IELTS Speaking Questions, Model Answers & Vocabulary

Part 3Topic 13 - Technology & InternetEasy-Intermediate

At what age should children have mobile phones?

Trẻ em nên được sử dụng điện thoại di động ở độ tuổi nào?

[POINT]Point

Children should have mobile phones when they are mature enough to use them responsibly and have a practical need.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

They can grow into greater access gradually, starting with a basic phone and clear family boundaries.

[EXAMPLE]Example

A child who travels independently may first use a simple device, then later receive a smartphone after showing responsible behaviour.

[EXTEND]Extend

In a sense, children should earn their stripes before getting unrestricted access, because responsibility should come before convenience.

Part 3Topic 13 - Technology & InternetEasy-Intermediate

How would you define happiness?

Bạn định nghĩa hạnh phúc như thế nào?

[POINT]Point

I would define happiness as a general sense of life satisfaction rather than constant excitement.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

It usually comes from emotional balance, meaningful goals and close relationships.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Someone may still have difficult days but feel happy overall because they have supportive people, useful work and enough control over their life.

[EXTEND]Extend

A sense of meaning often matters more than temporary pleasure, so happiness can include effort, responsibility and occasional stress as long as life feels worthwhile.

Part 3Topic 13 - Technology & InternetEasy-Intermediate

Do you think money can make people happy?

Bạn có nghĩ tiền có thể làm cho người ta hạnh phúc không?

[POINT]Point

Money can contribute to happiness, especially when it provides financial security, but it cannot guarantee it.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Enough income reduces stress about housing, food and healthcare and can provide material comfort.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Someone whose basic needs are secure may feel much calmer than a person facing constant debt.

[EXTEND]Extend

Beyond that point, relationship quality, health and meaningful life priorities often become more important, so money is a useful foundation rather than a complete definition of happiness.

Part 3Topic 13 - Technology & InternetEasy-Intermediate

What do you do when you feel unhappy?

Bạn làm gì khi cảm thấy không vui?

[POINT]Point

When I feel unhappy, I usually try to understand the cause instead of ignoring the feeling.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

I may talk things through with a supportive friend, take a walk or use a healthy distraction to reset my mood.

[EXAMPLE]Example

If work has been stressful, stepping outside for a short break and discussing the problem with someone can make it feel more manageable.

[EXTEND]Extend

Different situations need different responses, but I try to avoid making important decisions while I am still emotionally overwhelmed.

Part 3Topic 13 - Technology & InternetEasy-Intermediate

Do you think rich people are always happy?

Bạn có nghĩ người giàu lúc nào cũng hạnh phúc không?

[POINT]Point

No, rich people are not always happy because wealth solves only some types of problems.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Money can improve comfort and security, but hedonic adaptation means people often become used to a higher standard of living and still face emotional difficulties.

[EXAMPLE]Example

A wealthy person may have luxury and freedom yet struggle with loneliness, family conflict or poor health.

[EXTEND]Extend

Money can't buy happiness is too simple if taken literally, but it captures the idea that emotional wellbeing depends on much more than income.

Speaking
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Speaking Part 3

At what age should children have mobile phones?

How would you define happiness?

Do you think money can make people happy?

What do you do when you feel unhappy?

Do you think rich people are always happy?