提示|Of course. My hobbies are listening to music and taking walks in parks in my free time.
- Did you have any hobbies when you were a child?
提示|Sure. When I was little, I loved drawing pictures with my friends, and I spent most of my spare time on those activities.
- Do you have a hobby that you've had since childhood?
提示|Absolutely. Drawing is a hobby I have kept ever since I was a kid. I still pick up a pencil to draw scenery whenever I feel like it.
- Do you have the same hobbies as your family members?
提示|Yes, I do. My parents also enjoy walking, so we often go for walks together.
Topic 2|Reading
- Do you like reading?
提示|Yes, I'm quite into reading. I usually read novels and articles in my leisure time.
- Do you prefer scanning or detailed reading?
提示|It depends. Generally, I scan when I read for fun or read short articles, but I read carefully if the content is useful.
- Do you prefer to read on paper or on a screen?
提示|I prefer paper books. Reading on paper makes me feel more focused and comfortable.
- When do you need to read carefully, and when not?
提示|I read carefully when I study textbooks or professional materials. For news and short stories, I just scan them quickly.
Topic 3|Memory
- Are you good at memorising things?
提示|To be honest, it's a tricky question. I'm not the best at memorising things, and I sometimes forget small details easily.
- How do you remember important things?
提示|I usually write them down in my notebook or leave reminders on my desk. That works really well for me.
- What do you need to remember in your daily life?
提示|I need to remember my daily schedule, appointment times, and some important messages from my family members.
Part 2|Cue Card
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Now I'm going to give you a topic, and I'd like you to talk about it for one to two minutes. Before you talk, you'll have one minute to think about what you're going to say. You can make some notes if you wish. Do you understand?
Describe a time you needed to use your imagination
You should say:
- When it was
- Why you needed to use imagination
- How difficult or easy it was
- And explain how you felt about it
提示|One memorable moment that required plenty of imagination took place several months ago, when I took part in a group project for my literature class. Our group was assigned to adapt a traditional folk tale into a brand-new short drama. We were encouraged to rewrite the plot and some visual details, and set the story in a totally different setting instead of staying true to the original version.
Therefore, we had to rely heavily on imagination to redesign every detail of the drama. The whole process was moderately difficult. At first, we had different ideas and struggled to come up with a satisfying new storyline. We brainstormed together and pictured different scenes and plots in our minds. As we discussed more, our ideas gradually came together, and the work became much easier.
Looking back, I found this experience incredibly rewarding. Using imagination allowed us to break free from old molds and create something unique.
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- Do you often need to use your imagination?
提示|No, not very often. In my daily life, I need to be realistic, so I don't use my imagination all the time. I think in real life, we need to keep our feet on the ground instead of imagining things all the time.
提示|I think many creative games work well. For example, role-playing games, building blocks, drawing games, and games like Minecraft can help children make up stories or create new things freely. Puzzle games can also train their imagination because they require children to solve problems in creative ways.
- What kinds of jobs need imagination?
提示|In my view, many creative jobs require imagination, such as artists, writers, fashion designers, cartoonists, and advertising workers. Actually, teachers also need imagination because they have to design interesting and engaging ways to explain things.
- How important is imagination to children?
提示|It is extremely important. Imagination helps children think creatively and explore new things. It also makes them more curious and confident as they grow up. In the long run, it can help them follow their passions and even benefit their future careers.
- Do you think adults can have lots of imagination?
提示|Yes, I believe so. Some adults keep a vivid imagination, especially those working in creative fields. However, many ordinary adults may lose it because of busy daily work, fixed lifestyles, and the need to follow a set of rules. Over time, they may lose the courage to try something new.
提示|My favourite food is noodles, especially udon noodles. I like them because they taste delicious, they are inexpensive, and they are easy to prepare.
- What kind of food did you like when you were young?
提示|When I was a child, I liked sweet foods more.
- Has your favourite food changed since you were a child?
