IELTS Speaking Questions, Model Answers & Vocabulary

Part 3Topic 14 - Media, Music & EntertainmentEasy-Intermediate

Why do so many people listen to music when they are travelling to work/college?

Tại sao nhiều người lại nghe nhạc khi đang trên đường đi làm/đi học?

[POINT]Point

People often listen to music while commuting because it makes routine travel more enjoyable.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Music helps with mood management, reduces travel boredom and creates a private space in crowded transport.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Someone may use calm background music on a bus to relax before work or energetic songs on the way to college.

[EXTEND]Extend

It is an easy habit because phones and headphones make music available without adding any extra time to the journey.

Part 3Topic 14 - Media, Music & EntertainmentEasy-Intermediate

Should governments subsidise less popular forms of music such as opera? Why do you think that?

Liệu chính phủ có nên trợ cấp cho các thể loại âm nhạc ít phổ biến hơn như opera? Tại sao bạn lại nghĩ như vậy?

[POINT]Point

Governments should provide some support for less popular music such as opera when it has cultural value.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Public subsidies can help important cultural heritage carry on even when ticket sales are too small to cover every cost.

[EXAMPLE]Example

An opera company may also provide education programmes and preserve specialist skills.

[EXTEND]Extend

Not everything has to pay its own way, but funding should still be transparent and balanced so popular and community-based music are not ignored.

Part 3Topic 14 - Media, Music & EntertainmentEasy-Intermediate

What kind of foreign TV programmes are popular in your country?

Những chương trình truyền hình nước ngoài nào được yêu thích ở nước bạn?

[POINT]Point

Foreign dramas, reality shows, films and music programmes are popular in my country.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

International series attract viewers through strong production, familiar entertainment formats and cultural appeal.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Korean dramas, international talent shows or major sports programmes can build large audiences.

[EXTEND]Extend

Streaming has made foreign content even easier to access, so viewers now compare programmes from many countries instead of depending only on domestic television.

Part 3Topic 14 - Media, Music & EntertainmentEasy-Intermediate

What are the advantages of having foreign-made programmes on TV?

Việc phát sóng các chương trình nước ngoài trên truyền hình có những lợi thế gì?

[POINT]Point

Foreign-made programmes bring more variety and expose audiences to different cultures and ideas.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Cultural exposure can support language learning and broaden people's understanding of lifestyles outside their own country.

[EXAMPLE]Example

A viewer may learn everyday expressions or become interested in another country's food and traditions through a drama.

[EXTEND]Extend

Foreign programmes can also create creative competition, encouraging local producers to improve quality and experiment with new formats.

Part 3Topic 14 - Media, Music & EntertainmentEasy-Intermediate

Some people think governments should control the number of foreign-made TV programmes being shown. Do you agree? Why?

Một số người cho rằng chính phủ nên kiểm soát số lượng chương trình truyền hình nước ngoài được phát sóng. Bạn có đồng ý không? Tại sao?

[POINT]Point

I would not support strict control of foreign programmes, but a limited broadcast quota for local content can be reasonable.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Governments should not simply cut back on foreign content because cultural diversity benefits from international choice, while local production still needs space to develop.

[EXAMPLE]Example

A broadcaster could be required to show a minimum amount of domestic content without banning popular foreign series.

[EXTEND]Extend

The goal should be balance rather than protectionism, because viewers benefit from both strong local voices and global programmes.

Speaking
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Speaking Part 3

Why do so many people listen to music when they are travelling to work/college?

Should governments subsidise less popular forms of music such as opera? Why do you think that?

What kind of foreign TV programmes are popular in your country?

What are the advantages of having foreign-made programmes on TV?

Some people think governments should control the number of foreign-made TV programmes being shown. Do you agree? Why?