【IELTS-Speaking-A-09】IELTS Speaking | How to introduce yourself (雅思口說 |如何介紹自己)

【 口說 Speaking 】 結構 : 3部分，11-14分鐘。 Part 1：個人問題（4-5分鐘）。 Part 2：獨白（3-4分鐘，含1分鐘準備）。 Part 3：深入討論（4-5分鐘）。 高分技巧 : 流利優先，適度停頓無妨。 擴展答案，加入例子/理由。 使用多樣詞彙與句型，避免重複。 保持自信，眼神接觸。 練習常見話題（教育、工作、環境）。
Structure: 3 parts, 11-14 minutes. Part 1: Personal questions (4-5 minutes). Part 2: Monologue (2 minutes, including 1-minute prep). Part 3: In-depth discussion (4-5 minutes).
High-Score Tips: Prioritize fluency; occasional pauses are fine. Expand answers with examples/reasons. Use diverse vocabulary and sentence types, and avoid repetition. Stay confident, maintain eye contact. Practice common topics (education, work, environment).
      Do your parents do household chores equally? Example Answer Yes, my parents are very particular about the household chores. For example, my father is responsible for buying the vegetables from the market daily. He also makes the breakfast and tea, while my mother makes the lunch and dinner. I also have the responsibility of taking out the trash in the morning and feeding the dog. We have a maid for cleaning and other things.      What do you think is the best age for children to go to school? Example Answer I think five years is the best age for children to go to school. 3 to 4 would be too early and later than five would be too late. So, ideally the best age would be around five years. ds.      Do you prefer to study by yourself or with friends? Example Answer I prefer to study with friends because when I study alone I get distracted very soon. Moreover, when I study with my friends we can share ideas and that makes study more interesting.     Are you happy with the service on the plane in India? Example Answer I haven't experienced travelling by planes as yet. However, my friends and relatives who have travelled domestically by air have shared their experiences with me and they have told me that the service on planes in India is very good. The food available is delicious, there are many choices for the beverages and also, the entertainment system is very good.       Do you think those boring jobs will be done by machines in the future? Example Answer Yes, the repetitive boring jobs will be done by machines in the future. Some of these jobs are already being done by machines today and in the future, more such jobs will be automated.       Do you think technology today is making people's life easier? Example Answer Yes, technology has automated many tasks and made life easier and simpler for people. Everyday tasks like washing clothes and dishes are done through machines these days, giving people more free time. Linking Answers to Questions Practice Some examples of types of speaking questions for IELTS that will illustrate these types of question stems. Qu: How important is having breakfast to you? Ans: Not very important, really. I often miss it as I never feel hungry when I first wake up. Lunch is often the first meal of the day for me. Qu: Would you rather eat out or eat at home? ( About preference) Ans: I prefer to eat in as I like home-cooked food. You know for sure what is in the ingredients, whereas at a restaurant, you can never be sure what is in the food and whether it's healthy or not. Qu: How often do you eat out? Ans: About once or twice a week. Mostly, I eat in because I get back from work late and don't have time to get to a restaurant. Qu: What kind of restaurants do you like to go to if you eat out? Ans: Usually, it is small, family-run places. They have a better atmosphere than those big chains, and often the price is more reasonable too. You can also get to know the owner, which is nice. Qu: When did you last go to a restaurant? Ans: Oh, it's probably about a week ago, last weekend. I went to a place called Chino's, down the road from me. It does great Italian food. Qu: Where is the best place to shop for groceries? Ans: I think the supermarkets are good to get cheap things, such as everyday items like tin food and toiletries, but local stores are better for meat and vegetables because they're always fresh. Qu: How do you get to the shops when you go for food? Ans: I usually go by car, but occasionally by bike if the weather is okay and I don't need to buy too much. The car can obviously be better if it's for the weekly shopping and you need to purchase a lot. Qu: Why do you think there was a problem with obesity in many countries? Ans: I think it's principally to do with diet and time. People don't have a lot of time, so they eat fast food. The lack of time also means that people don't do enough exercise. Qu: Who should be dealing with obesity? Ans: The government should do something, such as making producers label food packaging clearly, but individuals also have to take responsibility for their own weight and lifestyle. Video References Question 1: Are you from a city, town or village? Answer A: I was born in Almaty, the largest city in Kazakhstan, with a population of about 2 million people. Almaty served as the capital of Kazakhstan in the past, and it's still its main commercial and cultural centre, benefiting from its location along the ancient Silk Road. Answer B: I was born in Almaty. It's the former capital of Kazakhstan. Answer B: I'm from a small village called Teke in South Kazakhstan. Answer C: I grew up in a city called Hsinchu. I then moved to another city, called Taichung, where I live now. Question 2: What is your hometown like? Answer: It's quite a large and modern city of over 2 million people. It's growing fast because many people move there to work or study. I like the hustle and bustle of the city. It is located in the foothills of the Alatau mountains, which means that the views are beautiful, and we can easily go hiking in summer and skiing in winter. Question 3: What kinds of public transport are there in your hometown? Answer: There are buses, electrical