IELTS Speaking Questions, Model Answers & Vocabulary

Part 3Topic 12 - Sports, Health & FitnessEasy-Intermediate

What kinds of sports are popular now but not popular 50 years ago?

Những môn thể thao nào đang phổ biến hiện nay nhưng lại không phổ biến cách đây 50 năm?

[POINT]Point

Sports such as gym training, recreational running and newer urban sports are much more popular now than fifty years ago.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Modern fitness trends are supported by better facilities, higher health awareness and social media exposure.

[EXAMPLE]Example

People can now join running clubs, fitness studios or organised races that were uncommon in the past.

[EXTEND]Extend

Sport has become more varied because people have more choices and easier access to specialised activities.

Part 3Topic 12 - Sports, Health & FitnessEasy-Intermediate

Do you think there are too many sorts of sports games on TV?

Bạn có nghĩ rằng hiện nay có quá nhiều loại hình thể thao được phát sóng trên truyền hình không?

[POINT]Point

I do not think there are necessarily too many sports programmes, because modern viewers have many channels and streaming options.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

High viewer demand explains why broadcasters show many different competitions.

[EXAMPLE]Example

A sports fan can choose football, tennis or motorsport, while another viewer can simply select a different channel.

[EXTEND]Extend

The real issue is media choice, so variety is positive as long as sports coverage does not crowd out other important content on general channels.

Part 3Topic 12 - Sports, Health & FitnessEasy-Intermediate

What kind of sports are popular in your country?

Những môn thể thao nào phổ biến ở nước bạn?

[POINT]Point

Football, badminton, running and gym training are all popular in my country.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

People take part in different sports depending on age, budget and access to facilities.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Students may play badminton after class, while office workers often run or go to the gym.

[EXTEND]Extend

There is something for everyone now, because sport is no longer limited to a few traditional team games and people can choose activities that fit their lifestyle.

Part 3Topic 12 - Sports, Health & FitnessEasy-Intermediate

Why do different people like to read different magazines?

Tại sao mỗi người lại thích đọc những loại tạp chí khác nhau?

[POINT]Point

People choose different magazines because their interests, age and lifestyle are different.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Magazine content is usually designed for a specific target audience, such as sport fans, fashion readers or business professionals.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Someone interested in technology may prefer a science magazine, while another person chooses travel or lifestyle content.

[EXTEND]Extend

Reading preference is highly personal, so variety is necessary because no single magazine can satisfy every special interest.

Part 3Topic 12 - Sports, Health & FitnessEasy-Intermediate

Do women pay more attention to their health than men?

Phụ nữ có quan tâm đến sức khỏe của mình nhiều hơn nam giới không?

[POINT]Point

Women may pay more attention to health in some areas, but the difference should not be exaggerated.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Health behaviour is shaped by culture, education and access to preventive care, not only gender.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Women may attend routine check-ups more often, while some men may focus more on exercise or fitness.

[EXTEND]Extend

Health awareness is increasing across both groups, so individual habits are more useful than stereotypes when judging how seriously people take their health.

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Speaking Part 3

What kinds of sports are popular now but not popular 50 years ago?

Do you think there are too many sorts of sports games on TV?

What kind of sports are popular in your country?

Why do different people like to read different magazines?

Do women pay more attention to their health than men?