IELTS Speaking Practice: Video Games

Speaking Part 1
Q1: Do you like playing video games?
Absolutely! I’m a huge fan of video games, especially the strategic ones. They are not only a great way to unwind and kill some time, but also help improve my problem-solving skills and quick thinking.
• Huge fan of → rất thích, là fan hâm mộ
• Unwind → thư giãn, giải trí
• Problem-solving skills → kỹ năng giải quyết vấn đề
Q2: How often do you play video games?
I’d say I’m quite a casual gamer. I don’t really have a set schedule, but I usually find time to play during the weekends or whenever I need a break from work or study.
• Casual gamer → người chơi game không chuyên, không nghiện
• Set schedule → lịch cố định
• Need a break → cần thời gian nghỉ ngơi
Q3: What type of video games do you prefer?
I’m particularly fond of role-playing games. They offer immersive storylines and complex characters which greatly enhance the gaming experience. Plus, it’s fascinating to see how the decisions you make in the game can affect the outcome.
• Role-playing games → trò chơi nhập vai
• Immersive storylines → cốt truyện cuốn hút, chi tiết
• Gaming experience → trải nghiệm chơi game
Exercises
- 1. I am a ______ of action games.
- 2. After a long day at work, I like to ______ by playing video games.
- 3. Playing puzzle games can improve your ______ skills.
- 4. My friend is a ______, he only plays video games occasionally.
- 5. I don’t have a ______ for gaming, I just play when I have free time.
- 6. Sometimes, I ______ from work and play video games.
- 7. I love ______ because they have interesting plots and characters.
- 8. The ______ of this game is very engaging and detailed.
- 9. This game offers a unique ______ with its realistic graphics and sound effects.
- 10. It’s interesting to see how your choices can affect the ______ of the game.
Answers
- 1. Huge fan
- 2. Unwind
- 3. Problem-solving
- 4. Casual gamer
- 5. Set schedule
- 6. Need a break
- 7. Role-playing games
- 8. Immersive storyline
- 9. Gaming experience
- 10. Outcome