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Watches. Vocabulary. In someone’s possession: if something is in someone’s possession, they have it. Hometown. ==> Band 9.0 Sample Answer
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Watches
1. Do you like to wear watches?
Well, I am more a cosmetics girl than clothing and accessories, hence, there are not many watches and jewelries in my possession. However, I have nothing against wearing a beautiful piece of art on my wrist and do own a few exclusive timepieces which suit perfectly with my clothing on some special occasions, giving me a sense of identity and uniqueness.
Vocabulary
In someone’s possession: if something is in someone’s possession, they have it
Have nothing against: to dislike or not approve of someone or something for a particular reason
On (special) occasions: from time to time; now and then
2. Why do people like expensive watches?
Just like any other accessories, the more luxurious a timepiece looks, the higher social status the owner may hold. Watches are widely used by either gender and one of the visual indicators presenting how professional, smart and attractive a person is. Therefore, if one wants to be acknowledged and taken seriously, he/she will prefer a high-end watch rather than a collection of low-end ones.
Vocabulary
Timepiece (n): a clock or watch
Social status (n): a person’s standing or importance in relation to other people within a society
Indicator (n): a sign that shows you what something is like or how a situation is changing
Acknowledge (n): to accept that somebody/something has a particular authority or status
High-end (a): expensive and of high quality
Low-end (a): at the cheaper end of a range of similar products
Hometown
1. What’s (the name of) your hometown?
My hometown is ABC city where is located in the South of [your country]. It takes a 2 hour drive from here.
2. Is that a big city or a small place?
Well, my hometown is a medium city with roughly 15 wards. The booming population and economy have turned it into a promising land for many investors.
3. Please describe your hometown a little?
There are two words to describe my hometown, which are natural and dynamic. It has picturesque scenery of mountains and beaches. On the other side of the coin, its industry is growing fast; and a lot of industrial zones are being built there.
4. How long have you been living there?
I had spent a happy childhood in my hometown for 18 years until I left for study at university. It’s 5 years since the day I left, but the memory of my hometown is always in my mind.
5. What do you like (most) about your hometown?
I think it’s a peaceful and tranquil place, which always gives me peace of mind. The people in my hometown also have a strong sense of community. They live close together and always give others a hand when they are in need.
6. Do you think you will continue living there for a long time?
I think I will definitely go back to my hometown, find a job and settle down there, because I love my hometown so much and it is also a safe, peaceful and worth-living place.
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7. What do visitors like to go in your hometown?
I think most of them like to go to historical sites and the beautiful sunny beaches. Going there, they can learn more about our fascinating history and colorful culture or have a whale of time on the beach with crystal clear sky and turquoise sea.
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House/Accommodation
1. Do you live in a house or an apartment?
I live in a terraced house that has a living room, a kitchen, three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a lovely back garden. It’s not really a spacious house, but it’s just right for me and my family.
2. Do you usually spend time with your family?
We often spend quality time together on eating well-prepared meals by my mother, talking with each other while enjoying our favorite delicious foods. It’s a precious time when we can momentarily get away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
4. What do your family usually do together?
My family often gathers around the table enjoying a cozy meal together, communicating and sometimes busting into laughter because of my father’s humorous stories. We’re also particularly into family game nights, when we huddle together to play cards or other family favorites.
5. Do you like it?
3. Does your family like it?
4. How would you change your apartment or house?
5. How long have you lived there?
6. Do you live with your family?
7. Do you want to live by yourself in the future?
8. Do you enjoy living with your family?
9. Is the transport around your home convenient?
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Newspapers and magazines
1. Do you often read newspapers?
Yes, I read the newspaper everyday to keep up to date with the latest news and see what the hottest topic of the day is. I’ve been in the habit of doing this for a long time.
2. Do you prefer to read local news or international news?
Well, I suppose that I prefer/have an inclination towards international news, especially news about relationships among countries around the world. This is probably because I really care about diplomatic issues and want to keep track of what’s happening outside my country.
3. Which is more popular where you live, newspapers or magazines?
Well, I think that people read newspapers more often than magazines, normally because newspapers provide information that is relatively easy to understand for almost everyone. On the other hand, magazines contain longer articles and specifically focus on a particular topic which may be quite difficult or unfamiliar to some readers.
4. Do many people today read newspapers?
I guess… yes, maybe. Because every morning when I go to my office, I can see many people reading the daily newspapers at pavement café s. However, I think nowadays people are tending to gradually change their habits and accessing the latest news online.
5. In the future, do you think more people than today will read magazines, or fewer people?
I’m not really sure about this, but I suppose that there will be fewer people reading magazines in the future. It’s probably because nowadays there are various sources of information, so people can search if they want to find knowledge of any field, especially on the Internet… it’s easier and cheaper. Maybe in the future perhaps specialists will be the only ones who read the magazines which relate to their own particular fields.
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6. Do you think newspapers will be very important to you in the future?
Well, honestly, I haven’t ever thought about that before, but I love my routine of reading newspapers while drinking coffee every morning, it’s completely relaxing. So I’ll try to keep reading newspapers as a regular habit as long as possible.
7. Do you prefer getting news online or from the newspaper?
8. How often do you talk about news with your friends?
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