1 Mobil phone
2 A famous person
3 A school friend
4 A person to study with
5 Your favorite restaurant
6 An interesting building
7 A book you like
8 A letter
9 Kinds of music
10 A traditional festival
11 A perfect trip / holiday.
12 An interesting hobby
13 An environmental problem
14 A kind of extreme weather
15 Learning English
16 Getting news
17 A skill to learn
18 My best friend
19 A kind of transportation
20 A kind of sport
Describe a piece of equipment you often use at home or at work.
You should say:
What it is?
What you do with it. How it is used.
How long you have had it.
How important it is to you.
Thank you for the opportunity to speak to you. I am sure you will find my talk informative and interesting.
1. a) My favorite piece of equipment is my mobile phone. It is also known
as a cell phone, a hand phone, or a pocket phone.
b) I am sure you are familiar with it, or even have one yourself.
2. a) As the name indicates, it is a telephone that is carried on your person, and can be used wherever you go.
b) That is to say, you can make or receive calls while travelling, or while sitting in a net bar or restaurant.
3. a) As far as for how long I have had my mobile phone concerns, I have had it for about two years now.
b) I received it as a gift from my parents on my 16th birthday.
There are several reasons as for why I would like to talk about my mobile phone specifically. Allow me to explain by mentioning some of them briefly.
4. a) Firstly, over the past two years, my mobile phone has become an important part of my daily life.
b) What I mean to say is that I cannot imagine living without the advantages it presents. Allow me to explain.
5. a) Secondly, over and above it being a communication tool, mobile phones have many additional uses.
b) For instance, one can obtain a great deal of information, like the weather forecast or the latest prices or the stock exchange, from your mobile phone.
6. a) In addition, I would like to mention the fact that a cell phone is able to provide me with some security.
b) What I mean to say is that when I find myself in a difficult situation, I can call for assistance.
7. a) Lastly, I would like to mention that my mobile phone is a very convenient piece of equipment for somebody like myself.
b) For example, it is so compact and lightweight that I am able to carry it in one of my pockets without it being a nuisance.
8. So, there on some thoughts on&
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nbsp;why my mobile phone is my favorite piece of equipment.
PART 3
1. What impact has electrical equipment had on human life over the past ten years?
That’s an interesting question. I believe the impact has been tremendous. Allow me to explain my views by shortly mentioning the following aspects:
1a. Firstly, electrical equipment has completely changed the way in which we communicate with one another.
1b. For example, in recent times mobile phones have become the most popular telecommunication tool in the world. These phones are inexpensive and convenient.
2a. Secondly, electrical equipment has made our lives at home easier.
2b. For instance, today we have electrical equipment to do the washing in the laundry, and the dishes in the kitchen.
3a. Lastly, I believe that electrical equipment has had a profound influence on our lives.
3b. What I am trying to say, is that our lives will never be the same as before.
2. What are the differences of the life in the past and the present?
That’s a broad question. As far as the differences of the life in the past and the present are concerned, I would like to explain my views by shortly mentioning the following points:
1a. Firstly, I believe that the world has become a much smaller place now as compared to say fifty years ago.
1b. For instance, world wide TV reception has made it possible for us to watch important events such as the Olympic Games on our TV’s as they happen.
2a. In addition, communications have become much faster, cheaper, and more convenient as ever before in the past.
2b. For example, telecommunications by satellite has made it possible to make and receive calls by mobile phone from anywhere in the world, to any place in the world.
3a. Lastly, much more information has become available to many more people than ever before.
3b. What I mean to say is that the Internet has made it possible for us to find out virtually anything on any subject that we would like to study. All you have to do is visit your local net bar and download whatever you need.
3. How will technology develop in future?
That’s an interesting question. As to how technology will develop in future, I would like to explain my views by shortly mentioning the following points:
1a. Firstly, I guess that if we consider the speed at which technology is developing at the moment, we have no idea of what it will produce in future.
1b. For instance, in the field of telecommunication we have seen tremendous progress over the past ten or twenty years.
2a. In addition, I think that our paradigms and world views will undergo radical changes in future.
2b. For example, things like the transplanting of human organs, test&nbs
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p;tube babies, and now cloning of humans, have forced us to rethink our views on ethics.
3a. In addition, I think that globalization will become a far greater reality than is the case today.
3b. To be more specific, nations and governments will eventually work together in the fight against global issues like poverty, ignorance, pollution, overpopulation, conservation of our resources, and so on.
4. What role does technological development play in people’s lives?
1a. More industries and jobs are created.
