What’s the difference between live music and recorded music?
• Should children be taught to play musical instruments?

Describe a public place you enjoyed visiting

You should say:
• Where the place is
• Why you went there
• What you did there
• And explain why you enjoyed it

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• What kinds of public places are popular in your country?
• How important are public spaces for people’s well-being?
• How can public places be improved?
• Should the government invest more in public spaces?

Describe a photograph you like

You should say:
• What the photograph is
• When it was taken
• Who took it
• And explain why you like it

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why do people like taking photos?
• What are the differences between amateur and professional photography?
• How has technology affected photography?
• Do you think printed photos are still important today?

Describe a competition you would like to take part in

You should say:
• What the competition is
• Why you are interested in it
• What the competition involves
• And explain what winning the competition would mean to you

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why do people enter competitions?
• Are competitions good for children?
• What are the disadvantages of competitive environments?
• How can competitions motivate people to improve?

Describe a movie you enjoyed watching

You should say:
• What the movie was
• When and where you watched it
• What it was about
• And explain why you enjoyed it

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why do people like watching movies?
• How has the movie industry changed in recent years?
• What makes a good movie?
• Do you think watching movies is a good way to learn a language?

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Describe a time you met someone important

You should say:
• Who the person was
• When and where you met them
• What you talked about
• And explain why this person was important to you

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why are first impressions important?
• How can meeting important people change your life?
• What qualities do important people usually have?
• How can someone become important in society?

Describe a healthy lifestyle you would like to have

You should say:
• What kind of lifestyle it is
• How it differs from your current lifestyle
• What changes you would like to make
• And explain how you would benefit from this lifestyle

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why do many people today live unhealthy lives?
• How can people adopt healthier lifestyles?
• Is it easier for young people or old people to change their habits?
• What role does society play in promoting healthy living?

Describe a time when you worked in a team

You should say:
• What the project was
• Who you worked with
• What your role was
• And explain how you felt about working in a team

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• What are the advantages of teamwork?
• What challenges can people face when working in a team?
• How can a leader help improve team performance?
• Are teamwork skills important in modern workplaces?

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Describe an outdoor activity you enjoy

You should say:
• What the activity is
• How often you do it
• Where you usually do it
• And explain why you enjoy it

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why do people enjoy outdoor activities?
• Are outdoor activities more popular now than in the past?
• What are the health benefits of spending time outdoors?
• How can governments encourage people to spend more time outdoors?

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Describe a piece of clothing you like wearing

You should say:
• What the clothing item is
• When you wear it
• Why you like wearing it
• And explain how you feel when you wear it

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why do people care about fashion?
• How important is appearance in daily life?
• Has people's attitude toward fashion changed over time?
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Describe a successful small business you know

You should say:
• What the business is
• Where it is
• What products or services it offers
• And explain why you think it is successful

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why do people start small businesses?
• What challenges do small businesses face?
• How can the government support small businesses?
• What kinds of businesses are popular in your country?

Describe a time when you saved money for something

You should say:
• What you saved for
• How long it took you to save
• How you managed to save the money
• And explain how you felt after buying it

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why do people save money?
• What are effective ways to save money?
• Should children be taught to save money?
• How do people's saving habits change with age?

Describe a creative person you admire

You should say:
• Who the person is
• How you know them
• What creative work they do
• And explain why you admire their creativity

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• What kinds of creative activities are popular in your country?
• Should creativity be encouraged at school?
• How can people develop their creativity?
• Is creativity important in the workplace?

Describe a piece of good news you heard from someone

You should say:
• What the news was
• Who told you
• How you reacted to the news
• And explain why the news was important to you

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• How do people usually share good news?
• Why is it important to celebrate good news?
• Can good news ever have unexpected effects?
• How has the way people share news changed?

Describe a positive change in your life

You should say:
• What the change was
• When it happened
• How it affected you
• And explain why it was a positive change

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why do people change their lifestyles?
• How can positive changes improve a person’s life?
• Are changes always positive?
• How do older and younger people view change differently?

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Describe a time when you visited a new place

You should say:
• Where you went
• Who you went with
• What you did there
• And explain how you felt about visiting the place

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why do people like to travel to new places?
• How has travel changed compared to the past?
• Do you think visiting new places helps people understand different cultures?
• What are the advantages and disadvantages of tourism?

Describe an important tradition in your country

You should say:
• What the tradition is
• How it is celebrated
• Who participates in it
• And explain why it is important

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why are traditions important for a country?
• How can traditions bring people together?
• Do you think young people value traditions as much as older people?
• Should traditional customs be preserved?

Describe a job you would like to have

You should say:
• What the job is
• Why you would like to have this job
• What skills you would need
• And explain why you think you would be good at it

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• What kinds of jobs are popular in your country?
• How important is job satisfaction?
• How has the job market changed over time?
• What are the advantages and disadvantages of changing jobs frequently?

Describe a difficult thing you did and succeeded

You should say:
• What the difficult thing was
• Why it was difficult
• How you succeeded
• And explain how you felt after achieving it

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• What kinds of difficult tasks do people often face?
• Why is it important to try difficult things?
• How can people stay motivated when things are hard?
• Do young people and old people face different kinds of challenges?

Describe a special meal you enjoyed

You should say:
• What the meal was
• Where you had it
• Who you had it with
• And explain why it was special

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• What are common special meals in your country?
• Why do people enjoy having special meals together?
• How has eating together changed compared to the past?
• Is it important for families to have meals together?

Describe a place where you would like to go on holiday

You should say:
• Where it is
• Why you want to go there
• What you would like to do there
• And explain why it would be a good place for a holiday

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• Why do people need holidays?
• How has tourism changed over the years?
• Do you think people will travel more or less in the future?
• How can tourism affect the environment?

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Describe a time when you gave someone advice

You should say:
• Who you gave advice to
• What the advice was
• Why you gave the advice
• And explain how they responded

Now continue speaking by answering these questions:

• In what situations do people usually seek advice?
• What qualities should a good advisor have?
• Is it easier to give advice or receive advice?
• Do you think advice from friends is better than advice from professionals?

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