trolleybuses, trams, and a metro line, which took about 20 years to build. That's definitely not enough for such a large city, and as a result, most people use cars, and traffic congestion is a major problem. Question 4: What are people like in your hometown? Answer: I find that people are generally friendly and quite open. They share personal information with you freely, so it's easy to make friends, but i must admit that not everyone respects or follows the traffic rules. Question 5: What is your town known for? OR What is the most interesting part of your town? OR What would you recommend a visitor to see or do in this town? Answer: On the outskirts of Almaty, there is an outdoor skating rink called Medellin. It's famous because of its high altitude, and it's even hosted some international competitions. I think it's definitely worth seeing even for people who don't skate, because the views from there are simply breathtaking. Question 6: What kind of jobs do the people in your town/village do? Answer: I suppose that most people work in manufacturing. I know that there are some big factories in Almaty, and others work in small businesses such as shops and restaurants. Also, Almaty is known as the financial centre of Kazakhstan, which means that some of the country's largest banks and the stock exchange are based in the city. Question 7: Has your hometown changed much since you were a child? Answer: A lot, when I see old photographs of Almaty, I can hardly recognise it. It used to be a quiet, medium-sized town, but in recent years, big developments have sprung up like mushrooms. The city center is now dominated by glass and concrete offices and big shopping malls. I think the city has almost doubled in size in the last 20 years, and has completely changed its appearance. Question 8: Would you say it's a good place to live? Why? Answer: There are a lot of great things about living in Almaty. I like its climate, the hot sunny summers and snowy winters. I also think that Almaty's universities are the best in the country, and the city offers good work opportunities. However, traffic congestion and the related air pollution are big problems for those living there. On the whole, I believe it is a reasonable place to live. Part 1 : Introduction and Interview [This part of the test begins with the examiner introducing himself or herself and checking the candidate’s identification. It then continues as an interview.] What is IELTS speaking part 1? A face to face interview with the examiner (4-5 minutes) 12 Questions based on 3 Topics Questions about yourself, your life and your country Pre-test introduction - reminder Before the test starts, you’ll have a brief conversation with the examiner as they introduce themselves, confirm who you are and check your identity . The questions they’ll ask you in this pre-test introduction aren’t marked, but they are  your first chance to make a good impression . Don’t forget to smile and don’t be put off if the examiner doesn’t seem very friendly - it's not you, they just might be a bit tired. Examiner : opening statement: ... Good morning/ afternoon, would you please tell me your full name? Student : Yes, my full name is ( Chinese full name ) however, please call me by my English name ( English name ). Yes, my Chinese name is ( Chinese full name ) however, please call me by my English name ( English name ). Examiner : Thanks, can I see your identification, please? Student : Yes/ Sure, here is my ID/ identification. Examiner : Thanks. We can now get started with the first part of the exam. In the first part, I will ask you some personal questions. First, I'd like to ask about... Speaking Part 1 Common Topics List (you and your country) Below is a list of topics and questions that the examiner can ask you in part 1. You should prepare ideas for these topics, but not memorise whole answers. Your answers should be natural when you speak in the test. Prepare your daily life , your recent memories , your childhood memories , your opinions, popular things in your country etc. Work Study Hometown Home Art Bicycles Birthdays Childhood Clothes Computers Daily routine Dictionaries Evenings Family & Friends Flowers Food Going Out Happiness Hobbies Internet Leisure time Music Neighbours & Neighbourhood Newspapers Pets Reading Shopping Sport TV Transport Weather Most Common Topics Hometown Where is your hometown? Do you like your hometown? Do you often visit your hometown? What is your hometown like? What is the oldest place in your hometown? What is there for a foreigner to do or see in your hometown? How could your hometown be improved? Has your hometown changed much since you were a child? Is there good public transportation in your hometown? Do you think your hometown is a good place to bring up children? Home Where is your home? Do you live in a house or a flat? Who do you live with? Are there many rooms in your home? What is your favourite room? How are the walls decorated? What would you change about your home? Do you plan to live there in the future? What facilities are there near your home? What is your neighbourhood like? Do most people live in houses in your country? Study What do you study? Where do you study that? Why did you choose that subject? Is it a popular subject in your country? Do you like that subject? Do you get on with your colleagues? What was your first day like? What are the main aspects of your subject? If you had the chance, would you change subject? Do you plan to get a job in the same field as your subject? Work What is your job? Where do you work? Why did you choose that job? Is it a popular job in your country? Do you like your job? Do you get on well with your colleagues? What was your first day like? What responsibilities do you have at work? If you had the chance, would you change your job? Do you plan to continue with your job in the future?
