IELTS Speaking Practice 16 Test 04
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Introduction and Interview
Answer familiar questions naturally and directly.
What are you studying?
I’m studying digital marketing at the moment. The course covers website content, search engines, social media, and basic data analysis, so it feels quite practical.
Why did you choose this subject?
I chose it because I’m interested in how businesses reach people online. I also wanted a subject where I could apply what I learn to real projects quite quickly.
What do you find most challenging about your studies?
The most challenging part is analysing data and understanding what it actually means. Looking at numbers is easy, but explaining why people behaved in a certain way takes more thought.
Have you ever tried vegetarian food?
Yes, many times. I’ve had vegetarian noodles, tofu dishes, vegetable curries, and meat-free burgers. Some of them were much better than I expected.
Do you think vegetarian diets are healthy?
Yes, if the diet is balanced. People still need enough protein, iron, and other nutrients, so simply removing meat without thinking about nutrition isn’t automatically healthy.
Would you like to be a vegetarian in the future?
Probably not completely. I enjoy vegetarian meals and could eat less meat, but I don’t currently feel a strong reason to remove it from my diet altogether.
Do you buy souvenir photos when traveling?
Not usually. I might buy one if it’s taken at a special attraction, but most of the time I just use my own phone or camera.
Do you prefer souvenirs or photos as memories?
I prefer photos because they don’t take up physical space and they capture the actual place or moment. I sometimes buy a small souvenir as well.
How do you store travel memories?
I keep most photos in cloud storage and organise the better ones into folders by trip. I also back them up so I don’t lose everything if my phone breaks.
Long Turn
Speak continuously and develop the cue card as one natural response.
Describe a time you made a drink at home
- What drink you made
- Why you made it
- How you made it
- How it tasted
A drink I made at home that I remember well was iced lemon tea during a very hot weekend last summer. I had bought a similar drink from cafés several times, but I thought it seemed simple enough to make myself and would be much cheaper. I started by brewing two black tea bags in a large glass jug with hot water. I left the tea a little stronger than usual because I knew the ice would dilute it later. While it was cooling, I sliced a fresh lemon and squeezed some of the juice into the jug. I added a small spoonful of honey instead of a lot of sugar, stirred everything together, and put it in the refrigerator for about an hour. When it was cold, I poured it over ice and added a few lemon slices. The result was better than I expected. It was slightly bitter from the tea, fresh from the lemon, and only mildly sweet, which is how I prefer drinks. I ended up making another batch a few days later. Since then, I’ve realised that some drinks I used to buy outside are actually very easy to prepare at home.
Do you often think about this experience?
Yes, occasionally, especially in hot weather. I still make a similar version sometimes because it’s simple, inexpensive, and I can control how sweet it is.
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Discussion
Develop your ideas with reasons, examples, comparisons or qualifications where they fit.
Why do some people prefer making drinks at home instead of buying them?
Making drinks at home is usually cheaper, and people can control exactly what goes into them. Someone who dislikes very sweet drinks can use less sugar, while another person can choose a particular type of coffee, tea, or milk. It can also become part of a relaxing routine. Buying a drink is more convenient when people are outside, but at home there’s often little reason to pay café prices for something simple.
How do drinks reflect personal lifestyle and taste?
Drink choices can reveal a lot about routine and preference. Someone who buys strong coffee every morning may have a busy work schedule, while another person might prefer herbal tea as part of a calmer evening routine. Cultural background also matters, because certain teas or traditional drinks are linked to particular meals and social habits. Of course, one drink doesn’t define a person, but repeated choices can reflect lifestyle, health goals, and taste.
How can families encourage better eating and drinking habits?
Families can make healthier choices easier by keeping water, fruit, and nutritious food available at home instead of relying heavily on sugary drinks and processed snacks. Adults also influence children through their own habits. If parents constantly drink soft drinks, simply telling children to choose water may not be very convincing. Cooking together can help as well because children learn what goes into their food and become more comfortable with different ingredients.
Why are daily food and drink choices important for health?
Small choices are repeated every day, so their effects accumulate. One sugary drink or unhealthy meal won’t determine someone’s health, but having them several times a day for years can contribute to problems. Daily choices also affect energy, concentration, and weight, not just long-term disease risk. That’s why realistic habits are more useful than occasional extreme diets. People usually benefit more from consistent, moderate improvements than from short periods of perfect eating.
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