speaking 244

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. What’s your favourite way to keep in contact with friends? (Why?)
2. 2. Do you prefer sending messages or speaking on the phone? (Why?)
3. 3. Do you think people spend too much time on their phones? (Why/Why not?)
4. 4. How often do you write letters or emails? (Who to?)
5. 5. Do you think traditional post will disappear one day? (Why/Why not?)