IELTS SPEAKING TEST
Part 2
Describe a house or an apartment you would like to live in
You should say:
- What it is like
- Where it would be
- Why you would like to live in this house/apartment
- And how you feel about this house/apartment
Sample Answer
The pandemic gave the concept of work from home, so an ideal dwelling place would be a combination of living and working spaces.
And even before the pandemic, I happened to believe that an ideal house should be spacious and self-contained. So that I never have to leave it except for work.
The house where I would like to live would be something that I could call my own. A property where I could carry out whatever modification I want.
And this house should be located not in the middle of the city. Instead, it would be better if the house is in the suburbs.
Prime location is needed for business purposes. To get a peaceful atmosphere and less crowded neighborhood, I would prefer the outskirts of my city.
Modern apartment blocks offer amenities like private gym, swimming pool, and an indoor sports complex.
I don’t mind if my house doesn’t have these facilities. I simply want to have a small garden in front of my house.
I would love it if my children use this garden as a safe place to play. And here in this garden I can relax on a reclining chair with a book on weekends.
With a little imagination, I could cultivate this garden in an artistic way. And I am sure, after seeing my garden, my neighbors would be green with envy.
Of course, I would have to pay extra attention to keep my garden well-maintained.
But it is a small price to pay for having some beautiful outdoor space.
The city life is very stressful at times. In a housing colony where I am currently living, our neighborhood is full of quarrelsome people.
So this ideal house with its garden will give me a peaceful refuge from the noise of bickering neighbors.
I can’t imagine this type of serene atmosphere in an apartment as it has shared walls, ceilings, or floors.
Having said that, I must confess that I would be equally contented even if I get a big extra room in a house where I am currently living.
It is very expensive to own a big house these days. Even though I crave the extra space and serenity of a big house, I very well understand that it could be a distant dream for a while.
But, I am equally sure that I can achieve that dream with persistence and perseverance.
IELTS SPEAKING TEST
Part 3
What kinds of apartments are the most popular?
In any country, if you observe the urban population, you will find them living in apartments with one or two bedrooms, a drawing room , and a kitchen.
Of course, everyone fantasizes about living in a luxurious penthouse where all the amenities such as gyms, indoor swimming pools, and a mini-theater are there, included in the living space.
But, these upscale living spaces are so expensive that middle-class people can’t have them.
So, simple apartments with basic amenities and ease of maintenance are the first choice of people who want to live in an apartment.
What are the differences between houses that young people and old people live?
There is a fundamental difference between the choices of the younger and older generation.
Young people tend to see a house as a living place only, they want a place to go back to after finishing a day’s work at their workplaces.
They need the privacy of four walls and a comfortable space to spend some quality time with family.
They are happy with any place that satisfies these needs.
Whereas, old people , almost all of them, want to live a peaceful life after taking retirement from worldly activities. Their age compels them to spend their time at home with their family members who takes care of them.
So, old people prefer houses where they can live under the care of their loved ones. Thus, they prefer spacious houses.
What are the differences between apartments and houses?
There is a world of difference between apartments and houses.
Apartments promise security, amenities and ease of maintenance. Usually, it is quite difficult to have all these things in a house.
In a separate house, there are no shared walls with neighbors. So it’s like your private island where you enjoy your privacy.
Apartments are cramped together , and if you rule out luxurious apartments, they lack privacy due to closeness with neighbors.
Do people usually rent or buy a house? Why?
A few decades ago, when people looked at houses as living spaces, and not property investments, it was everyone’s dream to own a house of one’s own.
With the passing years, the mentality has changed.
Now, people who can afford to buy a house see it as an investment that offers good returns. These people buy houses for renting them out.
And those who are unable to manage enough funds to purchase a house would consider renting a house. For them, paying a monthly rent is convenient, rather than arranging a huge sum for buying that house.
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