提示|Yes, it has. When I was a child, I liked sweet foods, but now I prefer salty foods.
Topic 2|Morning routines
- What is your morning routine?
提示|First, I get up at 7 a.m. Then I brush my teeth, get dressed, and go to school.
- What do you do right after getting up in the morning?
提示|The first thing I do after getting up is brush my teeth.
- Do you like to get up early in the morning?
提示|No, I don't. Getting up early means I have less time to rest, so it makes me feel very tired.
- Is breakfast important?
提示|Of course. In my view, breakfast is very important because it is the first meal of the day. It gives me energy for the whole morning, which is important because I have a lot of classes before lunch. If I skip breakfast, I feel dizzy and weak in the morning.
Topic 3|Typing
- Do you prefer typing or handwriting?
提示|I prefer handwriting because it helps me remember things more deeply.
- Do you type on a desktop or laptop keyboard every day?
提示|Yes, I type on a laptop keyboard every day, especially when I study. Besides that, I also type with my fingers on a screen.
- When did you learn how to type on a keyboard?
提示|I learned how to type when I was a child. My primary school taught us how to use a computer.
Part 2|Cue Card
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Now I'm going to give you a topic, and I'd like you to talk about it for one to two minutes. Before you talk, you'll have one minute to think about what you're going to say. You can make some notes if you wish. Do you understand?
Describe a perfect job you would like to have in the future
You should say:
- What it is
- How you knew it
- What you need to learn to get this job
- And explain why you think it is a perfect job for you
提示|The ideal job I am looking for in the future is landscape designer, which I regard as my perfect job. I first learned about this profession when I attended a design exhibition during high school. I was deeply impressed by those amazing landscape works, which perfectly combined nature and art. After doing some research, I realized this was a career I really wanted to pursue.
To qualify for this position, I need to make constant efforts. I have to systematically learn professional courses, including landscape architecture, planning knowledge, and design software. Apart from theoretical knowledge, I also need to gain practical experience through internships. Meanwhile, I need to keep improving my aesthetic taste and creative thinking.
This job is absolutely ideal for me for several reasons. For one thing, I have always been obsessed with nature and art, so working in this field can fulfill my personal interests. For another, it is a meaningful job because I can design comfortable and beautiful public spaces for people and make the environment better. Moreover, this career requires constant innovation, which means I will always have new goals.
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- Do you think this job will be easy to get?
提示|No, I don't think it will be easy to get. I need to learn professional knowledge, improve my design skills, and gain practical experience through internships. But I still think it is worth working hard for because I am really interested in this field.
提示|In my opinion, people should consider several things when choosing jobs. First, they should think about salary and job security, because these help cover daily costs. Second, they should consider their personal interests and skills. Third, work-life balance is also important.
- What kind of job can be called a ‘dream job’?
提示|A dream job is subjective, but it usually has some common traits. It sits at the intersection of enjoyment, competence, purpose, and fair reward. It should be meaningful and challenging, but not overwhelming.
- Is salary the main reason why people choose a certain job?
提示|Salary is a key factor, but I don't think it is the main reason for most people. It is essential for covering housing, food, and family needs, so it often comes first when people start their careers. However, beyond a certain income level, non-financial factors become more important, such as job satisfaction, purpose, personal growth, and work-life balance. Many people leave high-paying jobs because of burnout or a lack of meaning. So salary is a necessary foundation, but it is not the ultimate goal.
- What kind of jobs are the most popular in your country?
提示|In China, AI and technology-driven jobs are among the most sought-after jobs. For example, algorithm engineers, AI researchers, and software developers are in high demand. The internet sector, including e-commerce, content creation, and big data, continues to attract many talented young adults. At the same time, civil servants, teachers, and healthcare professionals remain popular because of stability and good benefits. Additionally, service jobs and green-energy jobs are growing fast. Overall, technology, stability, and flexibility define today's job trends.
