IELTS VOCABULARY

 

Band 8 Vocabulary for School Uniform Essays

• sense of belonging
• social equality
• school identity
• dress code
• financial burden
• peer pressure
• socio-economic background
• reduce distractions
• promote discipline
• foster unity
• personal expression
• equality among students
• educational environment
• sense of community

Advanced Vocabulary for Every Topic

remarkable

sustainable

productive

practical

transformative

accessible

efficient

beneficial

significant

substantial

positive influence

social development

economic growth

overall well-being

long-term progress

Useful IELTS Collocations

strike a balance between

play a vital role in

contribute significantly to

have a positive impact on

result in

foster creativity

promote healthy development

enhance cognitive skills

lay the foundation for future success

Advantages of Reading Books

High-Scoring Vocabulary

reading habit

intellectual development

broaden knowledge

expand vocabulary

critical thinking skills

imagination and creativity

academic performance

concentration span

lifelong learning

cognitive development

Disadvantages of Excessive TV & Gaming

High-Scoring Vocabulary

screen addiction

sedentary lifestyle

excessive screen time

poor eyesight

lack of physical activity

reduced concentration

social isolation

unhealthy habits

behavioural problems

negative health consequences

Benefits of TV and Computer Games

High-Level Vocabulary

educational programmes

problem-solving skills

decision-making abilities

technological literacy

digital skills

hand-eye coordination

interactive learning

cognitive abilities

IELTS | TASK-1 | ACADEMIC

 

