Cambridge IELTS 7 Speaking Test- 1
Test I
Questions
PART I: Keeping in Contact with People
How do you usually contact your friends? Why?
Do you prefer to contact different people in different ways? Why?
Do you find it easy to keep in contact with friends and family? Why/Why not?
In your country, did people in the past keep in contact in the same ways as they do today? Why/Why not?
PART II: Describe a Party That You Enjoyed
You should say:
Whose party it was and what it was
Where the party was held and who went to it
What people did during the party
And explain what you enjoyed about this party
PART III: Discussion Topics
Family Parties
What are the main reasons why people organise family parties in your country?
In some places, people spend a lot of money on parties that celebrate special family events. Is this ever true in your country? Do you think this is a good trend or a bad trend?
Are there many differences between family parties and parties given by friends? Why do you think this is?
National Celebrations
What kinds of national celebration do you have in your country?
Who tends to enjoy national celebrations more: young people or old people? Why?
Why do you think some people think that national celebrations are a waste of government money? Would you agree or disagree with this view? Why?
Questions and Answers
PART I: Keeping in Contact with People
How do you usually contact your friends? Why?
I usually contact my friends through messaging apps and social media because it's quick and convenient. It allows us to share updates and photos easily, making it feel like we’re connected even when we can’t meet in person.
Do you prefer to contact different people in different ways? Why?
Yes, I do. For close friends, I prefer to use video calls or voice messages because it feels more personal. With acquaintances or people I don’t know as well, I tend to stick to texting or social media. Each method suits the nature of the relationship.
Do you find it easy to keep in contact with friends and family? Why/Why not?
I find it relatively easy to keep in contact with friends and family, mainly due to technology. However, sometimes busy schedules can make it challenging to find time for meaningful conversations, which I think is important for maintaining relationships.
In your country, did people in the past keep in contact in the same ways as they do today? Why/Why not?
In the past, people primarily relied on phone calls and letters to stay in touch. Today, with the rise of social media and instant messaging, communication has become faster and more accessible. I think this shift reflects changes in technology and lifestyle, making it easier to connect with others.
PART II: Describe a Party That You Enjoyed
One party I really enjoyed was my best friend’s birthday party last year. It was held at her house, and many of our close friends were invited, making it a fun gathering.
During the party, we played games, danced to our favorite songs, and enjoyed a delicious cake. There were also some fun activities, like a photo booth, where we took silly pictures together.
What I enjoyed the most was the atmosphere of joy and laughter. Being surrounded by friends, sharing stories, and creating new memories made it an unforgettable experience. It reminded me of how important it is to celebrate special moments with loved ones.
PART III: Discussion Topics
Family Parties
What are the main reasons why people organise family parties in your country?
People in my country often organise family parties to celebrate special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, or holidays. It’s a way to strengthen family bonds and enjoy quality time together, creating lasting memories.
In some places, people spend a lot of money on parties that celebrate special family events. Is this ever true in your country? Do you think this is a good trend or a bad trend?
Yes, it is true in my country, especially for weddings and milestone birthdays. While I think it’s nice to celebrate big events, I also believe that spending excessively can lead to financial stress. It’s essential to find a balance between celebration and practicality.
Are there many differences between family parties and parties given by friends? Why do you think this is?
Yes, there are differences. Family parties tend to be more formal and focused on traditions, while parties with friends are often more casual and spontaneous. This difference arises from the nature of the relationships, with family gatherings typically having more rituals and expectations.
National Celebrations
What kinds of national celebration do you have in your country?
We have several national celebrations, such as Independence Day, which includes parades, fireworks, and cultural performances. Other celebrations might include national holidays that honor important historical events or figures.
Who tends to enjoy national celebrations more: young people or old people? Why?
I think young people generally enjoy national celebrations more because they often involve festivities, music, and social gatherings. However, older generations also appreciate these events as they are rooted in cultural traditions and history, which they cherish.
