IELTS Speaking Questions, Model Answers & Vocabulary

Part 3Topic 2 - Study, School & LearningEasy-Intermediate

Do people in your country like to watch videos to learn something?

Người dân ở đất nước bạn có thích xem video để học điều gì đó không?

[POINT]Point

Yes, instructional videos are very popular because they are convenient and easy to follow.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

A visual explanation is especially useful for cooking, software, exercise or repair tasks, and viewers can pause and replay difficult parts.

[EXAMPLE]Example

For instance, someone learning a spreadsheet function can watch the exact steps and copy them immediately.

[EXTEND]Extend

Online learning through video is useful, but people should still check the quality of the source because a confident presenter is not always an accurate teacher.

Part 3Topic 2 - Study, School & LearningEasy-Intermediate

What skills do adults need to have?

Người trưởng thành cần có những kỹ năng gì?

[POINT]Point

Adults need a broad set of practical skills, especially communication, financial literacy and problem-solving.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

They must deal with work, money, relationships and everyday responsibilities without constant guidance.

[EXAMPLE]Example

For instance, knowing how to budget, communicate with a manager and solve a household problem can prevent unnecessary stress.

[EXTEND]Extend

Nobody knows the ropes in every area, so another important adult skill is knowing when to ask for help and how to learn something new when circumstances change.

Part 3Topic 2 - Study, School & LearningEasy-Intermediate

What skills are important for success?

Những kỹ năng nào quan trọng để đạt được thành công?

[POINT]Point

I think self-discipline, communication, adaptability and problem-solving are all important for success.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Talent can create opportunities, but people still need to manage their time, work with others and respond when plans change.

[EXAMPLE]Example

For example, a skilled employee may struggle if they cannot communicate clearly or adapt to a new system.

[EXTEND]Extend

Success also depends on the field and personal goals, but these general skills are useful in education, work and everyday life, which makes them a strong foundation.

Part 3Topic 2 - Study, School & LearningEasy-Intermediate

What age will make it difficult for a person to learn a skill?

Độ tuổi nào sẽ khiến một người gặp khó khăn khi học một kỹ năng mới?

[POINT]Point

There is no single age when learning suddenly becomes difficult for everyone.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Learning speed may change with age, especially for memory or physical skills, but learning capacity remains strong when people stay mentally active and practise regularly.

[EXAMPLE]Example

For instance, an older adult may need more repetition to learn a language, yet can use life experience to understand ideas deeply.

[EXTEND]Extend

Age-related change is real, but motivation, health, teaching quality and practice often matter more than the number on a person's birthday.

Part 3Topic 2 - Study, School & LearningEasy-Intermediate

Will the age of 5 or 20 be better?

Độ tuổi 5 hay 20 sẽ tốt hơn?

[POINT]Point

It depends on the skill, because age five and age twenty are different developmental stages.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Young children may pick up pronunciation, movement and social habits more naturally, while twenty-year-olds usually have stronger concentration and clearer learning goals.

[EXAMPLE]Example

For instance, a five-year-old may imitate a new accent easily, but a twenty-year-old can understand grammar explanations much faster.

[EXTEND]Extend

So neither age has a universal learning advantage; the better age depends on what is being learned and how it is taught.

Speaking
Practice

Speaking Part 3

Do people in your country like to watch videos to learn something?

What skills do adults need to have?

What skills are important for success?

What age will make it difficult for a person to learn a skill?

Will the age of 5 or 20 be better?