티스토리 뷰
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Can you tell me something about your hometown?
My hometown is Seoul. It is the capital of Korea and is one of the most densely populated cities in the world.
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Can you tell me about some famous scenic spots in your hometown?
N Seoul Tower is a famous landmark in Seoul. From the top of the tower, there is a wonderful view of the whole city.
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What do you remember the most about growing up?
I remember spending a lot of time with my grandparents. We used to take daytrips to the beach or to the countryside a lot when I was a child.
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What kind of child were you?
I was a very naughty child. I never finished my homework on time and used to throw a tantrum if I didn't get my own way.
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Did you ever get into trouble at home or school?
Yes, quite regularly! I was rebellious when I was younger and didn't like to do as I was told so my teachers often scolded me.
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Do you miss anything about your childhood?
I miss being able to spend a lot of time with my friends and family. Now, I work so much that I don't have as much time to see them.
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Do you still have a friend from your childhood?
Yes, I am still very close with a few friends I had at middle school. We all still live in Seoul and try to meet up once a month for dinner.
Part2
Describe a happy childhood event you still remember.
when it happened/ who was involved in the event/ how you felt at the time/ why you remember this particular occasion
Now, I'm going to talk about a happy memory from my childhood.
The childhood event that I have chosen is my 10th birthday party. I remember it was a weekend in the summer, during the school holidays.
One Saturday, my parents took me and a group of my friends to an amusement park just outside of the city. We spent the day going on roller-coasters and trying all different rides. After that, we went back to my house and my mum had prepared some party food and games for me and my friends to enjoy. Then on the Sunday, I had another party with all of my relatives. My grandparents, aunts and uncles and all of my cousins came for the day.
I felt so special that everyone had made such an effort to wish me a happy birthday. Most of my family members live far away from my home in Seoul, so to see them really meant a lot to me.
It is one of the fondest memories from my childhood because it was one of the few times when all my loved ones were gathered together in one place.
That's all from me, thank you very much for your attention!
Part3 (1/4)
Do children find it easy to make friends?
Since children have less inhibitions than adults, it is easier for them to make friends. Having a lack of inhibitions means that they are braver and are more open to talking with other children and finding similar interests. Of course, some children do suffer from shyness so it can be difficult for them to make friends but it is still easier for shy children to make friends than shy adults.
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Is it better for children to have a few close friends, or many?
It is better for them to have many friends. I think people usually develop a preference for a small group of close friends as they get older, but it is important for children to learn from their peers and mix with different types of people. Therefore, children who have many friends are more likely to be open-minded and considerate.
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Has the image of childhood changed in your country?
The image of childhood has changed a lot since my parents' generation. There is more pressure on children nowadays to be high achievers and work hard. It seems like there is less time for children to play and more focus placed on education and on learning to excel in specific subjects such as English and mathematics.
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Do you think children should be treated the same as adults?
No, children should not be treated the same as adults. Children need much more nurturing than adults. Children also have less understanding of appropriate behaviour and are not yet mature thinkers. It would be unfair to treat a child like an adult and have the same expectations of them.
from Julie Jung IELTS Speaking Step1
* decade: 10, generations: 30, century 100