CATEGORY	VOCABULARY / PHRASES	EXAMPLE
Highest Figures	stood at	The figure for Canada stood at 45%.
	accounted for	Car sales accounted for 40% of the total.
	reached	The percentage reached 60% in 2020.
	experienced	The sector experienced substantial growth.
	was considerably higher than	The figure for men was considerably higher than that for women.
Comparisons	similarly	Similarly, Germany recorded high figures.
	meanwhile	Meanwhile, the figure for France declined.
	in contrast	In contrast, Australia showed lower percentages.
	respectively	The figures were 40% and 30% respectively.
	compared to	Compared to Italy, Spain recorded higher numbers.
Increase Vocabulary	rose steadily	The number rose steadily throughout the period.
	increased gradually	Sales increased gradually between 2000 and 2010.
	climbed significantly	The figure climbed significantly to 80%.
	witnessed growth	The industry witnessed growth over the decade.
	experienced a sharp rise	The population experienced a sharp rise in 2015.
Decrease Vocabulary	declined considerably	The percentage declined considerably after 2010.
	dropped gradually	The number dropped gradually over the years.
	fell sharply	Sales fell sharply in 2008.
	experienced a downward trend	The figures experienced a downward trend.
Stable Vocabulary	remained stable	The figure remained stable at 20%.
	stayed constant	The percentage stayed constant throughout the period.
	showed little change	The number showed little change over time.
	fluctuated slightly	The figures fluctuated slightly between 30% and 35%.
High-Level Comparisons	considerably higher than	The figure was considerably higher than the previous year.
	significantly lower than	The percentage was significantly lower than that of Canada.
	relatively similar	Both countries showed relatively similar trends.
	by contrast	By contrast, Germany recorded the lowest figure.
	compared to	Compared to males, females recorded higher percentages.
	whereas	Canada increased, whereas Australia declined.
	while	While France remained stable, Spain experienced growth.
	respectively	The figures stood at 60% and 40% respectively. IELTS Task 1 Complete Vocabulary Guide (Band 8+) Category Vocabulary / Phrases Example Introduction illustrates The graph illustrates... compares The chart compares... presents information about The table presents information about... shows data on The chart shows data on... Overview Overall, it is evident that... Overall, it is evident that sales increased. Overall, the most noticeable feature is that... Overall, the most noticeable feature is that Canada recorded the highest figure. In general... In general, all categories experienced growth. LINE GRAPH VOCABULARY Increase Vocabulary Example rose steadily Sales rose steadily over the period. increased gradually The figure increased gradually. climbed significantly The population climbed significantly. grew considerably The industry grew considerably. witnessed growth The sector witnessed growth. experienced a sharp rise The number experienced a sharp rise. surged Prices surged dramatically. soared The figure soared to 90%. jumped The percentage jumped sharply. escalated Costs escalated rapidly. Decrease Vocabulary Example declined considerably The figure declined considerably. dropped gradually The number dropped gradually. fell sharply Sales fell sharply. decreased steadily The percentage decreased steadily. plummeted The figure plummeted dramatically. experienced a downward trend The figures experienced a downward trend. dipped slightly The percentage dipped slightly. deteriorated The numbers deteriorated over time. Stability Vocabulary Example remained stable The figure remained stable. stayed constant The percentage stayed constant. showed little change The number showed little change. remained unchanged The figure remained unchanged. levelled off The trend levelled off. plateaued The figures plateaued after 2010. Fluctuation Vocabulary Example fluctuated slightly The figures fluctuated slightly. fluctuated considerably Prices fluctuated considerably. varied The percentage varied over time. experienced fluctuations The trend experienced fluctuations. PIE CHART VOCABULARY Describing Proportions Vocabulary Example accounted for Transport accounted for 30%. represented Education represented 20%. comprised Housing comprised 25%. constituted Food constituted the largest share. made up Tourism made up 15%. contributed to Industry contributed to total pollution. Largest Categories Vocabulary Example accounted for the largest proportion Education accounted for the largest proportion. dominated the chart Housing dominated the chart. represented the highest percentage Transport represented the highest percentage. topped the list Food topped the list. Smallest Categories Vocabulary Example represented the smallest proportion Leisure represented the smallest proportion. accounted for the lowest percentage Agriculture accounted for the lowest percentage. made up only Tourism made up only 5%. remained minimal The figure remained minimal. TABLE VOCABULARY Comparing Data Vocabulary Example stood at The figure stood at 40%. recorded Canada recorded the highest figure. reached The percentage reached 60%. exceeded Sales exceeded expectations. was considerably higher than Canada's figure was considerably higher than Australia's. Similarities Vocabulary Example similarly Similarly, Germany recorded growth. likewise Likewise, France experienced an increase. followed a similar trend Both countries followed a similar trend. was comparable to Canada's figure was comparable to Australia's. Contrasts Vocabulary Example in contrast In contrast, Germany recorded lower figures. by contrast By contrast, Australia declined. whereas Canada increased whereas Australia decreased. while While sales increased, profits declined. however However, the figure dropped later. HIGH-LEVEL COMPARISON VOCABULARY Vocabulary Example considerably higher than The figure was considerably higher than that of France. significantly lower than The percentage was significantly lower than Canada's. marginally higher than The figure was marginally higher than Germany's. slightly lower than The percentage was slightly lower than Italy's. relatively similar Both figures were relatively similar. nearly identical The figures were nearly identical. respectively The figures stood at 40% and 30% respectively. NUMBERS & DATA Vocabulary Example stood at The figure stood at 45%. reached a peak of Sales reached a peak of 80%. hit a low of The figure hit a low of 10%. climbed to The percentage climbed to 60%. fell to The figure fell to 20%. from...to It rose from 20% to 50%. by It increased by 30%. BAND 8+ COMPLEX SENTENCES While While Canada recorded the highest figure, Germany accounted for the lowest. Whereas The percentage for men was 60%, whereas the figure for women was only 40%. Although Although sales increased steadily, they remained below the target level. Not Only...But Also The number of visitors not only increased significantly but also exceeded expectations. Compared To Compared to Australia, Canada recorded considerably higher figures. Respectively The figures for Canada and Australia stood at 55% and 48% respectively. By Contrast Canada experienced substantial growth. By contrast, Germany witnessed a decline. Despite Despite a slight decline in 2010, the overall trend remained positive. GOLDEN TASK 1 PHRASES • It is evident that... • Overall, the most noticeable feature is... • Accounted for... • Represented... • Constituted... • Stood at... • Recorded the highest/lowest figure... • Reached a peak of... • Hit a low of... • Followed a similar trend... • In contrast... • By comparison... • Respectively... • Meanwhile... • Whereas... • While.. Here are Band 8 sample answers for the three most common IELTS Task 1 question types. 