IELTS Speaking Questions, Model Answers & Vocabulary

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

Why do people read?

Tại sao mọi người lại đọc sách?

[POINT]Point

People read for information, learning, relaxation and enjoyment.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Different reading purposes meet different needs, from gaining knowledge to developing imagination.

[EXAMPLE]Example

A student may read an article for study, while another person reads a novel before bed to relax.

[EXTEND]Extend

Reading also gives people time to think at their own pace, which can make it more reflective than fast-moving video or social-media content.

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

How important do you think reading is?

Bạn nghĩ việc đọc sách quan trọng đến mức nào?

[POINT]Point

Reading is extremely important because it supports learning, communication and independent thinking.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Regular reading builds up vocabulary range, reading skill and critical thinking over time.

[EXAMPLE]Example

A student who reads widely can usually understand school materials faster and express ideas more clearly.

[EXTEND]Extend

Reading is also useful outside education because adults need it for work, contracts, news and everyday decisions, so strong reading ability affects both academic success and practical independence.

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

What kinds of things are popular to read these days?

Những thể loại sách nào đang được ưa chuộng hiện nay?

[POINT]Point

People today read a mixture of online articles, short-form content, popular fiction and news summaries.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Digital devices encourage shorter reading because people often check information during small breaks.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Someone may read a quick news summary on a phone during a commute and a longer novel at night.

[EXTEND]Extend

Long-form books are still popular, but reading habits have become more fragmented because people now move between many formats throughout the day.

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

How do you think reading will be different in the future?

Bạn nghĩ việc đọc sách sẽ khác như thế nào trong tương lai?

[POINT]Point

Reading will probably become more digital and interactive in the future, although printed books will remain.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Interactive text, audio support and personalised recommendations may make digital reading more flexible.

[EXAMPLE]Example

A learner could tap a difficult word for a definition or switch between text and audio instantly.

[EXTEND]Extend

Reading technology will continue to turn the page, but the basic skill of understanding ideas from written language will still matter regardless of whether the words appear on paper or a screen.

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

What can children learn from acting?

Trẻ em có thể học được gì từ việc diễn xuất?

[POINT]Point

Acting can teach children confidence, cooperation and emotional awareness.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Social-emotional learning happens naturally when children take different roles, listen to others and respond to feelings in a story.

[EXAMPLE]Example

A shy child may gradually speak more clearly on stage and learn teamwork during rehearsals.

[EXTEND]Extend

Acting can also bring out imagination and self-confidence, so drama activities are useful even for children who never plan to become professional performers.

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Speaking Part 3

Why do people read?

How important do you think reading is?

What kinds of things are popular to read these days?

How do you think reading will be different in the future?

What can children learn from acting?