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IELTS Speaking Sample Answer # Media Impact

Media plays a very important role in our lives, in today’s world. There is so much that is happening in the world and we can get to know exactly what we want to, in a fraction of second. From newspapers, to television and now internet, media has made our lives easier and at the same time difficult. Let us today, have a look at some of the questions related to media.

Where do most people in your country get their news?

Newspapers and television are the most common media for getting news. People who seriously like to know what is going on in the world tend to go for these sources. However, presently, social media also has come in fore front in sharing the news. One can now find, post being done on social media sites. These post can be made either by the news channels or individuals.
Does the media in your country report the whole truth, mostly truth, or mostly lies?

I think for the most part it tries to portray the truth to the citizens but the problem is that the media also does not knows the entire truth and they show the only view of the entire story making it look like lie. But, then there are even times when in my opinion, media tends to make up stories just to gain TRP rating and earn money.
How has the internet changed the news in your country?

Definitely yes, internet has surely brought about a big change in the news sector of our country. Unlike earlier, when only certain section of time was allocated for the news, with internet everyone can get to know the news in just a click, making it difficult to make news and in the rush of making news, news channels and websites tend to put more of made up stories.
Who has the most control over the media in your country?

Media is a free entity in our country, with no one to control them. However, it is often said that media gets indirectly influenced by foreigners, especially Americans. With the media, trying to imitate the style of English men, we are more likely to loose our individuality.

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How does the media help create a healthy society?

Media is a powerful thing. Be it creating awareness or showing things as they are, media tends to make an impact on people. We are more likely to get affected by a video about rape than someone telling the issues. It is with the help of media that people can be told about the issues that the country is facing and explaining how they can be solved. With media, a broader group can be touched upon.
Should the media just report the facts or should the media interpret the facts?

I think it should just report the facts, because that is what it is meant for. Telling stories happening as they are. It should then leave upon the individuals to interpret things, because every person has their own point of view and forcing an opinion might take away the different ways in which a problem can be seen/
Can you think of a politician who used the media in a successful way?

Our country has a live example of our current Prime Minister, Narendra Modi who used media to get in touch with the people of our country. It was through his numerous talk shows that he did, and the speeches he gave that people started realizing his potential and got to know his plans. Even after winning the elections, he has made sure that he is in touch with the country men through various social media platforms.
Should the media show graphic violence? Why or why not?

I think graphic violence should not be shown in  media because it creates a lot of negativity in the air. Showing violence 24/7 can affect the way people think, bringing in the feelings of violence home. Also, it has been observed, that people who see violence more are more likely to be violent.
What is the most fair and balanced media outlet in your country?

Our country has many media outlets, but the few that I have written, I think “The Hindu” is one of the most fair and balanced media outlet. It tries to cover the news of entire nation showing only the details of big happenings in the country as well as internationally. Once you read the Hindu, you get to know about everything important happening in the world. Every word written on the newspaper is important.

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IELTS Speaking Sample Answer # Music Lovers

Music is that one thing that binds so many of us. We all have our favorite stars, the ones we can connect to, the lyrics we speak out loud as if speaking our hearts out. There are so many songs that we say describe us or our situation. In short, we are so much in love with music, that rarely one can be found with no songs in the mobile phone. Today, let us have a look at some of the questions related to music.

Who are your favorite bands or artists?

Oh! There are so many of the artist and bands that I love listening to. My favorite being one direction. Other than them, I even enjoy listening to Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, Mohit Chauhan, AR Rehman, to name a few.

How often do you listen to music?

Very often. I need music while I go for jogging in the morning. It gives me the strength and the pump to keep going when I feel tired. Apart from that, I even listen to music when either I am feeling low or sometimes just because I want to dance my heart out.

When was the last time you bought a song or album?

I have never bought any song or album since, I think, 2002. Back then, when there was no internet it was so much common to buy a album or a cassette for songs. With the coming of internet, it is all about downloading the song and enjoying it.

Do you usually buy albums online or CD’s from the store?

Well, for most part I love going to the store when I buy a CD. Buying from a store, I think is much more fun than buying online. I know that sometimes there are lot of discounts available online but it is the joy of searching through lot of CD’s and then asking people around for reviews and then bringing along friends, that make buying CD’s fun.

Have you ever illegally downloaded music? 

