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GoAbroad IELTS

要求

每个小问平均20-30s，2-3个长句子
第一句开门见山
2点拓展，拓展可讲原因可举例

Education

monolingual
bilinguai
trilingual
accent
dialect
native speaker
Mandarin Chinese
Cantonese
put into practical use
consolidate

How are languages taught and learned in your school?

English is one of our compulsory sujects, so we spend quite a lot of time studying it.
We learned English grammar rules in school and were tested on them.
However, our rote memorisation of grammar rules cannot always be put into practical use.

Education:Science/Our space and stars

natural sciences:physics, chemistry, biology, social sciences, economics, psychology, sociology, history, politics
galaxy
astronomy
the universe
challenging but rewarding

Do you like watching science TV program? Are you interested in films concerning outer space and stars?

Absolutely
I always have a blast on TV/movie nights with mu cousin who’s also a sci-fi fan.
Once in a while, we put on these graphic tees featuring starships from the movie Star Wars, order some popcorn and coke and watch some classic documentaries/sci-fi flicks together.

Education:E-books and paper books

highlight
sticky notes
flip through the pages
swipe through articles online
curl up in my bed and read

Which do you prefer, e-books or paper books?

It depends on the type of book I read.
If it’s a textbook, I really need to consolidate the knowledge by highlighting and putting sticky notes in the book, as well as flipping through them from time to time.
However, if it’s a novel, especially those online novels, I would rather download a copy online and delete it afer reading it.

routines:Morning routines/Breakfast/Staying up

night owl
early bird
lie in a bit
develop a healthy and productive routine
alert
groggy
grab a bite
have some caffeine to start my day

What is your moring routine?What do you do in the morning?

There are a bunch of things I do after I get up.
The fitst thing I do, after I get out of bed, is wash my face and brush my teeth so I can feel refreshed.
After that, I go out for a run in the park which is just a stone’s throw away from my home to recharge my batteries.

Relaxation:Weekends/Holidays

shcedule
agenda
prioritise
work-life balance
time management
workaholic
make the most of every minute
recharge and unwind
escape the ordinary

What do you usually do on weekends?What do you do on holidays?

My days off are for me to recharge and unwind.
From time to time, I hang out with my friends and discover some secret corners in the city, trying out menus in newly opened resaurants or cafe.
Apart from that, I enjoy curling in my cozy bed while watching some TV series and see it as a way for me to escape reality and find some peace.

Personal Development: Challenges

tough
physically demanding
mentally demanding
challenging but rewarding
step out of the comfort zone
ride out hte storm
become a better version of myself

Do you like to challenge yourself?

Actually,yes
Stepping out of our comfor zone can be intimidating, but it can also be hightly rewarding.
I mean, I can push my boundaries and test my limits. It’s through challenges that I grow and learn about myself.

Personal Development: Life stages/Childhood memory

childhood
adolescence
adulthood
middle age
senior years
transition
milestones
remind sb of sth

What did you often do with your friends in your childhood? What did you enjoy doing as a child?

Well, I often played badminton in the park, which is just a stone’s throw away from my home. We always had a blast.
Apart from that, we usually curled up on our cozy sofa in one of our places, while watching our favourite reality show and eating snacks.

Health&food: Doing sports

jogging
warm-up
lead a healthy lifestydle
lose/gain weight
stay in shape
boost our mood
improve our cardiovascular health
recharge and unwind
left off steam

What sports do you like

There are a bunch of sports that I’m keen on.
but the one that comes to the top of my list is definitely running, especially in the park, which is just a stone’s throw away from my home.
When I run, I can feel the fresh breeze and bathe in the sunlight.

Health&food: Chocolate/Cakes

I have a sweet tooth
I’m addicted to…
I have a strong cravings for…
I have no self-control when it comes to…

Do you like to eat cakes or other sweet foods? Do you like eating chocolate?