1. BAR CHART – Band 8 Sample Question The bar chart shows the percentage of students choosing five university subjects in 2024. Subject Percentage Business 40% Computer Science 35% Engineering 30% Arts 20% History 10% Sample Answer The bar chart illustrates the percentages of students enrolled in five different university subjects in 2024. Overall, it is evident that Business was the most popular subject, whereas History accounted for the lowest proportion. Furthermore, science-related subjects attracted considerably more students than humanities. Business recorded the highest figure at 40%. Similarly, Computer Science was also highly preferred, accounting for 35% of total enrolments. Engineering followed closely at 30%, which was slightly lower than the proportion for Computer Science. In contrast, Arts and History were less popular among students. Arts represented 20% of enrolments, while only 10% of students chose History. While Business dominated the chart, History remained significantly lower than all other subjects. Word Count: 165 2. LINE GRAPH – Band 8 Sample Question The line graph shows the number of tourists visiting a country between 2000 and 2020. Year Tourists (millions) 2000 2 2005 4 2010 6 2015 8 2020 10 Sample Answer The line graph illustrates the number of tourists visiting a country between 2000 and 2020, measured in millions. Overall, the number of tourists increased steadily throughout the period. Moreover, the figure reached its highest level in 2020. In 2000, the country welcomed approximately 2 million visitors. This figure doubled to 4 million in 2005 before climbing gradually to 6 million in 2010. The upward trend continued over the following decade. By 2015, tourist numbers had risen to 8 million. Subsequently, the figure experienced further growth and reached a peak of 10 million in 2020. Therefore, the country witnessed a fivefold increase in tourist arrivals during the given period. Word Count: 160 3. PIE CHART – Band 8 Sample Question The pie chart shows household expenditure in a country in 2024. Category Percentage Housing 35% Food 25% Transport 20% Entertainment 10% Others 10% Sample Answer The pie chart compares the proportions of household expenditure allocated to different categories in a country in 2024. Overall, housing accounted for the largest share of spending, while entertainment and other expenses represented the smallest proportions. Together, housing and food made up more than half of total expenditure. Housing constituted 35% of overall household spending, making it the most significant category. Food was the second-largest expense, accounting for 25%. Similarly, transport represented a considerable proportion at 20%. In contrast, expenditure on entertainment and other items was relatively low. Each category accounted for 10% of total spending. While housing dominated the chart, entertainment and miscellaneous expenses remained minimal by comparison. Word Count: 165 4. TABLE – Band 8 Sample Question Country Internet Users (%) Canada 90 Australia 85 UK 80 Germany 75 India 60 Sample Answer The table compares the percentages of internet users in five countries. Overall, Canada recorded the highest proportion of internet users, whereas India accounted for the lowest figure. In general, developed countries showed higher internet penetration rates. Canada topped the list with 90% of its population using the internet. Australia followed closely at 85%, while the United Kingdom recorded 80%. These figures were relatively similar and significantly higher than those of the remaining countries. Germany accounted for 75% of internet users, making it the fourth-ranked country. By contrast, India recorded the lowest figure at 60%. Although internet usage was widespread in all five nations, considerable differences remained between the highest and lowest percentages. Word Count: 160 Band 8+ Vocabulary for Maps Verbs for Changes constructed built developed established introduced expanded extended renovated converted into transformed into replaced by demolished removed relocated modernized upgraded Location Vocabulary Directions to the north of to the south of to the east of to the west of in the north-eastern corner in the south-western area in the centre of along adjacent to opposite next to near between Universal Band 8 Map Structure Introduction The maps illustrate the changes that took place in __________ between ______ and ______. Overview Overall, the area experienced substantial development, with several new buildings and facilities being added, while some existing structures were removed or relocated. Body Paragraph 1 In the northern part of the area, __________ was constructed, while __________ was demolished. In addition, __________ was expanded and connected to __________. Body Paragraph 2 Meanwhile, the southern section witnessed considerable redevelopment. The __________ was converted into __________, and a new __________ was established adjacent to __________.  The maps illustrate the changes that took place in a town between 1990 and 2020. Overall, the town underwent significant redevelopment over the period. Several new residential and commercial facilities were constructed, while the transport infrastructure was considerably improved. In 1990, the northern part of the town mainly consisted of farmland and a small residential area. By 2020, the farmland had been completely replaced by a large housing development. In addition, a shopping centre was constructed in the north-eastern corner, providing new commercial facilities for residents. Meanwhile, substantial changes also occurred in the southern part of the town. The old factory located near the river was demolished and replaced by a public park. Furthermore, a new road was built connecting the residential area to the town centre, significantly improving accessibility. The railway station remained in its original location, although a large car park was added adjacent to it. Overall, the town became more modern and urbanized, with improved transport links and a greater number of residential and recreational facilities High-Scoring Phrases to Memorize underwent significant redevelopment witnessed considerable development was demolished and replaced by was converted into transport infrastructure was improved experienced substantial growth remained unchanged became more urbanized was relocated to was expanded considerably .