I don’t remember ever illegally downloading music, but I am not very sure because as a child one is not bothered much about piracy. The only thing that matters is that one should get their favorite song. However, now I make sure that if I am listening to a song, I give due credit to the singer by not downloading it illegally.

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Do you think it is okay or not okay to download music illegally?

In my opinion, definitely yes, downloading music illegally is not a right thing to do. It is because when a musician sings a song, there is so much more involved than mere singing the song. One has to first write it down and then edit it and then sing it all so that it makes sense to people. Having worked so hard, if the musician does not gets his/her fare due, I think there is no point in talking about equality and fare justice.

What kind of music do you listen to when you want to dance?

Most of times I listen to lyrical music i.e. something that makes sense to me and something that I can connect to. Even more, it should be loud and pumpy because it is only then that there seems a sense of dancing my heart out at it. Slow songs are surely not my type when dancing.

What kind of music do you listen to when you are sad?

Anything that can either make me cry and forget about it all or something that makes me happy and forget about it all. I listen to music to forget the sadness and live life as it comes. So, one can find me listening to songs that fit into the situation well and can make me feel better.0

Is there a certain song or type of music that makes you really energetic?

There are few songs that I really love and do make me feel energetic. But, they are temporary. Most of the times the songs change, but for most part, it is the pop music that makes me feel dancing and jumping and singing my heart out.

Do you think music is getting better or worse?

I think music is changing, there is no point in comparing music with what it was may be ten years back or twenty years back. Every era has its own taste and it might be very much possible that the taste has changed over time.

What kind of music will your kids listen to?

I am not very sure of that, but I think it will be more of trans or remix. Also, with the international market expanding, I think my kids will have a know how about music from entire world.

How do you feel about your country’s traditional music?

I think my country’s traditional music is great as it reminds one of the roots of the country. It talks about the history and shows us how the country has evolved over time. I do really love listening to the traditional music of my country.

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IELTS Speaking Sample Questions # Idol Worship

There are people in the world you do great things and achieve so much success. These are the people who are thought to be the change makers, the ones who are stars of their fields. Although, they are individuals with extremely successful careers, often people tend to worship them. Some people believe that they are simply successful individuals, while many others tend to worship them.

Who are the most popular singers or groups in your country?

India has some legendary singers to its bucket list. There is Lata Mangeshkar who is thought to be the nightingale of our country. Then, we have A.R Rehman, also Sonu Nigam, Asha Bhosle, Mohit Chauhan are some of the reigning superstars of our country. From the past, we had some great singers like, Mukesh, Kishore, Rafi. These were the singers who are thought to be great at what they do.

What are some crazy examples of fan worship you have heard of?

India being such a vast country, there is so much that you hear, all of that being so unique. There are temples in South India for superstars like Rajnikanth, Amitabh Bachchan and others. Even pundits go to these film stars home to  get prashad for the worshippers. There have been cases when people have modified their appearances to such an extent when they start looking like their film stars. People have even gone out to propose their favorite stars and so much more.

How far is too far when talking about fan worship?

I think when fans start interfering into the personal life of  their superstars, that is when it becomes too far. When they start believing that they own a particular superstar, it becomes irritating. There have been cases when people have gone out of their way too much just for a star. For example, recently in our country Anushka Sharma was shamed a lot because of his connection with Virat Kohli and Virat’s poor performance. People linked the two and caused rift in the pair’s personal relation. This I think was too far.
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Is there any particular band that you are huge fan of?

Oh, Yes! I am in love with One Direction. I think they sing superb and the music and the beats it is so great that just listening to their song once is not enough. The videos are good and the meaning of their songs is even more beautiful.

What were some of the groups that you really loved when you were younger?

When I was young, I remember following Pussycat dolls a lot. I really did liked their songs. Some of them like, When I grow up. This was the song that I used to hear a lot and would imagine myself doing all of these things said in the lyrics.

Who do you think promotes superstars?

I think superstars never promote themselves on their own. They have their marketing teams and all of those academicians out there to help them. From the very basics to the things that they like, everything is put out in such a manner as if they are trying to sell the superstar and it does help. The more brand image a superstar carries, more are the chances of them being successful.

Do you think superstars should be given the importance they are being showered with?

