IELTS Speaking Questions, Model Answers & Vocabulary

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

What effect do friends have on children?

Bạn bè có ảnh hưởng như thế nào đến trẻ em?

[POINT]Point

Friends can strongly influence children's behaviour, interests and confidence.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Peer influence is powerful because children often want to fit in and may take their cue from the group.

[EXAMPLE]Example

A child may copy a friend's study habits, language or clothing style.

[EXTEND]Extend

This influence can be positive or negative, so parents and teachers should help children think independently rather than trying to control every friendship.

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

Are children easily influenced by friends?

Trẻ em có dễ bị bạn bè tác động không?

[POINT]Point

Children can be easily influenced by friends, especially when they strongly want social approval.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Peer pressure may affect clothing, hobbies, language or even risky behaviour.

[EXAMPLE]Example

A child might join an activity simply because close friends are doing it.

[EXTEND]Extend

Influence becomes weaker when children have self-confidence and independent judgement, so adults should teach them how to say no without losing friendships.

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

Are people influenced more by their friends or parents?

Mọi người chịu ảnh hưởng nhiều hơn từ bạn bè hay cha mẹ?

[POINT]Point

Whether friends or parents have more influence depends largely on age and the issue involved.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Parents often shape early values and habits, while peer groups become more influential during adolescence.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Teenagers may copy friends' fashion choices but still rely on parents for major decisions about education.

[EXTEND]Extend

Influence is therefore shared rather than controlled by one side, and it changes as people become more independent.

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

Are people influenced by famous people?

Mọi người có bị ảnh hưởng bởi người nổi tiếng không?

[POINT]Point

Yes, famous people influence many people's choices and attitudes.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Their public image can affect fashion, products, fitness habits and social trends.

[EXAMPLE]Example

Fans may buy a brand because a celebrity recommends it or copy a lifestyle shown online.

[EXTEND]Extend

The effect is strongest when people admire the celebrity personally, but media literacy can reduce uncritical imitation.

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

Why are some people self-centered?

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[POINT]Point

Some people become self-centred because they learn to focus mainly on their own needs and success.

[EXPLAIN]Explain

Strong individualism, competition or a lack of empathy can encourage someone to look out for number one.

[EXAMPLE]Example

A person who rarely considers how decisions affect others may gradually develop selfish habits.

[EXTEND]Extend

However, self-centred behaviour can also come from insecurity or stress, so it is not always simple arrogance.

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Speaking Part 3

What effect do friends have on children?

Are children easily influenced by friends?

Are people influenced more by their friends or parents?

Are people influenced by famous people?

Why are some people self-centered?