speaking 182

How to answer well

• • Answer the question directly, then add a reason or example — one-word answers score badly.
• • Aim for 20–40 seconds per question at this level.
• • Use a range of tenses and linking words; the examiner is listening for variety.
• • If you lose your thread, paraphrase rather than stopping.

All questions

1. 1. Do you ever go to the park with your friends?
2. 2. When you were a small child, what was your favourite activity at the park?
3. 3. Have you ever had a picnic at the park?
4. 4. Do you think there should be parks where dogs are not allowed?
5. 5. Is there a park in your city?