Cambridge IELTS 7 Speaking Test- 2
Questions
PART I: Laughing
What kinds of things make you laugh?
Do you like making other people laugh? Why/Why not?
Do you think it's important for people to laugh? Why/Why not?
Is laughing the same as feeling happy, do you think? Why/Why not?
PART II: Describe an Idea You Had for Improving Something at Work or College
You should say:
When and where you had your idea
What your idea was
Who you told about your idea
And explain why you thought your idea would make an improvement
PART III: Discussion Topics
Ideas and Education
Some people think that education should be about memorising the important ideas of the past. Do you agree or disagree? Why?
Should education encourage students to have their own new ideas? Why?
How do you think teachers could help students to develop and share their own ideas?
Ideas in the Workplace
Should employers encourage their workers to have new ideas about improving the company? Why?
Do you think people sometimes dislike ideas just because they are new? Why?
What is more difficult: having new ideas or putting them into practice? Which is more important for a successful company?
Questions and Answers
PART I: Laughing
What kinds of things make you laugh?
I often laugh at funny movies, jokes, or silly situations. My friends have a great sense of humor, and their stories usually make me laugh, especially when they share embarrassing moments or hilarious experiences.
Do you like making other people laugh? Why/Why not?
Yes, I enjoy making others laugh because it creates a positive atmosphere. Seeing someone smile or burst into laughter brings me joy and makes social interactions more enjoyable. It’s a nice way to connect with people.
Do you think it's important for people to laugh? Why/Why not?
I believe it's essential for people to laugh because laughter can relieve stress and improve overall well-being. It helps foster connections between people and can lighten the mood during tough times.
Is laughing the same as feeling happy, do you think? Why/Why not?
Not necessarily. While laughter often accompanies happiness, people can laugh for various reasons, such as nervousness or even sarcasm. So, although laughter can indicate happiness, it doesn’t always mean someone is genuinely happy.
PART II: Describe an Idea You Had for Improving Something at Work or College
An idea I had for improving my college experience was to create a peer tutoring program. I came up with this idea during my first semester while studying at the library, where I noticed many students struggling with different subjects.
The program would pair students who excel in a particular subject with those who need help. I shared my idea with a couple of friends and then pitched it to our student council.
I thought this idea would improve our college because it fosters a supportive learning environment. It allows students to help one another, making it easier to understand challenging topics while also strengthening friendships. Additionally, it promotes collaboration and enhances academic performance.
PART III: Discussion Topics
Ideas and Education
Some people think that education should be about memorising the important ideas of the past. Do you agree or disagree? Why?
I disagree. While understanding historical ideas is important, education should also encourage critical thinking and innovation. Students should learn to analyze and question information rather than just memorise it.
Should education encourage students to have their own new ideas? Why?
Absolutely. Encouraging students to have their own ideas fosters creativity and problem-solving skills. It prepares them for real-world challenges and helps them become independent thinkers who can contribute positively to society.
How do you think teachers could help students to develop and share their own ideas?
Teachers can create a supportive classroom environment that values open discussion and brainstorming. They could also incorporate group projects, encourage questions, and provide opportunities for students to present their ideas.
Ideas in the Workplace
Should employers encourage their workers to have new ideas about improving the company? Why?
Yes, employers should encourage new ideas as they can lead to innovation and improvements in efficiency. When employees feel valued for their input, it boosts morale and engagement, leading to a more dynamic workplace.
Do you think people sometimes dislike ideas just because they are new? Why?
Yes, some people resist new ideas because they are comfortable with the status quo. They might fear change or doubt the effectiveness of new approaches, which can hinder progress.
What is more difficult: having new ideas or putting them into practice? Which is more important for a successful company?
While generating new ideas can be challenging, implementing them is often more difficult due to various factors like resources, resistance to change, and logistics. Both aspects are crucial for a company’s success, but I believe execution is more important, as a great idea without proper implementation won’t yield results.
Vocabulary
words/expressions from the text, with meanings in English and Bangla, and examples.
sentences.
Word/Expression | Meaning (English) | Meaning (Bangla) | Example |
Funny movies | Films designed to make people laugh | মজার সিনেমা | "I often laugh at funny movies with my friends." |
Sense of humor | The ability to appreciate or express humor | হাস্যরসের অনুভূতি | "My friends have a great sense of humor that makes every gathering enjoyable." |
Silly situations | Absurd or amusing scenarios | মজার পরিস্থিতি | "I laugh at silly situations that happen in everyday life." |
Embarrassing moments | Instances that cause a feeling of self-consciousness | লজ্জাজনক মুহূর্ত | "Their stories usually make me laugh, especially when they share embarrassing moments." |
Positive atmosphere | An environment that is cheerful and encouraging | ইতিবাচক পরিবেশ | "I enjoy making others laugh because it creates a positive atmosphere." |
Burst into laughter | To suddenly start laughing | হঠাৎ হাসতে শুরু করা | "Seeing someone burst into laughter brings me joy." |
Relieve stress | To reduce feelings of tension or anxiety | চাপ কমানো | "Laughter can relieve stress and improve overall well-being." |
Well-being | A state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy | মঙ্গল | "Laughter improves overall well-being." |
Foster | To encourage or promote growth | লালন করা | "Laughter helps foster connections between people." |
Lighten the mood | To make a situation more cheerful | পরিবেশকে আনন্দিত করা | "Laughter can lighten the mood during tough times." |
Genuinely | Sincerely or truly | সত্যিকার অর্থে | "Laughter can indicate happiness, but it doesn’t always mean someone is genuinely happy." |
Peer tutoring program | A system where students help each other academically | সহপাঠী টিউটরিং প্রোগ্রাম | "I had the idea for a peer tutoring program to support struggling students." |
Struggling | Having difficulty with something | সংগ্রামরত | "I noticed many students struggling with different subjects in the library." |
Pair | To match or couple two things together | জোড় করা | "The program would pair students who excel in a subject with those who need help." |
Supportive learning environment | A setting that encourages assistance and collaboration | সমর্থনশীল শেখার পরিবেশ | "This program would foster a supportive learning environment." |
Strengthening friendships | Enhancing and solidifying bonds between people | বন্ধুত্ব শক্তিশালী করা | "The program allows students to help one another, strengthening friendships." |
Collaboration | Working together to achieve a common goal | সহযোগিতা | "It promotes collaboration and enhances academic performance." |
Critical thinking | The ability to analyze information and make reasoned judgments | সমালোচনামূলক চিন্তাভাবনা | "Education should encourage critical thinking rather than just memorization." |
Innovation | The introduction of new ideas or methods | উদ্ভাবন | "Education should also encourage innovation." |
Problem-solving skills | The ability to find solutions to difficult issues | সমস্যা সমাধানের দক্ষতা | "Fostering creativity develops students' problem-solving skills." |
Supportive classroom environment | A setting that encourages open communication and participation | সহায়ক শ্রেণীকক্ষে পরিবেশ | "Teachers can create a supportive classroom environment to help students share ideas." |
Boost morale | To improve confidence and enthusiasm | মনোবল বৃদ্ধি করা | "When employees feel valued for their input, it boosts morale." |
Resistance to change | Opposition to new methods or ideas | পরিবর্তনের বিরুদ্ধে প্রতিরোধ | "Some people resist new ideas because they are comfortable with the status quo." |
Logistics | The organization of complex operations | পরিকল্পনা ও সংগঠন | "Implementing new ideas can be difficult due to logistics." |
Execution | The act of carrying out a plan or idea | কার্যকরী করা | "I believe execution is more important than having new ideas." |
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