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  "title": "001 - IELTS SPEAKING TEST 3.5",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good morning. Welcome to IBM IELTS Academy. This is the speaking section of the IELTS exam. The interview will take around 15 minutes. I will ask you some questions in three parts, okay? Examiner is Sarah Parker, and examiner number is 792021. Candidate is David Smith, and candidate number is 23589. May I see your ID card?\nCandidate: Here you are.\nExaminer: Thank you. Okay? Thank you. Go. So, what's your full name?\nCandidate: Uh, my name is, uh, my name is David, and my last name is, uh, Smith. Uh, I'm from, uh, Sweden, and, uh, uh, the, uh, I'm 27 years old.\nExaminer: Okay. Where are you from?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm from Sweden. Sweden.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Do you work or study?\nCandidate: Uh, I study for, uh, uh, I study, uh, English language, uh, for IELTS exam, and, uh, I like to, uh, immigrate, immigrate to another country.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Uh, okay. Do you have any job?\nCandidate: Uh, I used to work, uh, in a factory, and that is- that is, um, made- made, uh, uh, homemade furniture, um, but, uh, now I'm used to, uh, uh, I'm used to, uh, study foreign language.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Uh, did you treat your coworkers well?\nCandidate: Um, yes, um, um, the co-worker, um, that I, where I, um, where I used to work in that, in that place, and the co-worker is, um, well, uh, is good, and, uh, have, um, uh, and behave, uh, very well.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm, mm-hmm. What responsibilities did you have at work?\nCandidate: I have many responsibilities at work, and you can do- doing everything very well, and you can't break anything or... like this, just like this.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Are there good job opportunities in your country?\nCandidate: Yes, for all men, it's, uh, clear, and, uh, although, uh, the good job have a, uh, good salary and income for, uh, co-worker and, uh, for doing very well for co-worker and, uh, league.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. So, uh, I'll give you a cue card, and you have one minute to take note and think about it, then you should, er, talk around two minutes, okay? It's your cue card, and you can take notes here. Okay, time's up. Would you please give it? Okay, you can have it. Alright, now you may talk.\nCandidate: Uh, my best friend, uh, in my life, uh, is, uh, my neighbors. And, uh, and, uh, I have, uh, known with, uh, him in- at, uh, university. And, uh, I feel, uh, feel better, uh, with him because, uh, uh, when I'm depressed or angry, I go out with him. And, uh, I'd, uh, prefer to have a, uh, good time with him, uh, because, uh, he feel, uh, he feel me better, and, uh, help me to have a good time, and, uh, help me in some situation and condition, uh, and, uh... Um, we can- I can go out with him and, um, doing everything in their home, in his home, and, um, go out, um, go out to park or go shopping with him. Um... Um... I can buy anything with him and do some hobbies, like play computer games or play some hobbies like soccer and other things.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Do you want to have a few best friends or a lot of friends?\nCandidate: Uh, in my opinion, uh, I have a few friends who, uh, who- who are loyal and, uh, help you to in some situation or, um, doing- doing everything that you like is much better than, uh, you had it a lot of- you have it a lot of, uh, friends or people.\nExaminer: If you had a problem, would you go to your friends or family and why?\nCandidate: If I have a problem, uh, I prefer or, uh, I- I'd like to go- I'd like to stay with my families and, um, and, uh, have some solution for solving this- these problems and, uh, help- and, uh, some things for, uh, Um, uh, helping me in, uh, some difficulties, um, because, and, uh, there's, uh, in sometimes, sometimes, and, uh, friends, or friends, uh, can, uh, can, uh, help you in some situation.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: But not really that.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Do you think it's always better to talk to your friends about your problems?\nCandidate: Can you repeat again?\nExaminer: Yes. Do you think it's always better to talk to your friends about your problems?\nCandidate: Uh, I told you, I, um, in some situation, uh, uh, yes, but, uh, for always, uh, it's not good, because, uh, uh, it's, um, better to, uh, saying, uh, for some, uh, some people who can, uh, who have experience in that situation, and, uh, you can, uh, Um, you, uh, and you can have, uh, some result, uh, good result, uh, in this situation. Um, and, uh, so it's, uh, uh, so it's, uh, help you to have a good result or, uh, ben- benefits.\nExaminer: Is it necessary to have friends from other countries\nCandidate: Yes, it's, uh, necessary because, uh, uh, you can, uh, when you can have, uh, some goals or aims in, uh, in foreign country, uh, he or she or they, uh, can help you in some situation and, uh, you can, uh, some, uh, speaking or talking about your problems with him.\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you. That is the end of your speaking test.\nCandidate: Thank you.",
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  "title": "002 - IELTS Speaking Interview with subtitle (2023) | Is it Band  8 or 9?",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello and welcome to this practice exam conducted by British American Resource Center. My name is Maruf and I'm your practice examiner. These exam questions are designed to simulate the IELTS speaking test. At the beginning of the IELTS speaking test, you'll be required to provide your passport, but as this is a practice exam, you don't need to require any ID today. Now, in the first part of the test, I'm going to ask you some questions about yourself. For us, I'd like to ask you some questions about your family. Do you have a large or small family?\nCandidate: Well, I live in a small family with my mom and dad, so it's a nuclear family that I live in.\nExaminer: How much time do you spend with the members of your family?\nCandidate: Well, I do spend the most of time with my family members, except for mostly in the day times. But most times, it's the evenings, so after that, our works. The most times I spend is with my family.\nExaminer: What sort of things do you like to do together?\nCandidate: Uh, well, we have a rule in our house that the morning breakfast and the evening or the dinner, the two times meal, we do share together. And other than that, specifically in the weekends, we visit places or relatives.\nExaminer: Now, in this part, I'm going to give you a topic, and I'd like you to talk about it for one or two minutes. Before you talk, you will have one minute to think about what you are going to say, and you can make some notes if you wish. Here's the pencil and the paper. Gonna take some notes. Okay, thank you. You have one or two minutes for this, so don't worry if I stop you, I'll tell you when the time is up.\nCandidate: Well, specifically, I remember that in the sixth grade, I had a teacher, and he was our maths teacher. And before that, I can say that I didn't specifically like the subject maths because of numbers and all the calculations and complex formulas. But something changed when he started teaching us, and the way he taught us about the numbers, maths, and formulas, it just didn't seem like it was all difficult and something big as numbers and plus and minus. But it became something more fun for us to do. And specifically after that, it's, uh, the re- it's, I mean, specifically he's the reason now math is one of my favorite subjects, I can say that. And, uh, I see the most special thing about it was the way he taught us, the way his teaching skills, it made us, uh, exceptionally good in maths with numbers and all that. Because he- he just made us see, uh, think that numbers are everywhere in us. So, I think that's the best thing that our sir- our teacher taught us. Because a subject that we love, uh, the best thing we can do is find it in ourselves, or find it in our- around ourselves, every- in everyday life. It'll become more interesting to us. So, that was the reason he influenced me in this subject. And after that, specifically, he just, uh, made it more and more fun for us. And sooner or later, we just became more good at it. And till this day, I think most of the time when I am trying to create new ways to solve the maths in a shorter way or draw formulas in new, complicated ways, that I still think of him that, what would he do? So, that's the thing he just put in our minds. That's not every teacher or not everyone can do. It takes a certain person with certain qualities, I believe.\nExaminer: Great. Do you still meet your teacher?\nCandidate: Yes, briefly, sometimes, specifically on a few occasions, I do meet him. But, uh, I can see that in the past few months, not that much, but I would like to.\nExaminer: Do other people you know remember this teacher?\nCandidate: Yes, actually, my friends, most of our friends, when we were at sixth grade, back from two or three years back, we still remember him, so, yes, a lot of us still remember that teacher specifically.\nExaminer: Great. Can I have the pen and pencil?\nCandidate: Yes, sir.\nExaminer: Cue. We have been talking about a teacher who has influenced you in your education and now I would like to ask you some questions related to this. First, we'll look at the development in education. Has education in your country changed in the last 10 years?\nCandidate: In the past 10 years, I can say that the number of educated people, the person educated, or the education rate itself has obviously increased in a significant way, uh, in a significant amount. But other than that, the subject or the way we are educated, uh, education level system, they're still quite pretty much the same. But, yes, there's a development, huge development in the ways we used to do things in educations.\nExaminer: What changes do you think will happen in the future?\nCandidate: The way things are going now, there's a possibility that in future we will be able to see more subjects in higher education, which is specifically the reason we need more, uh, subjects, more varieties other than just the few major subjects. So, that's the possibility I see in the future. That, uh, more subjects would be wide open for us, and we'll be able to find new ways to study more specific and calculative way.\nExaminer: What changes would you recommend to improve the education system?\nCandidate: Well, I can specifically think of one reason or one way to improve it more, better than other- other than this, is the, from the 10th grade, specifically from the 10th grade, what we can see is the science or business studies or humanities, whichever part we take, we are just, uh, well, we have to take every single subject. It's not specifically a bad side, but it's a weakness, a small weakness in the system. Which can be improved if, uh, students get a more chance to see, then, uh, which subject they will thrive the most, which subject they can understand the most, or they can take the most. In that way, they don't need to understand or learn every single subject, but they can focus on one side, which they can actually pursue and make a great deal out of it.\nExaminer: Now, let's look at the national education system. What role do you think extracurricular activities play in education?\nCandidate: Specifically, I think that if we take education or our education certificates or our studies as the number one, and extracurricular activities, the way of Uh, sports, or any other combat sports, or whatever we say, playing chess, or anything, they- we take those numbers as the zero, then we can see that the number one itself has a great value. And the zero is only valued when it is put beside the number one. So it will increase the value of one to ten, hundred, and, uh, thousand. But, other than that, two separated, education is one, only one, but, other than that, the specifically extracurricular activities itself doesn't have any value. So they will have to go side by side. Because one thing leads to another, and specifically, the experience is much greater, higher, with extracurricular activities.\nExaminer: What is the role of this school in modern society?\nCandidate: Uh, the one big influence that I think the schools have in our modern society is that, uh, the base, the foundation of the children is formed in the schools. The base and foundation for everything, for, uh, adapting to new environment, for seeing the intelligence in that part. This is the base foundation schools provide for us, our children, in the modern society. It's a great deal of work.\nExaminer: Great. Thank you. This is the end of the speaking test. Thank you. Thank you very much. Good luck to you.",
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  "serial": 3,
  "title": "003 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 6.5 Mock Test | Kazakhstan Student 🇰🇿",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Right, so we are recording, so let's begin. So, good evening. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My name is Balnur Ongarbayeva. You can call me Balnur.\nExaminer: Thank you very much. Now, erm, let's get straight to part one. So, in part one of the IELTS speaking test, I will ask you some questions about yourself and your hometown. So, firstly, where is your hometown?\nCandidate: So I'm from the eastern part of Kazakhstan. I came from little city called Simei. It's a mountainous area and the nature is just perfect there. I've been growing there for, uh, I've been growing up for 17 years. Then I moved to Astana and yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, excellent. And can you describe your hometown?\nCandidate: So, my hometown is pretty small, it has around, like, 100,000, uh, like, citizens in it, and, uh, we are, like, literally a community, helping with each other, and I- I almost know every- each of them, surprisingly, and, uh, most of the time we go to mountains to have fun and just go to the lake and, uh, sunbathing in the summers.\nExaminer: Okay. And is your hometown a good place to live in?\nCandidate: Definitely. Uh, well, um, the climate is pretty, uh, harsh sometimes, but still there are lots of activities that you can do in summer and winter as well. As I said before, uh, the area that I grew up is mountainous, so in winter you can, like, slide and, uh, Do different activities like, uh, building snowmen and a lot of things. Uh, what about summer? We have lots of lakes and rivers, so, um, I would recommend to leave at least once, uh, when, uh, choosing the area in Kazakhstan.\nExaminer: Okay. And, um, what do you like most about your hometown?\nCandidate: Hmm. Mostly I think it is people, uh, which is, uh, which attracts me most, uh, because, uh, we are very close-knit community and, um, And so, uh, like, knowing every... each of them and celebrating different New Year... like, New Year's and, uh, celebrations, festivals is so much fun and, uh, you never feel alone when you have a lot of friends and relatives that are living all together in one, uh, place and having your best time.\nExaminer: Okay. And is there anything that you dislike about your hometown?\nCandidate: Hmm, it's pretty rural- rural area, so in terms of infrastructure, it's kind of bad because in order to buy some, um, technologically, uh, like, sophisticated things, you have to go outside the city and do your, for example, governmental works, uh, outside the city, so, yeah, like, But in- in terms of that, it can be a bit problematic.\nExaminer: Okay. And what can people do for fun in your hometown?\nCandidate: Hmm... I think, um... The museums would be the best variant. We have lots of museums, and, uh, a lot of writers, and, uh, the best minds of our country, uh, grew up in my city, which is, uh, extremely interesting, and you can even discover new places, uh, and the- the- even the house of the writers that they grew up, and, uh, there are lots of things to discover. Around the city and even educating yourself, er, visiting museums and art museums, um, etc.\nExaminer: Okay. And the final question for part one is, um, do you get, um, a lot of tourists, er, in your hometown?\nCandidate: Yeah, definitely. Uh, we have lots of tourists coming up every year, especially, uh, in summer it's peak season. Um, because at that time the, uh, weather is so nice and you can enjoy the lakes, mountains and, um, discover, uh, the museums that they are interested in. Um, so yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, excellent. Right, so we've come to the end of part one of the speaking test. We will now move over to part two. So, in part two of the test, I will give you a card, uh, with a topic on it, and, uh, you will have 60 seconds to make notes on that card, um, and then once your 60 seconds are over, I will tell you, and you will speak, uh, for one to two minutes. Uh, so I will send you the card on WhatsApp, is that okay?\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Okay, um... So, just let me know if you've received it.\nCandidate: Okay, I received it.\nExaminer: Okay, so I will just use my timer. Uh, do you have a pen and paper next to you?\nCandidate: Just preparing it, yeah, it's ready.\nExaminer: Okay, so, uh, shall I begin the timer?\nCandidate: Yeah, sure.\nExaminer: Okay, so, I'm starting. Okay, your one minute is now over, um, so I want you to stop, er, writing, and whenever you are ready, you will speak, um, and I will set a timer for two minutes, okay?\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: So you can go to start.\nCandidate: So, the memorable event that I visited is called Christmas Eve. I had a Christmas Eve party in Canada. We've, uh, gathered all, uh, with my friends and relatives. It was really valuable, uh, and, uh, Uh, first time experience for me, as I came from Muslim, uh, family, we don't really celebrate it, so experiencing that, the atmosphere of the Christmas, New Year, Eve, and, uh, like, singing the songs, watching the movies, playing games, was so much fun. Um, after taking all these activities, we've gathered on the table, um, had our wishes, and, uh, the- we- there were- there were lots of international students, and they've all prepared different types of meals, uh, and we got to try it all together. Then, we went to go to- we went to the cinema. We watched, uh, about a cartoon, which is related to Christmas Eve and, like, some kind of vibe to the New Year as well. And, uh, after the movie, we just, uh, went our- went our ways, uh, but before that, I- we had, uh, a little walk, um, and just enjoying the, um, nature and, uh, Just the beauty of Canada.\nExaminer: Okay. Alright, good. Um, so, um, you were talking about Christmas. Do they celebrate Christmas in your hometown?\nCandidate: Yeah, some people does, some people, uh, are against it, uh, due to religious, but, uh, with the, uh, with the recent years, it's becoming more popular, uh, even though, like, older people are against it, uh, some youngsters do celebrate it.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Right, we will now move over to part three of the speaking test, which is the final part. So, how important do you think celebrations are in society today?\nCandidate: I think it's pretty essential to build connections with your loved ones. When you're gathering and celebrating different, um, events, um, celebrations, you get to know them better and even connect, uh, connect with the people that you didn't even met, uh, and through that you can make a lot of connections. Especially with the, uh, relatives and friends who live, uh, far, uh, far away, I- that's a great excuse to, uh, just call them for celebrating the, um, like, celebration, celebrating the, uh, events. Uh, it's a great- also, it's a great excuse to, uh, give presents and, um, coming closer and, um, Getting to know them.\nExaminer: Okay. And, uh, do you think the celebrations are experienced differently, um, by different generations?\nCandidate: I think it has changed a lot, uh, in the last decades because, um, I think it's also due to the economic. Um, in the last few decades, it was, um... Oh, can I start again? Can you repeat the question? I forgot it.\nExaminer: Yes, of course. Um, do you think Celebricans are experienced differently, uh, by different generations?\nCandidate: Hmm, I think it saw a lot of, uh, changes over the periods, um, but I think the idea stays the same, and, uh, In my opinion, it hasn't changed a lot, but what changed the most is the decoration part. Uh, the new generation is more interested about generation, creating the, like, um, ambitious, uh, like, creating atmosphere of the event and, uh, like, taking aesthetic photos and all. But in the past, it was all just gathering and eating together. Nowadays it's more like, um, about organising it and creating a beautiful picture of the event that you're going to have.\nExaminer: Okay. And, uh, the final question, do you think people should get a day off from work, um, on their birthdays?\nCandidate: Yeah, in my opinion, that would be really great, because nobody wants to work or study on their birthdays. I think, uh, it should be excuse to, uh, go, uh, like, take a day off on their birthday. I think it should be even legalized, and looking at your passport, your- you have an opportunity just not to come work and chill, celebrate it, because I think for every person, it's a special event, the- the day you were born, and, uh, at that time, I think, Uh, everyone wants to, uh, meet their loved ones and celebrate it in the, uh, close-knit community that you love.\nExaminer: Okay. Excellent. Right. We've now come to the end of the test. Um, I will now stop the recording.",
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  "title": "004 - IELTS Speaking Band 9 Clear and Confident Answers (2023)",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Welcome to the speaking module of the IELTS speaking exam. My name is Mahmoud Maroufirouz, number 454687. And the candidate is Aman Septemomola. And your number is 356... Nine, eight, nine. This speaking has three parts, and I'm going to record this for the marking purpose, and I will give you instructions for each part. For part one, I will ask you a few questions, to get to know you better, and some questions on a general topic. So, how did you get to this exam?\nCandidate: Firstly, I would take around a 20-minute bus trip, and then afterwards, I would take a 5-minute auto-rickshaw straight to the IELTS institution itself. All around, it would take around 25 minutes.\nExaminer: Okay, let's talk about books. How often do you read books?\nCandidate: I often don't read a book, but whenever I do get a book that I really do indulge into, is I'd read the book for around five to ten minutes every day.\nExaminer: Where do you usually buy books?\nCandidate: Usually, I look at bookstores, especially around, like, my area, because in my area, there's lots of bookstores that provide lots of variety, especially if I'm looking for a certain type of book.\nExaminer: Which type of books do you like reading?\nCandidate: The books that I enjoy reading the most are books that provide some sort of motivation, such as 48 Laws of Power, and then another book, for example, is Rich Dad Poor Dad, which compares the life of a poor- poor person and a rich person.\nExaminer: Which type of books do you dislike?\nCandidate: I don't really dislike any sort of type of books, but if I were to say it would be, like, a step-by-step guide sort of book, especially, like, a cooking book, because I don't like following steps, especially if it were- if I was to make a certain dish, because I just like to eyeball everything, just make my own type of recipe.\nExaminer: What is the next book you plan to read?\nCandidate: A lot of my peers recommended me to get into the Harry Potter books because people say there's lots of differences, especially when watching the movie and then how it was depicted in the actual book itself.\nExaminer: Where is a good place to read a book?\nCandidate: Usually, whenever I do find time to read a book, I usually just try to go to a library because usually a library is a place where everyone is silent and everyone is minding their peace of mind. And, uh, another place would also be a park because I would like to feel the fresh air and just be comfortable.\nExaminer: How have reading books changed?\nCandidate: Um, nowadays with the advancement of, like, technology, people are now able to just find any sort of book that they're looking forward to reading in the interweb, whereas in the past, people had to go to, like, a library and just, um, borrow a book.\nExaminer: That is the end of part one. Now, we will continue for part two. I'm going to give you a topic and I would like you to talk about it for one or two minutes. Before you talk, you will have one minute to have your preparation. You can take some notes if you wish. This is your topic. You can take some notes. It's paper and it's a pencil. Please start now. Okay, your time is up. Would you like to start now?\nCandidate: Please. As a university student, I think it's very important for me to purchase a laptop because when going into university, there's lots of assignment and using a laptop can really help accomplishing those certain types of tasks. And when I do purchase a laptop, I do plan on buying one of the high-end type of laptops such as, uh, Apple MacBook Air because it is light and convenient as well as it does provide one of the high-end and latest chipset known as the AI Bionic chipset. Um... It- some may say it's an overkill processor, but I think it's, uh, I think it's perfect for me because I do intend on using it in the long run, as well as after my university life, I do intend on using it, as well as sometimes the, uh, laptop itself may provide either 500 gigabyte- gigabyte of space, or, if you want, one terabyte, and that's plenty of space for a student just like me. But when I do plan on buying the laptop, I don't plan on purchasing it in an online market, because in an online market, it's very easy to get scammed, because lots of sellers, they just wanna make a quick buck, and it's very easy to, um, scam the buyer itself. As well as, uh, if you do purchase a laptop online, they do tend to mark up the price by, like, 20 or 30%, whereas if you do go to a showroom, then, in an app- an actual Apple showroom, then they provide lots of student benefits, as well as warranty, refund, which is very important for a student like me, and if, uh, if the laptop does malfunction, then I can just easily return it and get the issues fixed. But if I don't plan on, like, if I don't plan on purchasing that sort of laptop, then I think a better alternative may be, uh, iPad itself because an iPad is convenient as well as it can fulfill all the day-to-day tasks that I need in accomplishing.\nExaminer: Okay, your two minutes is over. I'm going to stop there and I will take back your paper. Question. And now we will continue with part three. For part three, I will ask you some more questions related to the topic. Let's talk about choosing products. With so many choices these days, how do people decide what product to buy?\nCandidate: I think a perfect example of, um, choosing a product may be going through the interweb. For example, if you do go to an online store, then there's lots of recommendation. For example, a smartphone. Do look at, like, different stores. They provide different smartphone at different price points and what you may tend to use it for.\nExaminer: Yeah. How has technology helped customers to select the right product?\nCandidate: Um, like I said, when you do go into, like, an online store, there's lots of recommendation always popping up. For example, if you do click on a certain smartphone, then underneath that, there can be lots of recommendation of other smartphone in the same similar price range.\nExaminer: Is this technology always beneficial?\nCandidate: Um... I think in most cases it's beneficial because lots of people are trying to find the proper price range and usually in purchasing a smartphone, it can be a quite competitive gadget to buy. That's why I think it's quite important to look into other smartphone itself.\nExaminer: Will the ways people select goods in the future be different than today?\nCandidate: I think with the advancement of technology, I think there's gonna be definitely different methods of how to purchase, um, like, certain gadgets online. But, uh, in the near future, I don't think lots of things might change because right now, um, it's quite advanced in purchasing online.\nExaminer: Let's talk about saving money. What is good advice to give to individuals for saving their hard-earned money?\nCandidate: I think, um, a good advice is if the- if the thing that you're trying to purchase is relative to what you need, then I think it's important to actually save your money, whereas if it's just like a, for example, a showpiece or something to flex or to grab attention from your peers, then I don't think it's a product that you should be looking over to buying. Whereas if it's a product, like I said, that's important and can use in your daily need, then I think it's a good way to save and\nExaminer: How has saving money changed in the past several decades?\nCandidate: Um, leaving it home, whereas nowadays people are now more likely to investing it in a bank so that there's some sort of compound interest that they earn each month.\nExaminer: What are the causes of this change?\nCandidate: Uh, I would say because of the advancement of technology, it is easy for now people to understand where their money is\nExaminer: There's the end of part three. That concludes the speaking portion of the IELTS exam. Thank you very much.",
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  "title": "005 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 6.5 | Mock Test | Indian Student 🇮🇳",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay. Right. So just to let you know, uh, it is now recording. Um, so good evening. My name is Brick. Uh, could you tell me your name, please?\nCandidate: Sure. Good evening. My name is Nasir Ahmad.\nExaminer: Thank you. And what should I call you?\nCandidate: Uh, you can call me Nasir or you can call me by my nickname, Mad.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you, Nasir. Okay, now, in the first part of this task, I will ask you questions about yourself. So, let's talk about your daily routine. What is, um, your typical day like?\nCandidate: Uh, so, uh, my typical day is like this. I, being a teacher, uh, start my Day, uh, in the morning, I take some classes of the students online. Then, after that, I go for a walk. And, uh, after coming back from the walk, I, uh, take a bath. And after taking bath, I take my breakfast. After that, I get ready for my school. And, uh, my school lasted till 4 p.m., and after coming from my school, I, uh, go to my academy, where I teach, uh, for around three hours, and, uh, after coming back from, uh, My academy, I take some rest and, uh, then I go and play with my friends, usually play cricket. And after that, I, uh, come back and, uh, take my dinner. After taking dinner, I, uh, take one more class. of, uh, some students and, uh, it lasts for one hour and, uh, after taking that class, uh, I go to bed. This is my routine generally.\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you. And do you usually have the same routine every day?\nCandidate: Yes, generally, it is same, but sometimes, uh, mostly on weekends, it- it changes. Like, uh, on weekends, I have more leisure time. I go and play, uh, some sport in the ground, like I play cricket. So, I spare some time for- on the weekends, especially Sundays and Saturdays, for sports, for games, and, uh, on these two days, I don't eat that much.\nExaminer: Okay. And what parts of your daily routine do you enjoy the most?\nCandidate: I enjoy morning the most because, you know, after getting up from the sleep, I get up, I'm very fresh and, uh, it's always a new beginning. I go for a walk and I talk to my friends and we discuss while we are jogging and walking. We discuss each and everything about school, about our friendship, uh, we go nostalgic sometimes, think about the past, uh, talking too. Having that conversation, that deep conversation with my friends, uh, while we are doing exercise in the gym or jogging, that is the best part of my life. And I keep waiting for it every day.\nExaminer: Okay. And are you, uh, more productive in the day or the evening?\nCandidate: Uh, if it comes about, uh, like, writing any topic, be it an essay or article or a paragraph, I'm more productive in the night because when I'm working, I like to be in a peaceful and tranquil environment that when the ideas keep flowing into my mind, the, yeah, night is the No, more productive time for me.\nExaminer: Okay. And is there anything about your routine that you would like to change?\nCandidate: Yeah, absolutely, I would like my routine to change one way, like, uh, when I was in college, I had more time, uh, I'm a sports lover, but I would say I'm a cricket maniac. So, I want that time back in my schedule when I used to play almost one match every day. But nowadays, I can only play, uh, in the weekends. I don't have that much time. When I see my friends playing, and, uh, I see them uploading their, like, score, how much they scored, how much, how many wickets they took today, and, uh, everything, you know, It gives me this cra- craving to go back to past times and, uh, recall those past times back and play cricket every day. But this I cannot do today because of my packed schedule. So I want that time again. I want to change my schedule. And, uh, I want more leisure time for me to play school.\nExaminer: Okay, right, we've now come to the end of part one of the speaking test. We will now move over to part two, and in part two, I will give you a topic. Okay, so, erm, you will have 60 seconds to make notes about this topic, and then you will speak for one to two minutes. Okay? So, your 60 seconds starts now. Okay, so your one minute is now over. You will now speak anywhere between one and two minutes. Okay.\nCandidate: Shall I start?\nExaminer: Yes, you can start.\nCandidate: Okay. So, uh, some six months back, uh, I, along with my wife, went on a date. Actually, now she's my wife. At that time, she was my girlfriend. And, uh, it was our first date. We went to a restaurant and, uh, then we had a special meal called Afghani chicken. We were trying it for the first time, and, uh, my wife was with me, and, uh, it was very tasty, very sour, we had never tried it before, but this was for the first time we tried it, and it gave, like, it was really exquisite, very beautiful, seeing there was, it was kind of a candlelight, you know, at that time, and, uh, it gave that, uh, Special feeling. And, uh, it, uh, was very nice to have that meal. As I said, we had never tasted it before. And, uh, my wife being with me, alongside me, it gave it a special feel. And, uh, I felt very happy that my wife asked me to try that, uh, out. And, uh, I still crave- I still want to have that date again with my wife. Though she's my wife, we can go there. But it was some hundred kilometers from my house, so, uh, we went there since then. We have never been able to go that- to that restaurant again. But we still keep talking about that. I still keep discussing that. That's a very tasty and... Uh, if we get time to go to that restaurant again, we'll try that out again. So, that first date and my wife being with me, it made it very special at that time.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, so we'll now move on to part three of the IELTS speaking test. How have eating habits changed in your country over the last few years? Okay.\nCandidate: So, uh... Because of social media and, uh, globalization, the eating habits, not only eating- eating habits, but everything is changing rapidly in my country. And, uh, food habits, change in food habits is not an exception. So over the past, uh, couple of years, I have seen that. Most of the restaurants in our vicinity, they offer, like, they are serving, uh, foreign cuisines, like Italian pizza, American pizza, Afghani food, uh, Turkish food, and, uh, so many dishes which were, you know, unknown to the people of our country, but now, we see frequently people visiting the restaurants and eating those. Uh, tasting those different food from different country. And, uh, that demand for those, uh, So we see that the food habits of the people are changing. Here in my country, actually, uh, the staple food is rice and, uh, chapati, kind of a bread. But we see that, uh, the demand for that chapati and rice is decreasing day by day, and, uh, for, uh, the foreign cuisine, for the foreign food is increasing day by day, like pizzas and burgers and everything. So over the past years, I can see, uh, It has, uh, impacted the internet, social media, and globalization, have impacted a lot, uh, the...\nExaminer: Okay. Okay. And do you think people today, uh, eat healthier food than in the past?\nCandidate: Uh... People in today's world, uh, eat food, uh, which is mostly junk. It contains a lot of sugar, but it doesn't contain that much, no, nutrition in it, like protein, calcium, vitamins, minerals, and everything. So people are taking junk food mostly, uh, which is affecting their, which is one of the reasons that why the health of the people in modern days is deteriorating every passing day.\nExaminer: Okay. And, um, how do you think governments, uh, can encourage people to eat healthier?\nCandidate: Yes. Uh, governments should test each and every potato that is, uh, served in the market, in the shop. Like, uh, uh, here in India, if I talk about, uh, the food certificate, like FSS, AI certificate is provided to a food, uh, The government has to test eating everything. Like, most of the small shops, they provide food which is not healthy. And, uh, when a person falls ill, then government take- comes into action and checks what food that person has eaten. And, uh, actually mistaken, again, it's that, uh, that, uh, small hotel. But, I think, government has to provide the- government has to be more active and take every food that comes to the market. This is how they can, like, help people, uh, to eat healthy food. And apart from that, government has to, like, encourage to mass campaigns. about, uh, what actually nutritious food is, what are the hazards of junk food. This is how government can help people to eat, uh, money.\nExaminer: Uh, and do you think eating together as a family is important?\nCandidate: Yes, absolutely. Eating together as a family is very important. In fact, uh, in this, uh, busy world, in the busy world, uh, eating at one table in the dinner, uh, late in the evening is the only time when all the family members of the family come together and sit at one table, and apart from eating, they discuss everything that happened today, that- on that particular day to them.\nExaminer: Right, okay. And how do you think globalization has affected, uh, food choices in your country?\nCandidate: Globalization has had, uh, I can say it's a double-edged sword. But overall, I can say, uh, it has impacted adversely if I talk about the food habits of the people. So, uh, because of the cultural degradation, because of the westernization, people are preferring more western food and more foreign food, and, uh, they are leaving their own staple food. And that has, in fact, uh, caused what we can call a generation gap also. Like, this is, hmm...\nExaminer: Okay, we will stop the test there. We've now come to the end of the test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 6,
  "title": "006 - IELTS Speaking Test Band Score 5. 2022",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good morning.\nCandidate: Good morning.\nExaminer: Welcome to IBM IELTS Academy. This is the speaking section of the IELTS exam. The interview will take around 15 minutes and I'll ask you some questions in three parts.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Examiner Sarah Parker and examiner number is 792021. Candidate is Abbas Khorbani. Candidate number is 609589. What's your full name?\nCandidate: My name is Abbas Gurbani.\nExaminer: May I see your ID card?\nCandidate: Yeah, here you are.\nExaminer: Thank you. Okay. Thank you.\nCandidate: There you go.\nExaminer: Where are you from?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm from Iran. It's a large country and, uh, I think it's the most beautiful country in the world.\nExaminer: Do you work or study?\nCandidate: Uh, I graduated in, uh, Master Business Administration and, uh, I have my own company now.\nExaminer: Uh-huh. Where did you go on your last vacation?\nCandidate: Um, a few weeks ago, I, uh, traveled to Germany and I stayed for three weeks.\nExaminer: Uh-huh. Do you want to go back there again?\nCandidate: Uh, yeah, um, I think Germany is a beautiful country and I like their people.\nExaminer: Uh-huh. What kind of tourist attractions do you usually like?\nCandidate: Uh, I like, uh, traditional buildings. Uh, when I, uh, travel to a country, I always, uh, go around and, uh, see, uh, traditional buildings in the city.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Which country is on your future destination list?\nCandidate: Uh, I really like to travel to French.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Can you explain more?\nCandidate: Um, yeah, French, um, have some, uh, attraction things for me, uh, for example, um, their peoples, their, um, cities, and all of the things.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Has a foreign traveler ever stayed at your home?\nCandidate: Yeah, I have a big home, uh, and, uh, with three, uh, separate rooms. Uh, I, uh, registered in, uh, Codesurfing- Codesurfing app, and, um, I have a guest, um, three weeks ago.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. I'll give you a cue card. You have one minute to take note and think about it, and then you may talk around two minutes. Is that clear?\nCandidate: Yeah, okay.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Here you go. And... Thank you. Okay. Time's up, now you may talk.\nCandidate: Okay. Um... I have a company and I am a workaholic man. A few weeks ago, I considered that, um, I understand that I am, um, I- I spend my time in social medias like Instagram four or five hours a day. And then I, uh, studied a book. Its name was Deep Work. Uh, in this book, uh, an- an author said, uh, you should focus on your work and you should work deeply. Um, I think, uh, that times I spent, um, a lot in social medias like Instagram. Uh, I, um, uninstalled my application and, um, it- that was a hard decision that time. Um, I, um... After that, I had some free times for studying, uh, for listening to podcasts, and, um, it is, um, very, uh, really, um, cool for me. And, uh, after that, um, in my work, I, uh, understand that, um, I see some, um, developments in my work, And, um, now I'm really happy for this decision.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think change is good?\nCandidate: Mm, yeah, absolutely. Um, peop- um, our, um, we are human, and, uh, we should, uh, la- uh, be like a river.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: And we should change, uh, in our minds, in our health, and other things.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. So, do you think we should change just our mind?\nCandidate: Uh, no, in our body, in our, uh, way of thinking, and everything else, I think.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. What are the main changes that happen to people throughout their lives?\nCandidate: Um, one of the things that's, uh, really important, and, um, people, um, always, um, consider that, uh, is marriage, for example.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Uh, when something, um, going to, uh, wedding, uh, and, um, become a marriage people, uh, their lives, uh...\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Come to some, um, change.\nExaminer: Okay, so you think that marriage is the most important change, yeah?\nCandidate: Yeah, I think.\nExaminer: Is your country changing rapidly?\nCandidate: Yeah, I'm from Iran, I come from Iran, and, um, in our economy, in our culture, and, Uh, everything, every daily thing we, uh, see, um, rapidly changing, uh, and it's really difficult for the people who live in Iran.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. And can you explain more what kind of changes?\nCandidate: Uh, for example, the cost of the, um, things, for example, uh, the, um, cultural, and, um, some laws, uh, that governments, um, sh- um, should, um...\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: And the people, uh, the go- that, uh, laws that people should, uh, obey, and some like that.\nExaminer: Um, how has the change in technology changed people's lives?\nCandidate: Uh, I think growing in technology always, um, is important for people. For example, we, uh, when we saw the world before internet, and before, um, cell phones, and after that, we, uh, understand, uh, the importance of, uh, um, technology in our today lives. For example, I think, um, some- something like data sciences and, uh, some, um, robotics, um, will grow our future lives.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Why do old people not accept change?\nCandidate: Um, so I think, um, When we grow up and when we, um, see, for example, 40 or 50 years old, um, when we- we want to, uh, do some changes in our lives, uh, we have not, um, enough energy, uh, we can't start from scratch. Uh, and, uh, it's really, uh, hard to, uh, old people to, um, accept, uh, I should, um, start from the zero and, uh, I, uh, should, um, study, I should, uh, know something new and, uh, something like that.\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you. That is the end of your speaking test.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Well, thank you.",
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  "serial": 7,
  "title": "007 - 2023 IELTS Speaking test band score 4 | Nervous candidate",
  "transcription": "Examiner: This is the speaking test of the International English Language Testing System, taking place on Thursday, the 16th of March, at British American Resource Center. The candidate is Amir Hossein. The candidate number is 050-11234. The examiner is Muhammad Marufiroz. The examiner number is 2345890. Good afternoon.\nCandidate: Good afternoon.\nExaminer: What is your full name, please?\nCandidate: My full name is Amir Hassan Shajib. Please just call me by my nickname, Shajib.\nExaminer: Great. Now, in the first part, I would like to ask you some questions about yourself. What do you like to eat in your dinner?\nCandidate: I usually eat in dinner, uh, rice and, uh, some curries, uh, the curries is, uh, chicken, um, beef, and mutton, and, uh, the vegetables sometimes I take. And, uh, I- I usually try to, uh, vegetable, uh, vegetable taking dinner. And, uh, after taking dinner, I always try to, uh, some, take a dessert.\nExaminer: Do you drink a lot of water every day?\nCandidate: Um, every day I try to, uh, drink- drink water, water, uh, about, uh, three to four liters, um, because it is very essential for us. Um, uh, if, uh, we, uh, we, if, uh, if, uh, we take, uh, water, um, uh, not enough, uh, it's, uh, our, it's, uh, it suffer from, our body suffer from, uh, dehydrated.\nExaminer: Do you prefer drinking tea or coffee?\nCandidate: Of course, tea. Tea is, uh, I- I could not imagine a day without tea. Uh, in my daily routine, I always try to take tea. When I'm- when I'm taking tea, after taking tea, I'm feeling energetic, and then I do my job better.\nExaminer: Why not coffee?\nCandidate: Uh, coffee is, uh, tastes not preferable for me, because it- it's very...\nExaminer: If people visit you in your home, what do you usually offer them to drink?\nCandidate: If any visitor comes to my home, uh, firstly, I offer them a cup of tea. And, uh, because, uh, I have a different type of tea, it is, uh, such as, uh, ginger- ginger tea, uh, green tea, and black tea. And, uh, that reason they have plenty choice.\nExaminer: Thank you. This is the end of part one. Now I'm going to give you a topic and I'd like you to talk about it for one or two minutes. Before you talk, you will have one minute to think about it. And, um, you can make some note if you wish. Here's the paper and the pencil. You can take notes if you wish. Thank you. Remember you have one minute, so within a minute you can take your preparation. Your time begins from now.\nCandidate: I'd like to talking about a monument, uh, which is... Which is very, uh, which is very, uh, which is I like most. There are many, uh, many, many types of, uh, monuments in, uh, in Bangladesh, uh, such as the Lal, uh, Lalbagh Fort, Shadgombuj, uh, Mox, Moscow, and, uh, National Museum, and, uh, the National Parliament, et cetera. However, I, uh, uh, among this, I, uh, like to talking about the national parliament. Uh, it is, uh, it is in the, uh, capital city of, uh, Dhaka. It, uh, designed by Louis Kahn, uh, who is, uh, famous designer, designer of, uh, all over the world. And he is the, uh, American citizen. The National Parliament constructed, uh, was constructed be- uh, between most probably 1961 to 1984. Uh, and, uh, um, it's a masterpiece of, uh, masterpiece of modern, and, uh, it is, uh, although, uh, it's, uh, everyone, the general citizen not entered, uh, this, uh, this parliament, because it restricted area. Uh, the Parliament...\nExaminer: Thank you, Shajib. Your time is up. Thank you very much. Uh, would you please give me the paper and the pencil? Thank you. Now, I would like to start the part three. And I'm going to ask you some questions, followed by the cue card. What kinds of monuments do tourists in your country enjoy visiting?\nCandidate: There are, uh, many, uh, kinds of monuments, uh, monuments, uh, which tourists will excited- excited to see. And, uh, include, uh, the, uh, the, uh, monumental, um, historic- historic type, mox type, and, uh, minars, etc. From abroad, every year, many tourists come to my country to see these monuments. And they know about our culture and tradition.\nExaminer: Why do you think there are often statues of famous people in public places?\nCandidate: Uh, in our country have, uh, many famous people, they, uh, in, I saw, uh, I saw a statue of, uh, of Qazi Nazrul Islam, which is our, uh, who is our national poet. Uh, he, uh, written our, uh, that is, uh, .\nExaminer: Do you agree that all monuments and buildings should always be preserved?\nCandidate: I agree this because monuments is, uh, carries our tradition and culture. Um, especially, uh, the monuments and, uh, culture preserved for the new generation because, um, by, uh, through this, they know about our, uh, culture and tradition, and go- go- government, uh, should take a necessary step, uh, to preserve it- it- them.\nExaminer: Thank you very much. This is the end of the speaking test. Thank you.",
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  "serial": 8,
  "title": "008 - IELTS SPEAKING TEST BAND SCORE 6.5  (2022)",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello, good afternoon. This is the speaking section of the IELTS exam. The interview will take about 15 minutes. I will ask you some questions in three parts, okay?\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Examiner is Sarah Parker, and examiner number is 792021. Candidate is Johanna Gufford, and the candidate's number is 23589. May I see your ID card?\nCandidate: Yes, here you are.\nExaminer: Thank you. Okay?\nCandidate: Thanks.\nExaminer: So, can you tell me where are you from?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm from Germany, Frankfurt.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Do you work or study?\nCandidate: Uh, actually, right now, I'm self-employed. I'm working in global markets, and, uh, I analyze the markets around the world.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Do you like going to street markets?\nCandidate: Actually, no, it's not my type to go to street markets. I like to be in malls and luxurious markets.\nExaminer: What kind of things do you buy at street markets?\nCandidate: Um, if I wanna go to a street market, actually, I prefer to buy, uh, handicrafts, uh, about, uh, I don't know, that city, that's, uh, that city is famous for. Uh, so, yeah, handicraft is my choice. Okay.\nExaminer: Would you like to go to a street market in another country?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, uh, I, uh, if I wanna go to, uh, another country, uh, for example, India, I love to go to, um, its, uh, street market, because they are so, uh, colorful and, uh, and their handicrafts are so, uh, local and so, uh, unique. And I, uh, wanted to be there.\nExaminer: Very good. Are street markets popular in your country?\nCandidate: No, actually, it's not. In my country, my country has a lot of malls, beautiful malls, and designer markets, design markets, and, actually, brand markets in my town, actually, in Frankfurt.\nExaminer: Let's talk about celebrities. Who is your favorite celebrity?\nCandidate: Uh, my favorite celebrity is Taylor Swift, American singer and songwriter. I've, um, I've wa- I've followed her from 18, and I'm so obsessed with her, cause her, uh, uh, creativity in, uh, write lyrics and songs.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Uh, would you like to be a celebrity in the future?\nCandidate: Uh, hmm, actually, if I be honest, no, cause I'm so scared of, uh, be, um, famous or reputa- for reputation, and, uh, I think reputation maybe change me, and I don't like it at all.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm, okay. So, now I'll give you a piece of paper, and you have time to think about this question around one minute. After that, you should talk around two minutes. Okay, is that clear?\nCandidate: Yeah, yeah. So, here you are. Thank you so much.\nExaminer: Thank you. And this is the question. Okay, alright, thank you very much, now I may talk.\nCandidate: Uh, okay, uh, I have, uh, um, Thomas is a friend of mine. Uh, he's so cheerful, and he's so kind, and, uh, we have a lot of things in common, actually. Uh, we've, uh, met each other, uh, when, uh, we went to university, and, uh, he was my classmate. And, um, I... I think, uh, he is so unique and he is, uh, he is so, um, thoughtful and, uh, he has a lot of wisdom and, uh, it's a lot of fun that, uh, going out with him and, uh, we all be, Sometimes, I go to cafe and, uh, talk about cinema, movies, and, uh, philosophy, um, and something like that. And, uh, we have- I'm so enjoy, uh, to, uh, spend time, uh, to him. Uh, yes, he's my best friend now, and, uh, he is the reason that I'm like to the cinema. I'm like to be a filmmaker in the future.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Very good. What types of people interact easily with each other?\nCandidate: I think in this world, uh, in modern world, actually, the narrow-minded people, uh, it's so hard to get along with other people. You know, uh, because they have own ideas, uh, and, uh, have, like, they are so dogma- dogmatic person, and it's not works, uh, in our, uh, modern world.\nExaminer: Okay, and what type of people interact easily with others?\nCandidate: I think easy-going people, easy-going people, uh, and, uh, not non-wisdom people, or, uh, easy-going, uh, I mean that, uh, go along with everything, not, uh, so, uh, There is no big deal with everything. And, um, yes, they are so, uh, um, live at moments, actually, and, uh, live at moments, and they are so, uh, mmm, happier than other people.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Do people now have enough time for communication?\nCandidate: Uh, after, um, coronavirus pandemic, I think, uh, the communication, uh, lost, uh, his meaning, actually. It's, um, it's, uh, close to, uh, the social media and, uh, just, uh, we just, uh, saw and, Um, meet each other in, uh, social media for, uh, in Instagram. And, uh, so, I think, uh, in this, um, pandemic, uh, communication is so harder than before.\nExaminer: Does technology make it easier to communicate with family and friends?\nCandidate: Um, can you, uh, re- reread your question for me? Yeah.\nExaminer: Does technology make it easier to communicate with family and friends?\nCandidate: Uh, yes. For example, uh, for the students all around the world that's far from their family, uh, it's so easier to connect with their family and friends, and it's so good. Uh, and, yes, technology, it's, uh, uh, help, Uh, people.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Right now. Okay. Let's talk about, uh, medicine. Do you think that medicine should be free?\nCandidate: Um, I think it should. It should be free for, uh, every single person in- that living in those- in this world.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Uh, and as a, um, as a, Um, I don't know. Uh, as a human being, we should, uh, the government, uh, has to, uh, prepare the good, uh, situation for free, uh, medicine. For all the people, students, I don't know, worker, and all the people in the community. And it's so important.\nExaminer: How can people improve their health?\nCandidate: Um, I think mental health is so, uh, important these days. And, uh, first of all, they should care about, uh, their mental health. And, uh, when improve them and mental issues, uh, they should, uh, go along with another people and then, um, Okay.\nExaminer: Uh, do you think that in the future there, uh, there will be fewer disease?\nCandidate: In the future, I don't know, uh, I- I don't think so. The fewer diseases, uh, must be have, uh, must- must we have in the future. But I think, uh, solution of, uh, heal- healing is, uh, much better than these days. And, uh, mm, and I think, uh, educational people and, uh, medicine is so, uh, expanded in the future.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. Thank you very much. Thank you. This is the end of your speaking test.",
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  "title": "009 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 4.5 Mock Test | Kazakhstan Student 🇰🇿",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good evening, my name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Yes, sure. Uh, my full name is Aristan, and you can call me Aristan, too.\nExaminer: Aristan, okay. Thank you, Aristan. Right, now, in the first part of the test, I will ask you questions about yourself. So, uh, where are you from?\nCandidate: I'm from Kazakhstan. It's a, uh, middle country of the Asia, and it's, um, uh, really, uh, beautiful and the largest country, and I'm, uh, uh, so, uh, I'm a big fan of my country, I can say.\nExaminer: Okay, that's good. Right, and, uh, where is your hometown?\nCandidate: Uh, my hometown located in the north Kazakhstan. I was born in, uh, Kostanay. Kostanay, it's, uh, uh, small, uh, however, it's a cozy town, uh, and, uh, it's, uh, really comfortable for living.\nExaminer: Okay, and, uh, what do you like, uh, most about your hometown?\nCandidate: Uh... The most- the most, uh, benefit of my town, eh, with- is so, uh, clean city, and we don't have, uh, uh, rush air, like, in a big city, uh, and, uh, also, I had, uh, a lot of friends, uh, from my, uh, city, And, uh, so, uh, it means, uh, that, uh, it's so, uh, comfortable, and you can just, uh, relax, uh, and, uh, enjoy if you live in, uh, Kostanaj.\nExaminer: Okay. And, uh, has your town, um, has your hometown changed over the last few years?\nCandidate: Yes, definitely. Uh, unfortunately, I have been living for Moscow for, uh, recent four years, uh, uh, and, uh, I don't have opportunity to, uh, come- to come, uh, to my, uh, town, uh, very soon. Uh, however, I know that, uh, my town is changing. And, uh, it's, uh, really, uh, incredible, uh, for membership, uh, who are living in, uh, uh, my town.\nExaminer: Okay. And are there any special places in your hometown that visitors should see?\nCandidate: Hmm... I don't know any special places, uh, however, uh, we have a lot of parks where you can, uh, walking and, uh, enjoy, uh, so, uh, you- we have also, uh, Several types of shops, big shops, I mean, and you can also visit and buy something, for example, traditional Catholic food or maybe some souvenirs too.\nExaminer: Okay, now let's move on and talk about accommodation. Do you live in a house or an apartment?\nCandidate: Uh, no, uh, now I've been living in a apartment. It's a small, uh, but, uh, really cozy apartment for me. I have, uh, two rooms, uh, and, uh, it's, uh, enough for me, it, uh, in this moment.\nExaminer: Okay, and what do you like most about your home?\nCandidate: Uh, I think it's location, because near from me is not far. Uh, I can go to the subway, and it's so comfortable for me, because I can go to my work and university very swift. It's a really incredible opportunity for me. Uh, and, uh, also, I'm a big fan of nature, and, uh, I have, uh, a park, a big park, uh, in- is not so far from me, uh, so when I have, uh, free time, especially after busy day, I can go to the park and just relax.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, is there anything, uh, you would like to change about your accommodation?\nCandidate: Mmm, definitely no, because, uh, everything is, uh, everything is really cool for me, uh, so I, uh, love my accommodation and, uh, I don't want to change something.\nExaminer: Okay, and, uh, do you prefer living in a house or an apartment?\nCandidate: Uh, it's some challenging question for me, because in my childhood I lived in a house, after this we moved with my family to apartment, and now I live in apartment too. Uh, so I think it will be suitable for me in, uh, uh, future when I became older, uh, so it will be cool for me. However, now I prefer to living in apartment.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic and I would like you to speak about that topic for one to two minutes. But, um, before you speak, I will give you 60 seconds to prepare and make notes. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes. Yes. Sure.\nExaminer: Okay. So, I will share this, uh, topic for you on the screen. Can you see?\nCandidate: Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, I see, I see your screen.\nExaminer: Okay, excellent. So, you have 60 seconds, uh, to make notes, and I will start the timer now.\nCandidate: Okay, thank you.\nExaminer: Okay, so your one minute is now over, and you can speak.\nCandidate: Mm-hmm. Uh, today I'm going to tell you about a, uh, event, uh, a holiday, uh, uh, which I was so, uh, happy about it. And, uh, I would like to start, uh, with, uh, uh, what is, uh, was, uh, Uh, I have- I had a vacation on my work, and I, with my girlfriend, comes to Abu Dhabi, it's the capital of, uh, uh, Arabic Emirates, and, uh, uh, we, uh, spend cool time, um, Um, we, um, visited- we were visited some kinds of, uh, historical and important places, like, uh, a few museums, like, uh, Abu Dhabi Louver, and it was really incredible for me. Uh, to meet with other culture. Uh, and at the same time, uh, we, uh, swimming a lot in the ocean. Uh, I, um, so I'm so excited to, uh, swimming, uh, on the November because in my city it's so cold, uh, in this time, uh, and it was a really great benefit, uh, for me. Uh, so, I, uh, I think that, uh, it was so, uh, amazing trip and holiday for me, uh, because I, uh, have, I... Was so busy, uh, in, uh, recent time. It's, uh, it's, uh, and it's, uh, uh, great, uh, benefit for me to just relax and, uh, to see, uh, new, uh, and, uh, meet with a new culture for me, especially with my girlfriend. That's all.\nExaminer: Okay. Okay, um, so you, uh, spoke about, um, Abu Dhabi just then, and have you been there before?\nCandidate: Uh, no, no, no, I... I don't have... I- I- I don't been in... I- I've not been in Abu Dhabi before. It was my first time when I came to, uh, Abu Dhabi.\nExaminer: Okay, so let's talk about holidays in a bit more detail. So, how important is it for people to take holidays from work?\nCandidate: Uh, in my view, it's so essential for people to have a holiday, because it's a great opportunity for everyone to relax and, uh, just to, um, Hmm, to, um, spend more time with, uh, uh, closest member of- closest people like, uh, friends or family. And, uh, in my front of view, it's so crucial to, uh, have a break, uh, and, uh, some vacation or holiday, uh, uh, in the... after the, uh, busy days.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you prefer to go on holiday on your own or with your friends and family?\nCandidate: Uh, the first thing that springs to my mind, it's, uh, with friends, uh, it's definitely with friends because, uh, uh, sometimes, uh, when I spend my holiday, uh, by myself, uh, I feel boring and it's not Comfortable for me. Uh, so I prefer to, uh, bring my friends or girlfriend, uh, to, with me, uh, to some, uh, special events, uh, or, uh, maybe holiday, especially in other country.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think holidays are more important for young people or older people?\nCandidate: I think the same, because, uh, uh, occasionally, uh, the young people is so tired, and, uh, we just need to relax. I can say that I am a, uh, young, uh, person too. Uh, so, it's, um, really, uh, crucial for young generation. However, the, uh, other generation is important too, uh, because, uh, they have, uh, kids, uh, and, uh, some, uh, important daily routines, which they need to do. And, uh, it's, uh, I think holiday is, uh, for everyone, for older people and young too.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you prefer, um, going on holiday in your own country or do you prefer going on holiday abroad?\nCandidate: Uh... Personally for me, I think I prefer to, uh, go to abroad because it's a unique opportunity to meet with, uh, other- other culture, like I said before, and, uh, I, uh, am so excited to discover for me, uh, new things. It's so important for me. Uh, however, uh, in, uh, last summer, I was, uh, in my country, uh, in Kazakhstan, and, um, I, uh, visited, uh, uh, so many, uh, incredible places, uh, like, uh, lakes, uh, and, uh, mountains, too, uh, so, uh, I think people need to mix and, uh, I- I- I realized that I need to also to do some mix with, uh, um, holiday in abroad and, uh, uh, holiday in your own country.\nExaminer: Okay. And should employees, uh, be... sorry, should the employers be required to give their employees more holiday time?\nCandidate: Hmm, I think it depends on situation and depends on some other profession, uh, especially for me, I think yes, I think yes, because Uh, when you work, uh, uh, five days in a week, uh, it, personally for me, it's too much. And, uh, I think it's, uh, really, uh, useful to get, uh, by employees some, uh, more, uh, freedom.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Right, we've now come to the end of the speaking test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "title": "010 - IELTS SPEAKING TEST 6.5",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good morning.\nCandidate: Hi, thank you.\nExaminer: Welcome to IBM IELTS Academy. This is the speaking section of the IELTS exam. The interview will take about 15 minutes, and I will ask you some questions in three parts. Is that okay?\nCandidate: Sure.\nExaminer: Examiner is Sarah Parker, and examiner number is 792021. Candidate is Parsa Sadaryan, and candidate number is 23589. May I see your ID card?\nCandidate: Of course. Here you are.\nExaminer: Thank you. Okay, that's very much true.\nCandidate: Thanks.\nExaminer: What's your full name?\nCandidate: I'm Parsa Saadaryan, uh, and I'm currently studying, uh, computer engineering at, uh, Isfahan University of Technology.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you have a healthy diet?\nCandidate: Um, almost I can say I have a healthy diet. I try not to eat, uh, so much junk food and, you know, um, too much, uh, fat and, you know, I- I try to read articles online, uh, about how to, you know, have a healthy diet, how to manage to control my weight and stay in shape, uh, all the time.\nExaminer: Do you like to enjoy your food at home or eating out?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm more comfortable, um, enjoying my food at, you know, at my own room and, you know, my privacy, my safe zone. Um, I'd rather to, you know, stay home all the time, eat my food, you know, uh, with no rush or any, you know, stress or anxiety.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Do you like ordering food delivery?\nCandidate: Um, since I've mentioned, I try to, you know, um, eat my food in my own room as much as possible, so, yeah, I- I'd rather stay home and, you know, order my food.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Do you eat differently now than when you were little?\nCandidate: Um, no, I don't think I- I'm doing it right now. Uh, I almost kept- I've kept the same routine, uh, as my childhood until now, and I will- doing that, I will be doing that, um, forever, I think.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Do you have a lot of friends?\nCandidate: Um, I don't have a lot of friends, but, uh, my close friends are, you know, the ones who always, uh, support me and, uh, they got my back all the time. So, I don't need a lot of friends as long as they, you know, stay- stay with me for, you know, all the time, you know.\nExaminer: Okay. Uh, with whom would you like to be friends and why?\nCandidate: Um, with no particular person, I just, uh, you know, walk in, meet people, and we get to know each other, so, then I choose, um, whether I want to be friends with that person or not.\nExaminer: Okay. So... Now, I will give you a cue card. You have one minute to think about it and take note, and after that, you should talk about around two minutes. Is that okay?\nCandidate: Yeah, of course, I'll try.\nExaminer: All right. This is the question, and this is where you can take note. Okay, here.\nCandidate: Thanks.\nExaminer: Okay, time's up, now you may talk.\nCandidate: May I give it back?\nExaminer: Yes, thank you.\nCandidate: Um, it's a painting of an empty street, um, at the middle of the night. Uh, I can see trees at the side of the road, and... Um, no cars or people are visible in that picture.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: I don't know much about it. I- I don't know exactly where it is. Um, I just made it up, um, my, you know, uh...\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: May you ask some questions or do I have to explain more?\nExaminer: You can continue.\nCandidate: Um, the stores are closed and, uh, I can see the moon and the sky. Uh, the moon is full and shiny, shinier than ever. Uh, I can see the stars, so many stars in the sky. They are visible, all of them.\nExaminer: Uh...\nCandidate: Maybe, I'll decide later, but maybe I can see myself in that picture with my friends, uh, you know, hanging around, um, uh, seeing the side of the road. Um, maybe a cat or a dog or some- some animal, some street animal, uh, is crossing, uh, crossing the street, the- the, you know, the image.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Um... Plenty of cars are parked, uh, there, but I don't see them moving, uh, on the street. Um, no sound or any particular noise, um, we can hear in that picture. It's just silence and the sound of, uh, you know, night and, um, maybe, uh... Maybe you'll be interrupted by some animal or some, uh, horn, horns of cars or, you know, something like that, but otherwise it's just silence and, you know, peace and everything's calm, um...\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah, I prefer having that in my room, uh, because when I, uh, look at that and when I think about it, when I, uh, imagine myself in that, uh, it comforts me and gives me some chills and...\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: It helps me to relax.\nExaminer: Okay. What is the attitude towards art in your country? What people think about art?\nCandidate: Um, there are too many attitudes and approaches, um, towards art, but, uh, I think people in my country, which is Iran, um, prefer art to be more subjective, um, You know, something they can see, they can hear, like, like comedy, stand-up comedy, or, um, something they, They enjoy to watch, not something that, um, makes them think or, uh, investigate about it. Something they can watch right now and enjoy it at the moment. Um, maybe they can laugh about it, they can, you know, cry about it, I don't know. Um, the thing that they can feel right now, uh, is the thing that they prefer.\nExaminer: Okay. Do people in your country prefer music to art?\nCandidate: Mmm, yes, as I've mentioned, um, music can be so much more entertaining, uh, for my, uh, for, you know, people in my country than a painting or a book, a story, because they don't- they don't have time or, uh, things to, you know, uh, enjoy that.\nExaminer: Uh... And what kind of music do people like in your country?\nCandidate: Most of the people enjoy pop music, but I personally listen to rock, metal, or anything, any kind of music. But most of the people in my country, um, follow the mainstream music, the pop culture, or anything like that.\nExaminer: What traditional art forms exist in your country?\nCandidate: Um, as much as I know, uh, there's no, uh, traditional art in my country. Uh, it's not allowed, but, um... I can- I can't think of anything. Um, I just know it was- it used to be some paintings or, um, you know, thing- things like that, um...\nExaminer: You mean there is no traditional art?\nCandidate: Right now, um, I can't think of anything, but, uh, I'm aware that, uh, it was something, there was something. In the past, I don't know why- what exactly, but I reckon maybe paintings or sketches, caricatures and stuff like that.\nExaminer: How can children benefit from learning art?\nCandidate: Well, it makes them, you know, their minds, um, to be more active or, um, more creative, um, that makes them more innovative, um, in such ways like, you know, mathematics or, um, dealing with, um, life's complications and stuff. Um, maybe, uh, I don't- I don't want to be, you know, I don't want to get, uh, more philosophical, but, uh, by experience, I think it makes them more, uh, active mentally, mentally active.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Do you think that the state should support the arts and, uh, cultural activities?\nCandidate: Yeah, of course, they can- they can support it in many ways, you know, um, financially, or, um, they can support it all the time, um, by, Simply giving money and time. But, um, I don't see it in my own country. I don't see it, um, too much. They- the government and, um, even people, they don't support art and artists, um, by, you know, buying their- their products and their masterpieces.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. Thank you very much. This is the end of your IELTS speaking test.",
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  "serial": 11,
  "title": "011 - IELTS Speaking Interview | BAND 8 | Latest 2023 Test!",
  "transcription": "Examiner: This is the speaking test of the International English Language Testing System. The examiner's number is 356-989. Good afternoon, my name is Muhammad Maruf Firoz, and what is your name?\nCandidate: My full name is Aman Septimamola.\nExaminer: What should I call you?\nCandidate: You can call me by my first name, Aman.\nExaminer: Thank you. Um, so, Aman, where are you from?\nCandidate: I'm originally from Bangladesh, but I grew up mostly in the Philippines, so I would say I'm more Filipino than Bangladeshi.\nExaminer: Alright, thank you. Now, moving on to the first part of the test, I'd like to ask you some questions about yourself. Let's talk about bicycle. Do you have a bicycle?\nCandidate: So, currently, I don't have a bicycle, but during my high school days, I would have a bicycle that I used to transport from my house to my co- my school.\nExaminer: How often did you used to ride your bicycle?\nCandidate: So whenever there was school or an event that I had to go to school for, I would use my bicycle for it.\nExaminer: What do you think is the biggest advantage of riding a bicycle?\nCandidate: So I think the- some of the biggest advantages of using a bicycle is that when you use a bicycle, you get a good amount of exercise from it, as well as when you use a bicycle, it pro- it doesn't produce any sort of carbon emission, whereas a vehicle like a car does.\nExaminer: Now tell me, what is the weather like where you live?\nCandidate: Currently, I'm living in Bangladesh, and at the moment, the weather is quite chilly because of the November and December months of the year, but throughout the earlier part of the year, it's quite humid and very hot.\nExaminer: Do you prefer hot or cold weather?\nCandidate: I prefer the colder weather because during the colder weather, there's lots of things I can do, such as play badminton with my friend or eat winter dishes.\nExaminer: Now, tell me, do you like thunderstorm?\nCandidate: Obviously, I think no one likes thunderstorm because it can cause a lot of chaos, especially in the country of Bangladesh, where they- where it experiences a lot of blackout, and because of a thunderstorm, it can cause more often than not more blackouts, and because of these blackouts, it can really affect hospitals or housings.\nExaminer: So, now, let's talk about your school days. How old were you when you left school?\nCandidate: So I recently graduated from high school at the age of 18, and now I'm pursuing my undergraduates.\nExaminer: Did you ever take part in school play?\nCandidate: During my high school life in Philippines, there was certain plays that I did get involved in, but one that- the one that I do remember was a play known as tinikiling. It's the incorporation of the movement of the bamboo, so in our choreographed, we used bamboo sticks, and we had to design a choreography around it.\nExaminer: Okay. Now let's talk about fashion. Are you interested in fashion?\nCandidate: I wouldn't say I'm interested in fashion, but whenever I go out, I do like to present myself as best I can, because if you look good, of course, you're gonna feel good.\nExaminer: Okay, now, moving on to the second part of the speaking test, I'm going to give you a topic, and I'd like you to talk about it for one or two minutes. Before you talk, you have one minute to think about what you're going to say. There you are. And you can make some notes, if you wish. Use a pencil, you can use it. Okay, your preparation time is now over. You have one or two minutes to speak. Uh, don't worry if I stop you. So, would you like to start?\nCandidate: An object that I saved up my money was when I bought an Adidas football around grade 8. The reasoning that I bought a football was because during class, we didn't have a football, so we would just use a- a tennis ball, and that was the only thing that we could afford at the time, so I decided to take it upon myself that I should, Is that, buy a football so that we can practice and train and get better at football in general so that maybe if there's any sort of competition we can get enrolled into it. Every day, my father would give me 50 taka, and the ball originally cost a thousand taka, so it took lots of time, I would say around more than a month, like a month, month and a week or so, and with that, I was able to save up each and every day my 50 taka, and eventually I managed to, um, managed to, Accumulate the 1000 taka and me and my friends, we all went after school to buy the football that we kept seeing in the showroom. And then when I eventually bought the ball, I felt so relieved because, uh, Instead of saving my money, I was able to now indulge, like, use my 50 taka to buy food instead of saving it, and now that we had the ball, we were able to spend time with each other, with my friends especially, I would say. And, of course, with the football that I had, I was really... I'm motivated to stay disciplined and to, like, save my money especially.\nExaminer: Very good. Okay, now let's move on to the third part of the speaking test. We will discuss about gifts. Do you think it's better for gifts to be practical or attractive and why?\nCandidate: I would say at my age right now, I would rather want a practical gift because with a practical gift, I can use it in my everyday life, whereas if I have an attractive gift, I would rather just leave it in my house and then it would just collect dust over time.\nExaminer: Thank you. Uh, do you ever buy clothing for people as a gift?\nCandidate: I would only buy clothing pieces for people that I know, especially like my friends or my brothers and sisters, because I know what their sizings are, whereas other individuals that I don't know, it's quite hard to buy clothing pieces just for them.\nExaminer: Did you ever receive any gift that you didn't like?\nCandidate: So, in the past year, I received one gift that I didn't really like because during my neighborhood Christmas giving event, my neighbor got- got me a gift, which, when I unwrapped it, it was a gift that I received in the past from my mother. It was a long- it was a long-sleeved blue shirt, and it was exact same size and design as the previous one that I got.\nExaminer: Do you compare prices between items before you buy Something.\nCandidate: When I grew up, my parents have always instilled into us that we should try to save as much money as possible. That's why whenever we- I do buy items, I always try to find alternatives such as cheaper- I mean, such as cheaper alternatives like generic medicines without any sort of name brands because the name brand medicine can be way costlier than the generic one which have the same effectiveness.\nExaminer: In your opinion, can clothing tell much about a person?\nCandidate: I would say clothing does somewhat show the social status of a person. For example, if someone is wearing a high-end brand such as, uh, Louis Vuitton or some- something like that, then they are considered as high- high-level individuals, whereas those who just wear casual clothing, then they are just middle-class individuals.\nExaminer: Has fashion changed in your country over the years?\nCandidate: Traditionally, in Bangladesh, people would just wear, um, sari for women, and for men, they would just wear, um, pants and, uh, button-down shirts, but nowadays, people are being less conservative, so, um, girls are now wearing, um, tank tops and, like, jeans- skinny jeans pants, and men are now wearing baggy pants and, um, oversized t-shirts.\nExaminer: Alright. Very good, Aman, and that's the end of our speaking test. Thank you very much.\nCandidate: Thank you.",
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  "serial": 12,
  "title": "012 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 4 Mock Test | Indonesian Student 🇮🇩",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good afternoon. My name is Brick. Uh, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Okay, thank you. Uh, my full name is Dimas Kukonurahim. Uh, my family members and friends usually call me Dimas, so it is my nickname.\nExaminer: Okay. Right. So, now, in the first part of the test, I will ask you questions about familiar topics. So, let's talk about food. So, what's your favourite type of food?\nCandidate: Okay, uh, I live in Indonesia. It is a country that has a lot of spicy food. So, I'm familiar with spicy food, especially, uh, the type of seafood.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you prefer eating at home or do you prefer eating out?\nCandidate: Um, it depends on the condition, uh, but actually I prefer to eat, uh, seafood in, uh, home because I can enjoy the food, uh, by the time that I want to eat, uh, and, uh, doesn't hurry to, uh, eat the food.\nExaminer: Okay, and can you cook?\nCandidate: A little bit, uh, I cook, uh, for myself, like, uh, cooking eggs or, uh, uh, yeah, uh, easy cooking, something like that.\nExaminer: Okay, and what do you like, uh, to cook?\nCandidate: Uh, I like to cook, uh, uh, especially in my leisure time, uh, trying to cook something easy. And sometimes, uh, I cook with, I have my wife, uh, cooking for my family. Yeah.\nExaminer: And, uh, what kind of food is popular in your country?\nCandidate: Um, yeah, like I said before, uh, Indonesia is, uh, a country that has, uh, a long, uh, line of beach, and so we have, uh, uh, the amount of, uh, um, sea- many different kind of, uh, seafood types, so... Yeah, seafood is one of the popular, uh, Thai food in my country.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think healthy eating is important?\nCandidate: Yeah, uh, I agree with, uh, sorry, in my- in my opinion, uh, healthy food is very important because, uh, nowadays, uh, people in young age, uh, has, uh, has got sick, uh, because they eat, Uh, yeah, maybe a fast food or something, uh, unhealthy food. So it's very important to consume healthy food for us.\nExaminer: Okay. So we will now talk about hobbies. So what hobbies do you enjoy in your free time?\nCandidate: Yeah, uh, I have one hobby, uh, that is playing chess. Uh, I like play chess, uh, when I was child, uh, with my father, and then I continue, uh, my hobby in online platform using, uh, some of platform like, uh, chess24 or chess.com or something like that. Uh, I think chess is, uh, um, uh, sorry, I think chess is one of, uh, hobby that not, uh, use a lot of, uh, energy, but, uh, exercise our thinking to improve my, uh, uh, my mind.\nExaminer: Okay. And, uh, how did you first become interested, uh, in playing chess?\nCandidate: Yeah, when I'm playing chess, uh, I can, uh, feel, uh, I must, uh, thinking, uh, two or three more steps. ahead, so, uh, I feel it can be improve my, uh, thinking, and also, uh, after that, uh, we can, uh, analyze game together, uh, and it's, uh, quiet, uh, fine for us.\nExaminer: Okay. Yeah. So, we've now come to the end of part one of the speaking test. We will now move over to part two. Now, in part two of the speaking test, you will be given a card with a topic and you will speak about that topic for one to two minutes. But, before you speak, you will have one minute to make notes. Okay, so you will have one minute to, uh, make notes, and your one minute starts now.\nCandidate: Okay, thank you very much. Uh, the event that I want to talk is the Independence Day of my country, Indonesia. Uh, it's, uh, it celebrates, uh, every 17th, uh, August, in every year. So, it's a really interesting, uh, event. And, we, as, uh, the Indonesian, uh, People, uh, very, uh, happy when we, uh, celebrate the Independence Day of our country. And all of, uh, region in Indonesia, uh, in every, uh, region, uh, do a lot of games, uh, to, uh, honor and celebrate this, uh, event. Uh, yeah, uh, another, uh, even that, uh, sorry, another, as, uh, sorry. Yeah, I think that's it, uh, enough for my...\nExaminer: Okay, we will move over to part three of the speaking test. So how important do you think celebrations are in society today?\nCandidate: Yeah, uh, the ce- the celebration of event, uh, you know, this, uh, is quite, uh, important in my opinion because, uh, it will give some rewards for, uh, people, uh, For his or her, uh, contribution, uh, during their life and it can improve their motivation, uh, when we celebrate, uh, the, when we give the celebration to another.\nExaminer: Okay. And how will celebrations change in the future?\nCandidate: Yeah, uh, in my opinion, uh, celebration has been changed a lot, uh, when I was a child. Uh, we celebrate, uh, our birthday. In my house, and then, uh, people, uh, come to house and give some gift to, uh, another child. But nowadays, uh, it can be celebrated everywhere, uh, uh, I mean... Sometimes it can celebrate online, er, using, er, another, er, er, using, er, platforms online. And, yeah, it's, er, a difference before and now.\nExaminer: Okay. Uh, and do you think it is important to spend a lot of money to celebrate properly?\nCandidate: Um, yeah, perhaps, uh, we don't, we do not have to spend a lot of money, uh, for celebrate, uh, event, because, uh, sometimes, sorry, yeah, uh, yeah, I think we cannot, uh, do, uh, We cannot do spend- we cannot spend a lot of money, uh, Yeah, it depends on, uh, what the event that we want to celebrate it. If the event is, uh, most important, maybe sometimes we can, uh, uh, spend, uh, money for that event.\nExaminer: Okay. And are there any celebrations that you think should be more widely recognized?\nCandidate: Uh... In general, uh, in my head, I think about, uh, the New Year- the New Year celebration because, uh, the, uh, we all around the world, uh, have, uh, the same, uh, calendar and we celebrate it together, uh, in every country. Yeah, maybe it can be celebrated, uh, together and more, uh,\nExaminer: Okay, right, we've now come to the end of the speaking test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "title": "013 - IBM IELTS SPEAKING TEST BAND 5 5",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello, welcome to IBM IELTS Academy. This is the speaking section of the IELTS exam. The interview will take about 15 minutes and I will ask you some questions in three parts, okay? Examiner is Sarah Parker and examiner number is 792021. Candidate is Zeynep Naseh and candidate number is 256-7892. Welcome.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Can you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, my full name is Zeynep Nasuh.\nExaminer: Okay, where are you from?\nCandidate: I'm from Oman, Muscat.\nExaminer: May I see your ID card?\nCandidate: Yeah, here you are.\nExaminer: Thank you.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Thanks.\nCandidate: Here you go.\nExaminer: So, do you work or study?\nCandidate: Uh, I work, actually.\nExaminer: And can you tell me what's your job?\nCandidate: Uh, I work in, uh, law institute, and we work for businesses, startups, and, um, give them some advice, legal advice, actually.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. How important is the internet to you?\nCandidate: A lot. Uh, I use internet for my work, for my study, and for my life. My habit in my, uh, if I want to do research, if or if I want to study my lessons, I actually need that.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you use the internet a lot for work, uh, or in your, uh, spare time?\nCandidate: Uh, most of the time, I'm at work, and I use internet, uh, for work a lot, so, uh, when I came home, I tried to, uh, use internet less for myself. Uh, in the past, I tried- I used internet for, uh, online reading, and after a while, I think that's kind of addiction to internet, so I try to use paper books instead of online books.\nExaminer: Do you think that you use the internet too much?\nCandidate: Uh, somehow we can say yes, I use internet very much, uh, but that's for my job. I use internet for my job.\nExaminer: Do you think the internet will change lives in the future?\nCandidate: Yes. If I- if we wanna consider, uh, Internet as a life changer, uh, we can say we already are in step one of this change. Uh, our lives has been changed by Internet, uh, the, um, way we go shopping, the way we study, the way we work, all made change by Internet. Even now.\nExaminer: Are there some negative things about- about the Internet?\nCandidate: Uhhh... Maybe we can say data. And the good thing, uh, about internet is that you can access to a lot of data. And the bad thing is that you can't understand which data is, uh, reliable, and which data is unreliable. So, if you- if I want to say, is that we can, uh, find a difference between good data and reliable data, and... Unreliable data.\nExaminer: Okay. So, now I will give you a cue card. Okay. And a pa- a piece of paper. You have one minute to think about it and take a note. Okay. And then you may talk about two minutes. Is that clear?\nCandidate: Uh, I should, uh, talk about... Around two minutes.\nExaminer: Okay. Okay, okay. Okay, now you may talk.\nCandidate: Okay. If I wanna talk about my favorite website, I can refer, uh, refer an app, uh, which I use it on my, uh, mobile. That name is CastBox. CastBox is a podcast app which has very different channels, uh, in- and, uh, this app contains lots of, uh, Different subjects and topics, like history, novels, different things. And a good thing about this app is that, uh, you use it in every way you want. Uh, I always try to listen to some interviews, uh, and find the channels in different fields, maybe my job field, or, uh, the field I want to study and be expert at, or maybe, uh, life experience, uh, channels. You can find lots of them, and, uh, most of them have, uh, interviews with, uh, specialists or people's exper- who have, uh, experiences in different topics. And, uh, another thing is that you can find some, uh, channels which contains book summers. Uh, the good thing is that, uh, these book channels, uh, are very, uh, has very, uh, variety, uh, types of, uh, book channels. You can find, uh, um, novels or, um, Historical books or, uh, very specific topics.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much. May I give it back?\nCandidate: Yeah, here you are.\nExaminer: Thank you. So, um, how do you think the internet will change people's marketing behavior in the future?\nCandidate: Um, as I said, uh, the Internet changed our marketing behavior even now. Uh, in the past, uh, we go on, uh, shopping, we go out, and we, uh, have window shopping sometimes. But now, we search online. We find, uh, our products online, and we can compare the, uh, qualifications or their, uh, how much they cost, or, Different things, other people's opinion about that product. And, uh, that things change our marketing behavior, cause now, if I want to go shopping, before that, I, uh, search online, find, uh, people's opinion, or read comments, and after that, I decide which product I want.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: And...\nExaminer: So do you think it's a positive point or a negative point?\nCandidate: I find it positive.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. What are the pros and cons of online shopping?\nCandidate: Uh, depends on product you want. Uh, in some kind of product that's, uh, you can find, uh, so much advantage in online shopping, Uh, like books, or like, uh, I don't know, the things, digital, uh, objects. But in some, uh, products like clothes, or, uh, cosmetic products, that's, uh, difficult to find a good product. Because sometimes you need to, uh, smell perfume, or sometimes you need to touch clothes. And find the fabric. And after that you decide to buy it or not.\nExaminer: Okay. Is the internet important for education?\nCandidate: A lot. Yeah. Internet, uh, actually, uh, removes some barriers of education. Uh, and you can find, uh, an article as soon as that article published. And you can access that.\nExaminer: Okay. Uh, what about the elderly? Uh, do older people use the Internet more often?\nCandidate: Uh, depends on how open they are to the new experiences. Some of them, yes, I know the people who can use, uh, mobile and online shopping and things like that which came by using internet. But some of them, they have real problem, uh, with being online and have online experiences.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay, can you explain more?\nCandidate: Uh, you know, uh, nowadays, legal, uh, things, most of the legal things and, uh, are going to be online. And for older people, uh, for some of them, that's very difficult to do their job and to take care of their things online. And, um, so they have to get help from younger people or the, Uh, people who have- who- their job is to help others to do their things online for governmental issues.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: And for those people, online life is difficult. Okay.\nExaminer: So, thank you very much. Uh, that is the end of your speaking test.\nCandidate: Thank you. Thanks a lot.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you.",
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  "title": "014 - IELTS Speaking Interview | BAND 9 | Real Test! (2023)",
