Makkar Speaking Flashcards

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What kind of teachers do you like best?

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how to answer this question: When answering this question you should focus on the attributes that you like best in a teacher and should focus on qualities such as patience, and depth of knowledge. I like teachers who are friendly and have patience; who do not get mad at me when I don’t understand anything. I like teachers who have depth of knowledge of the subject, and who have good communication skills to teach well.

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What do you do to help you concentrate?

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how to answer this question: When answering this question, focus on your methods to help yourself concentrate, and how you achieve that. To help me concentrate I go to a quiet place like a library. Sometimes I put on headphones and listen to some music. Sometimes I start thinking about other things that need to be done and lose focus on the task at hand.

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What languages can you speak?

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how to answer this question: In this question, you should first specify the different languages you speak and then talk about how you learned the language or what methods you use for learning a language. I can speak three languages, Punjabi, Hindi and English. Apart from learning the basic words and grammar, I try to watch movies and cartoons in the language I like to learn. I also like to use a lot of language learning apps such as duolingo.

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What types of bags do you like?

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how to answer this question: In this question you should make sure to specify the different types of bags you like, focusing on any features they might have and why you like them. I like bags that are easy to carry, like backpacks, sling bags and totes, and I can use such bags to easily accommodate the things I need. I also like bags that have a few compartments, so that I can keep my things organized. I also like to keep my bags clean, so that they don’t get spoiled easily.

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How are languages taught and learned in your school.

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how to answer this question: You should focus on explaining the methods used in your school to teach and learn languages, from the beginning till higher grades. In my school language learning starts pretty early, right from nursery classes. It starts with learning alphabets, basic vocabulary and grammar rules.

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Do you think singing can bring happiness to people?

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how to answer this question: For this question you should first make your stance on whether singing can bring happiness and then support your view with explanations and examples. Yes, I think singing can make us happy. I don’t know how but I think singing relieves stress. I think singing takes away our focus from our worries.

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How do you learn a language?

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how to answer this question: When answering this question, you should make sure to highlight your learning methods, in addition to any other methods you may have used to learn a language. Apart from learning the basic words and grammar, I try to watch movies and cartoons in the language I like to learn. I also like to use a lot of language learning apps such as duolingo.

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What do you think about the future of public transport?

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how to answer this question: When answering this question, it is important to think about the future of public transport in the context of technology advancement and how that will make it more accessible. I think the future of public transportation is very bright because of advancements in technology. Electric vehicles will become more popular. Also, it will become a lot more comfortable and user friendly.

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Do you prefer to study in the mornings or afternoons?

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how to answer this question: For this question, make sure to mention your preferred time to study and also explain why you prefer to study in that time. I prefer to study in the mornings because at that time I feel very fresh and I can concentrate on my studies.

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Please describe it a little.

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how to answer this question: In this question you should make sure to provide a lot of detail about your house or your flat, focusing on the number of rooms, the facilities and any other features it may have. It is a two storey brick house. There’re four bedrooms with attached bathrooms, a kitchen, a living room and a drawing room. There is a small lawn in the front and a kitchen garden in the backyard.

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Do you like meaningful ads?

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how to answer this question: For this question you should specify whether or not you like meaningful ads and also give an example of one you particularly liked. I like meaningful ads that go beyond just promozng the brand and address important social issues. For example, the soap brand Dove’s ad shows how women are judged for their weight, complexion, height, hair, etc.

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How do you go to work/school?

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how to answer this question: You should mention your mode of transport and also mention any difficulties or benefits you might face with your transport method. I work in a city about 25 km from my hometown and take the public bus to work. Also, there is a lot of traffic near my office, and it’s hard to find parking. There are some paid parking garages, but they are very costly.

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What languages would you like to learn in the future?

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how to answer this question: Here you should first mention the language you would like to learn and then you should specify a reason for wanting to learn it. Probably I would like to learn French because it is one of the most popular languages in the world.

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How do you learn a language?

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how to answer this question: You should focus on mentioning the methods you use to learn a language. Apart from learning the basic words and grammar, I try to watch movies and cartoons in the language I like to learn. I also like to use a lot of language learning apps such as duolingo.

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How are languages taught and learned in your school.

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how to answer this question: For this question, you should mention the way languages are taught and learned in your school from the beginning till higher grades. In my school language learning starts pretty early, right from nursery classes. It starts with learning alphabets, basic vocabulary and grammar rules.

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What was your childhood dream?

