IELTS Speaking 2024 Part 1: Pen and pencil

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May 18, 2024

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Do you usually use a pen or pencil?
- Useful expressions:
  - “I generally prefer…”
  - “Most of the time, I use…”
  - “I find that…”
- Grammar structure: Present simple tense
- Sample answer:
  - “I generally prefer using a pen for most of my writing tasks. Most of the time, I use a pen because it provides a smoother and more permanent writing experience.”
Which do you use more often, pen or pencil?
- Useful expressions:
  - “I tend to use…”
  - “I find myself reaching for…”
  - “In my daily routine, I typically use…”
- Grammar structure: Present simple tense
- Sample answer:
  - “I tend to use a pen more often than a pencil. In my daily routine, I typically use a pen for taking notes, signing documents, and jotting down ideas.”
When was the last time you bought a pen or pencil?
- Useful expressions:
  - “Recently…”
  - “The last time I bought a pen/pencil was…”
  - “I remember purchasing…”
- Grammar structure: Past simple tense
- Sample answer:
  - “Recently, the last time I bought a pen was about a month ago. I remember purchasing a set of gel pens because I wanted to have different colors for organizing my notes.”
What do you think if someone sends you a pen or pencil as a gift?
- Useful expressions:
  - “I would appreciate…”
  - “It’s a thoughtful gesture because…”
  - “Receiving a pen/pencil as a gift would be…”
- Grammar structure: Conditional (would + base form of verb)
- Sample answer:
  - “I would appreciate receiving a pen or pencil as a gift. It’s a thoughtful gesture because it shows the person knows my love for writing and appreciates practical gifts. Receiving a beautifully crafted pen or a set of high-quality pencils would be a delightful and useful addition to my stationery collection.”