Skip to content
1. Do you like using mobile/cell phones? (Why/Why not?)
- Useful expressions:
- “I can’t imagine my life without…”
- “It’s so convenient for…”
- “At the same time, I think…”
- Grammar structure: Present simple
- Sample answer:
- I can’t imagine my life without my phone! It’s so convenient for staying in touch with friends, checking emails, and even studying. At the same time, I think it’s important to take breaks from screens to avoid getting too distracted.
2. Do you send many text messages? (Why/Why not?)
- Useful expressions:
- “I tend to…”
- “Most of the time, I…”
- “It’s quicker than…”
- Grammar structure: Present simple
- Sample answer:
- I tend to send a lot of messages every day, especially on apps like WhatsApp or Messenger. Most of the time, I prefer texting because it’s quicker than making a call, and I can reply whenever I have time.
3. When did you first have a mobile/cell phone?
- Useful expressions:
- “I got my first phone when…”
- “Back then, it was just for…”
- “Compared to phones today, it was…”
- Grammar structure: Past simple
- Sample answer:
- I got my first phone when I was about 12 years old. Back then, it was just for making calls and sending basic texts. Compared to phones today, it was pretty basic—no internet, no social media, just the classic Snake game!
4. Are there any places where you would not use a mobile/cell phone? (Why?)
- Useful expressions:
- “I think it’s inappropriate to…”
- “For example, I wouldn’t use my phone in…”
- “It’s important to be respectful in…”
- Grammar structure: Present simple & modal verbs
- Sample answer:
- Yes, I think it’s inappropriate to use a phone in certain places. For example, I wouldn’t use my phone in a cinema or a meeting because it can be distracting for others. It’s important to be respectful in quiet places like libraries or religious sites as well.
