IELTS Speaking Questions, Model Answers & Vocabulary

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

Do you think people in your country have long enough holidays?

Bạn có nghĩ rằng người dân ở đất nước bạn có những kỳ nghỉ đủ dài không?

[POINT]Point

I think many people have reasonable holidays, but not everyone gets enough time to recover properly.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Annual leave may look sufficient on paper, yet short breaks can be reduced by travel time or family duties.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Someone may take time off for a week but spend several days travelling or dealing with responsibilities.

[EXTEND]Extend

Holiday length matters, but recovery time also depends on whether people can genuinely disconnect from work and rest without pressure.

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

Which holidays are popular in your country?

Những ngày lễ nào phổ biến ở nước bạn?

[POINT]Point

In my country, Tet is probably the most important and popular holiday, along with several national public holidays.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

It is strongly connected with family reunion, traditional food and visiting relatives.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Many people travel back to their hometowns, decorate their homes and spend several days with family.

[EXTEND]Extend

Other public celebrations are important too, but Tet has a special cultural role because it combines rest, tradition and family life.

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

What are the differences between old and young people when spending their holidays?

Sự khác biệt giữa người già và người trẻ khi đi nghỉ lễ là gì?

[POINT]Point

Older and younger people often spend holidays differently because their energy, budgets and interests may differ.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Young people may prefer a faster travel pace and more social activities, while older adults often value comfort and quieter schedules.

[EXAMPLE]Example

A young group might choose nightlife and outdoor adventures, whereas older travellers may prefer sightseeing and relaxed meals.

[EXTEND]Extend

These are general patterns, and individual personality can matter more than age.

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

Which is more important, mental relaxation or physical relaxation?

Điều nào quan trọng hơn, thư giãn tinh thần hay thư giãn thể chất?

[POINT]Point

Mental and physical relaxation are both important, and I would not separate them completely.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Physical rest helps the body recover, while mental recovery allows people to wind down from stress and constant thinking.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Someone may sleep enough but still feel exhausted if work worries continue in their mind.

[EXTEND]Extend

The best form of rest is usually a combination that helps people recharge their batteries both physically and mentally.

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

What are some examples of ways that people use to relax?

Mọi người thường dùng những cách nào để thư giãn?

[POINT]Point

People relax in many different ways, depending on personality and lifestyle.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Common relaxation techniques include breathing exercises, listening to music, taking a quiet walk or doing a soothing hobby.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Someone who feels mentally tired may spend twenty minutes walking without their phone and feel calmer afterward.

[EXTEND]Extend

The best method is usually simple, affordable and easy to repeat, because relaxation works better as a regular habit than as an occasional emergency response.

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Speaking Part 3

Do you think people in your country have long enough holidays?

Which holidays are popular in your country?

What are the differences between old and young people when spending their holidays?

Which is more important, mental relaxation or physical relaxation?

What are some examples of ways that people use to relax?