speaking 265

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. How do you relax after a very busy or difficult week?
2. 2. Do you think it is easy to achieve a good work-life balance in your country? (Why? / Why not?)
3. 3. What are the advantages of living in a large city compared to a small town?
4. 4. What are your favourite ways to spend a quiet afternoon alone?
5. 5. If you could change one thing about your daily routine, what would it be?