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What kind of clothes do you like to wear?
I usually wear my school uniform on weekdays because I am required to wear it at school. On weekends, I like wearing comfortable clothes.
On weekends, what kind of clothes do you like wearing?
On weekends, I like wearing comfortable clothes, such as T-shirts, because they are convenient and help me keep cool.
What color clothes do you like?
My favorite color for clothes is black. I like black clothes because the stains are not that obvious, so I don't have to wash them that often.
Do you like wearing T-shirts?
Yes, I do. I like wearing T-shirts because they are convenient, and they help me keep cool.
Do you like looking at yourself in the mirror?
No, I don't. I don't like looking at myself in the mirror because sometimes I feel anxious about my appearance.
Would you use mirrors to decorate your room?
No, I don't think so. Placing a mirror in my room can be a little bit weird, so I would not use mirrors to decorate my room.
What do you do right after getting up or waking up early?
The first thing I do in the morning is wash my face. If I'm in a rush, I only wash my face and go to class.
Do you think breakfast is important to you?
Yes, I do think breakfast is important for me, but sometimes I skip breakfast if I'm in a rush.
Describe someone who wears unusual clothes.
This is a tough question because there are not that many people in my life who wear strange clothes. I am a student, and at school everybody usually wears school uniforms. But there was one time at a school party when my English teacher Barton wore something very strange.
Barton is my foreign English teacher. He is patient and has a good temper. He is usually quiet, and he is not a very active talker. However, on the day of the school party, he dressed very differently from usual.
It was an informal school party, so teachers dressed differently from their normal professional clothes. Barton misunderstood the event and thought it was a cosplay party, so he dressed up as Zeus. He wore a large white robe, a fake beard, and he also held a thunderbolt.
Nobody else dressed up exactly like him, so he became the center of attention at the party. At first, it was a little embarrassing, but everyone laughed, and it was actually quite fun. I think sometimes people can dress strangely just for fun.
Why do people wear unusual clothes?
I think people usually dress to be normal because they want to blend in and they don't want too much attention. However, some people dress in unusual ways because they want to show their personality. They want to express their unique character, and they may also want attention. I guess everybody is different. Some people want to avoid being seen, but others want to be noticed.
Should schools have dress code? In other words, do you think schools should require students to wear school uniform?
I don't think schools should force every student to wear a school uniform. One reason is that uniforms can be uncomfortable. Sometimes they come in the same size, and they don't fit everybody. Also, it depends on the quality of the school uniform. If the uniform is good quality, it may look nice and feel comfortable. But if the school buys very cheap uniforms, they may be ugly, uncomfortable, and hard to wear.
Do clothes show a person's personality?
Yes, I think clothes can show a person's personality. For example, a person who wears red clothes may look outgoing and passionate. A quiet and shy person might choose blue clothes or other cool colors. If a person is energetic and likes doing sports, they might wear sports clothes. If someone wants to show that he or she is rich, they might wear expensive designer brands.
Describe a time when your plans changed. You should say what your original plan was, why it changed, what you did instead, and explain how you felt about the change.
This is a difficult question because I don't usually change my plans, but I can talk about one time a few months ago when my plan changed.
My friends Eric and Jason and I planned to go to a famous Chinese restaurant in the city center. The restaurant was very popular on social media, and everybody was talking about it, so we decided to try it. Our original plan was to take a taxi to the restaurant, finish our meal, and then watch a movie.
However, when we took a taxi, there was a traffic accident, so we got stuck in traffic. By the time we got to the restaurant, they were about to close. We couldn't order anything, and we didn't have time to go to another restaurant before the movie started. We had already bought the tickets, so we had to go to the movie first.
The movie was very long. It was about two and a half hours, and we were so hungry during the movie that I couldn't even focus on the story. After the movie, we were starving, so we decided to eat at the first restaurant we saw. It was a hamburger place, so we went in and ordered hamburgers, French fries, chicken wings, and a whole lot of ice cream.
In the end, it was a nice surprise. Although the plan changed and we didn't get to eat at the Chinese restaurant, we still enjoyed the movie and had a nice meal.
Why do plans often change?
I think plans often change because there are many unexpected things in life. For example, traffic jams and weather conditions can change our plans. Maybe you planned a picnic outdoors, but suddenly you see that a storm is coming, so you have to change the plan. Sometimes people get sick, and sometimes people simply change their minds because their mood changes.
Are young people good at adapting to changes?
Yes, I think young people are usually good at adapting to changes. Young people have flexible minds, and they can think on their feet when there is a problem. They can come up with new plans and different solutions more easily. Also, young people are on social media all the time, so they can find information very quickly. If one restaurant closes, they can find many other restaurants. If the weather changes and they cannot have a picnic, they can find something fun to do indoors in five minutes.
Is planning always necessary?
I don't think planning is always necessary. A well-organized plan can help us organize our time, but planning sometimes restricts our options and choices. Without a fixed plan, people can make more flexible choices and sometimes get a better result. Also, sometimes the fun is in the surprises. If you plan everything out, you already know what is going to happen. Making plans can also be stressful because if one thing changes, it may mess up the whole plan.