Absolutely, as someone who has a huge sweet tooth, I’m having a hard time controlling myself.
To tell you the truth, whenever I pass a bakery, I would buy some desserts(in chocolate flavour).
Sometimes I even do that on my way back home from yoga lessons. I feel like all my money and effort on yoga have gone to waste.

Arts

classical art
modern art
visual art
performance art
painting
sculpture
photography
musicals
abstract
traditional Chinese elements

Do you like modern art or traditional art?

I don’t have a personal interest in these.
I appreciate the classical beauty of paintings from the Renaissance era, and I feel a sense of Zen in conventional Chinese art.
As for modern art, it is sometimes too abstract to me, but on the other hand, it can be experimental and thought-provoking.

Modern lifestydles: Starying at home/Feeling bored

monotonous/dull/tedious/not challenged/not engaged/repetitive tasks/kill time/recharge and unwind/let off steam

Are you a person who likes to stay at home?

Generally, yes.
My home is so cozy and specious that I can do anything I want, like following the moves of an acrobatic dance live stream in my living room.
However, I do need to go out to fell the fresh air and experience the ethusiasm of the crowed every day.

Entertainment:Happy things/exciting activities/Singing

pleasant
delighted
elated
bring me joy
put a smile on my face
hold a special place in my heart
over the moon
have a blast
recharge and unwind
a lively beat
a soothing melody

What do you think will make you fell happy in the future?

It will definitely put a smile on my face if I can pass the IELTS exams with flying colours and receive the offer from my dream school.
After graduation, if I can find a job in the field I’m passionate about, I will also be elated.

Entertainment:Vedio games

digital game
live-stream gaming
have a whale of a time
let off steam
addicted
zone out afer work by getting lost in the virtual world

Do you play video game?

Certainly, I mean, who doesn’t like video games?
There is nothing better than digital games to make me feel more recharged.
In fact, I own a Nintendo Switch, which is a portable console. Though it cost me an arm and a leg to buy it and the games on it, it’s totally worth it.

Qualities & Values

generous
generosity
selfless
selflessness
lend a hand
give a helping hand
be a shoulder to lean on
give someone a leg up

Did your parents help you a lot when you were young?

Yes, they have always been there for me and had my back,
whether it’s helping me with homework, listening to my problems, or providing financial assistance when needed.
Their support has made a significant impact on my life, and I am grateful for all that they have done for me.

Items: key/Pen&Pencil

keychain
electronic key
smart security application
fingerprint doorlock
slip one’s mind
avoid the hassle
electronics
go paperless

Have you ever lost your keys?

Oh, totally! There was a time years ago when I still used keys, I went to the restaurant and put my keys on the seat.
However, when I left, it just compelely slipped my mind. So after that, I developed a habit of checking, so I could avoid the hassle.

Abstract Things: Numbers/Colours

a warm/light/deep/bright hue/tone/shade
orange: enthusiasm&warmth&excitement
grey: gloomy&depressing
calculation
caculator
formula

What’s the colour you dislike?

I’d say it’s grey cause it can be periceived as boring and full.
Also, it always gives me a gloomy or depressing vibe.
but it can be considered elegant when it’s used in the right setting. I mean, grey is a classic colour that never goes out of stydle.

Nature&Environment: Plants/Flowers

a potted plant
succulent
aloe vera
fresh-cut flower: rose ,lily ,tulip ,carnation
wrapped bouquet
a bouquet
a bouquet of flowers

Do Chinese people send plants as gifts?

Yeah, and I guess it’s because plants symbolise hope.
However, I don’t usually see people sending potted plants. Maybe that’s because they take a long time to maintain.
Wrapped bouquets are a more common option, especially a bouquet of roses on Valentine’s Day and a bouquet of carnations on Mother’s Day.

Nature&Environment: Weather

freezing cold
scorching hot
chilly
humid
muggy
mild
pleasant
refreshing
storm
thunderstorm
heavy down pour
drizzle
hurricane
gale
drought
flood

Do you prefer cold or hot weather?