1b. Cell phones, aircraft, space craft, computer accessories, satellites.
2a. Life is becoming more comfortable.
2b. Washing machines, tumble driers, steam irons, computers, Internet, fax machines, scanners, computer-assisted drawings (CAD).
3a. More leisure time because of time saved.
3b. More traveling, sport, hobbies, entertainment.
5. Why do many foreign countries develop faster than China?
1a. More resources (raw materials).
1b. Oil, coal, gold, diamonds, forests.
2a. Smaller populations.
2b. China 1,3 billion, America 0,6 billion.
3a. More favorable climatic conditions.
3b. China more floods, large desert.
6. Why did China’s East develop faster than China’s West?
1a. Geography.
1b. Sea, plains, mountains.
2a. Demographics.
2b Study of the births, deaths, illnesses, distribution of population, etc.
7. What are the advantages and disadvantages of computers?
Advantages: Fast, accurate, large volumes of information. Large calculations.
Disadvantages: People loose their jobs. Kids addicted to games.
8. What are the advantages and disadvantages of the Internet?
Advantages: Global contacts and sources of information. Convenient and inexpensive communication tool.
Disadvantages: Globalization could lead to social and cultural problems. Could infringe on our privacy. Uncontrolled. Can spread unfavorable material (for example pornography, terrorism) fast and wide.
2．Describe a well-known person. You should say:
Who he/she is.
What makes him/her famous?
Why you admire him/her.
Thank you for the opportunity to speak to you. I am sure you will find my talk interesting and informative.
1. a) The most important person that I would like to talk about, is a man called Confucius.
b) I am sure you have heard or read about him before.
2. a) He is known as the greatest philosopher and writer of all times in China.
b) For example, he is regarded as the founder of the Chinese literature.
3. a) He lived about 500 BC in the region that is known as Shan Dong province today.
b) The site of his tomb was later developed by his followers into the first university in China.
As to why I would like to talk about him, there are several reasons. Allow me to explain by mentioning some of them shortly.
4. a) First of all, I firmly believe that he was a v
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ery gentle and easy-going person.
b) In other words, he did not believe that problems and conflicts should be solved by violence.
5. a) Secondly, he obviously was a man who possessed great wisdom.
b) You just have to read his writings, and listen to his sayings to agree with me.
6. a) Lastly, he is my favorite famous person because of the influence that his teachings have in Asia to this day.
b) For instance, countries like China, Japan, and Korea, still use his teachings as the basis to arrange their societies.
7. So, that in brief, was my favorite famous person.
PART 3
1. Do you want to become famous?
No. I would definitely not like to become famous. Allow me to explain myself by shortly mentioning the following points:
1a. Firstly, I believe that it is not always pleasant to be famous.
1b. For instance, one has to accept that you do not have the luxury of privacy any more.
2a. In addition, I think that being famous places you under a lot of stress.
2b. For example, everyone is watching you all the time to see if you make any mistakes. Should this happen, you must realize that you cannot expect any pity from anyone, as you are expected to be perfect.
3a. Lastly, I am of the opinion that it is hard to cope with fame.
3b. What I mean to say is that, from what I have seen happening to many pop stars, many of them are not able to handle the stress, and they resort to drug abuse to help them cope. Drugs are completely against my principles, and I would not want to be in a situation where it becomes a way to cope with life.
4a. So you see, I would prefer not to be a famous person.
2. Describe how one could become a well-known person in China.
That’s an interesting question. Allow me to explain my personal views by shortly mentioning the following points:
1a. Firstly, I believe that one has to achieve something special or posses some special talent to become famous.
1b. For instance, sporting personalities have special physical and mental talents that allow them to excel in a particular sport.
2a. In addition, I think that the work that one does during your career often leads to one becoming famous.
2b. For example, government officials rise in the ranks to the point where the decisions that they have to make affect the country as a whole. Then everyone knows what that person has decided and he or she will invariably be famous.
3a. Lastly, I am of the opinion that there are people who become famous because of the mistakes that they have made.
3b. What I mean to say is that criminals often become famous. For example, Adolf Hitler committed many crimes and was r
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esponsible for the Second World War. In the West there are famous criminals like Bonny and Clyde in America, the Great Train Robbers and Jack the Ripper in England, and more recently Osama Ben Ladin in Afganisthan.
3. What kind of people can become famous in China?
Politicians like Mao Ze Dong and Jiang Ze Min, soldiers that became heroes, philosophers like Confucius, sportsmen and sports woman like Deng Yaping, scientists, etc.
