IELTS Speaking Questions, Model Answers & Vocabulary

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

Do you think music is an important part of our lives?

Bạn có nghĩ âm nhạc là một phần quan trọng trong cuộc sống của chúng ta không?

[POINT]Point

Music is an important part of life because it supports emotion, identity and social connection.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

People use music for stress relief, celebration and cultural expression, and certain songs become connected with personal memories.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Someone may listen to energetic music while exercising and a familiar song during a family celebration.

[EXTEND]Extend

Music also acts like an everyday soundtrack, so even people who are not serious music fans often use it to change mood, fill silence or share experiences with others.

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

What effects can music have on people’s emotions and moods?

Âm nhạc có thể tác động như thế nào đến cảm xúc và tâm trạng của con người?

[POINT]Point

Music can change people's emotions quickly because rhythm, melody and personal memories all affect the brain.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

It can support mood regulation by creating a calming effect or helping someone cheer up.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Slow instrumental music may reduce tension after a stressful day, while an energetic song can make exercise feel easier.

[EXTEND]Extend

The emotional response is personal, though, because a song that makes one person happy may remind another person of a difficult experience.

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

Do you think the popularity of certain types of music changes over time?

Bạn có nghĩ rằng mức độ phổ biến của một số thể loại nhạc nhất định sẽ thay đổi theo thời gian không?

[POINT]Point

Yes, the popularity of music styles changes constantly over time.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

New technology, generation taste and streaming influence can quickly push one style into the mainstream.

[EXAMPLE]Example

A genre that was considered niche may suddenly become popular after songs spread through short-video platforms.

[EXTEND]Extend

Music trends come and go, but older styles rarely disappear completely because they can return through nostalgia, remixes or younger artists who borrow elements from the past.

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

What role do you think music plays in preserving cultural traditions?

Bạn nghĩ âm nhạc đóng vai trò gì trong việc bảo tồn các truyền thống văn hóa?

[POINT]Point

Music plays an important role in preserving cultural traditions because songs can carry language, stories and values across generations.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Traditional music supports cultural memory and often survives through oral tradition as well as formal performance.

[EXAMPLE]Example

A community may sing the same songs during festivals, ceremonies or family events for many years.

[EXTEND]Extend

This strengthens community identity, although traditions also need space to evolve so younger people can connect with them rather than seeing them as museum pieces.

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

Do you think music education should be a priority in schools?

Bạn có nghĩ rằng giáo dục âm nhạc nên được ưu tiên trong trường học không?

[POINT]Point

Music education should have a meaningful place in schools, although it does not need to dominate the curriculum.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Music literacy can bring out creative skills, listening ability and teamwork that academic subjects do not always develop in the same way.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Students learning an instrument or singing in a group practise discipline and cooperation as well as music.

[EXTEND]Extend

Schools should therefore provide basic access for everyone while allowing students with stronger interest to study music more deeply.

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Speaking Part 3

Do you think music is an important part of our lives?

What effects can music have on people’s emotions and moods?

Do you think the popularity of certain types of music changes over time?

What role do you think music plays in preserving cultural traditions?

Do you think music education should be a priority in schools?