Superstars are doing a great job entertaining people, be it in the field of music or films. But, in my opinion, they are given much more importance than they deserve. There are so many others  who do deserve the respect and the fame superstars are given. For example, we have our soldiers who are doing a great job, helping our country and the people live a peaceful life. And then there are so many other sportsmen who are not given the due respect even thought they outshine themselves at the world stage.

Why do you think certain entertainers live such a long life of success while others tend to lose it quickly?

In my opinion, it is more about consistent hard work. There are people who even after gaining success are constantly improving themselves and these are the ones who tend to stay successful for long time. The ones who stop practicing after gaining a short stint at success tend to fall out.

Who is your favorite superstar and why?

My favorite has to be Priyanka Chopra. I admire her more than any one else out there. She has been a great model, great actress, singer and such a philanthropist. All of that on her own. There were times in our country when women were not respected as much in terms of money and the job that they take. But, this girl went out and changed the way things are there. She has worked with some great artists and yet maintained her own identity.

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IELTS Speaking # Camera

With the smart phones becoming popular, there are more number of people becoming photographers. Some of them click photo for fun, while others click to create memories. There are even some, who require it for their work. The selfie has become a style statement and with so many people becoming crazy over photos, choosing a phone with a great camera is the first requirement. Let us today have a look at some of the questions related to importance of camera in phone.

Is it really necessary to have a camera in your mobile phone? Why?

Yes, it is important for me, a camera phone not only allows me to capture those beautiful random moments but also helps me in my work. I am a blogger and require good photographs for my blog. Although, I do have a DSLR but I cannot carry it all the time. In those moments it is the smart phone that come in handy.

Having a camera phone is important but then it also depends on the individual. So, a person who works for a factory is less likely to require a camera for the work. However, in recent times camera phones have become really popular as they allow an individual to capture photographs, more importantly memories, which they cannot take otherwise.

Is it a better idea to have a camera separately? Why?

Sample Answer1: Having a camera separately is important, but only when you are a photographer or require good photographs for some work. For general usage, present day smart phones are developed enough to capture clear, beautiful photographs. Having a phone with camera is much more convenient than a professional camera. It allows you the freedom to easily take it wherever you want and capture the moment as it happens. But, for some one who requires high end photographs, could be a photographer or a blogger. It is always better to have a separate camera.

Sample Answer2: I believe it depends entirely on an individual’s passion. If someone is truly passionate about cameras it is always better to have a device entirely dedicated for the use of camera. However, if all that you need to do is take simple party photos or the ones that you take while you are with your friends, it is much more easier to capture moments in a smart phone.
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Is it really necessary to have professional photographers in the media? Why?

A photograph surely speaks a thousand words and a photographer knows it better how to express what exactly is happening in a particular moment. Although, an amateur can take a photo but the one taken by a skilled photographer tends to be better in sense that it expresses the sense and emotion exactly as it happens. With media affecting our lives to such a great extent, it is very important for media to have professional photographers.

Do you think that some pictures in the media are taken by amateurs?

It is very much possible for the pictures to be floating in media be taken by a amateur. For example, a person might be the only one who was present during an event and happens to take the photograph of it. When media chooses to report this, the photo is likely to be used to spread the message. However, in most cases, the media is very much aware of the events taking place and the photographs taken are mostly taken by professional photographers.

I believe when it comes to showing the news about an event that happened accidentally i.e. without any prior warning, like a calamity or an attack. Most of the times it is the photo taken by an amateur that gets floated on media. While, when it comes to photographs that appear in certain media ads, they are taken by professional photographers.

Have people in general become obsessed with selfie?

Selfies have surely taken a big space in our lives. It has become one of the most common things that people do and for some the most important thing to do as well. Right from a wedding to a birthday to any other celebration, selfies have surely come up as those things that people do when they are happy or feel excited about things. You can find people taking their photos when they are bored, sad, happy, crushed or no matter what emotion it be. And, with camera phones becoming better and so accessible it is undoubtedly something that will stay for a long time.

On an average how many pictures do you take in a day/week/month?

I would, on an average it would be around 2 to 3. I am not a very big fan of clicking random photos in mundane life. So, obviously if we are going out on a vacation or something like, I’d prefer taking more photos.

Have you ever hired a professional photographer?

Professional photographer, yes I have hired once, for my brother’s wedding. We were so excited about it that we couldn’t just rely on photos taken by the guests or ourselves to capture the memories. There were good photographers hired and they helped us capture the wedding in the most beautiful way that it could have been.

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