  "transcription": "Examiner: This is the speaking test of the International English Language Testing System, taking place on Thursday, the 16th of March, at British American Resource Center. The candidate is Fatin Anjoum. The candidate number is 363-11234. The examiner is Mohamed Marouf Firoz. The examiner number is 2345-890. Good afternoon.\nCandidate: Good afternoon, sir.\nExaminer: And what shall I call you?\nCandidate: You can call me Fatin.\nExaminer: Great. In the beginning, I'm going to ask you some questions related to you.\nCandidate: Sure.\nExaminer: How do people in your country celebrate public events?\nCandidate: Well, as I live in Bangladesh, it's a colorful country, and in the time of fest- uh, specifically in the time of festivals, it's quite more colorful. And people tend to celebrate it and exaggerate as much as they can. Lighting, food, sweets, everything. So, yeah, they do love festivals.\nExaminer: Do you think it's important to celebrate events?\nCandidate: It is important to celebrate events, but, uh, more specifically if the events are considered as family events or the local events considering the culture or community itself or tradition, then it's- it's important.\nExaminer: Should events be prepared in advance?\nCandidate: Yes, they do need to be prepared in advance, because, you see, we don't get that much time in big events, so for big events, of course, two or three months, but for the small ones, I guess, two or three days are enough, more than enough.\nExaminer: Thank you, this is the end of part one. Now, I'm going to give you a topic, and I'd like you to talk about it for one or two minutes. Before you talk, you'll have one minute to think about it. And you can make some notes if you wish.\nCandidate: Okay, sir.\nExaminer: Here is the paper, and pencil, for making some notes.\nCandidate: Thank you, sir.\nExaminer: I would like you to describe an event that you have attended.\nCandidate: Well, in our country, there are a lot of local events, cultural events. Specifically, what I've enjoyed in the last few years was Shek Rain and Boat Race, or, which is known as Nokabais. But specifically, I would like to talk about Shek Rain because, uh, I have really quite enjoyed, uh, the themes of Shek Rain. It was amazing. And, specifically, the time when the Chakrayan, or the kite festival, specifically, takes place in January 14th or 15th, most probably, and the location was, it's mostly in the location of the old town, or Dhaka old city, or that, uh, dot, all- all that place is specifically, so... And, in the event, it was quite amusing, because, um, you see there are a lot of, I mean, it's on the name, the description is literally on the name. Kite Festival, the whole sky are covered in kites, and specifically it starts from 8 in the morning till 4- 4 PM in the evening, or afternoon. They still do continue this, and after that, what we get to see is from the nighttime, or specifically after 8 p.m., it's more amusing because there are more, uh, fireworks, there's circus, and more lighting, so it's overall, it's, uh, mesmerizing. And for the kids, it's quite amusing. And, specifically, if I talk about something, one specific point that really hit me was the fire breather, or the man who can breathe fire, or fire eaters. Like, they have a technique to just breathe out fire, or spread fire, so that technique just caught my eyes really much. Awesome.\nExaminer: Thank you. Uh, would you please give it back?\nCandidate: Sure. Thank you.\nExaminer: Thank you. Now, I would like to ask you some questions, followed by the cue card. Should businesses support local events?\nCandidate: Yes, actually, business should support the local events because they get a lot of revenue out of it, they have a lot of income out of it. Specifically, the local business, they can earn a huge amount of money from this local community, uh, traditional events.\nExaminer: Should the government preserve traditional events?\nCandidate: Yes, I think the government should, because, uh, if- if it's come to- coming to the history of our country or the Bengal, so, uh, the most- the biggest part of us is the culture and the tradition we just following. We have been following for a hundred years, so, of course, the government should try to take steps and measures for preserving these traditions and events.\nExaminer: Do you think it's important to take part in local events?\nCandidate: Uh, well, in all, I would say that every single local event doesn't always should bother us, but at the end of the day, it just falls onto us if we do want to participate on them. But I would suggest that if it's related to culture or tradition, or if it's for our community, it doesn't belong to any religion particularly, or any person singularly, then yes, for the community, we should.\nExaminer: Do you think it's important to have a sense of local community spirit?\nCandidate: Yes, it is actually quite important to have a sense of local community spirit because we do need that among each other. It doesn't just grow the communism between us, the community becomes more strong. And as you know, that if one man progresses in one community, then the whole community is going to get developed. So yes, of course, it's important.\nExaminer: What are the advantages of being part of close-knit community?\nCandidate: Well, being a part of a closed-knit community, there are a lot of advantages, but more specifically, if we talk about one or two, is that the, uh, s- if, specifically, if one man in a community, if, uh, one society and one business is going down, then there are other linked-out business or people that are willing to help them. So, in that part, we can see humanity more. And these things, they increase the development of community, so, yes, of course.\nExaminer: In what ways do neighbors cooperate and help each other in your city?\nCandidate: Well, as I live in a metropolitan city, it's Dhaka city, so I don't see a lot of neighbors, uh, con- conversations and interactions with one another, but specifically in communities or society buildings or communities like that, yes, there are a lot of relationship between them in day-to-day life, simple helping hands, yes, I do see that, but I haven't seen that quite in larger scale.\nExaminer: How has the sense of community changed in recent years in your country?\nCandidate: Well, it has changed quite a lot, because from the starting, not only the technology got developed, but our humanity senses, they also got developed in ways, but it's also demeaning in few points, because we, uh, we just grew distance from one another a little bit. So, in that cases, the sense of, uh, quite changed a lot, the senses, or the feeling we have around our community or traditions, that has changed a lot.\nExaminer: Great. Thank you very much. This is the end of the speaking test. Thank you.\nCandidate: Thank you.",
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  "title": "015 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 6 Mock Test | Bangladeshi Student 🇧🇩",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good evening. My name is Brick. Can you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My full name is Mahmoud Naeem Hassan. Please, you can call me Naeem.\nExaminer: Naeem. Nice to meet you, Naeem. Okay. Now, in this first part of the test, I will ask you questions about yourself. So, what is your favourite type of food?\nCandidate: Uh, usually I like, um, uh, fast food, uh, so every- once in a week I try to go to restaurant for eating, uh, fast food, like pizza is one of my favorite.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you prefer eating at home or do you prefer eating at a restaurant?\nCandidate: Uh, usually I eating, I usually I prefer, uh, uh, uh, prefer eating at home because I feel, uh, comfortable and that time, uh, I feel, uh, every food is very luscious.\nExaminer: Okay. And is there a food you would like to try in the future?\nCandidate: Uh, down the road have a great chances to go, uh, England because, uh, England is a very famous, uh, all of fast food. So, uh, in the future has a great chances to eating, uh, uh, fast food.\nExaminer: Okay. And are there any types of food that you do not like?\nCandidate: Uh, usually, I don't like, uh, uh, our country's staple food, rice, uh, but, uh, very silly every day I eating this food.\nExaminer: Okay, let's, uh, now move on to a different topic. Uh, do you work or are you a student?\nCandidate: Uh, well, I'm student. Recently, I completed my higher singing exam. Right now, I fully engrossed in my preparation for studying overseas.\nExaminer: Okay. And what kind of work would you like to do in the future?\nCandidate: Uh, in the future, has a great chances to, uh, working, uh, pharmacy, uh, because, uh, pharmacy is one of my favorite job. So, in the future, I'll try to work this field.\nExaminer: Okay. And- and do you prefer working alone or with a team?\nCandidate: Uh, I usually, uh, prefer, uh, working at, uh, alone because, uh, I have a both ex- I had a both experience, uh, and when I working at team that time, I feel that I break my concentration, so I always prefer working alone.\nExaminer: Okay, now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic, and I want you to speak about that topic for one to two minutes, but before that, You will have one minute to prepare your talk, erm, and you may take notes with you if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Okay, I understand.\nExaminer: Okay, so you have one minute to make notes and your one minute starts now. Okay, so your one minute is now over, uh, and you can start to speak now.\nCandidate: Uh, usually I have a huge yearning to do something in my downtime, but if I choose, uh, rent, uh, it's a little bit arduous to choose one specific thing, but if I choose randomly, that would obviously be playing cricket. Uh, cricket is my cup of tea. So, my spare time, I always try to play cricket with my friends. So, every day, uh, afternoon time, usually, I play cricket with my friends, and I feel that I reduce my depression, frustrated, anxiety. So, I very, uh, enjoy this game, and, uh, especially, uh, uh, in my downtime, I also watch, uh, cricket match. It's no matter that, uh, national, uh, tournament or, uh, domestic league, uh, my favorite thing is, uh, England. Especially, I'm a huge fan of George Butler. He's a British cricketer. And so, that type of thing I usually do in my leisure time, and, uh, I feel that it gives me, um, Use energy or huge, uh, uh, power to do something well, uh, for my daily life. So that type of thing I usually do on my leisure time. Not only this, but also I do, uh, reading books and I feel that, uh, is therapeutic for me. So, uh, I enjoy that type of thing, uh, in my leisure time.\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you. So let's, um, now move on to talk about your hobbies in a bit more detail. Uh, so why is it important for people to have hobbies?\nCandidate: Uh, in my world, thinking hobby is most important for everyone because, uh, without hobby, it's not possible to reduce our depression, reduce our, uh, stress. So I think it's the most important for everyone life.\nExaminer: Okay, and, uh, do you think hobbies should be educational, or just for fun?\nCandidate: Uh, I think it's no matter that, uh, hobby would be educational or something of like that, but, uh, hobby, uh, is that, is always, uh, help me to do something else, so, uh, when you feel, I already mentioned that when you feel depressed, that then your hobby is playing vital role for reduce our depression, our stress, so, it's no matter that hobby would be educational or like something else.\nExaminer: Okay? And how can people find new hobbies\nCandidate: Okay, uh, this is the era of modern technology. Everything are very available in social media like YouTube, Facebook. So, uh, people, uh, watch lots of video on social media and then, uh, they can, uh, learn everything. So they can find out their hobby in social media. And maybe they watch, uh, interesting video on social media and that type of thing that always intrigue them.\nExaminer: Okay? And are there any, um, hobbies that are becoming less popular?\nCandidate: Uh, in my country, uh, in my country's perspective, if I say, uh, football is very unpopular, but it's worldwide, uh, it's very popular, but in my country's perspective, it's a very unpopular game. Uh, so, but, uh, this is my- one of my favorite hobby. I try to football with my friends, but they don't, uh, uh, they don't know how to play football. They have not enough idea, so I cannot, uh, properly enjoy my, uh, spare time.\nExaminer: Okay. And why do you think this is unpopular in your home country?\nCandidate: Could you repeat again this question?\nExaminer: Yep. You said football is not that popular in your home country. Why do you think it is not popular in your country?\nCandidate: Uh, well, uh, in my country's perspective, cricket is most popular game, and because of that, our country, uh, women cricket team and, uh, men cricket team, they own, uh, international World Cup trophy. On the other hand, our football team, uh, cannot play FIFA World Cup. This is the main reason football is unpopular in my country.\nExaminer: Okay, and are your, uh, uh, hobbies the same as when you were a child, or have they changed?\nCandidate: No, uh, because, uh, my childhood, uh, hobby was, uh, uh, playing cricket. So, right now, this is the same hobby, and, uh, uh, not only same, but also I, uh, also include my hobby football and badminton, all of my, uh, outdoor activities, because I am a sports enthusiast.\nExaminer: Okay, and, um, do you get a lot of free time?\nCandidate: Uh, usually, uh, right now, I am taking preparation for, uh, IELTS exam, so I think, uh, I have- right now, I have not enough time to, uh, getting, uh, uh, getting my, uh, spare time, so, uh, but, uh, two months later, I think I will get, uh, lots of leisure time.\nExaminer: Okay, and if you had more free time, uh, what would you do with that extra time?\nCandidate: Uh, uh, but a few months ago, I had enough time. That time, I usually, uh, uh, usually watch lots of video in social media about, uh, biology-related subject, uh, because I have a huge yearning to learn, uh, human body, human skeleton, blood system. So that time, I usually watch that type of video, and not only this, but also I watch, uh, uh, I watch a cricket-related video, and I read, uh, lots of article about cricket.\nExaminer: Okay, right, we've now come to the end of this test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "title": "016 - IELTS SPEAKING TEST 6.5",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello, um, this is the IBM IELTS Academy, and I'm going to be your examiner today for the IELTS test. Um, my- my name is Candida Maxion. And so, what is your name, please?\nCandidate: My name is Chagufa Tabatabai.\nExaminer: And what is your student number?\nCandidate: 999741.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much. Um, and, uh, here's your card.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Actually. Good. So, do you know about the test?\nCandidate: That it's three parts.\nExaminer: First, we're just going to speak a little, and then you're going to have, um, a cue card, which I'll give you two minutes to prepare, and then we'll have a- a more in-depth discussion.\nCandidate: Yes?\nExaminer: It shouldn't take too long.\nCandidate: Okay, then.\nExaminer: So, where are you from, actually?\nCandidate: I come from Isfahan, but originally I'm from Shiraz.\nExaminer: Okay, very interesting. And so, how long have you been in Isfahan?\nCandidate: Uh, over 30 years.\nExaminer: Oh, really?\nCandidate: Yeah. Over 30 years.\nExaminer: Yay. Thank you. And, uh, do you work or study?\nCandidate: What?\nExaminer: Do you work or study?\nCandidate: No, I'm just, um, finished my studying plan and, uh, I, um, want to go abroad.\nExaminer: Okay, where have you been planning to go?\nCandidate: In Netherlands.\nExaminer: The Netherlands, okay. And why the Netherlands?\nCandidate: Um, because, uh, Me and my husband decided to go abroad and go somewhere that it's not racist and we can have a life, a very, um, smooth life for, uh, the rest of our life.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you have any children?\nCandidate: Yes. We have, uh, one daughter.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay, what's her name?\nCandidate: Uh, her name is Eileen.\nExaminer: What do you study?\nCandidate: Uh, I study renewable energies engineering at a small university.\nExaminer: Very good. So, actually, the Netherlands is a very good choice. Does your husband study the same thing?\nCandidate: Yes, of course. Okay.\nExaminer: Excellent. Okay. So, the next part we're going to move on to. Do you consider yourself to be a happy person?\nCandidate: Yes, of course. I...\nExaminer: Can you give examples of how you show that?\nCandidate: I really want to show that I'm a very happy person and by doing some exercise every day and get my energy so high and just communicate with every person very calmly and very happily. And I all the time play games with my daughter and other children all around.\nExaminer: Thank you. And what usually makes you happy?\nCandidate: Everything makes me happy, but, uh, for example, most of- the most thing that make me- makes me happy is the sport, doing some exercise.\nExaminer: Okay, and, um, what makes you feel unhappy?\nCandidate: Of course, the, hmm, if the other people are unhappy, uh, it makes me unhappy, too.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. And does the weather ever affect your well-being? The weather?\nCandidate: No. I really enjoy the rainy days and I really enjoy the sunny days and I don't know, maybe because we are in Iran and most of the day is sunny, maybe it's don't... You don't notice it.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you consider people in your country to be truly happy people?\nCandidate: Yes, of course. I think that if you are happy, It should- all of the people all around the sh- all around the you be happy. If someone have problem, um, you cannot, um, be very happy all the time. Because, um, I think, in my opinion, uh, it can be happen to you, so you have to do something for every person all around the world.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay, thank you very much. Um, so now we'll move on to the second part. I'm going to give you a cue card. You have one minute to prepare. And, um, two minutes, you're going to be speaking about it. Okay, thank you. Are you ready?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Excellent. Okay, you have two minutes now to respond. Talk about a time when you invited someone to dinner at home or to a restaurant, and, uh, tell me about when you invited them, where did you have dinner, and why did you invite them? And how did you feel about this dinner?\nCandidate: Okay, I want to talk about the last week that we invited some of my cousins to my, to our home. And, um, I invited them because, uh, uh, we were going to leave, uh, the country, and we are, uh, we wanted to have some leisure time with each other. And, uh, it's so great and blissful, and of course, we, Uh, talked about everything that, uh, we have, uh, legislator in the past, and, uh, we just say something about our grandparents and grandfather and mother, and the city that, uh, they live, uh, before, uh, they actually from, uh, Shiraz and, uh, we have, uh, very good, um, memories from them, and we talk about it, and, uh, we hopefully, um, think about the future, and, uh, all of us really wanted to become, uh, so happy in our country, that, uh, no one needs to leave the country. That's it.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much. Um, all right, we'll go on to the next bit, the last part, so it's a discussion, a continuation. So, where do people usually eat in your country, in restaurants or at home?\nCandidate: Um, most of the people really want to eat at home, uh, because, um, I think they think that it's, uh, much more, uh, comfortable for them. But nowadays, some teenagers and young people wanted to go to restaurant and, of course, in the modern restaurant to, uh, go with each other and something like this.\nExaminer: Okay, why do more and more people refer to- prefer to eat in restaurants instead of- instead of at home? You've kind of- you have sort of responded to that, but if you can expand on it.\nCandidate: Yes, of course, because, uh, when the people go to a restaurant, they have, uh, some, um, Easy time because they don't need to, um, for example, clean their house or make a house ready for the, um, other people. And of course, um, some of the restaurant have a very, um, good place for the, um, environment for, Leisure time, of course, and you can have everything. For example, some of them have coffee or something like that for before it and dessert for after it, so you can welcoming to other people much more better sometimes at the restaurant.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. What are the merits and demerits of eating at home?\nCandidate: What is the...?\nExaminer: Merits.\nCandidate: And, uh...\nExaminer: A merit means the pros.\nCandidate: Pros and cons?\nExaminer: No, the positive aspects and the negative.\nCandidate: Okay, yes, yes, yes, of course. Go to the restaurant.\nExaminer: Eating at home.\nCandidate: Eating at home. When you invite people to your home, maybe you have a much more comfortable environment for doing whatever you want. Even if you have children, for example, because I have a daughter, every time she wanted to run, walk around everywhere, and, uh, most of the time when I want to invite my families that they have children, we prefer to come to home. Uh, so I think it's much more, um, comfortable and, uh, maybe, uh, you can do something that you want and, for example, do other leisure things, for example, dancing or having something like that after the dinner or something like this. And if you want to, uh, rest after your dinner or something like that, you have a comfortable place at home.\nExaminer: Thank you. And what do you think, um, no, so excuse me, do you think it's possible that in the future, everyone will want to eat in restaurants instead of at home?\nCandidate: Maybe because, for example, they can make some, um, Um, parts of the restaurant that makes like a home. For example, we have it in Isfahan, uh, that, uh, they- we call it the olachikh, that you can go to there, and, uh, you have something like your home, and, uh, sometimes you can, uh, hmm, hmm, uh, what? Put something with yourself and go, uh, for example, you- if you want to have a fruit, you can, uh, buy it and, uh, put it- With yourself in the restaurant and whatever you want.\nExaminer: Thank you, that's a new idea. Thank you very much. Well, that's the end of your test, and I'm going to give you some feedback on it.",
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  "serial": 17,
  "title": "017 - IELTS Speaking Band 9 | British American Resource Center",
  "transcription": "Examiner: This is the speaking test for the International English Language Testing System. The candidate is Karishma Septemo. Candidate number is 012999. And the examiner is Muhammad Marufiroz, number 454687. Good afternoon. My name is Muhammad Marufiroz. Can you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Yes, good afternoon. My full name is Karishma Septemomola.\nExaminer: And what shall I call you?\nCandidate: Uh, you may call me by my first name, Karisma.\nExaminer: Where are you from?\nCandidate: Well, I was actually born here in Bangladesh, but majority of my life, I grew up in the Philippines, so I would consider myself as Filipino. Um, more specifically, I grew up in my mother's province, which is called Bicol, and this is situated on the northern part of the Luzon Island.\nExaminer: In the first part of the test, I'm going to ask you some questions about yourself. Now, do you work or are you a student?\nCandidate: Um, well, I've recently graduated from the University of Santo Tomas with a degree in chemistry, but I'm in the process of applying to graduate school to pursue my master's, so I'd still consider myself as a student.\nExaminer: What subject would you like to study?\nCandidate: So as I mentioned before, I took a bachelor's in chemistry, and so for my further studies, I would also take a master's in chemistry, in order to, uh, further broaden my, uh, work experience.\nExaminer: So, why do you choose, um, chemistry in master's?\nCandidate: Um, so when I was in high school, I was contemplating what I wanted to study in the field of science, and I know Bangladesh, they mainly focus on either being a doctor or an engineer, and I knew I couldn't fit in any one of those pictures, so instead I tried to focus on what I enjoyed, which was cosmetics and chemistry, so I kind of combined both of that love and, um, chose to pursue a degree in chemistry so I could be a cosmetic chemist.\nExaminer: Do you think you will remain friends with the people from your course in the future?\nCandidate: Yes, definitely, um, especially back when I was in university. I'm close with all my friends, we've been together ever since from first year all the way to fourth year, and even though, like, I've moved from the Philippines, still, on a weekly basis, I do, like, talk to them and catch up through video call and just have little updates on what's going on with their life.\nExaminer: Now, talk about your favorite place. What is the place that you most like to visit?\nCandidate: Um, so when I was a student in university, my favorite place would have to be the library, and the name was the Benevitus, uh, library, which is named after one of our founding pope that had established our- that university, and I usually go there very often just because I want to catch up on my studies or take a quick nap in between my classes.\nExaminer: Is it easy to travel there?\nCandidate: Uh, yeah, um, as I mentioned before, it is situated within our university, and since I live, like, five minutes away in a dorm, I'm able to, like, walk there every single day.\nExaminer: Is it a popular place for others to visit?\nCandidate: Yes, definitely. Our library is very big, and we have, like, around eight different floors, and each floor is catered to every different department, so, um, any student from any, uh, courses within our university is able to come visit there and have access to many resources.\nExaminer: Now, let's talk about your daily routine. Tell me about a typical weekday for you.\nCandidate: So, uh, my weekdays are usually very hectic. I usually wake up, uh, 5.30 a.m. to prepare for my 7 a.m. classes. Um, in the morning, I usually take a quick shower, wear my uniform, and review my study notes in order to prepare- prepare for my classes. And then, my classes usually end around 7 p.m., so I usually study for, like, 12 hours a day. And then, after I return back to my home, I take a quick nap, eat my dinner, afterwards study more, and then go to bed by 12... A.M.\nExaminer: Do you work or study better in the morning or in the afternoon?\nCandidate: I would say neither. I don't really have time to study in the morning or afternoon because usually I have either classes or I'm busy doing other projects, but I would consider myself as a night owl, so I tend to study more better at night since it's a lot more peaceful and quiet and I'm able to fully be devoted with my studies.\nExaminer: What would you like to change about your daily routine?\nCandidate: Since I don't really have a lot of time in the morning, I guess if I could implement one change, it would be to include a proper breakfast, because, as I've mentioned, I- my classes are very, very long, usually 12 hours a day, and, of course, every individual needs a proper breakfast in order to fuel their body, in order to last the entire day.\nExaminer: Is there any balance between your work time and your leisure time in your daily routine?\nCandidate: Unfortunately not, even though I would love to- love there to be a balance. I don't really have a lot of time because usually on my weekdays I tend to study or be busy with classes, and on the weekend I tend to catch up on my rest because I don't really get proper sleep during the weekdays.\nExaminer: Okay, so that is the end of part one. Now we're in the second part of the speaking test. You have to talk about a meal you have had that you really enjoyed. So here we go, this- this is the topic. And this is your pencil. You will have one minute to think about, you can take notes, and after that you have to start speaking. So, are you ready?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Please start.\nCandidate: Okay, so, uh, back when I was a student in my university, I was, um, university would always arrange different events, especially towards the undergraduate students, and one of the events that they had arranged was called Agape. Now, Agape is very well known in the Catholic religion, and because I attended a Catholic school, this was very- an important event. Now, Agape basically translates to a religious meal that symbolizes love and fellowship. And this was particularly important, especially towards the students, that was arranged during the first week of December before our finals week. And, as you know, at typical students, we tend to be a lot of stress, and we are, um, tend to seclude ourselves in our dorms, so we don't really have, uh, time to, like, hang out with our friends. However, uh, through this event, our school makes sure that we are able to spend time, quality time with our friends, as well as, um, share a meal with them. So... Um, through Agape, every department in our university, um, kind of contacts different restaurants or fast food chains, and they're able to bring in, like, a ton of food, um, to the school, and every students are able to get, um, a range of food, and these are all free. So, one of the meals that I had taken was, uh, three meals, actually. These were from different fast-food chains which were popular in the Philippines, and this included Jollibee, Kenny Rogers, or Domino's. And what's great is that if any students have any sort of dietary restrictions, then our university also accompanies them. For example, me, I don't eat pork, so I'm able to resort to other meals that provided- that utilizes, um, chicken or fish. My other friends, they don't eat any sort of vegetables or anything, so they could either get, like, um, other, um, options that our university provided.\nExaminer: Thank you. Thank you very much. Um, can I have the pencil and the question paper? Thank you very much. Okay. Let's consider children and food. What's the best age for a child to learn to cook?\nCandidate: I think it depends on every child. For example, if a young child is very passionate with cooking or shows an interest to it, then I think it's okay for them to earn a- learn at a younger age, as long as they're being guided by their parents. However, in terms of, like, the general public, I would say the best time to learn to cook would be the pre-adolescent stage, which is usually around the age of 14 to 15, and this is, like, during the high school area- I mean, high school stage. So, um, students are able to learn, like, basic\nExaminer: Whose responsibility is it, in your view, to teach children to eat healthily?\nCandidate: Oh, I would definitely say it's our parents. Our parents are usually the ones who prepare all our meals ever since, like, we were born, and they're usually in charge of, like, buying the proper groceries, like, vegetables, as well as making sure that we have limitation and restrictions, um, in order to not, um, overindulge ourselves through, like, sugary meals or other, um, unhealthy food items.\nExaminer: Do you think children will eat more healthily in the future?\nCandidate: Um, I think it depends, again, on every, uh, child and how they're brought up. If parents are making sure that they are being influenced in the proper direction by incorporating a lot of healthy meals, then, of course, the child will, um, reiterate that into their future lives. But if, again, if students, I mean, if our- if children are exposed to unhealthy diets at a younger age, then they tend to copy that trend, again, in their later lives as well. Okay.\nExaminer: Uh, let's talk about eating habits. Does food play an important role in your culture?\nCandidate: Definitely. I think a best way to showcase one culture is through food. Everyone loves to eat, of course. Um, so, for example, in the Philippines, we have so many different provinces. I think it was approximately 7,000 provinces, and each province has their own specialty dishes. So, through these different specialty dishes, you're able to really, um, understand the different types of vegetation, as well as the ingredients that are popular within each province, and be able to enjoy those meals as an individual.\nExaminer: Would you say people in your country have a healthy diet these days, or did people eat more healthily in the past?\nCandidate: Um, I can say that both the past and the present days, there is a tendency to be both unhealthy and healthy. Um, for example, in the past, um, we don't really have, like, transportation available, so people are only restricted to what's available on their land, and this can only, like, be resorted to, like, simple ingredients, like, whatever vegetables are available in their area. But nowadays, um, since everything is, like, globalized, we tend to have a lot more access to different\nExaminer: Do you think it's important for a family to sit together to eat a meal in the evening?\nCandidate: Yes, definitely, if you have the opportunity to do so. I know a lot of the times we tend to be preoccupied with our daily lives, and if we can, at the end of the day, especially in the evening, if we just put our phone away and just sit down face-to-face and communicate, it's a great way to just keep everyone up-to-date with whatever is going on in our daily lives.\nExaminer: Thank you very much, that is the end of the speaking test. Thank you.",
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  "serial": 18,
  "title": "018 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 8.5 Mock Test | Bangladeshi Student 🇧🇩",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good evening, my name is Brick. Now, in this first part of this test, I will ask you questions about yourself. So, where are you from?\nCandidate: Um, basically, I'm from a small town that is called Rajshahid, which is just located in the southern part of the country that is Bangladesh.\nExaminer: Okay, and what do you like most about your hometown?\nCandidate: Um, I would say that we've got a lot of universities, schools, some international schools for students as well. So I would say that my hometown is quite famous for having proper education for the students. And as well, at the same time, I would say, like, during summer, uh, we can try, you know, having some different fruits at the same moment. So this is why, like, I would say that my hometown is quite famous.\nExaminer: Okay, and has your hometown changed over the last few years?\nCandidate: Uh, I would say that when I basically go to the downtown area, um, I figured out we've got a lot of finital buildings, come skyscrapers at the same time, and the road is become much wider compared to, you know, past decades. So, considering this aspect, I would say that yes, my- my hometown is evolving.\nExaminer: Okay, and are there any special places in your hometown that visitors should see?\nCandidate: Um, I would say that in my- in my hometown, uh, there is a specific place that is called Potma Garden. So it is basically located right next to the sea. Um, when it comes to visitors or some tourists, they can spend some quality time with their favorite ones. And at the same moment, they can try having some different traditional cuisine. I would say that.\nExaminer: Okay. And would you recommend your town to others?\nCandidate: Um, I would say that when it comes to recommending, uh, my hometown, uh, I really want to say that my hometown is quite popular for having different foods, you know, um, during summer. Uh, we've got a lot of variations or varieties of items, and at the same moment, I would say that the education system is quite, you know, bright, I would say that. So, by just addressing these two points, I would like to, you know, introduce my hometown to others.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, let's move on, uh, and talk about, uh, accommodation. So, do you live in a house or an apartment?\nCandidate: Um, I would say that this is more like our house. It's not an apartment. And we have in total five- five rooms. So, we've got three bedrooms. We've got one balcony, which is- which is attached to my room. And we've got a kitchen at the same time. So, we- we can try people in different cuisines definitely inside that place.\nExaminer: Okay, and what do you like about your home?\nCandidate: Um, I think the best part of, of my, of my house, I would say that the balcony, which is quite eye-catching, I would say that we've got several plants, um, which increase the beauty. And at the same moment, if I'm going to talk about my room where I tend to stay most of the time, which is quite a quiet, so we've got, we've got not too much noises. So I think like this is the best part of my house that I really admire.\nExaminer: Okay, and is there anything you would like to change about your house?\nCandidate: Um, I- I really want to emphasise a bit about my room. So, I think, considering the space, I think it's not that much long. So, if I get the opportunity, I want to increase the- the area of my room.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you prefer living in a house or an apartment?\nCandidate: Um, I think living in a house is quite convenient because we can do literally everything that we want. And I think staying in a flat, we've got some restrictions about, about, you know, staying in a, in a way, or sometimes we cannot do whatever we want. So to get the freedom, I would say that living in a house is the best option.\nExaminer: Okay, now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic, and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But, er, before that, you will have one minute to prepare your talk, and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes, I understand it.\nExaminer: Excellent. So, er, do you have a pen and paper?\nCandidate: Yes, I do have, yes.\nExaminer: Okay, excellent. So, I will share the topic with you now on the screen and your 60 seconds to make notes starts now. Okay, so your one minute is now over and you can speak whenever you are ready.\nCandidate: Okay. So, the book I really want to talk about at the moment, it is basically called English Grammar, uh, written by Shafin Ahmed. So, the book is basically quite fascinating to me because this book really helps me to improve my overall grammar skill. I would say that I'm not at the moment having a great knowledge about English grammars because we've got vast of items, we've got a number of items that always we need to cover. But at least the level currently I'm having it, it's just because I covered the book almost most of the chapters. Um, when it comes to the recommendation, I still remember back in 2020, um, around, um, the middle, the middle of the year, so one of my friends from my university who suggested that if you really want to improve your English, you should start from learning the grammars because it not just help you to feel confident, But also it really help you to improve your accuracy level. So he just suggested that you should- you should- you should go for this book and it really helps you with your overall grammar skill because that time I tend to make a lot of mistakes. Of course, like most of the chapters, um, I didn't get a chance to cover that time, but at least, um, the knowledge I used to have that time, that wasn't enough. So, my friend, uh, my friend and I, I, we- we went to a super shop. So, there's a particular area where people, they can purchase different items of books. Um, it could be some storybooks, sometimes we can purchase our books about different languages. So we went there and he helped me to find out that book. So when I- when I get a chance to see for, especially for a few chapters, the book looks quite, um, eye-catching in a sense that we've got few- few pictures in the middle of that book. It's not just in the middle, like most of the chapters, at least they- they put inside, like, few other pictures that helps the learner to\nExaminer: Thank you. Um, right. So, uh, we spoke about books. Uh, so let's move on and talk about, uh, books and reading in a bit more detail. So, uh, how important is reading, uh, for personal development?\nCandidate: Um, reading books is always important for everybody. It is not just helping individual for gathering different vocabularies, but also it really helps- helps for people to, um, to be patient, at the same time to earn knowledge, gather knowledge about different aspects. And at the same moment, uh, I- I think that if people do have enough time in their hands, like some spare time, not just doing some other activities, if they can cover different kind of books covering variety of aspects, they can, um, improve their knowledge. Uh, at the same time, they can pass their time in a great manner.\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you. And do you think, uh, young people today read more books or less, uh, than previous generations?\nCandidate: Um, in my opinion, a recent generation, I think individuals at the moment, they- they don't prefer physical books quite a lot because I believe, like, we've got a lot of advancements when it- when it comes to considering technology. So people mostly prefer to read books, um, online, uh, as we do have, like, variation- we do have a lot of options, like Google's, we can- we can get books from there. Or even we can- we can earn any kind of knowledge that we want. So we can get anything literally for free. So we don't need to pay money, uh, to purchase a book, but also we can- we can stay at home. We can just use our computer or using internet and we can get anything that we want for free enough. So young generations, I think they mostly prefer reading books online rather than going for physical items.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. And, uh, do you prefer, uh, reading online, or do you prefer reading, uh, hard copies\nCandidate: Uh, I would say that physical books is always great because when it comes to reading books online, sometimes a thing we can encounter, we may encounter some distractions. Uh, for ex- for example, for me, when it come- when it comes to having any kind of PDF online, so what happens when it comes to reading field lines? Afterwards, I got some notification from probably from Instagram or from YouTube, then Then straight on, like, I just push the button and I just start watching the videos or get some distractions. So, mostly to stay in touch, I really prefer reading physical books rather than going for online books.\nExaminer: Okay. And what do you think are, uh, some of the advantages of reading eBooks?\nCandidate: Um, as- as I said earlier, like, when it comes to physical books, we've got a lot of distractions. Sometimes we can have some difficulties, right? Because we need to pay money, we need to purchase in the first place. And at the same time, um, I think... I- I'm sorry, I just forget the question. Can I just repeat again?\nExaminer: Yeah, what do you think are some of the advantages of reading eBooks?\nCandidate: Okay, so when it comes to the advantages, I think the first thing about- about money, as we can get the e-books online for free, there's a lot of websites or, um, places from where we can gather books for free. I think that's the best advantages because we didn't need to pay money, but considering the physical books, Uh, I believe, right, we need to go to the market, we need to show some effort to get the book in our hand, and then we can- we have to start covering up. So, the best advantage is about when it comes to the money, I think e-books is the best option, in my opinion.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think, uh, schools and universities should encourage students to read more books?\nCandidate: Um, I would say that for personal development, um, not just university, but everybody should start reading books. And I think- I think from parents, I think- I think parents, they have the responsibility to encourage, uh, young ones, right, so that they can- they can start having that habits. And they can, day by day, they can- they can build up the habits, and at the same time, when they become adults, they can earn, you know, enormous amounts of knowledge. At the same time, they can- they can push themselves in a place where they don't have to take, you know, motivation from others, but they can go for reading books, items by themselves. So, I would say that universities, you know, especially professors, teachers, they also have the responsibility alongside parents.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Er, that brings us to the end of this test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 19,
  "title": "019 - IELTS SPEAKING TEST 3",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, hello and welcome, uh, to the IBM IELTS Academy. We are having an IELTS mock exam today, and I'm your examiner, Candida Magsian. What's your full name, please?\nCandidate: My name is Mohammad Saudat.\nExaminer: Ah, thank you. And may I see your ID, please? Thank you. And what's your student number, please?\nCandidate: Uh, 2345.\nExaminer: Ah, thank you very much. And where are you from?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm, uh, I'm from, uh, in Isfahan.\nExaminer: Okay. And, um, uh, do you work or study?\nCandidate: Um, uh, I study and, uh, I work.\nExaminer: Good. And so what do you study?\nCandidate: Uh, what do you study? Uh, I- I've been studying, uh, electrical engineering, uh, for four years.\nExaminer: Thank you. And what- where do you work?\nCandidate: Um, uh, I- I'm a carpenter.\nExaminer: Really?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: How interesting. And, um, do you often use a computer?\nCandidate: Um, um, yes. Uh, I- I use a lot, and I have been, uh, I have been, uh, computer buff.\nExaminer: Yes? A buffing, a computer buffing, okay. Um, how do you usually get online?\nCandidate: Um, uh, usually, uh, every day, yes.\nExaminer: Okay. And, um, do you prefer desktop or laptop?\nCandidate: Uh, laptop, yes.\nExaminer: What do you use a computer for?\nCandidate: Uh, computer for?\nExaminer: Why do you use a computer?\nCandidate: Yes, uh, uh, I- I listen a lot of podcasts with my laptop, and, uh, I have a lot of program, uh, for my, uh, for my field, and, uh, yes, I should, uh, work with my laptop.\nExaminer: Thank you. And do you think it's important to learn how to use a computer?\nCandidate: Yes, computer is important for learning, uh, and I think, uh, if, uh, computer, uh, computer, I don't- I haven't computer, uh, I have a big problem, uh, for learning.\nExaminer: Thank you. Alright, as you know, we've got three parts to this exam, and you've done the first part now. The second part is a cue card with a question and some other- a few questions, and you get one minute to prepare, and then you get two minutes to talk about it, and then the third and last part, I'm going to ask you some questions, and you get an opportunity to respond with longer sentences, you know, and show how much English you know. There you go. Thank you. I shall time you. Are you ready? To start? Okay.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Go ahead.\nCandidate: Hmm...\nExaminer: Okay, are you ready?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Let's go.\nCandidate: Uh, many years ago, I- I read a book, uh, that book, uh, was about, um, uh, climbing, and, uh, because I'm a camper and a climber, and I like, uh, adventuring book, uh, because, uh, I read this book. Uh, the book, uh, the- the book writer, uh, was Nirmal Purja. Nirmal Purja is, uh, Uh, he's best climber in the world, and he climb 14 peak in Himalaya. And, um, because, uh, I like climbing to Himalaya, I prefer read- read this book. Um, uh, I read this book about five years ago, because, uh, five years ago, I want, uh, go to Damovan Mountain, and, uh, I think this book is very good for me. Um, um, this book, uh, is an adventuring book, as, uh, and, Uh, this writer write a- a lot of, uh, experience, uh, in this Himalaya, in this book, and, uh, in this book, uh, for me is, uh, best- best book, yes.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much. Okay, so we go on to part three now. All right, um, do people in your nation like to read books?\nCandidate: Um, yes, uh, very climber, uh, in Iran. I read this book and, uh, I, um, and, uh, they, uh, they prefer this book because, uh, in this book there are many experience and there are many, uh, lesson for climber and climbing in a lot of mountain.\nExaminer: And do you think people in your country read a lot in general?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: They do?\nCandidate: Yes, many people read it.\nExaminer: Not just that book, but do they read in general?\nCandidate: Yes, many people read a lot of magazines on this book in Iran.\nExaminer: Thank you. What books are most popular in your country?\nCandidate: I think...\nExaminer: It should be which books actually are most popular, excuse me.\nCandidate: Uh, yes. Uh, in Iran, I think, um, I think adventure in book is very popular because, um, many people are adventurer and a camper and, um, climber, yes.\nExaminer: Thank you. And do you think reading is important?\nCandidate: Yes, because, er, in this book, there are many experiences and there are many lessons that, er, if everyone, er, wants go- go to mountain, er, should read it and should, er, should, er, listen it. Okay.\nExaminer: Do you think, erm, that giving a book as a gift is a good option?\nCandidate: Yes. Yes. Uh, this, uh, book, uh, was given for me, and, uh, uh, I read it, uh, this book, and, uh, I prefer, uh, that, uh, give el- give, uh, to another climber.\nExaminer: And do you think that children should be enga- encouraged to read books?\nCandidate: Uh...\nExaminer: Do you think children?\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Should be encouraged to read books?\nCandidate: No. Uh, I think, uh, this book, uh, is... Not this book.\nExaminer: Books.\nCandidate: Okay. Uh, yes. Uh, for children?\nExaminer: Yes, generally. Not- not the climbing book.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: But do you think they should be encouraged to read other books?\nCandidate: Yes, um, book is friend all people, and I think, uh, I think, uh, if everyone, uh, gets this friend, uh, he or she can successful, can, yes, can get top level of understanding, and, yes.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. All right, this is the end of your mock exam.",
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  "serial": 20,
  "title": "020 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 5 Mock Test | Bangladeshi Student 🇧🇩",
  "transcription": "Examiner: My name is Brik. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: I'm Iftikhar Ahmed.\nExaminer: Thank you. And what should I call you today?\nCandidate: You can call me Iftikhar.\nExaminer: Iftikhar. Thank you, Iftikhar. So, in this first part of the test, I will ask you questions about yourself. So, uh, do you have any hobbies?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, I do have, uh, a lot of hobbies. Uh, in my free time, I love playing cricket, and this is one of my hobbies as well. Uh, there are so many things others, uh, like, uh, I do like playing, uh, video games in my mobile as well, and these are my, uh, hobbies.\nExaminer: Okay, and how often do you spend time on your hobbies?\nCandidate: Uh, basically, I often, a lot of time, uh, though I think we shouldn't be, uh, spending much time on our hobbies, but I do a lot. Uh, as I have told it, I play a lot of video games, uh, most of the time I'm on my phone and I play games, uh, whenever I have free time.\nExaminer: Okay. And is there a hobby you used to have but no longer have?\nCandidate: Uh, uh, yes, yeah, there are, uh, few hobbies that I used to, uh, have, but, uh, right now, I don't have, uh, so many, I don't, uh, do so many of them. Uh, like, I used to play football as well, uh, but, uh, as, uh, I, um, my friends, my old friends are not, uh, right now, not with me, so I don't play football, and, yes, there are many more.\nExaminer: Okay, and would you like to take up a new hobby in the future?\nCandidate: Uh, if, uh, anything interesting I, uh, anything interesting I can do in, uh, do next, uh, as my hobby, then I would love to do that. Uh, like, uh, I'm the person who love, uh, learning things or doing things, doing new things, actually. So, if anything interesting ever comes to, uh, comes as an opportunity to do, then I would love to.\nExaminer: Thank you. And do you think that hobbies are important for everyone?\nCandidate: Uh, obviously, I do think that, uh, hobbies are very important for everyone, uh, because, uh, these are the things that, uh, always keeps our minds, uh, fresh and energetic as well. Uh, because, uh, in our day-to-day life, we face a lot of problems, uh, a lot of tough situations, but, uh, hobbies are the things that, uh, keeps our body and mind both fresh.\nExaminer: Okay? Right, now let's move on to a different topic, and let's talk about food. So, what kind of food do you usually eat?\nCandidate: Uh, uh, I do eat a lot of junk foods, uh, whenever I go outside. Uh, if anything, uh, I- I'm a foodie. I'm a foodie, and that's why, uh, whenever I see foods, uh, that I love, uh, I always love having them. So the junk foods that I order.\nExaminer: And junk food, that's good. And is there a type of food that you don't like?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, there, uh, uh, I don't like, uh, sweet foods. Uh, the foods that, uh, taste, uh, much sweet, uh, I don't like, uh, them much, actually. Because I'm a person who like having, uh, spicy foods are, uh, sore as well, but I don't like, uh, sweet foods.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you enjoy cooking?\nCandidate: Uh, I am not a person who always cooks, but, uh, whenever I, uh, have- have the time to cook something, then I try my- my- try my best. Uh, sometimes, uh, I cook for my family as well, but not- this is not, uh, a thing that I do often.\nExaminer: Okay, and are there any traditional dishes, uh, that you like?\nCandidate: Yes, there are a lot of traditional, uh, dishes that I like. Uh, in Bangladesh, um, uh, the traditional, uh, foods like... pitha. Uh, we have, uh, pithas a lot, and as this is a, uh, month of winter, uh, in winter, uh, in Bangladesh, there are a lot of, uh, pithas are made. So, yes, I love traditional foods.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you like to eat at home, or do you prefer to eat outside?\nCandidate: Uh, I prefer both, but, uh, I love, uh, having food in my house, uh, most, uh, because I think that's, uh, healthy for me, uh, and there's also, in taste-wise, I love my, uh, uh, home foods.\nExaminer: Okay, now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic, and I would like you to speak about this topic for two minutes. But, before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk, and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes, I do.\nExaminer: Okay, I will now share the topic. Okay, so, uh, you can make notes, and I will give you 60 seconds to make notes, okay? Okay, so your one minute is now over, and you can begin to speak.\nCandidate: Uh... If I particularly talk about a trip that I had, uh, recently, and that is actually one of my memorable ones as well, then I would like to talk about the trip that I had, uh, maybe a year ago with my friends. Uh, that was in, uh, Cox's Whistler, where I live, but, uh, actually, uh, it is, uh, uh, quite far from my home- home as well. Um, so, uh, the- the name of the place is, uh, Mirinja Valley, uh, Mirinja Valley. Um, there I went with my friends, uh, we were like, uh, ten of our friends, uh, going there. This is a place, uh, of mountains. Uh, in that place, uh, it was a lot of fun with everyone. Uh, because, uh, there, uh, we, uh, we went there with a special, uh, car called, uh, . Uh, well, we had a lot of fun, uh, um, during that, during, uh, going to that, uh, trip. Uh, and after going there, uh, we did a lot of things as well, which was- which still is very memorable for me. Like, um, we- we had BBQ, uh, in that, uh, in that particular, um, uh, mountain. Uh, and also, there are other things that I have done, uh, like, uh, we cooked, uh, food for ourselves, and, uh, and the most special part of the trip was the view, uh, uh, before the morning, uh, before the sun arises. Because, uh, at that time, uh, we were in- we were in that, um, mountain, and we were- every one of us was, uh, enjoying the view of the, uh, sun. Sorry, not this, uh, uh, um, view of the, uh, clouds. Uh, there were a lot of stairs in that, uh, in that time was, uh, visible. As, uh, I do live in a city, uh, we can't, um, most of the time see the stairs, uh, uh, perfectly.\nExaminer: But, uh... Thank you. Thank you very much. And we've now come to the end of part two, so let's move on to part three, where we will talk about travel and tourism in a bit more detail. So, why do people enjoy traveling to new places?\nCandidate: Uh, people do enjoy, love, uh, traveling to different places because, uh, most of the peoples loves- love exploring things, exploring places, uh, and that's the reason, uh, they, uh, love, uh, going to new places.\nExaminer: Okay, and what are the benefits, uh, of tourism, uh, for a country?\nCandidate: Uh, bene- uh, benefits of tourism for a country is huge, uh, because, uh, from that aspect, uh, they can earn a lot of money, uh, especially the, um, foreign- foreign money, uh, which, uh, the, uh, visitors brings. Um, and from the local- local peoples, they can also earn a lot as well.\nExaminer: Okay. And are there any negative effects of tourism on local communities?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, there are a few, uh, negative aspects as well, uh, of tourism. Uh, like, uh, if, uh, if there is a place where a lot of tourists, um, uh, come and go, then, uh, the traffic system of that place, uh, really hampers. Uh, and there are, uh, other things like, um, um, global warming, uh, related things also happens.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think it is better to travel alone or to travel with your friends and family?\nCandidate: Uh, I personally think that, uh, traveling with the family or friends are most enjoyable because, uh, if I ever go alone, then I would feel bored, maybe, or I would be out of ideas. But if I have friends with me or my family with me, then I can, uh, do a lot of things with them. We can have fun together.\nExaminer: Yes. Okay. And do you think there are any benefits of traveling alone?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, maybe, uh, I think there are a few, um, sorry, actually, I would like to hear the question again.\nExaminer: Yeah. Um, do you think there are any benefits of traveling alone?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, there are a few, uh, benefits as well of traveling alone. Uh, like, uh, if we are exhausted of our daily life, then we can have some me time as well, uh, if we are traveling alone. Uh, we can do whatever we want. We don't have to think of others, uh, if we are, uh, traveling alone.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think that governments should invest more in tourism?\nCandidate: Yes, I do think, because, uh, this is a huge, uh, uh, profitable aspect for a country. So, uh, government should, uh, yeah, government should, uh, um, sorry, actually, I'm out of words.\nExaminer: Okay, that's fine. We'll move on to the next question, which is that, do you think it is better to travel locally or to an international place?\nCandidate: Uh... I think, uh, both are, uh, really good, uh, and if I personally talk about, uh, on- only one thing, then I would say that, uh, locally is, uh, pro- uh, bene- um, good for a person. Uh, if someone is, uh, locally, uh, trying to... I'm sorry, I'm... having problem. Okay, right.\nExaminer: Okay, we've come to the end of the test, so we will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 21,
  "title": "021 - IELTS Band 9 Speaking Test | Clear and Confident Answer (2023)",
  "transcription": "Examiner: This is the speaking test for the International English Language Testing System. The candidate is Karishma Septimo. The number is 012999. And the examiner is Mohamad Marufiroz, the number 454687. Good afternoon, my name is Mohamad Marufiroz, and what is your full name?\nCandidate: Good afternoon, my full name is Karishma Septimomola.\nExaminer: And what shall I call you?\nCandidate: You may call me by my first name, Karishma.\nExaminer: And where are you from?\nCandidate: I was born here, actually, in Bangladesh, but majority of my life, I actually grew up in the Philippines, so I would say I'm from the Philippines.\nExaminer: In the first part of the test, I'm going to ask you some questions. Do you work, or are you a student?\nCandidate: I would consider myself a student right now, even though I recently graduated from university with a degree in chemistry, I'm actually in the process of applying to graduate schools abroad, in the field of masters in medical by technology.\nExaminer: Okay. Why did you choose that particular subject?\nCandidate: Uh, the reason I chose a Master's in Medical Biotechnology because during my sophomore year in- in my undergraduate, I took a similar course called Microbiology Biotechnology. However, it's only a four-unit course, so it's pretty short in duration, and I was really interested in how, uh, chemistry was being applied in the medical field, and I would like to enhance more my knowledge in that field.\nExaminer: Let's talk about weather. Now it's winter. Is it your favorite time of the year?\nCandidate: Yes, here in Bangladesh, I would say winter is my favorite season, even though it's only, like, two months out of the entire year, but I really enjoy it because during the winter, I enjoy playing badminton with my family, and I also like the special dishes that are being made during- in the, like, that are being sold in the street vendors in Bangladesh. For example, one of my favorite winter dishes is pizza.\nExaminer: So, what do you do in winter when the weather is very cold?\nCandidate: So when the weather is very cold, I tend to stay indoors so that I won't fall sick. But if ever I do need to go out, then usually me and my family, we would visit other relatives' house and just, um, enjoy their company.\nExaminer: Do you like traveling during winter?\nCandidate: Yes, I do like traveling during winter because, uh, during the winter month, we do receive a long extended break from school. So me and my fam- me and my family, we would travel to my father's village, which is also here in Bangladesh. And it's really nice because I'm able to, again, catch up with my cousins and family members who live in the village and also try their winter dishes.\nExaminer: Did you enjoy winter holidays when you were at school?\nCandidate: Yes, I did enjoy winter holidays. In Bangladesh, um, whenever winter does arrive, we do get a long break, which is, I think, one month in duration, and we either go abroad or travel locally in Bangladesh. One of my fondest memories as a child was actually traveling to Cox's Bazaar and being able to, uh, enjoy the winter there- there by, um, trying out new dishes or traveling locally there. For example, we went to Sunderban and St. Martin.\nExaminer: Okay. Now let's move on to the second part of the speaking test. I'm going to give you a topic and I would like you to talk about it for one or two minutes. Uh, before you talk, you have, uh, one minute to think about it. Uh, you can make some notes if you wish. Do you understand? Your preparation time is over now. Uh, remember you have one or two minutes for this, so don't worry if I stop you. Would you like to start now?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Please.\nCandidate: Okay, so, um, a new technological device that I'll be talking about is actually the PCR machine that was utilized during the COVID-19 pandemic. So as part of my undergraduate curriculum, we actually got the opportunity to utilize this machine because it's actually available in my laboratory. So this actually happened just a couple of months ago during my fourth year. Um, so the PCR machine itself is called the polymerase chain reaction machine, and it's utilized to detect whether a sample, um, contains a positive or negative COVID, um, detection. And, basically, it's actually fairly, uh, easy to use. You just need a sample, and our COVID sample was inactive, meaning that even though it is going to be positive if you re- if you detect it, it wouldn't infect other people. So we were safe when we used the sample. And all you have to do is mix it with other reagents and put it in the machine itself. The machine is fairly simple to use. You only need to incubate it and amplify the sample for only 30 minutes. And the machine can also handle more than 100 samples at a time. So, what's unfortunate is understanding that how the government was making a business out of these COVID, um, testing. Because, as we all know, uh, COVID tests are very expensive. However, the time and effort that it needs to even test a sample is actually very short and very simple. And... If, you know, if you had the means to contact the government, then we would actually suggest to lower the prices of these, um, COVID testing centers, and so that it's more easier for the general public to be able to utilize them. Okay.\nExaminer: Thank you. Thank you very much. Uh, which latest technology items would many young people like to buy?\nCandidate: I think it depends on their gender. For example, younger males, they tend to, uh, gravitate towards things that are more, um, I guess, that are in more- more in trend. For example, maybe the latest smartwatches or the latest gadget like cellphones. Also, they tend to gravitate towards, like, gaming devices, so gaming consoles like the latest PS5 or the latest Xbox. However, for girls, I would say that they're, uh, they tend to focus more on the beauty aspect, so I guess they would spend money on maybe,\nExaminer: How do the expensive items that younger people want to buy differ from those that older people want to buy?\nCandidate: Uh, here in Bangladesh, the older generation, they tend to be a lot more conscious in what they, um, are spending their money with. And also, since they've worked for a long period of time, they also have a higher revenue of their funds. Um, so for example, in Bangladesh, the older generation, they might spend their money on buying different properties, or houses, or even cars, so that their own children may be able to inherit it one day. However, the younger generation, they tend to be a lot more influenced by what's happening during the media, and So they gravitate towards buying things that, again, are, um, like digital, uh, watches or maybe cell phones so that they're able to show off maybe to their peers to gain more attention.\nExaminer: How difficult is it to become rich in this world?\nCandidate: Um, as you all know, we're going through an economic crisis, not only here in Bangladesh, but I think the rest of the world as well. They also are going through maybe like an economic recession. So I think right now, currently, it's a bit hard to become rich. However, at the end of the day, if you do have the connections and you're making wise decisions in understanding where your money is going and you have the determination effort, then I think you can become rich, but maybe not right now, but maybe further down the line.\nExaminer: Do you agree that money doesn't bring happiness?\nCandidate: Yes, I do agree that money doesn't bring happiness, but I do believe that it does bring opportunities, and also gives you a peace of mind. If you do have the extra income, then you- you don't have to, like, worry about the day-to-day struggles of where, you know, where you can earn money. Instead, you can use that money to spend it on things that you enjoy, and again, these can create temporary happiness.\nExaminer: In your opinion, what are the ways might rich people use their money to help the society?\nCandidate: Rich people have a res- sense of- should have a sense of responsibility of where their money is going, and if you do have the extra income, then I think it's your responsibility to be able to donate to, maybe, different charities or organizations that will- will be able to utilize your money in a greater effort. Because, at the end of the day, I don't think everyone has the- the time or the means to be able to, like, go door-to-door to, like, spend their money, but if you are able to donate to a particular organization, then they could do the work for you.\nExaminer: Thank you. That is the end of this picking test.",
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  "serial": 22,
  "title": "022 - IELTS SPEAKING BAND 9",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello, good afternoon, and welcome to IBM IELTS Academy, and we're going to have a mock test today. I'm your examiner, Candida Magsien. Um, what's your full name, please?\nCandidate: Hello, good afternoon.\nExaminer: Good afternoon.\nCandidate: My full name is Farida Hosseini.\nExaminer: And could I see your ID card, please?\nCandidate: Yes, sure, please.\nExaminer: Thank you. Alright, thank you. And, um, have you got your ID number, your student ID number?\nCandidate: Er, 1-6-0-0-0-1-7-8.\nExaminer: Thank you very much. Where are you from?\nCandidate: I'm from, you know...\nExaminer: Anywhere, which city, as far? Okay, and do you work or study?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm studying literature.\nExaminer: You studied literature. And do you study now, or do you work?\nCandidate: No, I study before.\nExaminer: And do you work now?\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: What do you do?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm applying for, uh, continuing my education in a foreign country.\nExaminer: Alright, that's great. So we're going to now start the exam. You know it's three parts. The first part's, um, I'll ask you some questions and, uh, you can give me some short answers. And then you get a cue card and some time to actually prepare. One minute and two minutes to talk about the subject or the question. And three, I will ask you more questions. When you get a ti- you get more time, so you can use complex sentences and give more information. And all of the exam is giving you an opportunity to show how much English you know. So, the more you can speak about something, the better. Alright. So, let's start. Uh, how often do you read?\nCandidate: Um, I like to read often, quite often. Uh, I read magazines, newspapers, and textbooks at least three or four times a week.\nExaminer: Okay, and, um, do you have many books at home?\nCandidate: Uh, no, I don't have any books at home. Uh, I only have my textbooks, uh, because, uh, I usually borrow different books from the library.\nExaminer: Thank you. And what type of books do children read nowadays?\nCandidate: Um, nowadays, generally speaking, children, um, reading habit of children is on the decline. Uh, whatever they read are on the base of more, uh, fiction or fantasy or supernatural characters like Barbie, Superman, or something like that.\nExaminer: Thank you. And how much do you- should a child read every day?\nCandidate: A child should read half to one hour daily. I think that would be enough considering that they have to go to school and do their homework as well.\nExaminer: Thank you. What is the difference between the books sold in the past and the books sold today?\nCandidate: I think in the past, uh, books, um, related to some real concepts, like, uh, religion, history, tradition, or culture were sold. But nowadays, uh, books, especially novels, uh, mostly are based on fiction and fantasy.\nExaminer: Thank you. Okay, let's move on to the second part. And, uh, this is about your- the question is, talk about an article that you have read about health. So you get a minute to prepare. And, uh, are you ready for your minute?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you. Okay. Go ahead.\nCandidate: Um, I read an article about, um, intermittent fasting, uh, that I found it very interesting. Uh, I read it online on, uh, New York Times. In December last year. Honestly, I've always struggled with eating a healthy diet and keeping my weight in control. I wanted to make a New Year's resolution for the coming year to follow a healthy lifestyle and adopt a better eating habit. Um, I had a winter break, so I had some free time to do some research, um, on, um, Um, healthy living before the new year. So, I went online and start searching, uh, for ways to lose weight. And, um, that's when I saw some articles about intermittent fasting. Um, one of them was from New York Times, uh, That- and, uh, that's the article I wanted to read. Uh, because, uh, I found the news and articles from the New York Times, uh, to be rel- to be reliable and well researched. Uh, anyway, um, the article explained, um, the intermittent fasting. Uh, and, um, uh, it said, uh, intermittent fasting means fasting for 16 hours every day. Uh, it can be done by eating dinner at 8 p.m., um, skipping breakfast, and having the first meal at noon. Also, um, people, uh, can start fasting for 12 hours and gradually increase to 16 hours. Uh, this, uh, helps in losing weight, uh, as, uh, during fasting, uh, glucose, uh, gets depleted and our body starts, uh, burning fat as energy. And, uh, the article also mentioned that, um, everyday fasting can reduce the risk of other diseases like diabetes, uh, Alzheimer's, and some cancers. Uh, in fact, before reading this article, I thought people just, uh, fast for some religious reasons. And, uh, there were no health benefits. Uh, and also, I thought, uh, it was important to eat three meals per day, because, um, eating breakfast early, uh, boosted our metabolism. Uh, to sum up, um, I found all this information very useful and interesting, so I began to- I began following this diet. Uh, of course, uh, it was hard at first, and I almost, uh, gave up. But I was, uh, beginning, um, amazing- I was beginning to see amazing result, and that kept me going.\nExaminer: And, so... Thank you. Thank you. Alright, let's move on to part two, three. Um, do you think people are healthier now than in the past?\nCandidate: Hmm, no, I think people were healthier in the past because they had the good, pure foods with no additives, with no harmful additives. Um, fresh, clean air to breathe, And, um, a better work-life balance and more time to physical activities. In contrast, nowadays, there were so many fast food options, so that people are eating junk food more than, um, healthy home-cooked meals.\nExaminer: Thank you. Um, how can you tell whether a website is reliable or not? Website?\nCandidate: I suppose, um, one way is to check URL and see if it's a trusted company or a government agency or university. And another way is to double check the information provided. If a credible site contradicts the information provided by a website, then that site can't be trusted.\nExaminer: Thank you. And what activities can the school organize to keep children fit?\nCandidate: To keep students active, um, schools can organize, um, fun sports events like sack race or relay rounds. And, uh, in addition, uh, schools, uh, can Um, can organize some, uh, educa- physical education classes in their daily, uh, curriculum, and, uh, they can increase, uh, recess time, so that students, uh, get more time to play outside.\nExaminer: Thank you. And what can governments do to improve people's health?\nCandidate: Mm-hmm. Governments can help, uh, people's health, uh, by, um, providing them, uh, affordable, good quality health care or, um, building, uh, more green spaces like parks, sports stadiums, uh, so that, uh, people, uh, have somewhere to walk, exercise, or play. And also, by taxing, uh, junk foods, um, sugar drinks, uh, alcohol, or tobacco.\nExaminer: Thank you very much. Okay, so that is the end of your IELTS exam, and I'm going to give you some feedback, alright? Thank you.",
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  "serial": 23,
  "title": "023 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 4.5 Mock Test | Kazakhstan Student 🇰🇿",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good evening. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My full name is Sara Kuchin-Betova.\nExaminer: Thank you. And what should I call you today?\nCandidate: Ah, you can just call me Sara. It's to recall easy.\nExaminer: Yes, it is. Okay, so, uh, we will start with part one of the speaking test and I will ask you questions about yourself. So, let's talk about your daily routine. Uh, what is your typical day like?\nCandidate: Yeah, uh, I- uh, I think daily routine is important in everyone's life. Uh, about me, um, I usually woke up around at, uh, 7 to, uh, around at 7 a.m. in the morning. After that, I, uh, brush my teeth and wash, uh, my face sometimes if I had a free time. Uh, I, uh, usually try to, uh, get a shower. Uh, it, uh, it gives me feel, uh, feeling relax. And, uh, after that, I, uh, I, uh, hm, do my, uh, do my, uh, homework. It's, uh, just, uh, my, uh, reading, uh, about my reading topics, so. After that, I, um, uh, I have a breakfast time around, um, 9, uh, 9 a.m., and, and then I, uh, uh, and then I continue my routine with, uh, uh, get ready, get ready to go out.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you have the same routine every day?\nCandidate: Uh, well, uh, but I think, uh, on weekends, uh, I have a different routine because, um, I usually on the weekend, uh, just, uh, do, uh, my, uh, uh, my household works. And, um, try to go out with my friends and with my family members. So I think it's, um, maybe difference.\nExaminer: Okay. And which parts of your daily routine do you enjoy the most?\nCandidate: Um, the- the most interesting part, uh, doing my routine, it's get ready, get ready with me. And actually I like, uh, I like to choose, uh, to, uh, choose, uh, my dress, uh, to go out. And especially it's important for, uh, for me on, uh, on daily, uh, on daily my life. And, um, also I do, uh, I make makeup and it gives me, uh, it gives me some good feelings such as, um, such as, uh, Enjoying and, uh, I feel funny.\nExaminer: Okay. And are you more productive in the morning or in the evening?\nCandidate: Uh, to compare- to compare in the evening and the morning, uh, I think I'm more productive in the morning because in the morning I have, um, more- more energy, uh, than the- Uh, evening. Uh, so it, uh, sometimes depends on my daily, uh, difficulties and, or challenges, maybe. But I'm, I think I'm, uh, productive, uh, in the evening.\nExaminer: Okay. And, uh, what would you like to change about your daily routine?\nCandidate: Um, uh, uh, I like, uh, changing my daily routine, um, especially, um, sometimes I try to spend my time quality. Uh, and, uh, yeah, if I- if I had, uh, if I had a problem or difficulties, I just, uh, try to don't, uh, think anything. So, uh, it's, uh, my day. Okay.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Right, we are now going to move on to the second part of the speaking test and in this part, I will give you a topic and you will be expected to talk about that topic for one to two minutes. But, before you speak, I will give you 60 seconds to make notes. So, on your screen, you can see the card, uh, and you have 60 seconds to make notes. Uh, you may begin. Okay, your one minute is now over, uh, and you can start to speak.\nCandidate: Yeah. Uh, today I want to talk about a special, uh, meal, um, I have ever, uh, taste. Um, it was, uh, one month ago, uh, and, uh, and, um, we, uh, me and my cousin, uh, also my friends, uh, friends celebrated, uh, due to my birthday party. And, uh, also, um, there was, uh, it was at the restaurant, at, uh, at one of the popular restaurants in Astana. Uh... Uh, and, uh, I, uh, ordered, uh, pasta, Italian pasta. Uh, however, uh, no, uh, in fact, uh, before this time, I dislike Italian, uh, Italian foodists. Uh, I don't know, uh, I just, uh, like, I like, um, uh, traditional foods, uh, but, uh, when, uh, when I, uh, taste this food, I really feel, uh, uh, exactly, um, good, and, uh, it gives me some, um, emotional, good emotions. Uh, uh, after that, uh, we decided, uh, uh, we decided, uh, the REM, uh, uh, go- go to the REM, now, again. Yes, and, uh, I say, uh, I think, uh, special, uh, foods, uh, is made, um, uh, chicken and some...\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Um, let us now talk about food and eating habits in a bit more detail. So, uh, how have eating habits changed in your country over the last years, over the last few years?\nCandidate: Uh, y- yes, of course. Uh, eating ha- uh, eating habits, uh, uh, changed- changed over the last year, and it depends some, uh, situation. Um, also, uh, in my country, in Kazakhstan, uh, live a- a lot of, uh, foreign, um, Uh, foreign people, so, uh, uh, there are, uh, a lot of restaurant, uh, has developed, uh, and, uh, it's, uh, it is cause of, uh, changing.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think that people today eat healthier food than in the past?\nCandidate: Um, to compare, uh, to compare present time and the past time, um, I think no, because, uh, nowadays people live, uh, uh, in, um, uh, In a flying time, and, uh, time is, uh, fly, uh, flies, um, so, uh, they haven't a lot of time, uh, to do, uh, to cooking, or, uh, to cooking at home, so they just ordered, uh, uh, from a restaurant. And go to restaurant with, uh, friends, with, um, families, uh, and I think, uh, sometimes, uh, it isn't, um, a healthy year for them and for their health.\nExaminer: Okay. And is fast food, uh, popular in your country?\nCandidate: Yeah, of course, uh, at the present time, I think, uh, one of the most popular food is fast food, especially, uh, in young generation. Uh, as I'm, uh, as I'm, uh, young generation, I, uh, um, I go to out with my friends to try, uh, to try, um, Uh, fast food and, uh, I think it's, uh, non-healthy for my health but, uh, sometimes, uh, I want to taste this, uh, food.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think eating together as a family is important?\nCandidate: Uh, uh, yes, uh, eating with, uh, fa- uh, eating around, uh, you- around your families is important, especially it's, um, uh, to, uh, keep, uh, get in touch with your family members, and, um, Uh, in about me, uh, before this time, uh, I, uh, was, uh, lived in, uh, Shymkent country. It's so we, uh, my parents, uh, teach, uh, teach me, uh, waiting, uh, my, uh, my relievers, uh, and we also, uh,\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much. We've now come to the end of this test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 24,
  "title": "024 - Band 9 IELTS Speaking interview 2023 (with subtitle)",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello and welcome to this practice exam conducted by British American Resource Centre. My name is Maruf and I'm your practice examiner. These exam questions are designed to simulate the IELTS speaking test. So let's begin. At the beginning of the IELTS test, you'll be required to provide your passport or an ID, but as this is a practice test, you don't require any ID today. Now, in the first part of the test, I'm going to ask you some questions about yourself. What is your full name?\nCandidate: My full name is Yamin Zamaj Chaudhary. You can call me Yamin, just like everyone else, too.\nExaminer: And where are you from?\nCandidate: I'm originally from Noakhali, but I'm currently residing in Dhaka.\nExaminer: And do you enjoy watching movies?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, I do enjoy watching movies, actually.\nExaminer: What kind of movies do you like to watch?\nCandidate: The genre that I like to watch is a combination of comedy and action itself.\nExaminer: Do you prefer watching movies at home or in a theater?\nCandidate: I prefer watching movies in a theater because the screen is usually bigger than in our home and we can also take as many friends as we want with us.\nExaminer: What is the last movie you watched and what did you think of it?\nCandidate: The last movie that I watched was Avatar, The Way of Life, and I think it was a pretty good movie.\nExaminer: Thank you. This is the end of the part one, and now I would like to move on to part two. In this part, I'm going to give you a topic, and I'd like you to talk about it for one or two minutes. Before you talk, you will have one minute to think about what you're going to say. You can make notes if you wish. So here's the paper, uh, the pencil for making notes, and your topic is, describe a movie that made a strong impression on you. So from now, your time starts. Remember, you have one or two minutes for this, so don't worry if I stop you, I'll tell you when the time is up. Can you start speaking now, please?\nCandidate: Yes, so the movie that made a strong impression on me was Avengers Age of Ultron. Avengers itself is a series, and Age of Ultron is a part of it. The movie was about the advancement of technology and how technology can perpetuate to destroy a whole race itself. If we do not control technology, then what can happen to our, you know, species and everything? The main characters, there were many main characters in there, as it is a movie of group of heroes, but if we were to mention some of them, they would be, uh, Wanda, Vision, uh, Iron Man, Spider-Man, and Captain America, and Hulk also. Hulk is one of my favourite heroes. So, what I liked about the movie is the graphics. It was very advanced, uh, related to the technology advancement of that time, and the negative use of technology has been portrayed in the whole movie, so we can know what technology can do to us if we use it in a negative way, and As movies are, uh, of stress reduction, so I think this actually led me to reduce my stress of that time, and the humor presented was absolutely very great, because I, myself, am a sarcasm-loving person, so the humor presented in this movie was good. And also, this movie taught us how, if we are united and...\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Now, I'd like to ask you some questions related to the topic. Would you recommend this movie to others?\nCandidate: Yes, I will surely recommend this movie to others, because then only people can know how technology can destroy us, and if we do not keep technology on a leash, then what will happen to us and our species?\nExaminer: Okay, and what other movies have you seen that were similar to this one?\nCandidate: Some other movies that I've seen similar to this were The Blade Runner, The Matrix, Spider-Man, Iron Man, and The Maze Runner as well.\nExaminer: Thank you. This is the end of part two. May I have the pencil and the paper? Thank you very much. Now I'd like to move on to part three, and I'm going to ask you several questions. What is the impact of movies on society?\nCandidate: Well, when it comes to impact, there are both positive and negative sides, and just like this, in the movie industry as well, there are positive and negative impact of movies in our social and cultural life. If we talk about the positive impact, movies can help a person to become a better version of themselves, and they can promote empathy and understanding. However, on the negative side, if we see, movies actually influence the young people into our aggressive brawl culture and also glamorize violence and thus it leads to desensitization in our real life issues.\nExaminer: Great. How has technology changed the way people watch movies?\nCandidate: Technology has a huge impact on everyone's life since, uh, the last generation. And technology has actually changed the way we watch movies now. For example, in the past, we used to watch movies on television or big screens only. But now we can watch movies online just with the help of an electronic device anywhere in the world.\nExaminer: What are some benefits of watching movies?\nCandidate: When it comes to benefits, movies actually have a significant number of them. For example, we can learn new language skills and new words from the movies, and also the children, they can learn about history and also, uh, Normal humor sense, good sense of humor from the movies.\nExaminer: What are some of the downsides of the movie industry?\nCandidate: Even though there are benefits, there are also some drawbacks. For example, uh, children, they often imitate, the young people, the teenagers, they often feel imitated by others. For example, if we talk about, um, celebrities that work in the movie industry, Their vulgar fashion sense and also their food diet, all of these are imitated by the children. So as a result, this is actually a negative impact for the whole culture that it includes in here.\nExaminer: Do you think that movies should be used as a tool for education?\nCandidate: If we are talking about a particular set of movies, then yes, but then again, too much of everything is very harmful. So, I think we can use this, but only under supervision of an adult. Okay.\nExaminer: What is the role of movies in different cultures around the world?\nCandidate: Movies have both positive and negative impact on culture around the world. For example, some people are motivated by it. On the other hand, some people learn violence and aggressive brawl culture from movies. So that actually would depend on the kind of and genre of movie it is. For example, If we are talking about Hollywood movies, they teach us how to accept anything lightly, not to make a fuss about everything. And if we watch Indian movies, that is the Bollywood movies, we can see most of the movies are action movies. There's the children, you know, they learn how to fight from there and also get into aggressive- aggression in there.\nExaminer: Great. This is the end of the speaking test. Thank you very much. Thank you.",
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  "serial": 25,
  "title": "025 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 4.5 Mock Test | Bangladeshi Student 🇧🇩",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good evening. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My name is Moinabne Manna.\nExaminer: Thank you. And what should I call you today?\nCandidate: You can call me Manna.\nExaminer: Manna. Thank you, Manna. Now, in this first part of the test, I will ask you questions about yourself. So, what is your favourite subject to study?\nCandidate: Uh, actually, I completed my honours, uh, in political science, so it was my favourite subject, uh, that I completed, uh, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, and did you enjoy school as a child?\nCandidate: Yeah, of course. Uh, when I was, uh, child, I read in school nearby our village. Uh, it was so a must for me because I was really, uh, benefited from, uh, school time. It was so, uh, um, pleased and, uh, I had so many, uh, friends that, uh, interested me so, so I think it was a great time for me.\nExaminer: Okay? And are there any subjects you wish you had studied?\nCandidate: Uh, though I have, uh, need my, uh, I finished my course in political science, uh, if I chance, uh, in future, uh, for get higher study in abroad, uh, then I want to chose, uh, the, uh, uh, I want to chose a subject to, uh, related to, related to my subjects, and in this field, I can chose, uh, the public administration, because I want to, uh, engage myself, uh, in a government body, so in that perspective, I... I can realize that if I started in, uh, public policy or public administration, that would be, uh, best for me, I think.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you prefer to study alone or do you prefer to study with your friends?\nCandidate: Uh, it actually depends on, uh, when I, uh, when I record a more deep study for any topics to better understand, then I chose, uh, only for, uh, engaging myself to better have deep understanding for any subset. When I realized that, uh, uh, conversation or, uh, uh, to, um, uh, express something new, uh, topics for discussing with others, uh, and, uh, it would be better if I, uh, join with some- with my friends or, uh, some professionals, then I chose it for my perspective.\nExaminer: Okay, let's now move on to a different topic. So, we will talk about traveling. Do you like traveling?\nCandidate: Yeah, of course. Uh, I love traveling, and when I, uh, get free time, I try to, uh, go out, uh, in some new places. Uh, for example, uh, last week, I go out, uh, for a short trip in, uh, a very, uh, rural side area, and it was so, uh, beautiful, and... Uh, ne- quite natural area. And anybo- anyone who, uh, want- who go- who going to there, uh, I can definitely tell that he or she will, uh, be- get some new, um, excitement. So...\nExaminer: Okay. And is there a country that you would like to travel in the future?\nCandidate: Uh, I actually, uh, love so much, uh, European country. So, in this perspective, if I get chance, uh, in future, definitely, I will, uh, I want to go in UK because, uh, there have some historical places and there ha- there have so many, Uh, uh, gorgeous things and traditional things, uh, which, uh, a lot for, um, knowing or, uh, gather some ideas what was, uh, in past and what was, uh, their progress and what was their thing. So, definitely, uh, I mean...\nExaminer: Thank you. Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes, sir.\nExaminer: Okay, I will now share the topic. Okay, so you have 60 seconds to make notes and your 60 seconds starts now. Okay, so your one minute is now over and you can start to speak now.\nCandidate: In this part, I want to share with you an amazing book that I bought two months ago and I already finished it. It was the main thing that how can you maintain or how can you Properly, uh, achieve anything, uh, with very, uh, skillfully or, uh, in a, uh, calm, calm way. So the main perspective, uh, that, uh, that was, uh, I was so immersed to, uh, read the book, uh, if you, uh, get some, uh, any stress or any problem, so you have, uh, many, Problems arise yourself. So, in that time, you have to recover yourself. So, the main thing that, uh, if you, uh, recover yourself to, uh, uh, progressively or step-by-step, you have to go out, uh, for, Another place that you feel, um, amazing, or, uh, if you want to engage with, uh, anyone, uh, who you, uh, who you want to, uh, want better to communicate with him, uh, so, actually, you choose what you, what better for you, and what you like. And that is the main thing for the book. And, uh, it talks about a story, uh, um, two friends who suggest him, uh, what, uh, how can he manage himself.\nExaminer: Thank you very much. Thank you. Let's move on, uh, to talk about entertainment and media in a bit more detail. Um, so why do people enjoy reading books or watching movies?\nCandidate: Uh, uh, uh, the first thing, uh, people want to know, uh, new things, and this, uh, um, and people try to explore something new ideas, and gather some new, uh, opinions, uh, for, uh, benefited from them, and I think, Uh, the another thing is that there, uh, we want excitement or enjoyment or, uh, so that's why we are, uh, uh, chose book or movie, I think.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think books are more popular now or do you think they were more popular in the past?\nCandidate: Uh, book... Is one thing that, uh, all around, uh, it's, uh, Uh, it- it- it's capture people's mind. Because, uh, the book only gives us, uh, knowledge, uh, gives us, uh, enjoyment, and also, uh, the prosperous, uh, so that we can, uh, go ahead which we need. And we can easily get some ideas from the book. So I think it is very important for, uh, it was very important in the past and in the present. And, uh, of course, uh, the feature book, uh, play a vital role for us.\nExaminer: Okay. And, um, do you think, uh, books are more popular than movies in your country?\nCandidate: Uh, uh, it's actually, uh, a separate idea. Uh, people who love watching movie, uh, try to, uh, explore, uh, uh, and gather, uh, some, uh, new, some ideas or enjoyment with, uh, their friends to watch movies. Uh, the, uh, The- the book, reading book sector is different idea. Uh, people, some, um, uh, it's related to knowledge or, uh, no- no- no other people, uh, who, uh, it's actually different, so... Uh, I can easily tell that, uh, book and the who- who are, uh, educated person, uh, always try to himself to engage with book rather than, uh, the movies or anything.\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you. And what do you think parents can do to encourage their children to read more?\nCandidate: Yeah, parents, uh, have a vital role for this, uh, sector because, uh, uh, only parents can know, uh, how, uh, to encourage their children, uh, in, because they, uh, spend more time with their children, uh, than, um, any other people. So, uh, in a way, uh, parents can easily, uh, motivate their children by, um, any, uh, encouragement, like, this book is very important for that reason, so you ha- you should Uh, uh, read this book because, uh, this book help you, uh, a lot for your, um, uh, knowing- for knowing your, uh, unknown thing. So, please, uh, read it. Uh, in this way, uh, I think parents can, uh, engage their children so fast.\nExaminer: Thank you very much. Thank you. We've now come to the end of this test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 26,
