IELTS Speaking part 1, 2 Topic "Conversation With A Stranger"

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IELTS Speaking Part 1

Câu hỏi: Do you often talk to strangers?

Câu trả lời mẫu: Well, it really depends on the situation. I’m not particularly outgoing, so I don’t go out of my way to strike up conversations with strangers. However, if I find myself in a social setting, like a party or a conference, I’m usually happy to chat with new people.

Từ vựng:

• • strike up conversation /straɪk ʌp/ (phrasal verb): bắt đầu một cuộc trò chuyện
  • outgoing /ˈaʊtɡoʊɪŋ/ (adj): hướng ngoại
  • social setting /ˈsoʊʃəl ˈsɛtɪŋ/ (noun): môi trường xã hội

Câu hỏi: Is it hard to start a conversation with a stranger?

Câu trả lời mẫu: Yes, it can be a bit daunting at first. It often requires a lot of courage to approach someone you don’t know and start talking. Small talk can be awkward, but once you break the ice, it usually gets easier.

Từ vựng:

• • daunting /ˈdɔːntɪŋ/ (adj): làm nản lòng
  • courage /ˈkɜːrɪdʒ/ (noun): can đảm
  • break the ice (idiom): phá vỡ sự ngượng ngùng

Câu hỏi: Do you normally carry on a conversation with strangers?

Câu trả lời mẫu: If I find the person interesting, I’m more than happy to carry on a conversation. I enjoy learning about different people and perspectives. However, if I feel like the conversation is going nowhere, I’ll politely excuse myself.

Từ vựng:

• • carry on /ˈkæri ɒn/ (phrasal verb): tiếp tục
  • perspective /pərˈspektɪv/ (noun): quan điểm

Câu hỏi: Are you afraid of being evaluated when you meet someone for the first time?

Câu trả lời mẫu: To be honest, I used to be quite self-conscious about making a good impression. But as I’ve gotten older, I’ve realized that it’s more important to be myself. Everyone makes mistakes, and that’s okay.

Từ vựng:

• • self-conscious /ˌsɛlfˈkɒnʃəs/ (adj): tự ti
  • make a good impression (idiom): tạo ấn tượng tốt

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe an interesting conversation that you had with a stranger

You should say:

• Who the person is
• What kind of person is
• What you talked about

And explain why the conversation was interesting

Câu trả lời mẫu:

I once had a fascinating conversation with an elderly gentleman on a long-haul flight to Australia. A retired marine biologist, he had dedicated much of his life to exploring the Great Barrier Reef.

His passion for the ocean was palpable. He regaled me with countless tales of his underwater adventures, from encounters with majestic whale sharks to discoveries of rare coral species. It was as if he were transporting me to another world.

Our discussion ranged from the devastating impact of climate change on marine ecosystems to the critical importance of conservation efforts. I was particularly intrigued by his philosophical outlook on life as a continuous journey of discovery and learning. He emphasized the significance of mindfulness and appreciating the beauty of the natural world.

What made this conversation truly memorable was his infectious enthusiasm and curiosity. His passion inspired me to delve deeper into marine biology and environmental conservation.

Từ vựng:

• long-haul flight /lɒŋ hɔːl flaɪt/ (n): chuyến bay dài
• dedicate /ˈdedɪkeɪt/ (v): dành riêng, cống hiến
• palpable /ˈpæl.pə.bəl/ (adj): rõ ràng, dễ thấy
• regale /rɪˈɡeɪl/ (v): kể chuyện hấp dẫn, chiêu đãi bằng câu chuyện
• encounter /ɪnˈkaʊn.tər/ (v): gặp gỡ, đối mặt
• majestic /məˈdʒes.tɪk/ (adj): oai nghiêm, tráng lệ
• coral /ˈkɒr.əl/ (n): san hô
• devastating /ˈdev.ə.steɪ.tɪŋ/ (adj): tàn phá, hủy diệt
• marine /məˈriːn/ (adj): biển, hải dương
• critical /ˈkrɪtɪ.kəl/ (adj): quan trọng, cần thiết
• conservation /ˌkɒnsəˈveɪʃn/ (n): bảo tồn
• intrigued by /ɪnˈtriːɡd baɪ/ (phrasal verb): tò mò về, hứng thú với
• outlook /ˈaʊt.lʊk/ (n): quan điểm, cách nhìn
• emphasize /ˈemfə.saɪz/ (v): nhấn mạnh
• mindfulness /ˈmaɪnd.fəl.nəs/ (n): chánh niệm
• infectious /ɪnˈfek.ʃəs/ (adj): dễ lây lan, truyền nhiễm
• enthusiasm /ɪnˈθuː.zi.æz.əm/ (n): sự nhiệt tình
• curiosity /ˌkjʊəriˈɒs.ə.ti/ (n): sự tò mò
• delve into /delv ˈɪntuː/ (phrasal verb): nghiên cứu sâu, tìm hiểu kỹ

Bổ sung:

• Các câu hỏi mở rộng:
  • What was the most interesting thing you learned from that conversation?
  • How has that conversation influenced you?
• Các chủ đề liên quan:
  • Making friends
  • Cultural differences
  • Travel experiences

Chúc các bạn thành công trong kỳ thi IELTS!