Why do you think some people think that national celebrations are a waste of government money? Would you agree or disagree with this view? Why?
Some people view national celebrations as a waste of money because they believe funds could be better allocated to social services or infrastructure. While I understand this perspective, I think national celebrations play a vital role in fostering unity and national pride, which are important for a healthy society.
Vocabulary
words/expressions from the text, with meanings in English and Bangla, and examples.
sentences.
Word/Expression | Meaning (English) | Meaning (Bangla) | Example |
Messaging apps | Applications used for sending messages | মেসেজিং অ্যাপস | "I usually contact my friends through messaging apps like WhatsApp." |
Social media | Online platforms for sharing content and connecting people | সোশ্যাল মিডিয়া | "Social media allows us to share updates and photos easily." |
Connected | Having a sense of communication and relationship | যুক্ত থাকা | "It makes us feel connected even when we can’t meet in person." |
Video calls | Real-time audio and visual communication through the internet | ভিডিও কল | "I prefer using video calls for close friends because it feels more personal." |
Acquaintances | People one knows casually | পরিচিতজন | "With acquaintances, I tend to stick to texting or social media." |
Meaningful conversations | Discussions that are significant and valuable | অর্থপূর্ণ আলোচনা | "I think meaningful conversations are important for maintaining relationships." |
Primarily | Mainly or mostly | প্রধানত | "In the past, people primarily relied on phone calls to stay in touch." |
Instant messaging | Real-time text communication | ইনস্ট্যান্ট মেসেজিং | "Today, instant messaging has made communication faster and more accessible." |
Rise | An increase or growth | উত্থান | "The rise of social media has transformed how we communicate." |
Delicious cake | A cake that tastes very good | সুস্বাদু কেক | "We enjoyed a delicious cake at my friend's birthday party." |
Fun activities | Enjoyable things to do | মজার কার্যক্রম | "There were fun activities, like a photo booth, at the party." |
Atmosphere | The mood or feeling in a place | পরিবেশ | "The atmosphere of joy and laughter made the party unforgettable." |
Strengthen | To make something stronger | শক্তিশালী করা | "Family parties help strengthen family bonds." |
Quality time | Time spent in a meaningful way with loved ones | মানসম্পন্ন সময় | "Family gatherings allow us to enjoy quality time together." |
Milestone | A significant event or stage in a process | মাইলস্টোন | "People often spend a lot on milestone birthdays." |
Financial stress | Economic strain or pressure | আর্থিক চাপ | "Excessive spending on celebrations can lead to financial stress." |
Balance | A state of equilibrium or fairness | ভারসাম্য | "It’s essential to find a balance between celebration and practicality." |
Formal | Following established customs and rules | আনুষ্ঠানিক | "Family parties tend to be more formal and focused on traditions." |
Traditions | Customs or practices passed down through generations | ঐতিহ্য | "Family parties are often centered around traditions." |
Casual | Relaxed and informal | অপ্রাতিষ্ঠানিক | "Parties with friends are usually more casual and spontaneous." |
Festivities | Celebrations or events | উৎসব | "National celebrations often involve festivities and social gatherings." |
Cultural performances | Shows that display cultural heritage | সাংস্কৃতিক প্রদর্শনী | "Independence Day includes parades, fireworks, and cultural performances." |
Cherish | To hold something dear and value it | মুল্যবান মনে করা | "Older generations cherish national celebrations as they are rooted in cultural traditions." |
Unity | The state of being united or together | ঐক্য | "National celebrations play a vital role in fostering unity and national pride." |
National pride | A feeling of satisfaction and joy in one’s country | জাতীয় গৌরব | "National celebrations help boost national pride." |
Allocate | To distribute resources or duties | বরাদ্দ করা | "Some people think funds could be better allocated to social services." |
View | A personal opinion or judgment | দৃষ্টিভঙ্গি | "Some people have a negative view of national celebrations as a waste of money." |
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