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First set of questions, asked to almost all students

Q.1. May I know your full name? 

My full name is Kiranpreet Kaur Makkar. (Note: Full name means given name + middle name if any + surname. Mostly students will speak the name given in the passport, which may not have the surname. So, you must speak your full name in answer to this question)

Q.2. May I see your ID? 

Here is my passport. (Note: open the first page of the passport and show it to the examiner. You don’t need to say ‘Yes’)

Q.3. How may I address you? 

You may address me as Kiran. (Note 1: Here you may even speak your nickname. It just means that while asking the next questions, the examiner will call you by that name. Note 2: Many students start speaking their address here. Here, the word ‘address’ has been used as a verb, which means ‘call’. In other words, the question is - How may I call you?)  

Q.4. Where do you come from? 

I come from Phagwara. It is a small town between Jalandhar and Ludhiana.   

Home/Accommodation

Q.1. Do you live in a house or flat? Or What kind of housing/accommodation do you live in? 

I live in a house. It is a two storey brick house.

Q.2. What’s your favorite room in your home? 

My favorite room is my own room, because I’ve decorated it according to my taste.

Q.3. Who do you live with? 

I live with my parents and brother.

Q.4. How long have you lived there?

I have lived there since my birth.

Q.5. What do you usually do in your house/flat/room? 

I do many things in my house. I spend time with my parents, eat there, sleep there, Study there and entertaining guests in my house.

Q.6. Do you plan to move?

I plan to go abroad for higher education. Apart from that I do not plan to move.

Q.7.  Are you prepared to move? 

No, I am not prepared to move.

Q.8. Please describe it a little. 

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.  

Q.9. What have you done to your room to make it look nice?

I keep my room spic and span. The walls are painted light pink because it is my favorite color. There are floral curtains.  

Q.10. Which room does your family spend most of the time in?

My family spends most time in the living room. We have our meals there.  We watch TV together and also entertain informal guests in that room.  

Q.11. Do you plan to live there a long time? 

Presently I plan to go abroad for my studies. But, but I love my home and would like to come back there.

Q.12. Are the transport facilities to your home very good? 

Yes, the transport facilities to my house are very good. The bus service is ready frequent and the railway station is also very near.

Q.13. Would you like to move to another place to live? (Why/why not?) 

I plan to go abroad for my higher education. If I like it there, I might think of settling there. 

Mirrors

Q.1. How often do you look at yourself in the mirror everyday

I look at the mirror at least once a day when I go out for my work. Apart from that whenever I get a chance I flatter myself by looking at the mirror. I think if you are a confident person, looking at the mirror always boosts your confidence   

Q.2. Would you use Mirrors to decorate rooms? 

Yes I would like to use Mirrors to decorate the rooms. Mirrors add space to the room and also enhance the lighting effect. My interior decorator friend also recommended it for my study room recently.

Q.3. Have you ever bought mirrors? 

Yes, I bought a beautiful mirror when I went to Jodhpur last month, it has a nice wooden frame and a clear mirror to look at. It also has carving on the frame.

Q.4. Do you check yourself when you decide to buy a mirror? 

Yes, I check for any defects or flaws in the reflection, when buying a mirror. I also check for any physical damage, like cracks.  

Talent

Q.1. Do you have a talent, or something you are good at?

I think everyone is born with some talent or the other. I have a talent to embroider.

Q.2. Do you think your talent can be useful for your future work? Why?

Yes, my talent like any other talent can be used in time of need whether to earn a living or to pass my time productively.   

Q.3. Was it mastered recently or when you were young?

I was lucky to have discovered it in my school, where the nuns would teach us varied handcrafts like knitting, sewing, painting and embroidering

Q.4. Do you think anyone in your family has the same talent?

Yes, my mother and aunts have similar talents. In fact it’s from my mother that I learnt a lot of this craft.  

Books

Q.1. Do you often read books? When? 

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.

Q.2. Have you ever read a book that has been adapted into film? 

Yes, I have read many such novels. I think Harry Potter is the most famous among the ones that I have read.  

Q.3. Are your reading habits different than in the past?

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.

Q.4. What do you prefer reading books and watching movies? 

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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1. What is the IELTS exam?
Ans. The IELTS exam, also known as the International English Language Testing System, is a standardized test that measures the English language proficiency of non-native English speakers. It is widely recognized and accepted by universities, employers, and immigration authorities in English-speaking countries.
2. How is the IELTS exam structured?
Ans. The IELTS exam consists of four sections: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. The Listening and Speaking sections are the same for both the Academic and General Training modules, while the Reading and Writing sections differ. The Listening section lasts for approximately 30 minutes, the Reading section for 60 minutes, the Writing section for 60 minutes, and the Speaking section for 11-14 minutes.
3. What is the difference between the Academic and General Training modules of the IELTS exam?
Ans. The Academic module is suitable for those who wish to study at the undergraduate or postgraduate level in an English-speaking country. It assesses whether the test takers are ready to study or train in an environment where English is the language used for communication. On the other hand, the General Training module is designed for individuals who plan to undertake non-academic training or gain work experience, or for immigration purposes.
4. How is the IELTS exam scored?
Ans. The IELTS exam is scored on a nine-band scale, with each band representing a level of English proficiency. The overall band score is calculated by averaging the scores of the four sections. Each section is assigned a band score ranging from 0 to 9, and the overall band score is also reported as a whole or half band. The scores are valid for two years.
5. How can I prepare for the IELTS exam?
Ans. To prepare for the IELTS exam, it is recommended to familiarize yourself with the test format and practice with sample test papers. You can also enroll in IELTS preparation courses, hire a tutor, or use online resources such as practice tests and study materials. It is important to develop your English language skills in listening, reading, writing, and speaking to perform well in the exam.
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