  "title": "026 - Ace Your IELTS Speaking Test: The Ultimate Guide to a Band Score 6.5\"",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, hello, welcome to IBM IELTS Academy. Uh, my name is Mohammad Reza Huzurbash, and today I- I'm your examiner. Um, as you know that for, Uh, the speaking part of IELTS exam, we've got, like, three parts. The first part is introduction, the second part is cue card, and the third part would be the discussion. So, in the first part, uh, you're expected to give me, like, short, brief answers, but in the second and third part, you can be on your own and then explain yourself as much as you want. Okay, perfect, um, what's your name? What's your full name, please?\nCandidate: Hello, uh, thanks for having me here, I'm Hossein Khosravi.\nExaminer: Can I see your ID, please? Yes, please.\nCandidate: Thank you very much. Here you are, perfect.\nExaminer: Thank you. Okay, um... Uh, where are you from, Mr. Khosravi?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm from Iran.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm, very good. Uh, do you work or study?\nCandidate: Uh, currently, I'm actually majoring in mathematics.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: And I'm in my last year of, let's say, the, uh, uh, high school.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: And I'm headed to, let's say, major in the- in translation...\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: ...at the university.\nExaminer: Very good. Uh, do you have any talent or something that you're good at?\nCandidate: Uh, the only thing, the mere thing I would say I'm good at, and I'm really skillful at it, is, uh, languages. Obviously, our languages, uh, I'm actually... Recently, I've started learning French, and I can speak good English, and that's what I would, uh, work on to have a career in the future for myself.\nExaminer: Very good. Uh, do you think talent plays an important role in our lives?\nCandidate: Uh, as Cristiano Ronaldo says, uh, quoted by Ronaldo, would say, talent without work is nothing. So, uh, if you want to have a career in the future, planning for your future, uh, talent would not be all the things, all you need to have. Uh, working on your talent and putting strenuous effort into, uh, let's say your work, then, and combined with talent so that, You can be successful in the future.\nExaminer: Very good. Do you think your talent can be useful for future work? Is it useful?\nCandidate: Yeah, yeah, actually, as I told you, I am talented at English and French languages, and I would go on with some of the languages to make a good polyglot out of myself, and, uh, yes, I would major in translation for the next year in the university, and that would be all I'm investing my time in, and that's Okay.\nExaminer: Uh, do you think people in your family have the same talent?\nCandidate: Uh, actually, my father and my uncle, uh, were English teachers, and I guess this is the one thing that runs in our family.\nExaminer: Hmm. Okay, perfect. It's a kind of genetic mutation happening. Okay, perfect. The first part has been finished already, and then the second part, which is a cue card, being already started. Um, I will give you one minute to study, and then to read the questions, and then to take notes if you want, and then after that you have a couple of minutes, two, three minutes to explain yourself. So here you are, these are the questions, and then... Here is also the paper and the pen that if you want to take notes. Okay, your one minute has started. Okay, perfect. So, the questions of the second part are as follows. Describe a toy you got in your childhood. Please tell me what it was like. When I had the toy, who gave you the toy? Explain how you felt about it.\nCandidate: Actually, the only thing I was interested in in my childhood was the ball. And my father, uh, gave it to me, actually. He bought it for me more than ten times, and ten balls, and then he burst it, And why the question, that question will come to your mind, uh, because I just broke so many, let's say, frames, photo frames in our house, and then my father was really, let's say, mad at me, so I- I felt really ecstatic when I just, uh, got the, let's say, bowl as the present for my grades at school, but, uh, The one thing that ended up in was that a buskill- my father was a buskill then, and then he didn't, let's say, let me be ecstatic or happy any longer. Yeah. And, uh... The bowls were usually the colorful ones. I- I actually were the person- I actually was the person who, uh, chose them. And, as I told you, I was- I was actually six years old, six to ten. I was happy with my bowls, colorful bowls, but of the various styles, the soccer, volleyball, and even basketball. But because, uh, I was not- I was not following my father's advice on how- on not to play, uh, with your balls at home, so that what happened was to get them burst.\nExaminer: Um, yeah. And that was all. Okay. Um... Okay. Perfect. Uh, part three discussion... Uh, what gifts do parents give to their young children?\nCandidate: Uh, nowadays you can see such robotic, let's say, toys, which are so very expensive and kind of prohibitive for some families. Uh, those are the ones I can see people, or the, let's say, parents give to their children as the present, you know. Usually children of, let's say, Three, four, or even eight.\nExaminer: Uh, do children need to have toys to play with? Why?\nCandidate: Uh, actually, you know, uh, I would say, let me think about it.\nExaminer: So, do you want me to repeat the question again? So, do children need to have toys to play with? Why? Do they need a toy at all?\nCandidate: I guess, uh, toys would be appropriate for children by the end of, let's say, age. By the end- by the end of being eight. I mean, at the age of eight, so that would be okay. And, uh, you know, they can use it as their pastime or as their hobby by the age of eight. But, uh, Further from this age, further from that, let's say, era, their life, uh, I would say that- that would not be okay, because then they will be facing some problems, uh, with their, let's say, lessons, school, and then they would- they'd better focus on their, let's say, uh, career, even at the age of eight.\nExaminer: Okay?\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Uh, do you think that toys will change in the future?\nCandidate: Uh... Now we have certain type of toys... Yeah, I've seen Japan has recently, let's say, improved its, let's say, toys, and filarobatics, and... They will just, uh, make the progress and the breakthrough in the next years, but I think what they will invent as, uh, let's say, high-class toy would be some, let's say, aerobatic ones, and they can have some controllers, And I can play soccer even in a, let's say, uh, square shapes, let's say, pitch.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. Uh, is it important for parents to give presents to their children?\nCandidate: Uh, yes. Yes, it is. Uh, I think the one thing that parents aim for in the gift presents or gifts to their children is that they want to encourage them to do their best and get ready for their exams or And even, uh, encourage them and be pushy towards them in order to, uh, let's say, uh, make the progress and, uh, make the further progress.\nExaminer: Okay, um, thank you very much.",
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  "serial": 27,
  "title": "027 - Band 9 IELTS Speaking Interview with subtitle",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello, and welcome to this practice exam conducted by British American Resource Center. This is Maruf, and I'm going to be your practice examiner. These exam questions are designed to simulate the R-speaking test. At the beginning of the IELTS test, you'll be required to provide your passport or any ID, but as this is just a practice exam, you don't need to provide any ID. Now, in the first part of the test, I'm going to ask you some questions about yourself and your leisure activities. So the first question is, can you tell me your full name?\nCandidate: My full name is Salsabil Haque. However, I prefer people calling me Salsabil.\nExaminer: And where are you from?\nCandidate: I'm from Kumila, Bangladesh. However, I was born and brought up here in Dhaka, Bangladesh. My ancestors are from Kumila. Okay.\nExaminer: Do you enjoy spending time outdoors?\nCandidate: Well, yes. I definitely like spending time outdoors because it gives me a chance to connect with nature. It also refreshes my mind.\nExaminer: What outdoor activities you like to do?\nCandidate: I like doing several outdoor activities. For instance, I like going for a simple walk, or I would love going for cycling, which gives me chance to refresh my mind, and it is also a good physical exercise.\nExaminer: Okay. Have you ever been on a camping trip?\nCandidate: Yes, I went to a camping trip. It was back in 2019, uh, when I went to a camping trip with my friends. It was an amazing experience.\nExaminer: Would you be willing to try camping?\nCandidate: Yes, I would be willing to try camping again since I already went once. It was an amazing experience, so I would like to experience it again.\nExaminer: Now let's move on to part two. In this part, I'm going to give you a topic on a camping trip, and I'd like you to talk about it for one or two minutes. Before you talk, you will have one minute to think about it. You can make some notes if you wish. And here's the topic. I'd like you to describe a time when you went on a camping trip. Now your time begins. Okay, time is up. Remember, you have one or two minutes for this, so don't worry if I stop you, I'll tell you when the time is up. Would you please start now?\nCandidate: I would like to talk about the memorable experience that I had when I went camping. It was an adventure-filled journey for me. It helped me to reconnect with nature and it also helped me to bring back lasting memories. We went camping at Sajik, which is situated in Chittagong, Bangladesh. It is well known for its breathtaking views and the towering cliffs, as well as the hiking opportunities. Accompanying me on this trip were my closest friends. We decided to embark on this journey together to get an escape from the hustle of the city and to indulge ourselves in the tranquility that nature has to offer. We experienced a variety of activities when we were- when we went camping. We definitely went hiking, which was the highlight of the trip. We absolutely loved the views. We went hiking on several days, and we also went to the helipad to watch the sunset together, and we also loved the authentic food that the city had to offer. The mesmerizing beauty left us in awe at every turn when we went hiking. It was absolutely breathtaking. There were some few highlights for me as well. For example, the tea, the special tea which they served in bamboo. It was amazing as it was winter, so we were in need of it. We also took some camping equipments with us because we wanted to have an authentic camping experience. However, I faced some discomfort there as there were no modern amenities, so we had to adjust to the basic living conditions, which was a bit difficult for me as I've never done it before. Also, the localities were not very welcoming to us, the tourists in particular. It seemed like we were doing some harm to them. However, regardless of the ex- bad experiences, it was a trip worth remembering. The serenity touched our souls, and it was an ability from- for us to disconnect from technology to witness the pleasure that nature has to offer. I would love to go for the trip again if I ever get the chance.\nExaminer: Thank you. Now, I have some follow-up questions, and I'm going to ask you. What did you learn from your camping trip?\nCandidate: Well, I learned a lot of things. For example, I learned how to appreciate the tranquility that nature has to offer, and I also learned how to adjust to local living styles as there were no modern amenities present.\nExaminer: And what other outdoor activities do you like to do?\nCandidate: I love cycling, as a matter of fact, because it not only refreshes my mind, but it is also a great physical exercise for me, and it also gives me an escape from the hustle of the academic activities.\nExaminer: So, this is the end of the part two. May I have the pencil and the paper? Thank you. Nice. Now, move on to part three, and in this part, I'm going to ask you some questions. What are some benefits of spending time outdoors?\nCandidate: Well, there are not only emotional benefits but physical benefits related to spending time outdoors as well, as there are numerous physical activities that we can get involved in, and it reduces blood pressure and muscle tension. It also refreshes our mind.\nExaminer: How has technology affected people's relationship with nature?\nCandidate: Technology acted as a bridge for people's relationship with nature as we can capture the moments that we spend outside in nature and relive them when we are back home.\nExaminer: Yeah. What are some environmental impacts on camping?\nCandidate: There are some positive and some negative environmental impacts of camping. For the negative part, I would say some campers litter on the camping sites, which is a negative environmental impact. But on the positive side, some campers are environmentalists, so they take that opportunity to spread social awareness.\nExaminer: What are some ways that people can be responsible campers?\nCandidate: Well, people can be responsible campers by following some rules. For instance, the first one should be remembering that they cannot litter and do environmental damage when they're on the camping sites. And if they're well equipped, that is also an advantage, that way they can protect the environment and themselves.\nExaminer: Do you think that people need to have certain skills to go camping?\nCandidate: Definitely, I believe people require certain skills to have a safe camping experience. For instance, they need to have proper geographic knowledge so that they don't get lost. They should also be familiar with building campfires, which is an essential need for camping. They should also have some medical expertise in case any injuries occur. So these are the things I think that are essential for a safe camping trip.\nExaminer: And my last question is, what are some of the benefits of experiencing nature firsthand?\nCandidate: I believe there are numerous benefits of experiencing nature firsthand. Uh, one of them would be it provides a good mood, which helps us to be more mindful. It reduces stress level, which is good for the elderly. It improves a person's ability to focus, which is good for students as they go through a lot of academic stress. And lastly, it provides a better sleep, which will help us to function the next day properly.\nExaminer: Thank you. This is the end of the speaking test. Thank you very much.",
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  "serial": 28,
  "title": "028 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 6 Mock Test | Filipino Student 🇵🇭 #philippines",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good evening. My name is Brit. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Good evening. My name is Maradon Gonzalez-Kennedy.\nExaminer: Thank you. And what should I call you today?\nCandidate: Oh, you can call just... call me Dong.\nExaminer: Dawn. Okay, nice to meet you, Dawn. So, now, in this first part of the test, I will ask you questions, uh, about technology. So, do you often use technology in your daily life?\nCandidate: Yes, I often use technology in my daily life, such as my mobile phone, because, um, this is one of the important things that I usually use every day in my daily life, such as at work, to communicate with my work, to communicate with my family. And then others, almost everybody's using this kind of technology versus our mobile phone.\nExaminer: Okay. And, erm, what kind of technology do you use the most?\nCandidate: Uh, the thing that I use the most is, uh, my cell phone because it is very useful in our daily life. Just as when you go to the place that you wanted to go, you just need to search in the Google map. So that you won't get lost and if you're, you need to communicate with your, with your housemate, with your workmate as well. And since I'm from the Philippines and I work here in Singapore, my mobile phone is one way to communicate with my family as well in the Philippines. So it's really important for me nowadays.\nExaminer: Okay. And, uh, how has technology changed the way people work?\nCandidate: Yeah, nowadays, um, technology changes on how people work, such as the compu- computer, because we all need to have an accessing computer to, like, we all have an access to computer to search the things that we needed to. For instance, I'm working in the clinic. We have, um, confidential access to the patient. We just need our computer to sign in. We need a code in order to, uh, read the patient confidentiality. So it's- it's very useful nowadays for me.\nExaminer: Okay. And what is your favorite gadget or your favorite device?\nCandidate: Uh, my favorite justice or device that I usually use is my cell phone because it helped me to, um, aside from having communication with my family, If I have important, um, documents that I need to- to give, such as my passport, my transcript of record, and my spec- my ID, I just need to look up with my- in my PDF and download it then and show it to everybody. And here in Singapore, we have what we call as confidentiality SYNC pass. You just need to use your biometric in your phone and every details of yourself, you can, um, uh, you can notify it. Or you can immediately pass it to the things that, uh, to the things that they wanted to know. Like, for example, if you go to the bank, they need your details, you just sign in in your sim pass and then everything will go well.\nExaminer: Okay, excellent. Right, we've now come to the end of part one of the speaking test. We will now move over to part two. So, in part two, I will give you a topic and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk and you may take note if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes, I understand.\nExaminer: Thank you. So, I will share the topic with you now. Okay, so your 60 seconds starts now. Okay, so your 60 seconds are now over, and you can, er, talk now.\nCandidate: Okay, uh, one- one of the late- one of the latest that I watched was last week, me and my housemate, we went to, uh, Golden Village Movie Theatre, and we watched the movie, which is one of the well-known in the Philippines. It's- it's very trendy, so we watched it. The title's Hello, My Love Again. This topic is all about, um, Joy, who is a nurse. She went in Hong Kong to work as a caregiver. And from being a caregiver, one of her dreams is to work in Canada and to become a successful nurse despite of having a struggle in life. In the Canada, such as having a difficulty attending those patients and attending those patients and all of the trials from the family. And as I- and that he, uh, she also experienced a difficulty in like, despite of this kind of trials, she's do her best to manage to become a registered nurse. As this is one of her dreams before she started to become a caregiver. Although you have to take a lot of exam, like a lot of requirements for you to complete in order to become a registered nurse. But, um, even though it's expensive, even though it's so Even though it's expensive, even though it's so, um, hard, she still managed to handle the situation of being a strong person and to become a registered nurse. She's working as well as studying, as well as supporting her family way back in the Philippines. I admire this, um, I admire her role because she has a very strong personality and I experience what Joy has experienced, that is, as an overseas Filipino worker, because I'm also one of the overseas Filipino workers.\nExaminer: Thank you. And would you recommend this movie to your friends and family?\nCandidate: Yes, I highly recommend this movie because, uh, being- because everybody experience this kind of overseas Filipino workers. We're- we're in- we all live in our country just to work in other country. Okay.\nExaminer: Thank you. Now, let's move on to talk about entertainment and media in a bit more detail. So, uh, why do people enjoy reading books or watching movies?\nCandidate: Oh. Uh, people enjoy watching movie for them to relax, to unwind, like, of having busy at work. Like, for me, I also enjoy watching movie after every work.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think, uh, books or movies are more popular today?\nCandidate: I believe it's very popular today because this is one of the easiest way for us to relax after our daily tax routine.\nExaminer: Okay. And, uh, how has technology changed the way we experience entertainment?\nCandidate: Uh, it changed a lot because we have a lot of sites where we wanted to watch, such as the YouTube, Netflix, Disney. Unlike before, we need to rent the CDs or tape way back before. But now you just need to sit down and type your- and sign into your Netflix and you can watch any movie that you want. And it has a lot of, uh, varieties of movies.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think people spend too much time watching movies?\nCandidate: I believe so. Like, for me, I'm a kind of person who, um, like, during my day off, I will just make myself to relax, drink, drink some Water and food and sit on the sofa while watching a lot of movie like the latest right now, The Lord of the Rings. I feel really like everything and watch this kind of things.\nExaminer: Okay. And, um, do you think, uh, children should be encouraged by their parents to read more books?\nCandidate: I believe so because children- because children has, um, very fast- they are very fast learner. If they start to learn at the young age, they will easily get to adopt all kinds of these reads books.\nExaminer: Okay. And, um, what do you think schools can do to encourage children to read more books?\nCandidate: Uh, probably, uh, giving them some homework or assignment so that when they come home, they will read their books immediately. And while reading the book, they should enjoy reading those books so that they, they will read and read a lot of books.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think, uh, children these days, uh, watch too much TV?\nCandidate: I believe so because of a lot of serious movie that highlighted nowadays. And even a child, they know how to watch or use the remote control to talk on the TV. So I think, yeah.\nExaminer: And are there any disadvantages of children watching TV?\nCandidate: There is because if they insisting to watch more movie, even though it's already late at night, they will keep on watching. If not, they will cry and fight with their parents. So that's one of the most disadvantages because they will insist whatever they want.\nExaminer: Okay. And why do you think children, uh, watch a lot of TV?\nCandidate: Because for them, it's make them happy every time they watch, especially if, if it's a cartoon or any movie that they want to watch. And they are really enjoying watching the movies. And sometimes they will imitate those movie, like when they sing a song, then they will sing a song also. When they watch a movie, like a tiger cat animal, they also imitate how the animals react, which is good for them because they will learn how does the animals react.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you, Dawn. We've now come to the end of this speaking test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 29,
  "title": "029 - Band 9 IELTS Speaking interview (Perfect Pronunciation)",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello, and welcome to this practice exam conducted by British American Resource Center. My name is Maruf, and I'm your practice examiner. These exam questions are designed to simulate the IELTS speaking test. So let's begin. What is your full name?\nCandidate: My full name is Salsa Bilhawk.\nExaminer: At the beginning of the IELTS test, you need to provide a passport or an ID, but as this is just a practice exam, you don't need to provide any passport or ID. Now, in the first part of the test, I'm going to ask you some questions about yourself. Do you work or study?\nCandidate: Actually, I'm doing both. I'm working part-time as an instructor in an educational center, and I'm pursuing my bachelor's degree.\nExaminer: What is your study major?\nCandidate: Uh, although I'm from a science background, but I felt like I'm better suited for business, so I'm pursuing my bachelor's degree in business, my major being finance. Okay.\nExaminer: Do you prefer studying in a group or alone?\nCandidate: I prefer studying alone because I feel like it affects my concentration whenever I'm studying in a group and it's always easier for me to get the job done on my own other than explaining the methods to every team member every second.\nExaminer: What do you think are the advantages of studying in a group?\nCandidate: Even though I prefer studying alone, but I definitely believe there are numerous advantages of studying in a group. For instance, peer learning. This has proven to be an effective method of learning, communicating with your peers, gaining knowledge from them, and learning from them.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Now, let's move on to part two. In this part, I'm going to give you a topic, and I'd like you to talk about it for one or two minutes, okay? Before you talk, you will have one minute to think about it. You can take notes if you wish. Here's a cue card, and here's the paper, and the pencil. Okay? You have to describe a time when you have to solve a problem. Okay? Uh, from now your time starts. Remember, you have one or two minutes for this, so don't worry if I stop you, I'll tell you when the time is up. Would you please start now?\nCandidate: Okay, so today I would like to talk about a problem that I face and had to solve under pressure. Uh, it was a year ago when I first started my university. We were given a group project in our marketing course. We were tasked to design a comprehensive marketing strategy for a local startup. Suddenly, we faced a significant problem when one of the team members abruptly decided to leave the course, leaving us short-handed. Every individual was assigned a specific part of the task, so it was very difficult for us to cope up with that since we were already behind schedule. So we immediately decided to arrange a meeting and brainstorm ideas on how to mitigate the impact of losing a team member. We re- redistributed the workload amongst the remaining members and decided to ask for an extension of deadline from our faculty. We redistributed the workload according to the special skills and strength of every individual on the team. After asking our faculty, he was kind enough to analyze our situation and give us an extension of one week to submit our assignment. After that, we worked relentlessly and diligently. And we opened communication channels, worked effectively, helped each other throughout the entire process, communicated with each other in every part of the step. And finally, our hard work paid off. We were able to complete the assignment on time, and after that, we were also asked to present our ideas in front of the university faculties due to our report being extraordinary. So, what I learned from this experience was the importance of adaptability, good communication skills, and teamwork. And I also learned the fact that having an obstacle doesn't necessarily always mean an issue. It could also be a way for people to show how resourceful they can be.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. May I have the pencil and the paper, please? Thank you. Thank you very much. Okay, now I'm going to ask you some follow-up questions. Do you think the problem could have been prevented?\nCandidate: Not really, I don't think the problem could have been prevented because the faculty decided the team member for each group and it was not possible for us to understand the intention of an individual just by getting to know them.\nExaminer: Okay, and how would you handle a similar problem if it happens again in the future?\nCandidate: Well, first of all, I would start by analyzing the group members and making sure every individual is equally involved in the project as me. And after that, if the problem still arises, then I would solve it the way I did a year ago.\nExaminer: Now, move on to part three, and I'm going to ask you several questions. What are some common problems that people face in their daily lives?\nCandidate: Well, some common problems would be financial issues, which is common in every part of the world. Then there are relationship issues, conflicts amongst partners, and disagreements between parents and children, health issues, and time management issues. It can be overwhelming for some people to balance between work and social life.\nExaminer: And how do people usually go about solving these problems?\nCandidate: Well, the relationship issues could be solved by communicating properly with each other and being more vocal about their problems. The health issues can be prevented by being more conscious about one's health. And about the time management issues, people can always create a schedule that they can tightly follow.\nExaminer: Is it important to involve others in problem solving?\nCandidate: I believe it is required to involve others in problem solving in certain situations. For instance, if you're too involved emotionally with a certain project and you need a practical overview, that's when you can involve someone else. And you can also involve others in problem solving when you have too much workload and too much stress and you need to reduce some of it.\nExaminer: Okay. Can technology help people solve problems more effectively, and how?\nCandidate: Definitely technology can help people solve problems more effectively. Technology facilitates communication. The communication gaps are reduced in our generation due to the help of technologies. And they always provide us information whenever and wherever we need it. And they also do proper data analysis which help individuals to carry out their projects forward.\nExaminer: What are some potential downsides of relying too heavily on technology to solve problems?\nCandidate: Well, no one should be dependent on anything or anyone entirely at all. So, the same goes for technology as well. Technologies are not able to do some things on their own, such as they cannot solve situations that are related to emotions. So, a person can face a problem that they are emotionally involved with, and technology won't be able to give a proper answer for that.\nExaminer: Okay. So, in your opinion, what skills are necessary for effective problem solving?\nCandidate: I believe it depends on the type of problem that we're solving. However, in general, there are certain skills that an individual should have for every problem solving. For instance, critical and creative thinking. The ability to analyze a situation before solving it, and thinking outside the box. After that, good communication skills are very important nowadays, so it is very important to have it. Adaptability and flexibility. To be able to adapt to any situation and be flexible about solving them. And lastly, time management skills. It is very important to manage the time when it comes to solving a problem.\nExaminer: Thank you, Salsabil. This is the end of the speaking test. Thank you very much for joining us. Thank you.",
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  "serial": 30,
  "title": "030 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 6 | Mock Test | Bangladeshi Student 🇧🇩",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good evening. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Good evening. Um, um, my name is Farhan Akhtar Mili. You can call me Mili, actually.\nExaminer: Thank you, Mili. Er, now, in this first part of the test, I will ask you questions about yourself. So, let's talk about hobbies. What do you like to do in your free time?\nCandidate: Actually, I have a lot of things that I like to do, but the most, like, important thing to- for me to- is- is doing drawing, art, and crafts, this kind of thing. I like to do paintings, paintings, yeah. This is, uh, Like, this- this is almost like a, uh, thing that I usually do whenever I find time.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you have any hobbies you've been doing for a long time?\nCandidate: Yeah, absolutely. Like, from my childhood, I was interested in all the- all kinds of arts, like I mentioned earlier, you know. Uh, I used to watch TVs and use- used to watch these programs about doing paintings, drawings, did lots of things. So, this- this, um, this became a habit of mine to draw. Cartoons, all kinds of, like, stuff doing. I- I like to do.\nExaminer: Okay. And, uh, how much time do you spend, uh, on your hobbies?\nCandidate: Currently, I'm busy with, uh, my studies, and I have a baby, one-year-old baby, so I'm still- I'm very busy with my housework and studying, so I- I don't have much time to do My hobby, I mean, like, the paintings, I usually do. So, um, I don't find much time right now. Maybe after I take a break from my studies, then I will start again.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you prefer to spend time on your hobbies alone or with your friends and family?\nCandidate: Of course, alone, um, it's just my time, like, me time. I don't want anyone to disturb me or annoy me at the time. It's like, for my mental health, physical health, totally. My thing, um, I'm kind of introverted person, so I like doing this thing, uh, when it's, you know, uh, middle of the night, when no one is going to disturb me, so usually I like to do paintings, like big paintings, um, at middle of the night, when no one's going to know what I'm doing at my room, so, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, let's talk about a different topic. We'll talk about food. Uh, what kind of food, uh, do you usually eat?\nCandidate: Usually, um, it depends, actually. It depends on my mood, but, uh, the- the usual food is- is rice. Rice is a thing in- in my household, yeah. So, like, my mother... Usually cook rice and along with other curries or chicken, fish, this kind of things are the most usual dishes in our house. So, this is what I eat. Usually, I don't have time to make myself food for- for me. So, what my mother prefers, that's what I eat.\nExaminer: Okay. And is there any type of food that you don't like?\nCandidate: Yeah, I- I'm intolerant, uh, with spicy foods. Uh, like, I have the weak metabolism. I can't eat a lot of sugary food and a lot of spicy food. It's- it's in between. If it's the, uh, food, even if it's sweet dish or, uh, like, other spicy dishes, it's still- it should be in between. Like, there's no, uh, too much of spices. So, there's not a perfect thing, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Right, we've now come to the end of part one of the speaking test. We will now move over to part two. And in part two, I will give you a topic and you will speak about that topic for one to two minutes. But you will have 60 seconds to make notes before you speak. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yeah, I understand.\nExaminer: Okay, thanks. So, I will share the topic with you on your screen now. I'll give you 60 seconds and your 60 seconds starts now. Okay, so your one minute is now over and you can speak.\nCandidate: So, the technology I use the most of the time, my daily life, is my iPad, actually. It's easy to carry and I use it mostly for my studies as I'm still a student. I need to do a lot of academic things that I need, like my assignments, maybe a presentation I'm preferring, uh, currently, like, I'm studying for my master's, I mean, like, preparing for my master's, so I need to do all these things related to my academic stuff through iPad. And while I'm doing other things, maybe I'm using that Like, it's- it's easy to, uh, use iPad, and it's not that much of distracting, like, uh, smartphone, so I prefer iPad. For example, um, I'm- maybe I'm... Eating my lunch or dinner, I watch a podcast or, I mean, like, listen a podcast or TED talks or related to any kind of lecture. So, apart from my studies, I- I still use it for a lot of different, uh, other kinds of thing, like, uh, cooking. Maybe I'm trying to, uh, cook a new dish today. So, as I'm preferring, like, chopping the ingredients, I try to look, like, what it's like in this video, this- this guy is showing me how to cook. So, this daily- daily activities, uh, I need- I need help from this technology. And also, uh, for health reason, like, I ask, um, chat GPTO, like, a lot of other things, uh, that I need to know for my, like, curiosity, curiosity, and...\nExaminer: Thank you. Alright, thank you. Uh, let's talk about technology in a bit more detail. Uh, so, do you think technology has made life easier or more complicated?\nCandidate: It's super- it's a bit controversial thing to discuss, actually. Yeah, in a lot of sense, it made our life easy, but in other sense, maybe it made something difficult or even harmful for some reason. Like, for example, I want to say, you know, the kids, when- when we were kid, we used to, uh, like, play, play with- play outside, do other things, creative things mostly, but nowadays, I look around kids around my age, They're mostly, like, even they are two years old, they just sit, uh, around this sofa or middle of the corner of the room, and they just watch these cartoons, I don't know, whatever they watch, the, uh, they are using iPad, like, or smartphone, or computer, their own- own computer. So, they're not doing, uh, they're, like, they're not in the present moment right now. They're not enjoying the lively, like, youthful days they have right now, but they're spending them, uh, this- this time on this technology, which is not good, which is not, like, uh, in my perspective, actually.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think children should use technology in schools?\nCandidate: Yeah, it- it should be. It's 2024 right now. So, uh, we sh- we should use technology. Uh, it's not always harmful. Uh, like, for example, uh, if, uh, In the time of pandemic, uh, we started using technology more. Back in the day, we didn't have online classes or remote job, uh, as usual or as common as it is now. So, children should get used to it from just school life, from their school life, you know, to use, uh, technology more in future for their job or career. So, yeah.\nExaminer: And what are the advantages of children using technology?\nCandidate: Advantage, um, it- there's no particular, uh, thing I- I want to mention, but, uh, it- it totally depends on the- the- this baby and, like, kid, like, which kind of, uh, interest they have, if they're- if they're interested in math, maybe. They can find hundreds of- like, thousands of resources they want, uh, like, the problems they want to solve, So the- the option, I mean, like, the globalization from this technology, they're, uh, having the access to know a lot of different kinds of people around the world, which were not possible in our days, actually. Uh, we are mostly from, like, starting from textbook back in the day, but right now, they have the access to get along with all the other kids around the world. So this is a huge advantage. But there's a lot of other things also, so.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think people rely on technology too much?\nCandidate: Now, it is, yeah, absolutely. Like, me, for me, if I say something, um, I ask too much question to, you know, chat GP time, like, AI, I ask- I ask too much question, like, even- even if it's for curiosity. Which is not good, like, it's not always authentic, you know? Like, for- for religious or spiritual thing, if you ask to AI, it's not always authentic. They can't give you authentic data- data, I mean, um, So we are, like, relying on technology too much, which is not good. We should have the physical conversation with people.\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you very much. We've now come to the end of this speaking test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 31,
  "title": "031 - IELTS Speaking Test Band Score 5",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello, this is IBM IELTS Academy, and my name is Mohammad Reza Huzurbakhsh. Today, I'm your examiner for this IELTS exam. So, can you give me your full name? What's your full name?\nCandidate: Hello, nice to meet you. I'm Amir Reza Ahmadi.\nExaminer: And can- may I see your ID, please?\nCandidate: Yes, here you are.\nExaminer: Thank you very much.\nCandidate: Here you are.\nExaminer: Thank you. Uh, where are you from, Amir Reza?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm from Iran, Kashan, but I live in Isfahan.\nExaminer: Very good. Do you work or study now?\nCandidate: Uh, now I'm studying really hard.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. So what do you study?\nCandidate: Uh, my major is mathematics. I'm in, uh, twelfth grade, and I'm near the hard, uh, admission exam of university.\nExaminer: University. Very good. Uh, did you study history in school?\nCandidate: Yes, I've studied, and it's a little hard because it's, uh, too, uh, it has lots of things to study, and, uh, it's a little hard for me.\nExaminer: Okay, can you just rise up a little with your voice when you're answering? Very good. Uh, what is your hometown famous for now?\nCandidate: Uh, now, kashan is famous for its, uh, suniers, uh, especially rose water or gulab. And it's, uh, really good in, uh, producing this kind of, uh, good liquid.\nExaminer: To produce rose water. Rose water. Okay, very good. Uh, do you remember your dreams when you were awake?\nCandidate: Uh, sometimes and some of them, but mo- I, uh, forget most of them. Because I've heard that, uh, we, uh, got- get, uh, lots of dreams when we were asleep and we, uh, remember only a few of them. Uh, and... yes.\nExaminer: Um, do you enjoy hearing about other people's dreams?\nCandidate: Uh, I think it's a little boring to hear others' dreams, but some dreams are, uh, interesting, especially when, uh, they, uh, dream you, uh, when they sleep.\nExaminer: Uh, very good. Uh, do you like to study dreams in the future?\nCandidate: I think there are better things to study. Yeah. More useful things.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. Um, okay, thank you very much. Um, now we're going to go to the second part, which is a cue card, and I'm going to hand it over to you to be able to study. You have one minute to study and read these questions, and then after that, you can also take notes. Here you are. Thank you. And, um, after that, you have, like, two or three minutes to explain yourself. You can also take notes within this one minute. Thank you. Here you are, please. Okay, um, almost one minute has been finished. So here the part two cue card is like, did describe any equipment that you use at home, please tell me what it is, what do you use it for, how often do you use it, and explain why it is important to you. Yes.\nCandidate: Uh, eh, equipment that I always use is- are my books. And, as I said, I study really hard. So, uh, I use them to study and, uh, to progress and to have a bright future. And... I use it- them always. Uh, I think, uh, on holidays I use them more, and I don't take rest. I study more, and, uh, I use them as much as I can. Uh, and... It's important to me because, uh, they help me to have a better future and, uh, be accepted in a good university and a good major. Uh, okay.\nExaminer: Um, that's all about this part? Okay. Thank you. So here is the part three, the third part, which is the discussion part, and then the questions are going to be general, and then you can explain, like, your general idea about it. Um, so the first question is about, kind of related to the previous, uh, questions. What other useful appliances do you have in your home?\nCandidate: Uh, there are many different appliances and furnitures at home. Uh, the thing I used to use a lot was television. In the past, before I, uh, uh, come to, uh, 10th grade, uh, I used to watch TV a lot. Uh, but now I can't, I don't have time for that. Uh, and other things like, um, a sofa, I think. Yeah, thank you very much for your use. Yeah, and... Uh, other things, uh, for example, I have many plants, uh, and I, uh, have a container to water them, and I love my plants, uh, and some other things to protect my, uh, plants.\nExaminer: Very good. Uh, the next question is, do you think the younger generation is more comfortable with modern devices than the older ones?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, definitely, they are. Or, we are. Uh...\nExaminer: You consider yourself included.\nCandidate: Yes, I consider that, yeah. Uh, because, uh, maybe, uh, the older generation, uh, they actually don't like social medias or, uh, even technology. And they like, uh, that old kind of using- using things. And, or maybe it's hard for them to learn how to use them, because, uh, one of our relatives, uh, is a computer engineer, and he had some, uh, old students, and he said that they used to, they, uh, learned really hard, more hardly, more hard than, uh, Uh, are younger students and maybe their age is, uh, doesn't let them maybe, uh, learn, uh, easily. Um, yes. That's it. Okay.\nExaminer: And, um, nowadays, many factories use machines and automated equipment instead of manual labor. Means they don't have the workers, okay, labor man, people who are working for them. They use machines instead. What do you think about this kind of replacement and alternative?\nCandidate: Uh, I think it's good, uh, when a worker is, uh, works in a factory. Uh, it's even, uh, dangerous for himself. Uh, last year, uh, my uncle was working in a factory and hurt his... Uh, hand, and he went to Tehran, and, uh, he had some, uh, bad injuries. And after some- after one year, now he's, uh, a bit better, but, uh, it's not that, uh, old hand. And, uh, now he has an easier, uh, job. And, yes, it's really dangerous for workers.\nExaminer: Okay, uh, thank you very much. Thank you. And then thank you for participating in our exam, and then you might have a real bright future for your English, and then I wish you the best, and everything was really cool, and then it was so nice talking and speaking with you. Thank you.\nCandidate: Thank you very much.",
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  "serial": 32,
  "title": "032 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 7.5 Mock Test | Indonesian Student 🇮🇩",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hi, er, my name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Yeah, my name is Miqtah Labib-Adiensyah.\nExaminer: Thank you, and what should I call you today?\nCandidate: Er, you can call me Miqtah.\nExaminer: Thank you, Miqtah. Now, in this first part of the test, I will ask you questions about yourself. So, let's talk about hobbies. What do you like to do in your free time?\nCandidate: Well, a couple of years ago, I would say playing basketball is my hobby that I like to do in my leisure time, but unfortunately I got injured. In 2021, uh, I gotta explain my hobby. So playing basketball, I feel like it is just therapeutic for me. I, uh, it can take care of my, uh, mental and physical health at- at the same time. I can stay in my, uh, physical fitness, and if I feel, like, depressed or, uh, burnout from my, uh, tasks or assignments, I just grab my basketball and go to the nearest, like, basketball court. I've, uh, had activation before because I got injured, so, uh, I do still play basketball, but not as frequent or as intense as before, so in my free time currently, I just\nExaminer: And do you have any hobbies you've been doing for a long time?\nCandidate: Yeah, just playing basketball, but, uh, besides of that, I also like to read some books. Uh, and it is just fascinating to see, uh, a world from different perspectives.\nExaminer: Okay. And how do you usually spend your weekends?\nCandidate: And the weekend, on Sunday, I- I'm currently a member of a community called Majalinga Bukparfi, so I like to, uh, join their meeting, their weekly meeting on Sunday. Uh, we usually read some books and share the book that we've been read in the past week. Also, in the Saturday, on Saturday, I have various activities, a variety of activities like playing basketball or just watching some movies.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you prefer hobbies that you can do alone or with other people?\nCandidate: Uh, I prefer to be, uh, doing some, uh, some of my hobbies alone. Like I write- I like to read some books, uh, uh, with myself, absolutely, but having a community, uh, that have the same hobby as you also can give you, uh, some privilege, like you can Share, uh, what you have been doing or the hobbies that you have. So I think it is important to strike a balance between, uh, the two options. Okay.\nExaminer: And, uh, have your hobbies changed over the years?\nCandidate: Yes. I, as I have mentioned before, uh, because I got injured due to my injury, I, I, I can't play basketball as intense as before. So I kind of shift my hobbies from playing basketball into, uh, reading books. And sometimes I also listen to music.\nExaminer: Okay. Let's talk about food. What kind of food do you usually eat?\nCandidate: Uh, basically everything that my mom cooked. Uh, I can, I kind of, uh, embarrassed to admit that I still live with my mom, but I, so yeah, I just eat the food that my mom cooked. Sometimes I help her to make, but my favorite one would be, uh, rendang.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, and is there a type of food that you don't like?\nCandidate: Uh, yeah, soups, I don't like to eat soups. I don't know, maybe I have a bad experience with soups, but currently I just don't like the taste, generally.\nExaminer: Okay, and are there any traditional dishes from your country that you like? Any traditional dishes.\nCandidate: Yeah. My favorite one would be rendang. Uh, and as a matter of fact, I believe I've read a couple of years ago, rendang is nominated as one of the most delicious foods in the entire world. And as, uh, an Indonesian, I- I'm proud of that.\nExaminer: Okay. And, um, do you prefer eating at home or eating out?\nCandidate: Hmm. Eating at home is my, uh, or maybe I- I prefer to eat at home because it can give you an advantage of maybe you can eat, you can, uh, uh, buy some, oh, not buy, but you can, uh, prefer food by yourself. You can, uh, manage the ingredients. So it is more convenient, but also if some of my friends invite me to it out, uh, I'm not really a, you know, I- I'm not gonna, uh, reject their invitation.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Right, we've now come to the end of part one of the speaking test. We will now move over to part two. So, in part two of the speaking test, I will give you a topic and you will speak about that topic for one to two minutes. I will give you 60 seconds to make notes before you speak. So, I will share the card with you now. Okay, so your 60 seconds starts now. Okay, so your 60 seconds are now over. And you can put your pen down and you can start to speak whenever you are ready.\nCandidate: Okay, so you asked me to talk about the technology that I usually use. I want to talk about mobile phone, obviously, as a mainstream person. I use mobile phone a lot. Uh, it helps me, uh, through my academic and work. So I'm currently a, uh... Teacher and I also preparing my, uh, study, uh, for my master program, uh, in abroad, you know, so in academic, it helps me a lot in research. I have to do a lot of research for my, uh, study and... Uh, it's just easier for me because there are a lot of apps and platforms that you can use for research, such as, uh, AI, such as ChatGPT, or Perplexit, or Consensors, Ellicit, and et cetera. And in teaching, I have, I got to use my mobile phone for looking for some material. Again, I have to use, uh, some platforms like absolutely Google and some tutorial or do maybe, uh, Lab activities, I gotta supervise my students, so I get to know what is the procedure of some lab, uh, activity. But it changed my view of how to do, uh, research and work basically. And I cannot imagine how they do it in old style, like, uh, back then without any technology like laptop or mobile phone, or maybe some platform like, uh, Google Scholar, uh, because you have to do it, like, offline. You have to go to library and, uh, look for some journals, some papers that can help you to, uh, do your research. Or maybe as a teacher, you have to ask, uh, maybe some professional to show you how to, uh, to, uh, Thank you.\nExaminer: Thank you. Um, right, so we talked about technology, um, so let's talk about technology in a bit more detail. Um, do you think technology has made life easier or more complicated?\nCandidate: Uh, absolutely easier. Maybe it is because I'm a millionaire or a Gen Z, and I use a lot of technology in my daily life, such as mobile phone and laptops. And depends on how you depict technology, we can say, uh, maybe a desk or a book is also a technology item. But absolutely, a hundred percent, it can make, uh, your life easier.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think children should use technology in schools?\nCandidate: Yep. But to a certain extent, like technology can help us, or maybe in this term, kids to learn, like they can use iPad, but, uh, the application that they use should be limited to maybe some platform that, uh, teachers use to teach they, their students.\nExaminer: Okay. And what are the advantages of children using technology in schools?\nCandidate: Uh, maybe, uh, I- I'm sorry, can- can you come again?\nExaminer: Yep. What are the advantages of children using technology in schools?\nCandidate: Uh, they can use it for, uh, learning, uh, maybe like, uh, drawing in, uh, in iPad, on iPad, maybe gonna be easier for them because they don't have to bring another item in their bags, like, uh, pens for maybe a crayon, something like that.\nExaminer: Okay? And, uh, do you think there are any disadvantages of children using technology?\nCandidate: Yeah, I've heard that there is a study about, uh, how our technology, especially mobile phone can, or social media can affect children. Uh, like it decrease their attention span and they are not as easily curious as before.\nExaminer: Okay. And how has technology impacted traditional jobs?\nCandidate: Um, many trade- many- I've heard that many people lose their job because of technology, especially in this, uh, artificial intelligence era where, uh, you can just write anything or, uh, you can create or generate some videos or images with AI. So, uh, yeah, I think we have to adapt to this technology.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think people rely too much on technology?\nCandidate: Uh, I don't think there is any parameter for this, but generally I think, yeah, nowadays people rely too much on the technology. Like, in my, uh, region, people don't like to, uh, walk as much as before. Even the distance is close, they, uh, usually use their bike and that is bad for the environment.\nExaminer: Okay, and why do you think people, uh, rely too much on technology?\nCandidate: Because there's just, uh, well, technology is, uh, mainly used, or, uh, the- the main aim of technology is to, uh, make it easier for us to live our life, but if we, uh, I rely too much on technology. Like, nowadays, like, they don't like to socialize. They just use social media and don't want to meet, uh, people, uh, in the real world. And also, uh, like, as I mentioned before, people, uh, just don't like to walk as much as before. Uh, that- that's why I think people rely too much on technology.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. We've now come to the end of this speaking test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 33,
  "title": "033 - Real Band 8 IELTS Speaking Test",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello and welcome to this practice exam conducted by British America Resource Center. My name is Maruf and I'm your practice examiner. These questions are designed to simulate the R-speaking test. So let's begin. What is your full name?\nCandidate: Uh, my full name is Riyadh Hussain.\nExaminer: And what should I call you?\nCandidate: You can call me Riyadh.\nExaminer: And where are you from?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm from Dhaka. I live in Uttara, sector 7.\nExaminer: At the beginning of the IELTS test, you'd be required to provide your passport or an ID, but as this is just a practice exam, you didn't provide any ID or a passport. Now, in the first part of the test, I'm going to ask you some questions about yourself. Do you like to help others?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, I do like to help others. Some- sometimes I even go out of my way to help others, and that causes a lot of issues, but I still enjoy helping other people.\nExaminer: Great. Have you ever done any volunteer work?\nCandidate: I have done a few. Uh, on top of my head, I can think of two that I did. Uh, one of them was, uh, cleaning the front street of my school, and the other one was building a stage for a functional program.\nExaminer: Okay. What kind of volunteer work would you like to do in the future?\nCandidate: I would like to be a volunteer at a marathon race. So I really- I think it's very fun, and to give out water bottles to the runners, and to encourage them. And as I participated in a marathon myself, I think- I think I can give them helpful tips and stuff like that. So I- I would like to be a volunteer there.\nExaminer: Awesome. What do you think volunteer work is important?\nCandidate: Can you repeat the question?\nExaminer: What do you think volunteer work is important?\nCandidate: I think it helps you understand some of the workers that, uh, do the- these jobs regularly. For example, if- if it's a street cleaner, uh, it's a very tedious and a very hard job, and I think it would help you appreciate them more. So I think it's very important to do volunteer work to understand how people in this- in this kind of field work and feel.\nExaminer: This is the end of part one. Now, move on to part two. In this part, I'm going to give you a topic, and you have to talk about it for one or two minutes. Before you talk, you can take notes if you wish. Okay. You have one minute to think about it. So, here is the topic. And the pencil and the paper. Alright, thank you. And, uh, I would like you to describe a time when you did some volunteer work. And from now, your time starts. Okay.\nCandidate: I'm done. Thank you.\nExaminer: Okay. Uh, remember, you have one or two minutes for this, so don't worry if I stop you. Would you like to start now, please?\nCandidate: Yeah, sure. So, um, I did it during my school years. Uh, it- I cleaned the front street of my school, so, uh, it was the main road that we used to take, uh, take, uh, to go to our school, to get to our school. Um, so, we cleaned the streets and picked up the garbage from the road, and we- we went other directions as well, uh, mainly the subjunct road, the, uh, adjacent road, basically. So, we did that, and we picked the garbages, we used a broomstick to clean the roads, we- we wore masks and overcoat, but I don't think that helped a lot. Um, we help the workers there, uh, who works there daily, on a daily basis, who cleans the street and everything. I think they had the whole day off where we worked, uh, instead of them. That felt great. I think they needed- they deserve a break more than anything, as they work under the heat. And they, like, it's a very tedious job, right? Because there's a lot of dirt, there's a lot of garbage, and there's a lot of traffic that they always have to face. So, I think it was a really good thing that my school, I, and my team, my team of volunteers that worked there. So, I... To be honest, it was probably one of the best things I had that I was helping someone or a group of people that earns their daily living, their daily money or their monthly income through this kind of very hard and tedious job. So it felt really nice and I felt great about myself. And the one thing I learned that these jobs are very difficult.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: You have to put on a lot of effort and you have to work a lot for long hours to finish what you have to do yet again on a daily basis.\nExaminer: Okay, I have some follow-up questions for you.\nCandidate: Alright.\nExaminer: What are some of the challenges or risks that you face in this project?\nCandidate: The challenges I faced the most was the dust. I have a severe- I have severe dust allergies and it caused a lot of issues. I had to take a pill before and after I, like, I did the volunteer work. And one of the most risky things was the ongoing traffic. Uh, we had to stop the on-going traffic, it was the main road, so there was a huge traffic, so we had to stop the traffic, and then clean, and then start traffic again. People got impatient, people started honking, and people started even screaming at us. We were probably at plus six or seven during that time, and it was very, very scary to stop people.\nExaminer: Okay. And how do you measure the impact or success of this project?\nCandidate: I think I would say that the most- the most beneficial and successful thing that we did was clean the street, and the amount of garbage that we picked from there, and sent it away to the garbage warehouse. So, I think we could calculate that from there, and the impact was that... I think we learned a lot about people and how- how hard they have to work. I think it gave us a good experience on how our life would be without them. So, I think that was a very impactful thing that a lot of us learned that day. Thank you, thank you.\nExaminer: This is the end of part two. May I have the pencil?\nCandidate: Sure, sure, sure.\nExaminer: Thank you very much. And the cue card, please.\nCandidate: Yes, thank you.\nExaminer: You're welcome. Let's move on to part three and I have several questions for you. How common is volunteer work in your country?\nCandidate: I think it's very common. There are a lot of organizations that offer volunteer work and they offer, like, they may offer it in advertisement or give it in front of schools and everything where students could join or normal people could join on their weekdays or weekends. I think it's very common and it's very available. If you- if you just look for it, you can get any volunteer work you want.\nExaminer: What are the benefits of volunteer work for individuals in society?\nCandidate: For the individuals, uh, if you're a student, then you can earn certificates there. And for other people, I think you get to meet a lot of people. So, the social aspect, I think, is a very good thing that you can, like, you can hope to achieve from volunteer work. So, uh, let's say you're working under- you're working under an organization with a lot of people from different cultures, they might have different hobbies, they might have different way of life, they might think of a different way of life, right? So I think you can learn a lot from them, you can socialize, you can make new friends if you want to. I think that's a very good thing to do. And you're helping others, right? So, why not?\nExaminer: What are some of the challenges or difficulties of volunteer work?\nCandidate: The challenges and the- or difficulties, right? So, I think it's, like, there can be a, like, number of challenges, right? So, some of them might be the environment you're working in, uh, the actual work, if you're working outside and it's daytime, the heat can be an issue, the dust, the pollution, And also the people that you're working. You cannot mix with everyone, right? You have a diff- you have a type of people that you would mix with. So, mixing, like, you know, there can be people that you have difficulty, like, talking to or difficulty communicating. So those are the issues that many people can face.\nExaminer: Okay. What personalities and qualities are required for being a volunteer?\nCandidate: I think, uh, the most important quality that you can have is that you have to be very open-minded, and that you have to be open to communication, right? You have to be friendly, you have to be able to talk, you want to talk to people, because if you're just there and just, you're sitting quietly, people would get awkward, because no one knows you there, right? So if you're open-minded, if you're extroverted, if you're friendly, and if you're, like, you know, if you're trying to encourage them as well, they will do the same to you.\nExaminer: Can a volunteer be treated the same as paid staff?\nCandidate: Uh, in my opinion, I don't think so. Uh, because paid staff, you're paying them to do the work. Volunteers, they're doing it themselves. And so I think you would want to encourage the volunteers more, and you'd want to make sure that they're being treated a bit more differently than the paid staff. I'm not saying that the paid staff shouldn't be treated As good. I'm just saying that they should be different because they're taking time out of their weekdays or weekends to do the- to do the volunteer work, right? So, I think they should be treated a bit different and should be treated with a bit more encouragement and a bit for- in a cheerful manner.\nExaminer: Right. How can people be encouraged to do more volunteer work?\nCandidate: Well, again, back to the student part, if you're a student, just give them certificates. I think that's the best way to get students to do the volunteer work. And for other people, I can think of two ways. Uh, first can be advertisements, obviously. You advertise for your event, you organize more events, so that there are a lot of chance, uh, for volunteer- for volunteering work. And the other way can be, again, to organize more peop- uh, to organize more events, where people can join. And... If they see the volunteers, they can- they can be encouraged to participate as a volunteer next time. Right? For example, for me, uh, I want to be a volunteer at a marathon. So beca- and I want to be that because I saw other volunteers do that and I saw it was really fun and a very enjoyable thing to do. Right? So I want to do that. I think that's the best way to encourage more people to participate in volunteer work.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much.\nCandidate: Thank you very much for having me.\nExaminer: It's the end of the speaking test. Thanks for joining us.",
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  "serial": 34,
  "title": "034 - Band 9 IELTS Speaking Test",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello and welcome to this practice exam conducted by British American Resource Center. My name is Maruf and I'm your practice examiner. These exam questions are designed to simulate the IELTS speaking test. So let's begin. What is your full name?\nCandidate: My full name is Salsa Bilhaq.\nExaminer: At the beginning of the IELTS test, you'll be required to provide a passport or an ID, but as this is just a practice test, you don't need to provide any ID or a passport. So now in the first part of the test, I'm going to ask you some questions about yourself. Did you learn to swim when you were a child?\nCandidate: Unfortunately, I could not learn to swim when I was a child due to not having access to a swimming pool, and my parents were mostly busy with their work, so no one could really take me to the pool and teach me swimming. Okay.\nExaminer: How often do you go swimming now?\nCandidate: Um, now I try to go swimming at least once a week, uh, whenever I'm free or during my leisure time, because I feel like it is a great physical activity and it refreshes my mind.\nExaminer: What places are there for swimming where you live?\nCandidate: Closer to where I live, there is a fitness center, which consists of a gym, a swimming pool, and a badminton court, so I feel like that's best suited for me, since it's closer to where I live and I can go there anytime.\nExaminer: Do you think it would be more enjoyable to go swimming outdoors or at an indoor pool?\nCandidate: Well, I prefer swimming outdoors, uh, since I like swimming during the night time. This is why I like outdoor pools, so that I can look at the sky and embrace the stars when I'm swimming. As I like stargazing, so it is a bliss for me, for being able to look at the stars while being in the pool.\nExaminer: Thank you. This is the end of part one. Now, move on to part two. In this part, I'm going to give you a topic, and you have to talk about it for one or two minutes. Before you talk, you have one minute to think about what you're going to say. You can take some notes if you wish. Here's the paper and the pencil. And... this is your topic. I'd like you to describe a famous person that you know about. And from now, your time starts. Okay, your time is up. Remember, you have one or two minutes for this, so don't worry if I stop you. Would you please start speaking now?\nCandidate: Yes. Today, I would like to talk about a famous person. His name is Salman Khan, or Sal Khan. He is the founder and CEO of Khan Academy, which is a non-profit educational organization that facilitates education for a wide range of audience all around the world. He is, uh, he is an entrepreneur and an educator at the same time. He has around 7.8 million subscribers in his YouTube channel as of 2023, with around 6.5K videos that he made over the years. He started his career, uh, by tutoring his cousins using videos that he made. The positive feedback encouraged him to make more videos for a wider audience. Soon, he received a lot of positive feedback, and later, he started making more and more videos focusing mathematics and chemistry. During my A-levels, I was unable to do any sort of classes due to the pandemic. This is when I came across Khan Academy, uh, in YouTube, and I continued my studies with Khan Academy. Khan Academy helped me prepare for my exams and helped me receive my desired grade. Uh, the lessons were very concise, easy to understand, and clear. They provided, uh, study materials along with worksheets and test papers. They gave immediate feedbacks and helped me throughout the entire process. I think really highly, uh, of Khan Academy and Saul Khan, because he helped me throughout my entire A-levels, and prepared me for my chemistry and mathematics exam, and this is why I'm very grateful to him.\nExaminer: Thank you, this is the end of part two. May I have the pencil and the paper? Thank you. Okay, now move on to part three, and I'm going to ask you several questions in this part. What kinds of people are most famous in your country today?\nCandidate: People related to the media is most famous in my country. People who are associated with singing, dancing, acting are the type of people who are famous in my country because my country prioritizes the entire entertainment industry a lot.\nExaminer: Why are there so many stories about famous people in the news?\nCandidate: Whenever people become famous, they become a very common public interest, and this is when people become very curious to know more about their life. For some people, they are also role models, and naturally it makes people curious to know more about their role models. So I believe journalists use this as an opportunity to build more views in their videos by providing stories about famous people.\nExaminer: Do you agree or disagree that many young people today want to be famous?\nCandidate: Well, I agree with the fact that many young people today want to be famous. Well, to the point that they use social media platforms such as Instagram to pursue their career and showcase their talent by being influencers. I feel this is a very positive thing since they're utilizing their talent and also doing the best that they can.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think it is easy for famous people to earn a lot of money?\nCandidate: I don't think it is easy for anyone to earn a lot of money. Mostly famous people require media recognition and demand. For that, they need to have some sort of talent, they need to do hard work to be more visible in the eyes of the audience. So I feel like all this requires them to do a lot of hard work, so it is not easy for them.\nExaminer: Why might famous people enjoy having fans?\nCandidate: Well, as I mentioned before, famous people do a lot of hard work and put a lot of effort for the audience, so it is nice for them when fans are giving them positive reviews. It encourages them to perform better in the future. Okay.\nExaminer: In what ways could famous people use their influence to do good things in the world?\nCandidate: Famous people can use their platform to raise social awareness. They can also promote fundraising events where people can make donations. As they are trustworthy figures, it will be easier for people to make the donations without being hesitant.\nExaminer: Thank you, Salsabil. This is the end of the speaking test. Thank you very much for joining us. Thank you.",
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  "serial": 35,
  "title": "035 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 6 Mock Test | Nepalese Student 🇳🇵",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good evening. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, Namaste. My name is Rose Zama and I'm from Nepal.\nExaminer: Thank you. And what should I call you today?\nCandidate: Uh, you can call me by my first name, Brick.\nExaminer: That is- that is Rose. Thank you, Rose. Now, in this first part of the test, I will ask you questions about yourself. So, do you enjoy travelling?\nCandidate: Definitely, sir, I do enjoy travelling and I travel a lot of the time because whenever I travel to one place to another place, you know, I can see, uh, cultures, I can see different kinds of people and It brings happiness to me, you know, it refreshes my mind, so yeah, I like traveling.\nExaminer: Okay, and what is the most interesting place you've visited?\nCandidate: Uh, to be honest, I've never gone out of the, you know, city where the beautiful places are in my country, but one of the few places, you know, place that I visited recently, uh, was, uh, Patan Darwai Square, which is very near to our city, and it's beautiful.\nExaminer: Okay, and how often do you travel?\nCandidate: Uh, so I'm a student, so for me, you know, whenever I get the opportunity, uh, during, uh, break, holidays, I visit time to time, not far away from my hometown. Uh, if it's near from my hometown, I'll go there, but, you know, long, uh, traveling, I haven't done that much.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you prefer traveling by train or by car?\nCandidate: Uh, so, in our- in our place, we don't have train, and to, you know, book a taxi or a car, it's quite expensive here, so I don't have any vehicles right now, so I- if I have to go outside, if I have to visit, if I travel, I, uh, go via bus.\nExaminer: Okay. And are there any places that you would like to visit in the future?\nCandidate: Yes, uh, there are, uh, you know, certain, uh, tourist destination that I would like to go there. And I've made my wishlist too. One of the favourite one is, uh, Everest Base Camp, Pokhara. These are the favourite ones of mine. I've never been there, but in future, definitely.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Let's move on and now talk about music. Uh, what type of music do you like to listen to most?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm a huge fan of, uh, this kind of music which, uh, soothes the mind, like, Uh, the smooth music, the slow music, uh, you know, that- that relaxes my mind. I'm not into the, you know, pop, uh, or hip-hop, rap, you know, I'm not into this kind of music. I... I enjoy listening to those music which are very slow. Uh, you know, that helps me to relax. I'm into those music- music. I don't know, you know, what I can name it. I'm into this kind of music.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. And do you prefer listening to music at home or when you are out?\nCandidate: Uh, so, you know, I listen to music when, during my study time. Either it be at home or it be at work. So if I have to feel relaxed, if I have to, if I'm in a pressure, it's my source of motivation. I feel it helps me to relax. So yeah, whenever I'm in pressure, I do that.\nExaminer: Okay. And how important is music in your life?\nCandidate: Uh, so it's very important for me because, you know, each and every, uh, aspect, it plays an important role, uh, for me. Whenever I try to study, uh, I listen to music. Whenever I'm doing work, I listen to music. So I'm very connected with the music. So I listen frequently, I would say.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic, and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But, for your talk, you will have one minute to prepare, and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes, sir. Go on, sir.\nExaminer: Okay, so your one minute starts now. Okay, your one minute is now over and you may begin. Uh...\nCandidate: So, today I'm going to talk about the person who has influenced, uh, in my life, um, is none other than Lionel Messi, as I'm also a footballer, footballer, uh, amateur, amateur footballer, uh, he's a sole motivation for me, he's an idol for me, and I'll definitely go to the Lionel Messi right now, uh, He has influenced me in many ways, like, he's a teacher for me, he's a motivation for me, uh, he's... You know, in many aspects, he's everything for me. So, when I was a kid, I used to, uh, watch Missy a lot. Probably it was during 2002ville, uh, 11-2ville. It was, uh, I was a little kid and, you know, I watched him for the first time. Um, I learned a lot of things from him. And, you know, even though in a bad situation, Even when everyone is against you, you should keep moving forward. You should keep doing the things that you are, uh, good at. Eventually, you will get your result, you know. Today, you will fail. That's alright. But keep doing, uh, keep learning, uh, keep pushing yourself. Eventually, you'll get the results that you are hoping for. Eventually, you'll get the success that you are hoping for, and... After the World Cup, uh, he won the World Cup, you know, Argentina won the World Cup, and, I know, I also believe that, you know, if you work on the things that you want to achieve, uh, eventually that will- that- the thing that will fall for you, that will happen. And, the influence of Messi, for me, is huge. You know, It has become a part of my life.\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you. Thank you. Now, let's move on to talk about influential people in a bit more detail. So, how do you think famous people influence society?\nCandidate: Uh, so, I think... In my opinion, I will look in, you know, two ways, you know, the influential people can, um, uh, you know, influence the society in two ways, either in positive way, either in negative way, as, you know, it depends on his, uh, How he perceives or she perceives, you know, if he or she wants to, uh, change in society, you know, not being greedy or not being selfish, if she or he wants to change the society in a positive way, definitely, you know, those influential people can change in a positive way. But if the- the influential people are greedy and being- greedy or selfish, I think it will change the society in, uh, it will influence the society in a negative way too, because they are the influential people. They have the power and they have the money. Yeah. I- I look in this way.\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you. Do you think family members are the most influential people in a person's life?\nCandidate: So, to be honest, I think I have to agree on this, because, like, when you- you are growing up, you know, You- your ideal, uh, your idol for you is, you know, your father, or it can be your mother. For me, when I was in school, I wanted to be a medical doctor because my mother was, um, you know, really- she was related to health, and I was always, you know, I always looked up to her, and in future, I'll definitely, you know, be in the health-related field. So yeah, this- they play a huge role in, um, a person's life. The family are main import- important aspects of a person's life and they can influence in a positive way and negative way too.\nExaminer: Okay, and how can a teacher influence a student's future?\nCandidate: Uh, So, you know, the- the- the teachers are the, uh, you know, person can change the student's life drastically. Again, I have, you know, two views. I have to agree as well as I have to disagree because the, you know, teachers, Uh, sometimes, you know, teachers are the, uh, they are the pathways, you know, they- they show the pathways of, uh, uh, for students. You know, they know more- they know a lot more than students and they can easily I clarify, I show the parts for the student that will make a student's life easier, whereas, uh, if the, you know, teachers, you know, uh, work against the student, you know, that will hinder his or her performance.\nExaminer: So, yeah, the teachers... Thank you. And is it important for people to have role models in their lives?\nCandidate: I think having a role model is a plus point as, like, for me, uh, you know, it will help me to stay motivated, uh, you know, you have to do Even though you are not at the level right now, but you have to do, you have to keep moving forward, you have to keep pushing yourself, uh, eventually you will achieve it. You know, whenever you look at the- at the person that you idolize so much, That gives you, uh, motivation. So I think having, uh, either, uh, you know, someone who you look, uh, uh, up to, I think that's the plus point or that- that- that's beneficial for each and- each and every person.\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you. We've now come to the end of this test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 36,
  "title": "036 - IELTS speaking test band score 6.5",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, from here starts the speaking test. This is the speaking test of the International English Language Testing System. The candidate's name is Steve Smith, uh, and the candidate number is 017782. And the examiner is Sarah White, and the examiner number is 13522. Uh, welcome.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Uh, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My name is Steve.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Could you spell that for me, please?\nCandidate: It spells out as S-T-E-V-E.\nExaminer: Can I, uh, see your identification, please?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Uh, could you tell me, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm currently a student, and I'm studying, uh, European language and culture at London University.\nExaminer: Uh, very good. Do you like your major?\nCandidate: I do like my major. I find it interesting and I'm hope- I'm looking forward to finding a job within that criteria.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Tell me, what do you like to do in your free time?\nCandidate: In my free time, I would love to, um, watch some, um, YouTube videos, and if I have enough time, I would, uh, study some German, because I want to have a better knowledge in German grammar, which I find difficult to study.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Uh, could you tell me the name of your hometown?\nCandidate: I've been residing in London, which is the capital city of England. And that's a very crowded city, and there is a lot of tourist sites, and I recommend you visit there.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Thank you. Is there anything you dislike about your hometown?\nCandidate: Anything I dislike about my hometown is air pollution, which comes from the other area of the city. That's very different. That's a bad situation there.\nExaminer: Okay, uh, so now we are going to talk about haircuts. How often do you get a haircut?\nCandidate: That's a great question. Let me think about it. I get my haircut once a month. I usually went to barber shop, but nowadays, due to coronavirus, I go to a shop that's near my house. They offer a reasonable price to university students, and because I want to have tidy hair, so I look good, so I can go and hang out with my friends.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Thank you. How long have you had your current hairstyle?\nCandidate: I have been maintaining this style about a year since I was dispatched from the military service. And I like it because I don't have to put a lot of wax and hair product on it. And I like this air-serving style.\nExaminer: Thank you. Have you ever had an unhappy haircut experience?\nCandidate: Um, during my military service, we were forced to, uh, cut our hair very fo- very short, and- and that's, uh, I didn't like how it appeared from outside. So I didn't like that.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. Do you like getting your hair cut?\nCandidate: As I mentioned before, I like, uh, to have it tied up hair, and so be refreshed, so I look refreshed. And, yeah, I- because of that, I go, uh, to the barber shop once a month.\nExaminer: Thank you. Can you compare your hairstyle now to when you were a child?\nCandidate: Um, that's a great question. When I was a child, my brother used to cut my hair, and he had a trimmer. Because he used trimmer to cut my hair, my hair always were short. Very short. And I didn't like that. But nowadays, I can put, um, put in style my hair, which represent my, um, identity. So I prefer this kind of style from the one I had in childhood.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. Now let's move on to the second part, and I'll give you a piece of paper here, and a pen, then you have one minute to think about the topic I introduced to you, and then you have two minutes, and you should talk about two minutes about the topic. Okay, and here is the- you can make notes if you wish. Here is your paper and a pen, and the topic is, uh, describe a time you were sleepy but you had to stay awake. Okay? You have one minute to think about it, and your one minute starts... now. Please. Okay, your time's up now. Uh, now, you can talk about it for two minutes.\nCandidate: Okay. It was a recent situation that I had a vital exam, uh, that's called, uh, macroeconomics, which I'm taking right now. And that was very important for me, so I should, uh, I should have stayed awake all the night and study for it. And I used several methods to overcome this night. The first one I used was, uh, I ate a lot of coffee, and I drank a lot of energy drink, which is very weird. And the weird part is when I took, uh, two shower in a row, two showers in a row, and, uh, warm water and cold water, which, uh, make my blood flow and circulate through my body. And because I- I didn't dis- I didn't like this experience because I'm a very sleepy person. And, I'm a very sleepy person, and my friend always says, you are very sleepy, and they called me a hibernate. They- they say, you are a hibernate person every day. And, yeah, and, um, the next day I had an exam, I was very sleepy during the exam period. And, but I did use a great method to overcome that night.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. So, how was the next day when you were taking the exam? How did you feel?\nCandidate: As I said before, I was very sleepy during the exam, and during the exam, I rehashed to myself, why am I doing this? Why I stayed up all the night? And after the exam, I got the result, and that was very great, and I said, okay, it was worth it to stay up.\nExaminer: Very good. And so, let's move on to the third part. And the question is, uh, what occasions do people need to stay awake when they're very tired?\nCandidate: That's a great question. Um, I would probably say when they have a project to work on, or, in my experience, I told you, they- they have a study for exam that's important for them, they should stay awake all the night.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Thank you. Uh, in your country, is it common to work a lot of overtime or working overnight?\nCandidate: It didn't used to be common, but nowadays they are very common. Because of the, uh, economical crisis, people have to work during the night, so they- so that they can over- overcome this crisis and get by their life.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Thank you. So, uh, what do you think brought about this change, and what caused the change?\nCandidate: I would probably say because of the economical crisis and problem that people have in their life.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: And the lack of money they have during their life.\nExaminer: Okay, uh, do you think people who get up early in the morning are more productive than, uh, people who get up later in the morning?\nCandidate: It's kind of a stereotype that I had, but I would say, um, people who wake up early morning, they are more productive because, um, I personally, when I go out under dark outside, I get some kind of lazy and drowsy. But, um, when I- when the sun rises, I'm more energetic and productive during the day. So I would say yes.\nExaminer: Yes, right. And who do you think wakes up earlier? Younger people or older people?\nCandidate: Um, definitely younger, because old people are- are- they have stress and they're- they have tiredness in their body, so it's difficult for them to wake up early. But younger people are able to wake up early in the morning.\nExaminer: So, what kind of people lack sleep?\nCandidate: I haven't thought about that, so let me think. I would say night shift workers lack sleep because, um, they sh- they wake up at the night, they start working at- during the night, and they sleep- they go back to sleep at the morning. And their life balance is kind of break down. And, uh, and they con- they're always confused if they want to work right now or sleep right now. And because of this confusion, they lose a lot of time during the day.\nExaminer: Yeah, that's right. And I think there is a lot of debate these days about high school students. Uh, do they sleep enough? Can you tell me the situation in your country?\nCandidate: Um, I personally think this problem has been addressed in my country now. But, uh, my, uh, in my country, people think college- college- college is a place that, And people, um, get a degree, and graduate, and go to a good, prestigious university. After graduation, they find a decent job, and then they have a better life. That's the thought of my people. Because of that, a student, um, working very hard, studying very hard. And, uh, I saw some of my friends during college, they were working, they were studying, they were doing their homework during the lecture times. And the audience and the teacher wouldn't give them a notice, because they- they say, leave them away. They are a student. They- they lack of sleep. And even though they lacking sleep, And they should take care of their study and their health, because, uh, lacking sleep would cause several problem and health issue to the person.\nExaminer: The test is over now.",
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  "serial": 37,
  "title": "037 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 5 | Mock Test | Bangladeshi Student 🇧🇩",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good evening. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name?\nCandidate: My name's Ashraful Islam, but you can call me Ashraful. It's my nickname.\nExaminer: Thank you, Ashraful. Now, in the first part of this test, I will ask you questions about yourself. So, how often do you use technology in your daily life?\nCandidate: I use technology in, uh, several times in my daily life, uh, such as mobile phone. Uh, I used, uh, regularly cause, uh, some communicate with my friends and sometimes chat.\nExaminer: Okay. And what kind of technology do you use the most?\nCandidate: Actually, I most use several technologies, but, uh, especially mobile phone and sometimes PC and tablet.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think technology has made life easier or more difficult?\nCandidate: No, I- I- I think, um, technology, um, is more easier our life, and improve, is, uh, numerous our life, cause, uh, in the past, we are not, uh, really, uh, not, uh, easily get any, uh, work for, uh, that time, but, uh, nowadays, uh, we can easily, some work are, uh, finished in, uh, this technology. So, I think technology improve our life.\nExaminer: Okay, and what kind of technology do you think will be common in the future?\nCandidate: Actually, it depends on person, but- but I- as far as I'm concerned, uh, technology is mobile phone, and sometimes computer, and, uh, photo- and cameras are most common in the future, and, uh, it's, uh, crucial, important for our person, for pres- uh, for, uh, depends on person, cause, uh, it's, uh, Uh, huge, uh, important in our life and, uh, let's...\nExaminer: Okay. And do you prefer using technology for work or for leisure?\nCandidate: I pre- I prefer, uh, some technology in my leisure time, uh, such as, uh, tablet, which I- I played, uh, some, uh, educational, uh, quizzes and sometimes educational assignments, so wha- what, uh, I not, uh, find any, uh, type of website. So the time I, when I get a free time, so that, uh, so I will try, I was tried, uh, some educational, uh, quizzes, uh, and enhanced my, uh, knowledge. So I can learn many things from that time.\nExaminer: Okay. And, uh, are there any disadvantages of using technology?\nCandidate: Yes, uh, there are several, uh, disadvantages in, uh, the modern era, uh, such as, uh, firstly, uh, the disadvantage- addicted some, uh, childrens, uh, in, uh, the virtual games, and, uh, furthermore, are, uh, addicted some, uh, uh, I've addicted some games, such as Free Fire, PUBG, and it's harmful our health and body, and also our mind, and distract our study life.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, let's move on and talk about transportation. So, what type of transportation do you use the most?\nCandidate: Actually, I use several technology, uh, transportation, uh, such as CNG, and bus, and ba- and sometimes, uh, I use my, uh, car, and, uh, I most use, actually, rickshaw, which is, uh, uh, I go- go, uh, my school, and, uh, sometimes, I- I- going for, uh, leisure time, I go out, uh,\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think, uh, public transportation is important?\nCandidate: Could you repeat, please, this question, sir?\nExaminer: Yes, uh, do you think public transportation is important?\nCandidate: Yes, it's, uh, significantly important our life cause, uh, such as, uh, train, which is our most, uh, passengers, uh, travel in every day. Our, uh, some- our- some, uh, for, uh, work. And, uh, some depends on their study and some are, uh, traveling in one side to another side. So, it's crucially important in, uh, actually, uh, people. And, uh, I- I thought, uh, it's, uh, our- it's developed our, uh, government and, uh, it's, uh, quite, uh, important in, uh, modern era.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Thank you. I will now share the topic. Okay, your one minute is now over, and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: Okay, I would like to describe about a skill I have, I would like to. It's driving, cause I am a traveller person, so I would like to, uh, driving, cause it's a crucial for this skill, and, uh, Uh, I think, um, my, uh, father, mother, and sister are also, uh, professional driver, cause, uh, we have our own- we have a car, and, uh, a little bit, um... I'm depressed because I was- I am not a driver because I have not a driving license. So, it's- I think, uh, in the- after two months or three months, um, after, I would like to, uh, go uh, car training, uh, station and, uh, I'd like to, uh, visit their office and, uh, I would, uh, like to, uh, drive, travel, uh, driving in a car and, uh, when I... I will, uh, I will, uh, go for, uh, outside at that time, so I- I would like to my car and drive easily, and with my friends, family, and sometimes partner. So it's, uh, quite a lot of important in me, uh, I'd like to, uh, Drive a car, and, uh, sometimes, uh, emergency time, so that time, I know, I, uh, don't know car driving, so it's, uh, a risk, um, for me. And, uh, I, uh, I would like to, uh, driving a car or any transportation when I have a license. So, uh, if I get a license, I would like to, um, drive any- any transportation. So, it's...\nExaminer: Thank you. Thank you. Let's move on and talk about skills in a bit more detail. So, how important is it for people to keep learning new skills throughout their lives?\nCandidate: It's, uh, quite a lot of important cause, uh, people when, uh, uh, when, uh, know and get, uh, new skills. So, their time, their, uh, their, uh, character or their personality are flashed in the public. And, uh, it's, uh, depend on positive skill or negative skill. So, uh, for instance, my grandfather is, uh, uh, police. So, he is a new skill for gun, uh, shooter. So, it's, uh, quite important for, uh, person to person and depends on what new skill you learned.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think people can learn new skills at any age?\nCandidate: Yes, yes, it's, uh, it's absolutely cause, uh, but, uh, restricted, uh, some ages, uh, when, uh, people are not, uh, for instance, children. Children, uh, can't, uh, learn anything for, uh, their age. Uh, over 18 or over 16, you, uh, would try to anything, uh, when you, uh, get, uh, the skill, and easily they are, uh, achieved, uh, their, uh, skill. So, I- I thought, uh, it's, uh, cool, uh, it's, uh, a lot of important when people, uh, get, uh, some skills, uh, such as, uh, as- as far as I concern, uh, my, uh, I would like to, uh, driving license, cause I am a traveler person, uh, it depends on person to person.\nExaminer: Okay. Uh, how can learning a new skill help a person's career?\nCandidate: Career. Uh, it's, uh, This is a good question, and, uh, I- I thought, uh, it's, uh, quite, uh, changed their, uh, personality and character. When people get a new skill, so their time, they are, uh, flashed, uh, their, uh, personality, and their extra, uh, skills are, uh, shown in public. So their time, they are, uh... Able to any job or any criteria. Uh, for instance, um, my friend is a doctor, so he is a well surgeon. So, uh, well surgeon in their team. So, it's a crucial important for him, uh, to he is a great surgeon. It's, uh, facility for him, and I thought it's, uh, extra skill for him.\nExaminer: Okay, and how do you think technology will affect the way we learn new skills in the future?\nCandidate: Uh, it's a lot of, uh, important and, uh, crucial cause, uh, we need any help nowadays. Uh, we, uh, uh, check Google, uh, sometimes Twitter and some, uh, websites, uh, cause we are not, uh, know everything. So technology get- technology give- give our, uh, Uh, numerous, uh, facilities and sometimes when we was not known anything. So that time we find Google and some, uh, educational sites. For instance, uh, my teacher, uh, give me a assignment. So I could find, uh, any friends, any group, uh, at, uh, even at my school. So I- I can learn, uh, I can find, uh, Google and I find, uh, this, uh, assignment and I completed this.\nExaminer: Is it better to focus on mastering one skill or to learn many different skills?\nCandidate: Actually, uh, as far as I concern, uh, we focus one skill, cause when we learn one skill fulfilled, so that time we- we are able to this skill and we achieve this skill easily. Uh, however, we- when we focus, uh, numerous skill and several skill, uh, we are not able to, uh, achieve easily is, uh, this skill. Uh, such as, uh, when we focused, uh, skill, uh, such as driving. So, you- when you get, uh, license and you are able to driving in, uh, easily. But when time you looking driving and you looking betting and you looking, uh, another option. So, the time you are, uh, easily distract, uh, your, uh, way. So, I thought, uh, it- we focused, uh, one skill.\nExaminer: Okay? Thank you. We've now come to the end of this speaking test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 38,
