观点表达：
too... for my liking (e.g. the weather is too hot for my liking)
Personally, I'm not a fan of…
I'd much rather do A (than B)
Family 话题
friendly, kind, caring, big-hearted(宽宏大量的)
supportive, always there when you need them
good role models, they set a good example
welcoming, great hosts, their door is always open
swimming话题
keep fit get in better shape gives me an energy boos
a good cardiovascular(心血管的) workout feel refreshed
rejuvenated(使恢复活力的) invigorated (使精力充沛)
smartwatch话题
functions and features fashion accessory
synchronise it with your computer and phone
calendar notifications
check my appointments and work commitments
at a glance(一目了然) track your exercise goals
the ultimate in portable devices
interesting city 话题
lively bustling(繁忙的) hectic(繁忙的) thriving(繁荣的)
cosmopolitan(世界性的) multicultural(多元文化的)
fascinating, unique
a special atmosphere
sightseeing, entertainment
an unforgettable experience
enjoyed every minute
the time flew by
endless things to see and do
it was over too quickly
TV programme话题
primarily for entertainment
people treat television as a form of relaxation
talent shows
soap operas
the focus is on entertainment rather than education
what is morally right and wrong
traditional fairy tales
toddlers(蹒跚学步的孩子)
we start taking an interest in
my own preferences have changed over the years
I would never have watched news programmes when I was younger
our viewing habits mature ('mature' is used as a verb)
IELTS Speaking Part 3: 'TV programme' answers
1. Do you think most people watch TV for education or for entertainment?
I think people watch TV primarily for entertainment. There are far more entertainment programmes than educational ones, and in my experience most people treat television as a form of relaxation in the evening. If I think about the most popular TV programmes in the UK, such as talent shows like 'X Factor' or soap operas like 'Eastenders', the focus is definitely on entertainment rather than education.
2. Should TV play a role in educating children? How?
Yes, it definitely should play a role in my opinion. Good children's TV programmes should tell stories that contain some kind of lesson about how to behave or what is morally right and wrong. Many of the traditional fairy tales, such as 'Cinderella', have been made into TV programmes, and there is always a postive message in those stories.
3. How do you think TV viewing habits change as people get older?
TV viewing habits obviously change a lot as we get older. While toddlers might watch programmes about talking animals, teenagers prefer action and adventure or sports, and as adults we start taking an interest in news and politics. My own preferences, for example, have changed over the years - I would never have watched news programmes when I was younger. I think it would be very strange if our viewing habits didn't mature!
film话题
when it comes out (meaning: when it is released)
refers to the name of
the imaginary criminal organisation
hasn’t been released yet
on a mission to save the world
an arch-criminal(罪魁祸首)
a plot line involving lots of twists and turns
to defeat his nemesis
the official trailer
cast to play supporting roles
James Bond films are always big news
action scenes and special effects
take place in spectacular locations
unrealistic, you could even say ridiculous
like a roller-coaster ride
future plans话题
a future aim of mine
the plot would be fictional(虚构的)
influenced by some of my own experiences, ideas and views
I might suddenly be inspired
a vague objective
time, commitment and passion
to set a goal
I’ve always wondered how
create a work of fiction
bringing a story to life
follow in the footsteps of my favourite authors