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how to answer this question: Here you should mention your childhood dream and then explain why you had that particular dream. My childhood dream was to become a pilot because I liked planes a lot.

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Are you the kind of person who sticks to dreams?

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how to answer this question: Here you should make sure to clarify whether you stick to your dreams or not and then support your answer with explanations and examples. Well I try to pursue my dreams although I don’t think that I am successful everytime

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“What is your dream job?”

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how to answer this question: For this question, you should first specify your dream job and then you should mention why it is your dream job. I would like to become a teacher because I believe it is one of the best jobs in the world.

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Do you think you are an ambitious person?

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how to answer this question: For this question, make sure to specify whether you are an ambitious person or not and support your answer with reasons and explanations. Yes, I have many goals in my life which I would hopefully achieve.

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Do you like bags?

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how to answer this question: For this question you should mention whether you like bags or not, and then follow it up with specific types of bags you like and for which occasions. Yes, I like bags. I have different bags for different occasions. I carry a backpack to my school/college/classes, as I can easily carry my books in it. I have special bags for formal occasions, shopping and everyday use.

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What types of bags do you like?

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how to answer this question: You should mention the type of bags that you like, and the features or attributes that you like the most about those bags. I like bags that are easy to carry, like backpacks, sling bags and totes, and I can use such bags to easily accommodate the things I need. I also like bags that have a few compartments, so that I can keep my things organized.

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Do you often go to library?

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how to answer this question: For this question you should mention whether or not you like going to library and the reasons behind it. No I don’t often visit the library. I prefer to study at home.

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What do you usually do in the library?

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how to answer this question: Here, you should specify your activity inside a library when you go to a library. Normally I like to read the newspaper or some interesting novels while I am in the library.

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Did you go to library when you were a kid?

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how to answer this question: For this question, you should mention your experiences with libraries when you were a child. I only went to the school library during my childhood.

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Do Indian kids often go to library?

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how to answer this question: You should specify the status of children going to libraries in India. No I don’t think so because there are not enough libraries in our cities/ towns

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Do you always bring a lot of keys with you ?

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how to answer this question: You should mention whether you carry a lot of keys, and if yes, explain what kind of keys. No I don’t have a lot of keys with me. I own a bicycle and for that I use a number lock

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Have you ever lost your keys?

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how to answer this question: You should mention any experience where you may have lost your keys, and also mention how you felt after that. Yes I had lost my house keys once and my parents scolded me a lot after that.

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Do you often forget the keys and lock yourself out?

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how to answer this question: You should specify whether or not you are prone to forgetting your keys and lock yourself out. No, thankfully, I have never locked myself out.

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Do you write a lot?

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how to answer this question: You should mention your habits when it comes to writing and how often you write. I don’t write a lot these days. However, I am trying to start a habit of maintaining a journal.

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What do you like to write? Why?

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how to answer this question: Here you should specify your favourite thing to write and what your motivation is behind writing it. Nowadays, I don’t write anything, but in the past, I used to write my views about different political issues. Writing was just a means for me to express myself.

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Do you think the things you write would change?

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how to answer this question: Here you should specify whether you think your writing habits may change in the future and support your answer with a reason. I am not sure. I think I write only when I am very passionate about something. So, if in the future I am passionate about something, I would write about that.

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Do you prefer typing or handwriting when you are writing?

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how to answer this question: You should specify your preferred mode of writing and also mention your reasons for it. I prefer typing as compared to handwriting because I generally do it on websites. Also, my typing speed is a lot faster as compared to handwriting.

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Do you like singing? Why?

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how to answer this question: Here you should specify whether you like to sing and then provide your reasons for it. I like singing but in private because I don’t have a nice voice.

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Have you ever learnt how to sing?

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how to answer this question: For this question you should talk about any experience you might have with learning singing, and whether you have taken any singing lessons in the past. No singing is just about having fun for me. I have never taken any lessons for singing. I just sing some popular movie songs.

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Who do you want to sing for?

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how to answer this question: You should mention to whom you would like to sing and also explain your reasons for singing for them. Again, singing is about having fun. It makes me feel energetic and active somehow.

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Do you think singing can bring happiness to people?

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how to answer this question: You should first mention your opinion whether singing can bring happiness and then support your view with examples and reasons. Yes, I think singing can make us happy. I don’t know how but I think singing relieves stress. I think singing takes away our focus from our worries.

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Does your name have any special meaning?

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how to answer this question: You should mention whether your name has any special meaning and then specify the meaning. My name is Indroop. According to Hindu mythology, my name means an Avatar of Lord Inder.

