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1. Where do you like to go to meet your friends? (Why?)
- Useful expressions:
- “I usually meet my friends at…”
- “It’s a great place to hang out because…”
- “It depends on the situation, but I prefer…”
- Grammar structure: Present simple
- Sample answer:
- I usually meet my friends at coffee shops or small restaurants because they are comfortable places where we can talk for hours. It’s a great place to hang out because we can enjoy a nice drink, chat, and even get some work done if necessary. Sometimes, we also go to parks or shopping malls, especially if we want to do something more active. It depends on the situation, but I prefer quieter places where we can really catch up and have meaningful conversations.
2. Why are some places better than others for meeting friends? (Why/Why not?)
- Useful expressions:
- “Some places are better because…”
- “I think the best places to meet friends should be…”
- “A noisy environment can make it hard to…”
- Grammar structure: Comparative (better than)
- Sample answer:
- Some places are better because they offer a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. I think the best places to meet friends should be quiet enough to have a conversation but also fun and lively. A coffee shop, for example, is great for a relaxed chat, while a park is nice if we want to take a walk. A noisy environment can make it hard to talk and really enjoy each other’s company, so I usually avoid crowded places like nightclubs or very busy restaurants.
3. Do you prefer to meet just one friend or a group of friends together? (Why/Why not?)
- Useful expressions:
- “I enjoy both, but if I had to choose, I’d say…”
- “Spending time with just one friend allows me to…”
- “On the other hand, meeting a group of friends is great for…”
- Grammar structure: Conditional (if I had to choose, I’d say…)
- Sample answer:
- I enjoy both, but if I had to choose, I’d say I prefer meeting just one friend at a time. Spending time with just one friend allows me to have deeper conversations and really connect with them. On the other hand, meeting a group of friends is great for having fun and sharing different opinions, especially when celebrating something special. So, it really depends on the occasion!
4. Have the types of places where you meet friends changed since you were younger? (How?)
- Useful expressions:
- “When I was younger, I used to…”
- “Now that I’m older, I prefer…”
- “One big difference is that…”
- Grammar structure: Past simple vs. present simple
- Sample answer:
- When I was younger, I used to meet my friends at each other’s houses or at school because we didn’t have much freedom to go out. Now that I’m older, I prefer going to cafés, parks, or even taking short trips together. One big difference is that when I was a kid, I didn’t really care about the place as long as I was having fun. But now, I choose places where I can relax and have good conversations.
