IELTS 口语面试新大纲解读
英国剑桥大学考试委员会
考试流程
第一部分：介绍和问答 introduction and interview 3-4 分钟 考官介绍他/她自己并确认考生的身份考官就
熟悉的话题向考生提问 4-5 分钟
第二部分：个人长谈 personal long turn 3-4 分钟 考官请考生根据卡片上的书面内容提示就某一特定话
题发表 1-2 分钟的谈话随后考官追问一两个问题 3-4 分钟（包括 1 分钟准备时间）
第三部分：双向讨论 two way discussion 4-5 考官通过提问请考生讨论与第二阶段主题相关的更加抽象
的话题 4-5 分钟
评分标准
目前雅思考试所采用的整体评分制将被一种 4 项分解评分制所取代。四个单项分别为：流利、词汇、语法
和语音，或流畅和逻辑连贯(fluencyandcoherence)、词汇量(lexicalresources)、语法(grammaticalrange)、语音
语调(pronunciation)。第一单项的评分标准分九级。考官对每个单项分别打分，四个单项分的平均值即为口
试的最后得分。
雅思口试七人谈
对语言的认识和看法会在语言教材、测试的评分标准上体现出来。英国人一直推崇一种交际教学法，
所谓交际是指在交流的过程中，把该说的事情说出来，对方也懂了，同时也听懂了对方的问题，这样交流
任务就完成了。考试就是要在前几分钟把你要表达的东西表达出来，要言简意赅，idea 不是很重要，主要
是语言表达的技巧。
阿甘很爱他的女朋友珍妮，在珍妮死的时候，她说了一句话，她说 “I wish I could have been there with
you”, 阿甘说了一句话 “You were”, 这句话非常简练，但他说得特别好。阿甘的一句 “You were” 就把所有
的意思都表达出来了。
学语言更是要短期的给你创造一个语言环境，如果单纯给你十年，十年之后让你去考 IELTS，你也不
一定能考 9 分。我觉得口语就是要短时间，高强度。实际上，说实话，要考 IELTS 的这些人的词汇量说话
是足够的。有人调查过，作为一个说母语的本地人，农民也好，一辈子他只用 1000 多个词，那我们学了这
么多年，词汇量早够了。但是不是你用这么多词汇就能把意思表达得好，那不一定。更多的人是不会用“小
词儿”，不会用自己现有的词汇表达意思。
语言学家们通过对很多语言的研究，归纳出一个现象，任何语言的规则都是有限的，什么概念呢？就是说，
无论历史很悠久的汉语，还是什么少数民族或原始部落的语言，你细分析它的语法规则都是有限的，但是
人恰恰是这样一种动物，能够用有限的规则去生成无限的句子。你观察孩子的时候，他哑哑学语的时候，
是重复，他在重复大人说的东西，当他的重复到了一定的时候，他就开始会说他从来都没有听说过的句子。
这就是说，积累——重复——到创造的过程。
其实英国人也不傻，你别以为你准备的东西就有用。就象谈工作，一般人都准备我的工作是什么，我爸爸
的工作是什么，英国人偏不考这个。他就问你，你老婆结婚前是干什么的。
雅思口试不怕犯错误，只要你犯得自然
---Would you talk about a person in your family whom you feel very close to?
---My father. He is a hotel manager and I also work in a hotel. We often talk about hotel management at
home.
父女之情(You are supposed to talk about someone very close to you.) 就在于谈工作？谈饭店管理？你的
真实感受在哪里？你把这种感受用英文讲出会很困难吗？如果有的话，是哪方面的问题？是否脑子里的既
定模式在作怪？是否你在小学作文中就在建筑这种模式，以至今日用另一种语言表述出来都浑然不觉？
再如，谈起春节，会听到这样的说法（取自某培训学校口语教材 Answer Key）：
During the Spring Festival, we eat delicious food, visit relatives and friends, and watch TV to welcome the
New Year.
如果考官对中国的事情不甚了了，他的疑惑就可能是：Why watching TV can be part of it? 只要有文化
间的交流，就会有差异造成的不适感或误读。如何找一些有共性的话题来谈，是辅导教师和考生共同需要
考虑的。
当考生被要求 Describe a place of attraction (interest) ---描述一个名胜时，一些现成的“答案”可能会这样
告诉考生：
颐和园, or the Summer Palace, is a place of extraordinary beauty. The Long Corridor and the bridges are the
crown jewels of this masterpiece of traditional Chinese landscaping and architecture.
This public park, once an imperial garden, has attracted many visitors from China and around the world. It is
usually crowded, but you can still manage to find peace and quiet in 谐趣园, literally the Garden of Harmony and
Enchantment.
（颐和园是一个美丽的地方。长廊、十七孔桥都是中国园林建筑的瑰宝。节假日园内常常游人如织。
我心仪的地方是谐趣园，那是一个幽静的所在。）
英语很标准。问题是我们平时讲话是否听来象解说词一样？请你比较下面的说法：
Let me talk about the Summer Palace. I used to live near this park and I've been there many times. The Long
Corridor and the bridges are all very famous. It is a world cultural heritage site now.
The place I like best is called 谐趣园 , --- it's a small garden with a pond in it. There is a nice teahouse by the
water. Well, recently they put the ticket price up, 30 Yuan per person. I guess that's a bit too expensive for me.
（我想说说颐和园。我以前常去，因为住的地方离的近。园里的长廊、十七孔桥都是有名的建筑。好
象是前两年颐和园进了世界文化遗产名录。我最喜欢的地方是谐趣园，那里边水边有个亭子，可以坐下喝
茶。最近没怎么去，门票都涨到三十块钱一张了。）
口语需要组织，但全然不同于 IELTS 写作课。你会说我写的怎么说也是不太地道的英文，但我说不管
怎么样，你用写文章的思路，或别人写的文章（“标准答案”）去准备，说话一定带了写作味儿，就象许多
电视主持人的文艺腔（常被讥为“不说人话”）一样，听着会很滑稽。
对于考官，你是外国人。如果对方差不多能听懂你的话，能据此做出反应；虽然你的语法、词汇不扎
实，谈话有阻涩感，但谈话仍能进行下去，双方没有什么特别的不适，说明交流基本有效(effective
communication，Band 5 或 6)，应该是一个不错的结果。记得有一次模拟口试，一考生说他喜欢游泳，我顺
口问道：What style are you good at? 这个考生找不到合适的词，情急之下，用手比画出自由泳姿势。我很
高兴他能这样做，因为交流的目的达到了。这当然也反映了语言的局限，但更是积极、不轻言放弃的态度。
尤其是在这个情形下，这种反映很恰当、很自然。
我真切地希望本书能够使大家意识到：1）英文要自己说；2）英文要说自己。
我复习阶段的笔记！（口语）
熟悉自己的 application form 上的资料
name (mean); marry; parents’family (job); address (accommodation) ;date of birth (where were you born, 属
相和自己的联系)；sex (women’s problem equal rights with men) ; nationality; occupation; why are you taking
this test; which country will you go (why, compare this country); education level (school , subject).
第一阶段：1.试图放松你，得到关于你英语水平的初步印象（非常重要），找到深入话题。不要提到你不想
谈的 topic。几乎每个考官都会问到关于 hobby。仔细想一想生活中的每个细节，什么会让考官一开始被你
吸引。
2.不要回答任何问题只用一个字，哪怕那个问题再简单。
3.可以发问（发问也不要只用一个词：what）。要求重复，但不能一直要求。考交流不是考知识，
不管知道不知道都要表达。用升调发问。
4.看着考官眼睛，表示礼貌。
5.如果不知道文句中的某一个词，就问问那个词是什么意思。（I am not sure what you mean by
“”, could you express it in a different way? Of could you explain it?）
雅思口试启示录
一、概述
考生在做好准备与热身的前提下(be ready and warmed—up)，作出灵活机敏的反应(be flexible and
sesitiive)。IELTS 注重的是考生用英语 交际的能力，其目的显然在于测试在英语国家学 习和生活的能力(to
survive and to be .)，经过 笔试之后的口试，不仅涉及到考生的语言能力，还 涉及到考生运用英语交际
的有效性 (effectiveness)，这必然与交际过程中所运用的交 际策略与技巧密切相关,同时，要使交流顺利进
行 10—15 分钟(to keep the communiction going)才是至上之策。
如何在面试中运用自已有准备的材料，以免 限入被动的境地，也是一个相当重要的问题。面试 过程
中必然会出现考生未能准备的问题，如果考 生对有准备的问题和未能准备好问题的回答语言 表达(包括语
言风格和流利程度)反差太大，考官 首先就会对有准备的回答产生怀疑，认为由此判 定考生的水平不可靠，
往往未等考生说完便打断 话题，接着转换到另一个话题上去，或者就考生回 答的内容提更多的问题。被
打断的次数越多，考试 也就变得越被动。因此，考生在应试中对所背材料 必须作技术处理，使整个面试
过程保持整体一致 性，从语言到表情动作，给考官一个自然而无斧凿 之痕的印象(be natural)。
此外，考生须对自己的得分抱现实的态度(be realistic about the score you want to get)。IELTS 成绩不会
与奖学金有太大关系， 而且英国等国家所提供的奖学金数额也较小，考生可根据自身的实际水平，避重就
轻地准备口语面试，达到过关的要求。
关于口试的 4 个阶段
第一阶段主要是为了放松与热身，作为面试 的序幕，初步展示考生的英文口头表达能力 (talking
basically and giving simple information)。其 特点是试探性的，考官会用不同的方式问同样的内容(different
ways asking the same things)，绝对不 会为难考生。
第二阶段则进入了发展阶段，这一阶 段的交谈开始切人话题(talking in more detail)，其 特点是要求
考生通过描述(describe)、比较(eompare)和解释 (exllain)，使谈话更加深入(more personal)，提供比第一阶段
内容更多的回答(longer answers)。
第三阶段考查考生通过 提问获取信息的能力(getting information)。在此需要特别 提醒的是有些入在
这一部分表现很差，要引起充分的重视。
第四阶段是整个面试的高潮部分，要求考生 在前三个阶段表现了自己的基本交际能力之后， 对自己
的口语水平作最大的发挥，以让考官探知 考生水平的最高等级。因此，考官会有意识地增加 难度(try to
stretch you)，而且会更加灵活、深入，对 问题的回答则要求更加充实、具体(be specific and adequate)。但
其难度应在不会阻碍交流继续下去 的范围之内，以保证测试的信度(reliability)和效度 (validity)。假如考生
表现的现有水平为 i，那么考官就会把测试难度确定为 i+1。在测试过程中，由于 i 始终由考官主观判断以
及考生表现的不稳定 性，因而 i 是一个变量。
第四阶段的话题一般涉及到未来、将发生的 事情以及事物的可能性(talking about the future， what may
or could happen，and possibilitie3)。对考生的要求首先是有话可说，向考官申明“My English is very good，but
the problem is that I really have nothing to say!”是无济于事的，“无话找话”方可能 在测试中有良好的表现，因
为“说”(talking)才是最 紧要的。对问题的回答没有对与错的区分，错就错 在回答说“I don't know”! 这一阶
段最能表现个人 风格，心里有什么感觉就说出来，不可停顿太久 (但停顿一两秒钟进行思考在交谈中是正
常的)， 在交谈中运用“导人”和“回避”的策略，即“导人”自己所熟知的内容，回避“心中所无”或“心中所有
而口中所难”的内容，学会了遇难则“出”、遇易则“入”，也就没有什么可害怕的了。必须特别指出的 是，
在第四阶段不存在简单的“Yes”或“No”的回 答，肯定的回答之后须有详细的阐述，否定的回答 之后要具体
解释为什么。
至于最后结束时的告别，一两句话便可干脆 收场，千万不要别出心裁，否则弄巧成拙，通常不 是评
分的部分倒成了丢分之处。
关于 IELTS 考试的语音、词汇和语法问题
首先，没有统一要求的所谓“标准口音”，考生 没有必要非得去模仿标准的英国英语(the standart Queen'e
English)不可。实际上，考试允许考生有口 音，只要不会影响到对方的理解，什么口音都无妨。顺便说明
一点，尽管目前在大陆的考官有相 当一部分为英国口音，但在某个考点也许有一个 说美语的考官，因此
要准备好适应不同的口音。
其次，IELTS 口语中使用的词语须自然易懂 (natural and understandable)。不要说一般人听不 懂的专业
术语，不会用英语表达的可以通过解释、举例等方式绕着弯子进行说明，或者干脆放弃不说。许多人把口
语不好归罪于词汇量太少，认为 “巧媳妇难为无米之炊”，实际上有几千词就够 “炊”的了(简明朗文词典的
英文解释以及美国之 音特别节目所用词汇都非常有限)。假如把一位 未受过教育的澳大利亚老太太十天内
所说过的话 记录下来，其词汇量也许不超过一千!但任何人 都不会怀疑她的英语口头表达能力。
最后，IELTS 口语考试中语法并非绝对地重要(important but not the most important)。在这一点 上，母
语为英语的人(native English spaker)与我 们母语为汉语的人看法上有差异。讲英语时，前者关注的是语法
错误对理解所产生的影响，信息交流是否受到阻碍；后者则更关心是否违反了英语的语法规则，关心语言
形式的完整性。事实上，用词失误比语法失误更能失分。
我的口语考试经验
a well-know person
a friend in your school times
a perosn whom you like to work or study with.