  "title": "038 - IELTS speaking test band score 6.5",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good morning.\nCandidate: Good morning.\nExaminer: Welcome to IBM IELTS Academy. This is the speaking section of your IELTS test. It may take about 15 minutes, and I will ask you some questions in three parts. Is that okay?\nCandidate: Yes, sure.\nExaminer: Examiner is Sarah Parker. Examiner number is 23589. Candidate is Elahe Mizbani, and candidate number is 13594. What's your full name?\nCandidate: Uh, my name is Elahe, but, uh, all my relatives and friends call me Eli, so call me Eli.\nExaminer: Okay, may I see your ID card?\nCandidate: Yeah, sure.\nExaminer: Thank you.\nCandidate: Here you go.\nExaminer: Thank you. Where are you from?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm from Iran, uh, it's, uh, um, Asian country, and, um, somehow it's a historical country, and, uh, I live in, uh, in a big city that, uh, is located in the middle of the country, um, Isfahan.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Uh, yes.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Do you work or study?\nCandidate: Um, somehow both of them. I work as a med rep for an Iranian company, um, in part-time, and, uh, on the other hand, I work, um, I study, uh, in master, and, um, sometimes, um, in, uh, sometimes, uh, in my leisure time, I study English for my IELTS exam.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you have a lot of friends?\nCandidate: Um, no, I don't have a lot of friends, but I have, uh, two or three friends that are really close to me, and they're like sister to me. Always, uh, they are my partner in crime and spending our time together.\nExaminer: Hmm. Uh, who is your best friend and why?\nCandidate: Um, well, my best- my best friend is Maral now. Uh, we met, uh, each other in high school, and, uh, unfortunately, last year, she, uh, immigrated to, uh, Italy, and, um, we couldn't see each other, um, so, uh, our connection is just limited to, uh, video fo- video call and, um, texting. That's it.\nExaminer: And can you tell me with whom would you like to be friends and why?\nCandidate: Uh, well, um, you know, uh, the place that I work, uh, there is a person, uh, that, uh, she is really lovely and, uh, heart person. Uh, sometimes I- I think, uh, if I could be friend, uh, with her is really, uh, could help me to improve my job, uh, my skills, and, um, I can, uh, have her in my side, um, as one of my friend.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. What kind of person can you be friends with easily?\nCandidate: Uh, you know, I'm a person, um, I'm an extrovert person, uh, so I prefer to, um, match with someone who is, um, um, who is, uh, have the same, um, have the same personal- personality like me. And, uh, I can't, uh, make a good relation with a person who are,\nExaminer: Which is more important to you, family or friends?\nCandidate: It's a really hard question because both of them, uh, have, um, you know, have a great place in my life. But, um, you know, family is a thing that, uh, you can't replace them, uh, with, uh, other people. Uh, and it doesn't mean my friends, uh, don't have, um, good, um, situation in my life, for example. And, uh, so, uh, I prefer, uh, my family than my friends. Uh, that's all.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay, now I'll give you a cue card. You have one minute to think about it and two minutes to talk. Is that clear?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Okay, that's the question and you can take it.\nCandidate: Okay? Okay. Thank you.\nExaminer: Now you may talk.\nCandidate: Uh, well, uh, you know, uh, first of all, I believe, uh, in my idea, uh, good parents could, uh, have, um, uh, make more facilities for their, uh, children, and they have, uh, they should have a good financial level in the society, especially now. Uh, and, um, uh, I- I believe, uh, my aunt and her husband, uh, they could be really good parents. Uh, I know them, uh, four years ago, especially her, because she's my- one of my part- one of my family. And, um, and they are really, um, lovely, hearty, uh, sympathetic, and, uh, most of the time, uh, they try to improve their abilities, their skills, and their knowledge. And, uh, recently, uh, they want to, uh, have a baby, and so, um, I- I think, um, they could be really good parents, uh, because everything is, uh, really good and, uh, especially their job, uh, have a, um, great, um, have a great, um, have a great appearance in the society. So, um, I, um, so in my idea, um, they can, um, do this job, uh, well.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Uh, what is important for parents in raising children?\nCandidate: Uh, there are, um, some, um, there are some skills and, um, there are some skills that they have to, uh, learn or have them. Uh, for instance, if, um, they should be, um, patience and, um, tolerate, uh, everything that related to their children. The next one is they should be kind and participate in every celebration or occasion that's related to their children. And I think having these two options is the most important for parents, for being good parents.\nExaminer: Do you think both parents play different roles in raising a child?\nCandidate: Um, if I want to be honest, I believe, um, both parents have, um, the same role, uh, in raising child. And, um, there isn't any special roles that related to a mom or a father. Uh, they have to, uh, cooperate together and, um, try to, um, try to, um, try to, Nature, try to nature their children together.\nExaminer: Uh-huh. Uh, what do you think? Is it good to encourage children with sweets? With sweets?\nCandidate: Um, I don't think so, because it's, uh, unhealthy.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: And, um, children can be addicted, um, to sweets. Uh, after a long time, um, uh, maybe, uh, they, uh, faced with, um, um, obesity and, uh, some, uh, possibility disease. So, um, I disagree with this.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Do you think parents spend too much on buying toys for their kids?\nCandidate: Sorry, can you repeat that again?\nExaminer: Yes. Do you think parents spend too much money on buying toys for their kids?\nCandidate: Um, actually, it, uh, depends on to their financial level. Uh, if, um, they are in, uh, they, um, live in a middle class of a society, Uh, I think, no, they don't, um, spend much money. Uh, and, um, most of the time try to, uh, entertaining their children with, um, um, some, uh, physical, um, games. Uh, but, um, if you have, um, good, um, uh, financial level, uh, yes, why not? They spend, uh, much money for, Um, their children to buying toys, video games, and so on.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: This is the end of your test. You're welcome.\nCandidate: Thank you.",
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  "serial": 39,
  "title": "039 - Perfect Band 9 in IELTS Speaking Test 2023",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello and welcome to this practice exam conducted by British American Resource Center. My name is Maruf and I'm your practice examiner. These questions are designed to simulate the R-speaking test, so let's begin. What is your full name?\nCandidate: My full name is Nihal Mahmood Khan.\nExaminer: And what should I call you?\nCandidate: You can call me Nihal.\nExaminer: At the beginning of the IELTS test, you'll be required to provide a passport or an ID, but as this is just a practice exam, you don't need to provide any ID or passport. Now, in the first part of the test, I'm going to ask you some questions about yourself. Do you prefer working alone or in a team?\nCandidate: Actually, I prefer working in a team, although it depends on the particular project, but mostly I prefer working in a team because, well, as any task is complicated or relatively more complex, working in a team will help me to get to the target. So yes, I- I prefer working in a team.\nExaminer: And how often do you work in a team?\nCandidate: Quite often. Actually, I have to work on a team frequently, so currently I'm working as a part-time content editor, so I'm part of the content team. Apart from that, I'm also working to get a paper published on a journal, so even there I'm working on a team, so I have to work on a team on a regular basis.\nExaminer: What are some benefits of teamwork?\nCandidate: Okay. So there are two benefits. Number one is the- actually, there are a lot of benefits, but the two that I'm going to focus on more. Number one is the idea generation, right? There are different people in a team, and say we want to develop something, an app or anything. So there are different people, and they will put their own idea forward. So there is the aspect of idea generation, and apart from that, there's the problem-solving angle. Let's say we face a problem in the team now. There are ten members in a team. Each of them put forward their idea to solve a problem. So, even in problem solving, this teamwork will help a lot, right?\nExaminer: And what are some challenges of teamwork?\nCandidate: Ah, okay. Uh, when I- when it comes to challenges, obviously there is the obvious conflict of ideas. Different members, different- each of them have their own point of view, right? So, yes, there is the issue regarding conflict of ideas, and apart from that, sometimes there is the issue of consistency as well, yes? See, there- if there are, like, 15 members in a team, not everyone is going to perform the same or properly every day. So yes, there is the issue of consistency and persistence.\nExaminer: Okay. So, how do you deal with the conflicts?\nCandidate: Well, first of all, I have to go to the root of that, right? Let's say an individual is pestering or, you know, causing a lot of problem. Now, before targeting or doing anything, let- let me just think from the- from his point of view, that wha- what is the main factor behind that, right? And then go to the root of that and try to solve it, you know? Just analyze it and give a solution. How can I, uh, what will, you know, solve his problem, right? So that is one thing. And if I see that the team member is, like, you know, can- without, like, even in- despite making changes, is still, you know, disturbing or may- creating a lot of challenges, then, well, I think it's time to relieve him of his duties, yeah. So that- that is one way to deal with it, yeah. Thinking it from their point of view, right?\nExaminer: What skills are important for teamwork?\nCandidate: Okay, so there is the obvious communication. You have to communicate with your team- team members, right? Apart from that, there is the, uh, issue of persistency and the knowledge of the particular skill. Let's say you are, uh, working on an engineering project, a civil engineering project. Obviously, you have to know about particular engineering aspects and how to design something, right? So, yeah, there- there- there's the technical skills, and apart from that, you need to be aware about time management, discipline, and all that. But I believe listening is also very important. So, like, each member of the team would want to be heard. So, yes, uh, it is important that everyone have listening skills as well.\nExaminer: What are some advantages or disadvantages of working in a multicultural team?\nCandidate: Well, the advantage is that you have a different point of view and different way of getting things done, right? Let's say we have a Japanese or an American team, right? Obviously, the work ethic in two different- in these countries are very different from each other. So that is one aspect. Like, uh, let's say an American wants to get things done very quickly, right? And Japanese want- maybe a bit more- wants to take a bit more time. So there is the different way of dealing with problem or condition, right? Well, in terms of disadvantage, again, this one, this diversity. Let's say, like, an American doesn't like the way how Japanese people work, so there can be conflict, right? So, yes, this is a kind of problem that might happen in a multicultural team. I believe that. Okay.\nExaminer: This is the end of part one. Let's move on to part two.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Um, in this part, I'm going to give you a topic, and you have to talk about it for one or two minutes.\nCandidate: Sure.\nExaminer: Before you talk, you have one minute to think about what you're going to say. You can take notes if you wish. Here's the paper.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: And the pencil. Thank you. And this is your topic.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: I'd like you to describe a time when you worked in a team.\nCandidate: Mm-hmm.\nExaminer: And from now your time starts.\nCandidate: Okay. Okay.\nExaminer: Are you done?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Remember, you have one or two minutes for this, so don't worry if I stop you. Would you like to start now?\nCandidate: Yes, I would like to start now, yeah. Please. Okay, so, I recently worked in a team that was the content team for a startup company, right? And so, the- the task was to create different types of content for different websites related to, say, uh, automobile or kitchen or- or tourism, right? And in that team, there were content developers or content writers who would write the content, and then there was the content editor who would You know, oversee the content and then edit the information. And above them was the content manager, right? So that was part of the content team. Now, my job was that of a content editor. Content editor as in, like, let's say a content developer would write an information or a content. Now, my job was to check that, check that information and see if it meets the proper standards or the requirements of our client, right? Or, if the grammar is correct or not, how the sentence is being structured, things like that, you know, basic stuff. But, nevertheless, it's very important because I have to make sure that it meets the right standards so that, you know, whenever it- our clients would publish those in their website, it would help them rank, help the website rank. So, yes, that was my task, make sure that it meets the right standards. Kind of like the quality team in a company or something like that, right? And, um, well, Uh, so the team actually worked in this way. I think I kind of gave a hint of how the team works. So, it kind of works in this way. There was the content developer whose job was to scour through the website, and make a structure, and then write, uh, on the basis- on the right tone, accurate information, and exactly on- on the, you know, in- on the requirements of our client. And then there was the editor who would, you know, check whether it meets the exact standards or not. And, you know, suggest any particular changes. And, um, after that, there was the content manager, obviously, who managed and oversaw the whole operation and made sure that the content meets the exact standard. So, yes, that was how the team was being made. Okay.\nExaminer: How did you divide the work among the team members?\nCandidate: Okay, so this, uh, it dep- it was divided based on what the individual team member was comfortable with and their skill set. So, uh, let's say someone is comfortable working with automobile, right? We would comfor- we would give them contents related to that. Automobile, or go-kart, or, you know, technical topic. Or if someone is comfortable working with tourism, we gave them tourism-related website work. So, yes, that- that was what they were comfortable with and their skillset. How good are they? I mean, let's- this technical-related contents, they're a bit more challenging. So we gave technical-related content to people who are- who are relatively better at researching and writing. Yeah, so skillset and what they were comfortable with. That's how the task was divided.\nExaminer: And what difficulties or challenges did the team face?\nCandidate: Okay, so obviously there was the issue related to motivation, obviously, you, uh, not every day there is the same motivation to get things done, right? Motivation, and there was the consistency issue as well. Sometimes, people, despite reading the instruction, made the same mistake over and over again, so there was that issue, and, Unfortunately, there was sometimes, occasionally, there was the issue of time management as well. Like, we made a target, but there were a bit of challenges in, you know, meeting that target, but overall, uh, those problems were solved.\nExaminer: Okay, and so, how did you evaluate the team's performance or outcome?\nCandidate: Okay, uh, based, obviously, there's the result, how are they meeting the goal, are they meeting the standard, and how motivated are they, that is also a good factor, and their dedication to the goal, right? Like, let's say someone makes a mistake once or twice, okay, that is, I can put that aside, it happens to everyone, right? Same mistake ten times? Well, maybe he's not, he doesn't even care. So, obviously, based on that, the ev- evaluation was done. Does he care about the goal? Does he want to work properly? And how much effort is he putting in? Obviously, there, result.\nExaminer: And, what did you learn from the team experience?\nCandidate: Okay, uh, there- definitely time management is an important factor. You have to set a target, but setting a target is not enough. You have to make sure that the target is being met, right? And do everything possible to meet that target. But apart from that, you need to have some filler days or weeks. What does that mean? That means that, let's say you target of two contents per day. For any reason, you may not reach that target. But, we need a extra day to allocate that. Right? So that- that target is being met. So there is that issue. And, uh, how to motivate? Like, in case, uh, an individual doesn't want to work properly or has- have- have certain challenges, how to motivate to get them?\nExaminer: And how did you celebrate the team's success?\nCandidate: Okay, uh, by rewarding, of course, by rewarding them whenever our target was met. Not just target, I mean, like, when things- even the basic things were done, you know, occasionally rewarding, motivating them, and obviously appreciating their contribution. I think this is very important because if- if an individual feels heard or, you know, appreciated enough, then it will help them to give even more for the team.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much. This is the end of part two. May I have the pencil and the paper, please?\nCandidate: Absolutely, sir.\nExaminer: Thank you. Thank you. And this one. Sure. Thank you. So let's move on to part three, and I have several questions for you. Okay. How important is teamwork in different fields of work or study?\nCandidate: This is the most important. You know, without teamwork, regardless of what the topic is, whether it's medical industry or building rockets, you need teamwork. You need people from different background and skill set to work together, to give ideas, and to solve problems together, right? That's what the teamwork is about, right? To solve problems. So, yes, I think without teamwork, you cannot solve problem properly and you cannot invent or innovate anything, so, yeah.\nExaminer: How does teamwork foster creativity or innovation?\nCandidate: So, there's this very interesting article I read a while back, this- while preparing for IELTS, of course. Uh, this was regarding, uh, the myth or the paradox of scientific innovation. A lot of people think that scientific innovation is a one-man show, like a scien- a scientist would have a eureka moment and just, you know, discover something, but that's not true, actually. You know, behind the scene, there are a lot more other people. There is an assistant, or perhaps another colleague, or another scientist from another country or time, perhaps. Like, these ideas keep, you know, uh, keep being generated, and this helps to give them a ground for more discovery. So, I think this is very important for innovation and creativity.\nExaminer: Right, awesome. How can teamwork skills be developed or improved?\nCandidate: Okay, uh, there is the factor of example, the better example, like, uh, for example, if I'm in an environment full of excellent scientists, right, I would aspire to be one. I will get influenced by the way they're working and the way they're, uh, they're developing their skills, so that will, uh, help me to get better and develop my own skills. If I'm in a room full of, uh, amazing guitarists or something, I would want to be- want to play guitar, become a really good guitarist, so this is a factor of getting properly influenced, yeah.\nExaminer: How does teamwork affect the performance or productivity of an organization?\nCandidate: Okay. Look, if the teamwork is not good enough, I mean, if the output is not going properly, obviously the company is not gonna do well. It is as simple as that, right? Company- what is a company? Company is basically a, you know, a conglomeration of different teams. If the teams are not performing properly, then how is the company supposed to pro- perform properly? If the team meets their goal properly, the company is going to meet their goal properly, whether it is the quality team or the sales team or the marketing team or the engineering team. Right. If they meet their goal properly, the company is going to meet their goal properly.\nExaminer: How does teamwork influence the culture or values of a society?\nCandidate: Okay, uh, it depends on different factors, but, uh, cultural values, like, teamwork Helps them to, you know, put different ideas forward, or if there is anything new or innovative, then- then teamwork helps to, you know, put that idea forward, right? And, you see, if there is any challenge to the value of- of an organization or a culture, right? Teamwork will help to, you know, phase that and solve that, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. So, the last question is, how can teamwork and innovation contribute to solving global problems? Okay.\nCandidate: Let me give an example, a very recent one, okay? Let me give the example of COVID-19. We all know, we all suffer through that, so... But, here's the thing, it was the modern day plague, but how did we solve so quickly, within a year or two, no, three years from that, and we are already living normal life, pre-COVID level, how is that? Team building. That's the simple answer. Whether developing vaccine or getting them delivered to the hospital or mass rollout, everything was the result of teamwork. Team, they got together, they had a common goal, defeating COVID, they brainstorm ideas together, came to the best solution, trial and error, there was peer review and all that. That helped to, you know, solve this big problem, the common enemy.\nExaminer: Thank you. Thank you very much. This is the end of the speaking test. Thank you for joining us. You're welcome.",
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  "serial": 40,
  "title": "040 - Band 9 IELTS Speaking Interview Perfect Answer",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello and welcome to this practice exam conducted by British American Resource Centre. My name is Maroof and I'm your practice examiner. These questions have been designed to simulate the IELTS speaking test. So let's begin. What is your full name?\nCandidate: My full name is Fatih Nanjum.\nExaminer: And, where are you from?\nCandidate: I live at Uttar Arhaka currently.\nExaminer: At the beginning of the IELTS speaking test, you'd be required to provide a passport or an ID, but as this is just a practice test, you don't need to provide any passport or ID. Now, in the first part of the test, I'm going to ask you some questions about yourself. What do you like to do in your free time?\nCandidate: In my free time, mostly I read books or research books, scientifics. Other than that, I like to do physical training. That's what I mostly do.\nExaminer: Do you enjoy doing challenging things?\nCandidate: Yes, I do. I love taking challenges and challenging works. That's why I'm mostly into extreme sport and other challenging works that are difficult to do.\nExaminer: Are you someone who enjoys taking on challenges or do you prefer to avoid them?\nCandidate: Yes, actually I love taking on challenges and mostly I don't avoid them because it gives you a character but I'm also sensible about it because you cannot take on every single challenge you see. You have to be decisive about it too.\nExaminer: How do you usually approach challenging situations in your life?\nCandidate: Mostly I would first analyze the situation, and I will handle it in a calm manner. But other than that, the one thing I do is prepare a backup plan for it. And another thing is, I see the result. If the result is coming on that won't cause me any harm, then I would go for it. So that's how I take my decision on taking on the challenge.\nExaminer: Okay, let's move on to part two. In this part, I'm going to give you a topic, and you have to talk about it for one or two minutes. Before you talk, you have one minute to think about what you're going to say. You can take notes if you wish. Here's the paper, and the pencil, and your topic. I'd like you to describe a challenging thing you did that made you feel accomplished. Your time starts now. Remember, you have one or two minutes for this, so don't worry if I stop you. I'll tell you when your time is up. Would you please start now?\nCandidate: Yes, of course. Please. Well, the challenging task that I took on was actually a public speaking, ironically speaking. Because the first, uh, time that I've spoken in the public, that was actually in front of 500 people. And not just any people, there were generals, board members, and also presidential bodies from different national sports councils. And I was not more than just 17 years old. And it took place in ICCP, Boshundhara. It was on a big scale program. It was a big deal for me. That was because I was speaking for the first time in a public. And also it was challenging mostly because as being an introvert, this is something out of line for me. So, I did took on this challenge because I wanted to create a new stream for my life. So, new opportunities can open for me. I wanted to explore a new self. That's why I chose this challenge. And during the process of this challenge, I guess, I felt exhilarated and amazing, because the process itself is beautiful, because you feel that you're not- you might not be able to do it, but you might do it, and it would turn out to be the best thing you can do. Challenge is something that, it built me, because that day, through the public speaking, when I was done with it, I felt like, yes, now I have more confidence. It built a char- it builds a character in you, that's for sure. And other than that, it gives you a new stream work, and also it gives you a new flow, so you can work on different lines, so you don't have to stick to one thing. So, yes, the process was amazing. And after that, I felt actually accomplished, that it gave me a new line of work, a new line of thinking.\nExaminer: Okay. How did you prepare yourself mentally and emotionally before taking on this challenging task?\nCandidate: Well, before taking on this task, I prepared myself mostly by looking at the mirror and reviewing the words again and again so that I can increase my vocabulary. Because it was the first time, so I was trying to make sure that I don't miss out anything. And a lot of information were running around in the head. So, yeah, I guess my emotions were spitting out everywhere, that you can say. But other than that, I did enjoy the process because it was something that I have ne- I have never done before this time. And also, during that process, I had some help, which was also amazing. So, the time itself, till the moment I just got up to the stage, was something I need to push, the courage. So, yeah, a lot of things worked in me. So I just said to myself that if I'm gonna take this, I have to take this for myself.\nExaminer: Yeah. Uh, did you receive any support or guidance from others while facing this challenge?\nCandidate: Yes, I did. I had an amazing help from my teachers who were with me, and a lot of people did of- obviously supported me, but one person that was through and throughout me whole day, and also On the day of the speech, that was my father, and he was also with me before that night, and on the day of the speech, he was al- also behind the scenes, actually. He was behind the stage, waiting for me, and he was watching me giving the speech. And my father, he just made me do it, because he said that this is a challenge that you have to take on, so you can understand yourself better. So he just made me do it, because he said that you have to do what the one percent would do. But what the other 99% want. So this is something the 99% won't take the risk for. Take it, and you'll have a new way. And I did.\nExaminer: Awesome. Were there any unexpected obstacles or difficulties that you encountered during this process?\nCandidate: No, uh, fortunately, I didn't face any big trouble or any big issues during this, but one small thing was, actually, it could be avoided, but the thing is, I was supposed to get the speech beforehand, but I didn't, so it was like the last minute thing I got before the night. So I didn't have a lot of time to prepare for it, but I still made it work with my father. So he and I prepared the speech over the night and went through it. So that was also something I did over the night and learned that how can you work with the last minute preparations.\nExaminer: Awesome. What lesson did you learn from undertaking this challenge?\nCandidate: Well, the first thing and the best thing I have learned from this is there's always a new self to us. There's always a new self to us we can find. So, if we do not take the challenges on, we're always gonna think that this is what we are, this is what we do. But the moment we take some challenging work or something that we have never done, we will find that we can do these amazing things and we have a new line in us that we can walk on. We have a new set of opportunities. That's what I learned.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. May I have the pencil and the paper?\nCandidate: Thank you, sure sir.\nExaminer: Thank you very much. Thank you. Let's move on to part three. In this part, I'm going to ask you several questions. In your opinion, what are the benefits of taking on challenges in life?\nCandidate: In my opinion, the- during the process of when we take the challenges, uh, for ourselves, the first thing that we learn is we can get stronger. And the second thing that we can know is we have a new set of opportunities waiting for us. If we don't explore them, we cannot find them. And the third thing that we get is we can increase our strength, but mentally, which is very important. Right, right, of course.\nExaminer: How do challenges contribute to personal growth and development?\nCandidate: Most growth that we can get is actually through the challenges. Because from a long time, we can just go through one process and seeing these papers that, yes, this is what I do, this is what he does. But the moment we take a challenge, we can see the potential we have. We can see that what kind of work that we can do. We set the limit to ourself. There's a line like, only limit is our imagination. Only imagination, that's our limit. So why not just take on the challenges?\nExaminer: Some people believe that only certain individuals are capable of taking on major challenges. What's your viewpoint on this?\nCandidate: Actually, I would say that I believe it to some extent, because not every single challenge is made for everyone. There are certain set of challenges that can only be taken by someone who's mentally the most strong, right, or the most capable of, but there's nothing that anyone is less capable, right, he's perfect and he- she's not, because nobody's perfect. But, there are few possibilities and few outcomes that can only be handled by certain personalities, That's why, in few cases, yes, this might work. But other than that, more or less, anyone can take the challenge, because only thing they have to do is keep the courage. Have that courage to just take on that challenge.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think society puts enough emphasis on encouraging people to face challenges?\nCandidate: No. I would say, mostly, people would say that, don't take this, don't do that. And yes, if it's for something that can ruin our life, or that can, uh, change our way of thinking, then it's okay, I believe that, and I support it. But not in cases of which can give us a potential growth. Because, it's actually, you're saying that not to grow up, you're saying that you should always keep doing the same thing. It's like we're in a circle. You have to get out of the circle. There's a lot of opportunities, everybody should grow. It's like, one boss, and everyone is a slave. But no, everyone has a room to grow. So that's why, the way society works on with this thing, right now, at this point, and this day and age, that is, I would say, yes, that's exactly what is happening. Society doesn't encourage this. But they should, actually. Because, it's a growth.\nExaminer: What are some common, Okay. What are some common challenges that people face in their professional lives?\nCandidate: In professional lives, the first thing that I've seen people facing is they are not able to say the things they should because of their peer pressure or what the other people would think, what the side person would think. And the second thing that I've seen is people are afraid to speak up, which is right, because they were- they're afraid of losing what they have.\nExaminer: Are there any cultural or societal factors that influence how people perceive and approach challenges?\nCandidate: Yes, the culture and the society factor is working on us, er, constantly. That's why, even, uh, a we-ourself thing, like, two or three times before doing something, even if it's right, we know that it's right, we should do it, but we still won't do it sometimes, because we might think what other people is gonna say. So that's the thing that works in us, and that's one thing that always keeps, er, running around in our mind, but it shouldn't. But, yeah, it is there. You just cannot help it. But always keep in constant reminder- reminder that something good is also sometimes bad because- only because how the society wants it to see it. So...\nExaminer: Thank you, Fatin. This is the end of the speaking test. Thank you very much for joining us. Thank you. Thank you.",
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  "serial": 41,
  "title": "041 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 7.5 | Mock Test | Bangladeshi Student 🇧🇩",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good evening. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Well, uh, my full name is, uh, Suhrab Hussain. However, you may address me by my surname, Suhrab.\nExaminer: Thank you very much. Now, in the first part of this test, I will ask you questions about yourself. So, what is your favourite type of food?\nCandidate: Well, I'm a person who always likes to eat lots of food, and I think that it's, um, necessary for every human being. For that reason, I always try to, uh, eat very much, I'd say, healthy food, rather than junk food or fast food. I think that it's super important for me, rather than them.\nExaminer: Thank you. And do you prefer eating at home or dining out?\nCandidate: Okay, to be honest, I, as I- as I earlier I mentioned, I always prefer homemade food rather than fast food because I think that it's so much hygienic for, uh, health beneficiaries for me. For that reason, I have always, uh, I'd say, uh, I have always, uh, very, I'm- I'm always very keen to eat it.\nExaminer: Okay, and how often do you try new foods?\nCandidate: Well, I think that, uh, not pretty often. When I have a special moment, I try to go out with my friends and I try to eat, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, and is there any type of food that you dislike?\nCandidate: Uh, well, it's a very interesting question. Basically, um, uh, always- I always try to ignore very spicy food because I think that it's not suited with me, uh, very much. I think that it's kind of, uh, very, um, disgusting. That's why I always try to avoid them.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think it's important to have a balanced diet?\nCandidate: Yes, absolutely. It's super crucial for us to maintain a healthy diet because, for example, if you want to maintain a healthy diet, it would be much more lucrative specifically for your health. So I think that we should maintain very, very often.\nExaminer: Okay. And how has your eating habits changed over the years?\nCandidate: Well, uh, actually when I was a child, I didn't have any kind of a perfect schedule about the food. I didn't maintain anything properly for that reason. It was quite a bit of a harsh time for me, but right now I'm pretty, uh, I'd say, conscious about my health. And that's why I always try to, uh, consume homemade food like vegetables or fish and meat rather than very much, uh, welly or fatty food.\nExaminer: Thank you. Now, let us move on now and talk about fitness. So, how often do you exercise or play sports?\nCandidate: Well, uh, I'm a very health conscious person for that reason all the time. I am very keen to do it. Basically, uh, during, uh, I would say evening, I try to walk with my friends and try to play cricket with my neighboring friends as well. And, uh, if I have to talk about the morning time, I try to, uh, jogging. Yeah, I think that it's really breathtaking activity for me.\nExaminer: Okay. And what type of exercise do you enjoy the most?\nCandidate: Well, uh, I would say that swimming or walking is pretty good or pretty exciting rather than, I would say, weightlifting or other type of, uh, activity. I think that it's much more easier for me to convey or maintain. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. And how do you motivate yourself to stay fit?\nCandidate: Well, uh, it's, I think that very imp- important question. And, uh, all the time I, uh, think one thing, which is I'm a- I'm a man, so I have to fit, uh, all the time. And, uh, for that reason, I need to maintain healthy diet so that I can, uh, feed very, uh, I- I- I can, uh, I would say, fit very, uh, perfectly.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Thank you. So, I will now share the topic with you. Right, so your one minute is now over, and you may speak.\nCandidate: Okay, uh, there are lots of prominent person available in my country, but to be honest, now, I would like to talk about a particular person who is very prominent in all over the globe. His name is Elon Musk. Basically, he's an entrepreneur as well as very renowned person to the, I would say, uh, business person. Specifically, I love him because of his, uh, strong mentality. And he is very, uh, I would say, intellectual as well. And I- I- I just want to say that I have huge things to learn from him specifically for my business purpose. Particularly when I was a child, I had the determination to be an entrepreneur. So I think that he is the person for me specifically who can, uh, motivate me or encourage me how can I lead my business in the long run. How can I improve my, uh, business, uh, proficiency a little bit meticulously? And I think that, uh, he is the best option for me. And already he achieved a numerous success in his path away. Already he established numerous, uh, businesses, but among them, his, uh, two, uh, sector is super popular for, for instance. Uh, SpaceX, as you know that, and- and as well as the established, uh, well-known car company like Tesla. So I think that this, uh, two, uh, company is- are- are so popular. In all over the globe. So I think that if I need to establish something in the long run as an entrepreneur, I can stimulate it a path away so that I can run my business without any kind of challenges or impediments as well.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Now, let's move on and talk about famous people in more detail. So, how do famous people influence society?\nCandidate: Well, uh, hypothetically speaking that nowadays, uh, there are lots of people who already, uh, become very famous. Uh, it can be, uh, politician, it can be businessman, it can be, uh, I'd say actor. So I think that they have strong influence because of their, uh, I'd say huge fan follower. And I think that they have also a huge reputation to the fan or followers or to the human being. For that reason, they have the strong, uh, power to influence to the, uh, people or so that they can, uh, cut a good figure in the long run and they can able to something special for their life.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think the media plays a big role in making people famous?\nCandidate: Yes, of course, um, nowadays, media plays a very, uh, vital role to the make, I'd say, uh, a person very prominent because I think that, uh, media all the time, they tend to highlight it, their, uh, activity, their, uh, talents, uh, in front of the people, uh, very, uh, smoothly. So, I think that, yes, uh, they play a very big role and, uh, through the, uh, television or, I'd say, uh, social platform, people are, uh, becoming very popular nowadays.\nExaminer: Okay. And how important is it for famous people to be role models?\nCandidate: Well, I think that, uh, it depends on the, uh, person to person. If the, I would say, uh, uh, person very pro- I would say very good or very intellectual, people can- people can follow their path away, their lifestyle or everything, so that they can learn something, so that they can, uh, achieve some- something very special. On the other hand, if I have to talk about Uh, other person who haven't any kind of, I'd say, morality, I think that those kind of people, uh, should be avoided by the people.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think fame brings happiness?\nCandidate: Could you- could you repeat again?\nExaminer: Yeah, do you think fame brings happiness?\nCandidate: Well, uh, I think that it depends, you know, uh, something, uh, some people who always like to, uh, uh, see, uh, himself or herself in a better position, uh, so that they can, um, influence general public so that they can express themselves in front of the people, uh, uh, uh, that. So I think that, yeah, this is of course.\nExaminer: Okay, and how can being famous affect a person's personal life?\nCandidate: Could you repeat again?\nExaminer: Yep. How can being famous affect a person's personal life?\nCandidate: Well, uh, it, uh, influenced various way. You know, uh, when I was a child, I, uh, followed, uh, a prominent player whose name is Massey. So he was my role model during that time. And I always tried to follow him so that I can, uh, play, uh, like himself. So... In terms of play, uh, he's my role model, of course.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think social media has changed how people become famous?\nCandidate: Yes, of course. You know, currently, uh, uh, social platforms plays, uh, a very big role. You know, uh, basically when, uh, we didn't have any kind of, uh, social platform during that moment, it was quite a bit of harsh for the people to\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Now, that brings us to the end of this test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 42,
  "title": "042 - IELTS speaking test band score 4.5",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello, welcome. This is IBM IELTS Academy. Welcome to this academy for, I think, taking part in IELTS exam. So, what's your name?\nCandidate: My name is Heman Khaled.\nExaminer: Oh, very good. Heman Khaled. Nice to meet you. Welcome. Thank you for taking part in this exam. Um, so, uh, where are you from?\nCandidate: I'm from, uh, Iran.\nExaminer: Very good. And then, uh, can I see your ID, please? Thank you. Thank you very much. Okay. Um, okay, um, so where do you live now?\nCandidate: I'm living in Isfahan. I've been here for almost- in Isfahan for almost five years, six years.\nExaminer: Okay, okay, so...\nCandidate: And living- and working here.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm, okay, very good. Um, so, uh, which of these places do you like the most to live? In an apartment, or to live in a house?\nCandidate: Uh, of course in a house, because, you know, uh, nobody is around, almost, and, uh, you're, uh, you're, uh, almost with your own, uh, you have your property, uh, you have your, you know, yard, absolutely, and, uh, I think, uh, it's, uh, gonna be, it's, uh, it's kinda... It's easier to, uh, go and, uh, come to home and no, uh, um, no disruption, uh, yes, and, uh, something like that.\nExaminer: Yeah, so you don't prefer these days to live in an apartment specifically when you are living in Isfahan, which is a very traditional city, yeah?\nCandidate: Yes, yes. Uh, and, uh... Uh, you know, it's- it's, uh, it's hard to find a house, uh, you know, uh, because, uh, it's, uh, make- it's- it's, uh, you have, uh, so, uh, you know, you- you have to, uh, spend, uh, a lot of money to buy a house. So, uh, besides it's my prefer, but, uh, I have to live in apartment. You know, because my budget is, uh, limited, and, uh, um, uh, so I, uh, work in an apartment, uh, but, uh, my profession is, uh, working, is, uh, living in a house. Yeah.\nExaminer: So what about, I mean, the distance, I mean, the, uh, place of your living and your job? Are they close to each other?\nCandidate: Yes, uh, I work in a Swahili refinery, uh, and my, uh, you know, my- my apartment, my house is, uh, uh, about 15 minutes, uh, uh, away from, uh, my, uh, working place, um, and, uh, we have a service, uh, they, um, they take us and, uh, You know, and take- take us to work. And, um, it's a- it's a kind of easy road to, uh, you know, get to work and come back home.\nExaminer: So, uh, you have kind of service there.\nCandidate: Yes. No, no, no. We have a service, you know.\nExaminer: Okay, going and then coming back. So 50 minutes it takes.\nCandidate: Yes, it takes almost 50 minutes.\nExaminer: Okay. And then talking about your place of living. Is it important for you the view of the window that you might see out of the window or not?\nCandidate: I mean, in terms of the view and scenery?\nExaminer: Yes, yes.\nCandidate: I think, uh, it's, uh, you know, sometimes you feel, uh, nervous, sometimes you feel, uh, you know, angry, and it's good to, you know, to have a, uh, to have a, uh, point, uh, to have a view, uh, sorry, to have a view that, uh, you know, it's, uh, uh, It- it's kind of make you, uh, make you relax, it's gonna make you feel, uh, you know, it's, uh, take away your, uh, uh, anxious, take away- take away your, um, uh, stress, and, uh, yes, I- where I live, uh, it's, uh, it has got a really good view, uh, and, um, it's like a park, uh, uh, almost, and, uh... Um, sometimes I go and walk there with my wife, and I feel really good being there.\nExaminer: Okay, talking about family, you're married, yeah?\nCandidate: Yes, I'm married.\nExaminer: Very good, so any children?\nCandidate: No.\nExaminer: Okay, so in the future you will have...\nCandidate: I have, I hope so.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much. So, this is going to be a cue card. Which means that there are some questions, uh, written down here, and then you have one minute to see these questions and to think about them, and then if you want to also take notes, uh, then you're- feel free to do that. I will give you the, uh, paper. And then after that, you have to hand in, uh, again, the paper back to me, and then we're going to discuss, okay? So here, this part is your cue card, and also this is the paper We can write notes if you want, and then, so you can use this. So, I'm going to, uh, save up, of course, that, uh, one minute time, and then, after that, we'll start. Go ahead. Okay, your time is over. Can you give me the paper?\nCandidate: Yes, of course.\nExaminer: Thank you very much. So. Describe a time when it was difficult for you to use your computer. Please tell me when it was, why was it about, and then, of course, other things that you want to add.\nCandidate: Yes, um, I remember a time when I was, uh, at university, about 10, uh, 10 years ago, 10, 11 years ago, and, uh, I, um, I usually do, and I often do, uh, did my homework, my assignments by, uh, on computer, by computer, so, uh, it was a really, Uh, handful, it was really handful, uh, uh, device, uh, computer, I mean. Um, uh, and, uh, uh, actually, I, uh, actually, I... I came across a lot of, uh, problems with my computer, too, because I use, uh, I use a lot, too. Uh, so, uh, there is a friend, uh, I had a friend, uh, that time, uh, he was, uh, he was really good at, uh, you know, working with computer, working with softwares, so, um, uh, every time I, um, uh, Anytime I come across a problem with my computer, I mean, both software and hardware, I go- I went to him, and, you know, he- he helped me, and, uh, and, uh, often he- he could, and often he could, you know, did my problem, you know, he could solve my problem. And, uh, uh, the most time, uh, that I, uh, the most things that I had problem with, were, uh, was with my, uh, hard, uh, sorry, my software. I work with, uh, uh, software, my name is Ansys. And, uh, um, you know, uh, it was really hard, you know, to working with Ansys, and he was professional. My friend was really professional at this, uh, at that, uh, software. So, uh, hmm, Uh, I, erm, I usually go to him and, uh, I went to him and, uh, ask, uh, you know, ask my problem. And, uh, he, uh, he did anything that he could. And, um, you know, hmm... Mmm, uh, mmm, yes.\nExaminer: So, what was that software about? Can you explain?\nCandidate: Okay, um, ANSYS is about, uh, mechanical and, uh, you know, uh, it's about designing mechanical things and, uh, you know, having a simulation, you have- you- you have to do a simulation and, uh, analyze it, and, uh, after that, you have a result, uh, you know, and it's really, mmm, Handful is really, uh, you know, uh, uh, progress program, uh, that, uh, you know, uh, most of- most of, uh, uh, engineering parts, uh, do- use this software for doing their projects. Yes.\nExaminer: Yeah, okay, okay, thank you, thank you very much. Okay, now, uh, we're going to, uh, part three already, which would be some sort of questions regarding, of course, general topics, and then we're going to discuss about them. Okay, um, so, the first question is that, is the use of robots good or bad for the society?\nCandidate: Uh, of course, it's good, I think, because, you know, uh, uh, humans, uh, um, you know, humans can't do any, uh, you know, any hard jobs, uh, in the future, I think. And, um, uh, beside it, it's, uh, you know, it's, uh, some- something that- that is, uh, that is, you know, robots, uh, uh, replace, uh, humans' job, uh, take humans' job, of course. But I think, uh, human can, uh, uh, Uh, invest in our, uh, projects, like, uh, uh, repairing robots, besides, uh, working, uh, working, uh, with them, or working, uh, in their, uh, parts.\nExaminer: And, uh...\nCandidate: Um, I think, uh, they are really helpful, uh, because, you know, the- the danger, some- some walks that, uh, humans do, it's really dangerous, and it's better to walk, uh, by, uh, robots. And, uh, um, you know, sometimes walking in high- really high, um, uh, really high places, it's really dangerous for human, uh, so, uh, robots can do that, uh,\nExaminer: So there are pros and cons, there are advantages and disadvantages to have robots in our life, so... You haven't your- you haven't made your mind already about, for example, whether it is totally good or completely bad, so...\nCandidate: No, no, uh, I think it's both good and, uh, bad, I think, and not, uh, no, no, you know, I'm- I'm not going to say, uh, that's, uh, that's, uh, that's good or bad, it's both of them, and, uh... Because, you know, some works are really dangerous, some works are really stressful, so it's better to be done by robots.\nExaminer: Okay, very good, okay. The next question is that, did computer really help human lifestyle, I mean, today in modern world, or, for example, have you ever been given Something specific, like by computers helping you in doing some certain jobs, or for example, covering some certain needs. I mean, how do you get that help and service from the computers in your life? I mean, do computers play an important role in your life?\nCandidate: Of course, uh, you know, uh, computers, uh, today's, nowadays, uh, computers have a great, uh, you know, uh, CoPi, a really great part of our human- our- our life, human's life. And... Uh, you know, uh, we, uh, humans being, uh, nowadays, uh, do a lot of things, uh, with computers today. Our cell phones is- is- is a kind of computer, I think. Uh, laptops, a kind of computers, uh, and, uh, you, uh, and our world is, uh, uh, burgeoning very fast, so, uh, Computers, uh, have a great part in this, uh, progress, you know, because they- they calculate really faster than humans, and, uh, you know, they are really accurate, uh, than humans, uh, and, uh, I think it's a good part of, uh, you- you know, using computers and, uh, having, uh, you know, having computer in our life. And, uh, uh... It's good.\nExaminer: You said that you have no child right now, but...\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: In the near future that you might have your child with yourself, so do you- do you let him or her to use, I mean, a computer a lot during the day? I mean, do you agree with using a lot of computer, like, programs or, like, stuff and softwares? Uh, to work or to play with computers or not, you- there is a limitation for that.\nCandidate: Yes, of course, it's- it's going to be- it's- it's going to be a limitation for the children, of course. For he- for adults, too. And there will always be a limitation using computers because, um, new studies, uh, you know, uh, cause that, uh, uh, computers can make, uh, It's, uh, can- can improve, no, not improve, it can, uh, make it stress in children's, uh, uh, um, you know, if I compare with books, for example, or, uh, and other activities. Uh, so... Uh, yes, I let him or her, my child, uh, to use computer or, uh, other, uh, digital, uh, servicing or other digital devices, um, but, uh, with limitations. For example, you know, uh, if they want to, uh, play- play or play game in their computer or, uh, in their mobile, uh, so, uh, I take- I let them to play around, for example, 30 minutes. And, uh, limitation should be done in this area.\nExaminer: Okay, okay, so you will limit your child in terms of time?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: What about in terms of, I mean, the games? I mean, which game, for example, do you prefer?\nCandidate: Yes, yes. And, uh... Another area is the kind of game that is prefer- that is suitable for children, yes, and it is released by the company, the company that released the game, and, uh, yes, and, uh, I, um, we- we just, uh, we just, uh, listened to the company. This game is suitable for, uh, what age of children, and, uh, yes, and we may use them for our children.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. Um, do you agree with this very famous statement saying that A person who doesn't know about computer and how to use a computer is being, like, an illiterate person. A person who doesn't, I mean, know how to write and how to read. So, do you agree with this one?\nCandidate: Yes, yes, uh, I agree. Um, uh, the new, uh, uh, some- some new, uh, some new, uh, mmm, uh, some new, uh, Uh, definition of, uh, uh, definition of, uh, literacy is, uh, is, uh, knowing computer. One of them, one of them is knowing computer. And how to, uh, mean, uh, how to use computer, how to... Uh, how to program it, or something like that. So, yes, I agree, knowing the computer is a special part of our life today, and, uh, we have to know about it. We have to use it, we- we- we- we should use, we should, uh, we should know, uh, how to use, uh, you know, computers.\nExaminer: Is it only computer which matters, which is important? Or, this is something that you can generalize it for all examples of technology, because now we're living in a modern, like, era, then... Uh, countries and people would try hard to be modern, okay? So, this is the time of technology. Uh, what are the, uh, impacts of technology in our life, or over our life, that ha- in what ways human beings' life are being affected by these new discoveries in terms of technology, and then, of course, in terms of the human lifestyle? I mean, computer was one of the examples of technology, so we have other things, like, mobile phone is another one, okay, like, we have very fast speed trains, also, this is another one, in terms of transportation, in terms of, like, uh, uh, like, um, let's say, home appliances, or furnitures, different stuff and things that we look around ourselves to find out. So, what do you think about?\nCandidate: Um, uh, yes, uh, technology has a great effect, uh, uh, in our love in many parts, you know. Uh, um, you know, for example, uh, when you, uh, when you going to travel to another city, to another country, uh, you have to know about, uh, you should know about a lot of things, uh, and, uh, before, uh, before the technology, before, uh, the technology, that technology that we have today, It's- it was really hard to know about, uh, for example, what's going on in another city, what's going on in another country. Uh, so, uh, new technology helps us, uh, to, uh, to solve this problem. You can, uh, you know, you can have a- you can have- Um, you- you can, uh, know, um, a lot of things about, uh, the place that you want to travel by, uh, computer or on, uh, cell phone or, uh, any, uh, technological device that you, uh, that you own, that you have. Uh, so... Sometimes you, uh, you have, uh, some brother or sister in another country or in many, in, uh, in very far from, uh, places. So, it's, uh, with this technology, it's really easy to, you know, to connect with them, uh, and, uh, you know, uh, to ha- to chat with them, uh, or to chat with friend- your friends in another place. So, technology, uh, I think this technology helps us really, you know, good.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay, okay, we're good. Uh, and, uh, the last question that I have, uh, what about the social media also? It's another example of, I mean, having certain, uh, ways of, uh, technology, I mean, uh, so do you use, uh, social media, like, by your cell phone or other means, or not?\nCandidate: Yes. Uh, social medias is, uh, is, uh, is, uh, uh, a lot, is, is, um, uh, other part of technology. It's a- it's a part of technology, I- I think. Uh, and it has, uh, got, uh, uh, its advantage and its vantage, too. Uh, you know, uh, I- as I said, uh, it should be a limitation for using your, uh, your cell phones, for example, and, uh... Social medias are, uh, one of the part of, uh, you, uh, you know, uh, your cell phone and you- it's one of the part- it's one part of your life too. Uh, so, uh, you know, uh, cutting off these social medias is really- I think- I think it's not really a good idea because, you know, these social media help you to communicate with, uh, other people, to knowing, uh, new people and, uh, you know, improve, uh, your- Sometimes improve your, uh, you know, job, uh, for example, uh, social media, like LinkedIn, help you to find a job in- in some- in other places. Uh, so I think- I think it's not a bad thing, uh, it's, uh, it has got, uh, a good part and bad part, and, uh, you, uh, have to, uh, you know, uh, wisely, to- to use them wisely.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much. Thank you.",
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  "serial": 43,
  "title": "043 - Band 9 IELTS Speaking Test (Fluent and Confident Candidate)",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello and welcome to this practice exam conducted by British American Resource Center. My name is Maruf, and I'm your practice examiner. These exam questions are designed to simulate the IELTS speaking test. So let's begin. What is your full name?\nCandidate: My full name is Faizaullah. You can call me Faiza.\nExaminer: And where are you from, Faiza?\nCandidate: My hometown is Chittagong, but I was born in Saudi Arabia, Makkah, and brought up here in Dhaka, Bangladesh.\nExaminer: At the beginning of the IELTS test, you'd be required to provide an ID or a passport, but as this is just a practice exam, you don't need to provide any ID or a passport. Now, in the first part of the test, I'm going to ask you some questions about yourself. Are you familiar with the practices of mindfulness and meditation?\nCandidate: Yes, I am familiar with the practices of mindfulness and meditation. Mindfulness is the state of being fully present or engaged in a moment without any external distractions or thoughts, whereas meditation is the practice that encompasses mindfulness.\nExaminer: Have you ever heard about the benefits of mindfulness and meditation?\nCandidate: Yes, I've heard. Uh, there are a lot of studies that explore the benefits of mindfulness and meditation. Uh, some of the potential benefits include stress reduction, enhanced mental clarity and creativity, emotional well-being, etc.\nExaminer: How often do you find yourself feeling stressed or overwhelmed in your daily life?\nCandidate: I find myself in stressful and overwhelming situations quite a lot at this point in my life. I am now focusing on developing my profession now, that I've earned my bachelor's degree. But in your mid-twenties, you don't have- always have the answers to all the life problems. But there is a lot of energy and enthusiasm in me, which often exhausts me, and all these inconveniences lead to life overwhelming times.\nExaminer: Have you ever tried any techniques to relax or calm your mind?\nCandidate: Yes, I have, or else I wouldn't be sitting here looking so calm and poised. Uh, the thing that keeps me sane in such circumstances is remembering that Allah is the best planner of all. Remembrance of the Almighty and His words always help me, uh, maintain my composure.\nExaminer: Are you interested in exploring methods to improve your mental well-being?\nCandidate: Of course, uh, because I believe that overall well-being depends deeply with mental health, so I am constantly looking for practices of better controlling my emotions and thoughts, so that whenever I'm in a, uh, hard situation, I recover it easily.\nExaminer: Okay, this is the end of part one. Now, move on to part two. In this part, I'm going to give you a topic, and you need to talk about it for one or two minutes. Before you talk, you have one minute to think about it. You can take notes if you wish. Here's the pencil and the paper. And you have to describe a time when you practiced mindfulness or meditation. There you go.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: From now your time starts. Are you done?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Okay. Remember, you have one or two minutes for this, so don't worry if I stop you, I'll tell you when the time is up. Would you like to start now?\nCandidate: Yes. Okay. Uh, recently I've been trying to, uh, implement the practices of mindfulness in every aspect of my life, but if I have to talk about a particular time when I was fully present or engaged in a moment, I would like to describe my graduation ceremony that I attended. Uh, I have recently graduated from University Technology Malaysia with a degree in Engineering in Electrical Electronics. I, uh, visited Malaysia last year during November to attend the ceremony. It was a very special trip because, uh, I was visiting there as a student for one last time, and all the amazing memories of the past four years would flash in front of my eyes. However, during the ceremony, while the students were in that graduation attire, celebrating their achievements and clicking pictures with their family and closed ones, I just wanted to be fully present in that moment, wearing that robe and hat, identifying just as a UTM bachelor student for one last time. I stopped thinking about the past, the future, and focused completely on feeling all the emotions rushing through my heart, all the sadness, happiness, nostalgia, excitement, all of it. It was an amazing experience for me. If I have to talk about how it made me feel, even while I'm describing the moment right now, I have got goosebumps because the memory is so fresh and alive, maybe because I was so mentally present in that moment.\nExaminer: Thank you. Uh, I'm going to ask you some follow-up questions. Why did you decide to try mindfulness or meditation during that particular time?\nCandidate: I think, uh, for every person, their student life is a very special, uh, part of their life, especially the university. So since that was my last day as a bachelor student of UTM, I just wanted to be fully conscious of that instant.\nExaminer: Did you face any challenges or distractions while practicing mindfulness or meditation?\nCandidate: I didn't face many challenges during the particular time I was- I described about, but I do face a lot of hardships when I'm trying to be mindful in other situations, and in those times, I try to relax, sit back, and take some deep breaths, and restart the task that I'm doing.\nExaminer: Great. How has your practice of mindfulness or meditation influenced other aspects of your life?\nCandidate: It surely has helped me a lot with my attention span. I can concentrate more and properly on any task now. It has also helped me with my anxiety. I'm a very anxious and an impatient person. So, uh, whenever I'm in hard situations or difficult situations, it- I better deal with them due to these practices.\nExaminer: Great. Thank you. This is the end of part two. May I have the pencil and the paper?\nCandidate: Sure. Thank you very much.\nExaminer: Now, move on to part three, and I'm going to ask you several questions in this part. How can mindfulness and meditation help individuals in managing stress and anxiety?\nCandidate: One can manage stress and anxiety by keeping their focus on the task they're doing and avoid being sidetracked by outer distractions as we have better control of the emotions and, uh, stress. In this manner, we can navigate ourselves out of any situation without deviating, of course. But, it is also important to note that practices of mindfulness and meditation do not eliminate stress and anxiety, rather it helps us build a better relationship with ourselves.\nExaminer: Right. In what ways do you think mindfulness and meditation can contribute to better focus and concentration?\nCandidate: There are various ways through which, uh, these practices help us in focus and concentration. Since it helps us reduce mind wandering, so whenever we are involved in any task, we can, uh, keep track of the thoughts that is passing through our mind, and bring back our focus on the task, and do it com- uh, successfully.\nExaminer: Okay. Are there any culture or religious traditions associated with mindfulness and meditation?\nCandidate: Uh, being a Muslim, I can speak for Islam with more accuracy, as one of the main pillars of Islam is based on the practices of mindfulness and meditation. It is the five prayers offered by Muslims daily. Also, our prophet, peace be upon him, was in the state of meditation when he received his first revelation. I also think all the major world religions include the ideas of meditation and mindfulness.\nExaminer: How can schools and workplaces promote the practice of mindfulness and meditation among students and employees?\nCandidate: It is an interesting question because few days back, uh, in our one- in one of our meetings, in my workplace, uh, meditation session was arranged by our CEO, so arranging such sessions by the higher authorities can help in workplaces, and in school, uh, integrating these with curriculums can help as well, and having designated meditation spaces can promote these practices more.\nExaminer: Do you think technology can be a helpful tool for practicing mindfulness and meditation, or does it hinder the experience?\nCandidate: I think the attention span and patience of people is decreasing day by day with the technological advancement. People are more interested in short-term contents, like shorts, reels, and small-duration videos rather than long-term contents. If we look deeply into this matter, we can see that they are more anxious about every situation and everything. So I think even with the purpose of betterment, uh, technology is somehow having a bad and negative impact on the society.\nExaminer: How can mindfulness and meditation support overall mental health and well-being?\nCandidate: As I mentioned earlier, that certain practices and training helps us build a better relationship with ourselves, so being aware of the surrounding, of all the thoughts and feelings crossing our mind, is what being mindful is. And, by meditation, we try to attain the state of being mindful. So, by practicing these methods, we have a better control of our emotions and thoughts, and as a result, we can navigate ourselves out of any hardship.\nExaminer: Thank you Faiza, this is the end of the speaking test. Thank you for joining us.\nCandidate: You're welcome.",
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  "serial": 44,
  "title": "044 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 5 | Mock Test | Bangladeshi Student 🇧🇩",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good evening. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Okay, good evening. My name's Khanduka Juwariya Ruby. Um, you may address me by my first name, Juwariya.\nExaminer: Thank you, Juwariya. Uh, now, in this first part of the test, I will ask you questions about yourself. So, what type of food do you usually eat?\nCandidate: Uh, to be honest, I am very foodie person, so most of the time I wanted to explore unique food from different countries. Uh, they are popular foods, you know. So I tried it at home and made it, uh, at myself. Uh, so I- most of the time I like biryani. Which is very famous and flavourful and it's, uh, very, very mouth-watering. So, whenever I, uh, went some restaurant or, uh, some decent places, uh, most of the time I prefer kachi biryani or others, um, with type of biryani.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you prefer to cook at home or to eat out?\nCandidate: Frankly speaking, I like- I would love to make a different type of dish at home because it's quite hygienic and healthy and it's good for our health. So, um, you know, my, um, since my childhood, I always actually made a different type of food and I learned it from my mother. So I am now expert in cooking and most of the time I made it at home. Whenever I feel exhausted, uh, for study or work, then I go to decent, uh, restaurant or other places or sometimes I order from online.\nExaminer: Okay. And what is your favorite meal?\nCandidate: Uh, my, uh, favorite meal, it actually- actually fried rice and, uh, chili chicken because, uh, that combination I like the most and it's quite easy for me to make it at home. Uh, well, so I always pay for that.\nExaminer: Okay. And are there any foods that you don't like?\nCandidate: Yes, I like, uh, radish, uh, radish curry and any tea, anything if someone make with radish, I don't like it because it's, uh, it smells like, uh, for me, it's quite, I think, disgusting. So I don't like that. And, uh, um, I always avoid that because I, whenever I felt, uh, it Um, uh, look nice and f- is- smell is quite impressive, then I must try it. But I don't feel that that kind of food actually look good and smells good.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think people today eat healthier than in the past?\nCandidate: No, I don't believe that. I disagree with the statement because, uh, most of the individuals are- would love to bar- uh, eat street food, which is very, very unhygienic, and nowadays it's quite trendy to eat that kind of, uh, foods like, uh, burgers, uh, pizza, and pasta from street side. It would be harmful, I think. So they follow So, uh, compared to the past, people are more, actually, health conscious. Therefore, uh, they are actually, uh, um, I think, uh, went there or they are actually reached their own food from their field and they, uh, planted that, uh, in front of their house and they actually ate that food and in the past, but nowadays it's not happened.\nExaminer: Okay. Let us move on now and talk about movies. Do you enjoy watching movies?\nCandidate: Uh, uh, yes, I really into movies because movies is, uh, quite, I think, entertaining and refresh our mental, uh, uh, stressness and mental, uh, problems. Because whenever I felt, uh, exhausted or, uh, monotonous, I- most of the time I open a movie like Bollywood or Hollywood movies. I actually followed Bollywood the most, um, because, uh, I love, uh, to Salman Khan and others, uh, he- a hero in that, uh, country, so I love their movies. And recently, I watched a movie called Animal, which is based on Father and Son love. I think it's quite, uh, impressive and a marvellous movie for me.\nExaminer: Okay. And how often do you watch movies?\nCandidate: Um, uh, I- I am actually, uh, occupied with my studies because I prepare for IELTS. So I, uh, don't have enough time to see a movie, long time. So I try it whenever I feel very, very, uh, I think, uh, distracted, uh, with my study and feel, uh, very bored, boring. And I tried to open, uh, in, uh, Hollywood movie now because It's improved my English proficiency and my skills, so I always try to Hollywood movie nowadays.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Okay, so I will now share the topic. Okay, so your one minute starts now. Okay, so your one minute is now over and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: Okay, uh, thank you for giving me this opportunity. This is an interesting question, because, uh, I love- I would love to share you that particular country that I would love to go, that, uh, would be Finland, you know, Europe country. I love that country because of, uh, the- this country don't have any kind of poll- uh, pollution, and, uh, the Finland, you know, because of, uh, the happy country, so I love that, uh, uh, countries, uh, country because of that, uh, Uh, I think peacefulness. And, uh, another thing is that, uh, the country has, uh, winter season most of the time. And I love winter season because of, uh, the snowfall. And I wanted to make, uh, snowballs and snowmen. Uh, it's my dream, uh, since, uh, since childhood. So I think, yeah, that is my most, uh, demandable perfor- perforation for me, uh, for... Do that. And, uh, um, and among them, I think, um, the city has, uh, good opportunity and facilities because they give us, uh, facility to bring your spouse to, uh, together. So I think it's quite, uh, beneficial, uh, for me, uh, to with, uh, go with, My husband or my- if I have a child in future, then I easily go with, um, them in that country. So I think that country provide, uh, me a very, very good, uh, chance. And, hmm, last but not the, uh, not the least, I think, uh, Finland have the... A facility for give us, the spouse and children, a fund or donation to survive, uh, if they come with myself. I heard that, uh, from social media, YouTube, you know. So I heard that kind of things. So I am very curious to go there and I'm feel if I will go there in future. And I, uh, saw different type of, uh, uh, I think you-\nExaminer: Right, so, we talked about a place you would like to live, so let's continue to talk about this topic. So, what are the advantages of living in a big city compared to a small town?\nCandidate: Uh, according to my perspective, I think, uh, it has a huge difference because if you live in a big city, uh, some, uh, something is, uh, very far- as far as- as possible, you can't reach the, uh, I think, super shop and others, grocery items, uh, very, uh, very frequently, but, Uh, you can- you can easily get it, but if compared to the small city, you can easily get, uh, different type of, uh, hospital, education, uh, university or institute, and, uh, super shops, I think, but- and all facilities, and, uh, and also, you know, small city have the con- uh, I think, very convenient transportation system. But, uh, in the big city, it's quite, uh, once in a blue moon, it's, uh, get, uh, any five minutes or ten minutes, any kind of vehicles. So I think it's a huge difference. And, uh, also big city have the advantages, you know, like, um, big universities and, uh, educational, uh, way to learn, but, uh, compared to the old, I think, small city.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. And do you think people should always live near their family or should they live far away?\nCandidate: Uh, according to my countries, I think people are tend to live with their families because, uh, they share ups and downs, uh, relationship with their families and relatives. So it's, uh, I think, uh, better for them to live with their families. Um, but, uh, you know, if I ha- I think, and in my opinion, I think if, uh, I have this study or educational purpose, then, uh, people are most of the time went, uh, host- hostel and others mass to live, uh, and, uh, they separate with, uh, their parents. So this is very hard touching and hard, uh, broken situation. But I think it's, uh, more, uh, it's very hurt- hurtful for my country's people. I don't know over- over all the other countries. But I- I prefer to live with my families, um, because it's, um, helpful, because they help- they help, er, or they actually support every kind of situation. But others' friends, sometimes friends betray with us, but parents can't. So I think parents will be- The most or number one priority for my country's children or individuals.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think people today are more likely to move to a different country than in the past?\nCandidate: Yes, I agree with that because, uh, nowadays, uh, in, uh, the countries, uh, people don't like to stay because they don't get a job, um, and preferable, I think, um, Qualification or job they can- they cannot easily get from their country. So they tried to, uh, uh, did, I think, take a test on IELTS and went to other country to achieve more, I think, money. Because most of the time they are actually pay for the other country because of they follow the tent and they earn money. And, uh, they actually- it's a- it's a very big Opportunity and be I think, uh, good for, uh, the every people. If- if someone heard that, uh, anytime any people go, uh, foreign countries, so they give, uh, ve- uh, us very good priority, and, uh, it's very demandable in my country to people, uh, if people went to the other's country, um, and, uh, I think they can easily get married, and they can easily, uh, get the priority from, uh, the all over the world, uh, and, sorry, countries. And, uh, so that's the main reason I think people, um, are keen to go the foreign, uh, most of the, uh, compared to the past. Because in past decades, you know, uh, student and, uh, chi- uh, I think, uh, proponents are not, uh, heard much about foreign countries, don't get every level social media, or don't get every level, uh, I think, source or way to how to learn English and went to the other countries. So I think it's a big difference, uh, Okay, thank you.\nExaminer: We are, uh, we've now come to the end of this test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 45,
  "title": "045 - IELTS speaking test band score 6",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good morning. Uh, welcome to IBM IELTS Academy. This is the speaking section of your IELTS test. It may take about 10 minutes, and I will ask you some questions in three parts. Is that okay?\nCandidate: Yes, it's okay.\nExaminer: Examiner is Sarah Parker. Examiner number is 23589. Candidate is Mohaddes Khojastekhou, and candidate's number is 458952. May I see your ID card? Okay. Thank you. You're welcome. Here you go. Where are you from?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm from Iran. Uh, I live in Asfand City.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you work or study?\nCandidate: Um, these days, um, I study, um, but, uh, before I used to be, um, swimming coach. Okay.\nExaminer: Do you think family plays an important role in- in our success?\nCandidate: Um, of course, yes. You know, um, family has a key role in, um, your way, uh, in your life.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Because, you know, uh, when you are a child, uh, you, um, imitate your parents and you, uh, want to do lots of things that they do. And, uh, if, um, Um, teach you lots of, uh, skills that, you know, it's really important for your life and for your successful. Uh, you can, um, you can use them in your life and, um, you can make it big.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. With whom, uh, do you live best in your family?\nCandidate: Um... Uh, I think with my, uh, sister, because, you know, we have a lot in common, we are in the same, uh, same wavelengths, and, um, you know, um, my sister, um, My sister can give me a hand, uh, in lots of situations, lots of difficult situations, and, uh, we can speak together lots of time, and, um, you know, we have lots of things that we can do, uh, together, and it's really enjoyable for me to spend lots of time with my sister.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Do you have a large extended family?\nCandidate: No, we have, um, I can't say at large because, uh, we are, uh, four person in my family. I have, uh, one sister and, um, we can say a small.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: But if I, uh, uh, extended family, but if you mention, uh, uh, aunt and uncle, yes, yes, we have extended family because, uh, my parents, uh, lots of, uh, they have lots of siblings, and, uh, my extended family is- is really large.\nExaminer: How do you enjoy, uh, with your family?\nCandidate: You know, uh, we ha- we can, uh, do lots of things in, um, um, in leisure time, and, uh, for instance, if I mention some of them, uh, we can, uh, watch movie, we can play board game, and, uh, do- do these kind of things, and, you know, um, I think, um, I think it's really enjoyable and it's really interesting and we can have a fun time together. That's it.\nExaminer: Why is family important to you?\nCandidate: Uh, you know, family has a key role for everyone because, uh, you, maybe we can say you, uh, learn culture from your family and, uh, you, uh, learn lots of skills from your parents, from your, uh, siblings and these kind of things. And, um... Because, uh, you- you spend lots of time with your family. Uh, when you, um, when you were born in your family, uh, you, um, you try to imitate your parents and these kind of things.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: And I think it's really important.\nExaminer: Uh-huh. Okay, now I will give you a cue card. You have one minute to think about it, and then two minutes to talk, okay?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: It's the question, and you can...\nCandidate: Thanks.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. Thank you. Now you may talk.\nCandidate: Uh, yes, I want to, uh, speak about, uh, advertisement that, uh, I, uh, saw in a TV. Uh, maybe I think, I don't remember exactly the time, but I think it's, uh, related to two years ago. It's about, uh, technological device that I see in a TV. Uh, in a TV advertisement. And, uh, uh, you know, it's what I want, um, I want to describe for you, uh, this advertisement. It was about, uh, Auradon device. It was really special and, uh, you can, uh, plug on a computer and use it for, uh, do lots of, uh, things. You can do, uh, lots of things with it, uh, with... Uh, this kind of special equipment. And, uh, you know, thanks to the advent of technology these days, there are lots of device that, uh, you can do lots of activities very well and very easy rather than before. And, um, you know, in this kind of advertisement, um, TV programmer, uh, use, um, a superstar because, uh, wants to, um, Show to people, uh, these, uh, kind of, uh, equipment. It's really important, and, uh, you can use it, uh, very easily, and you can do, uh, lots of activities with these, uh, equipment, special equipment. And I think, uh, they choose the best way to, uh, show to people, uh, that these equipment, it's really, these days, it's really commonplace, and, um... You know, it's really practical, it's better to say. And, uh, especially if I want, um, mention that Superstar, uh, what act in this, uh, advertisement, I think, uh, killed two birds with one stone. Not- not only, uh, could, uh, show to people, Uh, this equipment, it's really practical, but also because, uh, superstar, it's really important for, uh, people, they want, lots of people, they want to, uh, imitate, and maybe it's a good way.\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you.\nCandidate: You're welcome.\nExaminer: What type of advertising are popular in the modern world?\nCandidate: Um, what type of, um, I mean, uh, I don't- I don't know you mention a type it's really traditional, modern, and- or these kind of things. If you mention these kind of thing, I think, um, modern, uh, advertisement is really, uh, better because they- for instance, they usually try to- Well, I said what types of advertising are popular in the modern world. Uh, type, maybe you want to mention, uh, social media in these kind of things. Uh, yes, these days, because, uh, people, uh, use, uh, lots of time, use social media, um, maybe in- they can see lots of advertisement in social media. For instance, Instagram or these kind of things. And maybe, um, these, uh, advertisement on these kind of things, it's maybe, uh, commonplace. And, uh, another re- another things that I can mention, maybe it's, uh, web- website, uh, because they can, uh, see lots of things on the website, and they can choose them easily. And I can see, uh, I can, um, see lots of things in this kind of sea. Or maybe, uh, sometimes they, uh, prefer, uh, um, board game, bo- sorry, uh, lots of board in, uh, middle of the city. There is, uh, lots of board in middle of the city. And because, uh, you know, lots of people, uh, commute, uh, every day, And, uh, maybe they can see lots of advertisement, and maybe it's a good way. And I think these days it's really modern and commonplace.\nExaminer: So, uh, you think that websites and billboards, yeah?\nCandidate: Yes, billboards, yes. Okay.\nExaminer: What types of media advertising do you like the most?\nCandidate: If I, uh, want mention about media, advertising in media, uh, I think it's really in- in Instagram, it's really enjoyable, because, uh, these days, uh, I... I, uh, use Instagram lots of time, and, uh, you know, because there are lots of, uh, enjoyable things, uh, in- in Instagram, and maybe, uh, middle of these, uh, middle of these kind of things that I, uh, want to watch, uh, maybe, uh, I see one advertisement, and, uh, I... Uh, want to buy these kind of things and I think it's really enjoyable and I noticed these kind of things.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. What factors should be considered when advertising?\nCandidate: Um, I don't have any idea about it. I never thought about it, because, uh, you know, I, um, I'm not, um, expert in these, uh, um, work, in these, um, jobs, especially, and I think it's a good, um, These days, it's a good opportunity for lots of people to take part in, uh, these special skills, but, uh, I don't, uh, know exactly or maybe, uh, especially about these, uh, mm, these job or, uh, but if I mention, mm... I think, uh, in advertisement, you, uh, you should sh- you should show, uh, one thing that is you want to produce to other people, you try to show to them very well, and you, uh, should show- you should show to them lots of, uh, lots of, uh, things that these equipment can do, or, um, I don't know, that kind of things we can do with these things.\nExaminer: How do advertisements affect children?\nCandidate: Uh, I think maybe can, uh, a key role or important ro- role in, uh, children because, uh, you know, uh, as I mentioned before, children lots of time try to imitate, uh, lots of things that they, uh, see on the TV or, uh, these kind of things. And maybe if, um, if, uh, advertisements show, uh, lots of bad things that is, uh, you know, rea- can, Uh, affect- can affect them, um, some bad things. Maybe, uh, it's really- it will be harmful for them, and I think, um, maybe I think, uh, have a key role for children.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Are there advertisements that can harm children?\nCandidate: Maybe if I- if you mention about, uh, mental health, maybe sometimes, yes. If, uh, if, um, if there, uh, there are lots of plots that, uh, you, uh, you know, do lots of angry things or do lots of bad things happen in this advertisement, Maybe it can, uh, it can- will be harmful for children. But, uh, you know, uh, usually, um, programmer try to, uh, use, uh, something that is really enjoyable for, uh, lots of people, for, uh, all ages, uh, because, uh, they want to, um, they want to see, uh, lots of people, not a special age group, and, uh, maybe, uh, they try to... Uh, try to, um, make, uh, make advertisement very well for lots of people.\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you. This is the end of your test.",
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  "serial": 46,
  "title": "046 - IELTS Speaking Test Band Score 4",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good morning. Welcome to IBM IELTS Academy. This is the speaking section of your IELTS test. It may take about 15 minutes, and I will ask you some questions in three parts. Is that okay?\nCandidate: Yeah, go ahead.\nExaminer: Examiner is Sarah Parker. Examiner number is 23589. Candidate is Sina Ziarati, and candidate's number is 13583. May I see your ID card?\nCandidate: Yes, here you go.\nExaminer: Thank you. Okay.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Can you tell me where are you from?\nCandidate: Yes, I'm from Iran and I live in Isfahan.\nExaminer: Do you work or study?\nCandidate: I'm currently studying in university.\nExaminer: Why do people get up early?\nCandidate: They get up early to go- to go to the work, to go to the schools, to go to the universities, and stuff like that.\nExaminer: Okay. Uh, why do some people like to get up late?\nCandidate: I don't know, because they sleep late at night. Or they just want to sleep. I don't know.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. Do older people in your country like getting up early than young people?\nCandidate: Yes, absolutely. They really like to, uh, get up early because they want to pray in the morning and they are early birds.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you know someone who likes to wake up early in the morning?\nCandidate: Yes, my father is just wake up at 5 a.m. every morning.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Even on the Fridays, which is a weekend in my country.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. What kinds of, uh, professions require, uh, people to get up early?\nCandidate: Profession? What do you mean by that?\nExaminer: Uh, well, I mean, kind of jobs.\nCandidate: Yes, I know that, but I don't know, maybe there are doctors, there are teachers, or students, or laborers.\nExaminer: Okay. So, uh, let's talk about outdoor activities. Do you like outdoor activities?\nCandidate: Yes, a lot. I go out. Every day I go to the park, I go to the gym, I go to swimming pools.\nExaminer: What outdoor sports do you like?\nCandidate: I really like playing basketball. I really like it. I cannot play- live with basketball. I just play every day.\nExaminer: What kind of outdoor activities are popular in your nation?\nCandidate: They just want to go with the family, go together, go to the parties, um, and stuff like that.\nExaminer: Okay. So, I'll give you a cue card, you have one minute to think about it or may, uh, take notes, and after that, uh, you may talk about two minutes. Is that clear?\nCandidate: Yeah, okay, sure.\nExaminer: Okay. This is the question, and you can take it here. Okay?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Okay, alright.\nCandidate: Yeah. Yes, I- we had, uh, I'm twin brother, we had a Playstation that- when we were- when we were child, we played with it all- all day. I mean, we just played with PlayStation, that was PlayStation 1, it was new stuff in the world, funny games, and it just fall- fell over the des- the desk and just...\nExaminer: Uh-huh.\nCandidate: And we just try to fix it. We just really like it. Um, uh, we just search all over the city to find the lens, which was broken, and we tried really hard. I mean, uh, we just, uh, I mean, the lens was broken and we fixed it, and we just back to play.\nExaminer: Okay. Would you choose to repair things or buy a new one?\nCandidate: Um, if you can fix a thing, why buy it? I mean, there's no reason to buy a new thing when you can repair Repair the old one.\nExaminer: Okay, so you mean, repair something is better than buying a new one.\nCandidate: If you can repair it properly, why not?\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Uh, is the quality of products worse these days than before?\nCandidate: Yes, sure. I guess this industrial, uh, Cities are, uh, and products are- have less quality than before, for example. And because of the- because the companies wants to lower the prices, and they have to do this. They have to lower the quality as well.\nExaminer: So you mean it's because of the price?\nCandidate: Yes. Because they want too many people attend to buy it and afford- afford it.\nExaminer: Okay. Are IT-related jobs given more importance in the society nowadays?\nCandidate: Absolutely, they- they have a great, uh, responsibility nowadays, and they have to do a lot of things. We have social medias, we have internet, and we have PCs and laptops, they- they should work a lot.\nExaminer: Uh, what kind of things do people like to fix themselves?\nCandidate: What, can you say it again?\nExaminer: Yeah, what kind of things do people like to fix themselves?\nCandidate: They want to fix their cars, they want to fix the stuff they work with them, for example, even hair dryer or, uh, uh,\nExaminer: Why do people prefer to repair their mobile phones in, uh, specialized stores? Specialized store?\nCandidate: I cannot understand that question.\nExaminer: Okay, I can repeat that. Why do people prefer to repair their mobile phones in specialized stores?\nCandidate: No, because it's- I think it's a real- it's a- it's a thing that needs expertise to fix it. They cannot do it themselves because it's really- Tiny thing, like, special screws, for example, they cannot open it.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Yes. They need...\nExaminer: So you think it's a hard job?\nCandidate: Yeah, so...\nExaminer: Because of that?\nCandidate: Because of that, they- they go to specials, specialist.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay, thank you, this is the end of your test.",
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  "serial": 47,
  "title": "047 - IELTS Speaking test with NATIVE speaker",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Let's get started. At the beginning of the IELTS test, you'll be required to provide a passport or an ID, but as this is just a practice test, we don't require any passport or any ID. Now, in the first part of the test, I'm going to ask you some questions about yourself. Do you enjoy traveling?\nCandidate: Very much so, yes.\nExaminer: And why?\nCandidate: Um, I've traveled a lot in my life. I just love to meet people from all over the world. I love to learn new languages and different cultures.\nExaminer: Wow. Have you had the opportunity to go on any vacations recently?\nCandidate: Yes, I have. In fact, I've just returned from a vacation to my home country. So I live outside of my home country and I spent some time with family. In my hometown.\nExaminer: Okay. What factors do you consider when choosing a vacation's destination?\nCandidate: Um, I like to choose a destination that's very different from a Western culture. So, I've spent times in Buddhist countries, Asian countries, tropical countries. Okay.\nExaminer: Are there any places you have always dreamed of visiting? And why?\nCandidate: Absolutely, yes. I have a dream, it's unfulfilled at the moment, to visit Italy. I really would just love to learn the language, I want to eat a lot of pizza, and just to see the amazing buildings, the Colosseum, etc.\nExaminer: Great. This is the end of part one. Let's move on to part two. And in this part, I'm going to give you a topic and I would like you to talk about it for one or two minutes. Before you talk, you will have one minute to think about what you're going to say. And you can make notes if you wish. So from now, your time starts. I would like you to describe your dream vacation destination, and you have to say where this place is located, what makes it your dream vacation destination, what activities you'd like to do there, and explain why would you like to visit this place. So are you ready? Would you like to start now?\nCandidate: I will do.\nExaminer: Please start.\nCandidate: Yes. Yes. Well, I already mentioned the country, which is Italy. It's really an unfulfilled dream to visit Italy because I have a fascination with the culture, but not just the culture, the people, the language, the food. I mean, everything about Italy, it really, it really beckons me there. And I've never yet had a chance to go there. Um, so like I say, it's unfulfilled since I was 18 years old, 30 years, waiting to go to Italy. And you may ask me, why have I not visited Italy? It's so close. Yeah, still, still I've not been there. Um, one day I'll go there and when I do, I really want to travel to the, you know, the parts of Italy, like Rome, um, but also the islands, uh, Sicily, Sardinia, because I really love immersing myself in nature. So I'd like to do, you know, the cultural sites and the nature spots. Um, I think I've already mentioned the places I'd like to visit. Maybe another activity I would like to do is maybe I could do a cooking course. I'd really like to immerse myself in learning Italian cuisine.\nExaminer: Right.\nCandidate: Yes. Thank you. Pizza and pasta. Yeah, absolutely.\nExaminer: Thank you. So I have some questions, uh, some follow-up questions. If you were to go on this dream vacation, who would you want to accompany you and why?\nCandidate: Okay, yeah, it's a bit tricky to decide, but I would decide on my mother. My mother also loves the Italian culture. She's great with, you know, talking different languages, talking to new people, and we also have a love for Italian cooking. So maybe we could do that cooking course together. Okay.\nExaminer: What kind of souvenirs or mementos would you like to bring back from your dream destination?\nCandidate: Okay. You may have gathered that I have a love for Italian food and cooking. So of course I'd have to bring back some Italian cheese, which is Parmesan. And maybe also some Italian meats and olives.\nExaminer: If your dream vacation involved learning a new skill or activity, what would it be and why?\nCandidate: Okay. Well, it would definitely be taking a cooking course. Yes. Uh, I've already explained. I really love cooking and particularly Italian cooking, but learning a skill from a native person is really The next level in learning that skill. So that's what I'd like to do very much.\nExaminer: Okay, let's move on to part three. And I have several questions in this part. How important is it for people to take vacations?\nCandidate: Incredibly important. I mean, in this day and age, people live very stressful lives and they need to escape from their day-to-day existence by relaxing in a different location.\nExaminer: Are there any cultural differences in the way people from your country and other countries plan their vacations?\nCandidate: I'm not so sure about the answer for this question, but I think everyone across the world, they have similar questions to ask, you know, financial questions. And also if they're traveling with a family, maybe just to try and fit the vacation to the needs of the people. So there's not so much, Cultural differences. I hope that makes sense.\nExaminer: Okay. In what ways can vacations contribute to a person's personal growth and development?\nCandidate: Hmm, yes. I think it's so important to travel outside of one's own, uh, country and culture to experience the- the ways that other people live and their languages, and to learn to- to keep the mind open.\nExaminer: What impact does the tourism industry have on the environment in popular vacation destinations?\nCandidate: Hmm, okay, yeah, I think it does have a very detrimental effect. You know, I've been to one very popular beach resort in Sri Lanka, and there was a lot of rubbish. It really shocked me to see the rubbish in the sea, but also in- in the sand, that people would bury the plastic rubbish from the tourism, so... Right. That's the thing that comes to mind.\nExaminer: Some people prefer adventure vacations, while others prefer relaxation. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each?\nCandidate: Okay, well, I mean, I'm a bit of an adventure seeker, so I know that by going on adventurous holidays, you get that lovely boost of serotonin and dopamine, you know, the- the feel-good factors, the hormones, and you come back feeling like you've really accomplished something, but With regards to relaxation, obviously, some people just simply require that wind-down time, and just to lay by a beach with a book is such a beautiful way to spend time.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much. Thank you, Fra, for joining us.\nCandidate: Okay, thank you.\nExaminer: Thank you very much, thanks a lot.\nCandidate: Yes, it's been my pleasure, thank you.",
