IELTS Sample Listening Questions # Couch Surfing

Couch Surfing

The audio given below has been taken from BBC 6 minutes English. You can download it, from the given link –
http://goo.gl/64aLoU


Answer the following questions in NO MORE THAN FOUR WORDS.

  1. What is a sofa which can accommodate more than one person called?
  2. Which term is used to describe the fact that you are visiting lots of websites?
  3. Which country is one of the most popular destination for couch surfing?
  4. Which word describes “the reason to do something”?
  5. What is the experience of people who have either traveled a lot or have lot of experience of different places called?
  6. What is the person whom house you go as a guest called?
  7. What are the people who like to have people in their house called?
  8. If there is something that is very exciting and seems lot of fun to you, what will you call it?
  9. If a person knows you bit more personally, what do they have about you?

Couch Surfing
ANSWER

  1. couch
  2. surfing the web
  3. Paris
  4. motive
  5. worldly views
  6. host
  7. instinctive hosts
  8. compelling
  9. Inside track

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IELTS Speaking Sample Answers # Colors And You

Colors are an integral part of our lives and we all have our favorites. Some of the colors have special effect on us while some of them we simply don’t prefer using. No matter what, we do know something about them and that is for sure. Let us today have a look at some of the questions and their possible answers related to colors.

What color do you like?

I love violet color and then there are red, orange and blue that I really find interesting as well as attractive.

I don’t really like any particular color. For me, I would say, I am love with all sorts of colors. I find them all so very important in different aspects. Like you need a black shoe to be able to carry it with everything and then you might not like black walls. So, I think I love all colors and it is just that I love in different ways.

Why do you like the particular color?

The reason I really like violet is because I think it gives a sense of royalty and at the same time peace. It is neither very loud and nor very dull. Moreover, it really suits me and so I love it.

The reason I love red is because it radiates so much of energy. Whenever I see a red, I feel so much more energized about life and things around.

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What color would you paint your car, and why?

I think I would definitely go for a black in my car. I really like black cars because apart from the fact that they look way more royal there is less maintenance associated with them. Like those dents and dust don’t appear too loud when the car is black.

Do you like red color? Why/ why not?

I really am not very fond of red color, because it is too loud and I really like calm and peaceful colors. I think it is good when you have to go out to a party or when you are trying to wear the best wedding outfit but in general sense, for the everyday life I prefer not using it.

Oh! I am in love with red color. I think it is not only vibrant but also displays lot of power, anger, love at the same time. And I think this mix of emotions that red can very easily display, makes me like it. There is this mystery around this color which fascinates me.

Do you like green color? Why/why not?

I would say I am not totally in love with green color, but I think it is surely that one color which is very important in our daily lives. Because of its similarity with nature, a green color brings in with it lot of peace and calmness in our minds. Some say, it represents self respect and balance in life. I think whenever I do require balance, I definitely go for lot of green.

Do you usually wear clothes in your favorite color?

No, not really. I do have a favorite color but it does not mean that I need to flaunt it everyday. But, yes whenever there is something important or when I am not feeling good I prefer going for my favorite color clothes. Because they give me lot more confidence and a feel good environment.

Are there any colors that have special meaning in your country?

I think, green, saffron, white and blue are the four colors that hold lot of importance in my country for the reason that they are associated with our national flag. Also, in marriages, we prefer having flowers of saffron or orange color.

Do you think different types of people like different colors?

I think definitely yes. A choice of color depicts a lot about personality of an individual and it is more of a personal choice. For example, someone might have a meaningful association with possibly red color, because it reminds them of something, so it is their favorite color. Likewise, every one can have and do have different choices.

Are there any colors you dislike? Why?

Dislike I would say would be a big word. But yes, I prefer not having browns around me. It is a nice color but for me it does not hold any meaning and I really cannot associate it with anything. So, I prefer not using it much.

Are colors important to you?

Colors are very important for me. They are the representation of what I feel about something or what I am feeling at a particular moment. Like when I am really very sad, I prefer wearing a violet because it is my favorite color and wearing it makes me feel pumped up.

Were colors important to you when you were a child?