an interesting hobby.
a tranditional festival in China
a perfect trip
a restaurant
an intersting building.
a favorite book.
a letter.
a skill you want to learn
以上十个题目我用一个单词做为核心词：COOKING！然后围绕这个单词准备 WELLKNOW PERSON
我就说那个著名主持人 LIUYIWEI，
2.我就说我有个朋友是厨师，（今天上午我说的就是 TOPIC2，我说我的朋友和我是校广播站的男女主
持，我们主持我爱厨房节目，我们都很爱做饭等等）
3.业余爱好我也说是 COOKING，
4。传统节日，更好说了，中国任何一个节日都离不开吃，可以简单介绍背景，然后转到吃上面来
5。旅行也一样，就说到哪儿了，那有个地方让你又玩又吃很开心
6.餐馆不用说了
7.至于 BUILDING，就可以说餐馆呀，先描述外观，再说它是个馆子，饭特好吃
8.一本书嘛，你可以说是本教怎样做饭的。
9.一封信，可以说是一个餐馆开张的宣传信，邀请你去免费品尝
当然是 cooking 了
还有，要是说婚礼的话，你也可以描述宴会的场景。
另外有几个搭不上边的 TOPIC 也被我列到一起，核心词是 SANDSTORM
A KIND OF EXTREME WTHER
A PIECE OF NEWS
AN ENVIORMENTAL PROBLEM。
如何突破英语口语
一般来说，衡量一个人口语水平高低主要看以下几个方面：
1．语音、语调是否正确，口齿是否清楚；
2．流利程度；
3．语法是否正确，用词是否恰当，是否符合英语表达习惯；
4．内容是否充实，逻辑是否清楚。
这些是衡量会话能力的主要标准。针对以上标准，采取相应的训练方法，大致可分作两个阶段。
第一阶段：准备阶段，主要是进行模仿。背诵。复述练习。目的是训练正确的语音。语调。提高流
利程度，培养英语语感。同时，通过各种方式，如阅读。做练习题，听英语磁带，看英语录像和电影等，
来扩大词汇量。掌握英语的习惯表达方式，扩大知识面和训练英语逻辑思维能力，准备会话前，要对常用
的词(组）、短语等熟练掌握，“熟练”是与人会话的前提，只有熟练，在会话时才能流利。熟练的标准就是要
达到不加思索地脱口而出。
第二阶段：实践阶段，主要进行大量的会话练习，与他人对话、讨论，基础好的可练习口译，自己
讲英语故事等等。
（一）模仿
模仿是学习外语主要方法之一，模仿的原则：一要大声模仿。这一点很重要，模仿时要大大方方，
清清楚楚，一板一眼，口形要到位，不能扭扭捏捏，小声小气地在嗓眼里嘟嚷。刚开始模仿时，速度要慢
些，以便把音发到位，侍把音发准了以后，再加快速度。直到能用正常语速把句子轻松他说出来，脱口而
出。
大声模仿的目的是使口腔的肌肉充分活动起来，改变多年来形成的肌肉的习惯运动模式（汉语发音的
运动模式），使嘴与大脑逐渐协调起来，建立起新的口腔肌肉的运动模式（英语发音的运动模式）。若在练
习时总是小声在嗓眼里嘟嗓，一旦需要大声说话时，就可能发不准音，出现错误。二要随时都准备纠正自
己说不好的单词。短语等。有了这种意识，在模仿时就不会觉得单调。枯燥，才能主动。有意识，有目的
地去模仿，这种模仿才是真正的模仿，才能达到模仿的目的，也就是要用心揣摩、体会。三要坚持长期模
仿。一般来说，纯正。优美的语音、语调不是短期模仿所能达到的，对于有英国英语基础的人学说美国英
语是如此，对于习惯于说汉语的人学说英语更是如此。过度需要一段时间，时间的长短取于自学者的专心
程度。
模仿的标准：模仿要达到什么程度才算模仿好了呢？简单他说就是要“像”，如果能够达到“是”就更好
了，但不一定要达到“是”。“像”是指模仿者的语音，语调等都很接近所模仿的语言，“是”就是不仅在语音。
语调等方面都很接近所模仿的声音，而且非常逼真。连嗓音也基本一样，简直可以以假乱真。我们不要求
也不可能达到这种程度。
模仿的具体方法，第一步，模仿卑词的语音。模仿时要一板一眼，口形要正确，口腔肌肉要充分调动
起来，刚开始模仿时，速度不要过快，用慢速模仿，以便把音发到位，待把音发难了以后，再加快速度，
用正常语速反复多说几遍，直到达到不用想就能用正常语速把句子轻松他说出来（脱口而出），对于自己读
不准或较生疏的单词要反复多听几遍，然后再反复模仿，一个单词一个单词地练，在那些常用词上下功夫，
尽量模仿得像一些。 第二步，模仿词组的读法。有了第一步的基础，这一步就容易多了。 重点要放在熟
练程度和流利程度上，要多练一下连读。失去爆破、不完全爆破，同化等语音技巧。 第四步，段落及篇章
模仿，重点在于提高流利程度。打开录音机或收音机跟着模仿，“他”说你模仿，同步进行。目的要提高口腔
肌肉的反应速度，使肌肉和大脑更加协调起来。
（二）复述
复述有两种常见的方法。一是阅读后复述，一是听磁带后复述。我认为后种方法更好些，这种方法既
练听力，又练口语表达能力。同时，可以提高注意力的集中程度，提高听的效果，而且还可以提高记忆力，
克服听完就忘的毛病。
具体方法：要循序渐进，可由一两句开始，听完后用自己的话（英语）把所听到的内容说出来，一遍
复述不下来，可多听几遍，越练重听的遗数就越少。在刚开始练习时，因语言表达能力、技巧等方面原因，
往往复述接近于背诵，但在基础逐渐打起来后，就会慢慢放开，由“死”到“活”。在保证语言正确的前提下，
复述可有越来越大的灵活性，如改变句子结构，删去一些不大有用或过难的东西，长段可以缩短，甚至仅
复述大意或作内容叙要。
复述的内容要有所选择。一般来说，所选资料的内容要具体生动，有明确的情节，生词量不要太大。
可选那些知识性强的小短文。开始时可以练习复述小故事，有了基础后，复述的题材可扩展开些。
我是如何提高口语水平的
首先、确定你自己的英语水平。中国大学毕业生的通病是，书面阅读还可以，口语不行，听力很差，
书写凑合。但每个人具体情况又都不一样，有人阅读专业书一目十行，但读报纸很费劲。有人听新闻可以，
听别的不行。
其次、确定自己的发音水平。我有个朋友对我说他的发音没问题，可实际上他说得很多词我都听不懂。
你学的是英国音还是美国音都无所谓，反正最终从你嘴里出来的肯定是中国音。最重要的是发音要合理。
英语每一个单词都有自己的念法，你不能凭空想象。比如，有人把 RESUME 读做 RE-'SOOM，这样，别人
说 RE-SIU-'MAY，你不知道是什么。你念 RE-'SOOM，别人也听不懂。 再次、确定自己的英语学习目标。
我这里仅把口语交流做为目标。 最后、开始学习。
面对雅思考官 如何方寸不乱
雅思考官是些什么人
雅思考官必须是母语为英语的国家的大学毕业生，受过英语教师的系统培训，有教学经验。我入选，
就因为我有 10 年教学经验———在日本教了 4 年书，在澳大利亚教了 5 年书，又在中国教了 1 年。具备了
这些硬指标，我们还得接受一个周末的考官培训———了解雅思考试的概况。此外，我们上岗前要接受写
作和听力测试，这种
雅思口语考试是主观打分，因此，雅思主办机构为保证打分公正、准确做了大量工作。一般来说，如
果一个考生前三项（听力、阅读、写作）的得分是 6 分，而口语是 4 分或者 8 分，考试主办方会在 10 天到
两个星期后，再请高一级别的考官复听一遍考生口语考试当天的录音，重新打分。
雅思考试口试秘笈展示
雅思考试经历浅谈之服装篇
考试时穿着很重要, 在一定程度上影响着考官对应试者的印象分数。 当考官面对着千篇一律的考生时，
得体大方的穿着可能会使你在考官面前眼前一亮。 当然有些学生也有误区，比如穿些很古怪的衣服，借以
引起考官的注意，或是弄个古另精怪的发型， 其实这些会适得其反。 弄不好，考官以为你有这方面的爱
好，可能会问一些有关服装或流行的话题，如果你觉得可以招架考官的所有问题，那么你尽可能穿些“比机
泥”或是“四脚裤”什么的。总之外国人很讲究整洁的外表。
雅思考试经历浅谈之握手篇
在考官没有提出和你握手的时候，你千万别把自己的手伸出来，因为有些考官并不习惯和考生握手。
但是有些考官会在考试完毕的时候和你握手。
雅思考试经历浅谈之好考官篇
如果你碰到是一个英国，美国，或加拿大考官的话，那你就很走运了，因为这三个国家的英语口音不
浓重（当然我也听过很跑调的英国人讲英语，呵呵） 但是如果你碰到的是个澳洲人，那么你只有为自己祈
祷了，因为有些不熟悉澳洲口音的同学刚一开始不明白甚至听不懂考官问什么！！所以平时要多听一些有
地方口音的录音带，这样可以提高听力和口语能力。
Skills for the Speaking Module
Before the test begins, the examiner will check your identification. For security reasons you will be asked to
bring your passport or some other photographic identification. You will be asked to sign your name, which will be
matched up with the photograph and signature on your IELTS application form.
The test will then be conducted in five phases, which we will now describe in turn.
Phase 1: Introduction
In Phase 1, the examiner will first introduce himself or herself and will invite you to do the same. You may
be asked some general questions about your background, family, home or personal interests.
SKILL Greeting the interviewer and introducing yourself.
Phrases you could use:
Good afternoon. My name is (name) .
'Hello. My name is (name) but most of my friends call me(shortened version of name/nickname) .
Think about questions that the examiner might ask about the personal information you provided on the
application form. With a partner, take turns interviewing each other with questions based on this information. Try
to give full and comprehensive answers to each question.
Phase 2: Extended discourse
In phase 2, the interviewer will encourage you to speak for a longer period of time on a familiar topic. You
may be asked to speak on topics related to your country, such as customs or lifestyle, and your personal
involvement with these. The aim of Phase 2 is to show the interviewer that you can describe something, tell a story,
give information or directions or express your opinion without relying on the interviewer to help you through the
task.
The idea is for you to talk and give as much information as you can. Do not simply answer 'yes' or 'no'.
Remember, the interview should be like a conversation. Do not memorise responses. If you appear to be reciting
from memory, the examiner will interrupt and ask a different question.
Before you begin preparing for Phase 2, you may wish to make a list of topics related to your country,
culture, lifestyle, personal interests, etc. Once you have completed such a list, form questions that relate to each of
the skills for this phase. Think about possible questions that could be asked.
SKILL Providing general factual information.
What are some important festivals in your country?
What kind of climate does your country have?
What are some of the main industries in your country?
What do you enjoy about the traditional music of your country?
What do you think are positive and negative aspects of your country's education system?
Would you prefer to live in the city or in the countryside and why?
Could you describe the village/town/city in which you grew up?
What happens during (cultural event, such as Chinese New Year/Christmas) in your country?
Could you tell me how you like to spend your leisure time?
How is (city where candidate is studying) different from (candidate's home city)?
What is the difference between shopping in (city where candidate is studying) and shopping in (candidate's
home city)?