I’m more into hot weather. As long as it’s not scorthing hot, I think I can deal with that.
However, in freezing cold weather, I don’t want to even step out of the door, so I’m not fond of that weather at all.

packed
jammed
crammed
overcrowded
busy areas
thriving places
bustling spots
vibrant
diverse
feel the enthusiasm of the crowded
it gets under my skin
overwhelming
stressful

Do you like crowded place?

Most of the time, it gets under my skin being somewhere jammed with people.
Sometimes I just wanna escape the hustle and bustle of the city and visit the pictureque coutryside.
However, every now and then, I miss the enthusiasm of the crowded and go to a park to socialise with people.

Public Facilities: Libraries

resources
academic journals
original newspaper
literature
encyclopedia
e-books
electronic resources
bookworm
immerse in the sea of knowledge

Do you often go to the library

Definitely.
Our school is equipped with a large library and it was built within 10 years so it’s really advanced with roomy study areas.
It’s such an enjoyable experience to curl up in one of those sofas or corners under the bookshelves to immerse myself in the sea of knowledge.

Money:Money

make ends meet
beyond my budget
a good deal
a good bargain
affordable
Money doesn’t grow on trees
A penny saved is penny earned

How do you save money

Well,my approach is pretty striaghtforward.
I downloaded this budgetting app and track every expense I make each day.
Plus,I set a monthly budget. Though I can’t stick to it most of the time, it’s still better than nothing.

Consumerism:Shopping/Small business

bargain
beyond my budget
Money doesn’t grow on trees
A penny saed is a penny earned
make decisions
make up one’s mind
shopping mall
chain store
street market
mom-and-pop restaurant
shop
food booth

Do you compare prices when you shop?Why?

For sure.
As they say, ‘A penny saved is a penny earned.’, so I always make sure I’m getting the best possible deal and I’m getting good value for my money.
Especially nowadays, most of the time I shop online, so I can just switch between apps and put in keywords, and I can easily see the prices.

Consumerism:Advertisement

promoting products
branding
a catchy slogan
targeting audience
influencers(sponsorship/be sponsored by)
go viral on the internet
think outside the box

Do you like advertisement?

Absolutely not, apart from the ones that are creative and think outside the box, I can’t bear most of them.
You know, people in the ads are usually talking really loudly, which just totally rubs the wrong way.
Also, they pop out everywhere, on a website, in an app, or in the middle of a video.

Clothing&Fashion: Jewelry/Sunglasses

accessories
gold
silver
copper
nacklace
ring
earring
classical beauty
showcase extravagant lifestyle
nearsighted glasses
contact lenses

What type of jewelry of you like?

Though I’m not keen on jewellery, if have to pick one type, it would be pearls.
My mom has a necklace that was very in in the 90s, which is luxurious and nostalgic.
I may borrow it from my mom if I have to attend something formal and I’ll match it with a gown.

Clothing&Fashion: T-shirt

tank top
dresses
jeans
trousers
shorts
skirts
graphic tees
limited edition T-shirts
custom logo T-shirts
canvas tote bag
fashionable
stylish

Do you think older people who wear T-shirts are fashionable?

The depends on how they match with other clothes
Many old men tuck their T-shirts into their leather belts. It’s such a disater.
I learned on social media that we can do a Frentch tuck, which means we tuck in the front of the shirt while leaving the back loose so it can make people look slimmer.

Traditions&Cultures: Birthdays/Holidays

throw a party
birthday wish
birthday boy/girl
cherished memories
my loved ones
have a blast
recharge and unwind
all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy

Do you like holidays?Why?

Absolutely. Who doesn’t?
As they say, ‘all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.’
After all the work and studies, I really appreciate my days off for me to take my mind off my tedious daily routine and to recharge.

Media:News/Celebrity news

social events
political matters
pilitical figures
gossips
rumours
trending topic
posts
gain fam
a household name
make headlines
be under the spotlight

Are you interested in the enws?

