Describe an event you attended where you did not enjoy the music.
This test has appeared in 3 seasons
- Sep–Dec/2026
- May–Aug/2026
- Jan–Apr/2026
Reported by test takers Forecast only
Part 1
The examiner asks about you and two familiar topics. About 4–5 minutes.
Your home town
- Where is your home town? (Tell me more about that.)
- What do you like most about it? (Tell me more about that.)
- Has it changed much since you were a child? (Why is that?)
- Would you like to live there in the future? (Why is that?)
Food
- What kind of food do you eat most often? (Tell me more about that.)
- What is your favourite dish? (Tell me more about that.)
- Is there any food you didn't like as a child but enjoy now? (Why is that?)
- Do you think people in your country eat more healthily now than in the past? (Why is that?)
Feeling bored
- When do you usually feel bored? (Tell me more about that.)
- What do you do when you feel bored? (Tell me more about that.)
- Did you often feel bored when you were a child? (Why is that?)
- Do you think it is bad to feel bored sometimes? (Why is that?)
Part 2
One minute to prepare, then speak for one to two minutes.
Describe an event you attended where you did not enjoy the music.
You should say:
- what the event was
- when and where it took place
- what kind of music was played
and explain why you did not enjoy the music.
Follow-up question after your talk: Did other people at the event seem to feel the same way? / Would you go to that kind of event again?
Part 3
A broader, more abstract discussion of the Part 2 topic. About 4–5 minutes.
music at social events
- Can you explain why older and younger people often like different music?
- In general, what kinds of music are played at celebrations in your country?
- How would you compare the music people choose at home with the music played at public events?
the music around us every day
- Can you describe the effect background music has on customers in shops?
- What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of playing loud music in restaurants and cafés?
- Can you speculate on how technology will change the way people hear music every day?
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