What do you like most about living in(country where candidate is studying)? How does that compare with
(candidate's home country)?
Could you tell me, in detail, how you got from your home to the test centre this morning?
If I had to catch a train or bus in (candidate's home city) what would I do?'
If I were to meet (an important older person) in your culture, how should I greet them to be polite and show
respect?
What happens in (an important festival) in your country?
What is the most embarrassing thing that's ever happened to you?'
What did you do when you were preparing to leave (candidate's home country) to come to (country of study)?
Why do people do what?(referring to something just mentioned)
Could you tell me more about the procedure involved in (the topic under discussion)
How do people celebrate the New Year in (candidate's country)?
Phase 3: Elicitation
In Phase 3, the interviewer wants to ascertain how competent you are at gaining information on a given
topic.
You will be given a card. On this card will be written a brief outline of a particular situation. The card will
state your role and the role of the interviewer. You need to ask questions to find out more information. The card
will suggest things for you to ask but these are only given to you as a guide. Do not feel compelled to follow these
suggestions if you have ideas of your own.
You are responsible for starting the conversation and, to some degree, developing and directing the flow of
dialogue.
Phase 4: Speculation and attitudes
In Phase 4, the interviewer will converse with you in greater depth on a particular topic. Topics that may be
discussed include your plans for the immediate and long-term future and the impact that these may have on you
and your family. Your opinion about, attitude towards and reasons for your particular future plans may also be
discussed.
The interviewer may not understand or agree with some of your responses. You may be asked to expand or
elaborate on some point that you have made, so be prepared for such a response. Being prepared, however, never
means memorising set responses.
During Phase 4, the interviewer will allow the discussion to become more complex. He or she may refer to
other comments you have previously made so you may have to defend your opinion or give a more detailed
explanation of an idea you have already mentioned.
Before you begin preparing for Phase 4, you may wish to make a list of your future plans under the headings
of academic, professional, personal and possible conse-quences of these plans. Also, make a list of topics that
relate to your personal interests in life as well as a wider rangs of topics relating to your country, profession and
specific area of study.
Tell me what you plan to do when you finish your undergraduate studies.
Have you thought about which university you would like to study at and why?
How did you come to choose (a chosen area of study)?
Would you ever like to have your own business? Why or why not?
Here are some key phrases you could use:
In the future,I hope to,I would like to,successfully,In a few years,I intend to ,I'm planning to ,In two
years,what I have in mind is to,explore the area of,Within three years,I imagine I will,a BA. an
PhD.
Possible Questions from the Interviewer of the IELTS Te
1. What is the meaning of your given name?
2. Does your name affect your personality?
3. Tell me something about your hometown.
4. What are the differences in accent between your hometown and Beijing?
5. What is the character of the people like in your hometown?
6. What is people's favourite food in the region where you live?
7. What will you do during the Spring Festival this year?
8. Are there any traditional festivals in your region?
9. Describe a typical Spring Festival for a Chinese family.
10. Tell me something about the Lantern Festival.
11. How have weddings changed in recent years?
12. Tell me something about the Qing Ming Festival.
13. Describe a traditional wedding ceremony.
14. How do Chinese usually celebrate birthdays?
15. Are there any traditions concerning the birth of a baby?
16. How do you like Beijing? Compare it to your hometown.
17. What place do you like best in Beijing?
18. What places in Beijing should a foreigner visit?
19. What places would you recommend a visitor to go to in your region/hometown?
20. If you had the choice, where would you choose to live in China?
21. Which parts of China would you recommend a foreigner to visit?
22. Tell me something about your family.
23. Which is the worst place you've been to in China?
24. Who takes the greatest responsibility for bringing up your child in your family?
25. Which is the best place you've been to in China?
26. Who does most of the household chores in your family?
27. Are the traditional sexual roles within the family changing?
28. Why is the divorce rate increasing so rapidly? Is it a problem?
29. What is your opinion of the one-child policy?
30. How do you discipline your child?
31. Is it acceptable for couples to live together without marrying?
32. If you had the choice, would you have a son or a daughter?
33. Are you going to bring your child up any differently to the way your parents did?
34. What hopes do you have for your child?
35. Do women still have too heavy a burden in their day to day life?
36. Is the increasing influence of the West largely a positive or negative thing?
37. What, according to you, has been the greatest change in recent years?
38. What, according to you, has been the most problematic change in recent years?
39. What, if you are a lecturer what changes have you seen in education over the past few years?
40. Who should bear the responsibility for payment of tuition fees?
41. What can be done to improve education in rural areas?
42. Have recent changes affected your job in any way?
43. Do you agree with private education?
44. What can be done to close the gap between urban and rural areas?
45. If you had the power, what reforms would you carry out within education?
46. Describe a typical working day for you.
47. How do you see yourself in ten years time?
48. If you had the opportunity to change your job, what would you do instead?
49. If you had one million yuan, what would you do with it?
50. If you could start your life again, would you do anything differently?
51. Do you have any ambitions?
52. Which country/place would you most like to visit?
53. What changes do you think China will see in the next few years?
54. Will any possible future changes affect your job in any way?
55. How do you think you will cope in Britain?
56. Does anything worry you about going to the UK?
57. Are you looking forward to anything in particular in Britain?
58. What are your plans on your return to China?
59. What do you do in your spare time?
60. What will you do if you fail the IELTS?
口语练习题型分析及技巧
Stage1 问候:
Hello. Nice to meet you. Good morning/afternoon. Glad to meet you. My name is ***.
May i introduce myself? How do you do? How are you? How are you doing? Pleased to meet you.
Stage2 背景:
what's your name? Does your name have a special meaning? where were you born? where are you from?
when did you come to ***? why did you choose to live in ***?
what's the famous thing in your hometown? Could you tell me something about your hometown?
what is the climate in your home town? what do you do for a living?/what's your job?
Do you like your job? what's your favorite food? Do you have any hobbies?
what do you do in your spare time? what kind of music do you like best?
what's the most popular sports in your city? Could you tell me something about your family?
Are you married? Have you any children? When did you get married?
Could you describe something about your wedding? which university did you graduate from?
what's your major? Do you still keep in touch with your classmates?
Do you miss your campus life? what impessed you most in your university life?
what are the main festivals in your hometown/country?
Are there any special activities during the festival?
stage3 角色卡:
The examiner has just booked a holiday at the travel out some information about the
holiday. To find about : the destination
the form of transport the length of the holiday the dates of the holiday
the number of the people going the reason for the holiday
Your computer is examiner works in a computer has looked at the
computer and is ready to tell you about the problem. To find about : the problem
the possible cause of the problem the time needed for repairs
parts that need to be ordered the cost of repairs the guarantee
You are a friend of the interviewer will show you a photograph and a must ask as
much as you can about the letter and photograph. To find about :
sender wher from when identity of persons in photo event interviewer's feelings
The Student Union at your university is organizing a skiing are interested in going on the
the interviewerquestions to get as mush as you can about it .To find about :
cost accommodation transport food location facilities ski equipment
numbers going on trip
By ask the interviewer ,find out as much as you can about the bookshop discount card.
To find about :
wher it can be used where it can be obtained validity cost restrictions
if you lose the card uses
Image you are a patient entering to the nurse and find out as much as possible about hospital
rules .To find about :
things to bring with you meal times visiters telephone calls
times of getting up/going to bed entertainment(books,radio,TV) smoking
You are interested in renting a car for a few examiner is in charge of a car rental
some about renting a car. To find about :
the cost per day the cost per kilometer insurance the type of driving licence required
the type of car available the pick-up point for the car
You have just arrived in London for the first go to a Tourist Information interviewer
is working at the information desk in the him/her as many questions as possible.
To find about : hotel accommodation price of accommodation distance from the city center
city sights entertainment facilities transport
The examiner has just seen an out some information about what happened.
To find about : the time of accident what the examiner was doing the accident itself
where the accident took place the number of people injured the cause of the accident
You have been in the university for a few days and you go to the Campus Information Office to find out
about the student welfare services available.
To find about : health care accommdation English language class insurance
travel Student Union Welfare Office student tutors/counsellors
The interviewer has visitors from out some information about them.
To find about : who they are where they are from how they become friends
the length of their stay their plans for daytime and evening activities
stage4 未来打算:
what about your future plan?
Do you think your English is good enough to live in Canada?
what will you do if you can't find a job in Canada?
what's your biggest problem in emmigrating to Canada? How do you overcome the problems?
Do you know the biggest difference between Chinese culture and British culture?
why do you choose Canada as your destination?
what's the most attractive thing of Canada for you?
what do you want to study in Canada?
where are you going to study in? Why?
Do you think going abroad will benefit your career?
When are you going to return China?
what do you plan to do when you come back to China?
How long do you think you may need to get used to the new life in Canada?
Does your wife/husband surpport your plan?
If you were refused to emmigrate to Canada,what are you going to do?
stage5 道别:
Good bye. Bye bye. I am glad to talk with you. Thank you for your time/the talk.
See you later. It's really nice to know you. I appreciate the time you gave me.
雅思面试表达法
What the candidate should do
Show the examiner you are confident by smiling and looking at him or her in the eye.
When the examiner shakes your hand return his or her handshake firmly. Answer the
questions you are asked as clearly and in as much detail as possible. Show that you are
in control by talking freely about yourself and your past. Make sure you have practiced
enough before the test so that the past tenses you use are accurately formed and
appropriate.
What the candidate should not do
Do not tell the examiner that you are nervous or blink your eyes and move about too
much.
Do not shake hands with the examiner as if your extended hand were a cold wet fish!
Do not cut the conversation short with answers of only one word, or short answers.
Do not wait for another question if you know that the examiner wants you to keep
talking.
Do not be afraid to correct yourself if you make a grammatical mistake. But fluency
is more important than grammar at this stage.
英语学习方法总论（口语）
(1).We study spoken English so as to make oral communications, so this order of importance of oral English study
should be followed: Fluency, Accuracy, and Appropriateness. That is to say, we have to pay more attention to
practical communicating ability instead of only laying emphasis on the grammatical correctness.
我们学习口语目的是为了与别人进行交流,所以英语口语中的几个要素的重要次序应为:流利-准确-恰当.
(2).Try to find some partners practicing oral English together and English corner is a good place as where we
may exchange English study experience, widen our sight and improve interest in English.
寻找学伴一起练习口语.英语角是个不错的地方,在那我们不但可以练习口语,还可以交流英语学习经验,开拓
视野,提高英语学习兴趣.
(3).If English partners are not easy to get, then we have to create an English environment ourselves by
speaking English to ourselves.
如果找不到学伴或参加英语角的机会很少,那么也没有关系,有很多种方法可以自己练习口语.比如通过自己
对自己将英语来创造英语环境.可以对自己描述所看到的景物,英语口述自己正在作的事情.
*(4).This method is very effective and easy to insist on--interpreting Chinese-English novels or books. First
we read the Chinese parts and then try to interpret them into English and then compare our interpretation with the
original versions in the novels or books so that we can find out the mistakes, shortcomings and progresses in our
interpretation.
这种方法非常有效且很容易坚持---口译汉英对照(或英汉对照)的小说或其它读物.首先我们先读汉语部分,然
后逐句直接口译成英文,完成一小段后,去看书上的对应英文部分并与我们的口译进行比较,我们马上可以发
现我们口译的错误,缺点和进步. 请注意:开始要选择较简单的读物,且应大量做,只做一两篇效果是不明显的.
开始可能较慢,费时较多,但请坚持,整体上这是一个加速的过程. 高级阶段请计时练习,以加快反应速度和口
语流利度.
(5).Interpreting what you hear---Changing Roles: Three people make a group: one speaks Chinese, one
speaks English acting as the foreigner, one acts as interpreter. Then change roles. This is a good interpreting
training method and is good for studying from one another. In addition, it may improve the responding ability and
speed of students. The advanced stage of this method is simultaneous interpretation.
听译法-角色互换:三人一组,模拟翻译实战.一人将汉语,一人将英语,扮演老外,一人作翻译.练习一段时间后互
换角色.这是一种非常好的翻译训练方法,也是很好的相互学习,取长补短的方法.而且可大大提高反应速度和
能力.此法的高级阶段为同声传译,我们可以在听广播或看电视或开会时,把所听内容口译英文.
(6).Oral composition and 3-minute training method: This method is suitable for intense training. Making an
oral composition about a certain topic for one minute the first time and record the composition on tape at the same
time. Then listen to the composition and find out the room for improvement. Then make the same composition for
two minutes for the second time and also record it. And at last repeat the above-mentioned for three minutes.