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  "serial": 48,
  "title": "048 - Band 9 IELTS Speaking Interview with subtitles | Excellent Fluency",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello and welcome to this practice exam conducted by the British American Resource Centre. My name is Maruf and I'm your practice examiner. These questions have been designed to simulate the IELTS speaking test. So let's begin. What is your full name?\nCandidate: Hi, so my name is Luca Richter.\nExaminer: And what shall I call you?\nCandidate: You can just call me Luca.\nExaminer: At the beginning of the IELTS test, you'd be required to provide a passport or an ID, but as this is just a practice exam, you don't need to provide any ID or a passport. Now, in the first part of the test, I'm going to ask you some questions about yourself. Where is your hometown?\nCandidate: So, my hometown is actually a little coastal town in South Africa called Plettenberg Bay.\nExaminer: Do you often visit your hometown?\nCandidate: Yes, I definitely visit my hometown often because I have a lot of family members that are still there.\nExaminer: Is there any historical place in your hometown?\nCandidate: Yes, the old rectory in Plattenberg Bay is where the priest used to live.\nExaminer: Okay. What is there for a foreigner to do or see in your hometown?\nCandidate: There's many things for a foreigner to do. Um, since it's a coastal town, things like surfing, whale watching, um, lying on the beach, those are all very popular. Then there's also skydiving for the more adventurous.\nExaminer: Okay. Has your hometown changed much since you were a child?\nCandidate: Oh yes, it has changed a lot. Many more buildings being built, shopping centres left, right and centre.\nExaminer: Is there good public transportation in your hometown?\nCandidate: The public transportation in my hometown is mainly for workers that have to be at work from 8 o'clock in the morning and then leave again at 5 o'clock in the afternoon. So there's not a lot of, um, public transportation that you can use during the day. You can use something like Uber, but it can become a bit costly.\nExaminer: Okay, this is the end of part one. Let's move on to part two. Now, in this part, I'm going to give you a topic and you have to talk about it for one or two minutes. You can take notes if you wish. So, here's the topic. You need to describe a photograph you like. You have one minute to take notes. So, from now, your time begins. Thank you. Okay?\nCandidate: I can cry.\nExaminer: Great. Remember, you have one or two minutes for this, so don't worry if I stop you. I'll tell you when the time is up. So, would you like to start now, please?\nCandidate: Yes. So, in the photograph that I'm describing, there are five aeroplanes. So, I was at an air show when I took this photo. And the five aeroplanes that are on this photo of mine is three crop sprayers, um, so people can see the varying sizes of the crop sprayers that were there. There was an RV, um, that's an aerobatic aeroplane. So, on this day, they did a lot of aerobatic flying, they did tricks in the air, which was such a fun thing to see. Um, the other one that was there is called an Atlas Angel. So, the Atlas Angel is actually a mi- military plane, an old military plane. And they used that to do skydiving drops. So, on this day, this aeroplane was used specifically for this. And also, in my photo, you can see many people standing around. So they could come and take a closer look at the aeroplanes, they then could enjoy the many food stalls that were there, so they could get some drinks, food, and then watch the show as it carried on. So that's what you can see in my photograph, it was also a sunrise, so it was the beginning of the day, the action was just starting, so you can feel the excitement building up.\nExaminer: Great. Thank you. This is the end of part two. Let's move on to part three. And I have several questions for you. How has sharing photographs changed since your grandparents' time?\nCandidate: It's changed quite a lot. So my grandparents took photos on film cameras that had to be developed in dark rooms. So it's been such a big development from then to now. Where I can just click a button and I can see my images immediately in front of me.\nExaminer: Yeah. Should people share their photographs online?\nCandidate: Yes, definitely. It brings people closer. It brings people that you love and that you, uh, want to include in your moment. They can actually experience the time with you, even if they weren't there.\nExaminer: Do you think that nowadays people spend too much time taking photographs?\nCandidate: No. I think people need to take more photographs because it takes you back to that memory. Memories that would have otherwise been forgotten.\nExaminer: Okay. Have people become obsessed with taking selfies?\nCandidate: Yes, definitely. People take too many photos of just themselves rather than taking photos of their surroundings and the environment that they're in. And they're just so obsessed with seeing themselves. So I do agree with that, yes.\nExaminer: Right. How well do photographs capture special moments?\nCandidate: Oh, they can capture it so well, especially when the lighting is beautiful, like I described in my photo earlier, as well with the sunrise, um, you can really capture the- that feeling that you had, the excitement that was created, even if it is a still photo.\nExaminer: Is it better to look at your photos on screen or in albums in your view?\nCandidate: In my view, I would say on a screen because I travel a lot. So that's the only reason I would say in a screen, but it is nice to hold a photo album and go through it. Um, but definitely for where I am right now, traveling, I will say on a screen.\nExaminer: My last question to you, when can an image be worth a thousand words?\nCandidate: It can be worth a thousand words when You can't really describe the feelings. You don't have words to describe the moment that you were in. And the best way to do that is through an image. And no amount of words will be able to describe what you felt. But showing that in an image, I think, best describes it.\nExaminer: Thank you, Luca. Thanks for joining us. This is the end of this speaking test. Thank you very much.\nCandidate: Thank you so much.",
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  "serial": 49,
  "title": "049 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 5 | Mock Test | Bangladeshi Student 🇧🇩",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good afternoon. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Good afternoon, sir. My full name is Shafnil Dash. Please call me Shafnil.\nExaminer: Thank you, Shafnil. Now, in the first part of this test, I will ask you some questions about yourself. So, what is your typical day like?\nCandidate: Uh, typical day, uh, I, um, get up early in the morning and, uh, uh, get fresh, and after that, I, uh, I give two tests in, uh, listening and reading both. Uh, after that, uh, I take my breakfast and, uh, then, uh, again, my- get back to my regular routine, uh, uh, and I studied of, uh, In, uh, till the evening and then- and then I- I have some students, uh, I teach, uh, maths them.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you usually follow the same routine every day?\nCandidate: No, uh, not, uh, because, uh, for few- for the few- last few days, I actually got busy with my admission, uh, procedure, and I didn't get the chance to apply in my desired, uh, university. Uh, uh, that was, uh, I was depressed about, uh, for few days, actually.\nExaminer: Okay. And how do you normally start your day?\nCandidate: Normally I get up, uh, early in the morning, uh, as I earlier, um, earlier mentioned, uh, and, uh, then have a shower and, uh, take breakfast and, uh, uh, that's all. And, uh, studying is, uh, also, uh, will be added.\nExaminer: Okay. And how do you feel when your routine is disrupted?\nCandidate: It was very annoying and, uh, depressed, uh, and I'm, uh, thinking about all the day that, uh, what I've done, particularly when I'm get up, uh, late in the morning. Uh, this day was very, uh, very unpredictable and, uh, disgusting actually for me.\nExaminer: Okay. Now let's talk about your hometown. Uh, where is your hometown?\nCandidate: My hometown is in, uh, Keshavganj district, uh, and, uh, it was, uh, it was situated in the low- in the eastern part of Bangladesh.\nExaminer: Okay. And what is the weather like in your hometown?\nCandidate: Uh, in my hometown, uh, the weather is, uh, sunny, uh, particularly, uh, in the winter, uh, it was, uh, uh, uh, cold, uh, and, uh, sometimes, sometimes got, uh, sometimes it rains, uh, uh, last day, uh, there was, uh, uh, few rains, uh, uh, here.\nExaminer: Okay. And what do people in your hometown usually do for fun?\nCandidate: For fun, um, there was a bridge, and, uh, people are often go to visit this area, and, uh, there was also another place called BADC, Bangladesh Agriculture Development, uh, Centre, uh, and this place was very beautiful, and people often go there to- for their relaxation, uh, Okay.\nExaminer: Um, and how has your hometown changed in recent years?\nCandidate: There is nothing, uh, changed, uh, actually, uh, but, uh, there was, uh, built a new bridge few years ago. Uh, this was a particular, uh, uh, infrastructure building was, uh, made up by our local authority.\nExaminer: Okay, we've now come to the end of part one of the speaking test. We will now move over to part two. Now, in, uh, part two, I will give you a topic and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes, sir.\nExaminer: Okay, so on your screen you can see your topic. Right, so your one minute is now over and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: Uh, today, I, uh, today, I was, uh, tell, uh, the special food, uh, of, uh, mine, uh, was fried rice, uh, that, uh, makes me happier when I was eat, uh, sometimes, I, um... Prepare it ma- for myself, uh, and sometimes I go, uh, with my friends in a restaurant to eat this food. Uh, this was very special because, uh, I know how to make it and, uh, how to, uh, prepare it for myself and my, uh, also sometimes for my family members like my brothers and my, uh, father and mother, uh. And, it was very special because I, uh, I earlier mentioned, uh, I earlier, I mentioned that, that I was, uh, I can, I, I know how to prepare it, and, uh, a few, uh, few hours ago, I actually made this, uh, food and ate it, uh... Uh, it was, uh, very great, uh, because, uh, uh, it was very delicious, and, uh, uh, also, it was my favorite. Few days ago, me and my f- my friends and I, uh, go at a restaurant and enjoyed, uh, variety of- of foods, and, uh, particularly we enjoyed their fried rice, uh, and this fried rice was very, uh, good, although the, uh, restaurant, the quality of restaurant wasn't good because, uh, it was unhygienic, uh, uh, and, uh, I prefer to make it home and eat, uh, at home always. But, uh, sometimes I feel like, uh, with my friends, uh, great, uh, and...\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Thank you. Um, now, let's talk about food and eating habits in a bit more detail. So, how have eating habits changed in your country over the years?\nCandidate: Uh, I would say, uh, that, uh, over the years, uh, people are, uh, people are change their food habits by, uh, various ways. Uh, like, uh, uh, there- I've seen a lot of people that they, uh, before- Few years ago, they were, uh, veg- non-vegetarian, and, uh, nowadays, they are converted to a vegetarian, uh, diet, and follow some religion, uh, uh, religious- religious ex- aspects. Uh, these- in this way, uh, many people left, uh, eating, uh, fishes or meats-type foods. And, uh, in the near future, I would like to also be a vegetarian.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think people today eat healthier food than in the past?\nCandidate: Uh, I think people are, uh, tend to eat unhealthier food, uh, particularly the street foods. Uh, uh, one of my friends are often go to, uh, street shops and get, uh, unhygienic foods. I don't know why they Uh, choose these, uh, I think these for only, uh, for tastes, uh, particularly, uh, they- they sometimes, uh, go with friends and hang, uh, for, uh, for hangout and they get addicted by the foods in recent days.\nExaminer: Okay. And, uh, what role does fast food play in modern society?\nCandidate: Was food, uh, play more, uh, significant role in, uh, in our society? Uh, particularly in modern society, uh, they feel like, uh, rich, rich, the rich feeling of the food and, uh, sometimes, uh...\nExaminer: Okay. And how can governments encourage people to eat healthier?\nCandidate: Sir, could you please repeat the question again?\nExaminer: Yes. Okay. How can governments encourage people to eat healthier?\nCandidate: Government can, uh, launch, uh, several campaign and, uh, uh, encourage food, uh, encourage, uh, fast food sellers to make them healthier. And, uh, also, uh, the government can make advertisement, uh, and, uh, uh, go and, uh, people, all the people can, uh, encourage themselves to eat healthy food from the government.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think eating together as a family is important?\nCandidate: Yes, I think, uh, uh, particularly to spend with, uh, to spend time with families, uh, we need to, uh, uh, eat with them, uh, partic- uh, particularly, uh, sometimes we, uh, need to go, uh, uh, with them in a restaurant, uh, to eat, and, uh, for hangouts, uh, it was very, it will be very relaxing for everyone, uh, Okay.\nExaminer: And in your hometown, do people often eat out?\nCandidate: Yes, uh, uh, people try to make times with their family and friends, uh, often, uh, to get, uh, food at restaurant. And, uh, I also try to, uh, go at restaurant with my friends, uh, particularly. I, uh, often try to go with my family, uh, but I didn't get a much chance. Uh, uh, to go with them. But, uh, sometimes, whenever, uh, someone ba- someone's ba- birthday, uh, we often tend to go in, uh, restaurant or cafes to eat out.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. We've now come to the end of this test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "title": "050 - IELTS speaking test band score 7",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Um, hello, and welcome to the IBM IELTS Academy, and this is the speaking part of the IELTS test today, which is three parts. So, first of all, let me ask you your name in full, please.\nCandidate: Hi, and nice to meet you, I'm Siavash Halkoui, and, uh, it is great to, uh, be here, and,\nExaminer: Can I see your ID number, please?\nCandidate: Yes, of course. Here you are.\nExaminer: Thank you. And, um, is your number 374218, your student's number?\nCandidate: Yes, that's right.\nExaminer: Good. That's great. That's all in order. Thank you. And, um, can I ask, do you work or study?\nCandidate: Uh, well, uh, I studied, uh, in IUT, Isfahan University of Technology. Uh, and my major was, uh, mining engineering. And I graduated, uh, last year, and I'm, uh, for now, I'm busy, uh, for my job.\nExaminer: Uh, what is your job?\nCandidate: Uh, actually, I, uh, work in, uh, mine examination. And I, uh, go and examine, uh, grounds, uh, all around the, uh, country for finding, uh, new materials and new minds. Um, so, maybe...\nExaminer: That's very interesting.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: That's good. Okay, so, we'll start, this is the first part. I'll ask you some questions and you can give, uh, short answers. They don't have to be, I don't mean yes and no, I mean, but not really, really long ones. Okay, who was your favorite teacher in high school?\nCandidate: Uh, well, I guess it was my first grade teacher, and as I- I can remember, his name, uh, was, uh, Mr. Jovidan, I- I guess, and, uh, that's it.\nExaminer: Okay, and what's your favorite subject in high school?\nCandidate: Uh, actually, I was obsessed with, uh, physics in high school, but, uh, After, sometimes I just, I lose my passion about it, and somehow, I didn't get to what, uh, it's fun.\nExaminer: Okay. After that. Um, do you still remember your first day at high school?\nCandidate: Well, um, Yes, of course, I remember it very well because they, uh, fired me from the class and it was, uh, somehow fun and just disappointing that day, but, uh, right now that I thought about it, it's just fun to me and I will never forget it.\nExaminer: Okay, and, um, are you still in touch with your school friends?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, of course, I- many of them, I will, uh, see them weekly, and, uh, thanks to social media, I have heard them- heard about them a lot.\nExaminer: And do you remember your life in high school?\nCandidate: Hmm, well, you know, back then, everything was so much easier, and we were happy, more happy, if I want to be honest, and, yes, it was the, one of the best periods in my life, and I still, when I think to that moment, yes, I will love them.\nExaminer: Thank you. Um, okay, that's the end of the first part, and we're going now onto the second part. This is your cue card. You have- and here's some paper and a pencil to prepare. You have a minute, um, starting now. Thank you. And you've got two minutes, really, to tell me about it.\nCandidate: Well, uh, I'm- I'm a really tech guy, and I- I'm obsessed with, uh, technology, and I really follow the, uh, technology news. Uh, recently, um, uh, there was a news about a Facebook company, and, uh, there was a leak information in there, and, They had to change their name and, uh, start a rebranding campaign. They changed their name, uh, to Meta Company, and, uh, they... Uh, they announced the new technology they were working on and, uh, they called it, uh, Meta and Metaverse. I don't know if you heard about it. Uh, it's, uh, I think it's, uh, it's our, uh, future technology because, uh, it helps us to, uh, live in a secondary li- a second life and it allows us to, uh, uh, somehow, uh, Make our life, uh, more fun, more entertaining, and, uh, maybe, uh, I don't know, maybe more positive than before. And I heard the story at first, uh, from the news in social media, like Instagram, and some of the accounts that I followed. Uh, they, uh, published the news, and after that, uh, officially, uh, the Facebook announced it, and, uh, after a while, all of the sites that I were following, they, uh, Announce the news about this rebranding and the whole story is going on. And it was interesting. I think, uh, it's completely whole new level to our life. And maybe, uh, we, uh, can find ourself in a new ho- a new universe because it's all virtual and, uh, we have no difficulty to make our dreams in there.\nExaminer: Thank you very much. That's the end of part two, and so part three is some more questions, but you get a chance to really respond with more complex sentences and longer sentences. Okay, so how do people get news in today's society?\nCandidate: Well, uh, these days there are a lot of ways to catch up with news. Uh, the first one is social media, because everyone has an account in this, and, uh, they can follow the news from Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook, but still some people prefer to use newspaper, uh, for following the news.\nExaminer: And do you think people will receive- how do you think people will re- receive news in the future?\nCandidate: Well, according to, uh, developments of technology, I think in the future we don't need to, uh, write the news from the paper or follow it from our phone. I think they were, uh, they would- they will be some chips in our bodies, maybe, And they just, uh, tell us some news every morning that we will woke up, wake up.\nExaminer: Thank you. And how do modern technologies affect the delivery of news?\nCandidate: Uh, pardon me, could you please repeat?\nExaminer: Yes, um, how do modern technologies affect the delivery of news?\nCandidate: Well, uh, somehow, uh, it's, it was bad, uh, for the, uh, people working in news industry because, uh, a lot of, uh, companies maybe that were working in the, uh, news industry, they just were collapsed and, uh, now they are, Uh, unemployment, they start to unemployed, uh, some of their workers and, uh, it was bad for them. And somehow it's good for, uh, uh, for the people in society because they can catch up with the news, uh, faster and, uh, they, uh, have no difficulty these days to find out, uh, what is going on in the world.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. And do you believe that everything you read in a newspaper is correct information?\nCandidate: Uh, well, it depends on the, uh, newspaper, because, uh, these days, medias, uh, a lot of them works for the government, and they just told us what they want us to know, and, uh, actually, for myself, I don't rely on that news. And I prefer to follow the news from, uh, different sources to find out, uh, who is right.\nExaminer: Thank you. And do you think people share good news?\nCandidate: Um, good news... Yes, of course, uh, still, there are some good news around the world, some, uh, good happenings, uh, every day, and, uh, the, uh, people, uh, start to share them with each other to, uh, make fe- uh, make others feel good, uh, about themselves and about the society. But, uh, actually, the power of bad news, uh, is still so strong, and, uh, we can do nothing about it. And, uh, it's just so sad because we can- we cannot do anything about it.\nExaminer: Uh, thank you. And how do people share good news?\nCandidate: Uh, well, it's, it's difficult because, uh, the good news is, uh, has a different meanings from, uh, for different people. Uh, for myself, maybe, uh, one of my friends' immigration is good news and I, uh, can, uh, find out, uh, Where- where he is going to be, uh, in the last few years, and- and he was just beside me, and now he's gone, uh, and, you know, it's, you know, somehow, uh, sharing these kinds of news, it's... I don't know, maybe sad, and disappointed from, uh, we- we are... Uh, disappointed from our government, and, uh, a lot of my friends just immigrate. I'm- I'm sad, and, uh, at the same time, I'm happy. I don't know what to do about this news. Uh, but, uh, they shared it on, uh, social media, on maybe, uh, wedding is a, uh, good- good happening, and they, uh, send us postal cards and everything, invitation cards. They, uh, use this, uh, uh, traditional way to share this good news.\nExaminer: Thank you. And that's the end of part three. Thank you. So, the test is over.",
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  "serial": 51,
  "title": "051 - Band 9 IELTS Speaking Interview with subtitles",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello and welcome to this practice exam conducted by the British American Resource Center. My name is Maruf and I'm your practice examiner. These questions have been designed to simulate the IELTS speaking test. So let's begin. What is your full name?\nCandidate: My full name is Luka Richter.\nExaminer: And what shall I call you?\nCandidate: You can call me Luca.\nExaminer: At the beginning of the IELTS test, you'd be required to provide a passport or an ID, but as this is just a practice exam, you don't need to provide any ID or any passport. Now, in the first part of the test, I'm going to ask you some questions about yourself. Do you like walking?\nCandidate: I love walking, especially hiking in beautiful mountains, yes.\nExaminer: Great. Do you like to walk on your own or with others?\nCandidate: Definitely with others. I enjoy groups of people and I feel like sharing those moments with others is just special to me.\nExaminer: Would you say that city is a good place for walking?\nCandidate: Yes, I think a city is a beautiful place to walk. Um, it can be dangerous in certain parts of the world, so I wouldn't suggest it to, um, everyone, but yes, I think cities are good places for walking.\nExaminer: Do people walk a lot in your country?\nCandidate: I do think they walk a lot, um, especially hiking and more for pleasure, um, yes. So, in that instance, I would say yes.\nExaminer: Do you think walking is important?\nCandidate: Of course it's important. Not just for fitness, but also for your mental well-being.\nExaminer: Do you think you'll keep walking as a part of your routine in the future?\nCandidate: I definitely will. It's not something I'll stop doing because it's something that I enjoy so much. So yes, I will.\nExaminer: What do you think walking is better in the countryside than walking in the city?\nCandidate: Yes, I find the countryside so much prettier. Um, so I would be biased and definitely say walking in the country is more peaceful and satisfying for me.\nExaminer: What could be done to improve the experience of walking in the cities?\nCandidate: I think just making it safe. Having maybe some security measures in place, um, I think is one thing that the governments could definitely do to make it more, um, comfortable for people. And then adding some extra things to make it interesting. So maybe a nice water feature, um, where someone can go and sit and have a peaceful time and maybe reflect back on their past. Just creating these small things in cities definitely creates a better walking experience.\nExaminer: Thank you. This is the end of part one. Let's move on to part two. In this part, I'm going to give you a topic and you have to talk about it for one or two minutes. Before you talk, you have one minute to think about what you're going to say. You can make notes if you wish. Where is the topic? Describe an open-air or street market which you enjoyed visiting. From now, your time starts. Okay. So remember you have one or two minutes for this, so don't worry if I stop you. So would you like to start speaking now?\nCandidate: So there's this little market in my hometown, which I love visiting when I'm there. Um, it's usually a restaurant with a few arty shops, but on Wednesdays, they have an open air market where people from outside can come and display their products. So, a few farmers would come and have their fresh produce, uh, they have live music, which creates this wonderful atmosphere, and people can sit and enjoy food, listen to the music, um, see some paintings, and artsy things that are displayed. So, that's one of the markets I really enjoy, um, just because it's such a comfortable place. They also allow dogs, and I think this makes it a great environment. Makes it feel like it's a homely environment.\nExaminer: Let's move on to part three, and I have several questions in this part. Do people in your country enjoy going to open-air markets that sells things like food, clothes, or all things?\nCandidate: Absolutely. Especially when markets create a wonderful environment where there's live music playing and they create this atmosphere where people feel comfortable. So they keep people there longer. And I think you can browse through interesting things and interesting clothing shops that you don't normally get at a normal retail shop. So I think South Africans definitely enjoy open-air markets.\nExaminer: Which type of market is more popular in your country?\nCandidate: So because South Africa is such a diverse country, it depends on where you are. Um, speaking from my experience, we have a lot of farms in our region. So farmers markets are very popular and show- showcasing that type of fresh produce, that's very important in our area.\nExaminer: Do you think young people feel the same way about shopping at markets as older people?\nCandidate: No, I don't think they feel the same. I think younger people are a lot more technologically advanced. And I think this definitely affects their market shopping experience. So they enjoy having the, um, flexibility of choosing more options. And I think that's something that online shopping offers them. Right. I think that older people definitely tend to put more value on, The environment and touching things and seeing the quality of the thing that they are buying. So I think they put a lot more trust in seeing and being there than younger people do. So I think that would be the big difference for me in the two generations.\nExaminer: Right. What do you think are the advantages of buying things from shops rather than markets?\nCandidate: Shops create a more comfortable environment, especially in adverse weather. I think it just makes it easier for them to be able to control the air conditioning, the lighting, the seating. So you don't have to worry, is there a seat available for me? Like there would be when you're at a market or maybe the weather condition changes. So that's definitely the advantage I would say for shopping in a shop rather than at a market.\nExaminer: How does advertising influence what people choose to buy?\nCandidate: Advertisers are very clever. So they manipulate in a way by showing and influencing emotions. So I think advertisers have become very clever in their marketing and they play on these sweet talks. If I can mention that. So yes, I think that's a way that they manipulate and convince people to buy their product.\nExaminer: Is this true for everyone?\nCandidate: I definitely don't think it's true for everyone. So depending on someone's background, their education that they had, I would say some people are more influenced and some people are less influenced by advertising strategies.\nExaminer: Right. So my last question is, do you think that any recent changes in the way people live have affected general shopping habits? And why is this?\nCandidate: Yes, I think global changes have definitely influenced people and the way that their lifestyles are lived. So, I think the pandemic of COVID-19 has showed people that online shopping can be trusted, where it may have been something that people were a bit afraid of, they definitely are now more open to online and e-commerce shopping. And I think another thing is that people have become more accustomed to comfortable dressing. So I don't want to dress up just to go buy one thing at the shop. I'd rather put it in my basket on Takealot or a different online shopping platform. And this has created a big thing as well for the industry.\nExaminer: Thank you very much, Luka. Thanks a lot for joining us. Thank you very much.\nCandidate: Thank you.",
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  "serial": 52,
  "title": "052 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 3.5 | Mock Test | Afghan Student 🇦🇫",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good afternoon. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name?\nCandidate: Yeah, thanks, teacher. This is Akram, uh, Akram Wafaa from Afghanistan.\nExaminer: Thank you. And what should I call you?\nCandidate: You can call me Wafaa.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you, Wafat.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Now, in the first part of the test, I will ask you some questions about yourself. So, let's talk about your hometown. So, uh, where are you from?\nCandidate: Uh, teacher, I'm from Afghanistan. I live in Huz city and I, uh, live in Huz city.\nExaminer: Okay, and what do you like most about your hometown?\nCandidate: What?\nExaminer: What do you like most about your hometown?\nCandidate: To be honest, uh, we are Muslim and we try our best. We- I like the most, uh, culture. Our culture is very different from the others. I like the most, uh, from our town.\nExaminer: Okay, and has your hometown changed over the years?\nCandidate: Uh, to be honest, not changed because I live here in Huss for more than 15 years, uh, 14 years I live here and I, uh, try my best to stay here and do something for myself better.\nExaminer: Okay, and are there any special places in your hometown that visitors should see?\nCandidate: Uh, there are a lot of places that, uh, everyone, uh, hope that I visited that place, some of, uh, for, like, uh, mountains, places, uh, deserts, uh, farts, uh, cricket academies, and also we have some, uh, historical places here in our hometown.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, let's talk about accommodation. So, do you live in a house or an apartment?\nCandidate: Uh, I live in a house, uh, we have three floor, uh, house, I live there, and I do, uh, I spend my life here.\nExaminer: Okay, and what do you like, uh, most about your home?\nCandidate: Uh, I like, uh, in my home, uh, there are a lot of facilities for, uh, living a good life. Here are some, uh, best rooms, uh, modern places like, uh, uh, good places for study and also we have good guest house and also we have, uh, uh, large and beautiful, uh, rooms for living.\nExaminer: Okay. And is there anything you would like to change about your accommodation?\nCandidate: Uh, there is nothing, uh, that I like to change in- in my recommendation, but, uh, one thing, uh, that I would like to, uh, change it, uh, my own, uh, room. I always try my best to change it in, uh, about good places where I can study hard, where I can live comfortable, and also where I can, uh, contribute or communicate with people, uh, so easily, and I, uh, spend my time, uh, so relaxed and full-filling life.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, let's talk about transport. So, how do you usually get around in your hometown?\nCandidate: Uh, I usually, uh, get my home by, uh, car. I am a driver and I can drive my car and I'll- most of the time, I drove my car and I, uh, get my home by vehicle or cars.\nExaminer: Okay, and what is the public transport system like in your area?\nCandidate: Uh, here, in our area, most of the people try to, uh, ride bicycles, motorbike, and also, most of the people like to, uh, travel, uh, transport cars from the other stuff. Okay.\nExaminer: Yeah. Okay. And, uh, do you prefer to drive or take public transport?\nCandidate: Uh, to be honest, when you, uh, when I was free and when I have a lot of time, then I'd like to, uh, drive myself. And when I have no time and I try my best, try my best to get, uh, one place in a short time, then I use public transport. It helped me to get that place very easily.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic, and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: But, before that, uh, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk, and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes, I understand. I get all the things.\nExaminer: Perfect, thank you. I will now share the topic. Okay, so your one minute is now over and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: Yes, uh, the book which was most perfect for me and I recently read it was Silk. Silk is a special English language course in Badloon Educational Center at Hoost. Most of the time, I try my best and I hope I have this, uh, uh, to read it, uh, to learn it, and what, uh, and also, the book always support me to learn more things because they collect all the material which are both urgent and important for one speaker who want to be fluent in English, who want to be professional in their English, and... Uh, well, before I decided I read the book, I decided that I wish I, uh, learned all the things about the book, what are with- are in the books, and I, uh, decided to learn this book. It was very fantastic for me, and I read, and I, uh, from the reading of that book, I enjoyed quite, and also, I learned most of the things from the book, and also, uh, the book was, uh, all about, uh, grammar. Uh, because grammar is one of the most important part from, uh, for language. When you know about grammar, it means you know about all the language. Because grammar is, uh, something which tell you that, uh, how to use a word, and how to explain a sentence, where you should play, uh, explain a sentence, and in which kind of, uh, structure you should, uh, uh, use a sentence. Because, When something happen in the past, you should explain it in the past. When something happening right now, you should explain it right now. And also, when something happening in the future, you should, uh, explain it in the future. And also, uh, the most important thing that I like about that book is the...\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Thank you. Now, let's move on and talk about books and reading in a bit more detail. So, how important is reading for personal development?\nCandidate: To be honest, uh, it's one of the fantastic question, because when you want to be good in your professional growth, and you want to be, uh, develop, and you wish to develop your, uh, professional growth, you should be good at reading. Because without reading, you can't translate, you can't read, uh, uh, even the one sentence. When you are good at, uh, reading, it will help you to translate, it will help you to read the books, read- read the message, Read, the other thing, uh, reading, uh, is the best thing for professional good. Without reading, you're nothing and you can't do, uh, and you, even though you can't translate one sentence.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think young people today read more or less than previous generations?\nCandidate: Uh, to be honest, nowadays is most of the people try their best to read a lot of books. Because when you read a lot of books, it will help you to improve your growth, you will thinking and, uh, making decision because you will have, uh, enough information about one issue. Pretend I want to be a good Englishman. For becoming good Englishman, I should read, I should, uh, study, uh, every kind of book, like, uh, four main skills, reading, writing, and, uh, uh, speaking. You should, uh, read all the books that belongs to these four skills, because when you know about that, when you know about, uh, uh, when you study more and when you speak more, it will help you to grow your, uh, mind, it will help you to take a good decision, And also, uh, it will be better for you to, uh, grow to a professional, uh, career.\nExaminer: Okay. And how has technology influenced the way people read books?\nCandidate: Uh, technology provide many facilities for the people to study, uh, because when you have- when you don't have access to, uh, the physical books, you can read it in the technology, like, you can, uh, read it into, uh, Google, you can search the books, every kind of book you want, you can search it and you can read it very easily.\nExaminer: Okay, and what are, uh, some of the advantages of, uh, reading e-books?\nCandidate: Uh, starting off electronic books is, uh, uh, advantageful, is beneficial, because when you don't have access to, uh, physical books, you can plug in electronic books. Well, in my opinion, uh, from Electronical books, it will be better to study physical books, because it will- you should focus on the book, you should, uh, uh, have all the time the books with yourself. An internet or electronic book will, uh, a little bit, uh, not, uh, favorite or not, uh, as much fantastic for you as much as the others books like, and in my opinion, Uh, most of the time I like to, uh, read physical books, uh, uh, refer to, uh, electronic books.\nExaminer: Okay, and, uh, what are some of the disadvantages of, uh, electronic books or e-books?\nCandidate: Uh, to be honest, teacher, uh, most of the time, you will- you shouldn't, uh, access to the internet. When you don't have access to the internet, you can't read it. Because, uh, when you want to read it, you should have, uh, internet in your phone, in your mobile. Uh, it will be, uh, very hard for you that when, so, sometime you will face with a problem, uh, when you go to the, uh, area that, uh, it will be hard to access to the internet, then you can't, uh, you won't be able to study, uh, uh, electronic books.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. We've now come to the end of this speaking test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 53,
  "title": "053 - Band 7.5 IELTS Speaking interview (Perfect Pronunciation)",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello, and welcome to this practice exam conducted by the British American Resource Center. My name is Maruf, and I'm your practice examiner. These questions have been designed to simulate the R-speaking test. So, let's begin. What is your full name?\nCandidate: I'm Azmayanan Hiya. You can call me Hiya.\nExaminer: And where are you from?\nCandidate: I'm from Taka, Bangladesh. I'm currently living in Meepur, Duwesh.\nExaminer: Okay. At the beginning of the IELTS test, you'd be required to provide a passport or an ID, but as this is just a practice exam, you don't need to provide any ID or a passport. Now, in the first part of the test, I'm going to ask you some questions about yourself. What source of food do you like eating most?\nCandidate: I prefer spicy food over anything, because I have been having it for a very long time, and my mom is the main influence. Um, I prefer pizza or pasta any- anytime.\nExaminer: Okay. Who normally does the cooking in your house?\nCandidate: Our housemaid usually does the cooking in my house, because my mother lives in Cox's Bazaar, and she visits me only twice or thrice per month, so it's very hard for me and my sister to cook all by ourselves.\nExaminer: Do you watch cookery programs on TV?\nCandidate: I am not a big fan of cooking, however, I do like to watch shows with my sister, because I feel like I can learn a lot from it.\nExaminer: In general, do you prefer eating out or at home?\nCandidate: In general, I love eating outside with my sister because of the environment that we cannot get at home.\nExaminer: Okay, so this is the end of part one. Let's move on to part two. In this part, I'm going to give you a topic, and I'd like you to talk about it for one or two minutes. And before you talk, you have one minute to think about what you're going to say. So you can take notes if you wish. So here's the paper and pencil. Here's your cue card topic. I'd like you to describe a house or an apartment someone you know lives in. Uh, from now your time starts. Okay? I guess you're done? Remember, you have one or two minutes for this, so don't worry if I stop you. I'll tell you when the time is up. Would you please start now?\nCandidate: Yes. The house I would like to describe is owned by my grandfather. He has been living in this house over eight to nine years now. And I still remember all of my childhood memories in this house. I used to walk around and crawl from one- one room to another when my gran- grandmother was alive. The house is located in Panthapat. It's right beside Dhanmundi. I think it's very well known among people in Dhaka. The house has three bedrooms, one kitchen, and a huge, um, living room. I- I really love the living room because it is very big and it has many cabinets. And in the cabinets, my grandfather stored my old toys and stuffed animals that I like to look- look at. And it brings me all the memories that I have from the past. And one cabinet is- is made up, made for my gran- grandmother, who passed away due to cancer. I think this happened around four years back. And it- the cabinet consists of her valuable items. For example, she had this necklace on when she passed away, which is still stored, preciously, in the cabinet. I don't think there's anything I dislike about the house. However, if I could, I would definitely renovate the kitchen, because it became quite old now, and it needs a different outlook. And the favorite part about the house is the garden, which my grandmother made before she died. It has different kind of flowers and trees, and I feel like it connects me to her, and whenever I'm going through a hard time or a very depressing, um, time, I feel like I can go and rest over there. It's very- it's very relaxing, and sometimes I like to talk about different things with my grandfather in the garden.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much. May I have the pencil and the paper, please? Thank you. The cue card. Thank you. Let's move on to part three, and I have several questions in this part. What kinds of homes are most popular in your country?\nCandidate: In my country, I believe apartments are more popular among the people who are currently living in cities, whereas in villages, people live in houses made up of mud because they cannot afford- afford houses. Okay.\nExaminer: What do you think are the advantages of living in a house rather than an apartment?\nCandidate: I think living in a house gives you more freedom and flexibility. For example, living in an- in an apartment is pretty tough because you don't- you cannot renovate whenever you feel like it.\nExaminer: Right.\nCandidate: Especially when it comes to an apartment that you don't- that you do not own by- all by yourself. Whereas in a house, you can renovate it anytime soon. You can make a backyard or a garden\nExaminer: Do you think that everyone would like to live in a larger home?\nCandidate: If we do have the choice, yes. I- I think anyone would like to live in a larger home because we can simply make, uh, music or art studio or anything that we personally love.\nExaminer: How easy is it to find a place to live in your country?\nCandidate: It is moderately easy to find a place in my country. However, I feel like it is better and easier to find a house or an apartment in the city because it- people mostly live over there because of their job and their work.\nExaminer: Do you think it's better to buy or to rent a place to live in?\nCandidate: It varies from person to person, in my opinion, because if you're looking for something more permanent, I believe buying a house would be better for you. However, if you feel like you're going to move abroad or move out anytime soon, I think it's simply a waste of money.\nExaminer: Do you agree that there's a right age for young adults to stop living with their parents?\nCandidate: I do not think there is a certain age that we need to follow for us to move out of the house or stop living with our parents. We have been growing up with them for a very long time, and I believe if you want, you can still live with them. However, if you want to go for better opportunities or something else that relates to your studies or work, you can definitely move out anytime soon. But it does not require a certain age for you to do so.\nExaminer: Right. Thank you, Hia. This is the end of the speaking test. Thank you for joining me. Thanks. Thanks a lot.",
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  "serial": 54,
  "title": "054 - 2024 IELTS Speaking test band score 5.5 | Spot the grammar errors",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Now, in the first part of the test, I'm going to ask you some questions about yourself. Are you happy to be the age you are now?\nCandidate: Uh, right now it's quite difficult for me because sometimes I feel good, sometimes I feel bad. I was thinking sometimes my childhood is best for me, so maybe I'm not happy.\nExaminer: When you were a child, did you think much about your future?\nCandidate: Mmm, no. Uh, when I was child, my parents thinking about my future, my mother is look after me. So, I didn't think about my future that time.\nExaminer: Do you think you have changed as you have got older?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, I am change, and day by day, I'm growing, uh, build up myself, uh, cause when I was, as I said, when I was a child, I didn't think my future, but right now, I think about my future, and, uh, I start growing, um, build up myself.\nExaminer: What are some of the benefits of getting older?\nCandidate: I don't think, say, some of the- any kind of benefits getting older, cause, uh, as I think, um, when I was, uh, uh, stay in school life, uh, that time is, uh, uh, quite interesting for me, and, uh, then, uh, I'm starting my college life, and, uh, that time is, oh my god, I can do anything. But, uh, when I end up my university life, I genuinely feel I have lots of responsibility. So, I think, uh, day by day, getting older, there have been, uh, nothing benefits, or other- on the other hand, uh, lots of responsibility, um, I feel, uh, there are lots of responsibility, and it's, um, quite, like, heavy. So, feel like student life or, uh, child- child- children life is the best time.\nExaminer: So, what are some of the challenges of getting older?\nCandidate: Uh, as I told, uh, the challenges is, like, uh, when I passed my college, uh, uh, life and end of the university life, and then I came up, um, right now, my, uh, jobbing life, uh, job, as I am a job holder, starting my job, uh, job new life, and, uh, this is, um, Uh, quite of, uh, something new for me, and there are lots of responsibility for me, as I am only one daughter, so I feel, uh, I have lots of responsibility, and, uh, um, I can- I can surviving day by day, and I should be handle it.\nExaminer: What would be different about your life in the future?\nCandidate: Uh, future planning, uh, change is divided. As when I was a child, I feel, uh, the world is easy for me. But right now, I feel, uh, there are nothing, uh, too much easy, because everything is difficult for me. Uh, when I start my job, like, there are lots of duty and, uh, divide, I feel, um, to my own necessary things, buying for my own earning money. So, I feel, um, there are lots of challenges and lots of, uh, difficulties for me.\nExaminer: Okay, this is the end of part one. Let's move on to part two. And in this part, I'm going to give you a topic and you have to talk about for one or two minutes. And before you talk, you will have one minute to think about what you're going to say. You can take notes if you wish. Here's the paper, and the pencil, and here's your cue card. You have to describe a time when you started using a new technological devices. From now, your time starts. Your time is up. Remember, you have one or two minutes for this, so don't worry if I stop you. Would you please start now?\nCandidate: Okay, thank you. Uh, so, the, um, technological device, uh, what I use, it was my cell phone, and, um, I really feel it is, uh, easy to use, and, uh, why it easy to use? Because of, uh, I can easily connect with people, um, there have, uh, lots of people on my social media, and, uh, Uh, when I need them, I can easily contact with them by my, uh, cell phone. And, uh, sometimes, um, I feel, uh, uh, faced two problems. There have, uh, like, um, uh, my prepaid card, uh, balance is end up, and my mobile data, uh, is end up. So that time, uh, that... Few- few times, and not- not at the, uh, every time, um, sometimes I feel, uh, these two problems. Other- other hand, um, mobile phone is, uh, very, uh, helpful to me, because I can easily work with it, um, when I feel bored, it can entertain me, uh, I can seeing- I can watching movies, I can, uh, hearing, uh, any kind of music, uh, and, um, there are lots of app like, uh, Facebook, like, Twitter, Skype, Instagram, and WhatsApp. I can talk easily with my parents and connect with my friends. And, uh, doing work on my, uh, home, uh, in the helping by, uh, this technology, mobile phone. So, I feel- I feel it, uh, mobile phone is, uh, um, so many ways to help me. That's it. Thank you.\nExaminer: Thank you very much. May I have the pencil and the paper, please? Let's move on to part three, and I have several questions in this part. What is the best age for children to start computer lessons?\nCandidate: Well, when I was start to, uh, computer lesson that time, um, I'm only, um, 12 years old and, um, uh, I'm study on class 6. So, uh, in my opinion, I feel, um, uh, in the, uh, 12 or, uh, 14 is the right time to learning study because that time, Students, uh, are, uh, should, um, uh, more be, uh, curious about, um, uh, learning new things. So, they can, that time, easily handle any kind of things. And, um, their brain, uh, that time is so- so sharp. So, they can easily, um, learning by the computer. So, 12 or 14 is the best time for learning computers.\nExaminer: Do you think that schools should use more technology to help students learn?\nCandidate: Yes, I think, uh, schools should, um, use more technology for students learn because of, uh, the way the technology is improving. And right now, if we notice, so, Primary school also used by technology and they can improve their students, um, mental health and also improving their student, um, results. Uh, so, uh, this technology, uh, should be helping, uh, the students more, uh, more, uh, so people and also teachers and also school can, uh, use this, uh, technology.\nExaminer: Thank you. Do you agree or disagree that computers will replace teachers one day?\nCandidate: Um, I'm strongly feel it, um, in future, computer can replace teacher. Because of, uh, if you notice right now, so students, uh, stay with more, uh, time, uh, their own computers.\nExaminer: Okay. How much has technology improved how we communicate with each other?\nCandidate: Technology improved day by day, and, uh, people can learn lot of, uh, things with technology. So, technology, uh, uh, technology grew up, and, um, uh, people can, uh, also help by, uh, the technology. Using, uh, using the technology. So, I feel it, um, in future, um, human and technology are attached with each other. So, yes, it's, um, mmm, so much helping with us.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you agree that there are still many more major technological innovations to be made?\nCandidate: Uh, I think, uh, yes, there have, uh, still lots of innovation of technology waiting for us, because of, still I am waiting for, uh, the flying, uh, sky-flying car, cause is- is still, um, uh, waiting to innovation. And, uh, in future, maybe we can easily, uh, decorate our home design, just, uh, click by our one touch. And it's all about by technology, so I can say that, yes, still we are waiting. Technology innovated lots of thing in future.\nExaminer: Could you suggest that why some people are reducing their use of technology?\nCandidate: Uh, if I set a real example, so I can, um, I can telling about my father, uh, he- he's a businessman, and he used her laptop, uh, so many times, like, uh, hours, um, and, uh, sometimes I genuinely feel, uh, he had no time for me. So, uh, maybe technology can, um, uh, people, uh, attracted with them, busy for doing any kind of work, and they, uh, ever to their family, and also, uh, they forget to, uh, take care of their mental health, because of, uh, technology also, um, also destroyed our mental health cause- cause, Uh, when we spend lot of time with, uh, technology, that time we forget, uh, on our, um, um, personal, uh, personal life. So, maybe, uh, this of the, uh, main point of the reason, uh, people reduce to technology.\nExaminer: Thank you very much. Thank you, Angelica, for joining us. Thanks a lot.\nCandidate: Thank you.",
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  "serial": 55,
  "title": "055 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 5 | Mock Test | Bangladeshi Student 🇧🇩",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good afternoon. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My full name is Sophia Khatun Moni. You can address me with my last name, Moni.\nExaminer: Thank you, Moni. Now, in the first part of this test, I will ask you questions about yourself. So, what is your favourite subject to study?\nCandidate: My favourite subject is, uh, about environment and, uh, that's why I chose, uh, for graduation as my major is botany.\nExaminer: Okay, and did you enjoy school as a child? And, uh, did you enjoy school as a child?\nCandidate: Yes, uh, school was one of my favorite part of my childhood. Uh, I enjoyed it very much. Uh, there, I met with a lot of friends, and the teacher was very much helpful for me, and, uh, the session of studies are very, very much helpful for me, and I can remember all the things about my school life.\nExaminer: Okay, um, and what kind of teacher do you think is the best?\nCandidate: Uh, those teachers who are, uh, help- who are capable to help the students, they can read their students' mind in which way they can, uh, able to learn all the things, uh, and they can adapt all the session, uh, the- which the pro- teachers are provided. Um, I think, uh, those teachers are the best because they are\nExaminer: Okay. Now, let's talk about travelling. Do you like travelling?\nCandidate: Uh, to be honest, I'm fanatic about traveling. Whenever I get a little leisure time, um, most probably it could be a holiday. I go with my friends and family. I don't never miss- I didn't never miss any chance to go holidays. And I have a plan to go, uh, Sajak Valley, uh, in next week.\nExaminer: Okay, and is there a place you would like to visit in the future?\nCandidate: Uh, in future, I would like to visit Saint Martin, because it is the- one of the most famous, uh, island for- in Bangladesh. And, uh, I have a, uh, I have so many information, and I want to visit this island, uh, because it has, um, it is surrounded by the, uh, Bangkapur Sagar, and, uh, Uh, the creature, uh, the, uh, sea creature, and, uh, the, uh, seaside, and the environment, the beach, and the local are very much helpful, and, uh, this is very much, uh, interesting to- among all the people, and I also wish to be visit as early as possible.\nExaminer: Thank you. Now, let's talk about technology. How often do you use technology?\nCandidate: Uh, by the blessing of, uh, technology, uh, and we are living in cutting-edge era, uh, we cannot think a single day without technology. Uh, right now, I am, uh, practicing, uh, my IELTS speaking session through my mobile, and it is also a, uh, miracle of technology.\nExaminer: Thank you. And, uh, what type of technology do you use the most?\nCandidate: Uh, I use, uh, different types of technology every day. Some are very much useful, uh, and helpful for my kitchen section, and some is for entertainment section. Uh, for example, in kitchen, I use, uh, grinder machine and, uh, sometimes oven. And, uh, I- on- for technology, uh, for communication, I use technology like mobile phone, uh, tabloid, Computer, this is very much, uh, helpful for me and I always, uh, prefer to use these types of technology.\nExaminer: Thank you. Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Thank you. So I will share the topic with you now.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Your one minute is now over and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: Uh, for entertainment purpose, I usually read, uh, some books, and, um, but I prefer to watch movie, and, uh, I'm talking about one movie named Three Idiots, uh, which I, first time I watched when I, uh, I was nine standard students, and that time it released, and, uh, it was a big, it, uh, made a big issue among the country, and, um, I was, uh, I was able to watch it, and the message of this film was, um, about, uh, choosing career, um, Every people have talent, but, uh, they cannot, uh, choose their career, uh, with, uh, through their talent. Um, our, uh, I- I watched this movie with my siblings, uh, my younger sister, and we are, uh, Thrive with the emotion with the message, uh, of this, uh, movie. Uh, the- the message was, uh, uh, the message from this movie was, uh, about, uh, choosing career, and, uh, parents should be understandable, uh, about their children, uh, Which, uh, sector their children can be shining their future and, uh, their parents obviously should understand their children's emotion and, uh, children should also judge their parents' emotion and their expectation, uh, and, uh, By- by balancing both things, they should choose their career and, uh, career also be related with their future, their financial expectation, uh, how the way they can earn money and their family, they can provide their family with this, uh, money, and, um, parents should not be, um, uh, give pressure to their children, uh, about this, and, um, this is very much helpful.\nExaminer: Thank you. Now, uh, let's move on and talk about entertainment and media in a bit more detail. So, why do people enjoy reading books?\nCandidate: Uh, books are the storehouse of knowledge. Uh, by reading books, they can enhance their knowledge. Uh, people read, uh, academic book, uh, and, uh, novel book for their entertainment. Academic book are very much helpful for enhancing knowledge and, uh, students can, uh, obtain a certificate which, uh, provides their career path easier. And, uh, by novel books, people learn about life. There, uh, they can, uh, go, uh, through the imagination, uh, of the novels. And, uh, some research books are helpful to- for students and, uh, general people for knowing the technology and, uh, the nearest future of our world, uh, how could we survive, how- what to do with environment and so many things. And, uh, books are really, Relatable for enhancing knowledge.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. And do you think, uh, books are more popular than movies?\nCandidate: Uh... Uh, I don't think so because, uh, people in the past days, people love to read books and, uh, they love to, um, use their imagination. Uh, but recent days, uh, movies are the one types of things which, uh, make the vision of their imagination. People, uh, now people don't like to imagine by, uh, close their eyes, but they want to open their eyes and, uh, love to drive with the flow of the story, uh, the music, the story, the entertainment purpose, the comedy, everything people enjoy, um, True movie. And it is, uh, the, uh, recent entertainment source for people, and, uh, and, uh, it, uh, people can enjoy, uh, watching movie with groups of friends, uh, and, uh, family, but, uh, one book cannot read with a group, uh, books, uh, need to be read alone and silently, but people love crowd. That's why they are crazy about movie.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think people spend too much time on entertainment?\nCandidate: Yes. Uh, recent days, people, uh, are going crazy about entertainment. They are not, uh, Think about, uh, their career, their life, their future, uh, they are just running about entertainment, they want to laugh, they think their life, their rules, but, uh, it is not, should be, uh, for every people, they should be cautious about their future because, um, only entertainment cannot bring something, um, Beneficial or, uh, something beneficial for their life. Uh, they should be learn about their work also and, uh, it will, uh, also improve their future.\nExaminer: Okay. And how can media influence people's opinions?\nCandidate: Media is, uh, the only which is responsible for a connection with people and, uh, some other media. Um... Like, entertainment, news, and everything. Uh, media is the, uh, doing, uh, if media do these things, uh, in right way, people will obviously provoke by them to know about, uh, entertainment, uh, music, or concerts, sports, or some business-related news, political, everything. Um, media is the only, uh, The way for, uh, representing any kind of things and people are, uh, day by day, uh, going dependent on media, uh, for all types of news.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much. We've now come to the end of this test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 56,
  "title": "056 - IELTS speaking test band score 7",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good evening. Welcome to IBM IELTS Academy. This is the speaking section of your IELTS test. It may take about 15 minutes, and I will ask you some questions in three parts. Is that okay?\nCandidate: Yes. Thank you. Okay.\nExaminer: Examiner is Sarah Parker. Examiner number is 23589. Candidate is Denis Kaya. And candidate number is 13583. Can you please, uh, tell me your full name?\nCandidate: Uh, yes. My name is Denis Kaya.\nExaminer: Okay, may I see your ID card?\nCandidate: Yes, here you are.\nExaminer: So, where are you from?\nCandidate: Well, I'm from Istanbul, Turkey.\nExaminer: Do you work or study?\nCandidate: No, I'm a student. I'm studying in high school, and in about two years, I will be attending university.\nExaminer: Do you prefer private transportation or public transportation?\nCandidate: Uh, well, it depends. Uh, sometimes, uh, when I'm not in a hurry or I'm not in haste, uh, well, uh, I would like to use public transportation for various reasons. Well, uh, first is that they are cheaper and, uh, easy to use and they are available everywhere. And I can reach easily where- wherever that I want to go. But, uh, when I'm in hurry and I want to, um, uh, be in somewhere, uh, very fast, well, I have to use pop- uh, private transportation because, um, it's faster and, um, it's, um, more, um, easily, yes, easily.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. What is the most popular mood of transportation in your downtown?\nCandidate: Uh, well, um, as I know, people mostly try to use, um, bus or, uh, maybe train, but, uh, I think that bus is the most common one in, uh, my downtown because it has a station in various places and, well, um, uh, it's even, uh, easier to use rather than, uh, train.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Is it easy to travel by bus in your nation?\nCandidate: Um, yes, that is, because, uh, well, um, as I said, it has many different, um, stations in different parts of the city, and also, um, the price is very low, and it's, um, usable for different people, I mean, the ones that can afford bus. And, uh, because the price is low, it's, uh, affordable for everyone, and it's easy to use. Okay.\nExaminer: Is it popular in your country to travel to work?\nCandidate: Um, well, I've seen a few people to travel in order to work in other countries or maybe cities, but, uh, I think that people mostly prefer- prefer to, uh, stay in their own city or country, and, uh, one of the, uh, most, uh, common reasons is that, uh, my city, um, a lot of tourists, uh, come to my city and my country, uh, every year, And, well, uh, there are different, uh, travel agencies in my, um, country, and, well, it's easier for them to work in their own country rather than, uh, going to other countries. But some of them may travel to other countries for a better work, yes.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Uh, what do you think, uh, what means of transportation will become the most popular in your country in the future?\nCandidate: Well, probably, um, trains, uh, because, uh, well, they are faster than buses and, uh, they are, um, well, um, I think that the cooler system and, uh, the whole, um, Uh, system in order to reach that train is, uh, much easier than buses. And also, um, well, you can, uh, reach the place that you want, uh, faster than buses. Uh, but, um, it needs a lot of effort, uh, for the government and all those in, um, um, power. I mean, uh, those, um, the people, uh, who are, uh, in control. And, well, they have to, uh, work very hard in order to make that, uh, usable for other people.\nExaminer: Okay. So, now I'll give you a cue card. You have one minute to think about it and take a note. After that, you may talk around, uh, two minutes. Is that clear?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Okay. Here is the question, and you can take a note here. Here you go. Thank you. Okay.\nCandidate: Okay. Thank you. Uh, well, last year, I visited Dubai with my family, and, uh, we stayed in a hotel called Rex's Premium, which is one of the most famous hotels in, uh, Dubai, and, well, I liked that country, uh, that city very much, uh, although the prices were, uh, astronomical, and, uh, well, it was really hard, uh, to pay for everything, uh, but... Well, um, there were very- a lot of entertainments for us, um, Turkish people, because, um, they have a whole different, um, religion than us, and although I don't like, uh, Arabic countries, but, uh, Although I don't like Arabic countries, Dubai was one of the best ones. And, um, we visited many places. Uh, there are very, uh, there are not much, um, ancient places in Dubai, but there are a lot of, um, um, places, uh, in order to entertain you, such as, uh, water parks or maybe concerts. And, um, also, uh, one of the most important, uh, parts of, uh, the city is called, um, Uh, Dubai down- Dubai down- Dubai downtown. And, um, there is a, um, tower located in that, which is called, um, um, Khalifa Tower. And, uh, it's a, um, a residence place for a lot of, uh, billionaires and millionaires in Dubai. And it's really beautiful. Uh, there is an elevator, uh, which is made of glass. And when you are going up, um, off that, uh, elevator, you can, uh, see the whole city, um, under your, uh, feet. And, uh, well, um, it was, um, uh, very different from, uh, my country because, uh, my country is, um, um, mostly full of tourists every month or year. But, uh, they were, uh, mainly, uh, their own, um, original people. They were, um, mostly, um, Arabic. And also, um, they were, um, their faces and, uh, well, the people were, uh, completely different from ours. And, um... Um, although that trip cost me an arm and a leg, but, uh, I had a great time, and it was very, um, elegant, yes.\nExaminer: Okay. In your opinion, what makes the city comfortable for life?\nCandidate: Uh, well, there are, uh, various, uh, reasons for that. For example, one of them is that, uh, the city, um, has to be, um, um, has to have, uh, enough facilities for those, um, people who are living there. For example, hospital, um, maybe, uh, some restaurants, uh, some, um, shopping malls, and everything that is needed for a, uh, person in order to live in that city. And also, universities and, um, well, the, um, well, um, a good educational system. And, uh, the other one is, um, highly, um, performed, um, well, no, a- a good, uh, transport system, uh, such as, uh, enough buses or, um, Maybe trains or even cars and taxis in order to, uh, travel easily in the city. And, uh, well, the city also has to have a good, uh, weather. I mean, um, I would mostly prefer a four-season, uh, country because you can find a range of, uh, different kinds of weathers, such as warm and snowy and everything. And, uh, well, uh, there, that's all. Okay.\nExaminer: What are the benefits of living in the city?\nCandidate: I think the most, um, common benefit is that, uh, you will have, um, you- you can reach, um, other places easily, and, well, it's, uh, it's more, um, Um, it- there are more, um, well, for example, offices and, um, institutions rather than, for example, villages, or, um, well, for example, you can- there are more, uh, universities or hospitals, and, well, by a call, you can, Uh, call the ambulance if, uh, there's an emergency, but in villages, well, it's much harder because, uh, there are not much hospitals or, um, well, pharmacies, and, uh, it's very hard in- when you are sick, and, uh, well, about the universities and the, uh, educational system, it's, uh, much lower than the city.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. What are the merits and, uh, demerits to living in the city?\nCandidate: Well, I think one of the most, um, one of the most common disadvantages is that, um, the pollution. One of the most common disadvantages is pollution. Uh, for example, um, I have heard a lot of cities in different countries that are, I think it's really hard to reach wherever you want to go. But about advantages, I can mention, um, well, uh, um, having, um, um, good foods, uh, to eat, um, having, uh, clean and pure water. And, uh, well, it's, I- I think one of the most important, uh, things. And also, uh, being able to, uh, reach everything easily. Although there's a traffic, but, um, you can reach, um, at least, um, those things that you are in need of easily.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. How can governments improve living standards in, uh, cities?\nCandidate: Uh, well, they have to manage, uh, different things, uh, first, uh, by, uh, trying to improve those who work for, uh, for example, um, those managers that are working for a factory or a company or an office, because the managers are the ones that are in power. And, well, uh, by their order, everything- everything will change. For example, in a factory, if that manager tries to control everything well, They will work well, and there will be, for example, better products that are made, or, uh, the city will be less fluted by, um, for example, uh, doing those interactions well. And, um, well, first of all, by fi- uh, hiring, um, Um, good ones, um, hiring and firing the good and bad ones, and, well, uh, the other one is to manage, um, people. I mean, they have to teach people how to, for example, take care of their water, uh, because as you may know, um, the water- the water is, um, going down in a lot of countries day by day, and people need to understand how to use, uh, water, Um, um, adequately, and, well, uh, they have to be, uh, teached. And, um, well, that's it, I think.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. So, you mean education and hiring, um, you know, good ones?\nCandidate: Probably, yes.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. How can people improve the air quality in the city?\nCandidate: Uh, there are different, um, possibilities, uh, possible choices. For example, uh, first by using public transportation rather than private transportation or their own cars when they are not in haste or hurry, uh, because as we all know, uh, public transportation is, um, prob- is usable for more, uh, than one people or two, and will, um, it probably, uh, makes, um, uh, less gas than, um, The normal, uh, cars. And the other one is to not to take out, um, their cars, um, whenever they want to, for example, go somewhere, um, with their friends or maybe families. For example, they can call their friends and families to join them in their house and then go together. And not to, for example, pick their own car and just drive it somewhere. And also try to, Avoid, um, going out when the streets are very, um, there's traffic. And also they can use bicycles because I think they are one of the best things in order to use when you want to go somewhere.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. Thank you. That is the end of your speaking test.\nCandidate: Thanks.",
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  "serial": 57,
  "title": "057 - Band 9 IELTS Speaking Interview (Anika vs Fatin: Round 1)",
  "transcription": "Examiner: So, Anika and Fatin, are you ready?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: So let's get started. My first question is, what type of music do you like to listen to? Okay, Anika, would you please?\nCandidate: Um, I'm not a big music listener, but sometimes I do like to listen to music. For example, I like Bangla folk songs sometimes, and then I also like to listen to, um, 50s classics. If I talk about present-time artists, then I like Aurora and Joji.\nExaminer: Fatin, would you please start?\nCandidate: Well, for me, I'm not, uh, that much into music as well, but, uh, only, I guess, while working or training, I listen to mostly, uh, hip-hop, and if I talk about the old music, then the 80s hip-hop, and a few metal songs. Right now, I don't have a specific band on mind, but if I talk about them, I would say Iron Maiden. They're my favorite.\nExaminer: Second question is, at what times of day do you like to listen to music? Okay, Fatin, please.\nCandidate: Mostly, it fits at night, or, I guess, there's no specific timetable for it. But, yeah, uh, I guess in the afternoon, while I'm working, or I'm just, uh, somewhere, taking a walk, or in long drives, I guess, that part of the day, or mostly at night. It's quiet, so, yeah. That is the time I listen to music.\nExaminer: Okay, Anika, it's your turn.\nCandidate: Well, like I mentioned earlier, it's not- listening to music is not a part of my daily routine, but sometimes when I do listen to music, I think, yeah, I think it's mostly at- during the night, or also during the evenings when I'm, like, having a cup of tea or trying to relax.\nExaminer: Did you learn to play a musical instrument when you were a child? Uh, you, please. Okay.\nCandidate: So, I didn't learn to play any specific instrument, because, as I said, not that much into music, but it's depending on the times. But, uh, for specifics, I've learned drums, actually, but, uh, that was on my own. For, uh, use- I- I still, like, play on the drum- drums, so that freehand style helped me a lot through understanding that one instrument. That's all.\nExaminer: Okay, Anika?\nCandidate: Um, for me, um, right now, I don't really play any instruments, but when I was younger, I- the- the first instrument that I learned to play is a harmonium, and then after that, I tried guitar for a bit, for like around two months, and then I tried learning the violin, which I'm still trying to learn.\nExaminer: Okay, the next question is, do you think all children should learn to play a musical instrument? Yes, Anika?\nCandidate: I think it depends. Uh, music does help a child, um, grow, and it does help to develop their brain, but I don't think every child needs to learn to play music. There are alternatives to it as well. Um, but I think playing one instrument could help their, um, recognitions and could help them, uh, grow faster. Okay.\nExaminer: And you, Fatin?\nCandidate: Well, uh, I guess I think the more or less in the same way, because playing a specific instrument doesn't mean you have to play, it has to be an instrument, musical instrument, can be something else, of course. But, yes, in a way, it just, you know, relaxes the mind, so, it increases the focus, I guess, that's also a big part of it. So, yeah, it's also up to the child itself, and also their parents as well, if they want to teach their children any musical instrument. Then, yes, of course. If they're not, then, no.\nExaminer: So, this is the end of the part one. Let's move on to part two. Uh, you have to describe a shop near where you live that you use sometimes. Um, Tanvi, would you please give them the cue card and the pencil and the pen? Please. Thank you. Please. So your time is up, and who would like to start first?\nCandidate: I can go first.\nExaminer: Please, Danika.\nCandidate: Okay. So, a shop near where I live is called CSD, which stands for Canteen Stores and Department. Um, it has a super shop, there's a cafe there as well, and there's also pharmacies there. So, in this shop, there are a lot of items, and it is, uh, since it is very close to where I live, it is very convenient for me to just walk there and grab what I want. Um, there are groceries in here, you can buy, uh, rice, you can buy, uh, meat and fish as well. There are snacks too, you can al- along with all those things, you can also buy cosmetic items from here. Um, this, uh, shop is a large hall, and, uh, each sections are divided into different aisles, and all those aisles are tagged so that it is easier for you to navigate throughout the shop. Um, the shop is near, uh, the shop is located in Maple DoHS, um, and I use the shop, uh, for my daily necessities. I also use it- use- use it to grab a quick lunch if I want in the cafe. Um, sometimes if I need medicines, I use this shop as well.\nExaminer: Okay, awesome. Fatin, would you please start?\nCandidate: Okay, so, the shop that I mostly use, it's actually two blocks away from my home, and as I live at Uttara, it's a very distant place from every single sound and noises, but it also is distant from most stores and shops, that's why It's convenient for me to go there, so it's a convenient- it's a grocery shop, but it also has a medicine- medicine shop just at the opposite of it, and they provide a service that's, uh, very useful in case of emergencies because they have an online transit option, So, the money transfer, if in any emergency cases, I can withdraw the money from there, or I can send it. So, that's a very helpful option for me, and it's actually quite big, and it doesn't take up more places than, uh, one and a half block. It's, uh, spacious, and it's arranged, because you don't usually see this kind of local stores that much arranged, but it is very arranged. And I like to go there because it's accessible from my home, and it's a short distance, and it, uh, more or less, uh, provides all the things I need, and it fulfills every single demand. So in a quick emergency situation, I can just go down and I can just get my things from there. And their service are very, uh, A-graded, and they're quite helpful. So, yeah. So, thank you very much.\nExaminer: This is the end of part two. Would you please give it back to Tanvir?\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Let's move on to part three, and I have several questions in this part. First question is, why do some people want to start their own business? Fatin.\nCandidate: Nowadays, it's like a trend to start your own business, like entrepreneurship, because people think that starting, you know, you can be the boss of your own. So this concept actually grabbing everybody's mind. So they're more interested in or invested into starting something new from scratch, which is good, but also it has its negative points as well. Because the perks you see as a boss from a company, you can not see them as a service holder from the same company. But people get a lot of perspective when they start a business. And, you know, seeing the world from a different view, like that luxurious lifestyle that can come from owning a business, or that title, that sense of responsibility or the sense of idealment is very in reach in between people right now. That's why they use it.\nExaminer: Okay. Okay, so Anika, it's your turn.\nCandidate: Yeah. I think nowadays people are, uh, moving toward being more self-dependent. They want to rely on themselves more, I think. Uh, that's one of the reasons why people are starting their own business. For example, I too would like to have my own business one day, and I think the reason for me, personally, is that, um, I would like to- I would like to, um, you know, not really have anyone tell me what to do. I would- I can do whatever I want. And I think that is also a reason for a lot of people why they wanna do it themselves. Also, um, I think making money is also one of the big reasons. Um, now the employment market is probably not that good, so people are trying to be, you know, entrepreneurs and, um, sell- create employment for other people.\nExaminer: Okay. My next question is, are there any disadvantages of running a business? Yes, Anika, please.\nCandidate: Well, yes, I think there are several disadvantages of running a business. For example, first of all, I would like to talk about work-life balance. So when you work for somebody, I think you go to office and you do it, and then you come back home and that's done, but When you are a business person, the office is in your head. So you're, like, at work all day. So there may be some difficulties, uh, for the work-life balance. Along with that, I think, um, it is- it is- it is not a very easy thing to do. It is a very challenging thing to do. Um, starting a business, um, on your own, it- it takes a lot of courage. It takes a lot of hard work. And it also takes a lot of, um, networking as well. You have to engage with a lot of people, which is not a very easy thing to do. So, yeah, I think it does come with its own challenges.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay, uh, Fatin, would you please?\nCandidate: Yes, well, I have more or less the same points as Anika, because... Starting a business requires a certain amount of perspective and a certain amount of mindset. But with that, there are some disadvantages as well. But the three most disadvantages that I- you can see every single places are time management and the marketing area and also the commitment. Because with time, they have to manage the time that they have to take a deal or fulfill a certain amount of, uh, their ratio of work or the output at a certain time. And in case of marketing, they have to, yes, as, uh, it's been already said that networking is very important. But the level of marketing right now is, uh, very, you know, it's very challenging. So, you have to come up with new ideas every single day or almost every single minute to generate a business. And the last one, commitment, because nowadays it's pretty hard to find you, you know, to run a business, you need commitment from your people or you need commitment from the, uh, your staff as well. So that's also very hard to find right now. So these are the, uh, most challenging phases that people are facing right now.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. The last question is, what are the most important qualities a good businessman needs to have? Yes, you please.\nCandidate: To start a business or being someone who owns a business, they need actually three things, once again. They need the sense of accomplishment, they need their willpower, and they need to have time management. Um, starting from the bottom, I would say that time management, because they need to understand how to utilize their time, not just, I have to finish my task, no. They have to finish the task with a certain responsibility and a certain, you know, fabricating it, and also refurbish your work. So, it's a polished work done. And the second one is, they have to be committed to what they're doing. They have to understand that, yes, if I'm gonna do it, Then it has to be done in a sensible way, and it has to be approached in a more clean way. And the third one is the sensible, the, uh, sense of responsibility, coming with the commitment as well, because without commitment, time management, you cannot do this, uh, do any kind of job, especially in running your own business. But having a sense of accomplishment that, yes, I don't have to take the extra pressure, or don't stress about everything. Keep an open mind and walk, so that's a part of it.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Uh, Anika, it's your turn.\nCandidate: Yeah. So I think the most important quality that a businessman needs, I think it's resilience. Because a lot of hurdles comes along when you start a business. So it is very important to stick to your goal and just have one fixed mindset that you are going to accomplish something. So I think resilience is a very important, uh, uh, characteristic. Along with that, I think it is very important for a business person, uh, to be generous as well. I- it's, uh, I think nowadays, uh, our world has become very commercial. But I think if you have to have a good business, you have to give as well. It is very important that you provide, uh, a good service. Along with that, um, if you want help from somebody, because without help, It is not possible to have a successful business. You have to help others as well. So there's that. And, um, another thing I think is, um, yeah, like, um, I- I think it is, um, you have to stick to your goal, and it is very important that you have a ha- you are optimistic, and you do not, um, get saddened, or you do not lose your hope if hurdles come along.\nExaminer: Thank you, Fatin and Anika, for joining us. Thank you very much, and good luck to you.\nCandidate: Thanks for having us.",
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  "serial": 58,
  "title": "058 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 7.5 | Mock Test | Indian Student 🇮🇳",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good evening, my name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Hello Brick, my name is Jadeep Sharma.\nExaminer: Thank you, and what should I call you today?\nCandidate: Yeah, you can call me Jay.\nExaminer: Thank you, Jay. Now, in this first part of the test, I will ask you some questions about yourself. So, what is your favourite type of food?\nCandidate: Yeah, I love spicy food, basically. I'm from, uh, rich heritage India, and in India, most of the people like to eat spicy food. That's the thing which, uh, make us, uh, very, uh, foodie, I would say. So, I- I would prefer spicier.\nExaminer: Okay. And, do you prefer eating at home or dining out?\nCandidate: Uh, basically, it's depend on the scenario. I like the both, but, uh, if I find myself, uh, I find myself inclined towards eating at home because, uh, I recently got married and post-married. I find that my wife is a very good cook. She cooked very delicious disease, uh, dishes for me, which I love to eat and, Uh, at home you can, uh, spend quality time with your loved ones as well, so I prefer to eat at home rather than going out.\nExaminer: Thank you. And, uh, how often do you try new foods?\nCandidate: Uh, yeah, in India, we have lots of options to eat, uh, even, uh, at home or outside. I usually try twice a week new dishes, and I'm a vegetarian, and, uh, in India, you can find a lot of options for the vegetarians as well, like the, uh, paneer tikka, and, uh, uh, paneer tikka, kadhi chawal, and rajma chawal. All these are the dishes which, uh, usually Indians eat.\nExaminer: Okay, now let's talk about fitness. So, how often do you exercise or play sports?\nCandidate: Yeah. Uh, before marriage, I used to take, uh, five days a week in, uh, to- to hit the gym. But post-marriage, I have some, uh, responsibilities through, uh, which makes me, uh, very difficult to tackle with the, uh, work-life balance and my fitness. So, now, I, uh, hit the gym two- twice a week. Uh, that's very, uh, that's not a, uh, good number of days a person should, uh, do the physical activities and all. But, uh, in the era, uh, where we are, uh, we are dependent over the technology, so, we should give credence to the, uh, fitness, and everyone should take or participate in the physical activities to, uh, make themselves or keep themselves well, uh, well, and... Healthy. So living a healthy lifestyle is a good, uh, for every individuals. It keeps you, uh, away from the hospitals and please, uh, add some fruit to your diet. That's the thing. That's the message. And, uh, I also try to add some protein in my diet as well.\nExaminer: Okay. And, uh, what type of exercise do you enjoy the most?\nCandidate: Yeah, I love, uh, weightlifting exercises, uh, that take, uh, your, uh, less time and give you the, uh, maximum output. So, uh, while you're performing the weightlifting exercises, that's, uh, that exercise give you the strength and the endurance to perform the certain, uh, task as well. So, uh, weight lift, uh, weight lifting, uh, exercises are more preferable for me rather than the, you know, like aerobics or doing some cross trainings. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, now let's talk about, uh, health. So, how do you usually take care of your health?\nCandidate: Yeah, my health routine is not, uh, so good, but I keep myself hydrated, uh, as possible as I can, and Uh, I try to coordinate with my wife who's cooking food for me. Uh, we try to add more proteins in the diet to make the nutritious diet as well. So, uh, uh, I, uh, when I was, when I'm in office, I, uh, used to walk, uh, at least three to four kilometers where, uh, post dinner or post lunch with my colleagues and over the walk, we have a very productive talks as well. So that's how I keep my body, uh, healthy and, uh, fit.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you visit the doctor regularly?\nCandidate: Yeah, uh, in the past two months, I experienced the health, uh, uh, my health got declined due to some symptoms. So, I frequently visit at the doctors to, uh, give- to check my full body checkup. So, that probably helped me or alert me if I'm prone to any disease or can say, Uh, if I'm at the borderline of, uh, some disease like diabetes is very, uh, uh, very increased, uh, the number of diabetic patients are very increasing nowadays. So to keep myself healthy, I usually visit at the, uh, doctor's, uh, doctor clinic. That, uh, that's very, uh, good thing which I, uh, I think a person should do.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yeah, sure.\nExaminer: Perfect. So, I will now share the topic. So, your one minute starts now. Okay, so your one minute is now over, and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: Yeah, thank you for the opportunity to inter- to speak over the topic. This is a very interesting topic, and the person which I admire the most is my grandfather. And, uh, why I admire, uh, why I admire is that, uh, he's a, uh, why he's famous in my town is that he's a politician, and he worked for the, well, uh, for the betterment of the society, and to, Uh, help the needy person as well. So, the things which I admire, uh, from him is that he's very honest and helping and to, uh, down to the earth. Uh, he always tried to push himself, uh, to the limits to, uh, go to the extent to help people to improve the locality in terms of cleanliness and, uh, to maintaining the hygiene in the, uh, area. Uh, and the road safety as well. So, these are the things which I admire from him. And, uh, the- why, uh, I'm- whenever I'm- I'm sitting with him, I got some inspiration from him. Like, uh, if you want to become a famous or you want to excel in your career, you- first, you should have to be honest to yourself. That's the, uh, key, uh, from, uh, from his life, uh, take away from his life experiences. And, uh, after- when- whenever I feel low in my life, I- he's the person I can call out anytime. He's just a text away from me, or, uh, text away from me, and... Uh, the beauty, uh, about him is that he never feel you, uh, feel or let you down, or if you- if he's teaching something to you about the life lessons, then, uh, he make sure you don't feel inferior while learning and dumb, like, uh, this is this, uh, something you are lacking of. So, uh, he keep, uh, he tries or push you towards to, uh, uh, to... Extract the potential from you and, uh, the best qualities of, uh, of your attributes of your personality. So, his experience, uh, is everything for me.\nExaminer: Thank you. Now, let's move on and talk about famous people in a bit more detail. So, how do famous people influence society?\nCandidate: Yeah, like, influenced peoples have, uh, access to the mass of the, uh, mass of the, uh, mass of the people, so they can... a single statement from, uh, from their mouth or their social media can influence thousand people. So, a famous person influences by giving his words, his thoughts to put, uh, to the, uh, society.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think the media plays a big role in making people famous?\nCandidate: Yeah, definitely, indeed, we are living in a technical era, technology era, where, uh, where, uh, where we are, we are having our social handle to, uh, to, to interact with the people who follows you, and, yes, uh, like, uh, with the, uh, help of the, uh, technology, you are, you stay connected or stay up to date to, with your followers, and, To- and your, uh, your followers also, uh, keep, uh, also influenced by your social handle. They follow you. They, uh, they inculcate your quality in their personality and embraces the positiveness or anything which you shared over the social media. That's the beauty of the, uh, uh, technology and to make them famous and to keep them, uh, like uplift their, uh, image in the society.\nExaminer: Okay, and how important is it for famous people to be role models?\nCandidate: Yeah, it is very important to, uh, if you become a famous, then a lot of people get influenced from your work, so while you are doing anything in your life, you must take- you must have- before taking any action, you should give a thought, like, if I do this, what would be the impact to my followers or the society? So, yeah, being a- a famous, uh, or role model to become the role- to keep yourself the role model of your followers, you should do self-introspection, which definitely helps you to deliver the best out of you.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think fame brings happiness?\nCandidate: Sometimes, yes, sometimes, no, like, uh, if you, uh, are very famous, then it, uh, affect your privacy, I would say. You cannot, uh, go outside, uh, just go outside and enjoy, like, a normal, uh, person. So, yeah, you should, uh, if you become famous, you keep some, uh, points in your considerations, like, uh, uh, your safety, your security, your followers can, uh, come, uh, from anywhere. So, yeah, become famous is not like living an ordinary life.\nExaminer: Okay. And how can being famous affect a person's personal life?\nCandidate: Yeah, it definitely affects a person's personal life. Like, you cannot commute with your wife or, can say, with your loved one at the roadside. You cannot take public transport easily without the consent of your security guards or, would say, from anyone. So yeah, it definitely impact your family time and, uh, you tell your- your family members also take care if they do anything that would probably impact your, uh, your personality or your, uh, your overall, uh, your overall popularity in the society. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think social media has changed how people become famous?\nCandidate: Yes. Uh, we, it, this coin, every coin has two sides, so, yeah, it become a very, uh, like, a very important media, uh, mediator to make a person famous. So, like, sometimes it make the undue, uh, some people take the undue advantage of the social media. They're just hitting the likes and they, uh, do comments on the, uh, on their post and, uh, irrelevant post as well. So, it's totally depend on us how we can accommodate that, uh, or leverage the technology in our day-to-day life.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. We've now come to the end of this test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 59,
