IELTS Speaking Questions, Model Answers & Vocabulary

Part 3Topic 9 - Shopping & MoneyEasy-Intermediate

Why do some people like to buy expensive things?

Tại sao một số người lại thích mua những thứ đắt tiền?

[POINT]Point

Some people buy expensive things because they associate high prices with quality, status or personal success.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Brand prestige can make an item feel like a status symbol even when a cheaper product performs similarly.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Someone may pay through the nose for a luxury watch because it communicates wealth or taste.

[EXTEND]Extend

Expensive products can be worthwhile when premium quality is real, but buying mainly for social approval can create unnecessary financial pressure.

Part 3Topic 9 - Shopping & MoneyEasy-Intermediate

Do you prefer fixing things or replacing things?

Bạn thích sửa chữa hay thay thế hơn?

[POINT]Point

I prefer fixing things when repair costs are reasonable and the item still has useful life.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Fixing up a product can extend its lifespan, save money and reduce waste.

[EXAMPLE]Example

I would repair a chair, bicycle or appliance if the problem were minor, but I would replace something unsafe or repeatedly broken.

[EXTEND]Extend

The best decision depends on repair cost, replacement value and whether the repaired item will remain reliable.

Part 3Topic 9 - Shopping & MoneyEasy-Intermediate

Which do you think are better, old things or new things?

Theo bạn, đồ cũ hay đồ mới tốt hơn?

[POINT]Point

Neither old nor new things are always better; it depends on the purpose and condition.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

New products may offer modern features and better energy efficiency, while old items can have proven durability or sentimental value.

[EXAMPLE]Example

A new refrigerator may save electricity, but an old wooden table may be stronger and more meaningful than a cheap replacement.

[EXTEND]Extend

I would judge each item by usefulness, safety and quality rather than age alone.

Part 3Topic 9 - Shopping & MoneyEasy-Intermediate

What are the benefits = what is the value/what is the importance of keeping some old things in the family?

Lợi ích là gì = Giá trị/Tầm quan trọng của việc giữ lại một số đồ vật cũ trong gia đình là gì?

[POINT]Point

Keeping some old family objects is valuable because they preserve memories and family history.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

A family heirloom can create an emotional connection with relatives or periods that younger people never experienced directly.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Old photographs, letters or jewellery can become shared memories that help families tell stories across generations.

[EXTEND]Extend

Not every object needs to be kept, but meaningful items can strengthen identity and make family history feel more personal.

Part 3Topic 9 - Shopping & MoneyEasy-Intermediate

Do you think it's good to recall the past?

Bạn có nghĩ rằng việc hồi tưởng về quá khứ là điều tốt không?

[POINT]Point

I think recalling the past is useful when it helps people understand themselves and learn from experience.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Looking back on important events can create nostalgia, but it can also reveal mistakes and positive lessons.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Someone may remember a difficult decision and use that experience to make a better choice later.

[EXTEND]Extend

It is healthy to learn from the past, but balanced reflection matters because living only in old memories can prevent people from adapting to the present.

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Speaking Part 3

Why do some people like to buy expensive things?

Do you prefer fixing things or replacing things?

Which do you think are better, old things or new things?

What are the benefits = what is the value/what is the importance of keeping some old things in the family?

Do you think it's good to recall the past?