IELTS Speaking Questions, Model Answers & Vocabulary

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

Do you think that people today have more leisure time than people in the past?

Bạn có nghĩ rằng ngày nay mọi người có nhiều thời gian rảnh rỗi hơn so với trước đây không?

[POINT]Point

People today may have more leisure opportunities, but not necessarily more real free time.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Labour-saving devices reduce some household work, yet higher work intensity and digital demands can fill the time that was saved.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Someone may finish chores faster but then spend the evening answering messages or checking work online.

[EXTEND]Extend

Compared with the past, leisure has become more convenient, but the boundary between work and rest is often less clear.

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

What do people in your country do in their spare time?

Người dân ở đất nước bạn thường làm gì vào thời gian rảnh rỗi?

[POINT]Point

People in my country spend spare time in a mixture of social, digital and outdoor activities.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Many like to hang out with friends, watch online content, play sport or go on family outings.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Young adults may meet at cafés, while families often visit parks, shopping centres or restaurants at weekends.

[EXTEND]Extend

The exact pattern depends on age, income and location, but screen-based entertainment has become much more common than before.

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

Do people have enough places to relax in your country?

Ở đất nước của bạn, người dân có đủ nơi để thư giãn không?

[POINT]Point

Some areas have enough places to relax, but access is uneven.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Large cities may have public parks and recreation facilities, while dense neighbourhoods can lack green space.

[EXAMPLE]Example

People living near a riverside park have room to breathe after work, whereas others may depend on cafés or shopping centres.

[EXTEND]Extend

More small local parks would improve everyday wellbeing because people need relaxing spaces close to home, not only large attractions far away.

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

What do people usually do when they are relaxed?

Mọi người thường làm gì khi họ thư giãn?

[POINT]Point

When people feel relaxed, they usually choose low-pressure activities that match a restful mood.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

They may listen to music, have casual conversations, read, cook or simply sit somewhere comfortable.

[EXAMPLE]Example

After dinner, someone may make tea and watch a light programme without thinking about work.

[EXTEND]Extend

Relaxation is less about one specific activity and more about reducing demands, slowing down and doing something that feels enjoyable rather than necessary.

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

Is physical activity good for relaxation?

Hoạt động thể chất có tốt cho việc thư giãn không?

[POINT]Point

Physical activity is very good for relaxation, especially after mentally demanding work.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Active recovery can lower stress and give people a mood boost, while regular exercise also supports sleep.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Someone who works at a desk may work out lightly or take a brisk walk and feel mentally clearer afterward.

[EXTEND]Extend

Intense exercise is not necessary every time; gentle movement can be enough when the goal is relaxation rather than performance.

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Speaking Part 3

Do you think that people today have more leisure time than people in the past?

What do people in your country do in their spare time?

Do people have enough places to relax in your country?

What do people usually do when they are relaxed?

Is physical activity good for relaxation?