IELTS Speaking Questions, Model Answers & Vocabulary

Part 1Topic 11 - Hobbies, Leisure & HolidaysEasy-Intermediate

Do you have a favourite cafe? [Why/Why not?]

Bạn có quán cà phê yêu thích nào không? [Tại sao/Tại sao không?]

[A]Answer

Yes, I have a favourite café near my home.

[R]Reason

I favour it because it is quiet, serves good coffee and has comfortable window seats.

[E]Example / Extension

I sometimes go there to read or work.

Part 1Topic 11 - Hobbies, Leisure & HolidaysEasy-Intermediate

Do you often go to cafes by yourself? [Why/Why not?]

Bạn có thường đi quán cà phê một mình không? [Tại sao/Tại sao không?]

[A]Answer

Yes, I sometimes go to cafés by myself.

[R]Reason

A solo visit gives me time to recharge or focus on something quietly.

[E]Example / Extension

I usually choose a quiet corner and stay for about an hour.

Part 1Topic 11 - Hobbies, Leisure & HolidaysEasy-Intermediate

What do you think helps to make a cafe very popular? [Why?]

Theo bạn, những yếu tố nào giúp một quán cà phê trở nên rất nổi tiếng? [Tại sao?]

[A]Answer

A popular café usually has good drinks, friendly service and a pleasant atmosphere.

[R]Reason

Those things draw in customers and make them want to return.

[E]Example / Extension

A convenient location also helps a lot.

Part 1Topic 11 - Hobbies, Leisure & HolidaysEasy-Intermediate

Why do some people prefer cafes that are part of large chains, rather than small, local cafes?

Tại sao một số người lại thích các quán cà phê thuộc chuỗi lớn hơn là các quán cà phê nhỏ, địa phương?

[A]Answer

Some people prefer large café chains because they know what to expect.

[R]Reason

The menu and service usually have consistent quality across different locations.

[E]Example / Extension

That can feel safer than trying an unfamiliar local café.

Part 1Topic 11 - Hobbies, Leisure & HolidaysEasy-Intermediate

Did you have a favourite book when you were a child? [Why/Why not?]

Khi còn nhỏ, bạn có cuốn sách yêu thích nào không? [Tại sao/Tại sao không?]

[A]Answer

Yes, I had a favourite children's novel when I was young.

[R]Reason

I loved the story and reread it several times.

[E]Example / Extension

One character in particular stayed in my memory for years.

Speaking
Practice

Speaking Part 1

Do you have a favourite cafe? [Why/Why not?]

Do you often go to cafes by yourself? [Why/Why not?]

What do you think helps to make a cafe very popular? [Why?]

Why do some people prefer cafes that are part of large chains, rather than small, local cafes?

Did you have a favourite book when you were a child? [Why/Why not?]