IELTS Speaking Practice 13 Test 02
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Introduction and Interview
Answer familiar questions naturally and directly.
Do you live in a house or an apartment?
I live in an apartment with my younger brother. It's fairly small, but it's close to my workplace and public transport, so the location makes everyday life much easier.
What’s your favorite room in your home?
My favorite room is the living room because it has a large window and gets plenty of sunlight. I usually read there on weekends, and we sometimes watch films there in the evening.
Would you like to move to a different place in the future?
Yes, eventually I'd like to move somewhere quieter with a little more space. I don't need a huge home, but having a balcony and a separate study area would be nice.
What do you usually do in the evening?
I normally cook something simple, take a shower and then relax for a while. I might watch a series, read, or call a friend if I haven't spoken to them recently.
Do you prefer spending evenings alone or with others?
On weekdays, I usually prefer being alone because I've already spent the day around other people. At weekends, though, I enjoy meeting friends for dinner or going somewhere together.
What makes a perfect evening for you?
A perfect evening is quite simple for me: good food, no urgent work and enough time to relax. If the weather is nice, I'd also enjoy a slow walk before going home.
Do you reward yourself after hard work?
Yes, I do, especially after finishing something difficult. The reward doesn't have to be expensive. Sometimes I just order a favorite meal or give myself an evening without thinking about work.
What kind of rewards do you like?
I prefer small experiences rather than expensive gifts. A nice dinner, a film at the cinema or a short day trip feels more rewarding to me than buying something I don't really need.
Do you think rewards help people stay motivated?
Yes, if they're used sensibly. A small reward can give people something to look forward to while working toward a goal. But if the reward becomes the only reason for doing something, motivation may disappear afterwards.
Long Turn
Speak continuously and develop the cue card as one natural response.
Describe a time you visited a bookstore
- Where the bookstore was
- Why you went there
- What you looked for or bought
- Why you like or dislike bookstores
A bookstore I really enjoyed visiting was a large independent shop near the city center last year. I had passed it several times before, but one Saturday afternoon I finally went inside because I wanted to find a book about personal finance for beginners. The store had three floors, with fiction downstairs and history, business and travel books upstairs. I spent much longer there than I expected because the shelves were well organized and there were handwritten recommendation cards from the staff. I eventually bought a book about managing money and building better spending habits. What I liked most was being able to pick up several books, read a few pages and compare them before choosing one. Online shopping is faster, but it doesn't give me the same sense of discovery. The shop also had a small café, so I ordered coffee and started reading the first chapter before I left. I still remember the visit because the book turned out to be genuinely useful. It made me start tracking my monthly expenses, and I became more careful about unnecessary purchases. I don't visit bookstores every week, but experiences like that remind me why physical shops can still be enjoyable even when almost everything is available online.
Do you often think about this book?
Yes, sometimes. I still use a few of the budgeting ideas from it, so I think about the book whenever I review my monthly spending.
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Discussion
Develop your ideas with reasons, examples, comparisons or qualifications where they fit.
Do you think physical bookstores will remain important in the future?
Yes, although they may become less common. Physical bookstores offer something digital stores can't fully copy: people can browse without knowing exactly what they want, look through several books and get recommendations from staff. They can also function as community spaces for talks or reading events. However, they need to adapt because many customers buy routine purchases online. I think the strongest bookstores will survive by offering a pleasant experience rather than competing only on price.
Why do some people still enjoy visiting bookstores in the digital age?
Many people enjoy the physical experience of browsing shelves and discovering books by accident. In a bookstore, you can judge the size, design and writing style immediately, and there is no need to wait for delivery. Some people also like the quiet atmosphere because it feels different from ordinary shopping. Digital stores are more efficient, but they usually direct people toward what algorithms predict they'll like, while a physical store can lead to unexpected discoveries.
Why is reading still important today?
Reading is still important because it helps people understand complex ideas in more depth than short videos or social posts usually allow. It also develops concentration, vocabulary and the ability to follow an argument over several pages. Of course, people can learn from many forms of media now, so books aren't the only valuable source. Still, regular reading trains a kind of sustained attention that is useful for study, work and making sense of complicated issues.
Do young people read differently from older people?
Yes, I think so. Younger people often read more on phones, websites and social media, while older readers may be more comfortable with printed books or newspapers. Younger readers may also move between text, video and audio more quickly. That doesn't necessarily mean they read less; the format is simply different. The challenge is that short digital content can encourage constant switching, so some young people may find long, uninterrupted reading harder than previous generations did.
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