Duolingo - speaking

 1. Speak about the photo 

Prepare to speak about the image below

You will have 90 seconds to speak

2. Read, than speak 

Prepare to speak about the topic below

You will have 90 seconds to speak

Describe a time you worked with other people on something.

• What did you collaborate on?

• Who did you collaborate with?

• Do you enjoy collaborating with others?

• Why or why not?

  
  

  3. Speaking sample 

  
  

  Prepare to speak about the topic below

  You will have 3 minutes to speak

  Describe a festival, a celebration, or a holiday that you participated in recently. Include specific details in your answer.

  
  

ESOL A1 listening

 

Paragraph 1 — Daily Routine

Paragraph:

“My name is Anna and I live in London with my parents. I usually wake up at 6:30 in the morning. After breakfast, I go to work by bus. I work in a supermarket and start work at 9 a.m. In the evening, I like watching TV and cooking dinner with my mother. At weekends, I visit my friends or go shopping.”

Questions:

1. Where does Anna live?
   → In London
2. Who does she live with?
   → Her parents
3. What time does she wake up?
   → 6:30 a.m.
4. How does she go to work?
   → By bus
5. Where does she work?
   → In a supermarket
6. What does she do in the evening?
   → She watches TV and cooks dinner
7. What does she do at weekends?
   → She visits friends or goes shopping

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Paragraph 2 — Travel

Paragraph:

“Last summer, Ravi went to Manali with his family for a holiday. They travelled by car and stayed in a hotel for five days. During the trip, they visited mountains, local markets, and restaurants. Ravi enjoyed taking photos and trying local food. The weather was cool and pleasant.”

Questions:

1. Where did Ravi go?
   → Manali
2. Who did he go with?
   → His family
3. How did they travel?
   → By car
4. Where did they stay?
   → In a hotel
5. How long did they stay?
   → Five days
6. What did Ravi enjoy?
   → Taking photos and trying local food
7. What was the weather like?
   → Cool and pleasant

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Paragraph 3 — Work

Paragraph:

“Maria works in a hospital as a nurse. She starts work at 8 a.m. every day and finishes at 5 p.m. Her job is sometimes difficult, but she enjoys helping people. During lunch breaks, she talks with her colleagues in the hospital cafeteria. On Sundays, she stays at home and relaxes with her family.”

Questions:

1. Where does Maria work?
   → In a hospital
2. What is her job?
   → She is a nurse
3. What time does she start work?
   → 8 a.m.
4. What time does she finish work?
   → 5 p.m.
5. Does she enjoy her work?
   → Yes, she does
6. Who does she talk with during lunch?
   → Her colleagues
7. What does she do on Sundays?
   → She relaxes with her family

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Paragraph 4 — Studies

Paragraph:

“Ali is a college student and he studies English and computer skills. He goes to college five days a week by train. His favourite subject is English because he wants to improve his communication skills. After classes, he usually studies in the library for two hours.”

Questions:

1. What does Ali study?
   → English and computer skills
2. How does he go to college?
   → By train
3. How many days does he go to college?
   → Five days a week
4. What is his favourite subject?
   → English
5. Why does he like English?
   → To improve communication skills
6. Where does he study after classes?
   → In the library
7. How long does he study there?
   → Two hours

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Paragraph 5 — Shopping

Paragraph:

“Yesterday, Emma went shopping with her sister at a large shopping centre. She bought a black dress and a pair of shoes for a party next week. After shopping, they had coffee in a café and returned home in the evening.”

Questions:

1. Who did Emma go shopping with?
   → Her sister
2. Where did they go shopping?
   → At a shopping centre
3. What did Emma buy?
   → A black dress and shoes
4. Why did she buy them?
   → For a party
5. What did they do after shopping?
   → They had coffee
6. When did they return home?
   → In the evening

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Paragraph 6 — Hobbies

Paragraph:

“John enjoys playing football and listening to music in his free time. Every Saturday, he plays football with his friends in the park near his house. In the evening, he listens to music and watches movies with his younger brother.”

Questions:

1. What are John’s hobbies?
   → Playing football and listening to music
2. When does he play football?
   → Every Saturday
3. Who does he play with?
   → His friends
4. Where does he play football?
   → In the park
5. What does he do in the evening?
   → Listens to music and watches movies
6. Who does he watch movies with?
   → His younger brother

HOME

Sample Answer:

I live in a comfortable flat with my family in Chandigarh. Our flat has three bedrooms, a kitchen, and a small balcony where we sit in the evening. My favourite place in the house is my bedroom because it is quiet and relaxing. Usually, I spend my evenings watching TV, helping my mother with cooking, or talking with my family members. I enjoy living there because the neighbourhood is peaceful and there are many shops and parks nearby.

