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IELTS Model Answers

Reading and Books

General

Speaking Part 1

Daily lifeHobbiesSpeaking

Question 1

Do you enjoy reading?

Question 2

What kinds of books or reading materials do you like?

Question 3

How often do you read for pleasure?

Question 4

Do you prefer printed books or reading on a screen?

Question 5

Would you like to read more than you do now?

Model answers

Answer 1

I do enjoy reading, but I do not do it every day. I like fiction when I want to relax, and sometimes I read articles online for news.

Answer 2

I read novels and short stories sometimes. I also read travel blogs and recipes when I am planning a trip or cooking something new.

Answer 3

Not every day. Maybe two or three evenings a week for twenty or thirty minutes. During holidays I read more.

Answer 4

I like printed books for long stories because they feel restful for my eyes. For news I prefer my phone because it is quicker.

Answer 5

Yes, I think it would be good for me. I often say I will read more, but social media wins in the evening.

Glossary

To be honest

Used to introduce a frank opinion that might sound slightly negative or surprising.

On the whole

Generally; considering everything together rather than focusing on small exceptions.

It depends on

Introduces what the outcome relies on—often paired with changing factors like mood or context.

from time to time

Occasionally; now and again rather than on a strict schedule.

In the long run

Over an extended period; after enough time has passed for effects to show.

At the same time

Adds a contrasting or balancing point while keeping the previous idea in mind.

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