Family & Friends
Part 1 (4-5 minutes)
Directions: Answer naturally and directly. Aim for 2-3 sentences per answer.
- Topic: Work or Studies
- Do you work or are you a student?
- What do you like most about your work/studies?
- What is the most difficult part of your work/studies?
- Topic: Family
- How much time do you spend with your family?
- What do you and your family like to do together?
- Who are you closest to in your family?
- Topic: Friends
- How do you usually make new friends?
- Do you prefer to have a few close friends or many casual friends?
- How do you stay in touch with friends who live far away?
Part 2 (3-4 minutes)
Directions: You have 1 minute to prepare and should speak for 1-2 minutes.
👉 Describe a person in your family who you admire.
You should say:
- Who this person is
- What they are like
- What they have done in their life
and explain why you admire them.
Part 3 (4-5 minutes)
Directions: Discuss the broader themes. Give extended answers (4-6 sentences).
- How has the role of the family changed in the last few decades?
- Why are friends often so important in a person’s life?
- In what ways can friends influence a person’s behavior?
- Do you think modern technology has made friendships stronger or weaker?
- What are the most important qualities for a strong friendship?