Follow-up Questions:

• Do you live in a house or flat?
• Which room do you like most?
• Do you help with housework?
• Is your home near shops?
• What do you usually do at home?
• Who do you live with?
• Why do you like your home?

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FUTURE PLANS

Sample Answer:

In the future, I want to become successful and get a good job. I also want to improve my English speaking skills because English is important for communication and career opportunities. Moreover, I would like to travel to different countries and learn about new cultures. One of my biggest goals is to make my family proud and live a happy life.

Follow-up Questions:

• What job would you like in the future?
• Why are you learning English?
• Which country would you like to visit?
• Do you want to study more?
• Where do you want to live?
• What are your goals?
• Do you want to travel with your family?

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FRIENDS

Sample Answer:

I have a few close friends who are very supportive and friendly. We usually spend time together on weekends by shopping, watching movies, or eating in restaurants. My best friend is very honest and always helps me when I have problems. I enjoy spending time with my friends because they make me feel happy and relaxed after a busy day.

Follow-up Questions:

• Who is your best friend?
• How often do you meet your friends?
• What do you usually do together?
• Why do you like your friends?
• Do your friends live nearby?
• Where did you meet them?
• Do you enjoy spending time with friends?

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TRAVEL

Sample Answer:

I enjoy travelling because it helps me relax and learn about different places and cultures. Last year, I visited Delhi with my family during the holidays. We travelled by train and stayed there for four days. During the trip, we visited famous places, ate delicious food, and took many photographs. It was a memorable experience and I would love to travel again in the future.

Follow-up Questions:

• Which places have you visited?
• Who do you travel with?
• How do you usually travel?
• What did you do during your trip?
• Do you enjoy long journeys?
• Where would you like to go next?
• What food did you try there?

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FOOD

Sample Answer:

My favourite food is Indian food, especially pasta, pizza, and spicy dishes. I usually eat homemade meals because they are healthy and delicious. Sometimes, I go to restaurants with my friends and family on weekends. Although I enjoy fast food, I try to eat healthy food such as fruits and vegetables regularly.

Follow-up Questions:

• What is your favourite food?
• Can you cook?
• Do you like spicy food?
• How often do you eat outside?
• What do you usually eat for breakfast?
• Which restaurant do you like?
• Who cooks in your home?

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HOMETOWN

Sample Answer:

I live in Chandigarh, which is a clean and beautiful city. There are many parks, shopping centres, restaurants, and schools in my hometown. I like living there because the environment is peaceful and the people are friendly. Moreover, public transport and markets are easily available, which makes life convenient and comfortable.

Follow-up Questions:

• What do you like about your hometown?
• Is your town big or small?
• Are there parks near your home?
• What is famous in your hometown?
• How long have you lived there?
• Do many tourists visit your town?
• Would you like to live there in the future?

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FAMILY

Sample Answer:

There are five people in my family, including my parents, brother, sister, and me. We are very close to each other and spend quality time together every evening. Usually, we watch television, eat dinner, or discuss our daily activities. My family always supports me in difficult situations, and I feel very lucky to have such caring family members.

Follow-up Questions:

• How many people are in your family?
• Who are you closest to?
• What does your father do?
• Do you help your family at home?
• What do you usually do together?
• How often do you spend time together?
• Why is family important to you?

Paragraph 1 – A Visit to the Park

Listening Text

Last Sunday, Emma went to the park with her sister. They arrived at 10 o'clock in the morning and spent three hours there. They played badminton, ate sandwiches, and took some photographs. Emma enjoyed the day because the weather was sunny and pleasant.

Questions

1. Who went to the park?
2. Who did Emma go with?
3. What time did they arrive?
4. What sport did they play?
5. Why did Emma enjoy the day?

Answers

1. Emma
2. Her sister
3. 10 o'clock
4. Badminton
5. Because the weather was sunny and pleasant

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Paragraph 2 – New Job

Listening Text

John recently started a new job at a supermarket near his house. He works four days a week and helps customers find products. He enjoys his job because he likes meeting new people and learning new skills.

Questions

1. Where does John work?
2. How many days does he work?
3. What does he do?
4. Why does he enjoy the job?

Answers

1. At a supermarket
2. Four days a week
3. He helps customers
4. Because he likes meeting new people and learning new skills

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Paragraph 3 – Family Dinner

Listening Text

On Friday evening, Sarah invited her grandparents to her house for dinner. She cooked pasta and salad for everyone. After dinner, they watched a film together and talked about their holiday plans.