Yes, I pay a lot of attention to domestic social events and international political matters.
Being aware of what’s happening around the world gives me **a sense of security **and I can learn a lot from the news.
Also, one of my guilty pleasures is following the gossip of celebrities, like who married whom or who got divorced.

Internet:Internet/Social Media

log in
sign up
account
influencer
go viral
make headlines
surfing the web
having hte world at your fingertips

yeah,definitely.
But to be honest, I’m trying to avoid wasting too much time on that, but I find it difficult to control.
We really can’t live without it nowdays. If I don’t go on social media/go online, I literally know nothing that happens around me, and that’s a super scary thing to imageine.

Laughing

humour
humorous
crack sb. up
laught out loud
smile
chuckle
have a blast
brings me joy
delighted
elated

Do you always laught at funny things?

It depends
Most of the time, I don’t laugh out loud, and I might just smile or chuckle.
And other times, if I’m not in the right mood or if the humour just simply doesn’t match my style, I might not laugh at all, even if others do.

Fishing

fishing rod
fishing reel
fishing line
hook
bait
seafood
grilled
smoked
omega-3
tranquil
serene
patience

Do you like eating fishing?

Yes, because I was born and raised in a coastal city where it’s a major part of our diet.
You know, fish is not only a healthy source of protein, but can also be cooked in various ways.
Some of my favourite fish dishes include grilled salmon and sushi.

Meet new friends/people

social circle
confort zone
bonding
introvert(ed)
extrovert
have sth/nothing in common
language exchange

Do you like making friends?

Yes,definitely!
It’s just a way for me to juice up my life, you know, to see what others are doing in their lives and to know a different kind of lifestyle.
Or else I’ll just stay in my confort zone and it’s super boring.

Teachers

role model
set a good example
inpsire
impart wisdom
shape young minds
create a positive learning environment

In what way has your favourite tacher helped you?

Just like the old saying goes, “Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach him how to fish adn you feed him for a lifetime.”
My English teacher in college taught me mang efficient and fun ways to learn English instead of just letting me do rote memorisation

Teamwork

cooperate
collaborae
compromise
collective effort
brainstorming
be all in the same boat
be on the same page

What do you dislike about teamwork?

If someone isn’t cooperative, it can slow everyone down.
Plus, I have to compromise if I want to be on the same page with the rest of the group.
But if I could do all the work on my own, I’d be able to do things my way.

Bikes

bicycle
tricycle
electric scooters
bike-sharing services
balance
run some errands
side lanes

Are bikes popular in China?

Yeah, especially in big cities.
You see a lot of people using bike-sharing services to get around, which is a great way to avoid traffic.
In Beijing, the main roads often have these side lanes to make it easier for people to ride bicycle and electric scooters.

Good view

cityscape
skyscrapers
concrete jungle
hustle and bustle
natural scenery
picturesque
serene/tranquil : quiet的高级
idyllic

What is the view like around the place where you live?

I live in the city centre which is just a stone’s throw away from the train station, so it doesn’t have much of a natural scenery.
But it does offer a stunning cityscape at night, with marvellous skyscrapers.

Roads and streest

traffic congestion
traffic jam
peak hours
rush hours
high-speed railway
zebra crossing
pedestrian
bumpy road

Which means of transport is convenint

It depends on where you go.
If we commute to work, subways are definitely the best choice since there’s no traffic jam and there are stations directly to CBD.
However, if it’s for traveling around in China, the high-speed railway is the best option as it’s fast and modern.

Places of work/study

productive
procrastinate
eliminate distractions
cozy environment
immerse oneself in the sea of knowledge

Do you prefer to study at home or in a library? Do you prefer to work at home or in the workplace?

Definitely in a library.
Because my home is too cozy and I would fall asleep or get distracted by something else.
But when I’m in a library, I can finish things faster and not procrastinate.