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How would you choose names for your next generation?

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how to answer this question: Here you should mention your plans for naming the next generation and how would you go about doing it. I think traditionally, people used to take the first letter for the name from the holy book, and then the elder people used to suggest a name beginning with that letter. I would do the same, but I would try to keep a modern and unique name.

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Are there any differences between how Indians name their children now and in the past?

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how to answer this question: Here you should talk about the differences in how Indians keep their children’s names in the past and in the present. I think nowadays, people don’t follow many rituals and traditions, and names are kept without following any rules.

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Does anyone in your family have the same name as you?

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how to answer this question: You should mention whether someone in your family has the same name as you and explain why that is. No, I am the only one in my family with this name. I think my parents wanted to keep a unique name for me and so they kept it Indroop.

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Are there any names that are more popular than others in India?

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how to answer this question: You should specify if there are any common names in India, and give any examples if possible. India is a large and diverse country. Different regions have different names. For example, in Punjab, names like Gagan and Jaspreet are very common. I remember there used to be three girls with the name Gagan in my class when I was young.

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Do you think anyone in your family has the same talent?

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how to answer this question: You should specify whether anyone in your family has the same talent as you, and if they do, mention how they might have acquired that talent. Yes, my mother and aunts have similar talents. In fact it’s from my mother that I learnt a lot of this craft.

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What sports do you like?

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how to answer this question: You should specify what sports you like to watch and play and also support it with a reason for liking them. I like to watch many sports like cricket, football, tennis, basketball etc, but I love playing cricket and table tennis.

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Where did you learn to play?

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how to answer this question: Here you should focus on mentioning where and how you learned to play the sport you like. I think I learnt playing cricket by watching it on TV and from the other children in the neighbourhood. In India, everyone likes to play cricket, so it not very hard to learn it.

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Did you do some sports when you were young?

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how to answer this question: For this question, you should specify what sports you played when you were younger, and how much you liked them. Yes, I have been playing cricket since my childhood. In my childhood, I also used to play hockey and volleyball, but now I don’t.

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Do you think children need more exercise?

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how to answer this question: You should specify whether you think children need more exercise and back up your answer with a strong reason. Yes certainly. I think the number of children who are unfit and obese is increasing day by day. So, I think it is absolutely necessary that they get more exercise.

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Do you often read books? When?

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how to answer this question: Here you should specify your reading habits, whether you read books regularly and if yes, then how often. I do read books and I don’t read as often as I did in the past. Nowadays, I don’t find time to read as much as I did in the past.

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Are your reading habits different than in the past?

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how to answer this question: For this question, make sure to mention how your reading habits have changed as you have gotten older. I think there is one major difference. In my childhood, I didn’t have any stress and worries and I used to read books in one go, without stopping. But, nowadays I am barely able to finish a book in a month. Also, I have gradually shifted from reading fiction to nonfiction.

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Have you ever read a book that has been adapted into film?

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how to answer this question: You should mention if you have ever read a book that has been adapted into a movie, and give an example. Yes, I have read many such novels. I think Harry Potter is the most famous among the ones that I have read.

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What do you prefer reading books and watching movies?

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how to answer this question: For this question, make sure to specify what you like to do more, whether you prefer watching movies or reading books and provide reasons why. I prefer watching movies these days because I am not able to find the time to read books. However, I also feel that some movies are not able to do justice to the books. So, it really depends upon the adaptation.

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Do you think most movies have good acting?

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how to answer this question: Here, you should mention your views on the acting quality of most movies, and support it with a valid reason. No, I don’t think most movies have good acting. Most movies in India focus on glamour rather than good acting and direction.

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What was the first film you watched?

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how to answer this question: You should try to mention your first memory of any movie, and if possible specify the kind of story it had. I don’t remember exactly, but one of the first films I remember from my childhood is __________. (Add a couple of lines about the kind of movie and the story/what was it about).

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Do you like talking with people?

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how to answer this question: You should mention whether or not you are a social person, and if yes, give some examples to support your answer. Yes, I am a very social person and I like talking with people. In fact, every day on my commute to college, I like to pick up conversations with my fellow passengers on the bus.

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Have you ever lost your way?

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how to answer this question: You should mention whether you have gotten lost in the past and specify any instance if possible. Yes, I have lost my way many times. One time I got lost on my way to a friend’s wedding in the outskirts of our town as I was not familiar with that area.

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How can you find your way when you are lost?