Questions

1. Who visited Sarah?
2. What did she cook?
3. What did they do after dinner?
4. What did they talk about?

Answers

1. Her grandparents
2. Pasta and salad
3. They watched a film
4. Their holiday plans

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Paragraph 4 – Holiday Trip

Listening Text

Last summer, Ahmed travelled to London with his parents. They stayed in a hotel for five days. During the trip, they visited museums, parks, and famous landmarks. Ahmed's favourite place was the London Eye because he could see the whole city.

Questions

1. Where did Ahmed go?
2. Who did he travel with?
3. How long did they stay?
4. What was his favourite place?
5. Why did he like it?

Answers

1. London
2. His parents
3. Five days
4. The London Eye
5. Because he could see the whole city

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Paragraph 5 – College Student

Listening Text

Maria is a college student. She studies English and Mathematics. Every morning, she takes the bus to college at 8 o'clock. In her free time, she enjoys reading books and listening to music.

Questions

1. What does Maria study?
2. How does she travel to college?
3. What time does she go to college?
4. What does she do in her free time?

Answers

1. English and Mathematics
2. By bus
3. At 8 o'clock
4. She reads books and listens to music

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Advanced ESOL A1 Practice Paragraph

Listening Text

David lives in Manchester with his wife and two children. He works as a taxi driver and usually starts work at 7 o'clock in the morning. At weekends, he likes spending time with his family. They often visit parks, watch movies, or go shopping together. David enjoys these activities because they help him relax after a busy week.

Questions

1. Where does David live?
2. What is his job?
3. What time does he start work?
4. What does he do at weekends?
5. Why does he enjoy these activities?

Answers

1. Manchester
2. Taxi driver
3. 7 o'clock
4. Visits parks, watches movies, and goes shopping
5. Because they help him relax after a busy week 

   Paragraph 6 – Shopping Trip

   Listening Text

   Yesterday afternoon, Lisa went shopping with her mother. They visited a large shopping centre in the city centre. Lisa bought a new pair of shoes, while her mother purchased a handbag. After shopping, they had lunch at a nearby café.

   Questions

   1. Who did Lisa go shopping with?
   2. Where did they go?
   3. What did Lisa buy?
   4. What did her mother buy?
   5. What did they do after shopping?

   Answers

   1. Her mother
   2. A shopping centre
   3. A pair of shoes
   4. A handbag
   5. They had lunch at a café

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   Paragraph 7 – Birthday Party

   Listening Text

   Last Saturday, Tom celebrated his birthday with his friends. The party was held at his house and started at 6 PM. They played games, ate pizza, and listened to music. Tom received many gifts and enjoyed the evening very much.

   Questions

   1. What did Tom celebrate?
   2. Where was the party?
   3. What time did it start?
   4. What food did they eat?
   5. Did Tom enjoy the party?

   Answers

   1. His birthday
   2. At his house
   3. 6 PM
   4. Pizza
   5. Yes, he did

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   Paragraph 8 – Doctor's Appointment

   Listening Text

   Sarah visited the doctor on Monday morning because she had a headache. The doctor examined her and advised her to rest for a few days. He also suggested drinking plenty of water and taking some medicine.

   Questions

   1. Why did Sarah visit the doctor?
   2. When did she go?
   3. What did the doctor advise?
   4. What should she drink?
   5. Did he give any other advice?

   Answers

   1. She had a headache
   2. Monday morning
   3. To rest for a few days
   4. Plenty of water
   5. Yes, take some medicine

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   Paragraph 9 – New Neighbour

   Listening Text

   A new family moved into James's neighbourhood last month. They came from Birmingham and have two children. James met them at the local park and helped them find nearby shops and schools.

   Questions

   1. When did the family move?
   2. Where did they come from?
   3. How many children do they have?
   4. Where did James meet them?
   5. How did James help them?

   Answers

   1. Last month
   2. Birmingham
   3. Two
   4. At the local park
   5. He helped them find shops and schools

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   Paragraph 10 – School Trip

   Listening Text

   Last week, a group of students went on a school trip to a science museum. They travelled by bus and spent the whole day exploring different exhibits. The students enjoyed learning about space, technology, and inventions.

   Questions

   1. Where did the students go?
   2. How did they travel?
   3. How long did they stay?
   4. What did they learn about?
   5. Did they enjoy the trip?

