IELTS Speaking Questions, Model Answers & Vocabulary

Part 1Topic 1 - Work & CareersEasy-Intermediate

Who do you spend most time studying/working with? [Why?]

Bạn dành nhiều thời gian nhất để học tập/làm việc với ai? [Tại sao?]

[A]Answer

I spend most of my study time with two close classmates.

[R]Reason

We have similar schedules, and we collaborate really well, so studying together is usually more productive.

[E]Example / Extension

For example, we often prepare presentations as a project team and motivate each other before exams.

Part 1Topic 1 - Work & CareersEasy-Intermediate

What kinds of things do you study/work on with other people? [Why?]

Bạn thường nghiên cứu/làm việc gì cùng với những người khác? [Tại sao?]

[A]Answer

I usually work with other people on group projects and presentations.

[R]Reason

These tasks are easier when everyone can discuss ideas and contribute something different.

[E]Example / Extension

For instance, one person might do the research while another designs the slides.

Part 1Topic 1 - Work & CareersEasy-Intermediate

Is it important to like the people you study/work with? [Why/Why not?]

Việc thích những người bạn học/làm việc cùng có quan trọng không? [Tại sao/Tại sao không?]

[A]Answer

Yes, I think it helps a lot if you like the people you study or work with.

[R]Reason

A good working relationship makes it easier to cooperate and communicate honestly.

[E]Example / Extension

You do not have to be best friends, but feeling comfortable around your team can improve teamwork.

Part 1Topic 1 - Work & CareersEasy-Intermediate

What job would you like to have ten years from now? [Why?]

Bạn muốn làm nghề gì trong mười năm nữa? [Tại sao?]

[A]Answer

Ten years from now, I would like to work in a managerial role in digital marketing.

[R]Reason

I aspire to lead a creative team because that career path combines communication, strategy and technology.

[E]Example / Extension

Before then, I hope to develop enough experience to manage larger campaigns confidently.

Part 1Topic 1 - Work & CareersEasy-Intermediate

How much travelling do you hope to do in the future? [Why/Why not?]

Bạn dự định sẽ đi du lịch bao nhiêu trong tương lai? [Tại sao/Tại sao không?]

[A]Answer

I hope to travel quite a lot in the future, probably a few times a year.

[R]Reason

I would like to explore new places and experience different cultures while I am still young.

[E]Example / Extension

Ideally, I could combine overseas travel with the occasional business trip.

Speaking
Practice

Speaking Part 1

Who do you spend most time studying/working with? [Why?]

What kinds of things do you study/work on with other people? [Why?]

Is it important to like the people you study/work with? [Why/Why not?]

What job would you like to have ten years from now? [Why?]

How much travelling do you hope to do in the future? [Why/Why not?]