口语作文和 3 分钟训练法:此法适用于强化训练.找好一个题目作一分钟的口语作文,同时将其录音.听录音,找
出不足和错误,就此题目再作两分钟的的口语作文,同样录音,再听并找出不足与进步,继续作三分钟口语作文.
这是高级口语训练,效果不俗.
(7).Retelling exercise: Retell some articles or English stories in our own words.
复述练习:最简单也是最有效的口语学习方法.从治本上攻克英文的方法,特别适合初学者和中级学者,用自己
的话背颂所听的英语故事或文章短文,应该大量地练习.
(8).If possible, we may read some English tongue twisters loudly and quickly with one or two cakes of
candy in our mouth (just as the Chinese cross-talk actors do.) to train our oral cavity muscle and tongues suitable
for English pronunciation.
如果可能我们也可以大声且快速朗读英文绕口令(就象相声演员练嘴),还可以同时口中含块糖以加大强化训
练的力度.这样来强我们的口腔肌肉迅速适应英文发音,使我们的口语相当流利,清晰,而且还有自信.例如:
☆A big black bug bit the back of a big black bear. The big black bear bit back the big black bug.
☆This fish has a thin fin; That fish has a fat fin;
☆This fish is a fish that has a thinner fin than that fish.
(9).Paying more attention to phrases and small words as one major shortcoming of Chinese English
(especially Chinese oral English) is that Chinese students tend to use big words in their oral language, but the
idiomatic oral English is abundant with short, active and vivid phrases. And most of such phrases are made of
small words.
特别注意短语(词组)和小词的运用,中国式的英语尤其是口语一个很大的缺点就是中国学生喜欢用大词,
而真正地道的英语口语确是充满着短小,活泼,生动的短语,富有生气.而这些短语大部分有小词构成.
(10) Thinking in English.英语思维的培养。
1. 大量根据图片来了解生词的含义,故事的情节.这是少儿英语中常用的方法,也试用于成人.
2. 习惯于使用英-英字典而不是英-汉字典会起相当重要的作用.
3. 加强听力训练,尤其是听用英语解释英语的课程讲解.
4. 如果没有机会拥有封闭的语言环境的话, 就最好尝试一下自我封闭语言环境的创造与训练.如:强迫
自己在一周内所有要表达的话,全部用英语表达.只要你能坚持一周,效果就相当明显.
(11).Oral English has its own features, but it is closely combined with other aspects of English, for example,
writing may make oral English precise and accurate.
口语虽自有特色,但与英语的其它方面紧密相连.比如,经常练习写作,可使口语精密,准确.
练习口语的 6 种技巧
第一，如何用英文简单界定一个东西的技巧。美国人和美国人交谈 80％是想告诉对方这个事物是什么。
我们的课本尽管词汇难度不断加深，但思维逻辑结构却只停留在一个水平上。中国人常说 Where is the book
（这本书在哪儿）？很少有人说 What is a book（书是什么）？而美国的小学生就开始问：What is the book？
这种 Where is the book 只是思维的描述阶段。但是我想连大学生也很难回答 What is a book？因为中国传统
英语教学模式没有教会学生表达思想的技巧。
第二，如果已经学会界定，但理解还有偏差，那就要训练 How to explain things in different ways（用不
同的方式解释同一事物）。一种表达式对方不懂，美国人会寻找另一种表达式最终让对方明白。因为事物就
一个，但表达它的语言符号可能会很多。这就要多做替换练习。传统的教学方法也做替换练习，但这种替
换不是真替换，只是语言层面的替换，而不是思维层面的替换。比如，I love you（我爱你）。按我们教学的
替换方法就把 you 换成 her，my mother 等，这种替换和小学生练描红没有什么区别。这种替换没有对智力
构成挑战，没有启动思维。这种替换句子的基本结构没变，我听不懂 I love you，肯定也听不懂 I love her。
如果替换为 I want to kiss you，I want to hug you，I will show my heart to you 等，或者给对方讲电影《泰坦
尼克》，告诉对方那就是爱，这样一来对方可能就明白了。这才叫真正的替换。也就是说用一种不同的方式
表达同一个意思，或者一个表达式对方听不清楚，举一个简单易懂的例子来表达，直到对方明白。
第三，我们必须学会美国人怎样描述东西。从描述上来讲，由于中美的文化不同会产生很大的差异。
我们描述东西无外乎把它放在时间和空间两个坐标上去描述。美国人对空间的描述总是由内及外，由里及
表。而中国人正好相反。从时间上来说，中国人是按自然的时间顺序来描述。我们描述一个东西突然停住
时，往往最后说的那个地方是最重要的。美国人在时间的描述上先把最重要的东西说出来，然后再说陪衬
的东西。只有发生悲剧性的事件，美国人才在前面加上铺垫。这就是中国人和美国人在时间描述上的巨大
差别。
第四，要学会使用重要的美国习语。不容易学、易造成理解困惑的东西就是“习语”。比如北京人说盖
了帽儿了，外国人很难理解，这就是习语。所以和美国人交流时，能适当地运用美国习语，他马上就会觉
得很亲切，也很爱和你交流。那么什么是习语？就是每个单词你都认识，但把它们组合在一起，你就不知
道是什么意思了。
第五，学会两种语言的传译能力。这是衡量口语水平的一个最重要标准。因为英语不是我们的母语，
我们天生就有自己的母语。很多人都认为学好外语必须丢掉自己的母语，这是不对的。
第六，要有猜测能力。为什么美国人和美国人、中国人和中国人之间交流很少产生歧义？就是因为他
们之间能“猜测”。我们的教学不提倡“猜测”。但我觉得猜测对学好美国口语很重要。在交流中，有一个词
你没有听懂，你不可能马上去查字典，这时候就需要猜测来架起一座桥梁来弥补这个缺口，否则交流就会
中断。
讲讲英语的用气问题。我们在发音时，尽量气运丹田，而避免用肺发音，这可以使英语发音洪亮圆润。
如何即听懂又可以迅速反应
听觉的能力, 恐怕健全人的听力都几乎没有问题.考试中 Listening Comprehension 也是考的"听力理
解" 而不是考核你的"听力".这就说明,听关键在于"理解".所以"理解"是听的前提!.
理解的前提是对语言要素的掌握,对于英语就是对单词的理解的把握,因此,要想听懂,首先就要有一定
的词
汇基础.就我个人来说,我第一次接触英语是在我 7 岁的时候,那时我什么都听不懂, 但是一年后我坚持
看<少儿家庭英语(欧阳伐苏 主讲)>,积累了一些词汇,从此我便开始理解别人讲什么,也就开始了良性循环:听
--听懂一些---学习---全都听懂---下一个阶段.......我觉得是听懂在先,然后在学习巩固.你不妨联系下面的句子
看看我说的对不对:
( first person)- How time flys!
( second person)-Really!And apart for years! Why!! And the tel of you was engaged for centurys...
F: oh no! i've change it .You are hitting the nail on the end! I should have told you my new
number!
S: Nothing serious.
F; What`s up?
S: FIne , and you?
F: I am fine and in pink but the firm may be in RED.
S: DOn't give up ! And you are the super-person!
F: No kidding.
S: yes but if i were you i would cut down the .......
雅思口语测验技巧
第一阶段
您一般会被问及关于您的背景和考 IELTS 考试的原因。您应对这类问题做好准备，在第一阶段表现的
要求包括：1)在轻松友善的态度下介绍自己；2)用简单，准确而流利的言语提供您自己的基本资料；
3)表现给面试官知道您愿意表达自己和您有很多有趣的事要告诉他。
应做的事
1)保持微笑和保持眼神接触；2)当和面试官握手的时候，用力一点以表诚意；3)清淅和详细地回答；
4)大方的谈及自己的事情和经验以控制场面；5)测验前多练习，以肯定您能准确运用过去式等等的语
法。
不应做的事
1)不要告诉面试官您很紧张，也不要眨眼太多和眼珠有太多移动；
2)握手时不要让面试官以为自己在握着一条死鱼；3)不要让对话在短句中中止；
4)当面试官期望您进一步说明，不要随便停下；
5)有语法错误时不要害怕，应镇定地更正，但在口语考试中，流利度绝对比语法准确度重要。
建议用字和用句
Good morning. Good afternoon. I'm very well thank you? Pleased to meet you.
What exactly would you like to know? As you can see from my CV...
Perhaps I can begin by telling you about... Recently, I've been studying at ...
Recently, I've been working at ... I've been studying English now for (1 year)...
The reason I'm taking the test is because ... Would you like to know about ...?
Before that I studied at ... Before that I worded at ...
At the moment I'm studying at ... At the moment I'm working at ...
Have I answered your question? Is there anything else you wish to know?
第二阶段
当面试官要求您详细回答一些事情时，您应察觉第二部分已经开始了。通常题目会是关于您的兴趣，
您的工作和您的学业。您也许会被问及一件事的过程，一件物件如何运作或一项游戏的规则等等。想在第
二阶段有好的表现，您应该能做到以下几点：
1)不需面试官太多提示而流利地讲出个人见解；2)能流利解释，描述或说明一件事情的发生；
3)表现出您愿意讨论这个题目，就算您对它不熟悉，您也可围绕着这个题目发挥。
应做的事
1)开始回答时，先表示自己对题目的看法；2)您起码要想到至少两个值得讨论的要点；
3)在正式开始讲解前，先说明您会提到的要点；
4)对不认识的题目，您可尝试猜测。用“maybe”,“perhaps”等字会比什么也不说好。
不应做的事
1)不要说您不懂这个题目或您从来未想过这些事情；
2)当您听不明白问题时，不用担心，您可要求面试官重覆一次；
3)不要离题。否则面试官会以为您听不明白题目；
4)不要等面试官问问题，要表现出您有能力讨论题目而不需任何提示帮助。
建议题目
... the advantages and disadvantages of the use of computers.
... the banning of alcohol and tobacco advertising in the media.
... price differences between various items in your country and Australia.
... examinations at school in your country and their relevance.
... the importance of video and television in education.
... the pros and cons of living, studying or working in a foreign country.
... the causes and effects of traffic jams in major cities.
... the qualities and skills required of a good company manager.
描述：
... the recreational facilities in your city/town.
... the night-life in your city/town.
... the public transport system in your city/town.
... an interesting vacation you have taken recently.
... how a vacuum cleaner or other modern appliance works.
... your journey to this country.
... your first impressions of (your host country).
解释：
... the rules of basketball (or your favourite game or sport).
... how space travel can be of benefit in the future.
... why crime occurs in modern cities.
... the need for an international language.
... why you chose your particular field of study.
说明：
... a folk story in your culture that has significance.
... the plot of a good book you have read recently.
建议用字和用句
Could you please rephrase that question/topic? I'm not exactly sure what you mean ...
I'm not exactly sure how to answer that question, but (perhaps) ...
That's a rather difficult question, but (maybe) ...
I'm sorry, but I don't know much about ...
However, it might be possible that ...
Maybe I can answer your question by telling you about a personal experience I had.
That's an interesting question ...
Let me see. Well, I suppose that ...
Well, I think there are 2 (or 3 or more) reasons:
First, ... Second, ... Finally, ...
In my opinion there are three ways of looking at it:
First of all, ... Next, ... Then, ...
Have I given you enough information?
Would you like me to tell you more about ...?
Is that all you'd like to know?
I'm afraid that's about as much as I know.
I think that's about it.
I can't think of anything else right now ...
第三阶段
当面试官要求您问他/她一些问题来收集资料时，您知道第三阶段已经开始。这可以算是一种角色扮演
游戏。想在这个阶段取得高分，您必须做到以下几点：
1)明白自己角色的处境并知道自己需要什么资料；
2)控制局面，问的问题必须能发掘最多的资料或能解决某些问题；
3)在面试官给您的一些卡片中选用一些准确和适合的问题发问。
应做的事
1)肯定自己完全明白自己所扮演的角色和处境；
2)将过程分开 3 部分：设定背景，询问问题和说“Thank you”和“Goodbye”；
3)在角色扮演前先说明您的角色和您想知道什么；
4)尽量问多些问题发掘所有资料，您至少需问 10 条问题。
不应做的事
1)当您对状况不肯定的时候，不要勉强假装自己明白，您可以请面试官再重覆一次；
2)在未设定背景前不要开始问卡片上的问题。尽量令对话显得自然；
3)不要在题目上找些字眼来组成问题，题目的作用只是一个起首的介绍，它有时并不能组成自然流畅
的问题；
4)除非题目要求，不要问任何个人问题。
角色扮演卡片实例
MOVIES AT THE CINEMA
The examiner is a friend who has a part-time job selling tickets at the local cinema. Find out as much as you
can about the movies showing this week.