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how to answer this question: You should mention any method that you might use to find your way when you get lost. Usually, one can use the maps app on their phones to get the right directions but sometimes it doesn’t work because some areas don’t have a good signal. Another way is to ask people around for help or stop at a store and ask people who work there.

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Can you read a map when you get lost?

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how to answer this question: Here, you should make sure to mention whether or not you can read a map, and specify your preference when it comes to map reading, whether you like to read a physical map or an online map. Yes, I can read a map, but I usually don’t carry a map. I am dependent on the map app on my phone and can read the map there.

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Have you ever helped someone who got lost?

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how to answer this question: You should mention if you have helped anyone who was lost, and if possible, mention the incident. Yes, once we were visiting the Golden Temple and saw a small boy who got lost and separated from his family. Me and my friends helped him find his family.

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Is it difficult for you to stay focused on something?

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how to answer this question: Here you should focus on whether it is difficult for you to focus and specify when you might feel that it is hard to stay focused. Yes, sometimes I find it hard to focus especially when I have not had a good night’s sleep. Also, when I am running behind on a deadline, I get very tense, and I am not able to focus.

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What do you do to help you concentrate?

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how to answer this question: You should mention the different methods you employ to help you concentrate better. To help me concentrate I go to a quiet place like a library. Sometimes I put on headphones and listen to some music. Sometimes I start thinking about other things that need to be done and lose focus on the task at hand.

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What may distract you when you are trying to stay focused?

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how to answer this question: Here you should mention what things or situations distract you the most when you are trying to focus. I get distracted when I hear people talking around me or interrupting me with questions. Sometimes I start thinking about other things that need to be done and lose focus on the task at hand.

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When do you need to be focused?

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how to answer this question: You should mention the situations or activities when you feel it is most important for you to be focused. I need to be focused when I am preparing for an exam, have an assignment due, and in the class when my professor is teaching.

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Do you like science?

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how to answer this question: You should start by saying whether you like science or not, and then give a reason why. Yes, I like science. I am very curious by nature and love to know how things work.

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When did you start to learn about science?

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how to answer this question: Here you should talk about when you started to learn about science. I started learning about science right from elementary school.

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Which science subject is interesting to you?

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how to answer this question: You should mention the subject in science that you find most interesting, and why. Chemistry is the most interesting subject to me. I like doing hands-on experiments and applying classroom learning in the lab. It’s really interesting to see what happens when different substances mix with each other.

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What kinds of interesting things have you done with science?

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how to answer this question: You should give examples of any interesting experiences you had with science. I have done many interesting things with science like the volcano experiment where we added vinegar and baking soda in an empty bottle. The reaction created carbon dioxide gas which erupted out of the bottle. It was so cool to watch.

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What do you think individuals can do to protect the environment?

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how to answer this question: Here you should mention the various things that people can do to protect the environment. Some things that individuals can do to protect the environment are : 1) reduce the use of plastics, 2) Recycle and compost, 3) Unplug household appliances when you are not using them.

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Do you think you have done enough to protect the environment?

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how to answer this question: You should first make a clear stance about whether you feel you have done enough or not and then support your opinion with a solid explanation. I don’t think I have done enough. There is so much more that I can do. I have started small changes at home like recycling, reducing food waste, composting, and not using plastics. One day I would like to start an environment group.

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What kind of trees do people usually plant in your country? How about your hometown?

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how to answer this question: You should specify the common trees that people plant in your country and in your hometown. People plant many kinds of trees in my country and hometown. Some of the popular ones are the Neem tree, Banyan tree, and Peepal Tree and these are popular for their medicinal uses, shade, and air purifying qualities. Fruit trees like Mango, Banana, Papaya are also very popular and frequently planted.

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Have you ever planted trees?

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how to answer this question: Here you should specify any experiences you may have had with planting trees. Yes, my grandfather is an avid gardener and I have planted helped him plant many trees in their garden.

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Do you think that furniture is necessary for a home?

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how to answer this question: You should mention if furniture is an essential part of the house or not and mention any reason to support it. Yes I think furniture is very important for any home because it helps us to do our activities with comfort. It is also a great way to furnish my home.

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Which furniture do you like best in your home?

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how to answer this question: You should mention your favourite furniture in your house, with reason. I like my bookcase and the chair right next to it the best. I am very fond of books and my parents got me a bookcase for my room. I love to read in my comfortable chair and seeing all my favorite books displayed in my bookcase makes me happy.

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Do you enjoy your current stage of life?

