speaking 256

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 kind of music do you listen to when you are feeling stressed?
2. 2. Has your taste in music changed over the past few years? (How?)
3. 3. Do you think governments should spend money on supporting the arts and culture? (Why? / Why not?)
4. 4. What is the most popular musical event or festival in your country?
5. 5. If you could learn to play a musical instrument, which one would it be? (Why?)