Suggested topics: number of cinemas - movie titles - type of movies - reviews - screening times
- ticket prices - discounts
HEALTH SURVEY
You have been asked to take a survey of people's attitudes to health and fitness. Ask the examiner as many
question as you can about his or her health and fitness.
Suggested topics: exercise - diet - vitamin supplements - visits to the doctor - smoking
-drinking - sleep and rest
第四阶段
在第四阶段，您会被要求更详细地讲出您的未来计划。面试官会将话题带向关于您将来的一些计划，
如您想有好的表现，您必须用到以下几点：
1)详细地谈及您的未来计划(通常是关于您的工作或学业)，避免需要面试官太多提示；
2)详细讨论什么事情会或不会发生，讲出您对将来会发生的不同事物的看法；
3)用简单的语言讲出复杂的意思。
应做的事：
1)预先计划说话的方式，应如何将您的未来计划表达出来；
2)准备所有可能的 wh/how 问题(即 what, why, which, where, when, how 等等)的答案；
3)适合的句子和语法的表达；
4)对深奥的问题，您可尝试推测，尽量用简单的英语表达深奥的意思，不要随便放弃作答。
不应做的事：
1)不要回答得太简单。例如，被问及您的工作计划时，千万不要只回答“我毕业后便到一间公司里作”。
您可说出公司名称，您可想象您的职位；
2)不要用太多“will”这个字，在英语词汇中有很多字都可用来表达将来的事。“will”这个字太确定，不适
合用在计划上。
例句和建议题目
Well, ... as you know, at the moment I'm studying at ... Well, ... as I told you before, at the moment I'm
working at ... I'm preparing right now to
雅思面试第二阶迷你表达法
※Useful said
Could you please rephrase that question/ topic? I’m not exactly sure what you mean…
I’m not exactly sure how to answer that question, but (perhaps)…
That’s a rather difficult question, but (maybe)…
I’m sorry, but I don’t know much about…However, it might be possible that…
Maybe I can answer your question by telling you about a personal experience I had.
That’s an interesting question…Let me see. Well, I suppose that…
Well, I think there are three ways of looking at it:
First…Second…Finally…
In my opinion there are three ways of it: First of all,…Next,…Then,…
Have I given you enough information?
Is that all you’d like to know?
I think that’s about it.
Would you like me to tell you more about…
I’m afraid that’s about as much as I know…
I can’t think of anything else right now…
※You can state you have finished by saying:
I think that’s all. That’s it, I think…
Have I answered your question? Does that give you a clear idea?
※You can invite your interviewer to talk by saying:
I think you know more about this than I do. Bob, don’t you agree?
What’s your opinion? What do you think?
I expect you will agree with me when I say… I don’t know what you think, but…
※What the candidate should do
·Organize your reply by first commenting on the topic given.
·Then think of at least 2 main aspects of the topic that are worth discussing.
·Explain that you will discuss each aspect in turn before you begin your talk in tamest. (formally and objectively is
best)
·Try to talk around a difficult topic by guessing. Using“maybe”,“perhaps”etc. It is much better than saying
nothing!
※What the candidate should not do
·Do not say that you cannot talk about the topic, or that you’ve never thought about it.
·Do not worry if you do not understand a question/ topic. Ask the examiner to repeat it.
· Do not digress too much. Keep to the topic, otherwise it will appear as though you do not
understand what the question topic is.
· Do not wait for question-show that you are capable of discussing the topic without being
prompted by the examiner.
雅思面试第三阶迷你表达法
角色扮演
Within this section, you are expected to be quite familiar with the use of“question words”, . wh-words, like Who,
What, Where, When/ What time, Which, How, How many/ much, How often, How long, How far, etc.
※What the candidate should do:
Make sure you totally understand the role you play and the situation before you begin asking any questions.
Divide the role-play upsintosthree parts: setting the scene; asking questions; goodbye and thank you.
Set up the role-play by first explaining who you are and what you want.
Ask as many questions as you can to find out everything about the situation at least 6-7 questions, if possible.
※What the candidate should not do:
Do not pretend you understand the situation or your role if you do not really know what to do. Just ask the
examiner to tell you again.
Do not ask questions from the topics on the card before you have set up the role-play. Try to make it sound
like a natural conversation.
Do not simply take the topic words from the cards to form questions. They are headings only, and will not
always help you to form natural questions.
Do not ask personal questions of the examiner unless you are specifically required to do so.
雅思面试第四阶迷你表达法
※What the candidate should do:
Plan the talk about your future I sections similar to those given in the flowchart. Of course, you can use
your own planning ideas if you wish.
Prepare before the test by asking yourself wh/ how questions of each section of your talk.
The answers can form the basis of your talk.
Use appropriate future forms and phrases to express the chance of a future situation occurring.
Try to talk around a difficult question by speculating, using simple words to express complex ideas.
It is not a good idea to give up and fail to try and express yourself.
※What the candidate should not do:
Do not simply mention that you will, say, work for a company after you graduate. Name a company:
imagine your future position, and pretend. You will never see the examiner again!
Do not be surprised if the examiner asks you questions as you talk. Once you have finished answering in
detail, you can continueswheresyou were before in the conversation.
Do not overuse the word“will”. There are many other ways to express the future in English. “Will”is
often too definite to indicate plans which. After all, may or may not happens as you wish.
口语考试中你常会遇到的问题
1. What’s your name?
2. Does your name have any special meaning?
3. Where were you come from?
4. What kind of landscape surrounds your hometown?
5. What is the main crop in your hometown?
6. What is the difference between Beijing and your hometown?
7. What are the main places of interest in your hometown?
8. What is the climate like in your hometown?
9. What is the character of the people like in the region where you live?
10. What are the differences in accent between the people of your hometown and Beijing?
11. What is people’s favorite food in your region?
12. How do you make dumplings?
13. What do you do during the Spring Festival?
14. Why is the Spring Festival so important to Chinese people?
15. Can you describe one of the main festivals celebrated in your country?
16. Tell me something about the Lantern Festival.
17. Tell me something about the Qing Ming Festival.
18. Tell me something about the customs of your country.
19. How long have you lived in Beijing?
20. What is the weather like in Beijing?
21. How do you compare the climate in Beijing with that in your hometown?
22. What place in Beijing do you like best? Why ?
23. Which is the worst place you’ve been to China?
24. Which is the best place you’ve been to China?
25. What places in Beijing should a foreigner visit? Why?
26. What are the major social problems in Beijing? How can they be solved?
27. What is the biggest problem China faces?
28. What places in Beijing should a foreigner visit? Why?
29. Could you tell me something about your family?
30. Have you any children?
31. What is your child’s name? Does his name have a meaning?
32. What does your wife/husband do?
33. When did you get married?
34. Describe your wedding.
35. How have weddings changed in recent years?
36. Are there any special customs about wedding in your region?
37. Describe a traditional wedding ceremony.
38. Where did you go for your honeymoon?
39. Did you have to ask for permission from your parents before you got married?
40. Is it acceptable for couples to live together without marrying?
41. Where do you think a newly couple should live? Living with their parents or on their own?
42. What responsibilities should a couple take?
43. How do Chinese usually celebrate birthdays?
44. Are there any traditions concerning the birth of a baby?
45. What kind of parent do you intend to be?
46. What do you think of One-Child Policy in China?
47. Why do people in China traditionally want to have a son?
48. What difficulties do Chinese farmers have concerning their old age?
49. What do you think needs to be done in order to relieve the farmer’s worries?
50. What hope or fears do you have for your children?
51. What sort of culture do you hope your child will grow up in?
52. Are you going to bring up your child differently from the way you were brought up? How?
53. Do you enjoy shopping?
54. Who does most of the shopping in your family?
55. What are you good at cooking? What is your favorite dish?
56. Who does most of cooking in your family?
57. Is there sex discrimination in China?
58. How do you sum up women’s conditions in China?
59. What are the causes of sex discrimination?
60. Should government pay certain salaries to those housewives? Why or why not?
61. Would you want your wife to continue with her career or to stay at home taking care of the household
after you get married?
62. Have you ever wished to be one of the opposite sex? Why (why not)?
63. What would you do if your next-door neighbour were noisy nearly all the time?
64. Do you have a lot of friend?
65. What does friendship mean to you? What kind of people do you make friend with?
66. What is your major?
67. How do you like your major?
68. When and where did you graduate? What qualifications have you obtained?
69. Do you still remember your school days?
70. What impressed you most when you were at university?
71. Which is the best university in your country?
72. Could you sum up your own study habits in a few points?
73. What do you think of the practice of setting up key schools in primary and secondary school education in
China?
74. Do you think the subjects you are studying today are relevant to present-day society? Why ?
75. What do you think education should be? Should it be a process of learning what is useful for your future
life or should it be simply learning for enjoyment? Why?
76. What do you do for a living?
77. What do you do in the office every day?
78. Since your job seems too professional to me, could you explain it in detail?
79. What are your job prospects?
80. If you had the opportunity to change your job, what would you do with it?
81. Do you have any ambitious?
82. Will any possible future changes affect your job in any way?
83. What are your spare time interests?
84. How do you spend your weekends?
85. What is your favorite sport? What are the rules?
86. What is the most popular sport in your country?
87. What are the sporting facilities like in your university/Beijing?
88. What do you know about Qigong? Do you believe in Qigong?
89. What do you do in your spare time?
90. Do you often read newspapers? If not, why ones do you read?
91. What do you think of computer?
92. Do you think computer has changed our life so much?
93. Do you often go to the cinema/theatre?
94. What kind of films do you like best?
95. Do you often watch TV? What is your favorite program?
96. Do you think watching TV too much is a waste of time?
97. What kind of music do you enjoy?
98. Who is your favorite film star? Will you describe him/her to me?
99. Do you enjoy travelling?
100. Where have you been travelling to? Which place interested you most?
101. Do you smoking?
102. Do you think smoking is a problem that needs special attention and has to be solved? If so, why?
103. What do you know about XXX?
104. What problem do you think you will have in XXX?
105. How will you overcome the difficulties?
106. Do you think you will be able to cope with English-demands of your intended study program in XXX?
107. What difficulties do you think you’ll encounter in your studies in XXX ?
108. Can you imagine what life in Britain/Canada/Australia/London, etc. would be like?
109. How will you fare in Britain/Canada/Australia, etc. without your family?
110. What do you intend to study?
111. Which university are you going to study at?
112. Why did you choose this university?
113. Where are you going to study in XXX?
114. What are you plans in XXX?
115. What is your research proposal all about?
116. What do you hope for most from your study abroad?
117. Will your study abroad help your job prospects after come back to China?
118. Should you study more theory or do more practice? Give your reasons, please.
119. What kind of differences in the cultures are you expecting between China and the XX?
120. How will your study in Britain benefit your work in China when you come back to China?
121. What do you intend to do after you finish studying?
122. What will be your main problem when you are study in a foreign country?
123. What problem can you foresee in the future when you come back to China?
124. Will there be any adjustment problems in your life when you come back to China? If so, what are they?
125. Will you have to make any changes in your work/life when you come back to China?
126. Do you think there will be a gap between your knowledge gained in China and the level of knowledge
you are going to encounter on arrival? If so, what will it be?
127. What do you think of the future of China keeps an open policy?
128. What do you regard as the most significant events in your country’s recent histor
雅思 IELTS 口语测试要点
1. First impression are particularly important!
2. Be willing to talk , and be positive.
3. Answer questions simply, but in detail.
4. Fluency is more important.
5. Show your confidence , in a relaxed , friendly manner.
6. Be careful with the past tense and third person singular form.
7. Always try to talk in a polite way.
8. Keep talking until the indication of stop.
9. Think of at least two main aspects of a topic.
10. Keep your talk in track.
口语 Part1 范文：INTRODUCTION
1. Hello. Could you show me your identification card please?
Hello. Sure, here you are.
2. Could you tell me your full name please?
My full name is XXX. I am also called by my English name, which is XXX.
3. What shall I call you?
You could call me XXX.
4. How are you?
I am well thank you, and yourself?