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how to answer this question: You should mention if you like your current stage of life and mention the reasons for it. Yes, I am currently a student and thoroughly enjoying this stage of life. Right now, I just have to think about getting into a good college. I have some personal responsibilities but don’t have to worry about earning a living.

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What are the important things that a student has to do?

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how to answer this question: You should mention the important things that a student has to do in their life. The first important thing a student needs to do is attend school or college daily. The second most important thing is to get good grades. The third important thing to do is to keep good health.

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Have you ever received a confusing text message?

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how to answer this question: You should mention any experience you may have had with a confusing text message. Well I might have refused a confusing text message but I am not able to recall it at this moment.

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In what circumstances is making a phone call better than sending a text messages?

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how to answer this question: Here you should mention the circumstances when making a phone call is a better option than sending a text. In case of emergency its better to make a call then send a message, because sometimes people do not read messages immediately after receiving them, whereas they attend the calls right away.

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Do you like meeting new people?

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how to answer this question: You should start by mentioning whether or not you like to meet new people, and support your answer with any reasons. Yes I love meeting new people because I like to make friends and discuss new ideas.

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How do you feel when people welcome you?

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how to answer this question: You should mention how you feel when people welcome you. I feel great and happy when people welcome me. I think it is a great way to show care and love for your guests.

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Do you often meet new people?

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how to answer this question: Here, you should specify how often you meet new people in your daily life. Yes I often meet new people but nowdays due to the pandemic I have been staying home, so I have not been able to meet anyone new.

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Can you tell if you like someone when you meet them for the first time? Why?

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how to answer this question: You should mention whether you can like a person just by meeting them once, and why. No, it takes me a lot of meetings to actually like someone. I take time to understand people.

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What do you like to talk about?

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how to answer this question: You should mention what kind of topics you prefer to discuss. I like to discuss news and recent events. Sometimes I like to talk about life in general.

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Have your discussion topics changed since you were a child?

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how to answer this question: You should mention whether the topics you discuss have changed over time and give a reason for it. Yes when I was a child I only used to talk about toys and games but now most of my discussions are related to my studies and currentevetns

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Do you change your opinion frequently?

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how to answer this question: You should mention whether or not you frequently change your opinions and support it with an explanation. Well, I form my opinions on the basis of facts. If I come to know that my facts are wrong then I do change my opinion.

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Do you prefer to talk or listen?

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how to answer this question: You should mention whether you prefer to listen or talk more. I am more of a listener. I like to hear what people have to say.

84
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Are you a tidy person?

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how to answer this question: You should mention whether or not you are a tidy person. Yes I like to keep things tidy and don’t like to create a mess around me.

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How do you keep things tidy?

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how to answer this question: You should focus on mentioning the methods you use to keep things tidy. I like to keep my surroundings tidy by putting the things in their right place.

86
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Do you think people should be tidy all the time?

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how to answer this question: Here you should mention whether or not you think it’s essential to stay tidy. Yes people should definitely keep things tidy, this helps them to stay organised

87
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Are you tidier at work(school) or home?

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how to answer this question: You should mention where you are more tidy and give a reason. I think I am more tidier at work(school) as compared to home because I feel more relaxed at home and sometimes I tend to procrastinate about tidying up.

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Do you like shopping?

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how to answer this question: You should start by stating whether or not you like to go shopping and also mention how often you go shopping. Yes, I am a shopaholic. I absolutely love shopping. I normally do shopping, once or twice in a month.

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Do you compare prices when you shop?

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how to answer this question: You should specify whether or not you compare prices while shopping. Yes, whenever I go for shopping, I normally visit 2-3 shops to get the best price.

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Is it difficult for you to make choices when you shop?

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how to answer this question: Here you should focus on whether or not you have a hard time making decisions while shopping and provide any reasons for it. Yes, this is the most difficult part for me when I shop and because of this I waste a lot of time. Because of so many brands and different varieties of products, it is very toguh to make a quick buying decision

91
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How do you feel when you are away from your home?

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how to answer this question: You should mention how you feel when you are not at your home. I feel a little bit sad when I am away from my home, but sometimes it feels nice to see different places.

92
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Do you like insects?

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how to answer this question: You should first state whether you like insects or not and provide a reason. I do not like insects. I am scared of them.

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Are there many different insects where you live?

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how to answer this question: You should mention whether there are many different insects where you live and the reason for it. Yes there are many insects around my house because we have lot of greenery in area which attracts the insects.

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Do you think insects are useful?