  "title": "059 - Band 9 IELTS Speaking Test (Anika vs Fatin: Round 2)",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Are you ready, Fatin and Anika?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: In the first part of the test, I'm going to ask you some questions about yourself. So, let's get started. My first question is, do you take an interest in nature? Fatin, yes, please, you start.\nCandidate: Yeah, I do take interest in nature because I think that it enhances our skills and it, you know, it brings out the best of us when we're just looking into the abyss, so that's what I think.\nExaminer: Okay, so it's your turn, Anika.\nCandidate: Yeah. So yes, like Fatih and I as well, do take interest in nature because, uh, nature is something that we can learn from, from nature is something that inspires us to invent new things, whatever inventions we have till this day. I think those were inspired by different sort of elements of the nature.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. My second question is, what is the climate like in your country? Okay, Anika.\nCandidate: Okay, so I live in Bangladesh, and this is in the South- Southeast Asia, so the climate of Bangladesh is, uh, hot and humid. Um, Bangladesh has mainly six seasons, but three of them are more- more dominant. So there is, like, um, summer most of the time, and then it rains for about three months, and then there is the winter, which is pretty short. That is, like, um, a month or two.\nExaminer: Okay, it's your turn.\nCandidate: Well, coming from a South Asian country, all I can say about my country is that, for right now, we can experience only two seasons, mostly, because it's summer and winter, the rain just comes and goes, so it's not certain. But other than that, the climate is, yeah, it's humid, but the thing is, it's mostly dry as well. The drought lands and cyclones and all, so it's a whole abyss of the climate.\nExaminer: Next question. Is the weather the same in all parts of your country? Okay, it's your turn, Fatin.\nCandidate: Uh, the weather is actually not same every single place, but yes, most of the cases, almost, I can say, 80% of the, uh, places we have in our country, 80 plus- 80% of the areas have the same weather, because the geographical location is very small, and the areas, uh, very short as well. That's why.\nExaminer: Okay, now, you can answer.\nCandidate: On this question, I would have to agree with Fatin. So, for the most of the areas, um, we do experience similar weather. However, there are slight differences. For example, the northern part gets colder. The northern part is also drier, comparatively. Um, it rains a lot in the eastern part. And then- then- then there's the southern part, which is a bit more hotter, I would say.\nExaminer: My next question is, what is the best weather for traveling in your country?\nCandidate: To visit my country, I would say, in time of Bangladesh, I would say that according to the geographical locations, according to my opinion, I would say summer, because the fruits will stay- taste a little bit sweeter, and the places would look a little more greener, and yeah, you can get a lot of options open to, you know, like, visit different places.\nExaminer: Okay, Anika, now it's your turn.\nCandidate: Yeah. Uh, on this question, I would disagree with Fatin, and I would say that winter is the best time to travel in Bangladesh. Also, it is a very popular time to travel in Bangladesh as well. And the reason, I think, is because it's, uh, it's more comfortable to walk around outside and spend time with- time in the nature, Outside. And, uh, also, um, like, there are fruits in the summer. I think there's a lot of different kinds of traditional food in the winter as well. For example, bhappa pitha or situi pitha and things like that. So, I would say winter is the best season.\nExaminer: Okay. Are there any problems with the climate in your country? Okay, Anika is first. Um, so would you please start, Anika?\nCandidate: Yeah. Um, I think, yes, uh, in recent times, the climate problems regarding the climate are increasing day by day. Um, I think there's a lot of flood problems in our country, and, uh, every year, a lot of people lose their lives and their lands to the flood. And, um, there's also drought sometimes, and it's- it gets difficult for the farmers to grow crops.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, would you please?\nCandidate: Yeah, well, in this case, I would like to agree with her as well, because, because of the climate change, there are a lot of problems in our personal life as well, but I would like to talk about the government sec- uh, the business sector as well, because it causes a huge impact on the business, the turnover. Every single day, the amount of import and export, they just, uh, they're just getting a drastic low income right now because of the climate change.\nExaminer: So, this is the end of the part one. So, let's move on to part two. Here, you have to describe a place near water. Remember, you have one minute to think about it. You can take notes if you wish. Your preparation time starts now. So, it's your turn and would you please start now?\nCandidate: Alright. So, the topic is a place near water. Being a Bangladeshi, the first thing that comes to my mind is Cox's Bazar. And I think, um, Cox's Bazar would be my favorite place to visit in Bangladesh because it is so serene and it is also easy to get there. There are several ways to get to Cox's Bazaar. For example, you can fly by the plane, you can take a train now, which, uh, just, um, inaugurated recently, and you can also take a bus to get there. And after getting to Cox's Bazaar, you can, like, book a hotel, or, uh, if you have relatives, you can stay there as well. Um, and then, I think, um, Well, for me, I don't go to Cox's Bazaar that often. I think it'd be like once in a- once in three years or something like that. Um, and, um, there are several things you can do in Cox's Bazaar. For example, you can lay by the beach and enjoy the time, spend some lazy time. You can, uh, enjoy your stay in the hotel or you can, um, Go to different places for hiking as well. Oh, there- there's also another thing that is, um, very- very appealing to the foodies. Um, they like to try different kinds of seafoods. Um, there are, um, very- there are amazing seafoods in Cox's Bazar because it is, like, near the sea, of course. Um, and also, from Cox's Bazar, you can go to St. Martin, which is a, uh, island in the middle of the Bay of Bengal. And in there, you can have- you can go there by a ship. And then after you go there, like, there are a lot of activities there as well, like, it's, uh, you can enjoy the nature, you can enjoy a good coconut there, it is very popular for their coconuts. And, um, the reason I like these places is because, um, since we live very busy lives these days, you know, there are a lot of distractions all around, and we are constantly, um, on our phones a lot, and I think, It is good to take a break from our regular lives and from our- this robotic life that we lead and to go near the nature.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you, Anika. Your time is up. Would you please start now?\nCandidate: So if I have to talk about a place that I love, that is beside the water, then I would have to specifically talk about my grandfather's place, because, actually it's not a place, it's a belonging, and I feel that I belong there, because I was, usually I don't visit that much, that, uh, only two or three times in a year, but it's specifically close to my heart because of two reasons. The first thing is, I never got to see him that much, but the place he built, it's, uh, used to be called the Paradiseville. He still, that place is still named as the Paradiseville. Because it has a variation of flowers and a variation of fruits. And usually you cannot see that every single place right now. But he just grasped all the, you know, like, 12 types of varieties of fruits and flowers in one single place. And he built all those from scratch, from ground, all himself. When he thought that, yeah, I'm established enough, I can build something that I can, you know, go there and feel that, yes, there's nothing but silence. So that place gives me that silence to think and... To just feel that, yes, this is my time. And, well, if I go about talking around the visit, or the how you can visit that place, that is, will be by ship, or you can also cross the Padma Bridge, because it's located in Faridpur, Sripchar specifically, that is my grandfather's house, and till this date, that place is my favourite, if I have to talk about any place that belongs to the water, because right at the edge of the garden, I can see the lake, I can see the fish there, so their life and their Everything surrounding that, that's, you know, like, one ecosystem. So that ecosystem I can belong in, yeah, that ecosystem is kind of something that I can relate to my life as well. So, that is one place that I can never forget.",
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  "serial": 60,
  "title": "060 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 6 Mock Test | Indonesian Student 🇮🇩",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good afternoon. My name is Brik. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Hello, Brik. My name is Abdullah Fauzi. You can simply call me Fauzi.\nExaminer: Thank you. Now, in this first part of the test, I will ask you some questions about yourself. So, where is your hometown?\nCandidate: Yeah, uh, my hometown is in Surabaya, uh, Indonesia. Actually, it's the second largest city in Indonesia, and it's famous with, uh, culinary, so, uh, a lot of culinary that, uh, come from this city.\nExaminer: Okay, and can you describe your hometown?\nCandidate: Yeah, uh, Surabaya is a vibrant city, so, uh, it have, uh, diverse culinary scenes that, uh, many people like to enjoy. Uh, for example, uh, myself, I, uh, enjoy rawon, which is a delightful, uh, black meat soup, uh, originated from the city.\nExaminer: Okay. And how has your hometown changed over the years?\nCandidate: Yeah, uh, of course, uh, when I was a child, uh, Surabaya is not that quite developed, uh, but now it's already very developed and also, uh, crowded, uh, because many people going to the city to find the job, uh, and that's make the city of our populated.\nExaminer: Okay, and are there any interesting places to visit in your hometown?\nCandidate: Yeah, usually, uh, people come to Surabaya for, uh, going to the show, which is, uh, quite, uh, popular, uh, because it's historically people- many people going to Surabaya to come to the show. Uh, but now, uh, people, uh, prefer to go to another place such as the shopping mall, uh, which is also available in Surabaya.\nExaminer: Okay, now let's talk about, uh, your free time. How do you usually spend your free time?\nCandidate: Yeah, uh, actually, I prefer to spend my free time, uh, with my family, because, uh, honestly, uh, we are in different cities during the weekdays, so on the weekend, we usually, uh, spend our free time together, uh, like, uh, visiting, uh, visit mall, or maybe in the new restaurant, trying, uh, some kind, some new dishes. So, yeah, I think that's what I spend on my leisure time.\nExaminer: Okay, and is there any new activity you would like to try in your free time?\nCandidate: Yeah, uh, I really want to try, uh, hiking because I- actually, I really love hiking, but, uh, it's, uh, like, uh, once in a blue moon, I cannot do that activity because of the, uh, of my job that, uh, I have to spend, uh, a lot of time on my job and also for my family. So, uh, I can- I- I don't have any time to do my, uh, to do hiking, uh, now.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think technology has affected how people spend their free time?\nCandidate: Yeah. I absolutely agree, because now, uh, because of technology, for example, like, smartphone, people tend to spend, uh, many of their time, uh, on screen, so, uh, they tend to, uh, make, for example, like, they open the social media, uh, watching video on YouTube, etc., so it will make them, uh, focus only on the, uh, smartphone, but they tend to, uh, Spend less time on, uh, maybe outdoor activities.\nExaminer: Okay, now let's talk about traveling. Do you enjoy traveling?\nCandidate: Yes, of course, I really enjoy traveling and I, uh, want to visit, uh, a lot of cities, uh, in the future because I really enjoy to visit, uh, uh, I really enjoy to learn new culture, new language, and also new people, uh, Yeah, I really enjoy traveling.\nExaminer: Okay. And what is the most interesting place you have visited?\nCandidate: Yeah, in my opinion, uh, I have, uh, visited, uh, London, and it's- it- it's really, uh, influenced me, because I can visit, uh, Big Ben, and also, like, the Buckingham Palace, it's a very, uh, interesting place, and I- I, in the future, I really want to go there again.\nExaminer: Okay, now let's move on to part two of this speaking test. So, in part two, I will give you a topic card and you will speak about this topic between one and two minutes. However, you will have one minute to make notes and prepare. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yeah, I understand.\nExaminer: Okay, so here is your topic and your one minute begins now. Okay, so your one minute is now over and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: Yeah, thank you. Actually, uh, uh, this time I want to explain about the, uh, event that I really like, uh, which is, uh, 8th- 8th Feeder, uh, this event re- is a religious event, uh, as a Muslim, uh, that usually happen, uh, after Ramadan. And I really, uh, like this event because, uh, it allows us, allows me to, uh, Going back to my hometown to meet, uh, family, uh, neighbors, and everyone that we, uh, usually, uh, cannot meet because I sp- I, uh, spend more- most of my time in another city because I have, uh, worked there- uh, worked there. So, at that time, uh, we usually spend time together, uh, like, uh, fest- festive, uh, we usually eat together, uh, between, uh, all- all of member of the family, and it- we also do, like, some, uh, ritual, uh, such as, uh, we, uh, Forgive, uh, one another because of maybe in the- in the past we made a mistake and we tried to, uh, forgive, uh, our, uh, family at the time. And also of, uh, the most important is that we, uh, finally, uh, I can spend, uh, the precious time with, uh, my loved one because, uh, it's a quite, uh, Hard to spend the time like, uh, once in a blue moon that we can, uh, call together with the family, uh, uh, because, uh, uh, all the time we- I already have, uh, very busy with my job, uh, because I also sometimes have to travel, uh, in another city or even, uh, overseas. So, uh, this, uh, opportunity make me very happy. Thank you.\nExaminer: Thank you. Now let's talk about celebrations in a bit more detail. So, do you think celebrations are experienced differently by the different generations?\nCandidate: Yeah, I agree, uh, because, uh, I remember when I was a child, uh, during the Aid- Aid Feeder, uh, it's very, uh, we can enjoy the celebration, uh, even, uh, one week before, we already very enthousiast with the celebration, but now, I think it will- it- it become, uh, More, uh, more, uh, people tend to not, uh, really interest with the celebration. So yeah, I think it, it, it has changed a lot.\nExaminer: Okay. And how will celebrations change in the future?\nCandidate: Yeah, I think, uh, in the future, uh, the celebration, uh, for example, like, the religious celebration is- will be, uh, less and less people will interest, uh, on it because, uh, uh, for now, uh, many people, uh, Uh, tend to spend more of their time, uh, in the- on- on their smartphone. So, usually, they, uh, tend to, uh, communicate with the one that, uh, not really close to them, uh, in the real- in the real life. So, and it also make them, uh, like, ignore the one that, uh, already close with them in the real life.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think people should get a day off from work on their birthdays?\nCandidate: Yeah, I think, I think so, I agree about the, uh, day off for the birthday, because it's, uh, like, uh, it's a important event for that people, then, and if they can get a day off, uh, that means he, uh, they can, uh, like, spend, uh, the precious time with their, maybe, family, friends, etc., so it, uh, make them, uh, It will be, make them more motivated and they can enjoy their day and their special day.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think people should get a day off from work on their birthdays?\nCandidate: Yeah, I think they should get the, uh, day off, uh, because it, uh, it will help them to enjoy their, uh, special event such as a birthday. Uh, it will make them, uh, uh, spend, uh, their precious time with their- their loved one. So, I think, yeah, it's, uh, I think it's important for people to get the day off on their birthday.\nExaminer: Okay, and are there any celebrations that you think should be more widely recognized?\nCandidate: Yeah, uh, I think the celebration, uh, that need to be widely recognized is, like, uh, in, uh, my country, in Indonesia, like, the Adolf Hitler is quite, uh, fam- fam- famous in our, uh, country, especially on- in the countryside, because, uh, people on the countryside usually Uh, more, uh, eager to celebrate the celebration rather than the one in the city. So I think it also need to be, uh, uh, attract more people to, uh, experience the celebration.\nExaminer: Okay. And how important do you think celebrations are in society?\nCandidate: Yeah, I think it's very important because it will make people unite, uh, with the celebration because when they, uh, eh, uh, they come to one event, uh, or celebration, they, uh, can know each other, they can, uh, communicate with each other, uh, and even maybe they can new, uh, they can make new friends that, uh, maybe can, uh, in the later stage, they can become, uh, good friends.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. We've now come to the end of this test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 61,
  "title": "061 - Band 9 IELTS Speaking Interview (Fastest Speaker)",
  "transcription": "Examiner: So, Fayaz, do you play any sports?\nCandidate: Yes, I like to play football, table tennis, and sometimes cricket as a side hobby. Uh, cricket is very popular in my country, so I feel like I should play that as well.\nExaminer: Do you like to watch sports on TV?\nCandidate: Yes, I like to watch Premier League football. It usually happens on Saturdays and Sundays, so around that time I'm usually glued to the TV watching my favorite club play football.\nExaminer: Which sports is popular in your country?\nCandidate: In my country, I'd say the population's very interested in cricket, but that is actually not the most pop- that is actually not the national sport. Our national sport is kabaddi, but, uh, due to the mutual interest in cricket, I feel like, uh, people like to watch cricket more.\nExaminer: Who is your favorite sports star?\nCandidate: Well, since I live in Bangladesh, people would usually expect me to say Shakibul Hasan, but, uh, I actually, uh, love Lionel Messi play. I think he has got gifted, and his footballing ability speaks for itself.\nExaminer: What kinds of sports would you like to try in the future?\nCandidate: In the future, I've always had an interest for hockey. I'm... call it, uh, passion, but, uh, hockey's not that popular in my country, but if I was able to try one, I think that would be the sport.\nExaminer: Okay, this is the end of part one. Let's move on to part two. In this part, you have to describe a place where you like to study. This is your cue card. This is your pencil. You can take notes if you wish. From now, your time starts. Yeah. Okay. Your time is up. Would you like to start now?\nCandidate: Yes, so, a place where I like to study is actually my room. It's situa- situated inside my house. And I usually study there in the afternoon because at night I have coaching, so in my room in the afternoon, that's the only time I get- I get to study. And I usually study, uh, school subjects. If I have a test the following day, I will spend more time in my room studying for that particular subject. And, uh, I like to study there because I think my room's balcony has an excellent view of trees. So, if I'm ever overwhelmed or stressed by studies, I can always look outside and it will calm down myself and it will- my mind will bring- it will bring peace to my mind and I can start over again and concentrate. And also my stationaries and my laptops, my electrical equipments are all there, so I don't have to carry it around if I want to go study somewhere else. And it's a familiar location, I'm used to it, I've lived in my room for years. So, the environment is also familiar.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. May I have the cue card, please?\nCandidate: Sure.\nExaminer: Thank you.\nCandidate: And the pencil.\nExaminer: Okay. So, let's move on to part three, and we have several questions for you. What are some popular subjects that university students study in your country?\nCandidate: In my country, I think, uh, economics is popular because it's a social science and you can relate to it every single day. Besides that, I'd say engineering is also very popular because I have a lot of people in my school itself who are studying, uh, engineering, like physics, chemistry, and they might have a background and a future in that later on when they pursue higher education.\nExaminer: Do you think that university education should be free for students?\nCandidate: Absolutely. I think anyone- I don't think anyone should be denied their right to education just because of their financial situation. I think that's very unfair. And I think, uh, the government should do what it takes to improve the situation.\nExaminer: Do you think students from all majors should study subjects like math and history?\nCandidate: Well, absolutely. I think math is important in every single major. I don't think there is a major that doesn't require math. And as for history, it's our country's history, I think. It's very important. It's part of our culture and our tradition, and we should never forget our roots, so I think history is also very important.\nExaminer: What are the differences between the public university and the private universities?\nCandidate: Uh, in my country, I'd say the private universities are more expensive, and, uh, education quality might be the same, but in terms of cost, I'd say public universities are more affordable, and I think that's why people tend to have higher attendance and more people get accepted into public universities. Right.\nExaminer: How technology has brought benefits to the way students prepare for their exams?\nCandidate: I think, uh, it has immensely improved the way students prepare, I think. You can go to YouTube and if you're having a problem, the YouTube video can solve your problem in minutes. And, uh, there are many websites that can help a student prepare for many subjects, you name it. It's all- it's all there.\nExaminer: The last question is, how the use of technology in the classrooms will bring more benefits to teachers and students?\nCandidate: I think, uh, we're seeing it right now, and I think it benefits the students and the teachers a lot. For the teachers, it gives them freedom to, uh, explain certain topics I think can't be explained by a pen- by a marker and a board. I think you need laptops and, uh, Zoom boards for that. And for the students, I think they'll have a better understanding if technology is used, because it's- it's actually a trend. And I think students are more adaptable to technology.\nExaminer: So, this is the end of the speaking test. Thank you, Fayaz. Thank you for joining us. Thank you. Thanks a lot.",
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  "serial": 62,
  "title": "062 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 4.5 Mock Test | Indonesian Student 🇮🇩",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good evening. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name?\nCandidate: Yes, my name is Rahmat Rewa Yudi.\nExaminer: Thank you. And what should I call you today?\nCandidate: You can please call me Rahmat for short.\nExaminer: Thank you. Now, in the first part of this test, I will ask you some questions about yourself. So, what is, uh, the weather like in your country?\nCandidate: The weather, well, Indonesia is placed in the near of equator line, so I could say that we have just two season here. It's summer and winter, so we never experience, like, snow or a fall or something, so it's, um, I could say that the weather is, uh, a lot of humid and hot, I could say.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you prefer warm or cold weather?\nCandidate: Well, generally, I work in a workplace that a lot of hot exposed into my workplace, so I will prefer a cool one for the best weather.\nExaminer: Okay. And how does the weather affect your daily activities?\nCandidate: The weather sometimes is not stable here in my area, so I will postpone my activity is going- where the weather is going to hot, so I will wait until evening, for example. If not, uh, I'm just, like, going to hit by, like, strike of the sun.\nExaminer: Okay. Now let's talk about books. So, do you enjoy reading books?\nCandidate: I could say that I am not a big fan of reading books, but sometimes when I found, uh, like, I can say like a manga, for example, or like, uh, manhwa, it's the same like manga, but it came from Korea. I would really love to read it.\nExaminer: Okay. And what type of books, uh, do you like to read?\nCandidate: About type of book, I would really love, uh, to read like a storybook, but sometimes if I have a mood, I will try to find about historical book that may be related with my country history or like another country history, so I can learn about the culture of our ancestor.\nExaminer: Okay. And how often do you read books?\nCandidate: I read books is just at my free time. I could say that maybe not too often. I could say maybe just like two times a week or three times. It really depends on my mood as well.\nExaminer: Okay. And what was the last book you read?\nCandidate: I still remember vividly that I have read a book about history of my country, and I found it really fascinating that knowing, like, a lot of new facts that I didn't ever know before.\nExaminer: Okay. Now let's talk about your hobbies. Uh, what is your favorite hobby?\nCandidate: When I was a youngster, I played soccer a lot, but nowadays, after my marriage, I didn't have, uh, a lot of spare time, so I didn't practice it a lot nowadays, but I can say that football is still my hobby until now.\nExaminer: Okay. And how did you get interested in this hobby?\nCandidate: I could say that football is not about chasing the ball, running all around the field, but it's also make us feel refreshed because we just- we- we not just like, uh, running and kicking. We can also speak with our span. Our- our friend, I mean, I'm sorry. And on that activity, I find that really, uh, make me freshen up after a hectic case of work or just, like, too relaxing sometimes.\nExaminer: Okay. And how much time do you spend on your hobbies each week?\nCandidate: Sometimes if I have a free time, I will try to do my hobby like once a week or twice a week. It really depends on my spare time, actually. I do, uh, work, full-time work right now. So if, uh, on a weekend, sometimes I try to find a friend to do this hobby, but not really often because they- they have their own business as well.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic, and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk, and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes, I understand.\nExaminer: Thank you. I will now share the topic. Okay, so your one minute starts now. Okay, so your one minute is now over and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: Well, um, so today I want to tell you a story about my job actually. So it going to start a few months ago when I am, uh, at my work and I do, uh, a job, my task that related with repairing a pocket. So at the time there's an obstacle that I should, uh, finish it with. But unfortunately, the resources is not good enough, and then the result of the test, it should be perfect, I could say, because we do a repair, and it has the- it has its own guarantee, or the warranty for the la- la- life work, or lifetime, I could say. And at the time I should decided whether I want to continue the job or not. So it's going to be make a whole dimension actually. At the time I should decided that I should go or I should postpone due to there's no available resources. And I'm still vividly remember as well at a time I take a risk that it could be danger to my career actually. But somehow I did that flawlessly, I could say, because my job is Most of time my job is, can I say, require a meticulous calculations because, uh, high precision parts that I work on is going to be like doing, uh, for, can I say, like a heavy, heavy duty job. And that's why, um, according to that, my repair is, should be great. It should be perfect. And I could say, alhamdulillah, at that time I do it flawlessly. And the product could be reach the specifications.\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you. Uh, now let's move on and talk about your decisions in a bit more detail. So how do you think people can make better decisions in life?\nCandidate: Okay, to be start with, I would say that there are some people have a decision making or the ability to have, uh, make a decisions in a good level, but some people, the other people sometimes doesn't have that. I don't know, maybe it's because due to their knowledge, due to their behavior that influence their experience to do that. I'm not sure about that, but one thing for sure, someone could make a good decision when they are not afflu- influenced by a pressure, uh, pressure. I could, I'm sorry, I mean like a pressure or, um, without like, uh, someone insist them to make a decision as fast as they can.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think the ability to make decisions improves with age?\nCandidate: Oh, yes, absolutely. In my own perspective, uh, the age going to be influenced a lot, but it really depends on the person as well. If the person is growing older, but they don't have any experience on that field, for example, Then they will not doing nothing. They will not gain nothing in their own personality. So the age, going elder, I could say is really important, but the experience is nothing. No, I'm sorry. The experience is other thing that really essential in this stage.\nExaminer: Okay. And is it better to make quick decisions or take time to think things through?\nCandidate: Okay, um, in this case, I would say it really depends on the condition or situations. If they have a lot of spare time, if they have, uh, time enough to make a great decision, I could say that maybe they should done it with, uh, what can I say, like, carefully, or they could, like, uh, gather all people or the subject that may be relevant to that, uh, decision, so they could make it better. Rather than if we just like, uh, okay, we just want to make a decision at that time, so we don't need to, uh, collect other perspective. But maybe it's going to be like, uh, lead us to the fatal decisions.\nExaminer: Okay. And how can making the wrong decision affect a person's future?\nCandidate: Well, it's going to be like a ner- um, I could say it's tremendously dangerous because, uh, once they said a decision could affect our future, it really depends on what, uh, subject- on what subject we make decision with. I mean, like, what the thing that we deal with did with that decision. Maybe they can, I could say, uh, have that decision is really crucial for their future, but sometimes maybe it's not that too crucial.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think that people are more likely to make decisions based on emotions or logic?\nCandidate: I've ever heard of, uh, a fun fact about this, but it's no offense. It's going to be like, uh, if a male or, uh, it, it, it really depends on the gender. If the male make a decision, then they're, uh, really Make the decision based on their logic. But if it's going to be like a female gender, they will make a decision based on their emotion. Well, I don't really know to be specific what the research are doing that, what can I say, like doing that research, but I've ever heard about that. So, um, in my own perspective, um, making decision is really influenced by the characteristic. Or the personality and also by a gender.\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you. We've now come to the end of this test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 63,
  "title": "063 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 6 | Mock Test | Bangladeshi Student 🇧🇩",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good evening. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Yes, my full name is Shagor Abu Saleh. You can call me by my first name, Shagor.\nExaminer: Thank you. Now, in this first part of the test, I will ask you some questions about yourself. So, what is your typical daily routine like? Okay.\nCandidate: Uh, as a student, I have a routine for everyday life. Uh, I get up early in the morning and become fresh, and I say my morning prayer. After perform my morning prayer, I go to my, uh, study room and study for a while, and after some time, I take my breakfast and go for my university.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you prefer, sorry?\nCandidate: No, okay, sorry.\nExaminer: Okay. And, uh, do you prefer following a strict routine or a more flexible one?\nCandidate: Actually, I like to follow a strict routine because, uh, consistency is the main key of success. If I am not consistent in something, I could not achieve something. If I do some breakdown in my work or routine, it can be hamper for the work.\nExaminer: Okay. And how do you feel if your routine gets interrupted?\nCandidate: Actually, when I, uh, got interruption in my routine, I feel bad because, uh, I stuck, uh, for a while to do my work. If, uh, if it is for urgency to, uh, make an, uh, break, so it is okay, but otherwise I don't, uh, take a break for my strict routine for better achievement in my life.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, let's talk about food. What is your favorite type of cuisine?\nCandidate: Actually, I'm not foodie. If you see my, uh, physical condition, you can say that. I just, uh, uh, take, uh, in my daily food, and sometimes I go outside to take some cuisine, and it is, uh, the khachi. It is our traditional food, which is, uh, made by rice, meat, and many spicy masala.\nExaminer: Okay. And how often do you eat out from restaurants?\nCandidate: Actually, sometimes I go to a restaurant for take some, uh, food, uh, with my parents and family and my friends also. I- I typically, weekly or semi-weekly, I go to restaurant.\nExaminer: Okay, now let's talk about health. How do you usually stay healthy?\nCandidate: Actually, if you are healthy, not, uh, uh, healthy, actually, if you are healthy, you can do your work better. If you might- if you are, uh, healthy, you can, uh, do your work freshly. If you feel fresh, you can breathe fresh, you can do your work better. That's mean, I think, uh, being healthy is the key to our daily life.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think it's important to exercise regularly?\nCandidate: Yes, definitely. Exercise, uh, keep our body fit and, uh, if we are, uh, do exercise every day, we can, uh, uh, feel better. So, I think, uh, for- for, uh, better physics, uh, we should exercise every day.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you prefer to stay active indoors or outdoors?\nCandidate: Actually, I prefer both. Uh, when I am in indoor, I, uh, try to active with my books and, well, my computers, uh, and- and where- while I'm outside, I try to play with my friends in field and do- want to do some, uh, voluntary work. I think, uh, both are essential.\nExaminer: Okay. And how do you feel about the importance of mental health?\nCandidate: Yes, definitely, mental health is the main, if- if we are, uh, mentally sick or exhausted, we cannot focus on our work or study, anything, so I think mental health is- is- must be good, must have to be good to do something.\nExaminer: Okay, now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic, and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk, and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes, I understand.\nExaminer: Thank you. So, I will now share the topic. Okay, so your one minute starts now. Okay, so your one minute is now over, and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: Okay. Well, in our everyday life, uh, we participate in many events. If I have to talk, uh, any particular event, I- I- that is the most memorable event in all my life, uh, which was my birthday party, which was my seventh birthday. Uh, I was in just, uh, admitted into school, and, uh, my parents organized a birthday party, and it was held in our home, and my family members and I have, uh, neighborhood and my new school friends were invited in this occasions, and I was very happy to, um, had, uh, happy for this, uh, event I was, so I- I was very happy in that day because I got some, uh, gift and... Uh, many, uh, ornaments I own these days, and the event was in three part. In first part, the, uh, the members has come to our house, and we meet each other. After that, uh, we cut the cake, and... After cutting it, uh, in- at the evening, there was a cultural show, uh, organized by parents. They invited magicians, uh, uh, to see- to watch magic, and we enjoyed that- we enjoyed that- we enjoyed that day very lot, and... I think in this- from this day, my parents gifted me a, uh, motorcycle, which was a battery motorcycle. It's a little, uh, motorcycle. I was very happy on this day, and I will never, uh, forgot. Uh, that day, and, uh, who has been invited in, uh, in this event, uh, who- they are my f- family members, and, uh, neighbors, and, uh, my friend, uh, newly school friends, and so, uh, we enjoy a lot in this, uh, program, and I will remember until my, uh, death, uh, in this event. So it was a memorable ev- event for myself.\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you. Now, let's move on and talk about childhood memories in a bit more detail. So, how important is it to preserve childhood memories?\nCandidate: Yes, uh, childhood memories are the memories of our life, if we- when we feel exhausted or feel bad, and we can, uh, think about our childhood that, uh, in- in the time we were- that we had to do that, and we enjoyed a lot, uh, so we can, uh, uh, we can, uh, in- enjoy that, uh, moment by, uh, memorizing this time, and I think, definitely,\nExaminer: Okay, and how have the types of activities children do today changed compared to the past?\nCandidate: Actually, when, uh, we was child, uh, we tried to- we are eager to play outside. Uh, we do a lot of outdoor activities in our childhood as, like, uh, we had played, uh, many games as, like, playing cricket outside, playing hadudu or many- well, also, it is our, uh, traditional sport, uh, but nowadays, children are more addicted to mobile phone or computers and technology. So I think they are not involved in outdoor activities nowadays. So I think there is a most comparatively difference, uh, then and now.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think it's better for children to spend more time outdoors or indoors?\nCandidate: Actually, the, nothing is, uh, something is nothing. Actually, nah, nothing is, uh, better, uh, do for a while or for a long time. I think we should, uh, do limited, uh, thing to outdoor or indoor if we spend lot of, uh, outdoor, uh, time. So it will not, uh, it will not help us to complete our indoor activities. So we think we have to, uh, to make a routine or, uh, make it, uh, comfortable to what we- what will be hel- Uh, help for our helping for ourselves, so we have to made it convenient for ourselves, what will better for ourselves.\nExaminer: Okay, and how can parents help children create meaningful memories during their childhood?\nCandidate: Actually, mo- in childhood, most of the time, we spend our time with our parents and family, so, uh, family can, uh, uh, arrange everything for their children, and they try their best to, uh, give her- give their best to their children, so I think parents are the main, uh, main organizer of the child- child- childhood, so, uh, If, uh, the parents, uh, organize, uh, th- their ch- organize the best for their children, the children will get m- m- better memory. So I think parents are most important.\nExaminer: Okay. And what role does technology play in childhood today?\nCandidate: Actually, the, uh, technology have, uh, both, uh, effect on our, our day- life and our days for children, actually. Uh, some children are going addicted to, uh, cartoon or many, uh, active YouTube activities, uh, while it is- it has some beneficial things that we can- they can learn something from, uh, technology as, like, there- there is some, uh, website as, like, Khan Academy and many other acad- ha-\nExaminer: Okay, and are childhood memories better preserved through photographs or personal stories?\nCandidate: Actually, uh, both are important. If, uh, if we, uh, personal stories are in- invisible and the photograph are visible, uh, when we- we'll get older, we can, um, share our memories to our, Okay, thank you.\nExaminer: We've now come to the end of the test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 64,
  "title": "064 - Real Band 8 IELTS Speaking Test",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Do you have friends?\nCandidate: Yes, I do have a lot of friends. I'm an extrovert, so I like talking to a lot of people.\nExaminer: How do you usually contact your friends?\nCandidate: I like to contact my friends over the phone through video chat or voice chat. I mostly prefer video chatting my friends because I feel like it's more personal and engaging. And it also allows me to express my emotions clearly.\nExaminer: Do you prefer to contact different people in different ways?\nCandidate: Yes, I do like to contact different people in different ways, because I'm not comfortable talking to everyone in the same platform, using the same platform. For example, when it comes to someone I'm close with, I like to call them. On the other hand, when it- when it comes to someone I'm not too close with, I like to email them or text them.\nExaminer: Do you find it easy to keep in contact with friends and family?\nCandidate: Yes, I do find it easy to keep in contact with friends and family members because I feel like I can use different apps for texting them or communicating with them.\nExaminer: In your country, did people in the past keep in contact in the same ways as they do today?\nCandidate: In my country, we don't use the same form of communication as we used to do in the past because a lot has changed. For example, in the past, we used to send people letters or use land telephones and it has changed a lot now.\nExaminer: Okay, so this is the end of part one. Let's move on to part two. You have to describe a party that you enjoyed. So this is a cue card. You have a paper. You can take notes if you wish. So from now, your time starts. Your time is up. Would you like to start now, please?\nCandidate: Yes. A party that I genuinely enjoyed was my My birthday party, which was held last year, on the 11th of August, at my place. It was a surprise party, and I really liked it because my friends surprised me and it happened all of a sudden. And my best friend came from Canada after four years, which was very unexpected for me. Um, the good thing about the party was that it had different stations in different corners of the room. For example, it had an art station, music station, so we were allowed to do whatever we wanted. Um, there was this one particular thing that we did that was very memorable for me, was we took our handprint on the canvas for the memory, which I still have it stored because my friends left for abroad And whenever I look at it, it makes me feel better. So that was the best part about the party that was held. I felt really happy because people don't do such things anymore, and it was all of a sudden, and it was very special for me.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much. May I have the cue card, please? And the paper. Thank you. And the pencil. Thank you very much. So let's move on to part three, and I have several questions in this part. What are the main reasons people organize family parties in your country?\nCandidate: In my country, people organize different family gatherings, because I feel like it brings them close, and there's also a lot of catching up to do, which can be done in the party.\nExaminer: Okay. In some places, people spend a lot of money on parties that celebrate special family events. Is this ever true in your country?\nCandidate: In my country, yes, it is true that we spend a lot of money on parties because it is very unique and special for us. So I feel like spending a lot of money means a lot to us and, like, as in, Doing different activities and, like, keeping it close to our heart.\nExaminer: Do you think this trend is good or bad?\nCandidate: I think this is a good trend, but I do not think that spending a lot of money is good as well. So there has to be a limit. There has to be boundaries.\nExaminer: Are there any differences between family parties and parties given by friends?\nCandidate: This varies from person to person, but since I'm a family person as well, I do love spending time with family and friends. So I don't think there is any difference because the main goal is to have fun and spend it in a nice way with my loved ones.\nExaminer: What kinds of national celebrations do you have in your country?\nCandidate: In my country, there are many festivals and celebrations, which occurs almost every month. But if I were to talk about a particular one, I would choose Pohela Boisek. Um, I really like this one because people dress up in different colors, and I feel like it's something that brings unity.\nExaminer: Okay. Who tend to enjoy national celebrations more? Young people or the elderly people?\nCandidate: Um, in my perspective, I think younger generation enjoys this more because they like to have a lot of fun, maybe roam around or go outside more and they're more outgoing than the older generation. They like singing, goofing around, dancing, so I think it's the perfect.\nExaminer: So, this is the last question for you. Why do you think some people consider that national celebrations are waste of government money?\nCandidate: Um, I think they think it's a waste of money because They feel like they pay taxes and they're going into wasteful things. But I don't think it's a waste of money because I feel like it brings unity because a lot of people are gathering together to celebrate one particular thing. So it is supposed to be a happy moment for everyone and it is good for your mental health as well.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much. Thank you, Hia, for joining us. Thanks a lot.",
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  "serial": 65,
  "title": "065 - Band 9 Speaking Test",
  "transcription": "Examiner: What kind of places are crowded?\nCandidate: I think places like rock concerts or football matches, stadiums are crowded, but at the same time, zoos are also very crowded, I think.\nExaminer: Do you like to go to crowded places?\nCandidate: Yes, I like to describe myself as an extrovert, so going to crowded places helps me interact with, uh, new people, make new friends, so I think crowded places are preferable for me, yes.\nExaminer: So, why do some people like to go to the crowded places?\nCandidate: I think the atmosphere of crowded places is very intense, and people might go there to meet new acquaintances, make new friends, and also, uh, witness what a crowded place actually looks like, you know, the atmosphere, it can give you goosebumps, so it gives me goosebumps, so yeah, crowded places might be preferable for those.\nExaminer: Are there many animals or birds where you live?\nCandidate: Yes, uh, actually, where I live, my house has a German Shepherd as a guard dog. And at the same time, there are many birds in my area, so usually around 6 o'clock in the morning, the birds start to chirp and it instantly wakes me up from my sleep.\nExaminer: How often do you watch programs or read articles about wild animals?\nCandidate: I think twice or thrice a week, when I'm scrolling through my TV, sometimes National Geographic shows up and I watch their wildlife programs. I find it very fascinating how close a camera can get to, uh, uh, animals like lions and tigers. It's, uh, incredible.\nExaminer: Have you ever been to a zoo or a wildlife park?\nCandidate: Yes, I went to many zoos, many times, but the one time, uh, the most memorable one, in fact, was when I went to Silet. Uh, I saw some snakes, pythons wrapped around in cages, and that was very frightening for me, but at the same time, I saw monkeys wearing glasses, and that was actually very amusing. So, contrasting emotions for me, and yes, that was the time I went to a zoo.\nExaminer: Would you like to have a job working with animals?\nCandidate: Yes, for sure. I think they're a part of nature, and working with animals will help me, uh, open up a new perspective in terms of what the animals feel, how they live. It's a new part of life, so I'd definitely love to witness that someday, yes.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. This is the end of part one. Let's move on to part two. You have to describe a website you use that helps you a lot in your work or studies. This is your cue card. This is a pencil. You can make notes if you wish. From now, your time starts. Okay, would you like to start now?\nCandidate: Yes, so this website is called physicsandmathtutor.com. It offers resources regarding my curriculum, and I use it every time I set to study, and that is mainly because my syllabus requires me to do a lot of question papers for my exams. This website produces- provides you with all the latest question papers, and also provides you with old question papers if you want to have a better understanding of the old syllabus. And I think this website reduces my reliance on school and coaching, because I can solve problems on my own without having to consult my teachers, which I feel like makes me more independent, and, uh, My books also have a lot of problems, and sometimes if I am having difficulties, this website has a section called Solution Bank, and it will give you all the solutions regarding your book problems as well. So I don't have to wait till the next day to ask my teacher regarding this problem. I can instantly go to the website, search it up, and it will give you detailed solutions with steps regarding the problem. And this helps me, uh, Uh, this helps me build my confidence and focus as a student, and I recommend it to the- and without this website, I think studying at home would be useless. Without this website, I- I could only study at school. I wouldn't be able to study by myself. So, I feel like with this website, it changes everything, the way I see my studies, and it makes you independent as a person and as a student.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much. May I have the cue card, please?\nCandidate: Sure. And the pencil.\nExaminer: Thank you very much. Let's move on to part three, and I have several questions in this part. Why do some people find the internet addictive?\nCandidate: I think people find the internet addictive because of the vast majority of options that the internet provides these days. If you have a problem, you can search it up on the internet, it will instantly give you a solution. If you're feeling sick, uh, you can search up the symptoms and the internet will give you advice. So, because of things like that, I think people find it addictive.\nExaminer: What would the world be like without the internet?\nCandidate: I think without the internet, the world would be hopeless, uh, people wouldn't know about what's happening in other areas of the world, and the internet helps raise awareness regarding many problems, and this helps educate the world as a whole, and as a community.\nExaminer: Do you think that the way people use the internet may change in the future?\nCandidate: Absolutely, with the inventions such as AI and ChatGPT, nowadays people don't even need to write reports or essays, they can just search it up on ChatGPT and they will write it for them. So I think in the future people will start to rely on the internet more than they currently do, so I think in that way the usage can change.\nExaminer: What are the ways that social media can be used for positive purposes?\nCandidate: I think, uh, for problems such as climate change or global warming, people can spread awareness regarding these things, and since social media has such a high audience, you can connect to people of all age, and as a result, it can help make the world a better place.\nExaminer: Why do some individuals post highly negative comments about other people on social media?\nCandidate: I think with the way social media is right now, any bad thing about yourself or any bad comment can completely ruin your reputation. So, if a individual has an enemy and they want to, like, cause problems for him, they can simply just write something bad about them in the internet and people will start to think all kinds of things and that can destroy a person's reputation.\nExaminer: Do you think that companies' main form of advertising will be social media in the future?\nCandidate: Yes, absolutely, because as I said before, the social media platform has users of all age, not just old, not too young, of all ages. Nowadays, in newspapers, only, I'd say, old people are preferred to newspapers, but social media is a platform where ev- people of all age can use. So if a com- company wants to promote their product, social media will be the perfect way to send that message, because it will attract all the people's minds. All ages.\nExaminer: The last question is, is it important to compare your life to what you see on social media?\nCandidate: I don't think so. Because I think, uh, social media can set very high expectations for yourself, and if you don't match those expectations, then it could be very demoralizing. You see in social media, celebrities are running around with their fancy cars and rich houses. So, by seeing that, it shouldn't be fair to compare your lifestyle with them because you might not necessarily have access to them. So, as a result, I think you should be happy with what you have instead of comparing yourself with other people in social media.\nExaminer: Thank you, Faiz. Thank you. Thank you very much for joining us. Thanks a lot.",
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  "serial": 66,
  "title": "066 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 8.5 | Mock Test | Cameroonian Student 🇨🇲",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good morning. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Good morning. My name is Takeo Olivia Endang. You can please call me Olivia.\nExaminer: Thank you, Olivia. Now, in this first part of the test, I will ask you some questions about yourself. So, do you enjoy travelling?\nCandidate: In as much as I would say, yes, I enjoy traveling, but, uh, I don't really have the time to travel because I have a very hectic, uh, work schedule. So it's, uh, kind of difficult for me to travel, but whenever I'm opportune to travel, I do it very well. So yeah, I love traveling.\nExaminer: Okay. And what is the most interesting place you visited?\nCandidate: Oh, where I come from, I have, uh, there's a lot- there are a lot of places you can visit. Uh, where in particular I say Limbe, Limbe is a very nice place to visit. It's very interesting because it has a lot of, uh, good beaches, um, infrastructures, especially cultural infrastructures. That's, uh, you can recall what has been happening or what happened in, uh, in the previous years. So, Limbe got a lot of places that you can really visit. It got big parks that you can go there, create new friends and stuff like that. The last time I remember as I traveled to Limbe, I visited a beach. It was a very beautiful place. I had to swim and I created a lot of friends at the beach.\nExaminer: Okay. And, uh, how often do you travel?\nCandidate: Um, I really travel, let's say maybe twice a year. Yeah, twice a year. As I earlier mentioned, I have a very hectic work schedule, so it doesn't warrant me to travel as often as I want. So just like say twice a year. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you prefer to travel by plane or by car?\nCandidate: Hmm? It depends. If it is a long journey, I say I go by plane because it's very comfortable and it's faster. But if it is, uh, somewhere short or within the country, I say I go by car because, uh, going by car, maybe you love to stop somewhere. You can enjoy your music in your car privately. And, uh, you- you can stop at any shop to get whatever you want. And, uh, yeah, that's it. It just depends on the distance of my travel.\nExaminer: Okay, now let's talk about music. So, what type of music do you listen to the most?\nCandidate: Hmm, talking about the type of music I listen most, I love jazz music. And on top of that, it just kind of depends what I am doing for that day. If I want to relax, I go for jazz music. But if I'm so, you know, busy doing laundry, taking care of the house, I say I go for gospel sound, just listening. It makes me feel good.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you play any musical instruments?\nCandidate: If I remember very well, I don't, but before, when I was in primary school, I remember I fought with a student, one of the people in school, because I was trying to learn one of the musical instruments that was fluid, uh, flute, which we blow with the mouth, a long something made of bamboo. At that time, I really loved musical instruments because I loved to mingle with people where there's noise, where they make noise, and where they learn new things. But growing up to my secondary school, I discovered myself going backward, not interested in such things because life has become- or life was making me feel like I needed to study more on my- I needed to focus more on my study. So now I don't play any musical instrument.\nExaminer: Okay, now let's talk about your hobbies. So, do you have any hobbies?\nCandidate: Oh yes, I do. I have, uh, varieties of hobbies, but if I want to choose one, I say I go for swimming. Reason I love swimming is, uh, because when I find myself in water, I feel like, you know, I regain my energy, my strength come back. I'm out of this world. I feel like I'm out of this world. So swimming, just the fact that it's water, it's cool on your body, it makes your body fresh. It's really kind of relaxing. I remember, like, that was, uh, two weeks ago, I went for swimming with some of my friends after a hectic day at, uh, at our work site. We just went to relax, so we went to the pool. We had a good time there.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes, I do.\nExaminer: Okay, so I will share the topic with you now and your one minute starts now. Okay, so your one minute is now over and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: You've asked me to describe a person who has, uh, had, uh, a significant influence in my life. I'm going to talk to you about my grandmother. She's a very kind somebody, and, uh, she's a retired nurse. Yeah, she- she- she always take care of us, of- of me when my parents, uh, were busy at work. She would, you know, wash our dresses, cook us food, and take us out for a walk. So, I know her because she has- she has been my grandmother since I was born and she has been like a nanny to me, my caretaker. Sometimes I feel like I'm used to- to my grandmother more than my own parents because the way my grandmother brought us up or brought me up, she did that in a very unique way. Sometimes she scolds me, not because she hated me or she hates me. It's because she wanted to correct me, but sometimes my mother will just, you know, letting lie since she's kind of, uh, like I said, tired. She doesn't have that time to correct me, but my grandmother do. So I've known her since I was born, as I earlier mentioned. And, uh, because of the impact that she has put in me, I'm, uh, I'm now a nurse. You know, she always encouraged me. She educates me, you know, teaches me a lot of things when it comes to this nursing field. And I saw that as a very important, uh, significance which, uh, I've learned from my grandmother. And today, I find myself as a passionate nurse because of the foundation I had with her. I know, to talk about how important or why the person, or why my grandmother is very important to me. She's important to me, definitely. She's a member of the family, one. I know what I am today is because of my grandma. So I regard, I take her as, at a very high esteem. I respect her a lot because if not, because if it was...\nExaminer: Okay. I think your two minutes are now over. Now, let's move on to talk about influential people in a bit more detail. So, how do you think famous people influence society?\nCandidate: To my mind, I would say famous people influence society in their way of character, the way they behave, they portray themselves in the society. Let's say, for example, Etofisa, one of the famous footballer here in Cameroon. The way he talks to the public, the way he plays his ball, it's- he got this unique aspect of his that influences or attracts people to him, you know. I think that really influenced- that really created a great impact for people to follow him up. I think it's just because of how people are, their characters and stuff like that. So I can say it's just because of that.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think family members are the most influential people in a person's life?\nCandidate: Mmm, I'll answer this one on a two-part, which is they are not really the most, um, uh, important people for influence or to influence others. Reason being that looking into some family, you will see that the characters of those people are not worth following. So some friends, sometimes they say friends are better than family members, you know, because some friends or some other neutral people really do excel in influencing others, not kind of so tight with the family members. Yeah, I can't really agree with that. So it's only two parts.\nExaminer: Okay. And how can a teacher or a mentor influence a student's future?\nCandidate: Yeah, a teacher or a mentor can influence a student through his approach of talking to that student. You know, being an encourager, being somebody that always follow up with a student in whatever the person is doing, the student is doing. If you be somebody that a student or student look up to you, you- means you have that Uniqueness that you- you work hard, you have that encouraging manner, that, you know, approachable manner that student will always like to come to you for help or for follow up. That makes them, you know, influential. Yeah. Stop, uh, things like that. I- I believe so.\nExaminer: Okay. And how do you think a person's values can influence others?\nCandidate: You know, when you talk about personal values, how are your personal values can influence others, it's just about your, um, your character, I say your character. If you- if you respect your value, you know, you keep some ethics that you follow, you keep some, um, how can I really put it, uh, Let me think. You just give some rules or principles that you follow strictly that help to upgrade your value. You know, when others see it, they are encouraged to- to just kind of be like you. And you just, you just be a somebody, you just be a principle, somebody that what you say is what you do. Your no is your no, your yes is your no. You don't change, you know, you don't go left or you don't go, you are not confused. So that's encourage. Those are some of the positive value. Just put on positive value, characters that other will see and admire.\nExaminer: Okay. And how do you think the internet has changed the way people influence each other?\nCandidate: That's a very good question. I think a lot has, uh, involved when it comes to internet, especially when it comes to relationship. Yes, because on a positive side, it has make people, you know, not to depend so much on others. People are just like online searching for things, you know, trying to be creative. And when you talk about the other part of it, you see that it has really given a gap between each other, countries, families, stuff like that. People are no more united. This is one of the disadvantages that internet has brought forth. People don't depend on others. You know, you don't even seek for help anymore. You don't. And especially when it comes to In the family, you see, when the father- before, when the father enters the house, you see children will rush to welcome their father, to welcome their mother. But now, at this, mother will enter the house, everybody's on the phone, on the flat screen, going through internet stuff. So, it has really brought, I can say, positive and negative impacts on, uh, values of people, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. We've now come to the end of this speaking test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 67,
  "title": "067 - Band 8 IELTS Speaking Test | 2024",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Do you work or study?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm neither a student nor I'm working right now. I recently passed my HSC examination and currently I'm preparing myself to pursue my higher education abroad.\nExaminer: Which subject would you like to study?\nCandidate: I would like to do my bachelor's in science in a very strong program that will later on help me get into a renowned medical school.\nExaminer: Do you use maps?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, I do, though I'm very bad at reading and understanding maps, but I only use it when it is needed.\nExaminer: Do you think it's better to use a paper map or a map on your phone?\nCandidate: I think mobile phone maps are better than, uh, paper maps, uh, which can be very perplexing, and people nowadays, uh, tend to use mobile phone apps as it is, uh, it is a device that is already, uh, available on everyone's hand and is- it is easy to navigate to.\nExaminer: When was the last time you needed to use a map?\nCandidate: Uh, I visited Mirpur last week for some work, and I was, uh, standing at the exit of the Sony Square building, when my Uber called me and told me that he was standing on the opposite side of the road, and like I previously mentioned that I'm very bad at reading maps, so, uh, I had to use the mobile phone map to track him, as I was not understanding whether he was standing, uh, on the opposite side from my front or from my right.\nExaminer: If you visit a new city, do you always use a map to find your way around?\nCandidate: I would say both yes and no because I often go out with my family driver, so during that time a map is not necessary as he knows all the routes and directions. However, when I go to places by calling an Uber, that time I just open my map and follow if we are going in the right direction or not.\nExaminer: Do you find it easy to read maps?\nCandidate: I'm horrible when it comes to understanding and reading maps. Uh, that is because I think I'm not good with directions. I remember this one time my uncle came to pick me up from my academy, and he told me that he was parked, uh, in the east direction from where I was standing. And it was very embarrassing that I had to ask people where the east direction was. I mean, I know that understanding and reading maps is not a rocket science, but still, it's very puzzling to me.\nExaminer: Okay, so this is the end of part one. Let's move on to part two. In part two, you have to describe an occasion when you had to do something in a hurry. So this is your cue card. You'll have a minute to take notes if you wish. From now, your time starts. Okay, are you ready? Would you like to start now?\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Please.\nCandidate: I remember it was just before our final exams of class 11 started. We had a wall magazine project, and from each section, a group of six to seven members had to participate. Unfortunately, uh, we did not receive such, uh, notices that, uh, uh, when the, uh, World Magazine project would start. Therefore, we were not aware of the starting date and the deadline. Uh, suddenly, our class teacher came to our classroom, and she was very angry to why none of us from our section were not participating. As a class monitor, I explained her the situation, and she told me that I would become the group leader and told me to handle the rest. Uh, three days were left for the project, and we had to do everything in a hurry. A whole day passed, uh, buying equipment and material needed for the project and discussing the topic. Our topic was, uh, quite different. It was, uh, we named it Crime and Constitution, where we illustrated that, uh, punishment for the criminals are not, uh, implemented by the law are not as prominent as the crime. Uh, however, on the second day, we were almost done with 80% of the work, and at that time, we found out that someone from another group partially copied our work. We were all devastated, as we could not keep our work as it was like that, nor we could not, uh, we can take out everything and redo it. Basically, it was like we were caught between a rock and a hard place. Nevertheless, we stayed till late afternoon and did our work again. We knew we were working against the clock, but there were no options left. Thankfully, on the next day, we were able to present our work just in the nick of time in front of our College Principal, sir. Uh, as I was the group leader, so I gave a brief demonstration about our work, and sir himself and other teachers as well praised our work that it was unique and intriguing. Uh, as I'm speaking about that event right now, I can still feel the adrenaline rush that how, uh, worried we were on that day, but glad that everything turned out well.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much. Uh, may I have the paper, please?\nCandidate: Yes, sure.\nExaminer: Thank you. Thank you. Let's move on to part three, and we have several questions here. Do you think it's okay to arrive late when meeting a friend?\nCandidate: I don't think it's okay to arrive late when meeting a friend, punctuality shows respect, and I believe that, uh, it show- it shows how a person, uh, values their friendship by arriving on time. Last week, uh, uh, I met, uh, an old friend, and we decided to meet at 7 p.m. Uh, surprisingly, we both arrived on time, and that made both of us happy.\nExaminer: What should happen to people who arrive late for work?\nCandidate: Uh, I think a person who is very responsible with their work is never late. So, it's the other way around. However, if a person is somehow late to their work, it's their duty that they should talk to their boss or anyone from the higher authority to clarify why they could not make it on time. But, if being late is someone's habit, then it's a serious issue and they must work on their time management.\nExaminer: Can you suggest how people can make sure they don't arrive late?\nCandidate: Uh, I think working on one's time management is the only way they can make sure that they're never late. Uh, however, sleeping early and, uh, setting up an alarm is, uh, can also, uh, uh, help them to leave early to account for unexpected delays. Uh, my uncle can never wake up with a single alarm on, so he always sets up multiple alarms, uh, so that he's never late for work.\nExaminer: Is it better to study for long periods or in shorter blocks of time?\nCandidate: Uh, I think it varies from individual to individual. Uh, some prefer, uh, learning in longer period of time, uh, because- just because they find to, uh, they find, uh, to maintain their focus, uh, during that time. Uh, on the other hand, some people, uh, prefer studying in shorter blocks of time as, uh, then take a break and start again. Uh, for example, I prefer studying in shorter blocks of time as it gives me the chance to take a break and recharge my body and mind.\nExaminer: What are the likely effects of students not managing their study time?\nCandidate: Uh, if a student doesn't maintain their study time, then they tend to be overwhelmed with stress, especially during the exam time, where they have to study all the lectures, uh, at once, uh, before their exam, uh, which results in not making the right score that is- that they desired or are required. Uh, I remember this only time I did not maintain my study time and thought that I could, uh, finish the whole syllabus the night before the exam, only to find out that the whole process was very stressful and I did a very bad result.\nExaminer: How important is it for students to have enough leisure time?\nCandidate: Uh, in my opinion, it is very important, especially for students, to have enough leisure time. Uh, it does not only reduce stress and mental exhaustion, but also, uh, helps developing skills and other knowledges, uh, according to one's own preferences. Uh, in- during my school breaks, uh, and still today, during the weekends, I try to keep myself away from, uh, work or studies, and make it myself, only my day. Uh, for, uh, for example, someday I would go out, uh, in the cinemas to watch a movie. Another- other day, I would stay at home and watch movie, uh, listen to music, uh, cook some delicious foods, uh, go out for a walk or shopping, et cetera, like that.\nExaminer: Thank you. This is the end of the speaking test. Thank you very much. Thank you for joining us. Thank you.",
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  "serial": 68,
  "title": "068 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 7 – Full Test & Evaluation",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello, welcome to IBM IELTS Academy. Um, my name is Mohammad Reza Huzurbash, and today I'm your examiner for the speaking exam. Um, and what's your name, sir?\nCandidate: Um, my name is Mohammad Sadegh Ali Poo.\nExaminer: Very good. May I see your ID, please?\nCandidate: Of course.\nExaminer: So, our exams, uh, normally having three different parts. So, today, the first part is about interview. We expect you to give us, like, short answer, but very precise and right to the point. The second one would be, and the third part, of course, longer answers. Um, where are you from?\nCandidate: I'm from Spain and also I live in Spain.\nExaminer: Very good. Do you work or study?\nCandidate: I'm, um, studying. I am in twelfth grade. I am studying in, uh, science major.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Very good. Uh, do you think math is different?\nCandidate: Uh, for 11 years, yes, but, uh, this year, I don't think so, because of my teacher, he's very good man, and, uh, he's teaching very good. Because of this, I think math is too easy.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Do you learn math now? Why? Or why not?\nCandidate: Um... I learn, uh, math, of course, I learn. Uh, before coming here, I was learning math, and, um, you know, I need it because of entrance exam.\nExaminer: Um, did you do anything especial last weekend?\nCandidate: Um, as I told you, I have insurance exam because of this. I stay at home on weekends, and, um, I also study, uh, math, uh, or chemistry, or physics because of my insurance exam.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Um, what do you usually do on weekends?\nCandidate: On weekends? Now?\nExaminer: Usually.\nCandidate: Oh, usually. I, um, stay at home, and I sleep, we can say, or, uh, go out with my friends, for example, mountain climbing or something else. I enjoy my life on weekends.\nExaminer: Even I stay at home and study. Um, we're heading toward the second part, which is the cue card. I'm going to give you the paper, uh, that the questions has been- have been written on it. And, um, you will be given one minute to think about the answers and then also to take notes. And you might have, of course, paper and pencil. Thank you. This time.\nCandidate: One minute?\nExaminer: One minute. Yeah. And then two minutes to tell me and explain yourself.\nCandidate: Okay, of course.\nExaminer: Um, describe, so here, the way that we're going to begin. Describe your favourite movie or film.\nCandidate: Um...\nExaminer: When you saw it.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: What it was about, and explain why you like it.\nCandidate: Okay. I like, uh, movies from religion. Uh, you know, um, it's the truth. We show the truth. I, um... Um, I watch a serial, uh, it's about the devil that had an argument with God, and, um, its name is Lucifer. And, um, last time I, uh, watched this, uh, serial, it was, Uh, summer, and I have much free time to watch this serial, and I've finished, uh, six seasons in a week. Uh, you know, uh, I'm a movie-eater, we can say. And, um, I said it's about, uh, the world that, uh, want to fight with God, but, uh, He can't, because all of us know God is the powerfulest, uh, is the most powerful in the world. And... I like this movie, um, because, um, because of the actor, and the actress, and, uh, because of the subject, uh, the actor is Tom Ellis, uh, he's a tall, tall and thin man with very good voice, and, uh, because of this, and he can play very well.\nExaminer: Thank you very much. Thank you. For explanation. Uh, we're going to the third part. So, the third part is mainly about general questions, and it takes you, and it needs actually your general information about these questions, so you're expected to have longer answers. Why do people like black and white movies?\nCandidate: You know, uh, people, or better say myself, like to be different. And, uh, nowadays, um, about all of peoples watch modern movies, and, uh, because of this, for example, myself want to be different, so I watch black and white movies. Because- because of being different. Okay.\nExaminer: And, um, how can movies inform us about history?\nCandidate: In Iran, people, uh, nearly don't read books because they don't have enough time to read them. So, uh, the filmmakers, um, um, we can say, um, the filmmakers make that, uh, book into a movie and, Um, we can get information from a movie in less time.\nExaminer: And what is the role of a filmmaker?\nCandidate: Um, he is monitoring everything, uh, from actor- actors and actresses, and, um, the, um, text is, and, um, also the whole movie, we can say. Uh, they are in, uh, the, uh, they do the, um, more, um, than other people. Yeah.\nExaminer: Why do you think it is so?\nCandidate: I think because of- because of, uh, the generation, as you said. For example, my father liked to watch, uh, older movies because of his gen- uh, because of his generation, and myself like to watch, uh, modern movies.\nExaminer: Okay, um, thank you for the participation, thank you for your attendance to our exam, and I wish you the best.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: In the future, what come true and then happen to you.",
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  "serial": 69,
  "title": "069 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 7.5 | Mock Test | Sri Lankan Student 🇱🇰",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good evening. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name?\nCandidate: My full name is Bhikkhu Siddhartha. You can call me as Bhante.\nExaminer: Thank you. Now, in this first part of this test, I will ask you some questions about yourself. So, do you enjoy travelling?\nCandidate: Um, from my perspective, I enjoy traveling. It depends on the situation and my purpose. For example, if I want to go for the meditation, I'm fond of traveling because I can get, uh, kind of experiences, but not for just, uh, looking at scenes.\nExaminer: Okay. And, uh, what is the most interesting place you've visited?\nCandidate: Um, the place, uh, that I have visited, uh, Ruanmelisai, we call the, the Great Pagoda. That is one of the, uh, historical places in Sri Lanka. It was considered as one of the great historical places for the Buddhists. Um, usually, I visit that place for, um, at least once a year.\nExaminer: Okay. And, um, are there any other places that you travel to? Sorry.\nCandidate: Sorry. Uh... I have traveled, um, some other, uh, countries, like, uh, Myanmar, India, um, among those countries, um, one of my favorite place is, uh, there's also a Buddhist, uh, historical place in Yangon, and it's called Shwedagon, and that is one of the, uh, best place that I have visited in Myanmar.\nExaminer: Okay, and are there any places you would like to visit in the future?\nCandidate: Um, sure, um, I would like to visit also India, especially there are four sacred places, uh, that are called as four memorial places of the Buddha. Where Buddha, um, um, born, and where he enlightened, and where he gave the first, uh, Dhamma sermon, and where he passed away. So, I'd like to visit those places in future.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, let's talk about music. Uh, what type of music do you listen to the most?\nCandidate: To be honest, as a monk, we are not allowed to listen to music. However, in my lay life, I- I'm a fan of classical music.\nExaminer: Okay, now let's talk about your hobbies. Do you have any hobbies?\nCandidate: Actually, my hobby is meditation. So, practicing serenity meditation and insight meditation, and also walking meditation.\nExaminer: Okay. And, uh, how did you get interested in this hobby?\nCandidate: Um, just after my advanced level exam, I went to meditation retreat under one of prominent teacher. Um, first time he gave me instruction for insight meditation. So it was a fascinating experience. After that, I had a kind of interest and also taste of the meditation. Then, so, my interest could not be stopped. Okay.\nExaminer: And, uh, how much time do you spend on your hobbies?\nCandidate: Um, in my daily routine, I wake up almost, uh, between 4.30 and 5 a.m. So, I practice my loving-kindness meditation in the morning time. And also after lunch, I practice my walking meditation, especially paying attention for the mindfulness. At the night time, I focus for the insight meditation to scrutinize the mentality and materiality, especially based on the five aggregates.\nExaminer: Okay. And are there any hobbies you would like to start in the future?\nCandidate: Um, as a teacher, I'm teaching Pali language and, um, meditation. So I would like to teach also, uh, languages that I have learned, including Pali, Sanskrit, etc. I would like to use that as also a hobby.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Thank you. I will now share the topic with you. Okay, so your one minute starts now. Okay, so your one minute is now over and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: Um, please, please give me one minute. Sorry for that, my coughing.\nExaminer: It's okay, don't worry. Take- take your time.\nCandidate: Mm. The subject that I have learned recently is personal management. Um, I- I have been learning this personal management through, uh, one of the prominent coach in Sri Lanka. So we have, uh, three months program. I'm still, uh, learning, uh, my- my learning the personal management program. So we have, um, classes, uh, classes, uh, weekly. Um, what I am learning, actually, so we have- we have different, uh, uh, topics in the- in this, uh, program. Um, first, we have to understand our personal characteristics and our, uh, uh, drivers. Um, after that, we would, uh, we focus to learn the others' characteristics. Um, there are different archetypes of the persons. So, so we- when we understand our personal characteristics and also the others' characteristics, we can communicate well. So, communication is one of the, uh, main criteria, what we are learning in the, uh, personal management program. As a teacher and as a meditation instructor, it is very useful to teach, uh, Dharma and the discipline, and also to enhance the ethical and the spiritual life of the person. So as a Buddhist monk, my, uh, purpose is to share my dhamma knowledge that I have learned and to share my meditation experiences to enhance the life of the laities and the recluses. Um, so this personal management program is very beneficial to my life. Not only for my life, but also for others' life. So I can develop my ethical qualities as well as my spiritual qualities. When I'm giving my- when I'm giving-\nExaminer: Thank you. Your two minutes are now over. Um, now let's, um, move on and talk about learning in a bit more detail. So, how important is it to keep learning new things as you get older?\nCandidate: Um, as I remember, one of my professors told me that you will not get older once you are keep on going, you are learning. So I really appreciate that statement given by one of my professors. Um, so I say, so when we are learning till our last breath, so we are not getting old.\nExaminer: Okay. And how do people usually learn new skills today?\nCandidate: Hmm. It's a tricky question. So, you know, there are different types of, uh, ways to learn new skills. Uh, nowadays, you know, with AI, we can learn different skills, like language skills and management skills. But when we are learning some kind of, uh, the practical skills, like sewing and, uh, drawing, we should... Associate, good teacher, one who have- one who has, uh, good experiences in their area.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think formal education is the best way to learn?\nCandidate: From my perspective, we need both formal and informal education. Because when we shape the life of the people, we need both formal and informal education. Um, we need formal education to gain the knowledge with a systematical way. We need, uh, informal knowledge, hm, to develop our skills as well as our, some kind of, uh, hm, personal skills. As I mentioned, we need, uh, we- we need to know, uh, how to do some, so, daily activities, how to prepare something. It is not a formal education. We have to learn through experiences.\nExaminer: Okay, and how has the internet changed the way people learn?\nCandidate: In my opinion, um, internet has changed a lot the way of learning. As I remember, um, in 90s, in Sri Lanka, we didn't have, uh, facilities, much more facilities for the internet connections. So it was very difficult time to even download the video. So it took time, but nowadays, with this, uh, the massive development of the internet connection, within few seconds, we can download, uh, videos, and we can use AI, and we can ask a question for our research, when less than 10 seconds, we can get the full answer, very comprehensive answer from the AI.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think people learn better through practical experience or theoretical experience?\nCandidate: I would say we need both theoretical and practical experiences in our life. First, we have to learn the subject with a theoretical knowledge, for example, Medical student should learn how to make a surgery. Then, he should study under the professors and well-experienced doctors to make a surgery well. Therefore, we need both theoretical and practical knowledge to become, uh, good professionals, professionalists.\nExaminer: Thank you. We've now come to the end of this test, so I will now stop the-",
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  "serial": 70,
  "title": "070 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 4.5 | Mock Test | Bangladeshi Student 🇧🇩",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good evening. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My name is Aminovac. You can call me Aminulz, uh, because of, uh, I love my- my nickname. It is, uh, favourable for me. So, everyone call me, uh, Aminulz. So, uh, you can call me Aminulz.\nExaminer: Thank you, Aminul. Now, in the first part of this test, I will ask you some questions about yourself. So, let's start with hometown. Where is your hometown?\nCandidate: Uh, actually, my hometown in Cox's Bazar, it is south of Cox's, uh, south city of Bangladesh. It is, uh, it is one of the famous, uh, of the Bangladesh tourist destinations. There's a lot of peoples are going there, so, visiting, uh, for, uh, so, in our country. Uh, foreign, and as well as, uh, demonstrate peoples going there, uh, so is a famous, uh, er, er, city for the Bangladesh.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. And can you describe your hometown?\nCandidate: Okay. My hometown is called East Coxgates Bazar, uh, after the British, uh, colony, and there's a lot of, uh, uh, it- it was under the, uh, uh, British. After that, we got, uh, the freedoms, and, uh, it- it is called, um, uh, uh, uh, Cox, which is, uh, uh, which is name is called. But there- there- in our, uh, this city, one- one famous story, uh, because of we have a 120-kilometer wish, there's- which is, uh, famous of the tourist destinations, and as well as local peoples, and, uh, uh, there are everyone's, uh, our friendly conversations with the, uh, with the foreigner or, uh, any tourist persons who is famous for the Bangladesh.\nExaminer: Thank you. And what do you like most about your hometown?\nCandidate: Uh, when, uh, uh, now I'm living in the- another city, but when I go- when I visit in our, uh, mm, visit in our hometowns, I also, uh, uh, most of the time I spend with my friends to traveling each, uh, each other.\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you. And are there any interesting places to visit in your hometown?\nCandidate: Yes, uh, I also visited in, uh, my- I also visited my hometown, which is, uh, uh, interesting- interested place, which is called is, uh, uh, Local Bazaar. Uh, there's a lot of, uh, uh, historical, uh, historical, Uh, the market, shopping, which is called is upon tower. Uh, there's a lot of opportunity for the everyone's, uh, but it's look like amazing and architecture is also awesome. Most of people going there spend time- spend time with the friends, uh, as well as, uh, as well as couples and family. I'm also visit in theirs. I also spend their time.\nExaminer: Now let's talk about your free time. How do you usually spend your free time?\nCandidate: Actually, now, I'm busy, uh, because of, uh, uh, this is due to- it is a duration of my university. After that, when I got my free time, I'm trying to editing, uh, some video, and as well as taking the photo, uh, for the, uh, for my, uh, Instagrams and Facebooks, as well as, uh, YouTube. It is my free time I spend. I love, uh, my free time I spend with my, uh, work. When, uh, sometimes, usually, uh, when I got a long time period and I'm going to, uh, travelling with my friends, another, uh, another place where is, where most of people's visiting, there, who are enjoying their, their, I spend the time, my free time.\nExaminer: Thank you. And is there any new activity you would like to try in your free time?\nCandidate: Yes, uh, now I'm also, uh, a beginner of the editings, uh, so now I'm try to, uh, try to, um, improve my editing sector because of it is, uh, it is a- a skill as a persons. I'm a civil engineer pers- uh, civil engineer students, Department of Civil Engineers. Uh, I- I'm try to, uh, build my editing sector because it is most important in future and the present. So, I think, uh, try to improve my, uh, um, editing sector.\nExaminer: Thank you. We've now come to the end of part one of the speaking test, and we will now move over to part two. In part two, I will give you a topic and you will speak about that topic from anywhere between one and two minutes. You will have one minute to prepare. Do you understand? Thank you. Right, your one minute is now over and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: Okay, now, I'm going to talk about, uh, a special event for my, uh, life, which is, I- I like, and it was, uh, it was held in 2024, uh, my elder sister, uh, Srimani, uh, in- i- i- it was held in Cox's Badar, Conversional- Conversional Halls, which is, uh, wonderful and famous. Um, uh, when, uh, my, uh, my family also invited, uh, different kind of peoples, as well as, and the poor peoples. Uh, uh, my elder- my brother-in-law and my sisters, uh, together, uh, taking the decisions to, uh, taking, uh, loans, and the poor peoples who had no ability to going the, Any kind of, uh, conventional halls, uh, because it is also luxury, and for the peoples, and, uh, uh, we- we have no ability to going there. So, I'm, uh, we are family together, also agree this, and we are making these, uh, events, uh, and I also enjoying this, because of, in my friends, as well as my cousins, and, uh, my neighbor, Also going there, everyone get an invitation letter, and they are also enjoying, they are taking photo, and, uh, as well as, and, uh, dancing, and, uh, so everyone's, and, uh, enjoying. At this times, uh, what's happening in the, uh, is- was unacceptable for our family, at this times, uh, My grandma, uh, my grandfather, he also died at this time and, uh, people are shocked, uh, what's happening. We are- we are enjoying at this moment and, uh...\nExaminer: Thank you. Thank you. Now, let's move over to part three. So, how important do you think celebrations are in society today?\nCandidate: I think, uh, uh, celebrations is important for the society because of everyone's are, uh, everyone's are also busy in their life, uh, is working in their, uh, perspective, I believe. Uh, when they are got, uh, they are got any invitations with a cousin or any neighbor, they also are going together and enjoying. They can share each, uh, each, uh, each other. Um, uh, bad, uh, news, or any good news, or everything, they are sharing each other. So, I think that it is most important for the, uh, neighbor and everyone, not only neighbor, but also, it's also everyone's, uh, because when get, they are enjoying, and, uh, so, that's why I think it is most important.\nExaminer: Thank you. And do you think celebrations are experienced differently by different generations?\nCandidate: Yeah, now, uh, I- I think, now, day by day, it changes, uh, people's, uh, perspectives. Uh, now, generations, uh, want to be, uh, The- now, uh, generation also be change their, uh, demand, uh, and, uh, uh, we- there, uh, some peoples are also try to taking the different kind of, uh, um, uh, different kind of, uh, water, like alcohols, and take- taking the, uh, dams, And enjoying with friends. But it's- if you look that, and older peoples, they have no any, uh, demands in the- their events. Just only taking the enjoy with friends, sharing their, uh, every, uh, kind of, uh, conver- uh, conversation is natural. But I think day by day is changing, and our generation, uh, it's also be- it depend on the generation.\nExaminer: Thank you. And how will celebrations change in the future?\nCandidate: Uh, I think, um, uh, some celebra- in our pers- in our country, perspically, uh, now, uh, day by day changing, some people, uh, try to celebration in their birthday party, or the any ceremony, it is different. Uh, in, uh, in one times, in our country, most, uh, most of people, they don't, uh, try to celebrate in birthday party, but now, it day by day changing. Uh, in future, I think in every one, uh, will be- will be celebrate their, uh, birthday party, as well as, uh, every- every celebrations, they will be, uh, uh, do it. Uh, but it's previously, uh, everyone cannot, uh, uh, think it is important for the peoples.\nExaminer: Thank you. And do you think people should get a day off from work on their birthdays?\nCandidate: I think, uh, it is not important for everyone who has no any ability to do it. They can, uh, think that it is, uh, they can think it is bad. But who have, uh, money, they are going to the any kind of club, Or any, uh, any kind of hotels, they are celebrating is, uh, taking the picture in the social media. And some people who have no ability, they, uh, they feel, uh, they feel nervous. So, I think it is depend on person to persons. Uh, so, it is- will not be, uh, infect of the people.\nExaminer: Okay? And is it necessary to spend a lot of money to celebrate properly?\nCandidate: Uh, uh, in my perspective, my perspective, it is not, uh, good work, uh, spend, uh, most money on the celebrating times, uh, because of, uh, in, uh, in celebrating time, there is a lot of people are suffering, and, uh, like, and, uh, most of people are celebrating on one side of the Uh, uh, one type of the club and another side peoples are- are starting. At this time, some people are suffering and they are, uh, for the, uh, who- who are- who are the celebrate in there. So, I think it is, uh, spend- spend money is not, uh, good for everyone because of, in a poor country or developed country, there's a lot of peoples are, uh, day by day are, uh, Uh, day by day, uh, running their life, uh, without, uh, daily...\nExaminer: Thank you. We've now come to the end of this test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 71,