5. How old are you?
I am 22 years old. In other words, I was born in 1980. On the eight of March 1980, to be exact.
6. Does your name have any special meaning? ( 5 - 6 )
Yes, my name does have some special meaning. My family name means ‘peace’, and my first
name means ‘strong one’. My English name was given to me by one of my high school teachers,
and it does not have any special meaning really.
6. Does your name have any special meaning? ( 7 - 8 )
I presume you are referring to my Chinese name. Yes, the English equivalent of my family
name would be something like ‘peace’, and in the case of my first name it would be ‘strong one’.
My English name was randomly chosen by one of my high school teachers, and it really doesn’t
have any special meaning.
7. Is your name important to you? ( 5 - 6 )
No. I don’t think it can do anything for me. I believe a person has to work out his own life. I am
planning to do this as well as I can.
7. Is your name important to you? ( 7 - 8 )
Not really. I am part of the new generation who do not attach too much significance to our
names. Names were important to the older generation as they of the opinion that it will determine
your destiny to some extent. However, I personally believe that I myself will determine my
destiny irrespective of what my name is. I will do this by acquiring good qualifications and by
working hard.
55. What are your spare time interests? ( 5 - 6 )
8. Where do you come from? ( 5 - 6 )
8. How long have you lived in your hometown? ( 5 - 6 )
I come from Shenyang. My parents have been living here for the past thirty years or so. I grew up
here and I attended a well-known school called School number 163. We live in a nice area with
many shops, restaurants, and other businesses.
8. Where do you come from? ( 7 - 8 )
8. How long have you lived in your hometown? ( 7 - 8 )
I come from Shenyang. My parents have been living here for the past thirty years or so. I grew up
here and I attended a well-known school called School number 163. We live in a respectable area
with many shops, restaurants, and a variety of other businesses. The people in our building are
generally friendly and quite, which makes it a pleasure to live there.
9. Where do you live? ( 5 - 6 )
I live with my parents here in Shenyang at the moment. To be more exact, we live in an apartment
building in one of the northern suburbs of the city. I have my own room and enjoy the privacy that
it brings, but I am looking forward to the day that I can have my own apartment. Allow me to
explain: they are good parents, and I love them very much, but I would like to be more
independent soon.
9. Where do you live? ( 7 - 8 )
Well, that is not so easy to answer. Please allow me to explain. During the week I live in a
dormitory at the university, but over weekends I live with my parents in a village about one hour
by car from Shenyang. So I really do not know which of the two to call my home at the moment.
10. Can you tell me something about your hometown? ( 5 - 8 )
Yes, certainly. Shenyang is in the northeast part of China, and the capital of the Liaoning province.
It has about seven million inhabitants. It has many heavy industries such as automobile, aircraft,
and machine tool manufacturers. In addition, it is rich in history. For example, the Japanese
invaded the city and committed many atrocities (that is to say many crimes) during the occupation.
This is still remembered by many of the elderly folks to this day. Another example that I could
mention is the Imperial Palace that belonged to the last dynasty - the Qing dynasty- in China.
11. Can you tell me about some famous landscapes in your hometown? ( 5 - 8 )
11. Can you tell me about some famous scenic spots in your hometown? ( 5 - 8 )
11. What are the main places of interest in your hometown? Why? ( 5 - 8 )
11. What places should foreigners visit in your hometown? Why? ( 5 - 8 )
Sure. Firstly, I could mention the Hun River, which you will find around the city. To the northeast
of the city there is the famous Qing Pan Mountains and the zoological park and botanical gardens.
In summer it is a popular place to visit and see tigers, bears, wolves, other animals and even
pandas in their natural environment. In winter we often go skiing there. Secondly, I would like to
mention Beiling Park. It consists of a large park, with many gardens and a lake. In addition it also
is the site of an emperor’s tomb from the Qing Dynasty. Lastly, there are many other sites that are
worthwhile visiting. For example, Government (City Hall) Square with the Great Theater
alongside it, Zhongshan Square, and the spectacular TV Tower, which is the highest architectural
attraction in Shenyang.
12. What places in your hometown do you like best? ( 5 - 8 )
There are many places that I like. If I had to choose one place, I would like to tell you about
Government Square. Firstly, it is the largest square in Shenyang. What I mean is that it is a large
open space where one can see the sky clearly, and feel free. Secondly, it houses an important
government building. I guess you could call it the City Hall.
13. What are the main crops in your region? ( 5 - 6 )
In our region many crops are grown. For example one would find all kinds of vegetables in the
fields of this region. In addition, many farmers have orchards. Here they grow many kinds of fruit
like apples, pears, and peaches.
13. What are the main crops in your region? ( 7-8 )
In our region many crops are grown. For example one would find all kinds of vegetables in the
fields of this region. In addition, many farmers have orchards. Here they grow many kinds of fruit
like apples, pears, and peaches. Lastly, it is important to note that Shenyang is note known for its
agriculture. It is better known as an industrial city. For example, here are many heavy industries
manufacturing anything from aircraft and automobiles to machine tools.
14. What is the difference between your hometown and Beijing / Hong Kong? ( 5 - 6 )
The main difference between Shenyang and Hong Kong is the climate. For example, there they
have a tropical climate. That is to say that it is very hot and humid. Here in Shenyang we have
cold winters and hot summers. Secondly, Shenyang is an industrial city, whereas Hong Kong is
more a financial center. That is to say, here we have many factory workers, or to be more exact,
family-orientated workers who are not very wealthy, and in Hong Kong there are many tycoons,
millionaires, and wealthy people.
14. What is the difference between your hometown and Beijing / Hong Kong? ( 7 - 8 )
The main difference between Shenyang and Hong Kong is the climate. For example, there they
have a tropical climate. That is to say that it is very hot and humid. Here in Shenyang we have
cold winters and hot summers. Although cities like Hong Kong, Beijing, and Shanghai are larger
than my hometown Shenyang, they all are bustling with industrial and cultural activities. Maybe
Hong Kong is an exception, as it is better known as one of the most important financial capitals of
the world.
15. What are the people like in your hometown? ( 5 - 6 )
15. Can you tell me something about the character of the people in your hometown? ( 5 - 6 )
Well, they aren’t any different from the people in any other large city. For example, here we also
have good and bad people. Secondly, like everyone else, they are trying to work out a good life for
themselves and their children. For example, parents are trying all they can to ensure that their
children receive a good education.
15. What are the people like in your hometown? ( 7 - 8 )
15. Can you tell me something about the character of the people in your hometown?
Well, they aren’t any different from the inhabitants in any other large city. For example, here
we also have many wholesome families as well as our share of criminal elements in the society. In
addition, I believe that my hometown has not been westernized to the same extent as a city like
Hong Kong. For example, in Shenyang the people have not become materialistic to the same
extent as the inhabitants of Hong Kong. In other words, in Shenyang you would still find many
good old-fashioned (traditional) people who have strong principles and values about many aspects
of life.
As a matter of fact, I have very little spare time these days. My studies are so important to me
that I have given up all my other activities. For example, I used to love playing tennis, but these
days I simply do not have the time. In addition, I used to swim often, as I believe it kept me fit
without the danger of being injured.
16. Are you a student or do you have a job? ( 5 - 8 )
I am a student at the moment. I am studying English on a full-time basis at a Language School
here in Shenyang. We have classes in the mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Wednesday
afternoons we are off, and are allowed to go swimming at a nearby hotel. We have a number of
foreign teachers who assist us in the correct pronunciation and grammar of the language.
16. Are you a student or do you have a job? ( 5 - 8 )
I have a job. I am working in a workshop of a large manufacturing plant at the moment. I
graduated from high school two years ago, and went to work immediately. I am an assistant to one
of the automotive electricians in the workshop. I have to assist my artisan in getting his jobs done.
For instance, I have the responsibility to see that are the tools are in good order, and that the
workshop is always kept clean and tidy.
17. What do you like most about your studies? ( 5 - 8 )
Well, I guess the speaking part. Please allow me to explain. Language is all about
communication. So when I am able to communicate with someone in English, I feel that I have
achieved something. I particularly like our free talk sessions with the foreign teachers. It gives me
the opportunity to question them about their countries and cultures.
18. What is your major? ( 5 - 8 )
As I have been studying on a full-time basis at an English Language School, we have only one
subject, namely English for Academic Purposes called EAP. We do reading and writing, practical
speaking, and listening by means of cassettes. English is the language of the future, especially in
the business world. What I mean to say is that when I am able to communicate well in English I
will not only be able to go and study abroad and improve my qualifications, but also have
mastered a very necessary tool for my future career.
19. Which is the best university in China? ( 5 - 8 )
That’s an interesting question. Allow me to explain my personal view by shortly mentioning the
following points: I believe that the Liaoning University in Shenyang is the best University in the
country. For example, it has the highest percentage of students passing their courses of all the
universities in China.
20. Describe your study habits? ( 5 - 8 )
I have well established study habits. For example, I always start promptly at eight in the
evenings. I study for two hours, have a ten-minute break, and the study for another two hours. I
follow this habit from Monday ’s to Friday ’s, but over the weekends I put in more hours. For
example, I study in the mornings and afternoons, and then take the evenings off to relax with my
family or friends.
21. Do you think your present subjects are relevant? ( 5 - 8 )
Yes. Allow me to explain myself by shortly mentioning the following points: Firstly, we often
use case studies in class. What I mean is that the professor gives us examples from real life to
examine and report on. Secondly, our lecturers and some advisors from the relevant industries
have set up our study material. What I mean to say is that the people who we are going to work for
one day have had the opportunity to tell the university what they think we should be taught.
22. What kind of job would you prefer after graduation? ( 5 - 8 )
I would like to become a medical doctor. Please allow me to explain. Firstly, I would like to
render a service in the community to which I will eventually belong. For example, I would like to
assist the elderly that do not have the financial means to afford private hospitals.
23. What are your job prospects? ( 5 - 8 )
I am planning to become a Hotel Manager. Please allow me to explain. Firstly, I believe that the
hotel industry will be growing greatly in future. For example, people are becoming more affluent,
and spend more and more of their money on holidays. In addition, I believe that after graduating I
will be able to find a good job anywhere in the world. What I mean to say is that all hotels and
resorts have the same objectives irrespective of where they are situated. Their aim is to ensure that
their guests have a good time and return again.
24. Do you have a degree? If so, when and where did you graduate? ( 5 - 8 )
Yes. I have a Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering. I graduated in 2001 from the
Liaoning University in Shenyang. It is the largest university in the Liaoning Province and has
about twenty thousand students.
24. Do you have a degree? If so, when and where did you graduate? ( 5 - 8 )
No. I have a Diploma in Nursing. I graduated in 2001 from the Medical Training College in
Beijing. It is a well-known College giving excellent training to future nurses and other medical
staff. For example, ambulance drivers, hospital staff, and so on are all trained there.
25. What impressed you most when you were at university / college? ( 5 - 8 )
I was most impressed by the knowledge and skills of my lecturers. For example, they had
experience in the working environment, and could tell us exactly what we would come across
there. Secondly, I was impressed by the facilities. For example, we had a large library,
well-equipped laboratories, and sporting facilities at our disposal.
26. Do you still remember your school days? ( 5 - 8 )
Of course! Those were some of the best times in my life. Allow me to explain myself by shortly
mentioning the following points: Firstly they were carefree days. What I mean to say is that I had
no or very few worries. My parents provided in my day-to-day needs, and all I had to do was get
good grades. Secondly, I had many friends in school. For instance, some o my best friends today
were people that I met in school.
27. Describe your job in detail. ( 5 - 8 )
I am an Engineer. Allow me to explain myself by shortly mentioning the following points:
Firstly, I work for a large construction company. To be more precise, we specialize in the building
of railway bridges. Secondly, I would like to mention that I am in the designing department. We
have to look at the site for a new bridge, and then decide what type of bridge will be suitable.
Lastly, we have to make recommendations to the railway company of all the alternatives, and give
them some idea of the costs.
28. Is your job important to you? ( 5 - 6 )
That’s a broad question. Allow me to explain by shortly mentioning the following points: First
of all, my job is important to me because by doing it I can serve my community and my country.
For example, when my company builds a new road, many people benefit from our work. Secondly,
it makes me feel good about myself. For instance, I am earning enough money to be able to rent
my own apartment.
28. Is your job important to you? ( 7 - 8 )
That’s a broad question. Allow me to explain by shortly mentioning the following points: First
of all, my job is important to me because by doing it I can serve my community and my country.
