IELTS Speaking Practice: Reading Books
Speaking Part 1
Q1: Do you enjoy reading books?
Absolutely, I am an avid reader. I find that reading not only broadens my knowledge but also provides a great source of relaxation. I usually lean towards fiction, particularly science fiction and fantasy genres, because they take me to a whole new world and help me escape reality.
• Avid reader → Người đọc nhiệt tình
• Broadens my knowledge → Mở rộng kiến thức
• Escape reality → Trốn tránh thực tế
Q2: How often do you read?
I try to read every day, even if it’s just for a few minutes before I go to sleep. I believe that making reading a daily habit can significantly improve one’s literacy skills and cognitive abilities.
• Literacy skills → Kỹ năng đọc viết
• Cognitive abilities → Khả năng nhận thức
Q3: Do you prefer e-books or traditional paper books?
I have a fondness for traditional paper books. There is something about the smell of paper and the feel of turning pages that makes the reading experience more enjoyable for me. However, I do appreciate the convenience of e-books when traveling.
• Have a fondness for → Có niềm đam mê với
• The reading experience → Trải nghiệm đọc sách
• The convenience of → Sự tiện lợi của
Exercises
- 1. She is an ______ reader who spends at least an hour each day with a book.
- 2. Reading broadens my ______ and gives me a better understanding of the world.
- 3. Sometimes I read to ______ reality and lose myself in a different world.
- 4. He tries to ______ every day to improve his literacy skills.
- 5. Reading can enhance our ______ abilities and improve our memory.
- 6. I ______ e-books because I can carry hundreds of books on my device.
- 7. I ______ for traditional paper books because I love the feel of turning pages.
- 8. The ______ of e-books makes them a great choice for people who travel often.
- 9. The ______ experience is heightened when I read a physical book.
- 10. The smell of paper and ink enhances my reading ______.
Answers
- 1. Avid
- 2. Knowledge
- 3. Escape
- 4. Read
- 5. Cognitive
- 6. Prefer
- 7. Have a fondness
- 8. Convenience
- 9. Reading
- 10. Experience