4. What are the advantages and disadvantages of being famous?
Advantages: Fame, respected by many, lots of money, many fans / admirers / friends, travel, good life, etc.
Disadvantages: No privacy, often unbearable stress, criticism from public.
5. What do you think of the privacy of a well-known person?
They should accept that they shall not have much privacy in future. Like celebrities who are owned by their fans.
6. Would the well-known persons in TV commercials influence you?
They often do influence people, especially youngsters, but I try to minimize their influence in my own life by deciding what are my principles, believes, customs, etc. and sticking to them irrespective of what a famous person says or does. I do however, try and keep an open mind.
7. Do you often talk about well-known people with your friends? If so, what do you talk about?
About celebrities only when they are in the news. We talk about historical / famous people like leaders, writes, philosophers, etc. more often.
8. What do you think of the relationship between a well-known person and advertising?
They will invariably be used by the advertising industry. They have been proven to be a successful advertising medium.
3．Describe a friend in your school time or whom you like most.
You should say:
Who he/she is.
When you became friends.
How he/she influences you.
Why you like him/her.
1. a) I made many friends in school, but the friend I would like to tell you about is called XXX.
b) I am sure you have a friend like this in your life as well.
2. a) I met XXX about XXX years ago at the school that we attended together, and we soon became friends.
b) Our friendship has lasted to this day.
3. a) Our friendship has grown a great deal over the past three years.
b) These days, for example, we share all our secrets with each other.
There are several reasons as for why I would like to talk specifically about XXX as a friend. Allow me to explain by mentioning some of them briefly.
4. a) I guess the main reason why XXX and I became such good friends, is that we have the same interests.
b) For example, we both love listening to music, and we spend many hours together listening to our favorite CD`s.
5. a) Anot
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her reason why we have become such good friends is that we both would like to go and study abroad in the near future.
b) So we often chat about what possible majors we would study, and what university we would like to attend.
6. a) A third reason why s/he is my friend is that we share many principles.
b) For example, we both believe that we should not damage our health by smoking cigarettes.
7. a) Lastly, I believe that XXX has had a positive influence on my life since we have met.
b) XXX is always friendly, cares about his/her family and friends, and is always willing to listen to others.
8. So now you know why XXX is such a good friend.
1. What are the differences between adults and children in terms of making friends?
I believe there are great differences.
1a. Firstly, I believe that children make friends much easier than adults.
1b. Maybe it is because they do not have so many inhibitions as adults do.
2a. Secondly, I think that the friendships that adults have are longer lasting than that of children.
2b. For example, adults have life-long friendships, but children easily move on to new friends.
3a. Lastly, I am of the opinion that both adults and children have different kinds of friends.
3b. What I mean to say is that both groups have casual friends and best friends.
2. Can adults make friends with children?
Yes, but it must be balanced. Parents with their children. Teachers, lecturers, and professors with their students. But youngsters should keep on respecting their elders, and adults should not exploit children.
3. What are the most important factors to consider when making friends?
Loyalty, respect, honesty, unselfishness, willingness to give and work towards the friendship.
4. What are the possible reasons for the break in a friendship?
Distrust because of lies in the past. One person may move to a new home far away. The interests of one person may change. A third person might appear on the scene. In the case of lovers this is called a ‘love triangle’.
5. Why do adults often find it difficult to make friends?
They have more inhibitions than children. May be afraid of getting hurt. May have been disappointed in the past.
6. What are the friendships between the elderly like?
They don’t often have many friends, but those that they have are very strong friendships. They often have many shared life experiences.
。Describe a person whom you would like to study or work with.
You should say:
Who she/he is.
When do you work/study together.
What you often do together.
Why you like to work/study with him/her.
What you can learn from him/her.
Why he/she is important to you.
Thank you for the opp
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ortunity to speak to you. I am sure you will find my talk interesting and informative.
1. a) If I had to talk about somebody that I would like to study with, I would like to mention my friend XXX.
b) I have many friends, but XXX is my best friend.
2. a) I met XXX about XXX years ago at the school that we attended together, and we soon became best friends.
b) Our friendship has lasted to this day.
3. a) Our friendship has grown a great deal over the past three years.
b) These days, for example we share all our secrets with each other.
There are several reasons as for why I would like to talk specifically about XXX. Allow me to explain by mentioning some of them briefly.
4. a) I guess the main reason why I would like to study whit XXX, is that we have the same interests.
b) For example, we both love listening to music, and we spend many hours together listening to our favorite CD`s.
5. a) Another reason is that we both would like to go and study at the same university abroad in the near future.
b) So we often chat about what possible majors we would study, and what university we would like to attend.