提示|Yes. When I was two years old, my family adopted a little rabbit.
- Have you ever visited a zoo?
提示|Yes, I visited a zoo when I was eight years old. I liked it because I could see a lot of animals there.
- Are there many people keeping pets in your country?
提示|Of course. When I take a walk in my garden or around my neighbourhood, I can see many people walking their dogs or playing with their cats.
- Where do you prefer to keep your pet, indoors or outdoors?
提示|I prefer to keep pets outdoors because pets need sunshine and space to run around. Sunshine is beneficial for both humans and animals, and it is good for pets to spend time outside.
Topic 2|Spare time
- Do you often have free time?
提示|I used to have a lot of free time, but nowadays I am busy preparing for my exam.
- Do you have more free time on weekdays or at weekends?
提示|I have more free time at weekends because on weekdays I am busy with classes and exam preparation.
- Which day do you have more free time on, Saturday or Sunday?
提示|I have more free time on Saturday. On Saturdays, I can take a walk or spend time with my family, but on Sundays I have classes.
- Would you like to have more free time in the future?
提示|Yes, I would. More free time would allow me to take a break and do things I personally enjoy.
Topic 3|Old buildings
- Have you ever seen old buildings in the city?
提示|Yes. In my city, the Forbidden City is a very famous old building.
- Do you prefer living in an old building or a modern house?
提示|I prefer living in a modern house because modern houses are usually more energy-efficient and have better infrastructure. Their layouts are also more suitable for today's needs.
- Do you think we should preserve old buildings in cities?
提示|Yes, we should. Old buildings are symbols of a city's history, and they are also crucial cultural heritage.
- Are there any old buildings you want to see in the future? Why?
提示|Yes. I would like to visit the Forbidden City, Jingshan Park, Wanchun Pavilion, and the Summer Palace because they are important historical places in Beijing.
Part 2|Cue Card
提示|Examiner script
Now I'm going to give you a topic, and I'd like you to talk about it for one to two minutes. Before you talk, you'll have one minute to think about what you're going to say. You can make some notes if you wish. Do you understand?
Describe a time when you changed an important opinion of yours
You should say:
- When you changed your opinion
- What the original opinion was
- Why you changed it
- And explain how you felt about the experience
提示|One significant time when I changed a core opinion of mine was roughly two years ago. For a long time, I believed that working alone was far better than teamwork. I thought discussing ideas with others would slow down progress, and that I could finish tasks more efficiently by myself.
This idea was completely overturned when I joined a school project. Our task was to finish a research report and give a presentation. At the beginning, I tried to do most of the work by myself and refused to cooperate. Soon, I felt exhausted, and my work was full of flaws.
Later, I chose to listen to my teammates and divide the work properly. We shared ideas, corrected each other's mistakes, and solved problems together. In the end, our project turned out to be excellent and won first prize in a Beijing city-level competition.
This experience left me with deep thoughts. I felt ashamed of my previous narrow mindset. I came to realize that teamwork can combine everyone's strengths and create better results than working alone. More importantly, I learned that we should never stick to fixed views. Listening to others and adjusting our opinions properly is a valuable skill for both study and life.
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- Do you often change your opinions?
提示|Not very often, but I do change my opinions when I find strong reasons to do so. I think it is important to stay open-minded and adjust my views when I realize that my original idea is not the best one.
- When do most children begin to have their own opinions?
提示|I think most children begin to form their own opinions when they enter primary school. At that stage, they gain more knowledge and social experience, so their thoughts gradually become more complete.
- Whose opinions are more important to children, their parents' or teachers'?
提示|It depends on their age. Younger children rely heavily on their parents and value their ideas the most. Once they attend school, teachers also play a more important role in their daily lives, and children's attitudes toward study or behaviour may be strongly influenced by teachers.
- Do children communicate more with teachers or with parents?
提示|I think children talk more with their parents. They stay with their parents after school and share daily stories and feelings with them. They usually talk to teachers mainly about study at school.
