IELTS Speaking 2025 Part 2&3: Describe a programme that you enjoyed very much (e.g., on TV or the internet)

IELTS Speaking Part 2 Cue Card:

Describe a programme that you enjoyed very much (e.g., on TV or the internet).

You should say:

• What the programme was about

• Where you watched it

• Who you watched it with
  And explain why you enjoyed this programme so much.

Speaking Expressions:

• To be honest… (Thành thật mà nói…)

• I couldn’t get enough of… (Tôi không thể ngừng xem…)

• It was right up my street… (Đúng sở thích của tôi…)

• I found myself… (Tôi thấy mình…)

• I was hooked because… (Tôi bị cuốn hút vì…)

Ideas & Collocations:

• Documentary series (loạt phim tài liệu)

• Binge-watching session (phiên xem “cày”)

• Streaming platform (nền tảng phát trực tuyến)

• Catch-up TV (xem lại chương trình)

• Engaging storyline (cốt truyện lôi cuốn)

Sample Answer:

To be honest, the programme I couldn’t get enough of was a documentary series called “Wild Vietnam,” which profiles the country’s most remote jungles and wildlife. I watched it on a streaming platform—Netflix, to be precise—during a binge-watching session last weekend. I invited my younger sister to join me, and we curled up on the sofa with popcorn and iced tea.

It was right up my street because I’ve always loved nature shows, and the engaging storyline took me from the forests in Phong Nha to the mangroves in the Mekong Delta. Honestly, I found myself pausing every few minutes just to admire the cinematography: the way the camera captured a family of otters playing in a river or a hornbill building its nest high in the canopy was breathtaking. I was hooked because the series combined stunning visuals with insightful commentary from local conservationists, so I learned loads about species I’d never heard of before.

What really made it special was watching it with my sister. We kept pausing to discuss our own trips to Cat Tien National Park or to plan a future weekend getaway. It turned what could have been a solo screening into a chance for us to bond and share travel dreams. Plus, the programme inspired me to sign up for a volunteer trip to help with river clean-up efforts, so it didn’t just entertain me—it motivated me to get involved. All in all, “Wild Vietnam” was more than a show; it was an experience that combined learning, family time, and inspiration.

IELTS Speaking Part 3 Questions

1. What types of programmes do people in your country like to watch?

2. Do people in your country enjoy foreign TV programmes?

3. What are the benefits of letting children watch animal videos instead of going to zoos?

4. Do you agree or disagree that game shows and talk shows are a waste of time?

Question 1

Speaking Expressions:

• Generally speaking… (Nói chung…)

• You’ll often see… (Bạn thường thấy…)

• People tend to… (Mọi người có xu hướng…)

Ideas & Collocations:

• Reality TV (truyền hình thực tế)

• News bulletins (bản tin thời sự)

• Soap operas (phim truyền hình dài tập)

Sample Answer:
“Generally speaking, Vietnamese viewers tend to watch a mix of news bulletins during breakfast and soap operas in the evening. On weekends, you’ll often see families tuning into reality TV talent shows—those singing contests or cook-offs are huge hits. There’s something for everyone, really, from the latest headlines to drama-filled serials.

Question 2

Speaking Expressions:

• In my experience… (Theo kinh nghiệm của tôi…)

• A lot of people… (Rất nhiều người…)

• It comes down to… (Cái đó phụ thuộc vào…)

Ideas & Collocations:

• Subtitled content (nội dung có phụ đề)

• Dubbed versions (phiên bản lồng tiếng)

• Cultural adaptation (thích nghi văn hóa)

Sample Answer:
“In my experience, a lot of people do enjoy subtitled content from Korea or Japan, especially dramas. Others prefer dubbed versions of Hollywood films so they don’t have to read subtitles. It comes down to personal taste and language comfort—some love the authenticity of hearing original voices, while others just want to relax and follow the plot.

Question 3

Speaking Expressions:

• On the plus side… (Về mặt tích cực…)

• Kids can… (Trẻ em có thể…)

• It’s a safer option… (Đó là lựa chọn an toàn hơn…)

Ideas & Collocations:

• Virtual learning (học ảo)

• Animal behaviour (hành vi động vật)

• Ethical concerns (mối quan tâm đạo đức)

Sample Answer:
“On the plus side, letting children watch animal videos means they can study animal behaviour up close without the stress of a noisy crowd. Kids can pause, rewind, and learn at their own pace, which is great for virtual learning. Plus, it addresses ethical concerns—no cages, no exploitation, just pure wildlife on screen. It’s a safer option for both kids and animals.

Question 4

Speaking Expressions:

• Frankly speaking… (Thành thật mà nói…)

• I’m not convinced… (Tôi không thấy thuyết phục…)

• There’s value in… (Có giá trị ở…)

Ideas & Collocations:

• Light entertainment (giải trí nhẹ nhàng)

• Viewer engagement (tương tác khán giả)

• Educational content (nội dung giáo dục)

Sample Answer:
“Frankly speaking, I’m not convinced that game shows and talk shows are a waste of time. There’s value in light entertainment after a long day—sometimes you just need a laugh or a bit of viewer engagement. Plus, many talk shows sprinkle in educational content or raise awareness about social issues, so I’d say they have their place on TV.”