IELTS Speaking Questions, Model Answers & Vocabulary

Part 3Topic 11 - Hobbies, Leisure & HolidaysEasy-Intermediate

Are art classes important in schools?

Các lớp học nghệ thuật có quan trọng trong trường học không?

[POINT]Point

Art classes are important because they develop abilities that academic subjects do not always train directly.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Art education supports self-expression, observation and creative thinking.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Drawing, music or design tasks can teach students to experiment and think outside the box instead of searching for one correct answer.

[EXTEND]Extend

Schools do not need to treat every child as a future artist, but some exposure to art helps create a broader and more balanced education.

Part 3Topic 11 - Hobbies, Leisure & HolidaysEasy-Intermediate

Why do some people think it is enjoyable to stay at home on holidays?

Tại sao một số người lại thấy việc ở nhà trong kỳ nghỉ là điều thú vị?

[POINT]Point

Some people enjoy staying home during holidays because they want rest rather than more travel.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

After a busy period, a quiet holiday can reduce travel fatigue and give people complete control over their time.

[EXAMPLE]Example

They may stay in, cook, watch films or spend time with family without packing or following a schedule.

[EXTEND]Extend

Home-based leisure is especially attractive when travel is expensive, crowded or stressful, so a holiday does not always need a destination.

Part 3Topic 11 - Hobbies, Leisure & HolidaysEasy-Intermediate

What leisure activities do old and young people prefer?

Người trẻ và người già thích những hoạt động giải trí nào hơn?

[POINT]Point

Younger and older people often prefer different leisure activities, although there is plenty of overlap.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Young people may choose active hobbies or hang out with friends, while older adults may prefer walking, gardening or quieter pastimes.

[EXAMPLE]Example

A teenager may meet friends for sport, whereas a retired person may enjoy a morning walking group.

[EXTEND]Extend

Age-related preferences are influenced by health, technology and social circles, so individual personality still matters more than stereotypes.

Part 3Topic 11 - Hobbies, Leisure & HolidaysEasy-Intermediate

Do old people and young people choose different places to go on vacation? Why?

Liệu người già và người trẻ có lựa chọn những địa điểm nghỉ dưỡng khác nhau không? Tại sao?

[POINT]Point

Older and younger travellers often choose different vacation places because they may want different levels of comfort and activity.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Younger people may look for nightlife, adventure or low-cost travel, while older travellers may prefer quieter destinations and a slower activity pace.

[EXAMPLE]Example

A young group might choose a busy beach city, whereas an older couple may prefer a scenic town with comfortable transport.

[EXTEND]Extend

These are broad tendencies, and health, income and personal taste can easily matter more than age.

Part 3Topic 11 - Hobbies, Leisure & HolidaysEasy-Intermediate

What does tourism have to do with cultural exchange?

Du lịch có liên quan gì đến giao lưu văn hóa?

[POINT]Point

Tourism contributes to cultural exchange because travellers and local communities meet, observe and learn from each other.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Local interaction can improve cultural understanding when visitors engage respectfully rather than staying inside isolated tourist spaces.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Travellers may learn local food customs, language or traditions, while residents are exposed to different ideas and habits.

[EXTEND]Extend

At its best, tourism can broaden people's horizons, although meaningful exchange requires respect so that culture is not reduced to entertainment for visitors.

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Speaking Part 3

Are art classes important in schools?

Why do some people think it is enjoyable to stay at home on holidays?

What leisure activities do old and young people prefer?

Do old people and young people choose different places to go on vacation? Why?

What does tourism have to do with cultural exchange?