speaking 42

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. Why do you think some people enjoy cooking?
2. 2. Why would cooking for ten people be difficult?
3. 3. Why could cooking for ten people be enjoyable?
4. 4. Do you think cooking is relaxing or stressful?
5. 5. Have you ever had to cook for other people?