Topic: Family It’s important to learn a good range of family vocabulary as there’s a high chance you’ll get questions about your family in Part 1 of the IELTS Speaking test. The topic could also come up in Parts 2 and 3 as well as being the subject of the Writing, Listening or Reading tests.
Things you could be asked about: Facts about your family Details of family relationships Family activities & celebrations A family member you admire  Changes in family roles The generation gap Parental responsibility The future of the family 1) How many people are there in your immediate family? Four people make up my immediate family – my dad, my sister and my two bothers . They all live close to me except for my youngest brother who moved away because of his work.   2) Do you get along well with your family? Most definitely. I used to argue with my brothers and sister a lot when we were. It was sibling rivalry I guess but we get on really well now.   3) Which member of your family are you closest to? I’d have to say my sister but we’re a close-knit family and we all get along just great.   4) How much time do you spend with your family? We used to go to my parent’s house for Sunday tea every few weeks but since my mother died, my oldest brother , my sister and I take turns to spend time supporting our father . This means that we don’t all get together so often. However, we still have family gatherings on special occasions.   5) When did you last have a family party? Just a few weeks ago. It was for my father’s birthday. We had a get-together at his house, and we all took along cakes and snacks to share. Family & Friends Do you spend much time with your family? Who are you closest to in your family? Do you prefer spending time with your family or friends? Who is your best friend? Are you still friends with people from your childhood? Is family important in your country? Childhood Did you enjoy your childhood? What is your first memory of your childhood? Did you have a lot of friends when you were a child? What did you enjoy doing as a child? Do you think it is better for children to grow up in the city or in the countryside? Daily Routine When do you usually get up in the morning? Do you usually have the same routine every day? What is your daily routine? Do you ever change your routine? Is your routine the same today as it was when you were a child? Do you think it is important to have a daily routine? Neighbours & Neighbourhood Do you like your neighbours? Are neighbours usually close to each other in your country? What is your neighbourhood like? Do you think your neighbourhood is a good place for children? How could your neighbourhood be improved? Do you think it is important to have a good relationship with your neighbours? Leisure Time What is your favourite leisure activity? What did you enjoy doing in your free time as a child? Do you prefer to spend your free time with other people or alone? What is a common leisure activity in your country? Do most people in your country get two days off a week? Do you think leisure time is important? Hobbies Do you have a hobby? What equipment do you need for it? Do you think hobbies should be shared with other people? Did you have a hobby as a child? What hobbies are popular in your country? Why do you think people have hobbies? Going Out Do you often go out in the evenings? What do you like to do when you go out? Do you prefer going out on your own or with friends? How often do you go out in a week? Where do most young people like to go out in your country? Evenings What do you often do in the evenings? Do you do the same thing every evening? Do you prefer to spend your evenings with family or friends? Do you ever work or study in the evenings? What is a popular activity for young people in your country in the evenings? Do you do the same thing in the evenings as you did when you were a child? Other Common Topics Topic: Music Whilst you need to have a broad music vocabulary so that you can answer questions on any aspect of the topic, it’s a good idea to pay particular attention to words and phrases related to your favourite genre of music. There are just so many different types and styles of music that it would be poor use of your study time to try and learn vocabulary for them all. Most of us enjoy listening to music, or even performing ourselves, which makes music questions fairly easy to answer, especially if it’s about your favourite band, singer or song.

