speaking 18

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. Would you prefer to work indoors or outdoors? (Why?)
2. 2. Do you prefer working on your own or with other people? (Why?)
3. 3. What kind of work would you like to do in the future? (Why?)
4. 4. Is there a job you would never want to do? (Why?)
5. 5. What do you think would be the most difficult job to do? (Why?)