IELTS Speaking Questions, Model Answers & Vocabulary

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

What types of leisure activities are popular in your country?

Những loại hình giải trí nào phổ biến ở nước bạn?

[POINT]Point

Popular leisure activities in my country include socialising, outdoor recreation, screen-based entertainment and casual sport.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

People choose activities that are easy to access and fit around work or study.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Many young adults meet friends at cafés, play badminton or watch online content in the evening.

[EXTEND]Extend

Preferences differ by age and location, but activities that are affordable, convenient and social tend to attract the widest range of people.

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

Why are some activities more popular than others?

Tại sao một số hoạt động lại phổ biến hơn những hoạt động khác?

[POINT]Point

Some activities become more popular because they are easy to try, affordable and socially visible.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

A low entry barrier helps an activity catch on quickly, while social influence from friends or media can increase interest.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Running became popular in many cities because people only need basic shoes and can join community groups.

[EXTEND]Extend

Accessibility usually matters more than novelty, because an activity can look exciting but remain unpopular if it is expensive or difficult to reach.

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

How do people in your country spend free time?

Người dân ở đất nước bạn thường dành thời gian rảnh rỗi như thế nào?

[POINT]Point

People in my country usually spend free time at home, with friends or in nearby leisure places.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

A typical spare-time routine may include social media, television, exercise, cafés or family time.

[EXAMPLE]Example

On weekdays, many people relax at home after work, while weekends are more likely to include local leisure such as parks, restaurants or short outings.

[EXTEND]Extend

Free-time choices depend strongly on age, income and how much time people have available.

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

Is there any difference in spending free time now with the past?

Việc sử dụng thời gian rảnh rỗi hiện nay có khác gì so với trước đây không?

[POINT]Point

Yes, free-time habits today are quite different from those in the past.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

The digital shift has increased home entertainment and online socialising, while earlier generations relied more on face-to-face leisure and outdoor activities.

[EXAMPLE]Example

People can now stream films or play games with friends without leaving home.

[EXTEND]Extend

Times have changed, although traditional activities such as family meals, walking and meeting friends still remain popular.

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

Does this change bring any advantage?

Liệu sự thay đổi này có mang lại lợi ích gì không?

[POINT]Point

This change has brought several advantages, especially greater choice and convenience.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Digital services open up leisure access because people can learn, watch, play or socialise at almost any time.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Someone in a small town can join an online class or watch international content that was previously unavailable.

[EXTEND]Extend

Greater choice variety and time flexibility are useful, although people still need balance so convenient digital leisure does not replace movement or real relationships.

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Speaking Part 3

What types of leisure activities are popular in your country?

Why are some activities more popular than others?

How do people in your country spend free time?

Is there any difference in spending free time now with the past?

Does this change bring any advantage?