1) What types of music do you like to listen to? It depends on what mood I’m in, but generally, I like easy listening, although I am a massive fan of country music and play this genre more than any other.   2) Are there any kinds of music that you dislike? I’m not really into jazz . It’s just not my taste in music , especially when the musicians improvise . It sounds like they are all playing different tunes, and there’s no harmony .   3)  Do you ever go to music gigs? I love listening to live music and going to local gigs at least once a month. I only go to concerts by top bands   once in a blue moon, as I live a long way from the big music venues .   4) Have you ever been in a music group or a band? I was a vocalist in my church music group for several years and also sang in the choir when I was in school.   5) Does your country have a traditional type of music or dance? Folk music and Morris dancing are both traditional in the UK. The music for this type of dancing is often played on the fiddle and accordion , with a drum to give the dancers a good rhythm and beat .
Music Do you like music? What’s your favourite type of music? Can you sing? Did you learn music at school? If you could learn a musical instrument, what would it be? Do you think music is important? Topic: Art Galleries
1) Are there many art galleries where you live? No, not that I know of. I live in a small town so I don't think there are any, though we do have a few museums and other cultural institutions. In our capital city there are quite a few art galleries, however.
2) Did you like to go to art galleries when you were a child? I've never been that interested in art to be honest, so not really. We were taken to one as part of a trip when I was at school. It has a lot of paintings from famous artists from our country. It was quite interesting to see I guess but I've not been to any since.
3) Should people have to pay to go to art galleries? I think it depends really. If possible they should be free because if people do have to pay they are less likely to go and see it. But on the other hand these things cost money so a small fee may be necessary if it can keep the art gallery going and keep it open. Ideally though the government should pay for this as I believe this kind of thing is paid for by our taxes. Art Are you good at art? Did you learn art at school when you were a child? What kind of art do you like? Is art popular in your country? Have you ever been to an art gallery? Do you think children can benefit from going to art galleries? Food What’s your favourite food? Have you always liked the same food? Is there any food you dislike? What is a common meal in your country? Do you have a healthy diet? What do you think of fast food? Drinks What is your favourite drink? Is it common for people to drink tea and coffee in your country? Did you prefer different drinks as a child? Do you think it is important to drink lots of water? What is a traditional drink in your country for celebrating? Birthdays Do you usually celebrate your birthdays? How did you celebrate your last birthday? Which birthdays are the most important ones in your country? Do you think children should celebrate their birthdays with a party? Pets Do you have a pet? Do you like animals? What’s your favourite animal? What is a popular pet to have in your country? Did you have a pet as a child? Why do people have pets? Computers Do you often use a computer? How do you usually get online? Do you prefer desktops or laptops? What do you use your computer for? Do you think it is important to learn how to use a computer? Internet How often do you go online? What do you use the internet for? How do you get online? Do you have your own computer? What’s your favourite website? Do you think children should be allowed unsupervised access to the internet? TV Do you often watch TV? What sorts of things do you watch on TV? What is your favourite TV program? Do you ever watch foreign programs or films? What did you watch on TV when you were a child? Do you think children should watch TV? Bicycles Do you have a bike? How often do you use it? How old were you when you learned to ride a bike? Do many people in your country using bicycles? Do you think using bicycles should be encouraged? Clothes Are clothes important to you? What kind of clothes do you usually wear? Do you ever wear the traditional clothes of your country? Where do you usually buy your clothes? Have you ever worn a uniform? Do most people in your country follow fashion? Dictionaries Do you often use a dictionary? What do you use dictionaries for? What kinds of dictionaries do you think are most useful? Do you think dictionaries are useful for learning a language? What kind of information you find in a dictionary? Useful video lesson: Dictionary vocabulary Dreams Do you often have dreams when you sleep? Do you usually remember your dreams? Do you think dreams are important to remember? Do you ever have daydream? What kind of daydreams do you usually have? Flowers Do you like flowers? What’s your favourite flower? When was the last time you gave someone flowers? Do any flowers have a special meaning in your country? Why do you think women like flowers more than men? See similar topics for parts 2 and 3: Parks, Gardens, Trees & Flowers Happiness Are you a happy person? What usually makes you happy or unhappy? Does the weather ever affect how you feel? What makes you smile? Do you think people in your country are generally happy people? Languages How many foreign languages do you speak? When did you start learning your first foreign language? How many foreign languages do children in your country learn at school? Do