   Answers

   1. A science museum
   2. By bus
   3. The whole day
   4. Space, technology, and inventions
   5. Yes, they did

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   Paragraph 11 – Weekend Activities

   Listening Text

   Every weekend, Ali likes spending time outdoors. On Saturday mornings, he goes cycling with his friends. In the afternoon, he visits his grandparents. On Sundays, he usually plays football and relaxes at home in the evening.

   Questions

   1. What does Ali do on Saturday mornings?
   2. Who does he go cycling with?
   3. Who does he visit in the afternoon?
   4. What sport does he play on Sundays?
   5. What does he do in the evening?

   Answers

   1. He goes cycling.
   2. His friends.
   3. His grandparents.
   4. Football.
   5. He relaxes at home.

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   Paragraph 12 – At the Library

   Listening Text

   Emma went to the library after school on Wednesday. She borrowed two books about animals and one book about history. She spent an hour reading before returning home.

   Questions

   1. Where did Emma go?
   2. When did she go?
   3. How many books about animals did she borrow?
   4. What other subject did she read about?
   5. How long did she stay?

   Answers

   1. The library
   2. Wednesday after school
   3. Two books
   4. History
   5. One hour

ESOL PART 4B (listening & speaking ) A1

 

How Part 4B Works in ESOL A1 / LanguageCert

In Part 4B, the examiner asks you simple questions about everyday topics.
You should answer in full sentences, not only “yes” or “no”.

Usually:

• The examiner asks 1 main question
• Then asks 2–4 follow-up questions

The conversation is natural and friendly.

1. Family

There are five people in my family. I live with my parents, brother, and sister. We spend a lot of time together. In the evening, we usually watch TV and eat dinner together. I love my family because they always support me.

Follow-up Questions:

• Who do you live with?
• What does your father do?
• Do you help your family at home?
• How often do you spend time together?

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2. Hometown

Answer:

I live in Chandigarh. It is a clean and beautiful city with many parks and shopping centres. I enjoy living there because it is peaceful.

Follow-up Questions:

• Is your town big or small?
• What do you like about your town?
• Are there restaurants near your home?
• How long have you lived there?

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3. Daily Routine

Answer:

I wake up at 7 a.m. and get ready for work or study. In the evening, I relax and spend time with my family.

Follow-up Questions:

• What time do you wake up?
• What do you do in the evening?
• Do you eat breakfast daily?
• When do you go to sleep?

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4. Hobbies

Answer:

My hobbies are listening to music and watching movies. These activities help me relax after a busy day.

Follow-up Questions:

• When do you do your hobbies?
• Who do you do them with?
• Why do you enjoy them?
• Do your friends have the same hobbies?

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5. Food

Answer:

My favourite food is pizza and Indian food. I like homemade food because it is healthy and delicious.

Follow-up Questions:

• Can you cook?
• What do you eat for breakfast?
• Do you like spicy food?
• How often do you eat outside?

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6. Shopping

Answer:

I enjoy shopping with my friends. Usually, I buy clothes and shoes on weekends.

Follow-up Questions:

• Where do you shop?
• How often do you go shopping?
• What do you usually buy?
• Do you like online shopping?

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7. Weather

Answer:

My favourite season is winter because the weather is pleasant. I enjoy drinking hot tea during winter.

Follow-up Questions:

• What is the weather like today?
• Do you like rain?
• Which season do you dislike?
• What do you do in summer?

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8. Travel

Answer:

I love travelling to new places. Last year, I visited Delhi with my family and enjoyed sightseeing.

Follow-up Questions:

• Which places have you visited?
• Who do you travel with?
• Do you like buses or trains?
• Where do you want to go next?

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9. Work

Answer:

I work in an office / I am a student. I enjoy my work because I learn many new things every day.

Follow-up Questions:

• What time do you start work?
• Do you enjoy your job?
• How do you travel to work?
• Who do you work with?

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10. Studies

Answer:

I study English because I want to improve my communication skills. I practice by watching English videos.

Follow-up Questions:

• Which subject do you like?
• Do you study every day?
• Where do you study?
• Why are you learning English?

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11. Friends

Answer:

I have a few close friends. We enjoy shopping and watching movies together.

Follow-up Questions:

• Who is your best friend?
• How often do you meet?
• What do you do together?
• Where did you meet your friends?

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12. Free Time

Answer:

In my free time, I watch TV and listen to music. Sometimes I go for a walk with my friends.

