Cambridge IELTS 14 Speaking Test-1 with Answer

Cambridge IELTS 14 Speaking Test- 1

PART 1: Future

1. What job would you like to have ten years from now? Why?

2. How useful will English be for your future? Why/Why not?

3. How much traveling do you hope to do in the future? Why/Why not?

4. How do you think your life will change in the future? Why/Why not?

PART II: Describe a Book That You Enjoyed Reading Because You Had to Think a Lot

You should say:

• What this book was

• Why you decided to read it

• What reading this book made you think about

• And explain why you enjoyed reading this book.

PART III: Discussion Topics

Children and Reading

1. What are the most popular types of children's books in your country?

2. What are the benefits of parents reading books to their children?

3. Should parents always let children choose the books they read?

Electronic Books

1. How popular are electronic books in your country?

2. What are the advantages of parents reading electronic books compared to printed books?

3. Will electronic books ever completely replace printed books in the future?

   
   
   
   

Questions and Answers

PART 1: Future

1. What job would you like to have ten years from now? Why?

   
   

   In ten years, I would like to be a teacher. I have always enjoyed sharing knowledge and helping others learn. Teaching allows me to make a positive impact on students’ lives and contribute to their growth.

2. How useful will English be for your future? Why/Why not?

   
   

   English will be very useful for my future because it is a global language. It opens up many opportunities for communication, travel, and career advancement. Being proficient in English will allow me to connect with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

3. How much traveling do you hope to do in the future? Why/Why not?

   
   

   I hope to travel a lot in the future. Exploring new places, experiencing different cultures, and meeting new people are all very appealing to me. Traveling broadens my perspective and allows me to learn outside of the classroom.

4. How do you think your life will change in the future? Why/Why not?

   
   

   I believe my life will change significantly in the future as I will gain more independence and responsibility. I expect to complete my education, start a career, and perhaps have my own family. These changes will help me grow and develop as a person.

PART II: Describe a Book That You Enjoyed Reading Because You Had to Think a Lot

One book that I enjoyed reading is "1984" by George Orwell. I decided to read it because I had heard a lot about its themes related to totalitarianism and surveillance, which intrigued me.

Reading this book made me think about the importance of freedom, privacy, and the impact of government control on society. The dystopian setting pushed me to reflect on current events and how they relate to the themes of the book.

I enjoyed reading "1984" because it challenged my thinking and made me question the world around me. The writing was thought-provoking, and it sparked deep discussions with friends about its relevance today.

PART III: Discussion Topics

Children and Reading

1. What are the most popular types of children's books in your country?

   
   

   In my country, picture books and fantasy novels are among the most popular types of children's books. Picture books engage younger children with colorful illustrations, while fantasy novels inspire imagination in older kids.

2. What are the benefits of parents reading books to their children?

   
   

   Parents reading to their children helps develop language skills, promotes bonding, and encourages a love for reading from a young age. It also stimulates imagination and enhances cognitive development.

3. Should parents always let children choose the books they read?

   
   

   While it’s important for children to have some choice in their reading material, parents should also guide them towards books that are age-appropriate and enriching. A balance between choice and guidance can help foster a lifelong love for reading.

Electronic Books

1. How popular are electronic books in your country?

   
   

   Electronic books are becoming increasingly popular in my country, especially among young people. The convenience of reading on devices and the wide selection of e-books available online contribute to their popularity.

2. What are the advantages of parents reading electronic books compared to printed books?

   
   

   One advantage of electronic books is their accessibility; parents can easily find a variety of titles online. E-books also allow for adjustable text sizes, making them more suitable for children with visual impairments. Additionally, they often come with interactive features that can enhance the reading experience.

3. Will electronic books ever completely replace printed books in the future?

   
   

   While electronic books offer many benefits, I don’t think they will completely replace printed books. Many people still enjoy the tactile experience of holding a physical book and the nostalgia that comes with it. There will likely always be a market for printed books alongside electronic ones.

   
   

Vocabulary

words/expressions from the text, with meanings in English and Bangla, and examples.

sentences:

Word/Expression	Meaning (English)	Meaning (Bangla)	Example
Teacher	A person who educates students in a school or similar setting	শিক্ষক	"In ten years, I would like to be a teacher and help students learn."
Knowledge	Information, understanding, or skills acquired through experience or education	জ্ঞান	"I enjoy sharing knowledge with others."
Positive impact	A beneficial effect on someone or something	ইতিবাচক প্রভাব	"Teaching allows me to make a positive impact on students' lives."
Global language	A language that is widely spoken and understood around the world	বৈশ্বিক ভাষা	"English is considered a global language."
Proficient	Competent or skilled in a particular area	দক্ষ	"Being proficient in English will open up many opportunities."
Perspective	A particular attitude toward or way of regarding something	দৃষ্টিভঙ্গি	"Traveling broadens my perspective on different cultures."
Independence	The state of being free from outside control	স্বাধীনতা	"I will gain more independence as I grow older."
Responsibility	The state or fact of having a duty to deal with something	দায়িত্ব	"I will take on more responsibility as I start my career."
Dystopian	Relating to an imagined society that is undesirable or frightening	অন্ধকারময়	"The dystopian setting of '1984' made me reflect on current events."
Surveillance	Close observation, especially of a suspected spy or criminal	নজরদারি	"The themes of surveillance in '1984' intrigued me."
Government control	Authority exercised by a governing body	সরকারের নিয়ন্ত্রণ	"The impact of government control on society is a central theme in '1984'."
Thought-provoking	Stimulating careful consideration or attention	চিন্তার উদ্রেককারী	"The writing in '1984' was very thought-provoking."
Fantasy novels	Books that contain magical or fantastical elements	কল্পনা উপন্যাস	"Fantasy novels inspire imagination in older kids."
Cognitive development	The growth and change in intellectual capabilities	জ্ঞানীয় উন্নয়ন	"Reading stimulates imagination and enhances cognitive development."
Age-appropriate	Suitable for a certain age group	বয়স উপযোগী	"Parents should guide children toward age-appropriate books."
Enriching	Providing a lot of valuable knowledge or experience	সমৃদ্ধকর	"Parents should guide children toward enriching books."
Electronic books	Digital versions of printed books	ইলেকট্রনিক বই	"Electronic books are becoming increasingly popular among young people."
Accessibility	The quality of being easy to obtain or use	প্রবেশাধিকার	"One advantage of electronic books is their accessibility."
Interactive features	Elements that allow readers to engage actively with the content	ইন্টারেক্টিভ বৈশিষ্ট্য	"E-books often come with interactive features that enhance the reading experience."
Tactile experience	Relating to the sense of touch	স্পর্শগত অভিজ্ঞতা	"Many people enjoy the tactile experience of holding a physical book."
Nostalgia	A sentimental longing for the past	স্মৃতিবিজড়িত	"The nostalgia of reading printed books adds to their appeal."
Market	A place or arena for buying and selling	বাজার	"There will always be a market for printed books alongside electronic ones."
Balance	A condition in which different elements are equal or in the correct proportions	সুষমতা	"A balance between choice and guidance can foster a love for reading."