you think it is important to learn a foreign language? Newspapers How do you usually get your news? Do you often read the newspapers? What kind of news do you usually follow? How do most people get the news in your country? Do you think international news is important? Noise Do you live in a noisy area? What kinds of sounds you you hear on a daily basis? Where do you go to spend time in peace and quiet? Are there any sounds which you think are pleasant? Do you have any noisy friends? Patience Are you a patient person? Do you ever get impatient? When was the last time you lost your patience? Which person in your family is the most patient? Reading Do you often read? What is your favourite kind of book to read? Do you often read newspapers? Do you have any e-books? What books did you read as a child? Do you think it is important to encourage children to read? Shopping Do you like shopping? What’s your favourite shop? Do you prefer shopping alone or with others? What kinds of shops are there where you live? Have you ever bought anything online? Do you think men and women have different opinions about shopping? Sport Do you like sport? What’s your favourite sport? Do you often watch sport on TV? Did you play sport as a child? What is the most popular sport in your country? How do most people in your country keep fit? Transport How did you get here today? What is your favourite mode of transport? Do you ever use public transport? Do you like the transport system in your country? What is the difference between taking a bus and taking a train? Weather What’s the weather like today? What’s your favourite weather? Do you like the weather in your country? Is the weather the same in all parts of your country? Does the weather ever affect the way you feel? Does the weather in your country ever affect transportation? IELTS Speaking Samples IELTS speaking part 1 questions with answers https://ieltstutorials.online/sample-questions/cue-card https://www.ieltsbuddy.com/ielts-speaking-samples.html
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IELTS Speaking Band Descriptors  - Speaking Assessment Criteria What is the IELTS Speaking test?   Four Skills   33 interview questions for students (with sample answers)   Interviewers usually ask these questions for students to learn about their basic knowledge and abilities. They also ask these questions to get a better understanding of your interests, attitude, and personality. Some common general questions include: Can you tell us about yourself? How did you learn about our organization/ university? What are your strengths? What are your weaknesses, and how do you overcome them? Why did you choose your school? What motivates you? How do you believe you can contribute to our growth? Where do you see yourself in the next five years? Can you tell us why you think you're the best fit for this role? Do you have any questions for us?
Experience and Background The interviewer may ask questions about your background and experience to understand your responsibilities in previous roles and how you handled them. They also ask these questions to envision you in the role and determine whether you fit their company culture. Below are examples of these questions: Tell us something about your field of study. Which academic accomplishment are you most proud of? Do you have prior experience in this role? Do you have any academic goals you hope to achieve before you graduate? What are they? What skills and experience do you hope to gain in this job? Do you have plans to further your education? Do you participate in any extracurricular activities? What are they? What do you wish you knew before choosing this career path? What steps have you taken for your professional growth and development? Do you think your education helped to prepare you for this role? In what way?
In-depth Questions Interviewers ask in-depth questions to get detailed information about your behaviour or abilities. These questions usually relate directly to the role and give the interviewer an idea of how well you'd perform. Examples of in-depth questions include: Can you give an example of a time you applied your leadership skills at work? How do you work under pressure? How do you handle stress? Do you prefer working alone or with a team? Why? Tell us about a time you exceeded your expectations. Have you ever missed a deadline? Why and what was the result? Describe how you organise your schedule and prioritise your tasks. Have you ever managed multiple tasks simultaneously? How did you handle them? How do you manage two projects that are due at the same time? How do you intend to make an impact in this role?
Discussion Questions (Tests) (1) What images spring to mind when you hear the word ‘test’? (2) Do you get nervous when you take tests? (3) Are there any kinds of tests that you love? (4) Do you follow any special routines before you take a test? (5) What test has made you most nervous? (6) What do you think about while you wait for the result of a test? (7) Have you ever cheated on a test? (8) Have you ever taken an IQ test? (9) Do you think testing is useful or a waste of time? (10) Do you think your test scores reflect your true ability and intelligence? (11) Do you like taking tests? (12) Are you good at taking tests? (13) What was the last English test that you took like? (14) Have you ever had a blood test? (15) Would you be more nervous before your driving test, a blood test or an English test? (16) What’s the best way to prepare for a test? (17) What medical tests have you had? (18) What was the worst test you ever took? (19) Are there too many tests in school? (20) How do you feel when you fail a test?