IELTS Speaking Practice: Public Holidays

IELTS Speaking Practice: Public Holidays

Public Holidays

Speaking Part 1

Q1: Do you enjoy public holidays?

Absolutely! I relish every opportunity to take a break from my hectic schedule and public holidays provide just that. It’s a chance for me to unwind, recharge my batteries and spend quality time with my family and friends.

• Relish every opportunity → Nắm bắt mỗi cơ hội

• Hectic schedule → Lịch trình bận rộn

• Unwind → Thư giãn

Q2: What do you usually do on public holidays?

It really depends on the nature of the holiday. Some holidays have specific traditions associated with them which I like to observe. But for the most part, I prefer to have a leisurely day at home or go on a short excursion to a nearby city or attraction.

• Nature of the holiday → Tính chất của ngày lễ

• Observe → Tuân thủ

• Leisurely day → Ngày nghỉ nhẹ nhàng

Q3: Do you think public holidays are important?

I believe public holidays are crucial. They serve as a respite from our day-to-day grind and allow us to commemorate significant events or individuals. Moreover, they provide an opportunity for families to bond and create lasting memories.

• Respite → Sự nghỉ ngơi

• Commemorate → Tưởng niệm

• Bond → Gắn kết

Exercises

  1. 1. I always ______ (nắm bắt) every opportunity to learn something new.
  2. 2. My ______ (lịch trình bận rộn) doesn’t allow me to spend much time with my family.
  3. 3. After a long day, I just want to ______ (thư giãn) and watch TV.
  4. 4. The ______ (tính chất) of the holiday determines how we celebrate it.
  5. 5. I always ______ (tuân thủ) the traditions of my family during holidays.
  6. 6. I had a ______ (ngày nghỉ nhẹ nhàng) at home, just reading and relaxing.
  7. 7. A short break is a welcome ______ (sự nghỉ ngơi) from the daily grind.
  8. 8. We ______ (tưởng niệm) our grandfather’s death anniversary every year.
  9. 9. Holidays are a great time for families to ______ (gắn kết).
  10. 10. Public holidays are ______ (quan trọng) because they give us a chance to relax and spend time with family.

Answers

  1. 1. Relish
  2. 2. Hectic schedule
  3. 3. Unwind
  4. 4. Nature
  5. 5. Observe
  6. 6. Leisurely day
  7. 7. Respite
  8. 8. Commemorate
  9. 9. Bond
  10. 10. Crucial

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