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1. Did you go to the cinema/movies a lot when you were a child? (Why/Why not?)
- Useful expressions:
- “I used to go to the cinema quite often because…”
- “It was always exciting to…”
- “However, sometimes I preferred to…”
- Grammar structure: Past simple & used to
- Sample answer:
- Yes, I used to go to the cinema quite often because my parents took me there on weekends. It was always exciting to watch new animated movies on the big screen. However, sometimes I preferred to stay home and watch cartoons instead.
2. Do you still like the same films/movies that you liked when you were a child?
- Useful expressions:
- “My taste has changed a bit, but I still enjoy…”
- “Back then, I used to love…”
- “Now, I prefer movies that…”
- Grammar structure: Present perfect & past simple
- Sample answer:
- My taste has changed a bit, but I still enjoy animated films. Back then, I used to love fantasy and superhero movies. Now, I prefer movies that have deeper storylines, but I still feel nostalgic when I watch my childhood favorites.
3. Do you prefer to go to the cinema/movies with friends or on your own? (Why/Why not?)
- Useful expressions:
- “I definitely prefer going with friends because…”
- “Watching a movie alone can be nice when…”
- “But in general, I think movies are more fun when…”
- Grammar structure: Present simple
- Sample answer:
- I definitely prefer going with friends because it’s more fun to discuss the movie afterward. Watching a movie alone can be nice when I really want to focus, but in general, I think movies are more fun when you share the experience with others.