Follow-up Questions:

• What did you do last weekend?
• Do you relax at home?
• Do you like going outside?
• How much free time do you have?

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13. Music

Answer:

I enjoy Punjabi and Bollywood songs. I listen to music every day while travelling or relaxing.

Follow-up Questions:

• Who is your favourite singer?
• Do you play any instruments?
• When do you listen to music?
• Do your friends like the same music?

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14. Movies

Answer:

I enjoy comedy and action movies. Usually, I watch movies with my family.

Follow-up Questions:

• What type of movies do you like?
• When did you last visit the cinema?
• Who do you watch movies with?
• What is your favourite movie?

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15. Sports

Answer:

I like cricket and badminton. Sports help people stay healthy and active.

Follow-up Questions:

• Do you play sports?
• Which sport is popular in your country?
• Who do you play with?
• Do you watch sports on TV?

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16. Health

Answer:

I try to eat healthy food and drink a lot of water. Sometimes I exercise in the morning.

Follow-up Questions:

• Do you exercise daily?
• What do you do when you are sick?
• Do you visit the doctor often?
• What healthy food do you like?

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17. Clothes

Answer:

I like wearing comfortable clothes. My favourite colour is black because it looks elegant.

Follow-up Questions:

• Where do you buy clothes?
• Do you wear traditional clothes?
• What colour do you dislike?
• What do you wear at parties?

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18. Festivals

Answer:

My favourite festival is Diwali. We decorate the house and enjoy delicious food together.

Follow-up Questions:

• How do you celebrate festivals?
• Who do you celebrate with?
• What food do you eat?
• Do you wear new clothes?

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19. Technology

Answer:

I use my phone every day for studying and entertainment. Technology makes life easier.

Follow-up Questions:

• Which apps do you use?
• Do you use social media?
• How often do you use the internet?
• Do you like online learning?

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20. House / Home

Answer:

I live in a flat with my family. My favourite room is my bedroom because it is comfortable.

Follow-up Questions:

• How many rooms are there?
• Do you help with housework?
• Which room do you like most?
• Is your home near shops?

21. Pets

I do not have a pet, but I like dogs very much. They are loyal and friendly animals. In the future, I would like to have a pet dog at home.

Do you have a pet?

What is its name?

Do you like animals?

Would you like a pet?

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22. Morning Routine

Every morning, I wake up early and brush my teeth. Then I take a shower and eat breakfast. After that, I leave for work or study. I like starting my day early.

What do you do after waking up?

Do you drink tea or coffee?

What time do you leave home?

Do you eat breakfast daily?

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23. Weekend Activities

On weekends, I usually relax at home. Sometimes I go shopping or meet friends. I also enjoy watching movies with my family during weekends.

What do you do on weekends?

Do you go out with friends?

Do you relax at home?

What did you do last Sunday?

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24. Holidays

I love holidays because they help me relax. Last holiday, I went to Manali with my family. We enjoyed sightseeing and eating local food. It was a wonderful trip.

Do you like holidays?

Where did you go last holiday?

Who did you go with?

What did you do there?

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25. Restaurant

I enjoy eating in restaurants with my friends. My favourite food to order is noodles and pizza. I usually visit restaurants on weekends or special occasions.

• Do you like eating in restaurants?
• What food do you order?
• Who do you go with?
• How often do you eat outside?

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26. Transportation

I usually travel by bus or auto-rickshaw. Public transport is convenient and affordable. Sometimes I also travel by train when visiting another city.

How do you go to work or school?

Do you drive?

Do you use public transport?

Which transport do you prefer?

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27. English Learning

I am learning English to improve my future opportunities. I practice English by watching videos and speaking with friends. I think English is very useful in daily life.

• Why are you learning English?
• Is English easy or difficult?
• How do you practice English?
• Do you watch English videos?

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28. Birthday

My birthday is in July. I celebrate it with my family and friends. Usually, we cut a cake and eat special food. I enjoy birthdays because they are fun and memorable.

When is your birthday?

How do you celebrate it?

Do you get gifts?

What did you do last birthday?

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29. Favourite Place

My favourite place is the park near my house. It is peaceful and clean. I often go there in the evening to relax and walk with my friends.

What is your favourite place?

Why do you like it?

Who do you go there with?

How often do you visit it?

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30. Future Plans

In the future, I want to get a good job and travel to different countries. I also want to improve my English speaking skills and make my family proud.

What do you want to do in future?

Do you want to travel?

What job would you like?

Where do you want to live?