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how to answer this question: You should state whether or not you think that insects are useful for the ecosystem and provide any reasons you may have to support your view. Well, I read somewhere that insects are an important part of our foodchain so I think they are useful. For example they help in fertilizing the soil.

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What do you think is the best age to learn driving?

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how to answer this question: You should state your view on the best age to learn driving. In my country, one can learn to drive when they turn 18. I think this is the right age because at this age a person’s mind and body are fully developed to handle the complexties of driving a vehicle.

96
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Do you like cooking or baking?

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how to answer this question: You should specify whether you like cooking or baking more. I like baking because it gives me a lot of creative freedom.

97
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What do you like to bake?

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how to answer this question: You should mention your favourite thing to bake and what makes it your favourite. I love to bake cakes and cookies as I have a sweet tooth and it gives me a lot of satisfaction when I use my creativity to make tasty cakes.

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Have you ever baked for a special occasion?

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how to answer this question: You should mention any special occasion for which you may have baked something. Yes I have baked cakes for my friends and family many times on their birthdays.

99
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How do you learn new recipes?

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how to answer this question: You should focus on how you learn new recipes, and if you use any source. I like to search for cake recipes on the internet, make them from scratch and impress my friends and family with my yummy creations.

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How often do you go for a run?

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how to answer this question: You should mention how often you go for a run. I go for a run 2-3 times a week. I would like to run more often but sometimes it’s hard to keep up because of my busy schedule.

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Where do you usually go running?

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how to answer this question: You should mention your favourite place to go running and any reasons why you like it. I usually go to a park near my home for running. If the weather is bad, I run on a treadmill in the gym but I prefer to run outside where I can also enjoy the beautiful scenery and fresh air.

102
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Do you like the sound of your voice?

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how to answer this question: Here you should mention whether or not you like the sound of your voice and provide a valid reason. No, I do not like the sound of my voice. I feel it is too loud and nasal.

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Have you ever done any voice recordings?

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how to answer this question: You should mention any experiences you may have had with making voice recordings. I have not done voice recordings much. But I did do a lot of recordings when I was preparig for the IELTS exam

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Does anyone in your family have similar voice?

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how to answer this question: Here you should focus on mentioning whether any family member has a voice similar to yours. Yes, my brother’s voice is similar to mine.

105
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What languages do you speak?

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how to answer this question: You should mention all the languages that you speak. I speak Punjabi, Hindi and Englsih.

106
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When did you learn English?

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how to answer this question: Here you should mention the time when you started learning English. I started learning englsih when I was in 1st standard. Probaly I was around 5 years old at that time.

107
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Do you think English is difficult to learn?

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how to answer this question: Here you should mention whether you think learning English is hard and give a reason. I do not think any language is difficult to learn, it depends a lot on whether a person is keen to learn it or not.

108
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Do you like to live near water?

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how to answer this question: Here you should mention if you like to live near water and the reasons why. I would love to live near water because I love beaches. It’s just such a calming place for me.

109
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Are there any islands in your country?

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how to answer this question: You should mention whether there are any islands in your country and give an example. Yes, in India we have Andaman and Nicobar islands.

110
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Do you want to live on an island?

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how to answer this question: Here you should mention whether you would like to live on an island or not. Well, I would certainly love to try but whether I would want to stay their forever, will depend upon if I like the experience or not.

111
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What would you like to do if you go to any island?

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how to answer this question: You should focus on the activities that you would like to do if you ever visit an island. I would love to explore the beaches on the island and stay in a tree house.

112
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Do you drive often?

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how to answer this question: You should mention how often you drive. Yes I drive everyday for my classes or work.

113
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Do you think learning about science is beneficial for life?

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how to answer this question: You should start by mentioning if you think learning science is beneficial and then give a strong reason for your answer. Yes, I definitely think learning about science is extremely important in life. Science has transformed our lives and also helped us to find solutions to many problems faced by human beings. Also, it is helpful in solving existing challenges on earth or discovering how life started.

114
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When was the last time you went traveling?

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how to answer this question: Mention the time when you last went traveling, with any details if possible. Personal answer

115
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Do you like to travel by air?

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how to answer this question: You should mention whether you like to travel by air and provide a reason. Yes I would like to travel by air, but unfortunately I have not got the opportunity to travel by air yet.

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Do you keep plants at home?

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“how to answer this question: You should start by stating whether you have plants at home and provide details about it. Yes there are lots of plants at my home. I keep them in the mud pots. They look very beautiful and are soothing to