Part 1 – Introduction & Short Questions

Duration: 4–5 min

Strategy: Give a brief, fluent answer, add a reason/example.

Sample Topics & Answers

1. Hometown

• Q: Where are you from?

  • Frame: I’m from [city/country]. It’s a [describe briefly: small/big, famous for…]. I’ve lived there for [X years], and I really enjoy [something you like].

• Q: What do you like about your hometown?

  • Frame: I really like [feature], because it [reason]. For example, [give a short personal example].

2. Work / Study

• Q: Do you work or study?

  • Frame: At the moment, I’m [working/studying] as a [job/field]. I chose this because [reason]. I find it [adjective: interesting, challenging, rewarding].

• Q: Do you enjoy your work/study?

  • Frame: Yes, I do, because it allows me to [learn, improve skills, meet people]. For instance, [give example].

3. Hobbies / Free Time

• Q: What do you like to do in your free time?

  • Frame: In my free time, I enjoy [activity], as it helps me to [relax, learn, stay healthy]. For example, last weekend I [activity].

4. Daily Routine

• Q: What is your typical day like?

  • Frame: Usually, I [morning routine], then I [work/study], and in the evening I [hobby/relax]. I try to [something positive habit].

Useful Phrases:

• I’m fond of… / I’m keen on… / I spend my time…

• One of the things I enjoy about… is…

• It’s both … and … / I find it …

Part 2 – Cue Card / Long Turn

Duration: 3–4 min

Strategy: Use 4-part structure: Introduction → Details → Feelings → Conclusion
Linking Words: for example, in addition, moreover, as a result, overall

Template Frame

Cue Card Topic: Describe [topic]

1. Introduction:

   • One of the most memorable [experiences/events/trips] I’ve had was [topic]. I did this [when/with whom].

2. Details / What happened:

   • During this time, I [did, visited, experienced…].

   • I also [activities or experiences].

3. Feelings / Reflection:

   • It was memorable because [reason].

   • I found it [adjective] and [adjective].

4. Conclusion / Linking back:

   • Overall, it was a [positive adjective] experience, and I hope to [repeat, visit again, continue].

Useful Phrases:

• During the [trip/event]…

• One of the highlights was…

• What made it memorable…

• I still look back on…

• Overall… / It left a lasting impression…

Example: Describe a memorable holiday

• One of the most memorable holidays I’ve had was a trip to Paris last summer with my family. We visited the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, and Notre-Dame Cathedral. I particularly enjoyed walking along the Seine River and trying local French food. It was memorable because we spent quality time together, and I also learned a lot about French culture. Overall, it was an unforgettable experience.

Part 3 – Discussion / Opinion Questions

Duration: 4–5 min

Strategy: Give opinions, explain reasons, give examples, sometimes compare.

Common Topics & Frames

1. Tourism / Travel

• Q: Why do people travel abroad?

  • Frame: I think people travel abroad mainly to [experience new cultures / relax / explore]. For example, [short example].

• Q: Does tourism have negative effects?

  • Frame: Yes, tourism can sometimes [harm the environment / overcrowd places / change culture]. For instance, [example].

2. Technology / Social Media

• Q: Do you think technology improves our life?

  • Frame: Certainly. Technology makes life [adjective: convenient, efficient]. For example, [online learning, remote work, instant communication]. However, it can also [cause distractions / reduce personal interactions].

3. Education / Learning

• Q: What’s the best way to learn a language?

  • Frame: In my opinion, the best way is [practice speaking + listening + reading]. For example, [personal method]. Learning by doing helps [fluency and confidence].

4. Environment

• Q: What can individuals do to protect the environment?

  • Frame: Individuals can [recycle, save energy, plant trees]. Even small actions, like [example], can make a difference.

Useful Phrases & Linking Words:

• I think… / In my opinion… / From my perspective…

• For example… / As a result… / In contrast…

• On the other hand… / It is often believed that…

Extra Band 7+ Tips

• Fluency: Speak confidently, avoid long pauses.

• Grammar: Use a mix of tenses and complex sentences.

• Vocabulary: Use less common words (memorable → unforgettable, harmful → detrimental).

• Coherence: Use linking words consistently.

• Examples: Always give at least one concrete example.