As a child, I would say I was not very much bothered about colors. I tend to enjoy all of them. Back then, I think what mattered the most was the friends that I had and the people I met and the memories that I made.

When you are buying something, is the color important for you?

The importance of color depends on what I am buying. Like for a shoe color definitely matters to me. I cannot wear a neon or a red color shoe for sure. But then while buying clothes, I would say colors don’t matter much. As long as the entire thing looks great on me, I will buy it, irrespective of the color. Likewise, while buying a phone or any other electronic item I would prefer a black.

If you were to paint the walls of your room, what color would you prefer?

I would definitely go for a dark violet on one wall and a lighter shade on the others. For me, violet bring with it lot of positivity and energy along with it and so I would definitely prefer it.

I think I will go with a white because in my opinion for a wall there is nothing better than a basic white. On top of that, I might think of putting some painting or may be painting directly something on the wall, something that would depict what I want to be.

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IELTS Speaking Sample Questions # Effect Of Computers

Computers are everywhere and the effect of computers can be seen everywhere. No matter you have a degree on computer science or not, in the present era, we all are surrounded by computers. It is very common to see people using computers and a new form of literacy has come around the corner, people who can use computers and the ones that cannot.

Let us today have a look at some the questions asked in IELTS speaking section related to computers and their possible answers.

When was the first time that you saw a computer?

I remember seeing a computer for the first time at my house. My father had got it for my mother as she was doing a computer course at that time. It was because of her that I got acquainted with computers in the initial years of my life.

Do you have a computer at your house?

I don’t have a computer at present because the desktop that I earlier used is still at my native town and I have shifted to a new city. But, I am planning to soon buy a laptop.

How is a computer important for you? Why?

I am a professional blogger and for me computer is my work place. If it is not there, I have nothing else to do. My work entirely depends on it and so too an extent my life as well.

When do you use a computer and for what purpose?

I use a computer for almost everything that I do these days. Be it writing or paying bills or may be staying connected with my friends. I truly believe that computers have taken the world by storm and made all our lives simpler.

When did you start using computers?

I remember using computers when I was in class III. My mother taught me the basic use of it, like opening it and closing it and then may be the windows office suite. So, it was in my initial years that I learnt making presentation and writing documents. And I believe that this is something that has truly helped me in my later years of life.

What was your impression (or feeling) when you used a computer the first time?

It was truly amazing. I remember my mother teaching me how to make presentations and then adding the slide effects on them. I was fascinated by the fact that on doing slide show I could actually see things popping from here and there. And then I could colors do animations and so much more.

Have computers changed (influenced) your life in any way? (If yes, how?)

Definitely yes. Computers define my career path. I think in today’s world computers have truly changed our lives. I have been a writer for as long as I can remember, but it was when I started doing blogging for a website and opened my own blog, did I realized how much I loved writing. It also helped me turn my passion into bread earner for me.
Are computers used much in your country?

Computers are being used very much in my country. You could see them in offices, schools, shops, almost everywhere. People are using them for different purposes and with our Prime Minister’s initiative of ‘digital India’ it is believed that the use of computers in our country will surely expand.

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Do you think computers are important for everyday life?

I would say, Yes. They surely make our lives much more easier and simpler. Like, you need not to stand in those long queues any more. One can just pay the bills or order anything online, making it so much more easier. With globalization taking place, we have seen that people are going far off places for jobs and studies, computers help people stay connected with their near and dear ones.

What do you think are the benefits of computers?

Computers are truly beneficial in lot of ways and areas. They have made medical complexities simpler with the invention of lot of new devices. There is this artificial heart that can actually make a person live longer. Also, these days doctors are using computers to interact with other doctors helping them solve cases. Computers have also transformed the education industry. People are now taking online courses for free from the world’s best universities, adding to their resumes.

Do you think there are any disadvantages to computers?

I think everything comes with its own pros and cons. Computers surely do have their own. They have made people more lazy for one. You can now find everyone, be it kids or elders, stuck to their computer screen and doing so much less of physical activity. Also, with people being able to interact easily on computers, you find it difficult to have real time conversations and build relationships.

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