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BEST IELTS Speaking Interview, 26th December
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PART – 1 INTRO
What is your full name?
My name is Vishakha Shyna.
How may I address you?
You may address me as Vishakha.
May I see your identification?
Sure, here you go.
Have you ever borrowed books from others?
Yes, I have! Actually, my friends and I often have a book exchange. I see it as a waste of money to buy every book you want to read, so it’s very effective to do this! I always look forward to the books I’ll get from them.
Have you ever borrowed money from others?
Who hasn’t? It isn’t something I enjoy doing, but something that has been necessary at certain points. For example, one time my washing machine and oven broke simultaneously (at the same time), so I asked my father if he could lend me some money to get a new one. I, of course, paid him back as soon as I could.
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Do you like to lend things to others?
I would say so. To be honest, I’m always skeptical when I lend money to people because I’m afraid they won’t pay me back, but I do it for family members and friends when they need it anyway. Fortunately, I have friends and family that will willingly do the same for me.
How do you feel when people don’t return things they borrowed from you?
Upset, of course. I am a person of my word, so I feel upset when others aren’t. I have been very irritated several times when people, especially my little sister, has borrowed something from me and lost or damaged it. However, if it wasn’t something very valuable, I try to remember that it isn’t the end of the world.
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PART – 2 CUE CARD
Talk about a TV programme which you like
You should say:
– The name of the programme
– What happens in this programme
– How often you watch it
Explain why you like this programme
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SAMPLE ANSWER
Watching TV is my favourite pastime. Even though I am an adolescent, my preferences still tend to lean towards cartoons and animated shows.
Today, I’m going to talk about an animated TV show I love. It is called My Little Pony (MLP). This show is about a pony named Twilight Sparkle who is introduced to us as an exceptionally studious and workaholic character.
Along with her friends she goes on to becoming a protector of Equestria through the magic of friendship. As the show only airs on Sundays, I tend to watch it weekly.
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The programme is oddly enjoyable due to the fact that it has a deep character study and simply because it is immensely imaginative. It hoists a surprisingly large fandom of mostly males aged 15 and above which is ironic as it was created for girls up to 15. The show is known for its plot twists and humour and especially the breaking of the fifth dimension.
Another appealing aspect of the show is its amazing capability of inspiration making the fandom dominate several huge web galleries. As odd as it may sound, the fandom creation of products makes the show even more enticing and debatable. So, as you can guess, I always look forward to a Sunday.
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PART – 3 FOLLOW UPS QUESTIONS
1. Are drama series popular in your country? Why?
Sadly, no. Although Gossip Girls was a phenomenon in America, not many people were aware of it in my country. I believe the limited exposure to foreign culture – especially American – as well as the unavailability of cable TV at that time were two main reasons. The very first episode was aired in 2007, roughly 10 years ago and during that time, my country was not as open and liberated as it is now.
Therefore, American drama series such as Gossip Girls with lots of unfamiliar practices and lifestyle were not particularly well-received, which also leads us to the second point. Since Gossip Girls contained several sensitive contents, not overly but still, it was not broadcast on TV or other online websites. However, things have changed considerably and nowadays, some youngsters have started to watch the show as it is highly recommended and really enjoy it.
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2. What is the difference between young people and old people’s favorite TV drama? Why?
Youngsters and older people may have some different taste in TV drama, but not by much, I believe. Young adults are more into movies with lots of excitement or supernatural factors such as science-fiction, thriller, superhero or comedy. Some of the most popular TV drama series
nowadays like Games of Thrones, The Walking Dead or Supernatural all fall under these categories. Meanwhile, older generations tend to value shows that have certain meanings or messages rather than visual effects themselves. Family-friendly dramas or sit-coms are some of their favorites. However, there are also exceptions.
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3. Do you think TV dramas reflect what happens in the reality of society?
As far as I am concerned, many TV series have been inspired from real-life materials, which proves to be an endless source for writers and movie makers. They are sometimes based on actual events and added some fictional factors for more excitement. Lots of social aspects have been depicted on screen like political issues, crimes, violence and so on.
Despite being exaggerated sometimes (or not), these shows somehow reflect current situations in reality. TV dramas such as House of Cards, Suits and most recently, 13 Reasons Why are attracting more and more viewers for their compelling and real-life contents.
4. Do you think people will change their preference of TV dramas when getting older?
I suppose that is likely to happen since most things change over a course of time and so does our taste in TV programs. This may result from the changes in our perception of life and surroundings as we grown into maturity. For instance, when you were a kid, cartoons or other colorful and energetic TV shows such as Tom & Jerry and Teletubbies were your favorite even though you didn’t understand them.
However, during your teenage years, you preferred chick flicks like Twilight or Mean Girls since you adored irresistible vampires and happy-ending romance. If these are any signs, adulthood will surely change your appetite in TV series, too and shows with more complicated plots and characters like House of Cards or Scandal might suit your taste better.
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5. What is the difference between foreign dramas and ones in your country?
I think there are a lot to mention, since the differences are quite significant. The first thing is the plot. The social practices and situations between my country and the others are different in many ways, therefore, dramas reflect different issues since they are mostly based on reality. Besides, technology in film industry here is not as advanced as those in foreign films. Their visual or other special effects have reached another level and we still have a lot to catch up.
6. What is the influence of foreign show on people in your country?
It’s quite true that whatever people watch will have some certain effects on them, which is why government has strict control over all the programs currently broadcasting, especially foreign ones. Due to significant differences in lifestyle and the way of thinking, national viewers might find it strange at first, however, constant exposure to international programs will get them familiarize with foreign practice, building cultural tolerance and understanding.
Additionally, people can get a better view of the world since they are taken to different places, visiting breathtakingly beautiful destinations where they may never have a chance to travel to.
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