  "title": "071 - Band 6.5 IELTS Speaking Test | BARC T",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, Pawel, let's begin the practice test.\nCandidate: Sure.\nExaminer: How many people are there in your immediate family?\nCandidate: So, including me, there are four people in my family, uh, both of my parents and my elder brother.\nExaminer: Awesome. Who do you get on best within your family?\nCandidate: Uh, I would say with my elder brother, as we spend most of the time together, and also, we are living away from our family together, uh, so, I would say my elder brother.\nExaminer: So what do you do together with your family?\nCandidate: We actually don't get that much time together with our family, but, uh, whenever we go on vacations to our home, we spend, uh, we used to visit places and also go to restaurants to spend some quality time together, and also we gossip a lot, uh, before or after the dinner, and whenever we get time.\nExaminer: Is family important to you, and why?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, family is very important to me, uh, because they are the one who you can rely on, no matter what happens. They will support you, uh, emotionally or financially, uh, whatever you need. So, uh, they are very important to me.\nExaminer: Do you do housework at home?\nCandidate: Uh, I have to do, uh, every sorts of housework that can be imaginable for, uh, uh, for a person. Yes, I would say yes. Okay.\nExaminer: And what kind of housework do you often do?\nCandidate: Uh, basically everything, uh, starting from, uh, washing clothes to making bed and also from, uh, cleaning house to making meal, every sorts of things.\nExaminer: Did you do housework when you were a child?\nCandidate: Uh, unfortunately, no, my mother didn't let me do anything, but I used to do, uh, small things, but not, uh, mentionable.\nExaminer: Okay, so this is the end of part one, let's begin to part two. I'd like you to talk about the most useful household appliance that you have. And you should say what it is, how it works, how life would be without it. And you need to explain why it is so important to you. Okay. This is your cue card. Uh, you can take notes if you wish. It's a paper.\nCandidate: Thank you, sir.\nExaminer: Yeah. So, from now, we have one minute.\nCandidate: Thank you, sir.\nExaminer: Yes.\nCandidate: I'm good to go, sir.\nExaminer: Ready? Yes. Would you like to start?\nCandidate: Uh, yes.\nExaminer: Please.\nCandidate: So, uh, today, uh, I'm going to talk about the most, uh, important or useful appliances, uh, that is, uh, refrigerator.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Refrigerator, uh, is also commonly known as fridge, that is used to keep your foods freshness. And, uh, it's, uh, basically, uh, works with a combination of insulation, a compressor, a condense, uh, coils, and also with, uh, coolant, or that removes heat from the surface or from the food. It actually works like, uh, the cool air inside the, uh, sorry, the hot air inside the fridge, uh, goes, uh, comes into contact with the surface and gets cooler and, uh, this process continues until the desired temperature is reached and maintained. And, uh... It, uh, is very important to, uh, keep the food fresh, and I would say, uh, life would be drastically different, uh, without it, as, uh, refrigerator keeps your, um, perishable items like, uh, dairy products, fruits, and vegetables fresh, and thus resulting, uh, not going to grocery shops frequently, and hence, less expense, uh, for food items. So, it's, uh, very important and, uh, for me, I, uh, specifically as, uh, I am a bachelor and I live from the expenses that my father sends me. So, uh, it's, uh, it's very, uh, it would be very difficult for me to, uh, be, uh, spend that much money without using the refrigerator. And, uh, I usually de- use the, uh, fridge for my, uh, for the preservation of my meal preparation. For, uh, instance, I prepare the spices or the, uh, uh... Vegetables, uh, and also the, uh, meat that I will cook afterwards, I keep them in the freezer, uh, so it doesn't rot and, um, keeps fresh. And also, but it's a very healthy habit that it, uh, allows you to have the freshest food and nutritious food whenever you want, and also you can preserve, uh, drinks and also snacks, so.\nExaminer: Okay. Okay, thank you very much, uh, may I have the cue card and the pencil? Thank you very much, yes. Let's move on to part three, and I have several questions in this part. What kinds of machines are used for housework in modern homes in your country?\nCandidate: So, it was not common, uh, at least, uh, two decades ago to see advanced technologies or advanced home appliances to be used in households, but it's, uh, now very common to see every sorts of, uh, home appliances that we can- that we can see on over the internet or over the media. From, uh, starting from the washing machine to microwave oven, refrigerator, and also, uh, the- every sorts of thing, basically, are very common in my country.\nExaminer: Okay. How have these machines benefited people?\nCandidate: So, uh, it reduced the time that, uh, people used to spend on their household works. Uh, that's the most benefit- benefited thing that, uh, helped, uh, people in my country.\nExaminer: Okay. Are there any negative effects of using them?\nCandidate: Uh, I wouldn't say there are that much negative effects, because, uh, it, uh, reduces time and also, uh, makes life easier, but I would say there are some cons, as we used to see, uh, when we're- we were child, the spices were grinded by hands, and nowadays, it is used, uh, uh, the- used by, The spices are grind using the grinder or the mixer. The taste is not that much authentic right now, but it was back then, it was very delicious.\nExaminer: Do you think all new homes will be equipped with household machines in the future?\nCandidate: Uh... As technology is advancing in a rapid pace, so, it would be, uh, I wouldn't be very surprised to see, uh, the future home, uh, equipped with, uh, the advanced home appliances. So, uh, it will be very common to see, uh, future homes to rebuild with, uh, the appliances that we can imagine right now.\nExaminer: Right. Let's move on to technology. Do you think people rely too much on technology?\nCandidate: Uh, I think, uh, people, uh, do rely on, uh, technology too much as, uh, it makes them, uh, makes the works easier and makes their life easier. So, it is very common to see people using technology too much.\nExaminer: Do you think men and women view technology differently?\nCandidate: Uh... I think, uh, they view, uh, technology differently as, uh, I have read an article about it before that says that women are more, uh, unlikely to use, uh, internet or technology that much as the men's do. So, they view, I think, uh, technology differently. They see this as a complex thing to... Use.\nExaminer: Okay. Finally, let's talk about the impact of technology on employment. How have developments in technology affected employment in your country?\nCandidate: So, it, uh, made the employ- employers' or employees' life easier, as they can use technology to diff- uh, do different sorts of things, uh, more quickly than ever before. They, uh, suppose they used to spend, uh, you- making the market or, uh, Any sorts of, uh, data, they used to do it manually, but they now can use the Excel or any other sorts of, uh, applications on computer to do that. So, uh, it makes the- it made their life easier.\nExaminer: My last question to you is, some people think that technology has brought more stress than benefits to employed people nowadays. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?\nCandidate: Uh, to some extent, it's true, but I wouldn't fully agree on that, because, uh, as it- it made the employees' life a bit difficult, because they can do more work than ever before, than they used to do before. Uh, as things are- things got very easier to do, the workload is more Uh, than they used to, uh, do. But, uh, I wouldn't say it, uh, is very- it's- it's a very bad thing. Uh, it- it's- it's not- it's not stressful. Uh, it's productivity, I see. Uh, I see that way.\nExaminer: Thank you very much. Pawel, thank you for joining us. Thanks a lot.\nCandidate: Thank you so much.",
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  "serial": 72,
  "title": "072 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 6.5 | Mock Test | Bangladeshi Student 🇧🇩",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good afternoon. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name?\nCandidate: Good afternoon. My full name is Shakil Sikdar. You can call me Shakil.\nExaminer: Thank you, Shakil. Now, in the first part of this test, I will ask you some questions about yourself. So, let's talk about hobbies. Do you have any hobbies or interests?\nCandidate: Yeah, I do have hobbies like, uh, listening to music. When I get free time, I love listening to music. That's, uh, one I do every day.\nExaminer: Okay, and how often do you spend time on your hobbies?\nCandidate: Well, to be honest, I spend my most of the time on my hobbies because I love Uh, hobbies, uh, like listening to music, like I said before. And another thing is when I get some more free time, I like playing cricket and football, which helps me to get, uh, into shape.\nExaminer: Okay. And would you like to take up a new hobby in the future?\nCandidate: Yeah, for sure. Because I love, uh, trying different kinds of things. Recently, I have been thinking that I will take up, uh, reading books that will help me to get, uh, better, uh, reading skills, which is important, and it will help me to, uh, develop my English skills in the future.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think hobbies are important for everyone?\nCandidate: Uh, well... I do think that because if you have hobbies, it will help you set some goals that will, uh, encourage you to do something better for your career. Like, if I don't have hobbies, I will- I won't get interest in my life, uh, what I will do in the future. So I think everybody should have hobbies.\nExaminer: Hmm. Okay. Now let's talk about food. What kind of food do you usually eat?\nCandidate: Uh, well, this is an interesting question because I love eating food. I am a foodie actually. Uh, but most of the time I, uh, eat food which are cooked by my mother because my mother is a very good chef and I love eating Uh, the food, what he cook.\nExaminer: Okay. And is there any type of food you don't like?\nCandidate: Uh, to be honest, I don't like fast food nowadays because I- when I have known that, uh, fast food is not good for health, I have been avoiding the food since then. Then, uh, now I am trying to eat, uh, food which is nutritious.\nExaminer: Okay. And how important do you think it is to have a balanced diet?\nCandidate: Well, uh, I think it's very important because if you don't have a balanced diet, you will, uh, get sick. You can get sick. And most of the time you should always have some food that will help you to be nutritious in your daily life.\nExaminer: Okay, now let's talk about traveling. Do you enjoy traveling?\nCandidate: Yeah, I love enjoy- I love traveling because I think traveling is the most important thing in human- human's life because if you travel, you will- it will, uh, improve your mental health. Uh, most of the time when I get stressed because of my studies or Uh, any kind of, uh, thing that is, uh, troubling me, I'll try to travel. Uh, I'll try to go for a short journey that will- that helps me to, uh, refresh my mind.\nExaminer: Hmm. And how often do you travel?\nCandidate: Uh, very often because for traveling, you need money. And that's what I need, uh, because I am a student, I don't have enough money. When I get money, I try to travel.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yeah, I got it.\nExaminer: Thank you. I will now share the topic. Okay, your one minute is now over and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: I would like to talk about a memorable trip that I have had in my, uh, my free time. The trip I'm gonna talk about is, uh, Long Journey. Uh, it was, uh, my first, uh, long trip with my uncle and auntie. Uh, I wanted to go somewhere to refresh my mind because I was very stressed with my study schedule. That's why my uncle and auntie, uh, offered me to go on a trip. And I went with them. So it was very memorable because it was the first time I went to a long journey and I had very, uh, very much fun. It was a pretty- it was a very good trip because there was so much thing to do. First of all, I did, uh, A boat journey. Uh, there was a Kapthai Lake, which is very famous. Uh, I must say it was very, uh, enjoying because we, uh, we, uh, roamed around the whole Kapthai Lake by, uh, this boat. And there was almost 20 people. Everybody was, uh, uh, exhilarating because the trip they are hap- they were having. was full of, uh, fun and activities. Then we went, uh, so many hills, because Rangamata is known for its colorful hills and temples. Uh, there were- there were so many, um, local people who were selling some, uh, stuff that were made by their, uh, hands. So, I was very, uh, Okay, thank you.\nExaminer: Let's move on and talk about travel and tourism in more detail. So, why do people enjoy travelling to new places?\nCandidate: Well, I think people, uh, love traveling, uh, because they want to explore different places, and it will help them to, uh, discover different kind of, uh, culture and different people that are very interesting for them. That's why they love, uh, this, uh, they love traveling different kind of places.\nExaminer: Okay. And what are the benefits of tourism for a country?\nCandidate: I think, uh, tourism is, uh, is one of the greatest industry, uh, because it will, uh, help to grow a economy- a country's economy. Uh, for example, in my country, there are lots of tourist, uh, tourist attractions, which is important, uh, important, uh, which, uh, plays an important role to grow our country's economy, like Cox's Bazaar. Uh, lots of, uh, tourists come to- come- come to Cox's Bazaar and spend a lot of money. As a result, the country has, uh, uh, gaining- gained a lot of money. So, I think this way, tourism can help.\nExaminer: Okay. And are there any negative effects of tourism on local communities?\nCandidate: Uh, well, I don't think so, but some, uh, way the tourism can affect, uh, local people because some tourists don't like to be cautious about the environment. They just ruin the surrounding where they spend time after\nExaminer: And do you think it's better to travel alone or with other people?\nCandidate: Uh, well, I have a different opinion about this because, uh, I'm into mind about this because, uh, some, uh, people like to prefer, uh, traveling alone because it helps them to get, uh, some, their time to, uh, explore their opinion. On the other hand, uh, some people like to travel with their friends because they don't like to be alone and For me, I love, uh, traveling with people. So this is my opinion.\nExaminer: Okay. And how can people make their travel more eco-friendly?\nCandidate: Uh, well, uh, this is an interesting question because, uh, uh, people, I think people, uh, can, uh, make their traveling eco-friendly. Uh, with some, uh, a little bit, uh, effort. Uh, some people don't like to be cautious about their stuff. They just, uh, for example, they just, uh, eat something and don't clean, uh, what they eat. After, uh, eating, they, uh, put some, their, they put their rubbish, uh, on the place where they spent time. Uh, but... Uh, some people are very cautious, uh, like, they don't like to waste, they don't like to, uh, put something that can create the environment, uh, dirty. So they, uh, people should be, uh, careful about the environment. As a result, they will be able to, uh, make the place eco-friendly.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. We've now come to the end of this test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 73,
  "title": "073 - Band 6 5 IELTS Speaking Interview | British American Resource Center",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello, Nafiq. Welcome to the speaking practice test. I think this will help you in your IELTS real exam. Okay, so let's begin. Do you often go out in the evening?\nCandidate: Well, in the evening, I do often go out with my friends, especially, as I like to go out with them most.\nExaminer: What do you like to do when you go out?\nCandidate: Uh, well, whenever I go out, I like to take a walk and enjoy the scenic view. If I get any kind of cravings for food, then I go to the stalls, uh, and get any kind of, like, street vendor foods.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you prefer going out on your own or with friends?\nCandidate: Uh, rather than going out on my own, I like to go out with my friends because whenever I'm out with my friends, I don't feel any kind of boring or dullness. Rather, I enjoy every moment of my going out.\nExaminer: How often do you go out in a week?\nCandidate: Well, if I be honest here, I don't go out usually once or twice in a week. Rather, I go out once or twice in a month.\nExaminer: Where do most young people like to go out in your country?\nCandidate: Uh, well, in case of my country, most young people like to go to TSC, where park and many street vendors are available. They go there and enjoy themselves.\nExaminer: Okay, so this is the end of speaking part one. I would like to start the speaking part two. In this part, you have to describe a time You were late for something, and you should say when it was, why you were late, how people reacted to you being late, and explain what happened because you were late. So, this is the cue card, and you have one minute to prepare. You can take notes if you wish. Okay, so from now, your time begins.\nCandidate: So I'm done.\nExaminer: Are you ready?\nCandidate: Yes, sir.\nExaminer: Would you like to start?\nCandidate: Yes, sir.\nExaminer: Please.\nCandidate: Okay. So, as a- as a person, I'm very punctual, but whenever I have any kind of occasions or class, I try to go out prior of the time, but sometimes my luck doesn't favour me. So, for that reason, I become late in most of the time. At one time, I faced, uh, late, uh, in my sister's marriage- in my sister's marriage occasion, and it was being held outskirts of the city. As I was outside of the city, I- my place was very far away from the marriage occasion. So, I had to take pass to reach the- reach the place. But there wasn't any kind of airport or train station available in- in the near of the establishment where her marriage was being held. So I had to take bus, and bus literally came to the bus station after half an hour, so already I was late. After that, when- when I was, uh, one hour, uh, one hour far away from the establishment where the marriage ceremony was being held, there was so much traffic congestion that the bus couldn't even move. At that time, my parents were calling me where I was, what I was doing. I called them and explained that I- I'm very frustrated right now, as I'm in a very hard traffic jam, I- I can't get out of it. And they were very sad to hear it, and I told them that, you have to continue the marriage without me. Then, they continued the marriage, when- when I reached the place, The relative, especially the in-laws of my sister, they were very sad because I couldn't, uh, attend the Nika, uh, the traditional marriage which, uh, held in our country.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay.\nCandidate: Thank you very much.\nExaminer: So, may I have the paper, please?\nCandidate: Sure.\nExaminer: And the pencil.\nCandidate: Thank you very much.\nExaminer: So, let's move on to part three, and we have several questions for you. The first question is, why do we have rules in society?\nCandidate: Well, rules, in my opinion, rules is very essential for our society. Without rules, there will be fighting and war going on among the people. For the rules, people live in harmony and in peace, peaceful. As there is rule exist in the society, there is always justice and fairness is available.\nExaminer: Do you think it's necessary to set up rules about overworking people?\nCandidate: I think it is especially, uh, essential for over-ranking people to set up some kind of rules for them. In this competitive, uh, working zone, people are being, uh, too much of- or alcoholic nowadays. For that, they're facing burnouts, being stressed too much, and they're also having many health issues. If their proper rules are established for- just like limitations of working hours and how many times they can work, uh, they can easily- they can easily avoid those health, uh, uh, hazards.\nExaminer: What are some examples of rules that exist in many families?\nCandidate: Well, there are two primary rules I can tell from my experience. Uh, one rule is that, uh, coming home before 8- 8 p.m. It is a very essential ru- rule f- of every family, because if pa- parents don't give children the- the rule of coming home early, The children easily can get spoiled and they tend to stay late at night outside. And another rule is that I'm gonna talk about is that, um, uh, uh, eating together with family in a dining room. Because in- after eating together in a- in a dining room with the family, it help us to bond more and talk about what we have done all throughout the day with our family members. It helps to create a more strong bond.\nExaminer: What are some rules that exist in schools or workplaces in your country?\nCandidate: Well, in case of my country, I think the most primary two rules are, uh, first, be disciplined, and, uh, uh, behave well to the upper ranks, because if workers and students don't behave well and don't respect the upper ranks, there will be a very bad fighting going on, and the environment will be in chaos. And another rule I'm gonna talk about is that,\nExaminer: Do you think that the students themselves should have a say in what kinds of school rules there are?\nCandidate: Well, uh, in my opinion, I think students should have kind of opinion or say what kind of rule they're available in school because they are the main people, the, uh, main persons who are gonna be under the rules. And they obviously gotta have any, um, any kind of opinion towards it. And the- and their opinion matters most to the schools. And schools can also hear their opinions and, uh, guide their rules according to it.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much. This is the end of the speaking test. Thank you for joining.\nCandidate: Thank you, sir.\nExaminer: Thank you very much.",
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  "serial": 74,
  "title": "074 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 5.5 | Bangladeshi Student 🇧🇩",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good afternoon. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Okay, sir. My full name is Amri Khairul Islamridon. You may address me as Khairul.\nExaminer: Thank you, Khairul. Now, in this first part of the test, I will ask you some questions about yourself. So, let's talk about technology. Do you use technology often?\nCandidate: Yes, I use technology more frequently because I have smartphone and laptop. I use them for my study purpose, sometimes for texting or calling my parents.\nExaminer: Okay. And what is your favorite piece of technology?\nCandidate: Okay, uh, it's my mobile phone. Uh, I love my mobile phone because it's really convenient. I can use it anytime and it's really, uh, useful to me.\nExaminer: Okay. And how has technology made your life easier? Okay.\nCandidate: Uh, for, uh, first time, I cannot text my parent as I'm, uh, live in, uh, first city, but now I can use it for texting or calling parent within a second, or it's made my life quite convenient because I can study through it by online course and watch them.\nExaminer: Okay. And are there any disadvantages of using technology?\nCandidate: Uh, yes. Uh, technology has some, uh, drawbacks. Like, if you use it in bad way, uh, it will harmful for your physical or mental state. Like, if you addicted to the game or sometimes, like, social media, it will affect your study.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, let's talk about leisure. How do you usually spend your free time?\nCandidate: Okay, uh, in my free time, I love to hang out with my friend, uh, go to have a coffee, sometimes read books. This usually, uh, give me inner peace.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you like spending your free time indoors or outdoors?\nCandidate: Uh, as I like to, as I like to, uh, talk with my friend or roaming with them with, uh, outside. So, I like to go outside where I can go restaurant or sometime for any garden where I can quite, uh, peaceful place find.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you prefer spending free time alone or with others?\nCandidate: Okay, uh, it depends on my mood. If I am disappointed or frustrated, then I prefer alone, or if I'm happy, I have some free time, so I call my friend to come with my home and sometimes go for cinema.\nExaminer: Okay, now let's talk about food. What kind of food do you usually eat?\nCandidate: Okay, uh, in my daily meal, I like to eat fish curry with rice. It's a traditional dish of Bangladesh, and it's really delicious and mouthwatering.\nExaminer: Okay, and is there a type of food that you don't like?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, uh, some food has that I don't like, like, uh, vegetable. I don't like much vegetable. I like mutton. It's my, uh, cup of tea, like,\nExaminer: Hmm, okay, and do you prefer eating at home or eating out?\nCandidate: Okay, uh, actually, I like eating out because I can have my favorite food outside. Uh, this opportunity, I cannot get my home. As I am a bachelor, I have to, uh, depend on my dormitory mates.\nExaminer: Hmm. And how important do you think it is to have a healthy diet?\nCandidate: Okay, uh, it's really crucial because, uh, we need to have, uh, a healthy lifestyle. Uh, if you went- don't went in, uh, keep- you can be a sedentary lifestyle because, uh, it's, uh, give you a full energetic high, also provides so many benefit in your, uh, body.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic, and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But, before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk, and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Okay, sir.\nExaminer: Okay, your one minute is now over, and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: Well, I'm going to describe a useful skill that I had developed, and it is really useful in my daily life, that was learning English speaking. Uh, by the way, uh, in two years ago, I had made a decision that I will learn English, as it's an international language, and it is a main language of 25 countries, so I had to learn it, and I started taking online course, coaching in my, uh, uh, school at... After that, my teacher said that you can learn it through your mobile phone, watching videos, read article, and Also, you can use your AI board to speaking- develop your speaking skills. And it took, like, two years and, uh, two months to develop speaking level. And at first, I was quite a bit nervous and feel shy to talk with people in English, as it is not my first language. My mother tongue is Bangla, so I have to burning midnight oil to learn this, uh, language, and... Uh, when I was fully prepared to speak with others, it like- it felt like, uh, is really useful and, uh, I was over the moon when I speak to foreigner within the video conference because English is really useful in business purpose or international trade and if you have any job or if you want to study abroad, it is really matter to know English properly, to speak with your roommate or Stick with your teacher. So, this is useful in my life, by the way. I am now taking a, uh, I am pursuing my bachelor in a, uh, in a Thank you.\nExaminer: Let's now move on to talk about skills and education in more detail. So, what are some important skills children should learn?\nCandidate: Uh, the most essential skill that children can develop that is speaking or learning English. It is really useful in their future life, as it is required to learn English for better education, better, uh, lifestyle, or sometimes for international business purpose. If you- they learn it in their early days, they will be able to speak with others in a flu-\nExaminer: Okay, and is it better to focus on one skill or to learn many different skills?\nCandidate: Okay, uh, from my perspective, I think everyone should learn many skills, should develop, uh, too much skill to better their CV because you cannot focus in one skill. If you learn just, uh, computer engineering, it will affect your study purpose, like, Now we have AI, it can be replaced your, um, uh, job. So, you have to learn, uh, too many skills that will really benefit in your future. Uh, you can use in your job sector, or if you start your business, you can use in this. So, learning, uh, to, uh, various, uh, skill, uh, is essential for nowadays.\nExaminer: Okay, and how can schools help students develop life skills?\nCandidate: So, our school institution should, uh, keep a strict curriculum that promote learning practical or development like English literature, reading books, or sometimes it can offer a student to, uh, study about their, uh, interest or field that will really help a student to develop their mindset and also develop their, uh, Real practical knowledge about, uh, the field they'd want to- they want to study.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think practical skills are more important than academic skills?\nCandidate: Okay? From my perspective, both are important. Uh, if you just know about theoretical, uh, skill, it will not help you in a practical way. Or, if you just have practical knowledge, it cannot help you in theoretical knowledge. You need to mix both knowledge in a sensible way that you'll be your backbone. You will use it in various way. It will help you to, uh, mix and, uh, develop your skill in a better way.\nExaminer: Okay. And what role does technology play in learning new skills?\nCandidate: Okay, uh, uh, for me, technology, uh, could- sir, please, could you elaborate the question again?\nExaminer: Yep, um, yeah, and what role does technology play in learning new skills?\nCandidate: Okay, uh, so, from my perspective, technology play a crucial role to learning or developing new skill, because you can easily, uh, learn any skill from technology. You can use YouTube, Facebook, there are many content creators, uh, upload video of skill you can acquire from reading articles. So, it is really beneficial, or you can use technology like AI. It will give you information about what you want to learn, What do you want to occur in your, uh, daily basis or about your skill?\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. We've now come to the end of this speaking test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 75,
  "title": "075 - Band 7 IELTS Speaking Test | Fluency matters",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello Tasmiyah, welcome to the speaking practice test. I have several questions and I'm going to ask you one by one. Particularly the speaking module is divided into three parts. Part one, part two, and part three. So I'm going to ask you questions in part one. Where do you buy most of your clothes?\nCandidate: For traditional outfits, I prefer a band called Sailor, and for Western outfits, I usually like to go on Teen's Club. Their clothes are trendy and fashionable, also they're in my budget.\nExaminer: Okay. How often do you buy new clothes for yourself?\nCandidate: Not pretty often, I would say. I buy my everyday wares in bulk for every two or three months apart, and as for traditional clothes, or for any festivals or other events, I buy them occasionally.\nExaminer: How do you decide which clothes to buy?\nCandidate: I generally go to the mall and visit my favorite brands. I explore their clothings and pick some dresses which I like. I then try them on in the trial rooms, then select.\nExaminer: Okay. Have you ever bought clothes online?\nCandidate: Yes, I have several times, but sometimes I was unsatisfied with the products because it didn't look the same in the photos and in real life.\nExaminer: Okay, Tasmiyah, this is the end of part one. Let's begin the part two. In this part, you have to describe an interesting discussion you had about how you spend your money. You should say who you had the discussion with, Why you discussed this topic, what the result of the discussion was, and explain why this discussion was interesting for you. You have one minute to prepare. This is your cue card, and you have a piece of paper to take notes. So from now, your time begins. So, Tasmiyah, your time is up. Would you like to start now, please?\nCandidate: Yes, sir. So, I discussed about how I spend my money with one of my friends, Labib. I was hoping he could give me some valuable suggestions about how I can save up for my Thailand trip, as I was planning to go there with my cousins, but my savings are not enough right now. I spend most of my money on foods and the rest I use buying clothes, accessories, and for my pets, so I can barely save up any money. He not only He suggested many great ways to increase my income, but also how I can manage my expenses. So, he told me about credit cards, and he suggested me that many banks give loans as well, and discounts at many stores. He also told me that I should maintain a proper, uh, notebook to keep track of my expenses.\nExaminer: Right.\nCandidate: Then, I started doing that, and since then I progressed a lot, so I think this was a very helpful and exciting conversation for me, as now I can manage my finance more efficiently.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much. May I have the paper and the pencil, please? Okay, thank you very much, thanks a lot. Let's move on to part three, and I have several questions in this part. Questions are related to money and young people. Okay. Why do some parents give their children money to spend each week?\nCandidate: There can be many reasons. It could be for food money, it could be for school supplies, accessories, or hanging out with their friends. Most importantly, it can be for safety purpose. If they fall in any trouble, they can help themselves out of that.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you agree that schools should teach children how to manage money?\nCandidate: Yes, I think they should because children these days are not very good at spending money. They don't know how to spend it well or efficiently and they don't really know the value of it. So, if schools start teaching how to manage money, they would probably make better use of it and be more respectful to their parents' efforts.\nExaminer: Do you think it is a good idea for students to earn money while studying?\nCandidate: I don't think it's only a good idea, it's a must. In today's economy, we need money to survive, and it's very necessary to start it from an early age. It will help in career building, and students can help themselves, uh, to support\nExaminer: Okay. Okay. Um, do you think it is true that in today's society, money cannot buy happiness?\nCandidate: Although I wouldn't say money can buy happiness, it surely does help. If a person is unable to pay for his foods, clothes, or shelters, will he be really happy? But also, we can't ignore the fact that no amount of money can't buy you health, love, or loyalty. So... Money cannot buy happiness, but it can help.\nExaminer: What disadvantages are there in a society where the gap between rich and poor is very large?\nCandidate: I think the main disadvantages is the rich people keep getting richer and the poor become poorer. The rich people live extravagant lives where the poor can barely survive.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: And it's not illegal to be rich or to have a gap between rich and poor.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: But it's very immoral and unethical as the poor have to suffer a lot.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think richer countries have a responsibility to help poorer countries?\nCandidate: It is more of a moral responsibility than a legal one. They're not bound to help the poor countries, but I think they should do it for the sake of humanity.\nExaminer: Okay, Tasmiyah, thank you very much. Thanks for joining us. Thanks a lot.\nCandidate: Okay sir, welcome.",
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  "serial": 76,
  "title": "076 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 4 | Bangladeshi Student",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good afternoon. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Okay. My full name is Sanjotaraya Anna and you may call me Anna. It's my nickname.\nExaminer: Thank you, Anna. Now, in the first part of this test, I will ask you some questions about yourself. So, what is your favorite type of food?\nCandidate: Well, there are several type of foods I liked, and I think, most of the time, I like pepper with the biryani and khachi, because it's my favorite food. And sometimes I go outside with my friends and my family members to- to go outside, and after that, I- we ate- go restaurant, and we, uh, took, you know, we ate my- we- we take, you know, we ate our favorite food.\nExaminer: Thank you. And do you prefer eating at home or at restaurants?\nCandidate: Uh, actually, we pe- uh, I prefer both, because, you know, go outside and, uh, outside, uh, eat, uh, it's, uh, not benefit for our health. And we- when we eat our home, it- it's actually healthy. And we make it- it so much, uh, healthier dishes like rice, uh, fish, fish curry, meat, etc. Okay. Okay.\nExaminer: And is there a food you would like to try in the future?\nCandidate: In my future, I would like to eat, uh, some delicious food and if I get any chance, I go abroad and I take their, er, cultural food.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, let us talk about work. Do you work or are you a student?\nCandidate: Uh, at the moment, I'm a student. Few days ago, I was completed my ACC exam, and right now, I'm prepared for my IELTS, and I- in my future, I go abroad for- that's why I'm a student.\nExaminer: Okay, and what do you enjoy most about your studies?\nCandidate: Uh, in my studies, I actually liked Nobel. And sometimes, when I was free, that time, I tried to, uh, do new things, studies, like, Nobels, news, read to newspapers. And sometimes, I watching some videos, like, English literature movies.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you... Uh, okay. And do you like studying alone or studying with your friends?\nCandidate: Uh, actually, I like to study alone, because, uh, in a group study, I think it's not, uh, prefer- prefer for my- uh, it's not, uh, actually prefer for myself, because, uh, when we read, uh, with our friends, that time, we- uh, we gossip one- other, uh, ourselves, and, uh, most of the time, we cannot read. So, I- all the time prefer alone study.\nExaminer: Okay. Now let's talk about your hobbies. What do you like to do in your free time?\nCandidate: Uh, okay. In my free time, I do lots of things, like, I listen to music, and, uh, I read some things, like, novels, newspapers. Most of the times, uh, in my free time, for my family members, and to go outside with my friends, to go sleeping with, uh, them.\nExaminer: Okay, and are there any hobbies you have been doing for a long time?\nCandidate: Uh, doing for a long time, I prefer to go outside and, uh, go see with my friends and taking some pictures. And sometimes I prefer with, uh, study with my, uh, friends or to go to the cooking center.\nExaminer: Okay. And, do you think hobbies are important?\nCandidate: Yeah, obviously, hobbies are important for every people, because, uh, there are no person who has no hobby. Because, uh, every people have hobby, they do many- they try to do many things, and many people have their dream.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic, and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But, before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk, and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, so here is your topic and your one minute starts now. Okay, your one minute is now over and you may begin to speak. Okay.\nCandidate: Uh, now I would like a- like, how about a hobby I inter- or interest- I enjoy in my free time? Okay, my hobby is gardening, you know, and most of the time I try, you know, to go outside and with, you know, guard- try to grow, you know, some things like vegetables or another, um, Okay? And, in my free time, I would, uh, like it, try to, And, uh, sometimes me and my father to growing, grows, uh, free farming. I have- we have a farm and me and my father to go, uh, to our farm and grow some vegetables and, uh, like, uh, and grow up some things. Uh, especially for my weekend, because, uh, you know, right now, currently I'm a student, so I haven't enough time to, uh, every day help my father, so sometimes I go, um, I go my f- sometimes I- sorry.\nExaminer: Hmm. Okay, thank you. Now, let's move on to talk about your hobbies and your free time in more detail. So, why is it important for people to have hobbies?\nCandidate: Uh, why hobbies, okay? Uh, people, uh, has important for their hobbies, like, uh, they try to do new something, and, uh, they do, Work purpose because, uh, every people has hobbies and, uh...\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think hobbies should be educational or just for fun?\nCandidate: Um, many peoples have, uh, hobbies, uh, educational, like, uh, they try, complete their studies and do some things, like, many peoples prepare to the nursing doctors, and, uh, some peoples who try to go abroad is their hobbies, and, uh, many peoples who have, uh, another hobbies, like, uh, they do help their father, mother, and... And- and many things.\nExaminer: Okay. And how can people find new hobbies?\nCandidate: Uh, I think, uh, many people find their hobbies in their childhood. And whenever they try to elder, their, uh, their hobbies are changed. Because, uh, sometimes they are changed. Because, uh, in their childhood, uh, they have things a lot of, I- you know, I will do many things. And, me too, I- in my childhood, I would be a doctor, but, er, currently, er, my, er, hobby is, I, er, I, in my future, I go abroad.\nExaminer: Okay. And, are there any hobbies that are becoming less popular?\nCandidate: Sorry, sir?\nExaminer: Are there any hobbies that you think are becoming less popular?\nCandidate: Uh, actually, many people who have to, you know, who want to go abroad, and, uh, I think is there less, uh, hobbies in our country, because, uh, in our country, there, um, It's- it's errant.\nExaminer: It's okay. Er, thank you. We've now come to the end of this speaking test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 77,
  "title": "077 - Band 6 IELTS Speaking Test Interview | 2024",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Welcome to the IELTS Speaking Practice Test. I have several questions for you, and this test is divided into three parts. Part one, part two, and part three, namely. I have few questions in part one. Let's begin. Do you usually take photos?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, I usually take photos, uh, with my phone, uh, especially when I, um, travel to any place, I would take, uh, hundreds of photos. I love to take photos, especially selfies.\nExaminer: How do you keep your photos?\nCandidate: Uh, I- usually I keep my photos on my phone, uh, on Google Drive. Uh, this technology really helps a lot to securing the photos, uh, very effectively.\nExaminer: And do you keep your photographs on your computer?\nCandidate: Absolutely. As computer has a great space, uh, a large amount of photos can be easily kept on computers. So I do keep photos in the computer.\nExaminer: And have you framed any of your photos?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, certainly. Uh, I have framed a couple of photos, uh, of my family, and especially on some special gatherings, I gift some of my photos which I have framed to my family members.\nExaminer: Thank you. This is the end of part one. Let's move on to part two. You have to describe an occasion when you forgot something important. And you should say what you forgot, how important it was, some possible reasons why you forgot it. Okay? This is your cue card. Paper, if you'd like to take any note. From now, you have one minute to prepare. Your time begins now. Okay, Tansy, your time is up. Would you please start?\nCandidate: Okay. A special occasion I remember when I forgot, uh, something important, uh, was, uh, the train ticket. I remember, uh, last month, um, I was, uh, attending, uh, a family program. I, um, so I have to... Go to the railway station, or to, um, in- in a train, um, but, um, I- I just found that I didn't bring my tr- online, I didn't bring my ticket. So, um, uh, I, in most of the time, I buy ticket from online, but, uh, in that time, I remember, uh, when I, uh, Um, uh, we went to the, um, uh, railway station, I, the, um, I have to buy ticket, um, and, uh, I, I, and I keep it in my home. But I, when, but in, when the, I was about to get on the train, I forgot to bring it. And, uh, um, that time, I just found that, um, I didn't bring ticket, and it would be very tough to, uh, go without ticket in a train. So, um, I, um, then, um, I got, um, in my... I went my home, and get the ticket, and inform the railway station manager that, uh, about this incident. And, yes, this experience, uh, it was very, um, exciting, and I learned a lot, um, that, uh, um, someone might forgot things, which can bring problem in the future.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much. Would you please give me the paper and the pencil? Thank you very much. Okay, let's move on to part three, and I have several questions in this part. Do you think it's important to have a good memory?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, it is very important to have a good memory, because, um, good memory, by, er, good memory, a person can easily, uh, remember a lot of things, and, uh, if a person, uh, can remember, uh, those important things, it would be very beneficial for him or her.\nExaminer: Why do sometimes people forget things?\nCandidate: Um, there are various causes, for example, for instance, uh, because of depression, and too much stress, people might forgot, uh, some important things, uh, which are important to remember, uh, and, uh, because of the, um, much work stuff, uh, in their daily life, people easily forgot some important things in their daily life.\nExaminer: Which do you think is more important to remember, a business meeting or a meeting with a friend?\nCandidate: I would say a business meeting would be more important than meeting with a friend, because for a business meeting, a person has, uh, it- it relates to his work, and it is, uh, quite important. Uh, on the other hand, uh, meeting with a friend could be a casual meeting, and a friend might understand the situation that his friend might, uh, forgot, uh, the situation of meeting him. That's why I think a business meeting is quite significant.\nExaminer: Okay. Are there any things that are especially important for people to memorize?\nCandidate: Yes, there are certain things, for instance, birthdays, some people might get upset if their family members doesn't remember their birthdays. On the other hand, besides, phone numbers are quite important to remember if a person's stuck in a situation and he has to call somebody, and so phone number really helps in that.\nExaminer: Okay. Let's move on from memory to family history. Okay. Why do people want to remember their family history?\nCandidate: Um, there are some certain reasons, um, for instance, uh, they can know about their background, um, more well, and, um, they can know about their characteristics, and, um, some people have a fascination to know more deeply about their ancestors.\nExaminer: Right.\nCandidate: And this had a great influence on them, um, and they do various types of research about them, and these are the reasons why people want to know about their ancestors.\nExaminer: And what can you do to learn more about your family history?\nCandidate: Well, I can do a couple of things. Uh, firstly, I would talk to my grandfather about his ancestors and get- and collect lots of information. Besides, I can talk to my relatives about their whereabouts, where they used to live, And, uh, I can collect information about, um, their background, uh, in which, uh, region they would stay. And by doing these researches, and I think, um, in this way I can know about more about my family history.\nExaminer: Thank you, Tanzir, for your time. This is the end of the speaking test.",
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  "serial": 78,
  "title": "078 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 5.5 | Bangladeshi Student",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good afternoon. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Well, my full name is Jia Rahman. You can call me Jia.\nExaminer: Thank you. Now, in the first part of this test, I will ask you some questions about yourself. So, let's start with food. What is your favourite type of food?\nCandidate: Well, uh, my favorite food is, uh, biryani. It's, uh, it's very popular in our local area. I belong from Chaturambimishan in, uh, in, uh, Bangladesh, so, there is so popularity, uh, about this food, and it's very delicious, so, uh, whenever I have chance in my ma- any, uh, occasion, and any of my, uh, happiness, I become a- for any reason, I try to, uh, ex- uh, experience this, uh, this food in my- in my time.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you prefer eating at home or at restaurants?\nCandidate: Well, uh, I mostly prefer for, uh, family food and my fam- my mother also always very strict about that, that I not eat anything outside and that's why I am, uh, used to eating in my family food and I recommend for, uh, family food as well.\nExaminer: Okay. And is there a food you would like to try in the future?\nCandidate: Uh, well, uh, I have some, uh, plan that I have to, uh, explore many different food, and it's, uh, one position if I to, uh, take it. It's number one is Hyderabadi Biryani. It's not our country's food. It's, uh, Indian food. And I have planned that in future, if I able to reach there, I definitely try my best to experiment this kind of, uh, food.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, let's talk about work. Do you work? Or are you a student?\nCandidate: Uh, right now, I am still a student. I am just, uh, uh, recently completed my BBA and MBA as well. And now, I just focusing for my another, uh, degree in abroad. That's why I am now taking my preparation on IELTS.\nExaminer: Okay. And... What kind of work would you like to do in the future?\nCandidate: Uh, as a student of accounting background, I have some plan in future to, uh, change management in, uh, related with my study that help me to boost myself and also related in, uh, some experiment with my field that I help to management, uh, in hotel management as- as well as in other field that, uh, I have interest in recent time because of some assignment I did in previous time Uh, according to my professor's suggestion, and that's helped me to move forward for dispersing my next step in, uh, management and, uh, more for the chain management, maybe.\nExaminer: Okay. Now let's talk about your hobbies. What do you like to do in your free time?\nCandidate: Well, uh, in my free time, I mostly wanted to sing. Uh, I love singing and whenever I chance and I get, uh, stressed and I am not well, uh, I love to sing and it's, uh, it's helped me to overcome some difficult situation and also helped me some encourage and refreshment in my life.\nExaminer: Okay. And are there any hobbies you have been doing for a long time?\nCandidate: Well, uh, from my perspective, I also love to work in social activities, and I engaged from my childhood, and this is, uh, one of the things that still, uh, Very much attached to me in anywhere, and I do many activities in social work in- because of some, uh, problem we faced in our countryside, because we're near Bay of Bengal, and, uh, that's the many problem created in several years, and it's helped me to help many people throughout my country, and I still, uh, have some plan in future also to maintain this work.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic. And I would like you to think about this topic for one to two minutes. But, before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk, and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes, I understand.\nExaminer: Okay, I will share the topic with you now. Okay, so your one minute starts now. Okay, your one minute is now over and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: Well, I would like to talk about one of my hobby, that's- is singing. And I love to singing, and it is come from my high school life. It's out of the blue, I just singing one of my free time, and, and my- all of the friends noticed, and they appreciate, uh, the way I sing, and they encourage me in this field to, uh, more, uh, to lis- sing in front of them. That's why I have some, um, deep connection with that, and I, I also focus on singing. In this way, I, uh, sometimes, you know, from my teachers and my, uh, beloved friend request, I love to, uh, attend many, uh, many parties, many organizations that I can perform. And from, uh, from my school invitation. And in this way, it's increased my interest on singing. And it's not a professional thing. I just, it's continue in, in work field just as a, uh, hobby and a fashion. And I am still, uh, relate with that. Uh, whenever I become anxious and, I'm not well in my, uh, work, and I feel this stress, and that's, uh, the time I just sing free, alone, and it's helped me to overcome the situation. Also, it's helped me so many, uh, other motivation, and keep feel- keep, uh, refresh, and also focusing my work. That's the main refreshment that I, uh, get from that. And whenever I sing, I feel over the moon, and Uh, it's not just that my friends and other, uh, person also, or, you know, recommend that I should pursue in my career in singing. But in a way, uh, I cannot, uh, continue this because of some other issues my parents and other, uh, friends also suggest me. It's not a, uh, good- good thing for me.\nExaminer: Thank you. Now let's talk about hobbies and free time in a bit more detail. Why is it important for people to have hobbies?\nCandidate: Well, from my perspective, hobby is important. It helps you to keep focus, um, and also encourage your life to continue. And it's something that helps you build your career. And, It's- it's one of the major thing in our life that help you to, uh, overcome many situation also. It's create lot of other activities in yourself that help you to understand some value on other different things and, It's important not just that as a hobby, uh, if someone has a hobby like in singing, he can, uh, build up his more, uh, strength on that and in future they can benefit. Uh, in study as well, some people also wanted to pursue their study as a hobby. That's- that's give them so many, uh, benefit. So I really recommend that hobby is important in life.\nExaminer: Hmm. And do you think hobbies should be educational or just for fun?\nCandidate: Uh, from my perspective, it's not all about just fun or, uh, educational. It's maybe different on peoples. And it's, uh, related with the education. And because of our, uh, interest also increased in this way, Okay.\nExaminer: And how can people find new hobbies?\nCandidate: Well, it's, uh, It's carry different way and some people find in- in some stage that, uh, here maybe someone's other, uh, way of, uh, look for something different and in this way he also pick up in- in his journey someone's follow someone like, uh, star or big personality. In this way, it's influenced people to choose and it's a very, uh, Effortless thing that we can choose other hobby as well if we can comfortable with that.\nExaminer: Okay. And are there any hobbies that you think are becoming less popular?\nCandidate: Yes, uh, I observing many things like, uh, social activities in day by day is not, uh, creating the value as far as is need to concern people, and it's like blood donation is very, uh, important thing in our social life, and other volunteering works as well. As a person, uh, working in volunteering, I know the necessity of people's health, and it's, It's important to, uh, many other people as well to move forward in this field and contribute in this way. It's also one of hobby that you can maintain your life and you can learn so many different things, different experiment through your field work and the participation in group work as well.\nExaminer: Okay. And should schools or workplaces encourage people to have hobbies?\nCandidate: Yes, from, uh, from my perspective, I observe many things that our school, in our teacher, they encourage us to pick up some, uh, way, uh, way of, uh, different things that help to our focus and our interest to build up in our, not just education, as well as other fields as well. And, uh, our environment also, uh, encourage us to pick, uh, our hobbies, And we observe and noticing different things because of lot of people, lot of students and teachers. That's why we can engage so many different things in our school. And in this way, we also get some interest to, uh, choosing our hobbies.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. We've now come to the end of this speaking test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 79,
  "title": "079 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 4 | Bangladeshi Student (with feedback)",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good afternoon. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My name is Man Rahman. You can call me Maim.\nExaminer: Thank you, Maim. Now, in the first part of this test, I will ask you some questions about yourself. So, let's start with free time. How do you usually spend your free time?\nCandidate: I usually, most of the time, I use my free time with my friends or girls, like going to a beach, or sometime it's going to restaurant, some food, or having some fun. Uh, sometime I use my free time, it's different, sometime more on my mod, sometime I use, uh, in my apartment. Uh, I have one favorite place, so there I sit and reading books.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you have any hobbies or interests?\nCandidate: Yeah, I have several hobbies, but most of them, my hobbies is playing football, like outdoor activities with, uh, friends. It's nice to catch up and play football, a group of people together. So it is my hobbies.\nExaminer: Okay, and is there a new activity you would like to try in your free time?\nCandidate: If is, uh, possible in my future, I wanted to try a new activity is playing hobby, might be, because, uh, I have interest about it, and it's different of- of others games or other sports. That's why I like to enjoy it in my future.\nExaminer: Okay, now let's talk about shopping. Do you enjoy shopping?\nCandidate: Yeah, I enjoy shopping, especially when season change it because, uh, with season, uh, also change it our, um, clothing preferences. So that's why I'm usually like to do\nExaminer: Okay, and how often do you go shopping\nCandidate: In a year, maybe several times, especially during, um, event or wedding or birthday, because I need- at that time, I need new clothes. So that's why I- I love to have. Okay.\nExaminer: Now let's talk about technology. Do you use technology often?\nCandidate: Yeah, I use technology quite often during the day, especially, uh, I am working office sector, so most of the time I had to use it, uh, like laptop or smartphones.\nExaminer: Okay, and what is your favourite piece of technology?\nCandidate: It would be computer, uh, because I spend most of the time behind it, and I work it. And there have several games that I can play also, and, um, I can download the, um... website of the, um, WhatsApp web, I can message quickly and is, I can catch up with everyone's and I can also, uh, use Facebook system and everything else.\nExaminer: Okay. And are there any disadvantages of technology?\nCandidate: Yeah, there have several, uh, disadvantages way, but I want to mention, um, lot of website have, uh, disadvantages and the game also for, uh, have disadvantages for the children or some of the adult life peoples or teenagers because most of the people, they are spending lot of time behind disadvantages website or playing games. So, from my perspective, it is have also. Uh, this advantage and advantage both side. Okay.\nExaminer: Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, so your one minute starts now. Okay, your one minute is now over and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: I'm going to share a book that I read it, it, uh, regular basis because, uh, the book name is, uh, Man Up. Because- I read it because I get fascinated and they have a, uh, most specific, uh, idea and key rules that are essential for our daily life, or you becoming a businessman. So, that's why I read it. And I will recommend it for, uh, people to read it because who are want to become a businessman and who want to solve their, um, daily life problems, so he can read it. And there can he, um, maintaining most of the thing from there, like how to bonding with team, And how to, uh, manage the work and hesitation, uh, with teamwork. And also, they are- have a lot of, uh, creative idea which are essential for our daily life and, uh, for the better futures. So, uh, the writer was American. Uh, the book was write by American writer. I-\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Now, let's move on to talk about books in more detail. So, do you think reading books is still important in the digital age?\nCandidate: From my perspective, um, in our, uh, digital books? Can you repeat that again?\nExaminer: Yes. Do you think reading books is still important in today's current age?\nCandidate: Yeah, uh, reading books is quite important because, uh, by the reading books, we can improve ourself and we can develop our- our futures. If we want to get better future, so it- really, it's quite important for us. And it's vital also for who want to become doctor or businessmen or any other thing. Without reading books or without, uh, suggestion, we can go ahead for better future.\nExaminer: Okay, and what type of books are popular in your country?\nCandidate: In my country, uh, there are famous book is popular because, uh, there are most of the people's, like, fascinate- getting fascinating for reading books, uh, because of, uh, they can, um, uh, explain their adult life and they can, uh, get and make idea from the famous books.\nExaminer: Okay, and has reading changed compared to the past?\nCandidate: Um, be- before, uh, I mean, if the first time I compare, or right now, previous time just only was physical books, uh, right now have also electric book on phone or, uh, computer, you can use it and you can read it when you want, and- and everywhere, especially in you going to, um, any new places, and by then you can read it also on the 10.\nExaminer: Okay? And do you think people prefer reading physical books or e-books\nCandidate: It's different on situation. Sometime is gather or is not possible to, uh, carry. So I prefer, uh, electric book is good for, and anytime you can take it out and you can call your phone so you can get it and charge from Google and it's very com- convenient and easier. So I prefer electric book.\nExaminer: Okay? And how can parents encourage their children to read more\nCandidate: Um, from my childhood, my parents, they are, uh, they encourage me to, uh, reading books from, uh, previous time. So, they inspire me to become how, um, I can read books, like, um, as a hobbyist. So, they make me hobbies, and they told me about, uh, if you want to achieve the hobby, so you should, Uh, read books and you should, um, maintain the rules. Then you can see when you can get better facility in the future and you can, um, cushion your better hobbies.\nExaminer: Okay. And how can governments promote the habits of reading among the population?\nCandidate: Can you repeat that again?\nExaminer: Yeah? How can governments promote the habit of reading more?\nCandidate: Um, I think government give the facility if the book price will be less and there limitation on price, so then can a student there easily can get it and everywhere if the government, uh, often like very, um, like, uh, government, governmental railway stations and because railway station is very crowded and more people there crowding always, so if there any, Okay, thank you.\nExaminer: We've now come to the end of this speaking test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 80,
  "title": "080 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 5 | Indonesian Student",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good afternoon. My name is Brick. Can you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My name is Geofenofrenquinovi. You can call me Feno.\nExaminer: Thank you, Frano. Now, in this first part of the test, I will ask you some questions about yourself. So, where are you from?\nCandidate: I'm from Indonesia, which, um, my country is a part of Asia.\nExaminer: Thank you. And what do you like most about your hometown?\nCandidate: Um, yes, uh, for me, my hometown in there, I use, uh, I really like about the traditional field because in My hometown, I usually really like to go to another restaurant because there's so many culinary food in there.\nExaminer: Thank you. And has your hometown changed over the years?\nCandidate: Uh, last year, I already seen about my hometown, it's already, uh, yeah, like, still small house in my hometown, and right now, it's, uh, got lot of change, because I can see there's so many, uh, expand house, and near my neighbor house.\nExaminer: Okay. And are there any special places in your hometown that visitors should see?\nCandidate: Yeah, uh, I've originally visited, uh, one of my place near my hometown is, uh, It's called Indomaret, uh, Indomaret is, uh, uh, selling groceries and anything that I feel like to buy. And I really like about this page because it's affordable and worth it to make me more, uh, buy.\nExaminer: Okay. And would you recommend your hometown to others?\nCandidate: Yes, I would recommend to my hometown, especially my neighbourhood and my family, uh, I- because this- this market is so rare to find it because, uh, in- in my country, I've seen many markets so expensive, so I recommend it to my hometown.\nExaminer: Okay, now let's talk about accommodation. Do you live in a house or an apartment?\nCandidate: Uh, I usually live in a- in a hub, which is a two-floor house, and there is a garage in the- in my garage.\nExaminer: Okay. And what do you like about your home?\nCandidate: Uh, I re- yes, I really like about my home because, uh, There's a beautiful, there's a, um, um, a room that I can nearly visit it and can decorate it to my wall so I- it can be memorable since I was in my house.\nExaminer: Okay. And how long have you lived in your home?\nCandidate: I've already lived in my home for five years and still comfortable and still Uh, worth it for me to expand my life in here.\nExaminer: Okay, now let's talk about a different topic. What do you do for work or study?\nCandidate: Well, actually, I'm a student, but I already graduated as a high school, and right now I'm focusing on studying abroad, university in Australia.\nExaminer: Okay. And, um, why did you choose this, uh, path?\nCandidate: Well, for me, uh, I really like to go to Australia because the, uh, The change of their employment job is, uh, high. And here, so, I'm sure to go there because I want to find, uh, more- I want to make more responsibility and make me- and find another community in there.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you prefer studying alone or with others?\nCandidate: Uh, I prefer to speaking to my friends because when I'm alone, I usually, like, become, uh, introvert. I don't know what to do, so I prefer to speak to my friends because I can improve my communication skills.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic, and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But, before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk, and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes, I understand.\nExaminer: Thank you. I will now share the topic. Okay, so your one minute starts now. Okay, your one minute is now over and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: Yes, actually, uh, yesterday I went to Uh, I went to Bali with my family. It- so, this is my first time when I was going to Bali because I'm not recently to, like, visiting another con- another city. And I've already, uh, learned some- a new experience and have a lot of more things to do. For example, uh, when I was in Bali, I usually like to find a community in there, such as friends or tourists, because I really like to improve my communications here, so that's why the first thing I took to do. And not only that, but I also like to try, uh, traditional, such as food and culture, Quote- and quotes, and others. However, uh, I, usually this holiday is so longer, because it's like, if I'm stay here three or five days, well, suddenly it change to become a two day. I'll, uh, I usually, uh, really like about one of my destinations that I really like about is Azul. I really like to visit Azul because I want to know more about the rare animal that destination give it to me. Uh, like, such as a tiger, you see, we can say that Tiger Sumatra is one of a- one of a rare tiger that I recently see it in. And it's comfortable and worth it because this city is mainly beautiful sectionary in my daily life.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Now, let's move on and talk about holidays in more detail. How important is it for people to take holidays from their work or their studies?\nCandidate: Yeah, in my opinion, it's crucial for me because, uh, many people have a problem or struggle to do their studies or working, so they need to refresh in their mind. Like, one of- for example, like, one of my friends' name is Adam. Adam is one- is having a struggle to do ma- to do some projects, so he decided to go holiday to refreshing my mind and- and continue to his daily life in his work.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think holidays are more important for younger people or older people?\nCandidate: Uh, in my opinion, I would say, uh, younger people prefer to holiday, uh, prefer to holiday because Uh, I- young people who are adults need more- a lot of more experience to learn more about the traditional culture in another country. Not only that, but also they can, uh, more- they can learn more to gain more knowledge about what history the- the country gives.\nExaminer: Okay? And what are some of the benefits of going on holiday in your home country?\nCandidate: Depend, uh, in my, uh, hmm, for me, uh, the benefit of... My- the benefit of my country, where many tourists are holiday in my country, especially Bali, is first, they can get a lot of more culture in there because I've seen many tourists in Bali see, uh, some culture, traditional dance in there. And not only that, but also they learn- they can try, uh, uh, traditional food because it's- the price is so cheap and affordable to- to eat, to consume it. So I prefer...\nExaminer: Okay. And what are some of the benefits of going holiday abroad?\nCandidate: Hmm, the benefit of, uh, going in another country, I would say the, uh, the, the, maybe the cost is so expensive, but he can, uh, learn to, he can learn to more their knowledge about their history, because I've seen a lot of countries see some history in there. Not only that, but also they can get some beautiful stationery because I've seen a lot of many countries that there is, uh, a destination that you must- that people, like, come in it in Australia. Yeah, we can say, for example, they- for example, I will, uh, last year I going to Singapore. This is my first time I'm going to Singapore. I've seen some many, many\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. We've now come to the end of the test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 81,
  "title": "081 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 7",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good afternoon. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Hi, my name is, uh, Presti. My full name is Presti Nadila Khairina Pangabean. It's quite long for some people to, um, pronounce it, but you can call me Presti.\nExaminer: Thank you, Christie. Uh, now, in the first part of this test, I will ask you some questions about yourself. So, let's start with food. What is your favourite type of food?\nCandidate: Um, I'm actually a very Asian, um, person, so I would like- I would like, uh, to, um, enjoy my foods with Asian cuisines, probably, like, my hometown foods. Um, Indonesian is very well known with their cuisines, like, very dense, very thick in flavor, um, and then it's very spicy. I like the spicy ones, so I would say I'll never get, um, you know, Be enough with Indonesian foods as well. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you prefer eating at home or at restaurants?\nCandidate: I think it depends on the occasions. I mean, like, if I have, like, friends coming over to my place, I would like to host them and then, uh, we can, uh, um, have our foods, uh, together in my home. But if it's more convenient for them or we meet, uh, You know, like, in, um, in special, uh, places. So, I would like to go to a restaurant where we can enjoy some, uh, good foods and have, uh, fun experiences as well.\nExaminer: Okay. And is there any type of food that you would like to try in the future?\nCandidate: Hmm, interesting. I've been wondering to, um, try African foods, I might say, because, uh, I actually like to travel, uh, and then, uh, one top of, uh, my list is to travel to Africa and pro- um, and, you know, I would very like to taste, uh, what's, uh, they- they have there, the real cuisines, uh, an African people would bring to me.\nExaminer: Okay, now let's talk about work. Do you work or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm currently working, uh, probably for, like, 10 years now. I'm working in finance, uh, specifically for the government where I audit, like, the financial industry. Um, it's very good job though, uh, but it's very challenging as well.\nExaminer: Okay. And what kind of work would you like to do in the future?\nCandidate: Um, I would say because I've been involved in this industry for quite a long time, uh, I would like to go deeper in- in a more specialized financial, um, industry, uh, scope. I think I would say to, uh, the- in the financial engineering scope where, you know, Like, I can, um, assess, um, more financial problems and then the work goes, uh, in a very technical and, um, very specific way.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, let's talk about your hobbies. What do you like to do in your free time?\nCandidate: Um, in my free time, uh, I try a lot to walk around. I mean, like, I- I really need to make, uh, like, healthy habits, so that's why every time I have, like, free time, even though I eat on- during my break lunch, even though, like, it's just, like, 10 minutes, I would like to go outside and then, you know, while working, Uh, I would like to have my headphones and have like, um, you know, like to play some good, uh, podcasts or some music to enjoy my walk.\nExaminer: Okay. And are there any hobbies you have been doing for a long time?\nCandidate: Um, um, one hobby that I really like, uh, even though, uh, I'm now a very old adult now, I would like, uh, reading. Uh, sometimes, uh, I read, um, Like, science fiction, uh, kind of books, and then also, like, novels as well. Uh, and- and sometimes I do enjoy, um, reading comic books as well. So it's, like, very, um, refreshing for me in, you know, sometimes.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, in the next part of this test, I'm going to give you a topic and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But before that, you will have one minute to prepare and make notes for your talk. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes, I do.\nExaminer: Thank you. So, I will now share the topic and your one minute begins now. Okay, your one minute is now over and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: Thank you. So, um, a hobby that I recently, uh, Try to- to, uh, maintain ease to, uh, cook, um, because I really want to keep my, um, healthy habits in, like, um, a very good, uh, track. So, that's why I learned that cooking is one of the way to make sure that, uh, everything that you consume is a very, um, healthy, and I started doing it, um, probably like, um, A year- a year by now, uh, it's like, um, because I started to gain this, uh, consciousness of how I would like to, um, keep my body and keep my health, so that's why I try to cook, um, as much as possible every- every time I have, um, you know, like, uh, I think, it's like, you know, let me think. I think, it's like, you know, let me think. By, you know, like, making my own food, like, and then, um, ensuring that everything is healthy and, um, in- in a very good portion. So I think, uh, it really helped me to, um, keep my habits, uh, in a good way.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Let's move on and talk about hobbies and free time in a bit more detail. So, why is it important for people to have hobbies?\nCandidate: Um, I think why it's very important for people to keep their hobbies is like, um, in these busiest days, um, uh, I think it's very easy for us to, you know, like, um, got to the easiest way of consuming digital, um, um, products or, you know, like, to, uh, zoom scrolling on social media. I think... Hobbies is one, um, one thing that can keep them, um, you know, like, having, uh, outside of, you know, like, their original or day-to-day, um, things, and then they can also, uh, it- it- hobbies can also help them to, um, you know, like, Being stress-free from the war, from their schools, from everything that they face, um, on everyday, uh, life. And then, if, uh, it's- it's also very beneficial for our mental health, and if it's, uh, Involving, like, a body exercising and then an- an movement, I think it's also very good, uh, for our health. And then, uh, I think it's just like, to create, um, you know, like, experiences, uh, that you really enjoy and then you- you- you really love to do.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. And do you think hobbies should be educational or just for fun?\nCandidate: I'm sorry, could you repeat the question?\nExaminer: Um, do you think hobbies should be educational or just for fun?\nCandidate: Um, I think it depends because, uh, different people, uh, have their, um, different own interests. And for some people, maybe they're, uh, they're prone to, you know, like, more educational or academic things, uh, such as, like, I don't know, uh, some people have their hobbies to train, um, Um, you know, like, doing, um, mathematical stuff and chess play and- and then it really needs a lot of, I think, um, a very high functional, um, brain training. Otherwise, that, um, other people also, uh, try or keep their hobbies in a fun way. Uh... But I think both of them offer different, uh, benefits, uh, to- to people, but that's why I think, uh, it's very encouraging for people to have, um, hobbies that, um, you know, both, uh, either in- in- in educa- in educational- for educational purposes, or just to have, uh, exp- fun experiences.\nExaminer: Okay, and how can people find new hobbies?\nCandidate: Um, I think right now, everything, um, it's very easy, uh, in, uh, by- by mean, easy by mean that I think, uh, the- the easiest way to, through community, and you can easily find, uh, Um, communities that, uh, offer some, you know, fun experiences, uh, um, activities, uh, that, um, actually, um, you know, like, part of your hobbies, they also can offer you, um, what to say, uh, I'm in, like, the- the togetherness of, um, doing experiences together. And also, yeah, I think community is one of the easiest and, um, what to say, um, a very good way to connect with people with, uh, the same interests and, um, hobbies as well.\nExaminer: Okay. And are there any hobbies that are becoming less popular?\nCandidate: Hmm, I think, um, probably hobbies that I don't know how to say that, but it's just, uh, hobbies that, hmm, um, using, um, traditional, um, devices, like, um, what to say, some, well, some sports, uh, like the rowing, I don't know, but because sometimes, right now, uh, It's- it's- it's- it's- it's not easy to find the community or people that, um, have, uh, the same, you know, like, interests in rowing and let alone, like, um, maybe it's not easy to find some good places that have, um, you know, like, river or... Um, yeah, I think- I think that's one of the idea that I have right now.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. We've now come to the end of this speaking test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 82,
  "title": "082 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 6 (with examiner feedback)",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good afternoon. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Good afternoon. My full name is Farhana Ema. If you feel comfortable, you can call me Farhana.\nExaminer: Thank you, Farhana. Now, in this first part of the test, I will ask you some questions about yourself. So, do you have any hobbies or interests?\nCandidate: Yes, definitely, I have, uh, different kinds of hobbies, such as, uh, gardening, listening music, but on, uh, I love the most is gardening. Uh, I love to sing, uh, colorful flowers and vegetables in my garden, but in the long run, I would like to be a traveler. I'm really into traveling.\nExaminer: Okay. And how often do you spend time on your hobbies?\nCandidate: Uh, most of the time I spend time with my hobbies to listening music. Uh, it helps me to reduce my daily stress. And, uh, sometimes I go outside if I get any chance. Uh, I go outside with my close friends because I'm a travel bug. So, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, and is there a hobby you used to like but now you no longer do?\nCandidate: Uh, please, uh, could you repeat this question?\nExaminer: Yes, is there a hobby that you used to have in the past that you liked before but now you don't like?\nCandidate: Oh, uh, basically, I, uh, like, uh, The hobbies most, uh, uh, reading books, but nowadays- nowadays, I, uh, really like into, uh, some watching, uh, movies, uh, listening music. So, com- contrast the past, I am really into, uh, watching movies and, uh, listening to music.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think hobbies are important for everyone?\nCandidate: Yes, definitely. I'd say that it's, uh, very crucial for everyone because, uh, hobby, uh, gives an opportunity to explore new things and also it helps me to, uh, reduce our daily activities and also helpful. So, yeah, I think it is, uh, very important.\nExaminer: Okay. Now let's, uh, talk about a different topic. What kind of food do you normally eat?\nCandidate: Actually, I eat, uh, rice with, uh, vegetables, especially when it cooked at home. And, uh, you know, my mother is a best cook, especially, uh, cooking at home with chicken curry and, uh, fresh vegetables. So I like it very much.\nExaminer: Okay. And is there any type of food that you don't like?\nCandidate: Yes. Uh, I'm not a big fan of overly oily food. Uh, so I, uh, avoid, uh, fast food and deep-fried items because it makes me heavy and uncomfortable.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you enjoy cooking?\nCandidate: Yes, definitely. I'm a best cook. Uh, whenever I get any chance, I, uh, go on kitchen and, uh, try different kinds of food such as, uh, pasta and sometimes I cook, uh, chicken curry. It's, uh, very favorite, uh, my family member and I also prefer it. So, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Now let's talk about traveling. Do you enjoy traveling?\nCandidate: Yes, absolutely. Uh, you can call me a travel bug. Uh, traveling gives me an opportunity to explore new places and different cultures. Uh, also, uh, it helps me to reduce my daily, uh, stress, and, uh, also, I, mm, uh, I- also, I explore the world where people are, uh, very, uh, Different cultures and, uh, also different types of food. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. And how often do you travel?\nCandidate: Um, I often travel, uh, not very frequently because, um, I live in a rural area and I, at present, I don't have any chance to explore, uh, any places. So, nowadays, it is a- a travel for me but, uh, in the long run, I would, uh, like to visit, uh, different places if I get any chance.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk and make notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes, I understand.\nExaminer: Okay, I will now share the topic. Okay, so your one minute starts now. Okay, your one minute is now over and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: Today, I'd like to talk about a memorable trip that I visited last year. I vividly recall last year when after my exam, I, uh, I went, uh, Cox's Bazaar. It is the longest service in the world. And, uh, I went there with, uh, some close friends. And we were, uh, went, uh, there by a bus. And when, uh, we entered the place, it is full of natural resources. It's basically a, uh, base of where- and it, uh, attracts a lot of tourists every year. And it's, uh, it was very famous place for, um, So, basically, uh, we were enjoyed, uh, some different cuisines, such as, uh, seafood, especially octopus, and, uh, some deep-fried, uh, fish curry, and the food was mouth-watering. We also, uh, discovering new places, uh, such as some bees, sugandha bees, mermaid bees, and some, uh, local bees. Uh, so we, uh, stayed here, um, about, uh, three days, and, uh, we also, um, uh, we also adventure, uh, some adventures, some, like, parasailing, skydiving, and, uh, And horse, uh, races. So, it was a very memorable trip for me, and we enjoyed, uh, the whole area with my close friends, and we took a lot of photos of this place, because it was, uh, full of natural resource, and I explained that, uh, it was a very, uh, memorable trip for me, because I, uh, first time, I was- I went there, Okay.\nExaminer: Thank you. Now let's move on and talk about travel and tourism in a bit more detail. Why do people enjoy traveling to new places?\nCandidate: Well, from my perspective, people are enjoying new places because, uh, they can, uh, stress out their daily activities and, uh, they can, uh, I feel enjoyable when they are very, uh, tired. So yeah, traveling is a big part of, um, remove stress in every people's life.\nExaminer: Okay. And what are the benefits of tourism for a country?\nCandidate: Uh, well, uh, honestly, tourism, uh, plays a vital role, uh, in a country. Uh, mainly because it support, uh, financial also. It, uh, it increase our, um, tourism, uh, destination and people are really enjoyed, uh, uh, that places. Uh, they were easily can- they easily go. And also it, uh, it plays a vital role in our country- in every country.\nExaminer: Okay. And are there any negative effects of tourism on local communities?\nCandidate: Yes, absolutely. Uh, in local community, uh, there are, uh, different and negative, uh, sides, uh, because it full, uh, it packed with people when, uh, outside tourist, tourist, uh, go this place and they sometimes, uh, They lost their valuable, uh, things like, uh, smartphone, jewelry. So, it is, uh, it is a negative side for tourist- tourist destination.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think it is better to travel alone or with others?\nCandidate: Uh, from my view, uh, I always, uh, prefer Travel with friends because it's full of enjoyment and we can easily, uh, explore, uh, the whole, uh, area with any distraction. Whenever, uh, I alone visit in, uh, another places, so I, uh, I felt in any difficulties that time no one can help me. So yeah, I prefer, uh, go with friends.\nExaminer: Okay, and how can people make their travel more eco-friendly?\nCandidate: Please, could you repeat the question?\nExaminer: Yes, how can people make their travel more eco-friendly?\nCandidate: Uh, people... people, uh, people make the, um, travel, uh, eco-friendly because, uh, they are... From their perspective, it's, uh, it's, uh, increased their, uh, explore- exploration, and, uh, they also, uh, help, uh, they also know the different cultures and different cuisines, and, uh, also, it's, uh, easy to move, uh, in, uh, in the country, in- inside the country, so, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. And should governments invest more in promoting tourism?\nCandidate: Please, could you repeat the question? I cannot understand.\nExaminer: Yeah. Do you think that governments should invest more money in promoting tourism?\nCandidate: Yes, definitely. Government should invest, uh, uh, the tourist place, especially, uh, where Especially the place where people can easily go and, uh, they enjoy the nature, especially on, uh, nature-related, uh, resources, such as Cox's Bazaar, Rangamati, and, uh, hills-related, uh, places, destinations. So, uh, uh, government should prefer, uh, more investment in their, uh, in the tourist destination, uh, where, that are, Okay, thank you.\nExaminer: We've now come to the end of this test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 83,
  "title": "083 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 6.5",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good afternoon. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, my full name is Rabeel Ara Sumro. I am from Pakistan, but I live in Birmingham, uh, for two, three years, and, uh, yeah, yes.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Now, in this first part of the test, I will ask you some questions about yourself. Let's talk about food. What type of food do you enjoy eating the most?\nCandidate: Um, actually, I would say I'm not a picky person. You know, I like all type of food, and I have tried many foods, but especially I like my own cuisine, uh, which is from Pakistan, and I- I do like, uh, Indian food as well, and, uh, I also like fast foods.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you prefer eating at home or dining out?\nCandidate: Uh, if I am, um, if there is any special occasion, I do go outside to eat on restaurants, but I mostly eat food at home. Um, and I make it for myself. It- so it is little bit time consuming to cook. But, uh, that's why I, uh, also enjoy eating outside because I don't have to work for myself. That's why I do like eating at restaurants.\nExaminer: Okay. And are there any foods that you didn't like as a child but you now like as an adult?\nCandidate: Uh, yeah, uh, in- in my- in my childhood, I remember I, uh, I didn't eat, uh, uh, traditional foods like, uh, the special vegetable food which comes from our country, and that my father used to li- eat, but, uh, nowadays, I also like it because, uh, I think vegetables are healthy. So, in- in childhood, I- I- I didn't eat vegetables, but now I eat because these vegetables are healthy.\nExaminer: Okay. Now let's talk about technology. Um, how has technology changed your daily life?\nCandidate: Uh, I think technology is- has changed all Aspects of life, like, um, you know, uh, this is AI-generated technological, uh, you know, uh, world, and this has changed the communication we do, and we do a lot of, uh, um, you know, different, you know, Things like, uh, uh, if we have to communicate with, uh, the people which are far- farther away from you, then you can, uh, communicate within, uh, you can communicate instantly with them. So it has changed their life very much.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you prefer using your phone or your computer?\nCandidate: Uh, it depends on, uh, Uh, uh, the situation, if I am outside of the home, then I use pref- uh, I prefer my smartphone. And if I am at home, I- I rather prefer to spend- hang out on computer because, uh, the screen time is, uh, also, uh, you know, uh, clear on the computer. So, I- I do like both of them.\nExaminer: Okay, now let's move on to entertainment. How do you usually spend your free time?\nCandidate: Uh, it- actually, I'm very busy person, uh, I do work for, uh, on weekdays from 8am to 9- er, 6- 5, uh, PM. So, um, but I am usually free, uh, in the evening and on weekends. So, I, uh, I spend my time with my family when I am free and I am, I do relax, uh, by, uh, reading books, uh, or sometimes watching streaming on, uh, you know, videos, uh, watching, learning about the, my studies, uh, different subjects of my, uh, curriculum.\nExaminer: Yes. Okay. Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But, before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Uh, yes.\nExaminer: Okay, I will now share the topic. Okay, your one minute is now over and you may begin to speak. Okay.\nCandidate: So, today, I would like to talk about the thing which I started... I started to learn about. It was the... none other than a microwave which I bought on, uh, on my... Uh, birthday's, uh, birthday on my b- my child's birthday. Sorry, uh, it's for my own- my own birthday, sorry. My own birthday and, uh, I- I wasn't, uh, uh, known about this microwave because it was first time I- I was using it. But, uh, um, I was not good at it because I was not familiar about it. But, um, then, when the birthday came for my son, uh, and I- I- I- I- he- he asked- he insisted me to make the homemade cake for him. Then, I... I decided to learn about how to use the microwave, then, uh, I- I- my other friend, uh, she was, uh, she was- she's my neighbor as well, and I asked her to know me how to make the cake, and she- she- she- she became very, um, uh, she became- she was- she also helped me a lot to learn about the microwave, and, um, I, uh, learned a lot of different things besides making cake- making the cake. And, um, the cake was, uh, you know, the- the- there were a lot of different functions, uh, in the my microwave because it was, uh, not, uh, it was very advanced type of the, uh, um... Oh, okay.\nExaminer: Thank you. Now, let's, um, talk about this topic in a bit more detail. So, how important is it to keep learning new things as you get older?\nCandidate: Um... Actually, uh, uh, when, uh, I was, uh, young, uh, the things, uh, which I used to learn, uh, were not as hard, because, uh, that time, my, uh, I was not distracted from many things, and- and these days, uh, times, uh, take longer to learn new things, because, uh, because I am, uh, I feel that there is a fast pace of life, and I am distracted with many things to do, So, I think it is hard for me to learn new things in this age and- but before I used to learn many things, uh, very efficiently.\nExaminer: Okay. And how do people usually learn new skills today?\nCandidate: Uh, I think, uh, these days, there is, uh, uh, social media, uh, through which, uh, people learn th- things very, uh, uh, easily, and as compared to the past, because there is, uh, uh, you know, uh, the, uh, people, they are, they, uh, come to know many things from the, uh, you know, through this social media, and they learn, um, from each other. So, sharing their, er, videos or, like, their vlogs or something.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think formal education is the best way to learn?\nCandidate: Uh, I- I- I think the formal way of learning is good because, uh, uh, today's, uh, you know, the, there is a lot of computation and the schools are very equipped with the, uh, you know, the AI and many things and I think formal education is good for children.\nExaminer: Okay. And how has the internet changed the way people learn?\nCandidate: Uh, I think the internet plays a great role in, uh, learning, because, uh, uh, these days, peoples are connected with, uh, online, you know, uh, this network, and every people have broadbands, and the people, they are very, uh, they- they They get together with each other within a fraction of seconds, so I think this is, this has changed with a great deal, you know.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think people learn better through practical experience or theoretical knowledge?\nCandidate: I- I would say people, they learn through practical as well as, um, theoretical. Practically, if we do something, uh, practically, then I think we We acquire, uh, instantly as compared to, uh, doing things like, uh, uh, on, you know, or just reading the books or something. So I think, uh, doing the, uh, practical work is more, uh, you know, uh, is, uh, it is very, uh, it, uh, it is, uh, More, uh, important to do the practical work, uh, besides reading the books, because we apply the, uh, you know, the skills we learn from the books. I think so.\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you. We've now come to the end of this speaking test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 84,