6. a) A third reason why I would like to study with XXX is that we share many principles.
b) For example, we both believe that we should not damage our health by smoking cigarettes.
7. a) Lastly, I believe that XXX has had a positive influence on my life since we have met.
b) XXX is always friendly, cares about his/her family and friends, and is always willing to listen to others.
So now you know why XXX is the person I would want to study with.
PART 3
1. Do you like to work alone or with a partner?
I like to work alone. Allow me to explain myself by shortly mentioning the following points:
1a. Firstly, I am a loner by nature.
1b. What I mean is that because I am the only child, I have always done things on my own.
2a. In addition, I think that working with a partner limits your creativity.
2b. For example, when I am alone I am able to come up with excellent and original ideas, but when I am with someone else, I tend to follow that persons ideas.
3a. Lastly, I am of the opinion that one has to have very special talents to work successfully with a partner.
3b. What I mean to say is that I simply do not have any such talents. I easily get frustrated if someone is slow or inaccurate.
2. What do you think of teamwork or team spirit?
Sometimes it is essential. More input and views to solve problems. Team spirit can lift someone up to greater heights and achievements.
3. What kinds of
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;people are good to work with?
Those that are friendly, experienced, full of understanding, kind, reasonable, hardworking, unselfish, strict but fair.
4. What are the advantages and disadvantages of working / studying by yourself?
Advantages: More opportunities for innovative thinking by yourself.
Disadvantages: No input from others to broaden your perspectives.
。Describe a restaurant or café. You should say:
Where it is.
What it looks like.
What kinds of services are provided?
What kind of food you like there.
Why you like it.
Thank you for the opportunity to speak to you. I am sure you will find my talk interesting and informative.
1. Of all the restaurants I could tell you about, the Smiling Dragon restaurant is probably the one that I would like to talk about the most.
2. The reason for my latest visit there has to do with the fact that I wanted to introduce my foreign English teacher to some Chinese dishes.
3. The Smiling Dragon is well known for its seafood dishes. I would mention the bakes fish and fresh squid.
I always enjoy a visit the Smiling Dragon for a number of reasons. Please allow me to explain by mentioning some of them briefly.
4. Firstly, the food is of a good quality and well prepared. For example, they prepare only fresh fish, which they purchase at the fish market in Dalian.
5. Secondly, the waiting staff is always friendly, polite, and helpful. What I mean to say is that they will advise you on any specials on offer, and they tend to any need you may have swiftly and efficiently.
6. Thirdly, the restaurant is always spotlessly clean. Therefore, I never feel embarrassed to invite my family, friends, or foreigners to join me there for a meal.
7. Lastly, it is situated conveniently near the university, in a respectable neighborhood. That means that I am able to take my girlfriend there after dark, without fearing that we will be in danger on our way there and back.
PART 3
1. Do you like cooking?
No. As a matter of fact, I hate cooking. Allow me to explain myself by shortly mentioning the following points:
1a. Firstly, I believe that cooking is a waste of time.
1b. For instance, I prefer to get some fast food, and warm it up when I get home in the evenings.
2a. In addition, standing in the kitchen in front of hot stove is not my idea of a good time.
2b. I would, for example, much rather spend that time reading an interesting book, or looking at some web pages that I have not seen before.
3a. Lastly, I think that one really has to be interested in cooking to go to so much trouble.
3b. To be more specific, some people like to test out unknown dishe
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s. I have no problem with that, as long as they do not ask me to eat it.
2. What do you cook for your friends when they visit you?
Whatever they like most. Dumplings, seafood, vegetables, soup, etc. Sometimes fast food from the supermarket. Sometimes only snacks like nuts, biscuits, etc. Often I get them take-aways from KFC or MacDonalds.
3. Who usually does the cooking in a Chinese family?
The mother. Father and daughter may help out at times.
4. What are the advantages and disadvantages of fast food.
Advantages: Convenient, tasty, inexpensive, clean, good for the environment, usually enjoyed in a pleasant social setting (picnic).
Disadvantages: Unhealthy (junk food). Cooking skills of young woman are lost. Traditional dishes become unknown.
5. Why is fast food so popular?
Convenient, tasty, inexpensive, clean, good for the environment, usually enjoyed in a pleasant social setting (picnic).
6. What is canned food? Is it healthy?
Food that is packaged in tin cans. Not too unhealthy as long as the can is not opened, but it usually contains preservatives that can be unhealthy. Should be used in conjunction with fresh food.
7. Where do Chinese people go when they eat out?
Restaurants, fast food outlets.