- Who do young people like to share opinions with?
提示|Young people prefer to share their thoughts with friends first because they are similar in age and may have similar hobbies and experiences, so they can understand each other well. Sometimes they also talk to their parents. Nowadays, many young people also share their opinions online, as long as the topic is not too personal and they have thought it through carefully.
- Did you often watch films when you were a child?
提示|Yes, I often watched films when I was a child.
- How often do you watch films?
提示|I watch films about twice a month.
- What films do you like?
提示|I like warm films about family, friendship, and love, such as family films, comedies, and romantic films.
Topic 2|Gifts
- Have you ever sent handmade gifts to others?
提示|Yes. When I was nine years old, I gave my mother a handmade hat.
- What do you consider when choosing a gift?
提示|First, I consider whether the gift is useful. Second, I think about the price and appearance. I should also consider the other person's interests and taste.
Topic 3|Cars
- Did you enjoy traveling by car when you were a kid?
提示|Yes. Traveling by car gave me more freedom, and I could enjoy the scenery on the way to the destination.
- Do you think car colours are important?
提示|Yes, to some extent. For example, white cars can get dirty easily, so I think colour can affect how easy a car is to maintain.
- Will you buy an expensive car in the future?
提示|I'm not sure, but maybe I will. An expensive car can be seen as a status symbol, so some people may choose one for that reason.
Part 2|Cue Card
提示|Examiner script
Now I'm going to give you a topic, and I'd like you to talk about it for one to two minutes. Before you talk, you'll have one minute to think about what you're going to say. You can make some notes if you wish. Do you understand?
Describe an important decision that you made
You should say:
- What the decision was
- How you made your decision
- What the results of the decision were
- And explain why it was important
提示|Today I will talk about an important decision I made three years ago, which was choosing my major for university. It was a life-changing decision for me. Before making up my mind, I hesitated for a long time. I had two different options: one was a more traditional and stable major, and the other was a field I was truly passionate about.
To make a good decision, I didn't choose blindly. I thought carefully about my strengths, my hobbies, and my future development. I also asked my teachers and parents for advice. I weighed the advantages and disadvantages of each choice and tried to imagine what my future life would be like. Eventually, I decided to follow my real interest and chose the major I loved the most, which is finance.
The result of this decision has been really positive. After starting my studies, I found myself much more motivated. I enjoy my classes, study actively, and am willing to improve myself every day. Unlike many students who feel tired or confused about their studies, I feel fulfilled and focused.
I believe this decision was extremely important for me. First, it shaped my future study direction and my possible future career. Second, it taught me a valuable lesson: we should make decisions based on our own interests and situations instead of simply following others. Most importantly, it taught me how to become a more mature adult.
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- Was it difficult for you to make this decision?
提示|Yes, it was quite difficult because I had to think about both stability and my real interests. I hesitated for a long time, but after comparing the choices carefully and asking for advice, I finally made a decision that suited me.
- Do you think advertisements can influence our decisions when shopping?
提示|Yes, I think advertisements can influence our choices when we shop. If an advertisement is funny or memorable, I may notice the product and consider whether I should buy it. A good advertisement can also leave a deep impression of a product or a brand.
- What important decisions do teenagers need to make after graduation?
提示|Teenagers need to make several important decisions after graduation. For example, they should consider what major or university to choose, whether to study in another city or stay near their hometown, and what future direction they want to take.
- How do people usually make important decisions?
提示|People usually consider both the positive and negative influences before making important decisions. They may weigh the advantages and disadvantages, and they may also ask their parents, friends, or even artificial intelligence for advice.
- Who can children turn to for help when making a decision?
提示|Children can turn to their parents or teachers because they can give them the right direction and help reduce the chance of making big mistakes. Friends can also be helpful sometimes, but they may have the same confusion. Artificial intelligence can be useful for older children, but very young children may not know how to use it properly.