IELTS Speaking Questions, Model Answers & Vocabulary

Part 3Topic 6 - Friends, People & PersonalityEasy-Intermediate

What do family members usually have arguments about?

Các thành viên trong gia đình thường tranh cãi về những vấn đề gì?

[POINT]Point

Family members commonly argue about money, household responsibilities, schedules and personal boundaries.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

These issues affect daily life repeatedly, so small disagreements can become a bone of contention over time.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Parents and teenagers may argue about curfews, while couples may disagree about spending or chores.

[EXTEND]Extend

Clear expectations and calm discussion can prevent many ordinary family disagreements from becoming larger conflicts.

Part 3Topic 6 - Friends, People & PersonalityEasy-Intermediate

Is it easier for you to have arguments with your family or with your friends?

Bạn dễ tranh cãi với người thân hay với bạn bè hơn?

[POINT]Point

I probably find it easier to argue with family because emotional closeness makes people speak more freely.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Family members also spend more time together, so there are more chances for small disagreements.

[EXAMPLE]Example

With friends, I may avoid a minor issue because I do not want to create friendship tension.

[EXTEND]Extend

Family conflict can feel stronger, but close relatives often recover more quickly because the relationship is already deeply established.

Part 3Topic 6 - Friends, People & PersonalityEasy-Intermediate

Do you think people should change the way they think when having arguments?

Bạn có nghĩ rằng mọi người nên thay đổi cách suy nghĩ của mình khi tranh luận không?

[POINT]Point

Yes, people should be willing to change their thinking during an argument if new information is convincing.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Being open-minded helps someone see another point of view instead of treating disagreement as a competition.

[EXAMPLE]Example

A person may reconsider their position after hearing facts they did not know before.

[EXTEND]Extend

Changing your mind is not weakness; finding common ground or correcting a mistaken belief can make an argument more productive.

Part 3Topic 6 - Friends, People & PersonalityEasy-Intermediate

Should employees have their own goals?

Liệu nhân viên có nên đặt ra mục tiêu riêng cho bản thân?

[POINT]Point

Yes, employees should have their own goals as well as company targets.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Personal targets can improve work motivation and give employees a clearer sense of career development.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Someone may set a performance goal to improve presentation skills or qualify for a more advanced role.

[EXTEND]Extend

Individual goals work best when they support the organisation too, because personal progress and business needs should not constantly pull in opposite directions.

Part 3Topic 6 - Friends, People & PersonalityEasy-Intermediate

How should bosses reward employees?

Các ông chủ nên khen thưởng nhân viên như thế nào?

[POINT]Point

Bosses should use a fair reward system that combines pay, recognition and development opportunities.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Employees need to see that strong performance can pay off, but not every reward has to be financial.

[EXAMPLE]Example

A manager can give credit where credit is due through public recognition, bonuses or extra responsibility.

[EXTEND]Extend

The key is consistency: fair recognition should reflect clear results and effort rather than personal favouritism.

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Speaking Part 3

What do family members usually have arguments about?

Is it easier for you to have arguments with your family or with your friends?

Do you think people should change the way they think when having arguments?

Should employees have their own goals?

How should bosses reward employees?