Learning Languages, Travel, and Daily Life: A Glimpse into My World
Learning Languages
Can you describe an English lesson that you really enjoyed?
I really enjoyed an English lesson where we played Kahoot. It was a fun quiz game, and we answered questions together. It made learning exciting.
Tell me what you do to practise English outside the classroom.
To practise English outside the classroom, I watch movies and series in English. It helps me improve my listening skills and learn new vocabulary in a fun way.
What other languages apart from English would you like to learn?
Apart from English, I would like to learn French because it’s an official language in many countries. It would be useful for travel and business.
Travel
Can you describe a journey you make regularly?
I regularly drive to my English classes. The study centre is 12 kilometres from my home, so I make the trip by car every day. It’s part of my daily routine.
Have you ever travelled to other countries?
Yes, I have travelled to Ireland. I visited Dublin and explored the beautiful countryside. The people were friendly, and I enjoyed learning about Irish culture and history.
Tell me about a place you would like to visit.
I would like to visit Los Angeles. I’m really interested in Hollywood and would love to see the famous Walk of Fame and visit movie studios.
Things You Read
Can you describe something you have read that you really enjoyed?
I really enjoyed reading “The Walking Dead” by Robert Kirkman. The story’s intense drama, complex characters, and survival themes were captivating.
Do you prefer reading e-books or reading real books?
I prefer reading real books. They don’t strain my eyes, and I love the smell of the pages. It’s a more enjoyable and immersive experience for me.
What things can you do to improve your reading in English?
To improve your reading in English, you can read short and simple books, like “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” by William Shakespeare.
Holidays
What did you do on your last holiday?
On my last holiday, I visited Ireland. I visited Dublin and explored the beautiful countryside. The people were friendly, and I enjoyed learning about Irish culture and history.
Which would you prefer: one long holiday each year or a lot of short holidays?
I would prefer one long holiday each year. It gives me more time to relax, explore a destination deeply, and enjoy a break from daily routines.
Where would you like to go on holiday in the future?
In the future, I would like to go on holiday to Los Angeles. I’m really interested in Hollywood and would love to see the famous Walk of Fame and visit movie studios.
Friends
What do you like doing with your friends?
I like watching football with my friends, ordering pizza, and enjoying some beer. It’s a fun and social experience that I really enjoy.
Tell me how you met your best friend.
I met my best friend at church on the day of my First Communion. Since then, we have always been together.
When do you prefer to be with friends, and when do you prefer to be with your family?
I prefer to be with my friends on weekends and during social events because we have similar interests and hobbies. I prefer to be with my family during holidays and special occasions as it’s important to spend quality time together.
Your Family
Do you have a big family or do you have a small family?
I have a small family. It consists of my parents and one sibling. We enjoy spending quality time together and have a close-knit relationship.
Tell me about what your family did last weekend.
Last weekend, my family and I went to Ireland. We visited Dublin and explored the beautiful countryside. The people were friendly, and I enjoyed learning about Irish culture and history.
Do you spend more time with family or with friends?
I spend more time with friends because we have similar interests and hobbies. We watch football together, order pizza, and enjoy some beer. It’s a fun and social experience that I really enjoy.
Sports
Do you prefer to watch sports, or do you prefer to play sport?
I prefer to watch sports. It’s a great way to hang out with friends, watch football together, order pizza, and enjoy some beer. It’s a fun and social experience that I really enjoy.
Tell me about the last time you did some sport.
The last time I did some sport was yesterday at the gym. I work out every day, focusing on different exercises to stay fit. It’s a key part of my routine and helps me stay healthy.
What sports are popular in your country?
In Spain, the most popular sport is men’s football. Recently, we won the Euro Cup, which has increased the sport’s popularity even more.
Festivals and Celebrations
How do people celebrate birthdays in your country?
In my country, people celebrate birthdays with family and friends. They usually have a meal or dinner together, and guests often bring gifts for the person celebrating.
Can you describe a present someone gave you that you really liked?
A present I really liked was the sports almanac from “Back to the Future” that my friends gave me. It contains 50 years of sports results. It’s a unique and thoughtful gift that combines my love for sports and the movie.
Tell me about an important national holiday in your country.
An important national holiday in my country is Día de la Hispanidad. It celebrates Spanish-speaking cultures and commemorates Christopher Columbus’s arrival in the Americas. It’s a day for national pride and cultural events.
Informal and Formal Language
Nowadays, it could be argued that ___. Personally, I believe that this has some benefits as well as some drawbacks. This being said, what is really the case?
On the one hand, ___ has many positive points.
On the other hand, there are some detrimental features.
To sum up, although ___ has some advantages, the disadvantages should also be taken into account. Hopefully, by the year 2050 this issue will have been cleared up.
Informal
- Hi
- I’ve just gotten round to reading your email!
- I look forward to hearing from you.
- See you soon.
Formal
- Dear
- After having read your email.