8. What changes have taken place in Chinese eating habits in recent times?
More pre-prepared meals and fast food. Less traditional dishes are prepared. Meals are often taken in a rush.
。Describe an interesting building. You should say:
Where it is located.
What it looks like.
What services are provided?
Why you like it.
Thank you for the opportunity to speak to you. I am sure you will find my talk interesting and informative.
1. a) Of all the interesting buildings I have seen, the 305 meter tall Radio and TV Tower in Shenyang comes to mind.
b) It is located in the city center near the Government Square.
2. a) The design of the tower is that of a needle with a brood base.
b) Situated near the top is what, in my opinion, looks like a massive hamburger.
3. a) The primary function of the Tower is telecommunications.
b) Engineers use it to send telephone signals far and wide.
There are a couple of reasons why I find the TV Tower such a fascinating building. Allow me to explain by mentioning some of them briefly.
4. a) To start, the tower contains a revolving restaurant.
b) What I mean to say is that one can sit down for a meal while the view over the city is forever changing. It takes 45 minutes to complete one revolution.
5. a) Secondly, the engineering skills and technologies that were applied to build it are mind-boggling to me.
b) What I mean is that this fills me with a great sense of pride about&nbs
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p;my nation and my country.
6. a) Lastly, to me the tower is a symbol of the strength of the Chinese people.
b) For example, it has experienced many storms without being blown over.
7. So, in short, those are my views on an interesting building.
PART 3
1. What role do old and new buildings play in modern society?
I believe they both have a role to play, but I shall concentrate on old buildings. Allow me to explain my views by shortly mentioning the following points:
1a. Firstly, I believe that old buildings should be renovated and preserved whenever it is possible and practical.
1b. The entrance to Beiling Park is a good example. It has recently been renovated, and has now become a popular tourist attraction
2a. In addition, I think that old buildings are good examples of traditional Chinese architecture.
2b. For example, the Emperors tomb in Beiling Park. It clearly shows what the buildings during the Qing dynasty looked like.
3a. Lastly, I think that young people need to be shown what the buildings in previous generations looked like.
3b. This is an excellent way for them to keep in contact with the proud history of their nation.
2. What changes have taken place in architecture in the past two decades?
Much more modern and even daring. Designs have become more interesting, exciting, and functional. More effective building methods and materials are utilized. High-rise buildings are changing the character of cities.
3. Do you think it is necessary to protect old buildings?
Yes. They remind us of the past. Can be used in education. They are examples of traditional architecture. If lost, they cannot be replaced.
。Describe a kind of book you like. You should say:
What kind of books you like most.
What they are about.
Why you like them most.
What effects books brought on you?
Thank you for the opportunity to speak to you. I am sure you will find my talk interesting and informative.
1. a) Because I like reading widely, it is difficult for me to choose a specific type of book. I am sure you can appreciate my dilemma.
b) Anyway, I have always enjoyed reading autobiographies.
2. a) An autobiography is a book, which a person has written about his or her life.
b) For example, famous people write about their experiences throughout life.
There are several reasons as for why I would like to talk specifically about autobiographies. Allow me to explain by mentioning some of them briefly.
3. a) Firstly, I have been able to learn valuable lessons from the lives of others.
b) For example, the determination shown by people like Newton and Nobel has inspired me to persist with my studies.
4. a) Autobiographies can be very interesting and r
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evealing.
b) In the case of politicians, for example, we often find that they explain the reasons for actions that they took while in office.
5. So it is clear that I will keep or reading autobiographies in future.
PART 3
1. What is the difference between men and women when choosing what to read?
That’s an interesting / good / broad / tough question. Allow me to explain myself/my personal views by shortly mentioning the following points:
1a. Firstly, I believe that men like to read more technical details and articles.
1b. For instance, they would prefer to read non-fiction concerning their work or their hobbies.
2a. Secondly, I believe that women more often than not read with their personal entertainment and leisure in mind.
2b. For example, they would read novels and fiction more often than men.
3a. Lastly, I am of the opinion that both men and women read autobiographies, travel magazines, and so on.
3b. To be more specific, there is a lot of reading material in the market that would interest men as well as women.
2. What kind of books do children like reading?
Easy-to-read books like cartoons, comic strips (mainly produced in Japan), fairy tales, and western classics like Pinocchio, Little Red Riding Hood, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, and The Three Little Pigs.
3. What is the difference between reading and watching TV?
Reading: Books are portable. Person is more active in using imagination. Possible to refer back and make notes. Large quantities of information can be stored in a library.
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