For example, when my com
31. Could you tell me something about your family? ( 5 - 8 )
Certainly. We are a normal Chinese family. It consists of my father, my mother, and me. I am
the only child, so I don’t have any brothers or sisters. My grandparents passed away when I was
still very young, so I did not have the privilege of knowing them. My father was one of four
children, and my mother has a brother, so I have a number of uncles and aunts, and many cousins.
32. What do you think of the One-Child Policy in China? ( 5 - 6 )
That ’ s a tough question. Allow me to explain my personal views by shortly mentioning the
following points: Firstly, I think we have to have the policy in China. Our population had been
growing to rapidly and something drastic had to be done. Secondly, I believe the policy will give
China a chance to move ahead in the world. What I mean to say is that as soon as the population
growth has stabilized, China will be able to make progress in the fight against unemployment.
32. What do you think of the One-Child Policy in China? ( 7 - 8 )
That ’ s a controversial question in China. Allow me to explain my personal views by shortly
mentioning the following points: Firstly I believe that the authorities had to do something to curb
the increasing problem of overpopulation. However, I am of the opinion that the One-Child Policy
was extremely harsh on the people. Maybe the government should have started off by introducing
a Two-Child Policy.
33. Why do people in China traditionally want to have a son? ( 5 - 8 )
That’s an interesting question. Allow me to explain my personal views by shortly mentioning
the following points: Firstly, I believe that fathers all over the world want someone to carry their
name into the future. For example, in many western countries it is customary for a boy to receive
his grandfather’s name. A second reason that I could mention is that parents worry about what will
happen to them after they had retired. They feel that when they have a son he would be able to
provide for them in future.
34. Who does most of the shopping in your family? ( 5 - 8 )
As far as this topic is concerned, I could say that my mother does most of the shopping, but my
father and I will do some shopping from time to time. My parents allow me to buy my own clothes.
Lastly, I would like to mention that my mother does not like my father ’ s smoking habit and
therefore refuses to buy cigarettes, so that my father has to do that kind of shopping himself.
35. Who does most of the cooking in your family? ( 5 - 8 )
My mother does most of the cooking, but my father and I will do some cooking from time to
time. For example, sometimes my mother will be out the whole day doing voluntary work in our
community, and then my father and I will do the cooking for her. The second aspect I could tell
you about regarding this topic is that we often eat out. For example, often on a Friday night none
of us feel like cooking, and then we visit one of the local restaurants, and have our favorite dish.
36. How does your family feel about you going abroad? ( 5 - 8 )
They are very happy about me going abroad. I believe my parents will be very proud if I were
to achieve a degree at a university abroad. In addition, they themselves never had the opportunity
to study. I am their only child, and they would do anything in their power to allow me to have the
opportunity.
37. Are you married, and if so when did you get married? ( 5 - 8 )
Yes, I am married. I got married about three years ago. I have a good husband / wife, and we
are very happy together. To put it in another way you could say that we are best friends. For
example, we do not keep any secrets from one another. We had known each other for many years
before we got married, so we did not have to adjust too much. For example, I knew that he snores
loudly when he turns onto his back when sleeping.
38. Do you have any children? ( 5 - 8 )
No, I don’t have any children yet. We are planning to start with a family as soon as we have our
own apartment. Until then my husband / wife and I are working as hard as possible to improve our
positions in the companies that we are employed by. We would both like to have a son and a
daughter, but because of the one-child policy that will not be possible.
39. What is your child’s name? Does it have any meaning? ( 5 - 8 )
My child’s name is Li Ao Sheng. It says that he was born on the day that Macao became part of
China again. His nickname is Bao Bao, as we believe that he is going to become a strong man one
day.
40. What does your wife do? ( 5 - 8 )
My wife is a housewife at the moment. We are looking for a job for her, but it is not easy, as
she does not have any qualifications or experience. They are opening up a new supermarket in our
area soon, and we are hoping that she will be able to find a job there. She has placed her name on
a waiting list, and we will be hearing from the employment officer soon.
41. What does your husband do? ( 5 - 8 )
My husband is a civil servant. He works for the Department of Health at a hospital near our
home. He is responsible for keeping the patient records in the men’s wards. He loves his work,
and is receiving a good salary, so we don’t have any serious worries. As a matter of fact we both
agree that we have a lot to be thankful for.
42. Did you have a honeymoon, and if so where did you go? ( 5 - 8 )
Yes, We did have a honeymoon. We went to Dalian for a week, and stayed in a small hotel next
to the beach. I will never forget the time we spent there. For example, it was very romantic, as we
could sit on the beach in the evenings and watch the moon rising over the sea.
43. Did you and your spouse have to ask permission from your parents before you could get
married? ( 5 - 8 )
No, not really. They knew we were going to get married. We only had to confirm the date with
them to ensure that it would suit them and our families. In earlier times is was customary for the
young man to get the permission from his girlfriend’s parents before they could get married.
44. Is living together without getting married acceptable in China? ( 5 - 8 )
It depends to what extent the couple would adhere to earlier customs. What I mean to say is that
these days it is becoming more and more acceptable. For example, young people feel that they
first want to get know each other even better by living together. When they are absolutely sure that
they are able to adapt to each other ’ s lifestyles, they would then most probably decide to get
married.
45. Do you think couples should life with their parent or on their own? ( 5 - 8 )
There are several reasons as for why I think couples should life on their own. Allow me to
explain by mentioning some of them briefly. Firstly, I believe couples should become independent
as soon as possible. For example, they should learn how to cope wit
55. What are your spare time interests? ( 7 - 8 )
Well, these days, I surf on the Internet in my spare time. I have just bought my first computer,
and love to look for exciting web sites that I have not known before. It is of course very time
consuming, so I don’t rally have time for anything else. I have to mention that it is an educational
activity. For example, by means of web cams (video images from cameras set up at certain places)
I am able to watch what wild animals are doing in many parts of the world. I particularly like to
watch the polar bears playing with their cubs.
56. Do you often watch TV? What is your favorite program? ( 5 - 8 )
Yes, I often watch TV. My favorite program is called ‘Discovery’. As to why it is my favorite,
I would like to mention the following. Firstly, it is not science fiction but a documentary on real
life events and happenings. For example, it had a program on the latest eclipse of the sun that
occurred at the end of the year. Secondly, it often has items about nature. For example, last week it
explained how some birds have adapted to survive in a desert.
57. Do you think watching TV is a waste of time? ( 5 - 8 )
No, I do not think watching TV is a waste of time. Firstly, one can learn a lot from watching TV,
and secondly, it is a good way to relax. For example, the soap operas help me to relax, while the
documentaries are informative. Lastly, I believe that TV has become the best source of
information these days. For example, it is a fast and convenient way to find out about the latest
news from all over the world.
58. What does friendship mean to you? ( 5 - 8 )
One of the aspects I could tell you about regarding this topic is that friendship is very important
to me. For example, I believe that friendship should be the basis for many of our relationships.
Husbands and wives, for example, should be friends. In addition, I need friends to help me when I
am in trouble. I know this sound selfish, but I feel that it is one of the reasons why I have friends,
and they would not mind me saying so. On the other hand, my friends know that I will always be
available should any one of them get into some trouble.
59. Do you have a lot of friends? ( 5 - 8 )
Yes, I have a lot of friends. Some of them are only casual friends like my friends at work, but I
also have some best friends. For example, I have some friends who I have known for many years.
I will do anything to help them when they need me, and I know they would do the same for me.
60. Do you prefer to be alone or to be with friends? ( 5 - 6 )
I prefer to be alone. Please allow me to explain. I like reading, which takes a lot of my time.
Reading to me is a way of studying, so I have to do it alone. I often have to check the meaning of
unfamiliar words in my dictionary, which is a slow process taking a lot of time.
60. Do you prefer to be alone or to be with friends? ( 5 - 6 )
I prefer to be with my friends. Please allow me to explain. At work I spend most of my time
alone in my office. So after work I like the company of other people. I often invite some of my
friends over, and we listen to our favorite music, or just chat the whole evening.
60. Do you prefer to be alone or to be with friends? ( 7 - 8 )
Sometimes I prefer to be alone. For example, after a hard day at work I just want to relax
without anybody disturbing me. Those are the times that I might meditate on the meaning of life
for example, or just savour some fond memories. On the other hand, sometimes I want to be with
my friends. For example, over weekends, I like to go out with them and enjoy their stimulating
company.
61. What do you usually do with your friends? ( 5 - 6 )
Firstly, we often visit the nearest net bar for a number of reasons. For example, to play
computer games or to surf the net. Sometimes we chat to young people abroad. We often spend
hours there at a time. Secondly, we like to play basketball. For example, we would challenge
another group to play against us.
61. What do you usually do with your friends? ( 7 - 8 )
We usually go to the movies. My friends and I like cartoons very much, so we will look in the
newspaper where a new cartoon is being showed and go and watch it. In addition, we like to watch
a good action movie from time to time. We find the spectacular crashes and explosions very
exiting. These movies are from Hong Kong or Hollywood, and have famous actors like Arnold
Schwarzenegger and Tom Cruise playing in them.
62. What do you usually do on weekdays and on weekends? ( 5 - 6 )
On weekdays I go to school. On weekends I like to go out with my friends. For example, we
will go and visit new shopping malls in the city. Then we would browse around all the shops.
Sometimes we will sit in a restaurant and have something to drink while we watch the crowds of
people go by.
62. What do you usually do on weekdays and on weekends? ( 5 - 6 )
On weekdays I go to school. On weekends I like to stay at home. I can easily spend a weekend
watching TV and just relaxing. For example, I like the soap operas like ‘Meteor Garden’ and so
on. I know the different characters well by now, some whom I love, and some whom I hate. I
realize that some of the plots are silly and overdramatic, but it is good relaxing entertainment, as
one does not have to think very hard to follow the stories.
63. What do you usually do when you go out? ( 5 - 6 )
I usually go to the nearest net bar with some of my friends. We spend many hours playing
games or surfing the net. In addition, net bars are a great place for social gatherings. There we
meet other youngsters and just hang around talking, and generally having a good time.
63. What do you usually do when you go out? ( 5 - 6 )
I usually go shopping with my mother. The reason for this is simple. Us ladies usually need a
lot of clothes to make us look beautiful, so we love to go shopping. Often we don’t actually buy
anything, but just browse around looking at all the clothes and comparing prices and quality.
63. What do you usually do when you go out? ( 7 - 8 )
One of the aspects I could tell you about regarding this topic is that I usually go to watch a
football game with some of my friends. We go to one of the local s
68. Do you have a hobby? ( 5 - 8 )
Yes. My hobby is stamp collecting. I have been collecting stamps for the past two years now.
That is to say, for two years I have chosen stamp collecting to be my only hobby. I regularly spend
time working on my collection. I guess I spend about two hours every week on my hobby. This is
mainly over weekends, as I do not have time during the week.
69. Why have you chosen this hobby? ( 5 - 6 )
That ’ s an interesting question. Allow me to explain myself/my personal views by shortly
mentioning the following points: First of all, it’s a very interesting hobby. For example, the stamps
from other countries often say something about that country and it’s people.
69. Why have you chosen this hobby? ( 7 - 8 )
First of all, when you collect stamps, you are able to learn more about the world, and you will
not be bored easily. What I mean to say is that you can get stamps from every country in the world,
and the stamps often say something about that country and it’s people. Secondly, you are able to
meet new friends through your hobby. For instance, you have a common interest with someone
else, and you can discuss your collections together for many hours. Lastly, the hobby will teach
you some self-discipline and how to be very systematic. That is to say, you have to tend to your
collection regularly, and you have to sort the stamps according to internationally recognized
systems.
70. What are good hobbies, and what are bad hobbies? ( 5 - 8 )
In my opinion, good hobbies are those ones that give you the opportunity to develop a new skill.
For example, collecting stamps teaches you to be systematic. Bad hobbies on the other hand may
result in you acquiring bad habits. For example, TV and computer games will result in you
neglecting your studies.
71. What color do you like? Why? ( 5 - 6 )
I like red. Please allow me to explain. In China, red is associated with life and good luck. For
example, a bride will wear something red on her wedding day, in the hope that it will bring her
and her bridegroom some luck in future.
