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Do you study or work? I am currently pursuing a higher education at a well-renowned university. I am studying a multidisciplinary field which is a balanced combination of my diverse interests. Where do you study? My university is located in the bustling city centre, providing a perfect combination of academic rigor and cultural diversity. It's a supportive learning environment that I find motivate...

Talk about a person you know from another culture, such as a friend or a teacher. You should say -who the person is -how you met him/her -where you met -and explain what you learnt about their cultural background I would like to talk about my friend Hiro, who is from Japan. I met Hiro in my first year of university, where we both took a course on international relations. We were assigned to work o...

We have been talking about cities, and I would like to ask you a few more questions about this topic. What are the main disadvantages of living in a city?   I believe there are several disadvantages, the first being the lack of nature. Many cities were developed without taking into account the need for green spaces and so this has a negative impact on the physical and mental health of the city res...

Do you work or study? I work in software for a tech company. I graduated from university a few years ago, and since then I've been working in the industry. What kind of job do you have? I'm a software engineer. This means I'm responsible for designing and developing software applications. My job involves coding, testing, and debugging software to ensure that it meets the requirements of the projec...

Why do people choose to learn a new language? There are various reasons why people choose to learn a new language. Language learning can be an effective way to connect with other cultures and broaden one's understanding of the world. Additionally, it has been shown that learning a new language can also have cognitive benefits, such as improving memory and brain function. Thus, the benefits of lear...

What are the main disadvantages of living in a city?   I believe there are several disadvantages, the first being the lack of nature. Many cities were developed without taking into account the need for green spaces and so this has a negative impact on the physical and mental health of the city residents. Another drawback is the fast pace of life in these metropolises. In order to survive, one must...

Describe a city or place you would like to live in. You should say -where it is -what it is famous for -and explain why you would like to live there. I feel that I am very fortunate because I have traveled to a number of beautiful cities around the world. However, I have never actually been to the place where I would like to live and yet I am certain I would fall in love with it. The city where I...

Let's talk about where you live. What part of the country do you live in? I live in the south of my country, near the coast. What do you like best about the area where you live? The thing I like most about my area is its proximity to the sea. Whenever you get in your car to drive, you pass the sea and this is something truly spectacular. Its appearance changes with the weather: it can be dark and...

We've been talking about learning, and I would like to ask you a few more questions about this topic. Did you like learning to drive? At first I found driving overwhelming, but once I got the hang of it, the freedom it gave me was exhilarating. Was learning to drive easy or challenging for you? I think that any time you begin to learn something new it can be overwhelming. In my case, I felt like I...

Talk about something useful that you have learned outside of school or college. Please say – What is it? – When and where did you learn it? – How did you learn it? – Who did you learn it from? And say why it was useful. Although the periods of school and college were times of great learning, I would have to say that I learned as much outside of school as I did inside it. However, I think the skill...

Do you work or study? I am employed part-time. What do you do? I am a psychologist in a centre for drug and alcohol addiction and also run a private practice. What are your responsibilities? I conduct group and individual sessions with clients and also have considerable paperwork to do that includes writing case notes. In my private office I see clients for various issues. What part of the day is...

What kind of public places are there in your hometown? There are many. We have historical landmarks from 100 to 300 years old, we have many museums, parks and gardens as well as athletic fields. What kind of public places do older and younger people like? I think older people like seeing many of the religious centers whereas younger people enjoy the areas provided for sport. In general, both ages...

Talk about a public place that you think needs improvement. Please say – What place is this? – Where is it located? – Why does it need improvement? – What kind of improvement does it need? I have been asked to talk about a public place that needs improvement and I find this a very interesting question because I believe that there are many places of public interest in my city that are underutilized...

Please give me your identification. Here you are. Now, in this first part, I'd like to ask you some questions about yourself. What is your town or city like? I live in a city in the north of my country. It is very beautiful as it is surrounded by mountains and the sea. How long have you lived there? I was fortunate enough to have been born there, so that's 27 years. I think I must know every stree...

We've been talking about the furniture in your house. Let's talk about furniture for different uses. What type of furniture is used for offices? For offices I think that traditionally there has been more of an emphasis on function rather than form. Office furniture has to be practical and it has to be rather durable. So, typically, the concern is more regarding whether the furniture allows the emp...

Describe the furniture in your house. Please say: What does it look like? Is it traditional or modern? What material is it made of? And say how you feel about it. OK. As you know, I am a student and I actually don't live with my parents, but I live on my own, so what I have decided to talk about today is the furniture in my current apartment where I live alone. I have to say that I really love the...

Please give me your identification. Yes, here you are. Now, in this first part, I'd like to ask you some questions about yourself. Do you work or study? Currently, I am a student in my last year of studies. What subject are you studying? I am in my final year of medical school and afterwards I hope to attend a fellowship abroad. Have you always wanted to study this? Yes, I have. My parents are bot...

We've been talking about travel. What do you feel a city needs to attract tourists? Hmm, let me see. Well, I suppose having recognisable landmarks doesn't hurt. Paris has certain iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, for example. Sydney has the Opera House. New York City has the Statue of Liberty. In addition to this, most tourists want nice weather, so places like Hong Kong and Sydney may have...

Describe a trip you made by public transport. Please say -Where did you go? -Why did you choose public transport? -How did you feel about the trip? And share some details about the trip. Recently, I took a coach from Toronto to Montreal to visit my brother. It is a journey that normally takes about 5 hours, but this bus company stops halfway for a 30 minute break. I chose to travel by public trans...