Books & Reading (2)
Part 1 (4-5 minutes)
Directions: Answer naturally and directly. Aim for 2-3 sentences per answer.
- Topic: Your Home
- Do you live in a house or an apartment?
- Do you have many books in your home?
- What is your favorite place to read at home?
- Topic: Reading Habits
- How often do you read for pleasure?
- Do you prefer fiction or non-fiction books?
- Has your taste in books changed as you’ve grown older?
- Topic: E-books
- Do you prefer reading physical books or e-books?
- What are the advantages of e-books?
- Do you think physical books will disappear in the future?
Part 2 (3-4 minutes)
Directions: You have 1 minute to prepare and should speak for 1-2 minutes.
👉 Describe a book that had a major influence on you.
You should say:
- What the book is called and who wrote it
- What the book is about
- When you read it
and explain how this book influenced you.
Part 3 (4-5 minutes)
Directions: Discuss the broader themes. Give extended answers (4-6 sentences).
- Why are some books considered classics while others are forgotten?
- How has technology changed reading habits?
- What are the benefits of reading paper books compared to e-books?
- Why do some people prefer watching movie adaptations rather than reading books?
- Do you think reading will remain popular in the future?