71. What color do you like? Why? ( 7 - 8 )
If I had to describe my favorite color, I would choose yellow. Many artists are known to use
yellow in their paintings. For example, Vincent van Gogh is famous for the yellow sunflowers in
some of his paintings. Many countries have yellow in their national flags. For example, South
Africa has a broad yellow band in their newly designed flag. This symbolizes the energy and
warmth to be found in the nation.
71. What color do you like? Why? ( 7 - 8 )
Yellow is my favorite color. First of all, to me, yellow symbolizes the sun. What I mean to say
is that it reminds me of energy and warmth. Secondly, yellow is a bright color as apposed to dull
colors like brown and gray. For instance, brown and gray usually make me feel depressed. Lastly,
I would like to mention that yellow is a practical color. That is to say, you can wear yellow with
almost any color, and it does not get dirty too easily.
72. Do colors have some symbolic meaning in China? ( 5 - 8 )
Yes, colors certainly have a lot of meaning in China. Please allow me to explain. Firstly, it is
significant that the national flag of China has a red background. Red is symbolic, for example, of a
vibrant life, which we believe are one of the dominant characteristics of the country and its people.
It also signifies good luck, so a bride would wear some red on her wedding day. In addition, I
think that yellow has a specific meaning to Chinese people. For example, we believe that it
symbolizes the energy radiated by the sun, which in turn is the primary source of life. In addition,
however, it also signifies the obscene, as apposed to blue in the most of the western cultures. For
example, here a ‘blue movie’, would be called a ‘yellow movie’. Lastly, I think that white has a
special meaning to us. To be more specific, in times of sadness and mourning, we use white to
express our feelings, as apposed to black in most of the western cultures.
73. Do you like / enjoy shopping? ( 5 - 6 )
Yes, I love shopping. Please allow me to explain. Firstly, I usually buy clothes for myself. I like
to go to the shops and see what they have to offer. I browse around and compare the prices before
a buy something. Secondly, I do the shopping of all our household needs. I love to find out about
any new products on the market and how they can possibly make my life easier.
73. Do you like / enjoy shopping? ( 7 - 8 )
No, I hate shopping. Please allow me to explain. Firstly, shopping is the most basic activity in a
capitalistic society. What I mean to say is that somebody has a product which they would like you
to buy from them whether you really need it or not. They lure you into their shops and malls by
advertising their goods on TV and in the newspapers. They only tell you about the positive aspects
of their product, but would never mention the disadvantages. This you have to find out for
yourself, usually after you have bought the product.
74. Do you often go to the cinema? ( 5 - 6 )
Yes, I go to the cinema as often as possible. I usually go with some friends to watch the latest
action movies or comedies. We have a great time, like for example when our favorite star is
playing a lead role in the movie.
74. Do you often go to the cinema? ( 7 - 8 )
Yes, I go to the cinema as often as possible. I believe that films are a wonderful form of art.
Please allow me to explain. Firstly, in films there are a wide range of genres ranging from comedy
and drama, to horror and science fiction. For example, recently I have seen the drama ‘Titanic’,
which has been described as the most expensive film ever made. The extent to which the
producers attended to the details of the original ship was astounding. Another example would be
the thriller with my favorite actor Anthony Hopkins in the lead role called ‘Silence of the lambs’.
It had me on the edge of my seat for most of the time.
75. Do you often go to the theater? ( 5 - 8 )
No. I have never been to the theater. Firstly, it is too expensive for me. I prefer to go to the
cinema. Secondly, I believe that the theater is boring. What I mean to say is that the actors are on
the same stage the whole time. I cannot see how that can be as exciting as a good movie.
76. What kinds of movies do you like best? ( 5 - 8 )
I like comedies. First of all, comedies are great fun. What I mean to say is that I have a good
laugh while watching. Secondly, comedies seldom contain violent scenes. For instance, you would
not easily find murders, shooting, fighting, and so on in a comedy. Lastly, comedies often contain
excellent acting by famous stars. For example, Robbie Williams in ‘ Mrs. Doubtfire ’ is
considered one of the most extraordinary performances ever by an actor.
85. What do you think of the importance of English? ( 5 - 8 )
I think that English is very important. Please allow me to explain. Firstly, English allows one to
communicate with people from many countries. For example, on the Internet you can talk to
anyone in the world that is on the net. Secondly, if one can read English, you can acquire a lot of
knowledge. For example, you can read books and magazines from abroad, and surf the net of
course.
86. How long have you been studying English? ( 5 - 8 )
I have been studying English for six months now. My parents enrolled me into a private school
that specializes in English. The school has a good reputation in the city, and has employed a
number of foreign teachers on their staff.
87. What aspect of English do you find the most difficult? ( 5 - 8 )
I find speaking the most difficult. Allow me to explain. Firstly, I am able to read and write
English well. I suppose it is because one has the opportunity to think what you are doing. When
speaking however, one has no time to think. In addition, when you speak you have to concentrate
on your pronunciation. For example, when you are writing you only have to watch your spelling
and grammar, but when you speak you have to apply everything you know about the language.
88. What aspect of English do you find the least difficult? ( 5 - 8 )
I find that I can write English quite well. For example, I have built up a good vocabulary over
the past few months and am able to construct good sentences. This is because I have studied the
meaning of all the unfamiliar words that I have come across. In addition, I am constantly
expanding my vocabulary by reading English books and newspapers, and watching programs that
are in English on the TV.
89. Why do you take the IELTS test? ( 5 - 8 )
Firstly, I believe it will give me a good indication of how well I have mastered the language
over the past six months. Secondly, I would like to go and study in Australia, and one of the
requirements of the university that I want to attend is that I achieve a score of six or more on the
IELTS test.
90. What will you do if you fail the IELTS test? ( 5 - 8 )
I don’t even want to think about it, but I suppose one should be realistic and be prepared for any
situation. As my parents would not be able to afford me staying in school any longer, I would have
to go and find myself a job. I don’t have any qualification or experience, so it will have to be a
menial job such as a worker in a factory.
91. What will you do after the IELTS test? ( 5 - 8 )
If I am successful and achieve a good grade, I will firstly apply for admission to a university in
Australia. Secondly, I will apply for a study visa with the authorities both in China and in
Australia. Lastly, I will keep on studying English. There are still many expressions that I would
like to master, and I need to expand my vocabulary even further.
92. What do you think will happen if China keeps an open policy? ( 5 - 8 )
That’s an interesting question. Allow me to explain my personal views by shortly mentioning
the following points: Firstly, I think China will develop more rapidly. For example, it will ensure
more trade with foreign countries. This in turn will create new businesses and they will be able to
provide more people with jobs.
93. What are you planning to do in the next ten years? ( 5 - 6 )Do you have any ambitions?
( 5 - 6 )
Well, one of the aspects I could tell you about regarding this topic is that I will be studying for
the next three years and after that I will find myself a job. After that I really don’t know what will
happen to me.
93. What are you planning to do in the next ten years? ( 7 - 8 )Do you have any ambitions?
( 7 - 8 )
Well, that ’ s an interesting question. Allow me to explain my personal views by shortly
mentioning the following points: First of all, I believe it is only a fool who thinks he can predict
the future accurately. For example, in today’s world things are extremely fluid, and could change
overnight. All that I know for sure is that I will be studying for the next three years and after that I
will find myself a job. After that I really don’t know what will happen to me.
94. What is the first thing you will do when you arrive at a new place? ( 5 - 6 )
The first thing I usually do when I arrive at a new place is to find out where the nearest Internet
bar is situated. I then go there at the first possible opportunity and play some computer games.
is the first thing you will do when you arrive at a new place? ( 7 - 8 )
Of course it depends on where that place is, and under what circumstances I would arrive there.
Let us say for example that I have arrived in my new dormitory at the University of Adelaide in
Australia. The first thing I would then do is to find out where the other facilities like the library,
classrooms, and the cafeteria is situated.
95. Do you intend studying abroad? Why? ( 5 - 8 )
Yes, I do intend studying abroad. Firstly, I believe the universities are better there. For example,
in England they have the best English faculty in the world. In addition, in Australia, they have
good facilities for the training of hotel managers. Secondly, I am sure that by studying abroad, I
will develop as a person. For example, the exposure to a different culture over a period of three
years will help me to understand how other people live.
96. Where, and at what University do you intend to study? ( 5 - 8 )
I intend to study in Australia, at he University of Sydney. They have a department that
specializes in the training of hotel managers. In addition, the university is linked to a famous
catering organization in France. What I mean to say is that the lecturers are the best in the world in
their respective fields.
97. Why did you choose this university? ( 5 - 8 )
First of all, I believe it is the best university in the world for studying my major. For example,
foreign students from all over the world go to study there. Secondly, the fees are not too expensive.
There are universities where one has to pay much more just because of the status attached to it. In
addition, I like the way they do things there. For instance, they have a ‘buddy’ system, were a
senior student is assigned to a freshman to assist him getting over the difficulties of the initial
period.
98. What do you intend studying? ( 5 - 8 )
I intend to study Hotel Management. It covers all aspects of managing a hotel. There are for
example subjects like catering, finances, decorating, and advertising. Later on I intend to
specialize in the financial side of the industry. For example, I would like to prepare financial
statements to the directors on how the different hotels in the group are doing.
99. What do you hope to achieve by studying abroad? ( 5 - 8 )
One of the aspects I could tell you about regarding this topic is that I hope to qualify myself
well in my particular field, which is hotel management. For example, I would like to gain a lot of
theoretical knowledge, but I would also like to get some practical experience. In addition, I would
like to be exposed to a new culture. I will learn differences between cultures and cutoms and I will
do everything I can to make myself blend into local cultures.
106. What will your main problem be when studying abroad? ( 5 - 8 )
106. What problems do you think you will have to face abroad? ( 5 - 8 )
That’s an interesting question. Allow me to explain my personal views by shortly mentioning
the following points: Firstly, the differences in the cultures will be a shock to me. I have heard that
it is called the ‘culture shock’. For example, the people, language, food, and even the weather will
be completely different from what I am used to.
107. How will you overcome problems abroad? ( 5 - 8 )
That’s a good question, which I must admit, I haven’t given much thought yet. Allow me to
explain myself/my personal views by shortly mentioning the following points: Firstly, I hope I
will get some help from my fellow students. For example, the person who I am sharing my room
with is studying the same major as me. I am sure we will be able to tackle some problems
together.
108. What kind of differences in culture do you expect abroad? ( 5 - 8 )
That’s an interesting question. Allow me to explain my personal views by shortly mentioning
the following points: Firstly, the food will be different. For example, I don’t think I will be able to
find dumplings on the menu. Secondly, many of the customs will be strange to me. To be more
specific, in the west there are other festivals that are important to the local people. I would have to
study the history behind these festivals in order to understand why they are important there.
109. What places would you like to see in the country you are going to? ( 5 - 8 )
That’s an interesting question, which I must admit, I haven’t given much thought yet. Allow me
to explain myself by shortly mentioning the following points: First of all I would not be visiting to
much in the beginning. I will be concentrating on my studies. Later, However, I would like to visit
as many of the cities as possible. For example, those cities, which have many historical places.
110. Do you want to immigrate? Why? ( 5 - 8 )
Yes, I want to immigrate. As to the reasons why I would want to immigrate, I feel I have a
better future in a foreign country. For example, there are many countries in the world that are not
as heavily overpopulated as China.
111. What will you do should you become ill abroad? ( 5 - 8 )
That’s an interesting question, which I must admit, I haven’t given much thought yet. Allow me
to explain myself by shortly mentioning the following points: The most obvious answer I suppose
is that I will go and see a doctor to find out exactly what is wrong with me.
112. What do you know about the country you are going to? ( 5 - 8 )
I’m afraid at the present moment I don’t know much about the country. I will have to do some
reading about it before I leave. Firstly, I would like to know more about the culture of the people.
For example, what do they eat, what they do in their free time, and so on.
113. What do you intend doing after graduating? ( 5 - 8 )
That’s an interesting question, which I must admit, I haven’t given much thought yet. Allow me
to explain myself/my personal views by shortly mentioning the following points: Firstly, I would
want to tour the world. For example, I would like to go to America. Then I suppose I would come
back to China and find a job as soon as possible.
114. What problems do you foresee when returning to China? ( 5 - 8 )
One of the aspects I could tell you about regarding this topic is that I do not foresee many
problems. For example, I will be returning to my hometown where I still have many friends and
family. I am sure that they will assist me in getting settled down again.
115. Have you ever though of starting your own business in China? If so what will it be? ( 5 -
8 )
Yes, I have given it some thought. I would like to start a restaurant. There are severa
