Authentic Speaking Part 1 Questions

AUTHENTIC SPEAKING Do you think science is important to our lives? Why?☆Which kind of technology are you most interested in?

Do you think science is important to our lives? Why?☆Which kind of technology are you most interested in?

I believe science is very important to our lives.

It is no doubt that science has made our lives much more convenient. It has largely promote our working efficiency [i’fi ənsi] and productivity. Physics helps us figure out how things work. Chemistry shows us the structure of the world and how materials interact with each other. Biology teaches us where living things come from and what living things need to survive.

I’m stimulating in artificial intelligence. I think that “artificial intelligence” can make a useful robot [‘rəub t] in the future. It can help us to do all matters, can even do some matters that our normal person can’t make.

AUTHENTIC SPEAKING What kind of food is most popular in your country?

What kind of food is most popular in your country?

It is no doubt that the Chinese dumpling is the most popular food in china. In Chinese tradition, people tend to make and eat dumpling on Chinese new year eve, because the shape of Chinese just like the gold ingot [‘iŋɡət], which make us think it can bring fortune.

AUTHENTIC SPEAKING Do birds have any special meanings in China? Do you think it is important to protect birds?

Do birds have any special meanings in China? Do you think it is important to protect birds?

Actually, in Chinese tradition, Magies [‘mæɡpai] are considered to be lucky birds, while corbies[‘k :bi] are considered to be unfortunate birds. For example, most Chinese traditional clothes that we save for joyous days contain the embroidery [im’br idəri] of Magies.

It is undeniable fact that birds play a vital role in maintaining the subtle balance of the earth’s ecological system. Besides, for thousands of years, many birds have given loyal service to humans, like pigeons [‘pid in] convey message in wartime. So it’s important to protect birds.

AUTHENTIC SPEAKING What’re your favorite wild animals?

What’re your favorite wild animals?

My favorite wild animal is elephant coz they are quite gentle and adorable, you know, they never “bully” other animals. I always thought of elephants as wise creatures, large, smart, perhaps: polite. So whenever I went to the zoo, I tended to take huge photos of elephant.

AUTHENTIC SPEAKING Do you think families should eat dinner together? How often do you go to restaurants with your family members? Why are family and friends important to us?

Do you think families should eat dinner together? How often do you go to restaurants with your family members? Why are family and friends important to us?

I believe eating dinner together with your families can promote the communication between family members and strengthen family ties. Besides, children can exchange ideas with their parents at that time. So I think families should eat dinner together.

Actually, we seldom go to restaurant coz we believe that the food restaurants serve can be very unhealthy, no matter how good it tastes.

Because they will be out there whenever you’re in need and they will not resist helping you. by the way Friendship is a blessing[bles], you know, you will understand the deeper meaning of having a close family and friends when you are in need.

AUTHENTIC SPEAKING Do you prefer to celebrate your birthday with your family members or your friends? How do children celebrate their birthday in China? What age is the most valued age in China?

Do you prefer to celebrate your birthday with your family members or your friends? How do children celebrate their birthday in China? What age is the most valued age in China?

Yes, I do. In many Chinese families, celebrating your birthday with your family members is a tradition.

Most of the Chinese children celebrate their birthdays by having a birthday cake with candles or having a square meal with their families at home or outside. And the wealthy families may choose to celebrate with a party outside, inviting friends as well.

AUTHENTIC SPEAKING What are the differences in men’s and women’s favorite leisure activities? Who have more free time, men or women?

What are the differences in men’s and women’s favorite leisure activities? Who have more free time, men or women?

When it comes to leisure activities, males tend to some outdoor activities, like camping, hiking and bungee jumping, while females tend to some indoor activities, like playing killers of tree kingdoms and uno.

I think that depends on the job rather than the gender.

AUTHENTIC SPEAKING Do you have a driving license? Do you prefer to be the driver or a passenger?

Do you have a driving license? Do you prefer to be the driver or a passenger?

Yes, I have. I just got my driving license few weeks ago.

I prefer to be a driver than to a passenger coz driving makes life much easier for me and my family members. Besides, in many cities, a driving license is a necessity for finding a job. In contrast, some people think that having a car let you have to shoulder all the burdens of a car ownership：having to keep the car maintained and filled with gas, the parking fees and of course the insurance.