  "title": "084 - Band 6 to band 8 | Transform your IELTS Speaking | Fix your Grammar issues.",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Let's begin with the part one of the IELTS speaking test. Do you have the same routine every day?\nCandidate: Not really, because I have my university classes three hours a week, so on those three days, I have a different routine, because I have to go to my classes, and on the other four days, I have a different routine, because I have to stay home and do my work.\nExaminer: Okay. What part of the day you enjoy most?\nCandidate: I would say the morning because on my- in the morning, I used to go at my university. So there I can hang out with my friends and sometimes I can do my activities. Uh, so yeah, I really enjoy the morning time.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you prefer planning your day or just being spontaneous?\nCandidate: I prefer planning my day because planning a day makes your discipline and you can use your time punctually because, uh, if you have a routine, you can schedule your every work. So I believe that.\nExaminer: Okay. How do you usually start your mornings?\nCandidate: Basically, I start my morning very early because as I am a marathon runner, I have to wake up early in the morning, uh, at around five o'clock. Mm-hmm. Uh, whether I have a class or not, I usually wake up at- on that particular time. Then I usually, uh, do my prayer and I go outside for running. After I- I came home after running, I usually do my shower and I take- have my breakfast.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Has your routine changed compared to a few years ago?\nCandidate: Yes, it has changed because a few years ago I used to be in my college. So, there was a time when we- I have to go five days a week in my college. So, five days, same routine. And now I have a routine that consists only three days on that kind of particular schedule, so yeah.\nExaminer: Do you think having a routine is really important?\nCandidate: Yes, I believe having a routine can, uh, really important for yourself because it makes you disciplined, right? Because you have, uh, a particular schedule for your every work, so it can make the time management really easy.\nExaminer: Okay. What's the one thing you wish you could add to your daily routine?\nCandidate: Um, the one thing I wish I could is the thing, uh, I really want to enjoy my, uh, time outside in my outside home, uh, doing outdoor activities with my friends. Uh, due to my, uh, heavy schedule, I do not have proper time to hang out with my friends.\nExaminer: Okay. Are your weekends different from your weekdays?\nCandidate: Yes, because, um, on my weekends, I really enjoy, uh, playing some video games or sometimes I go and hang out with my friends or visit some places. And on the weekdays, I have my classes or sometimes I have my work.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think your routine will change in the near future?\nCandidate: Yes, it will change because I'm planning to go abroad. So if I'll be, uh, going- if I'll go abroad, there will be a massive difference in the routine, uh, currently what I'm having now.\nExaminer: Is there a part of your routine that you find difficult to manage?\nCandidate: Is there a particular time I would say because, uh, when I go to my class and when I return from my class, uh, then I- that, uh, usually, uh, When I return, it, uh, usually, uh, becomes five o'clock in the evening. So, after that time, I really, uh, managing to have, uh, you know, go to the gym, or sometimes study, or watching movies, or... So, I- I find it difficult.\nExaminer: This is a cue card. This is part two. You will have one minute to plan, you can think about it, you can take notes. After one minute, you have to start speaking on the topic. The QQR topic is, describe a place in your town or city where you love spending time. You should say where it is, what it looks like, What do you usually do there? And you need to explain why you enjoy spending time there. So from now, you have one minute to prepare your answer. Okay? Please have your time. Okay, your time is up. Would you please start now?\nCandidate: Uh, the place I want to talk about, uh, local garden in our home, uh, in our local area, because I live in a housing society, so in our housing society, we have, uh, a central garden. Uh, the name of the central garden is Arby Memorial Park.\nExaminer: Uh-huh.\nCandidate: I do not know the exact story of that park, but, uh, the place is exactly, you know, right beside my house, so it- it usually takes, uh, you know, 30 seconds or 40 seconds to walk from my place. And the park is, uh, literally, uh, on the center of the housing society. On the entrance of the park, we have a big billboard which, uh, which, you know, says the name of the park. And, uh, when you enter the park, there, you know, uh, And at a 15 or 10 meter distance from the entrance, we have a big fountain, which is, which color is white. And the interesting part of the lake is the square-shaped lake around the park. Um, on the Squareship Lake, we have, uh, different benches, uh, located, so people can, you know, enjoy their time sitting around the benches. And also there, uh, on the left-hand side, we have, uh, many grounds, like, there is, uh, small football ground, cricket ground, and, uh, volleyball ground, if I'm not wrong. And the right side, uh, there is some, uh, sporting items for the children's, uh, park, something. And there are some, uh, gymnastic, uh, equipments, uh, where people can do their, uh, morning activities. And usually, um, I really, uh, enjoy, uh, spending my times with my friends on there. And another thing I would say, um, when I'm, uh, pretty much sad or feeling depressed, I go and sit on the bench, and sometimes I talk with myself, and it really gives me inner peace, and I can fi- feel it's, uh, so, you know, satisfying.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. This is the end of part two. Let's move on to part three. Thank you. Why do you think public places such as parks or community centers are important in a city?\nCandidate: In a city, if you have, uh, amusement park or if you can, uh, community center, you can, you know, arrange birthday parties or some, uh, meetings or programs in- in- in the city. But if you do not have any community center in the city, you have to go outside, which is a hassle, uh, you know, you have to, uh, you have to go, uh, with your cars or something. And, uh, the amusement parks, uh, is really a good thing because, uh, people can enjoy their times in the amusement park. They can, uh, really spend their, uh, weekends there.\nExaminer: Okay. How have public spaces changed in your country over the years?\nCandidate: In my country, I would say, uh, on, uh, time, there was a time, uh, if- if you go five or six years back, uh, there- all the public places and gardens were not so cleaned and not, uh, well-organized, and there was nothing to do you can do. You can- you can- you cannot find any equipment or some activities to do. But, uh, nowadays, uh, the government has, uh, really look after that, and they build some, you know, uh, many things to do, and, uh, there- They arrange a monthly fair sometimes, so people can go and enjoy their time there.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think modern cities provide enough places for people to relax?\nCandidate: I would say, uh, it's a more controversial thing, uh, in my opinion, because in some- some big cities, there are, uh, a single park. Uh, you know, for a massive city, a single park is not essential. It's not, uh, you know, perfect. So, I believe, uh, in some big cities, there are not proper places, but if I, uh, talk about other cities, uh, there may be some, uh, good options, like three or four gardens.\nExaminer: Okay. So, what do you think, how can governments encourage people to spend more time outdoors?\nCandidate: In that case, government should, you know, organize fairs and some, uh, cultural activities in the parks so that the people can, you know, get influenced and go to the park and enjoy their time. Also, they can, uh, you know, organize and do- build some more activities based things on the park so that the, uh, people from the,\nExaminer: How can public spaces encourage people of different ages to interact with one another?\nCandidate: In that case, I would say, really, they can influence the, uh, older generation with the modern generation by, you know, arranging some cool stuffs like, uh, doing some word games, or sometimes they, uh, they- they might be arrange some competition like, uh, where older people, uh, might get the opportunity to compete with the, uh, the younger generation to build something like sandstone or sand monument. Or, uh, sometimes they can arrange some, uh, guest games or, like, games you can...\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think modern technology has changed the way people use public spaces and in what ways?\nCandidate: Yes, uh, it- it changed a lot because, uh, nowadays people are very, uh, you know, influenced by social media and they like to, uh, you know, go and, uh, have some, uh, movies in the home, indoor activities, um, so that, uh, for this way, uh, people are, uh, not, uh, influenced to go in the outdoor and do, um, some outdoor activities in the park.\nExaminer: Thank you for joining this IELTS speaking simulation test. Thanks a lot.\nCandidate: Welcome, sir.",
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  "serial": 85,
  "title": "085 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 8.5",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good afternoon. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My name is Zeddin Dinçar, but you can call me just Zeddin.\nExaminer: Thank you. Now, in this first part of the test, I will ask you some questions about yourself. Let's start with the weather. What is the weather like in your country?\nCandidate: Oh, that's a perfect question, because Turkey is located almost center of the world, which means that we have different type of waters, poor season, winter, summer, spring, and of course, fall. So, right now, it's a springtime. It's spring to summer, I would say that, because today is kind of a bit rainy. Uh, in the winter, of course, we have some snow. For the winter, uh, for general winter, we have snows. And for fall, I would say that there are a lot of rain going on. Um, and, er, but it's not only the place that I'm right now located. It's in everywhere. In everywhere you can find for different seasons.\nExaminer: Okay. And what's your favorite kind of weather?\nCandidate: Oh, mine is... generally, spring, I would say, because in spring, uh, it's- the weather is kind of nice, it's just touch your skin really gently, it's not humid, and it's not as cold like winter, so it's kind of combination of everything, because one day, it's- can be hot, and another, it can be breeze, so I love this combination, you know, it's not boring, and, uh, you kind of appreciate the water a lot,\nExaminer: Okay, and is there any type of weather that you don't like?\nCandidate: Uh, if it's too cold, I would say that, because I need to wear as much as clothes possible, and it's not comfortable as you can imagine. Of course, if I can buy a high quality of coat or any equipment for winter, yeah, but, you know, not everyone has the same opportunity for buying the high-quality clothes. And, uh, I just generally don't like if the water is too cold, like a, uh, like, sicking, cutting type of water. And- but I do enjoy snow, you know? I- I enjoy snow, but sometimes it's- before the snow, there's a some- there's a specific type of water that, you know, it's- you can even breathe. It's just too cold for you.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Now let's talk about accommodation. Do you live in a house or an apartment?\nCandidate: An apartment with my family. Uh, I have been living in this apartment, um, maybe 15 years. We moved from another neighbor to, right now, the- the current neighbor- neighbor. And it's a quite big apartment compared to many apartments in this region, because I live in Istanbul, so everything is expensive, and I live in one of those big apartments. It's four bedroom, two living room, and two bathroom. You know, it's relatively big.\nExaminer: Okay. And, uh, what do you like most about your home?\nCandidate: What I do like? I think the time I spend- I'm spending with my family, but it's- it's too emotional, you know. Uh, when we think about, uh, some things, I would say that having a lot of rooms. The number of room is definitely the key because I can- When I- sometimes, of course, I do enjoy with my family, to watching something, eating together, but sometimes I need some place to be myself and sitting with my emotions, thinking about my career, and I just want to be myself, you know? And, uh, we have a lot of rooms. If I just don't want to interact with my family, I can go to another room. Right now, I'm in one of our living room, because other of my siblings, they're...\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay, thank you. Now let's talk about, er, transport. How do you usually travel to work or school?\nCandidate: Uh, right now, I'm neither a student nor an employee, so I just stay often at home, but I go for, uh, library, uh, I just walk there, but when I have something to do that, I often use Metrobus. Uh, I don't think so you can find it everywhere, because it's kind of unique, it's for Istanbul, it's a combination of metro and bus. It's a lot convenient, and it's really, really nice, because it doesn't necessarily need to be underground like metro, but it's not as hectic as a bus, so it's a combination of, Two systems. It's perfect for me. And I often, maybe 99%, I take MetroBoss for going somewhere to, uh, going somewhere.\nExaminer: Okay. And what type of transportation do you prefer for short trips?\nCandidate: Car, of course, we have car. And when I need to go somewhere, uh, if I'm going with my family, of course, uh, we drive our, uh, home car. Uh, but if I need to go, you know, really, really short place, like maybe just the five minutes away, I don't prefer any vehicle for, I mean, using, because I can walk. I really like walking. But as I mentioned that before, if I need to use any vehicle, it should be, it's often car. A car.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic, and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But, before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk, and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes, of course.\nExaminer: Thank you. I'll now share the topic. Okay, your one minute is now over and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: I want to talk about volleyball because it holds a special place in my heart. When I was in, um, high school, one of my teachers recommended to be a part of school team because in our break time, we played a lot of volleyball in that time. And I don't know how it's happened, but, uh, I had no idea specifically, you know, play- being a part of the volleyball team, but somehow I convinced my parents to be that because my parents were just, you know, uh, Just, uh, don't like the- don't like those type of activities. They were more into being, uh, learning some academic stuff. So I was in the team and, um, I played with a lot of Girls, and after that, we had really, after that, we kinda, uh, had a lot of good relationship with those girls. And, um, I just played almost for five years. I wasn't professional, by the way, because I get my license after the, uh, after one year. And I played, uh, for the number three, so, because I- I was a left-handed, I had advantage for the team. I- in that time, I learned a lot of good stuff, and because I learned to support ethic, I learned to have to be supportive, and I learned how to be a disciplined person, because those type of activities can teach a lot of things for the young generation, like me, because we haven't enough interaction with being a team member. I really like it, those feeling, because I just felt I'm part of something. You know, a family, because sometimes we had some, uh, ma- uh, some match, and, uh, we, um, just went there, like, after 5 p.m. or 6 p.m., so when we come back to- after the- the entremet or something, we often go- uh, went to, uh, eating something together and sharing some stories, and sometimes we get- gave us tip and tricks, you know? Oh, you're so good, but you can do something like this. It was always, uh... Okay. ...experience for us.\nExaminer: Thank you. Now let's move on and talk about sports and fitness in a bit more detail. So, do you think everyone should participate in sports?\nCandidate: Oh, I think most people are... most- most people would agree with me that, uh, sport should be a centre of, um, learning. Why I'm saying this? Because as I told you, when I was in, uh, this team, I learned a lot of good stuff to being in a teamwork, uh, being in a team. So I learned a lot of stuff to listen someone to critical thing the next day, I mean, next step and just being a part of something. So sport can teach a lot of good lessons because sometimes there is not always chance to win every time. So you need to learn sometimes how to lose and how to deal with those feelings. So it's a great place for children to learn something.\nExaminer: Okay, and what are some easy ways for people to exercise every day?\nCandidate: Uh, I think first thing first, we don't need to think about a lot. You know, sometimes we can start with just small steps, like doing some five-minute exercise, and it doesn't necessarily need to be, you know, Hot, like, hot place, or platas, or tennis, or something. Sometimes, just the small moments, just for yoga, maybe, they can also help for people to like the sport. Because some people, they- they feel, oh, I need to be perfect, I need to do everything, I need to weigh 100 kilos, but that's impossible. We need some time to see progress.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think playing sports is better than going to the gym?\nCandidate: Oh, I don't know, I do believe there are a lot of different ideas about this topic, but for me, yes! Gym, you know, um, when people are going gym, I don't know, after a bit time later, they kinda in hallucination, they- they feel like they need to be, you know, the most strongest person in the gym, the bigger one. But when it comes to sport, people learn a lot of different things. You know, if I can compare two of them, I would say that gym is more like being independent, but sport is more like a- is a social thing that people can learn together, people can learn- deal with something. So, sport for me, based on my own experience, is a lot better than gym.\nExaminer: Okay, and how can schools help children be more active?\nCandidate: Um, the first thing first, I think PTA lessons, and they can teach children how to, you know, play some certain games like football, they can teach the rules, or they can encourage them to be a part of the- the team. You know, as I mentioned that before, one of my teachers recommended me to join that, and I played five years, which means that teachers And anyone in the school, they- if they see someone has a potential, they should encourage the children to do something. Because sometimes, children are unable to see what's the hidden gems that, you know, they- they are having. So, children, I mean, schools plays a huge role, and they can encourage children directly.\nExaminer: Okay. And why do people, um, find it hard to exercise regularly?\nCandidate: Because lack of a discipline. This is the only thing that... We- we all have motivation. When we watch a video, after two minutes, we lose that motivation because we don't have the discipline. We don't know exactly how we can feed that discipline because we don't do anything regularly. We just do something, like, for one day, and after that, we say, oh, the next day, I'm gonna do this. But it doesn't work like this because it's just Brain activity, you should- it's not just a physical activity, you should also do brain activity to tell yourself, you know, I'm gonna do this, if I'm gonna not do- if I'm not gonna perform this, or if I'm not gonna, uh, do exercise, you know, what type of things can be consequences of later in life? You know, maybe I'm gonna have some- Uh, health problems, maybe I'm gonna have some, uh, some- some other problems, you know, everything relates with the lack of exercise. So, the only reason, discipline. The second reason is that there- there is not a lot of encouragement and there's not a lot of, Uh, idle, maybe I would say that, because a lot of parents are really, really busy and they don't have any time to teach their children to be inactive. And what they do, they're just writing in their bed and doing scrolling, and they don't do anything. But when they see any video, they tell them, oh, I'm gonna start later, I'm gonna start later, but it doesn't work like this.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. We've now come to the end of this test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 86,
  "title": "086 - Band 8.5 IELTS Speaking Test | Best simulation. Close to the real one! Confident IELTS Speaking test",
  "transcription": "Examiner: So let's begin the IELTS speaking test. Do you have a large group of friends?\nCandidate: I have a moderate group of friends that I keep a very close contact with. Um, they have been by my side for as long as I can remember and they are the friends I think I stick to.\nExaminer: How often do you meet your friends?\nCandidate: Now, that depends on the time that both my friends and I have but majority of the time, we like to spend our weekends together and if it was up to me and if it was up to them, we would be spending all of our time together.\nExaminer: What qualities do you value in a good friend?\nCandidate: I think a good friend is someone I can trust, someone who is always honest with me, and someone who is there for me. I think these three qualities matter a lot within a friend because a friend is someone you go to when you are having a very difficult time in life. They are the people who are by your side. So I think these three qualities are the most important.\nExaminer: Is it easier to make friends now than it was in the past?\nCandidate: I think it depends on the way you make friends. For example, currently, um, in our online, um, age, we can make friends, uh, fairly easily through social media and other platforms, while back in older times, you could make friends through, um, social areas, areas like libraries, cafes, where you can, uh, meet people and interact. You can make friends that way. So I think it depends on how you make friends, but it is easier during both the times.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, I would like to ask you about your school. What did you enjoy most about school?\nCandidate: Um, there were a lot of things that I enjoyed in school, particularly, um, my friends and, of course, my classes. Regarding my friends, um, we could always meet in the cafeteria after our classes were done, and we could discuss about anything in our lives. And regarding my classes, my teachers were always there for me, and I really liked interacting with my teachers and learning about new things. I think these are the two aspects of my school life that I enjoyed the most.\nExaminer: Which subject did you like the most?\nCandidate: I think I really liked biology and mathematics the most. For biology, um, my teacher, Ms. Aisha ma'am, really guided me through the subject. I was, I think, a little weak in biology, but she helped me improve in it, and it made me understand the world around me better. As for mathematics, I was... it was a subject that was quite challenging for me, but my teachers really helped me understand the subject more. And I really liked how I can solve problems and difficult questions in maths.\nExaminer: Did you prefer studying alone or with classmates, like group study?\nCandidate: I think it depended on the subject that I was studying at the moment. But, in most scenarios, I like studying in groups because they helped me challenge my idea and they gave me different perspectives that helped me, um, get a more holistic view on the subject.\nExaminer: Would you like to study another subject in the future?\nCandidate: Definitely. I would really like to, um, study another subject in the future, because there are a lot of things that I'm interested in, and I would like to develop my interests in those subjects, particularly, I think, psychology. I would like to learn how the mind works, how people around us interact.\nExaminer: Okay, let's talk about neighbors. Do you know your neighbors well?\nCandidate: I think I know my neighbors fairly well. I've lived in my building for a long time, and within that time, I think I'm more connected to my older neighbors. There is especially this one lady who taught me how to sing. I spend a lot of my time together with her when I can, because she is someone I'm very connected to. On the other hand, the newer neighbors who have moved in, I have yet to know them, but hopefully in the future, I can get to know them and be more connected to them.\nExaminer: Okay. How often do you talk to them?\nCandidate: I think I talk to them around once or twice a week, whenever we meet. Um, usually it is when I come back from classes or when I'm going outside. We meet outside the building, we talk, and sometimes we do arrange meetups. Um, we text each other and then we can decide when we meet. So it depends on that.\nExaminer: Is it important to have a good relationship with the neighbors?\nCandidate: I think it is very important for you to have a good relationship with your neighbors, because, uh, these are people from different walks of life that you get to meet within your building. They bring out new stories from their own personal experiences that you can get to learn, and I think that builds someone's character, and that makes you more sociable. It teaches you about different perspectives of life, and overall, increases your knowledge upon the future that you want to build.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. This is the end of part one. Let's move on to part two. In this part, you have to describe an online course or class that you found useful. Okay. You will have one minute to prepare. You can take notes if you wish. Use a pen and a paper.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: After one minute, you have to start speaking. Okay, time is up. Okay, you will have two minutes from now. Let's begin.\nCandidate: Okay. Regarding online courses that I found useful, I was introduced to online classes during the pandemic. It was something that was fairly new to me. It was very new to me and it was a concept I could not wrap my head around. But eventually I got used to it, and then I got more interested in taking online courses. There is one that comes particularly in mind. I think the online course that I took on journalism during my eighth or ninth grade, um, from the newspaper club. At that time I was very into journalism because I wanted to know how people think and how people write and how people articulate these thoughts into a piece of paper. And I took that course because I wanted to improve the way I wrote and the way I spoke. The course was on investigative journalism and Eventually, I understood more about it as I grew up, but during that course, I was taught how to be more inquisitive, how to think clearly, and how to ask the why questions. Why did this happen? Why did you do this? How did this happen? And I think that improved the way I think and the way I process my thoughts. Um, I use that now in my day-to-day life, um, when I think about things or when I want to speak about something that comes to mind, like I am during this interview. I think that was a course that I found very useful.\nExaminer: Thank you. May I have the pen and the paper?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Thank you. Thank you very much. Let's move on to part three. Okay. What are the main differences between traditional classrooms and online learning?\nCandidate: I think they both have their pros and cons. For, um, traditional learning, it is based off in a classroom where you can interact with your teachers in real life, where they can understand your flaws, areas that you are good in, areas that you are bad in, areas... And I think traditional learning is more beneficial during elementary school, when someone is new to learning, new to ideas, new to concepts. And in traditional learning, I think for younger, It is better because you can grasp concepts easier, while online learning is better for older, um, students, older learners, who already have an idea of the concept and can learn independently because online courses require you to have a, um, individual level of discipline that you, I think, develop more in your latter years than your earlier, more adolescent years.\nExaminer: Okay, do online classes require more self-discipline?\nCandidate: Online courses and classes do require more self-discipline, because it is something that you do independently. You need to push yourself to sit at your desk, open your laptop up, and enter the classroom. Um, compared to more traditional, um, classrooms, where the teachers force you, or at least push you to be better, online classes, you are all on your own. You have to do things at your own pace and push yourself more, and I think that requires more discipline than traditional classrooms.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. What qualities make an effective teacher?\nCandidate: I think a teacher needs to be someone trustworthy, someone approachable, and someone who cares about you, someone who takes an interest in you. Teachers who take an interest in you usually do put more effort into the student, which I think pushes the student to learn more, and, um, it increases the student's interest towards a subject. When a teacher is more approachable, you can talk about your mistakes more openly, and it garners a good sense of learning within the student. It makes the student more interested in the subject, and overall, I think, increases your holistic development.\nExaminer: Should technology play a bigger role in schools?\nCandidate: I think it already does play a bigger role, but I think it has a scope of improvement, the way we use technology within schools. In our school, we use videos and online resources to increase the students' learning, and it shows a different perspective of the way we can absorb information. I think that is something we do already.\nExaminer: How has internet changed the way people learn?\nCandidate: I think it has changed the way we absorb information. Um, usually, before, I think, the COVID time, we used to learn more traditionally. We used to take our notes online in our notebooks. We used to write down things. Now, we can take, um, notes online, we can record our classes, which is useful, um, when the classes are long and there is a lot of information. Um, the way we learn has changed because I think, Learning is more fast-paced now compared to before. Before, we used to take more time and, um, write and we used to take time into absorbing information, learning new things. Now, everything has become fast-paced and online resources has, um, catalyzed that. So, I think that is the way it has changed. It has its pros, cons. Pros and cons.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Do you think universities will become mostly online in the future?\nCandidate: I think there is a high probability that it will become more online. We will, of course, retain a few things, such as, um, interactive learning in real life, as well as, um, I think exams and tests, those things might be kept, Um, to the traditional classroom, but I think the way we learn, such as, um, the coursework that we take, information regarding that, content, all of that, I think, will be pushed more online, because it is more convenient for people. So maybe that aspect can be more online, and maybe in the future, these parts will be pushed more towards the online section, but some of the things will be kept to the traditional classrooms.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much. This is the end of part three. The end of the speaking test. Thank you very much for joining this session. Thanks a lot. Thank you.",
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  "serial": 87,
  "title": "087 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 5.5",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good afternoon. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Well, good afternoon, sir. My full name is, uh, Mosha Rima. You may call me Rima, which is my nickname.\nExaminer: Thank you, uh, Rina. Now, in this first part of the test, I will ask you some questions about yourself. So, do you use technology often?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, sir, I, uh, use, uh, technology on a regular basis, uh, for example, now I am also using this, uh, my laptop, it's a technology, because, uh, otherwise, uh, I also use, uh, mobile phone on a regular basis, so.\nExaminer: Okay. And what is your favourite piece of technology?\nCandidate: Well, uh, mobile phone is my favorite because, uh, by using this technology, I can communicate with my family members and, uh, friends. Uh, it's, uh, I think it's, uh, makes a convenient life.\nExaminer: Okay. Okay. Thank you. And how has technology made your life easier?\nCandidate: Well, uh, technology make, uh, my life easier, rather than previous life, because, uh, I can, uh, read by using technology. Uh, for example, when I need, uh, any information about my, uh, education related, I can search on internet, and I can get a lot of information. So, this way, it makes, uh, easier my life, rather than previous people, like.\nExaminer: Thank you. And are there any disadvantages of using technology?\nCandidate: Definitely, uh, having a lot of, uh, uh, advantages, it has some drawbacks, like, uh, overusing, uh, uh, technology, it, uh, reduce our time and it, uh, uh, it, uh, uh, effect on our studies. So I think this is the most, uh, uh, problem in our country, especially people are, uh, used to in, uh, using Facebook.\nExaminer: Okay. Now let's talk about food. What kind of food do you usually eat?\nCandidate: Well, uh, I used to, uh, eat, uh, our traditional food, uh, which is fish and, uh, uh, rice. Uh, without it, I also, uh, have, uh, different types of, uh, fast food, uh, like with, uh, uh, burger, so and so.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you prefer eating at home or eating out?\nCandidate: I, uh, prefer, uh, eating at home because, uh, it's, uh, uh, very, uh, it- the food is very healthy rather than restaurant. So that's why. And when we, uh, uh, uh, sit on, Uh, dinner time or, uh, lunch maybe. Uh, I think, uh, I can learn many things about our surroundings, like learn, uh, uh, behaviour from my parents. So, uh, it- it gives me another, uh, learning environment.\nExaminer: And how important do you think it is to have a healthy diet?\nCandidate: Actually, it's very important, uh, for us, because, uh, especially in our country, uh, it's, uh, rare to get, uh, fresh food. So, uh, uh, as a result, we are getting, uh, fat divided, so, uh, diet is very- more crucial in our life. Okay.\nExaminer: Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk and you may make notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes, I understand.\nExaminer: Okay, here is your topic, and your one minute starts now. Okay, your one minute is now over and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: Well, now I'd like to talk about, uh, a skill, uh, which was learned, uh, by me. Uh, it's a computer basic skills. I learned it, uh, before, uh, six months ago. It, uh, took almost, uh, six and seven months to learn this skill. I think it's a very, uh, it's a very crucial- it was very crucial for me because, uh, in this technologies era, we can't think anything without this skill. Uh, for example, uh, hmm, if I want to, uh, apply any, uh, job or any, uh, hmm, uh, university, so, initially, I have to record this skill because Uh, every- everybody, uh, know about this skill and, uh, in this era, uh, uh, we have to complete, uh, uh, any form or, uh, uh, mm, anything, uh, by using computer. So, the- when I was, uh, uh, honors third year student, like bachelor third year students, that I- I, uh, mm, thought that it is more crucial, uh, mm, me- for me. So, that's why I, uh, uh, learned, I took a course who is, uh, uh, who is, uh, from, uh, um, the technological center and who is, was not at the doorstep my house. Uh, I had to, uh, take to go there, uh, Almost, uh, 20 or 30 minutes on a regular basis. So, it was very good experience, uh, I have, uh, ever seen in my life and, uh, I can, uh, feel, uh, it- it- it was very good decision. Uh, without it, I can't, uh, apply any university because, uh, I applied, uh, for my master's degree program, uh, by myself. So, uh, I- I can, uh, re- I can, uh, getting result, uh, in a regular basis. So, that's why, uh, it- it has very good ex- uh, skills. And, uh, it's not only for me, but also for all the students all the way. Uh, everybody should learn this skill. It- without, uh, it, uh, we can't, uh, grow up our life because, uh, this, uh, day is technological, this, uh, so, uh...\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you. Thank you. Now, let's move on to talk about skills and education in more detail. What are some important skills that children should learn?\nCandidate: Well, uh, children, uh, should learn, uh, language, I would say, because, uh, when, uh, they, uh, grow up, and, uh, after, uh, complete, uh, certain time, they feel what is, uh, the importance of language, like, English language, or they can learn, uh, German language. So, uh, uh, uh, Children, uh, like, uh, primary and secondary education time is the best time to learn this. After that, they will pass, uh, hectic life on very academic purpose. So, uh, that's why this skill is the most important.\nExaminer: Okay. And is it better to focus on one skill or to learn many different skills?\nCandidate: From my point of view, every should, uh, sorry, everybody here should focus on skill, uh, because, uh, uh, if we know on skill immensely, so it will help me to, uh, gain, uh, uh, knowledge about a specific skill, so I can use, uh, every sector which is, uh, needed, uh, for this perspective. Like, if I have, uh, knowledge about, uh, uh, technological skills like, um, uh, Computer skill or, uh, I can, uh, when I will apply for job, during that time, uh, specifically, I can apply for computer, uh, computer-related job. So, uh, I think they should focus on skills.\nExaminer: Okay. And how can schools help students develop life skills?\nCandidate: Well, uh, uh, schools, uh, obviously can help students, uh, for develop their, uh, skills, and, uh, um, uh, I think, uh, they should, uh, focus the students, uh, uh, uh, growing up their skills, research their academic, uh, learning. So, uh, it will be very, uh, uh, crucial or important for their next life.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think that practical skills are more important than academic knowledge?\nCandidate: Definitely, practical, uh, skill is, uh, uh, more, uh, important rather than, uh, academic, because if I have any, uh, practical skill, I can use, uh, it without, uh, education in these days, because, uh, academic certificate is not at all. Uh, uh, for example, I have an academic certificate, but I don't have any knowledge, practical knowledge in this field, so it, uh, uh, wouldn't be any beneficial for me. So, that's why, uh, practical is, uh, skill is, uh, more crucial rather than academic.\nExaminer: Okay. And what role does technology play in learning new skills?\nCandidate: Well, a techn- a technological, uh, place, uh, keep a vital role, uh, from- for learning, uh, skills. Uh, for example, uh, nowadays, I am using technology when I don't, uh, know about, uh, information. I can, uh, uh, use, uh, different types of apps, like, ChatGPT, uh, is helping me, uh, for learning new things on a regular basis. Suppose, if I faced any difficulties in my, uh, technological gadget, during that time, I, uh, asked, uh, ChatGPT, and, uh, uh, it helps me to, uh, giving, uh, for giving information. So, this way, they can- it can, uh, helps people.\nExaminer: Okay? And, should governments provide more funding for skilled development programs?\nCandidate: Yes, every, uh, country's, uh, government should, uh, uh, funding, uh, uh, for growing up their, uh, youngster, uh, skills. Uh, as a result, our country will, uh, will be benefited from it economically. Uh, for example, our, uh, administration, uh, took a decision, uh, for growing up, uh, uh, technological, uh, skills, so that's why they, Okay.\nExaminer: Thank you. We've now come to the end of this test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 88,
  "title": "088 - IELTS Speaking Band 6.5 |  Speaking Interview with Aditya. Candidate was noticeably nervous.",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Let's begin the speaking test.\nCandidate: Yes, sir.\nExaminer: Do you enjoy traveling?\nCandidate: Yes, of course, I enjoy traveling.\nExaminer: What kind of places do you like to visit?\nCandidate: I'd like to visit the various tourist spots in my country, like Rangamati, Khagrachhuri, Bandarban, and the longest sea beach in the world, which is Cox's Bajor.\nExaminer: Do you prefer traveling alone or with others?\nCandidate: I prefer to travel with my family members and also friends.\nExaminer: Is there a place you'd like to visit in the future?\nCandidate: I'd like to visit the Bandarban and the Sajak in my future. It's my dream.\nExaminer: Let's talk about time management.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Are you good at managing your time?\nCandidate: I'm not that much good, but I try my best to manage my daily work routine.\nExaminer: Do you usually make a daily schedule?\nCandidate: I sometimes make a schedule but when I'm in a hurry and rush and my schedule is tight, I obviously prefer to make it.\nExaminer: What activities take up most of your time?\nCandidate: There are multifarious activities but the most common activity is studying because I have to study a lot for my upcoming admission test.\nExaminer: Is it important to plan your day in advance?\nCandidate: No, I don't think so, because the future is unpredictable and we don't know what we have to plan or not.\nExaminer: Do you enjoy learning new things?\nCandidate: Yes, I like to enjoy new things regularly.\nExaminer: What is the best way for you to learn something new?\nCandidate: The best way through which we can learn something new is to read lots and lots. We can read newspapers, journals, magazines, and so on. Also, we can make the best use of our online platforms, rather than just scrolling down in social media.\nExaminer: Have your learning habits changed over time?\nCandidate: No, I don't think so. My learning habits are, like, almost the same than the pre- like, the previous one.\nExaminer: Do you think people should continue learning throughout life?\nCandidate: Yes, it's obvious for people to continue learning throughout their life because learning is a continual process which continues from birth up to death.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. This is the end of part one. Let's move on to part two. You need to describe a healthy habit that you developed. You will have one minute to prepare. Here we go. This is your pen and paper. You can take one minute. You can take notes. Would you like to speak now?\nCandidate: Yes, sir, I'd like to speak now, please.\nExaminer: So, we'll have two minutes from now.\nCandidate: The good habit that I've cultivated, that is, rising early in the morning, If I rise early in the morning, it gives me a feeling that my 24-hour day is prolonged and it steams my confidence and helps me to concentrate on my daily chores. Also, Rising early in the morning has various benefits in both body and mind. According to our religion, the time 4 to 5 AM is a spacious and holy time. In this time, if we rise early, then Our mind remains fresh and also we can focus on the thing if we- if we start studying that time, then our concentration is very higher than studying the other days. And also, we can keep our mind free from bad thoughts and also focus on every work we do. We can finish our daily chores on time. And our self-confidence is also enhanced. People these days are now more curious to keep their body fit and also refrain from various bad habits. At present, we can see that people are Getting more attacked with various cardiovascular diseases like, uh, heart attack, diabetes. So, people are now aware of their own health. That's why they're started various healthy practices. Like, rising early in the morning.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you, thank you. Okay, may I have the pen and the paper, please? Thank you. Thank you very much. Let's move on to part three. In this part, I'm going to ask you some questions related to health and lifestyle. What are the biggest health challenges people face today?\nCandidate: I think there are various challenges that people face today. There is no one-size-fits-all problem, but there are multifarious problems. The thing that I believe is various. Cardiovascular problems and also cancer-related diseases. These diseases have grown much in present time. It's because people, adult viewers, unhealthy eating habits and also lead an unhealthy lifestyle. They avoid eating vegetables, fruits, and rather they prefer eating junk foods and take-outs. Which eventually leads to obesity and little diseases.\nExaminer: Should governments do more to encourage healthy living?\nCandidate: Yes, I think it's the duty of government to encourage their citizens to move towards healthy lifestyle. Because health is the root of all success.\nExaminer: How can schools help children develop healthy habits?\nCandidate: School can conduct various, um, programs to encourage their students. Teacher can be a- teachers can be a role model in front of the students so that students feel motivated and learn from their teachers.\nExaminer: Do modern lifestyles make it harder to stay healthy?\nCandidate: Yes. The modern lifestyle is very much hectic and rushing. The bustling life of cities It's leading to depression and anxiety among people. People are careless about their own health because they rush toward their jobs only.\nExaminer: What impact has technology had on people's health?\nCandidate: Technology has put human's health on decline because people are more preferring to spend their time in social media rather than their own health.\nExaminer: Why do some people ignore health advice even when they know it is beneficial?\nCandidate: Some people ignore health advice even when they know that it is beneficial. It's due to some reasons. One of the reasons is they have- their income is less and they fail to take care of their own health to meet the household demands.\nExaminer: How do you think people's lifestyle will change in the future?\nCandidate: I don't think so people's lifestyle will change in the future, but because the future is unpredictable and people are more in rush than they are in future.\nExaminer: Thank you very much. This is the end of the speaking test. Thank you, Aditho.\nCandidate: Thank you, sir.",
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  "serial": 89,
  "title": "089 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 6",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good afternoon. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Good afternoon, sir. My full name is Nikhil Yadav, but you can call me Simple Nikhil.\nExaminer: Thank you. Now, in this first part of the test, I will ask you some questions about yourself. So, do you enjoy travelling?\nCandidate: Yes, of course, I enjoy traveling. Instead, uh, whenever I have, uh, uh, whenever I have time and I get any moment to go for travel, then I usually go for travel.\nExaminer: Okay, and what is the most interesting place you've traveled to?\nCandidate: Interesting place that I travel, uh, last week, uh, is Chandigarh. Uh, I go there for some my documents work. That was a really very interesting place.\nExaminer: Okay. And how often do you travel?\nCandidate: Uh, I travel by my own car and, uh, but, uh, sometime I travel by bus.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you prefer to travel by plane, train or a car?\nCandidate: Sir, actually, travelling by plane, it's so costly as compared to travel by train or car. So, I prefer travel by car and train.\nExaminer: Okay, now let's talk about your hobbies. Do you have any hobbies?\nCandidate: Yes, of course, I have a bucket of hobbies, uh, and it depends on my mood and situation, uh, what hobby I usually, like, uh, do. When I have a lot of time, then I usually play chess, because it take a lot of constra- uh, concentration.\nExaminer: Okay, and how did you get interested in your hobbies?\nCandidate: Sir, can you please repeat the question?\nExaminer: Yeah, how did you get interested in playing chess?\nCandidate: Uh, sir, it actually happened when I was 10 years old, uh, when my father gave me, uh, a board of chess game. Uh, by the passage of time, I got interested in it, and I play, and now it is my, uh, it's like a passion, and now I am a district player of chess.\nExaminer: Oh, okay. Right, now let's talk about music. What type of music do you listen to?\nCandidate: Uh, well, it totally depends on my mood. Uh, when I feel energetic, I usually, um, listen pop-up and, uh, like, some energetic type of music. But also, uh, it's like, uh, when I feel some sad, then I usually, like, uh, listen some Uh, peaceful music.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you prefer listening to music at home or music when you go out?\nCandidate: Well, uh, apparently I listen to music when I was at home, uh, because, uh, uh, during traveling, uh, I have to con- concentrate on other things like, uh, if you, Uh, listen- the- the- listen songs, uh, then you cannot, uh, focus on your path and, uh, maybe sometime you, like, uh, uh, forget your path.\nExaminer: Okay. And how important is music in your life?\nCandidate: Uh, well, it's play a little bit, uh, uh, importance in my life because sometime when I feel anxiety, then I play, uh, songs and I get relief from that type of anxiety.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But, before your talk, you will have one minute to prepare and make notes. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes, sir.\nExaminer: Thank you. I will now share the topic with you. Okay, so your one minute is now over and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: Uh, well, uh, here I would like to talk about my father who influenced my life very much. Uh, I know him since my childhood and, uh, also, uh, There are lots of impact on my life. He, uh, I consider- I admire him as my role model and, uh, he- he's very hardworking person and a dedicated person, uh, toward his passion. He always supports me in difficult time and always, uh, always taught me to, He taught me to, uh, uh, face every difficulties with, uh, with, uh, uh, with, uh, confident and patient. Uh, like, uh, uh, he- he's also a very confident person, uh, and always ready to help all- ready to help all types of people that, uh, they are need- that type of they need. help, like, uh, from fin- finance, financial, and, uh, any other type. Uh, there are huge impact on, uh, my life, like, uh, uh, he support, uh, my family as much as he could, uh, and he do lots of things in his life, uh, because he's a very struggle man, uh, like, uh, he- he come from a humble background, and, He do lots of, uh, uh, struggle in his life to become a, uh, financial stable person. So, I think, uh, there are loads influence on my life. And, uh, he influence me in that way, like, uh, he teach me to be punctual to time and...\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: ... punctual to time and...\nExaminer: Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. You can stop there. You can stop there. You can stop there. Stop. Thank you. Thank you. Now, let's move on and talk about influential people in more detail. Uh, how do you think famous people influence society?\nCandidate: Well, uh, famous people, uh, influence society in various way. Uh, they give, uh, motivated speech to everyone to, uh, like, do hard working and, uh, to dedicate towards his passion and always, uh, like, uh, giving the speech about, uh, doing some, uh, social work by doing such little bit, uh, uh, giving some money and contribute to charity.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think family members are the most influential people in a person's life?\nCandidate: Yes, of course. In everyone, uh, pers- everyone person's life, uh, family member, uh, influenced him, uh, very much because, uh, uh, he always, uh, taught a pers- uh, taught a family person Uh, like for welfare and, uh, always, uh, they want to see that, uh, that person successful in their life.\nExaminer: Okay. And how can a teacher or a mentor influence a student's future?\nCandidate: Well, uh, they influence them in various way, like, uh, uh, by giving their own, uh, struggle of life, and by giving the speech of, uh, hardworking they do in their life, and also by giving the example of, uh, some successful- successful person in their life.\nExaminer: They see, like... And how do you think a person's values can influence others?\nCandidate: Um, I think, uh, the value of person includes, uh, in many ways, like, uh, uh, uh, like, uh, if they- if- if their value, uh, is very high, then they influence very much.\nExaminer: Okay. And how do you think the internet has changed the way people influence each other?\nCandidate: Yes, sir.\nExaminer: Uh, how do you think the internet has changed the way people influence each other?\nCandidate: Uh, well, internet play a major role, uh, by, uh, like, by sharing the lifestyle of, uh, like, famous people. Uh, so, in- in that way, internet change the- in- in that way, internet influence everyone by giving their lifestyle and, uh, story of their struggle of life.\nExaminer: Okay. And is it important for people to have role models in their lives?\nCandidate: Uh... I think, uh, it is very important, uh, everyone have a role model in their life. Because, uh, if, uh, a person have a role model, then they is, uh, dedicated, uh, and follow the rules of that person, uh, and also, uh, they have a aim to achieve, like, that person that he achieve in that life. So, I think, uh, everyone have a role model in their life.\nExaminer: Okay? And, do you think there is a difference between positive and negative influences?\nCandidate: Yes, sir, of course, uh, uh, there are difference between the positive and, uh, negative influence. Like, uh, uh, in- in that, uh, some, uh, there's some very negative influence, like, uh, some people follow, uh, like, uh, gangsters as their role model. So, I think in that type, uh, uh, there are also some negative influence on the people.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. We've now come to the end of this test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 90,
  "title": "090 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.5 | Practice Test with Feedback |  Tasmia’s Outstanding Performance",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Let's begin the speaking test. Do you live in a house or an apartment?\nCandidate: I live in an apartment, a flat to be exact. My family owns it currently and we moved there in 2018.\nExaminer: What do you like most about where you live?\nCandidate: I love the noise in the place I live. There are a lot of restaurants, people, schools all around and I just love the noise that comes with it.\nExaminer: Okay. Would you like to move somewhere else in the future?\nCandidate: Not really. I mean, I love the people around me. I love the facilities that comes with it and everything. So, it isn't necessary for me to move somewhere else, to move somewhere quieter. I just feel safe where I'm living right now.\nExaminer: Okay. Let's talk about food. Do you enjoy cooking?\nCandidate: I enjoy cooking. I mean, I find it incredibly therapeutic and a way to unwind myself after a long day.\nExaminer: Okay. What kinds of food do you usually eat?\nCandidate: Now, it depends on what I'm craving, but usually, I eat home-cooked meals like rice or chicken, anything like my mother makes.\nExaminer: Have your eating habits changed over time?\nCandidate: Definitely. I mean, when I was younger, I didn't really care on what I put in my body, but nowadays, I'm much more conscious on what I eat, so I prefer healthier options like chicken fillet or fish fillets or many vegetables sautéed over junk food or takeaways.\nExaminer: Is it important for families to eat together?\nCandidate: I absolutely agree that families should eat together. It strengthens bond, it deepens relationship, and it- by conversing with them, it helps create a sense of familiarity among everyone.\nExaminer: Let's talk about weather. What kind of weather do you enjoy most?\nCandidate: I really love sunny weather and the warmth.\nExaminer: Okay. Does the weather affect your mood?\nCandidate: Not really. I'm a strong person and I feel like I'm more influenced by the events around me, so I don't think weather influences my moods or what I'm thinking.\nExaminer: Do people talk about the weather very often where you live?\nCandidate: Weather is not really a common topic where I live. People usually talk about politics or any other things that has been going around. Weather is more of a- most of a subtle topic.\nExaminer: Let's move on to part two. In this part, you have to talk about a place where you feel completely relaxed. Here we go. You can take one minute to prepare. And after that, you have to talk about this topic for around two minutes, okay? Let's have your preparation. Okay, your time is up. Would you like to start now?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Please.\nCandidate: A place where I really like to relax is not my home or any other place, but rather a library. It's 20 minutes away from my house, to be exact. I barely go there, but when I do, I usually take my time. It's moderate in size, but has books of all genre, some of which that I have borrowed and read over and over again. Now, when it comes to why I find it relaxing, there are- the reasons are clearly multifaceted. I love reading. It's one of my hobbies, and it transports me to a different world full of imagination and ideas. It is my thinking space, and I can brainstorm as many ideas as possible. Sometimes I go there to study or just for research purposes, but it's not about, uh, the studying thing that I go for there, but... For the atmosphere as well, the solitude that comes with it is something that I crave for even in my house. The librarian lady, the staff are also incredibly welcoming and has helped me time to time. And, yes, this is one of the- that's one of the places that I really love relaxing.\nExaminer: Why do people find it difficult to relax nowadays?\nCandidate: Relaxing has now become a luxury to a lot of people because our modern lifestyle requires us to do a lot of things at once, which results in a busier and hectic schedule. So not all of us has time to unwind down, which leads to us not relaxing.\nExaminer: Are people busier today than in the past?\nCandidate: I agree. People are more busier right now than as of the past because there are more jobs in the job market, there's a lot of competition, many courses where people can skill build, so people find themselves much more occupied than before.\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you. Let's move on to part three. Do you think people should be taught stress management techniques at school?\nCandidate: Students, especially, should be taught about stretch management techniques because, now, when students face exams, boards, or any other external pressure, it creates anxiety, depression, or even methods of coping mechanism that are not appropriate for them. Therefore, teachers or the faculty members can teach them how to relax or how to do meditation, even in the times of harsh difficulties.\nExaminer: What kinds of leisure activities are becoming more popular these days, and why?\nCandidate: Leisure activities like journaling, scrapbooking, or watching movies are way more popular than usual, but most of the time is just scrolling through phones.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. Do young and older people relax in the same way?\nCandidate: Definitely not. I mean, older people and younger people, they are both from a different generation. So, when these older people were younger, they used to spend their time, you know, climbing trees, playing tag, or just spending time with family. But nowadays, we're just more secluded, or we're just- we just love being alone most of the time. So, I think the relaxing methods of elderly people and younger people are different.\nExaminer: Okay, will people have more or less free time in the future?\nCandidate: I don't think it is for certain whether more people are going to have free time than usual. It just depends on the path they take or the job date they choose. Let's say, for example, people going for a medical job might get a weekend off for just working flexible hours, or let's say, uh, people going for much more of a government job, they'll find two days off, or they might get more holidays than usual. So it just depends on what they- like, what job they take.\nExaminer: Is it important for governments to invest in parks or other public spaces for relaxation?\nCandidate: Definitely. Governments should take initiatives in investing more about public spaces like parks or lakes for relaxation. Not everyone relaxes in a linear way. For example, we, uh, unwind ourselves by watching our phones or watching movies. Some people rather like doing physical exercises, for example. So they do not find enough public spaces to do so. And they just sit at their houses, just spend their time away. So it's definitely crucial to create more public spaces or more opportunities to facilitate motor movement and physical well-being.\nExaminer: Thank you. This is the end of part three. Thank you very much.",
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  "serial": 91,
  "title": "091 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 8.5 | Indian Student",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good afternoon. My name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Good afternoon, sir. My name is Sambrita Saha.\nExaminer: Thank you. And what should I call you?\nCandidate: Uh, sir, you can call me Sambrita.\nExaminer: Thank you, Sambrita. Now, in this first part of the test, I will ask you some questions about yourself. So, let's start with food. What type of food do you enjoy eating the most?\nCandidate: Uh, to be honest, I like eating fast food, but I know that it's not, uh, healthy for my body, but I try to, uh, maintain a balance, uh, between healthy food and fast food.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you prefer eating at home or dining out?\nCandidate: I prefer eating at home, uh, because I feel that, uh, it's more, uh, healthier. Uh, when your mother, uh, cooks, uh, the dishes and prepares it for you, rather than, uh, eating outside.\nExaminer: Okay, and are there any foods you didn't like as a child but enjoy now?\nCandidate: Um, there were a couple of foods. Um, I didn't like spicy foods, um, when I was, uh, in my childhood, but now I, uh, really, uh, love eating them.\nExaminer: Okay. Now let's talk about technology. How has technology changed your daily life?\nCandidate: I think it has, uh, become more, uh, convenient and, uh, flexible to use, um, because you can just, uh, easily, uh, connect, uh, with people, uh, across the globe and you can, uh, operate it anytime, whenever you like.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you prefer using your phone or your computer?\nCandidate: Uh, I'll go for phone, uh, because, uh, it's more flexible to use. You can use it anytime, uh, whether you are in the bus or, uh, you are outside, uh, working, uh, somewhere. I think, uh, it's more flexible, so I'll go for phone.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think technology has made life easier or more complicated?\nCandidate: It has become more easier, especially for people of my ages. Uh, we can operate it, uh, really very easily. Uh, as I said that it has, uh, become, uh, really very, uh, convenient, uh, to use. Um, but it could be, uh, confusing for, uh, people who are, uh, older in age.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Now, let's talk about entertainment. How do you usually spend your free time?\nCandidate: Uh, I usually, um, spend my free time, uh, reading books or listening to music, but it totally, uh, depends, uh, on my mood.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you prefer watching movies or TV shows?\nCandidate: I prefer watching, uh, movies, um, because, uh, I ca- I cannot, uh, watch, uh, something, uh, continuously for longer periods of time, uh, like TV shows. Uh, when it comes to, uh, movies, I could just, uh, finish it off in just two or three hours or- or so. So, I prefer watching movies.\nExaminer: Now, in this next part of the test, I will give you a topic and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But, before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes, sir.\nExaminer: Thank you. I will now share the topic. Okay, your one minute is now over and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: Yeah, so today, uh, I would like to, uh, talk about, uh, something, uh, that I learned, uh, in my first time. So... It's classical music. When I was five years old, my mother taught me this type of music. It's really very difficult, but very popular in our culture, especially in India. So, in my family, um, classical, uh, music is, uh, sung by my mother, my, uh, grandmother, and, uh, they wanted me to, uh, pass it, um, in the upcoming generations as well. So... Uh, it was a kind of, uh, skill, uh, that I always, uh, wanted to, uh, learn. So, I started to learn, uh, and, uh, eventually I even, uh, improved. Um, I gave around, uh, two to three hours every day. And, uh, slowly, um, I had to, uh, I even got invited to perform on stage and, um, perform on concerts. Then I also was given the opportunity to perform in Indian reality shows. And it was, uh, truly a very, uh, exciting, uh, thing for me.\nExaminer: Thank you. Thank you. Now, let's move on and talk about this topic in a bit more detail. So, how important is it to keep learning new things as you get older?\nCandidate: I think it's really very important to learn new things. Firstly, it would help you to improve your knowledge about that particular thing that you're learning, and then practically apply it in real life. Uh, and I'll say that it totally depends, uh, on the personal interests of the people. Like, um, for example, if a person is interested in learning music, uh, he or she can learn it anytime and, uh, You could also, means, if you learn that skill, then you can also apply it, as I said, you can perform in various, uh, concerts and stages and you can also make money out of it. So, it would truly be, uh, helpful for you.\nExaminer: Okay, and how do people usually learn new skills today?\nCandidate: Uh, I think, uh, today you have a lot of, uh, options, like, especially, uh, it's the, uh, era of technology, so you can, uh, easily learn online. There are a lot of, uh, things to learn. As I said, it depends on your, uh, interests. If you want to learn cooking, you can just, uh, easily open YouTube and watch a couple of videos and learn it at your own pace, and you can also, uh, develop that skill.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you... Okay, thank you. And do you think formal education is the best way to learn?\nCandidate: Um, yes, I'll say, uh, formal education is, uh, important, but I think that, uh, there are a lot of, uh, uh, things that might not require formal education, uh, but at the moment, I don't remember what are those areas. But I think, uh, if you acquire formal education, then it would be easier for you to acquire that new skill.\nExaminer: Okay. And how has the internet changed the way people learn?\nCandidate: Um, as I said that it has, uh, made people's lives easier. Uh, you could just, uh, open YouTube and see a couple of videos, as I said. And you can watch it, um, whenever you want. It's- it's quite a flexible option, I should say. And, uh, seeing those videos and practically applying it in your life, you can learn.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think people learn better through practical experience or theoretical knowledge?\nCandidate: I'll say practical experience, um, because sometimes, uh, the things that are written in textbook, um, you might not completely understand, but if you practically apply them, uh, using those concepts, uh, using step-by-step approach, then it would help you to gain a better experience.\nExaminer: Okay. And how can learning new things help improve a person's career?\nCandidate: Um, I think, um, uh, sorry, can you please repeat the question?\nExaminer: Yes, of course. How can learning new things help improve someone's career?\nCandidate: Um, if you learn, uh, new things, like, the things that you are, uh, interested in, I think it could, uh, develop your career. Um, like, for example, um... The thing which you are working on, uh, you might not, uh, be able to, uh, get the job related to the field in which you are working, uh, but you- if you learn new skills, means something that interests you or something that the job market demands, then in that case, it might help you.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. We've now come to the end of this speaking test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 92,
  "title": "092 - IELTS Speaking Band 6.5 | Fluent but Weak in Vocabulary? |  Practice test with a Real Candidate",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Let's begin with the IELTS Speaking Test, part one. Do you enjoy traveling?\nCandidate: Yeah, I love enjoy traveling. Whenever I get the time, I travel with my friends.\nExaminer: Okay. What kind of places do you like to visit?\nCandidate: I love to visit quiet places, and the place which are- which are close to nature, for- especially Cox's Bazaar and the Bandarban, the hilly areas, hilly regions, so I love them.\nExaminer: Okay. Have you ever traveled alone?\nCandidate: No, I never traveled alone. I think with my friends, I can enjoy more while traveling. So, yeah, of course, I travel with my friends or my families.\nExaminer: Do you prefer traveling to cities or nature?\nCandidate: I think I would prefer traveling to nature because cities, that makes you exasperate because of the loud noises and crowds. So, well, when- whenever you went to nat- natural places, you will feel relaxed.\nExaminer: How often do you go on holiday?\nCandidate: Um, twice or once in a month. I go with my friends, especially. We don't get any free time because I do small business, so that's why I don't get any free time.\nExaminer: What is the most memorable trip you ever had?\nCandidate: The most memorable trip I remember was with my parents back in 2023. We traveled India. So, there, um, I used to know about, uh, the people of India. So, yeah, that- that was amazing.\nExaminer: Do you plan your holidays in detail or just go with the flow?\nCandidate: I just go with the flow because I- the plans which I, uh, used to make for months, like, those doesn't really work out. So, yeah, sudden plans are the best.\nExaminer: So, do you like short trips or long vacations?\nCandidate: I love short trips because I think one or two days are enough to make me feel relaxed. So, yeah, I love short trips.\nExaminer: Have your travel habits changed in recent years?\nCandidate: Yeah, it has changed quite a lot, cause in the past, I was a child, so my parents used to plan trips, but nowadays, I used to plan trip.\nExaminer: Do you like learning about local culture when you travel?\nCandidate: Yeah, I love learning about local cultures because, um, basically the local cuisine, I love to eat food, so whenever I go for traveling, I mix with them, I try their local cuisines and it makes me feel great.\nExaminer: Okay. Would you like to live in another country for some time?\nCandidate: I don't think so, because I- I love my country, and I- I- I cannot live without my parents, so, yeah, for that reason, I think I will live here, rather than staying abroad.\nExaminer: Okay, fine, so this is the end of part one, let's move on to part two. In this part, you need to describe a trip or holiday that you particularly enjoyed, and you should say where you went, who you went with, What you did there and explain why that trip was memorable for you. Okay? You can take notes if you wish. After one minute, you need to speak. Thank you. Here you go. So you have one minute for your preparation. You can take notes if you wish. So, thank you. Time is up. Would you like to start now, please?\nCandidate: Yeah, sure. So, today, I would like to talk about a trip that I particularly enjoyed, is the trip with Cox's Bazaar. I went there with my friends and my family. So, it was a story from last month. Uh, we started early in the morning, around six or seven o'clock. Then we, uh, we started by bus, and we reached there around four or five... At the afternoon, so we directly checked into the hotel first, then I took some rest, then again we went to try the local cuisines over there, specially the seafoods, I love the coral fish fry, and it was amazing. And then we went to the beach, uh, I- I- with my friends, we all enjoyed there. We ran around the sand- around the beach and also enjoyed playing football over there. We planned to parasail over there. Uh, we went a place, I- I forgot the name, but, uh, one- one of my friend got into an accident while doing parasailing. So, that- that moment, that devastated all of us. So, we went back to our hotel and tried to forget the moment. So, after that, the next day, we woke- wake up early in the morning, went to the restaurant, had our breakfast, and planned to, uh, visit the other places. So, we went to Himchuri for hiking, and That day, uh, I can remember that, um, one of my friend, uh, broke his ankle while doing the hiking. So, so, I get nostalgic whenever I think about it. So, that's the reason it made the whole trip memorable.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Thank you very much. This is the end of part two. May I have the paper and the pencil, please?\nCandidate: Sure.\nExaminer: Thank you very much. Uh, let's move on to part three, and I'm going to ask you several questions in this part. Why do people like to travel?\nCandidate: I think people love to travel is because it makes you feel relaxed, and because of the workload you, uh, because of the workload you faces nowadays, it makes too much pressure on- on a person. So, whenever a person went for traveling or goes for traveling, and they feel relaxed.\nExaminer: How does tourism benefit a country?\nCandidate: Tourism benefits a country in various ways. For- for- for the- for example, the first way is the economical way, and the second way is the- the- the tourist people can learn about culture. Uh, for especially if the, uh, international tourists, they come to our country or visit our country, they get to learn about our culture and our people. So, uh, they can uphold that in their country. So, I guess for that reason, um, touris- tourism can benefit. Our country and our economy.\nExaminer: So, what are the negative impacts of tourism on the local communities?\nCandidate: So, the negative impact on tourism on local communities is the price-hiking and also the environment pollution and third one will be the mix of traditions and cultures. So, our local cultural people don't want to be mixed with other cultural people. So, uh, for that reason, I guess, The international tourists, they feel embarrassed, like, uh, they try to follow their culture here, but, um, for the local people, it's like, they don't like that much. So, I guess, that's the reason. And another one will be the price-hacking. Whenever they get to see the international tourists, they just, um, increase the prices of each and everything. So, the local community people also have to follow those rules, and they have to pay the same amount of money.\nExaminer: Do you think nowadays people travel more?\nCandidate: Yeah, I think people travel more nowadays than in the past because of the workload. They want to escape from the works. So, especially me, whenever I see work, I feel really exhausted. So, I love to travel. Whenever I get any free time, I go to travel.\nExaminer: Do you think travel is more important for young people than the elderly people?\nCandidate: I think it's important for both of them, but, uh, it's more important for the elderly people. For young people, they can travel more in the future and they are able to travel. They go, uh, out every day or, like, twice or thrice in- thrice in a month, you know, a week. But for the elderly people, they take the responsibilities, they took all the responsibilities, and in our culture, they think they don't have to travel that much. So they get homesick. So, for that reason, to make them feel more relaxed, I think they should travel more than younger people.\nExaminer: How has technology changed the way people plan their trips?\nCandidate: It has changed a lot, um, especially for younger people. Whenever they scroll through their phones, they see places that- that- that are really great, so they feel encouraged to go there. So, they plan over their phone, they call their friends, hey, let's go, let's go out, we can go there and there, and they make plans in two or three minutes. It doesn't even take two or three minutes, it takes highest one minute. So, yeah, it has completely changed. The way of traveling and the plannings that you make. They can reserve. Article reserve, yes.\nExaminer: Okay. So, thank you very much. This is the end of the speaking test. Thank you for joining this session. Thanks a lot.",
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  "title": "093 - IELTS Speaking Test Band 8 | Mock Test | Bangladeshi Student 🇧🇩",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good afternoon, my name is Brick. Could you tell me your full name please?\nCandidate: My full name is MD Imran Hussain but you can call me Imran.\nExaminer: Thank you Imran. Now, in this first part of the test, I will ask you some questions about yourself. So, where are you from?\nCandidate: Basically, I was born in Bangladesh, but I moved here in Australia for my higher education purposes, and currently I'm doing my Bachelor in Cyber Security. So, right now I'm in Melbourne, Australia.\nExaminer: Okay, and what do you like most about your hometown?\nCandidate: There are so many things that I am really into in my hometown, especially I love the education system, especially all the colorful buildings and the people as well. People in my hometown, they are so hospitable, kind, humble, and I love seeing every now and then, whenever I wake up in the morning, talk with them, hang out with them, I really enjoy those moments.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Besides it, there are some playgrounds that I am really into.\nExaminer: Okay, okay. And has your hometown changed over the years?\nCandidate: Well, let me think because I moved here a couple of years ago. I think, yes, it has changed a lot if I compare to the previous days because roads were not that much well constructed. However, now there are so many roads are connected to my hometown, which is making people's lives much more easier for commuting one place to another place.\nExaminer: Okay, and would you recommend your hometown to others?\nCandidate: Obviously, yes. I would recommend foreign people, especially who are coming from different countries, uh, to recommend them to visit my hometown as there are so many opportunities, so many activities they can do. Especially in the park, there are so many gymnasiums, equipments installed by the government so they can do different sort of activity. They can have a look at the beautiful nature in my hometown, which would actually, you know, attract them a lot to come every now and then. So, I would definitely recommend those people who want to get the real vibe of rural area to visit my hometown and have a look. Enjoy.\nExaminer: Okay, now let's talk about accommodation. Do you live in a house or an apartment?\nCandidate: To- to be spoken, I used to live in a flat, where there are cou- there were a couple of rooms in my flat. I had to actually share with my friends. However, right now, I'm actually living in a townhouse. It has got nine rooms. I'm a bachelor, so I have got my own private room. So, it was, like, two-story building previously, but nowadays, as I told you, like, I'm living in a townhouse, so it's, like, a great place. There's a backyard front yard for doing different sort of activity in the weekend.\nExaminer: Okay, and what do you like most about your home?\nCandidate: I think I am a big fan of my home, especially my room, you know, bedroom, because I decorated this bedroom in a classy way, like putting all of my stuff, uh, you know, right place so that I can actually get those sort of things whenever it needed. So I'm feeling comfortable because the room is spacious and so comfy for me. I feel like, okay, I'm chilling in my room, you know, but whenever I'm... I mean, others' room, I feel, like, hesitate to touch different sort of equipment, so I'm feeling uncomfortable in this particular room. I think my bedroom is, like, comfortable zone for me.\nExaminer: Okay. Now let's, uh, talk about a different topic. Uh, what do you do for work or study?\nCandidate: Currently, I'm a student. As I told you shortly before, I'm doing- I'm doing ICT, I mean IT, majoring in cyber security. Beside it, as Australian government, they're allowing students to do part-time job. I'm doing different sort of part-time jobs so that I can support myself.\nExaminer: Okay, and what are you doing for your part-time job?\nCandidate: Well, sometimes I actually deliver food, which is called Uber Eats. So I'm a driver in their application. So I ha- basically I have to actually pick up the order. I have to deliver this order to the correct customer with the safety of the food so that they can actually eat and they can give me some tips as well. So I'm enjoying it because Australia is beautiful. There are some picturesque places. Whenever I'm driving car, it seems like I'm going on an adventure. So I'm really enjoying. Okay.\nExaminer: Now, in this next part of the test, I'm going to give you a topic, and I would like you to speak about this topic for one to two minutes. But before that, you will have one minute to prepare for your talk, and you may take notes if you wish. Do you understand?\nCandidate: Yes, sir.\nExaminer: Thank you. I will now share the topic. Okay, your one minute starts now. Okay, your one minute is now over and you may begin to speak.\nCandidate: Alright, so basically, I'm a travel freak person, so I love traveling, adventuring different sort of places because it allows me to understand different places' nature, different people, their tradition, their culture. So, the last time I went on a vacation, it was in Great Ocean Road. It is amazing, and I think that was the best holiday I have ever actually took in my entire life. So, I can vividly remember that as soon as I actually finished my semester, it was like a couple of months ago, I decided to actually go on a road trip, and I actually took a couple of my friends, Nahid, Karim, and then Hassan. So, three of my friends, they actually got in my car, and then we started our journey in the very early morning. So while we were- I was the person who was actually driving the car, so I went on- on that particular, you know, destination, Great Ocean, maybe around, uh, 15 minutes earlier, because in the morning there was no car, no traffic, nothing. So when we actually arrived at that particular place for our holiday, it was a spectacular view, because I know my people, especially my friends there, Amazing, they have got, like, outgoing personality, and some of my friends, they have got, you know, sense of humor. So, we started singing song, enjoying that moment, and then we took off our older shirts and everything, and then we jump into the ro- in- into the ocean, we swim a lot, we enjoy that particular moment. So, when the sun was about to set, we started eating barbecue, some of my friends, they were collecting, A different sort of coal so that we can, you know, burn it, we can make a fire and then start, um, you know, eating those amazing barbecue with flavor taste. So, I must say that my friends are smart cookie because they're so talented at having amazing, um, you know, amazing plan in their life that they're trying to actually achieve it and they're trying to make their life better. So, I do have personal... I mean, some of my friends, they have, like, outgoing personality, as I told you, they are so sociable, so that's why I love to actually engage myself with them. That's okay.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Now, let's move on and talk about holidays in more detail. How important is it for people to take a holiday from work or study?\nCandidate: Personally speaking, this is so crucial in people's life when they are actually taking holidays because it refreshes their mind. After studying a lot and then just they want to actually get, uh, get rid of the hustle and bustle city or the crowd moment, they want to get some sort of refresh- refreshment. So I think holiday is indispensable time for those people to spend quality time with their beloved one. So this is really crucial for their life.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think holidays are more important for younger people or older people?\nCandidate: To be honest, this is important for everyone. Younger people and older people as well. Because younger people, we love to explore different traditions, different cultures, different places. So that's why after doing a lot of hard work, then if we get a holiday, it will definitely give us some sort of amazing, you know, a quality moment so that we can understand what is the meaning of life. It's also important for older people because as they're getting old, sometimes they stay alone. Maybe don't- they don't actually get their village people surrounding them. But if they actually go for a holiday, they would get together, they would share different sort of amazing experience in their life. And that particular moment would be the best for elderly people with the younger people. The younger people may actually get a lot of things to know from them. I think it's important for both of them.\nExaminer: Okay, and how do holidays today differ from holidays in the past?\nCandidate: Well, as I told you, I was born in 2020, I'm in 2002, so you can consider me as Zenzy. So, I've been actually watching a lot of videos in different sort of platforms that people are going on holidays, especially they love to hill trek and they love to do different sort of things and they share those sort of things into Social media platform. I think- I heard couple of things from my parents, from my grandpa. They used to tell us, like, previously, like, in 19th century, that time, they just, uh, took a day off and get together in their room, I mean, in a house, or maybe sometimes go just beside the- the place where is near to their house, and they just stay together, they talk, they sang song. I mean, all people, they were to get together to eat something, to do different sort of activity. But nowadays, as we have got transportation, all the, you know, access- accessible things, we can actually go anywhere we want. So it's definitely different because we are choosing different places.\nExaminer: Yeah. And what are the benefits and drawbacks of taking holidays in your own country versus going abroad?\nCandidate: Well, I reckon there are some advantages and disadvantages of taking holidays, especially if I talk about my country, Bangladesh, which is a beautiful country, obviously. There are some amazing places where people can actually go for their, um, holiday to spend their vacation. So, there are advantages, uh, like people, they would relieve, you know, they would able to actually get a time when they can breathe properly, uh, they can rephrase their- themselves, then they can also get the energy so they can actually continue and focus on their work. But, I think there are some ad- disadvantages as well as roads are not well constructed in our country, so it may actually take longer time, it may costly, sometimes they face different sort of problem in the roads. However, if they actually take a holiday to go abroad, especially, um, if I talk about Nepal, which is beautiful, if I talk about, Uh, you know, Thailand, which is amazing in terms of ocean. So, it would definitely cost a lot of money for them. Maybe it's not for everyone's cup of tea. Maybe only certain amount of people they can actually able to do this. But, at the end, if you actually make it happen, then that would be amazing experience in the life, I guess. Okay.\nExaminer: And, do you think technology has changed the way people plan and enjoy their holidays?\nCandidate: Absolutely, yes, it is taking important role in our daily life to actually take holidays, because if I talk about 90s time in that particular duration, as internet was not that much, you know, active or, uh, accessible for everyone, so people didn't able to actually see the whole world. But in terms of, like, the revolution of, you know, like, technology, AI, everything is making our life so easy to see. What is happening in Nepal? What are the amazing places in Australia? Where can we actually go for our, uh, holiday, our honeymoon, you know, for enjoying our honeymoon, especially as I'm an adult, so I recently got married. So nowadays I'm actually searching a lot in different sort of, thank you very much, different sort of platforms so that I can actually get the proper place where I can enjoy my honeymoon time with my wife in a different way. So I think technology is playing the crucial role here, which is making our life much more easier to go anywhere we want, and we can see the preview in YouTube and different other sort of platforms as well. We can read some blogs, articles, which can actually give us all the information about that particular...\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. We've now come to the end of this test, so I will now stop the recording.",
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  "serial": 94,
  "title": "094 - IELTS Speaking Band 9 | Outstanding Real Speaking Performance |  The candidate was fluent & natural",
  "transcription": "Examiner: So let's begin the speaking test. My first question is, what do you do in your free time?\nCandidate: Nowadays, recently, I have not been getting a lot of free time due to my exams. But when I do have free time, I like to pick up my camera and I like to take pictures of my surroundings. Birds, flowers, anything that I see within my sight, I like to capture it and I try to improve on it as much as I can.\nExaminer: Do you prefer indoor or outdoor activities?\nCandidate: I think it depends on what I want to do for that day and what I'm in the mood for, but usually I'm in the mood for more outdoor activities. I like exploring new areas, new places, and I like to dedicate that time to garnering new experiences with my friends.\nExaminer: Okay. Is it important for young people to have hobbies?\nCandidate: Yes, I think it is crucial for young people to have hobbies because it develops a person and their skills and their surroundings as well. For example, when you want to learn a new skill, not only do you get insight into a whole new plethora of things, but you can also meet new people and learn about their experiences and grow towards that thing that you're passionate about.\nExaminer: Okay. Let's talk about healthy lifestyle. Okay. Do you try to live a healthy lifestyle?\nCandidate: I try my best to live a healthy lifestyle. I try to wake up within 8 a.m., have a good hearty breakfast, um, consisting of all the major food groups, and I like to go on walks to make sure I get my daily exercise in, and I think I like to encompass my day with things that I think surround a healthy lifestyle.\nExaminer: Has your lifestyle changed over the years?\nCandidate: Yes, it has definitely changed over the years. When I was young, I lived a very, very, very active lifestyle. I had my entire week scheduled out. I took lots of classes, music, singing, um, art, um, karate. I had enrolled myself in many different activities, because at that time, I had the energy, and I had... That time within myself to engage myself in different activities. But then as I grew older, I became more focused on my studies and my friends and I slowed myself down a little. And now I think I'm living a more balanced lifestyle and it comprises of both a lot of activities and time for myself.\nExaminer: Okay. Why do some people find it difficult to live healthily?\nCandidate: Hmm, I think a lot of the people at times do not have motivation or they tend to start something and they get lazy or they do not put enough effort into it and eventually drop the thing that they're passionate about down. Usually, for an example, people start exercising. They walk daily. They have that motivation, that fire within themselves to walk and exercise. And then slowly, they get lazy. They think, oh, should I do this today? Should I do this today at all? This is- I can put time into something else instead of this. And they let go of exercising and these things that can benefit themselves to live a more healthy life. Okay. And they usually drop it.\nExaminer: Let's talk about parks. Do you often visit parks?\nCandidate: Nowadays, I do visit parks a lot, because I have gotten some free time to myself, and I like to slow down, and I want to take care of myself more, so I visit the park a lot, and I have began walking.\nExaminer: Okay. What activities do people usually do in parks?\nCandidate: From what I have seen, people go on walks, people hang out with their friends, people walk their pets at the park. And I think it is just a place where you can slow yourself down and allow yourself to be free with nature and surround yourself with the beauty of it. And it is something that I think is essential to calm your nerves down.\nExaminer: Okay. Were parks important to you when you were a child?\nCandidate: Yes, definitely. Parks were important when I was a child. When I think about parks and my childhood, I think of all the Fridays that I've spent with my dad, waking up at 6am to go to a park, um, exercising, running till I run out of breath, and then going somewhere to eat a hearty breakfast. That is what I think about when I think of parks in my childhood, and I think that has shaped the person that I am.\nExaminer: Should cities build more parks?\nCandidate: I think cities should definitely build more parks because we are losing our greenery, the beauty of our earth, to urbanization, to building more buildings and building more cities. And I think introducing parks allows children to experience greenery, to experience\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. This is the end of part one. Let's move on to part two. In this part, you have to describe a social media post that you found interesting or memorable. You can take notes if you wish. You have one minute to prepare. Here's the paper and the pen.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Would you like to start now?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Please.\nCandidate: Um, when I think of this topic, I think across the time I came across this Instagram post, where I saw this woman trying to learn a computer, even though she had no idea whatsoever of what a computer was and how to use it, she taught herself, she forced herself to learn how to use a computer, Because she realized she was the only native speaker of her language and she wanted to preserve that language and prevent it from dying out. So she learned how to use a computer and for the last seven years of her life, she used the time to construct a dictionary and I think she even published a book. of songs, illustration, literature, regarding that language, to preserve it. To preserve it so that it does not die out, so that it does not face extinction. And I think that is something very beautiful, because nowadays, especially in countries like Bangladesh, we are very objective-oriented people, and we tend to perceive the things that benefit us the most in life. For example, We pursue English and other things that we need, other languages that we need during work, for work, for education, so that we can live and pursue our dreams abroad. And oftentimes we tend to forget our own language. And we might face the same scenario in our near future. And I think it is essential for us to preserve our language like she did.\nExaminer: Thank you. This is the end of part two. May I have the pen and paper?\nCandidate: Of course.\nExaminer: Thank you. Let's move on to part three.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Why has social media become so popular among young people?\nCandidate: I think because of the adolescence now, we have grown up during the COVID pandemic time, we have been used to social media and other online platforms to engage with our friends rather than speaking and talking in real life. Social media has provided us with a platform to engage with our friends without stepping out of our doors, and people are choosing convenience over going out, so I think that is why we might be more prone to using social media.\nExaminer: Do you think young people spend too much time online?\nCandidate: I think nowadays, yes, people do spend time online a lot, especially people who are young, because I think it is more convenient for them. They do not need to go outside to meet their friends, they can just video call them. And oftentimes, you will see young people more engrossed in scrolling reels or playing games rather than\nExaminer: Should parents limit their children's use of social media?\nCandidate: I think that depends on the parent and the child, but I think some restrictions in general should be placed on the children. For example, a lot of children nowadays scroll past, like, 3-4 hours before their bedtime. Maybe they can limit it down, reduce it, so that they can sleep properly without the interruption of their devices and the technology they use. And regulations can be put by the parents on the children to ensure that the child is using their devices and technology more responsibly.\nExaminer: What responsibilities do social media companies have towards young users?\nCandidate: I think social media companies have a very big responsibility towards young users and children because the content that the children absorb pushes them forward towards the growth and development that they have. I think a lot of the social media companies already do have actions that they take for children to- so that they grow up safely. Um, for example, YouTube might have options to limit the Um, to limit videos that show violence and other forms of more morally incorrect, um, behavior. And I think a lot of companies impose these restrictions on children accounts, which is something that they do to take responsibility. And I think more safety features should be implemented in the near future so that the growth and development of children can occur properly.\nExaminer: In what ways has social media affected young people's attitudes towards success and lifestyle?\nCandidate: I think social media has played both a good and a bad role regarding how children and young people, um, access content regarding success and lifestyle. In my perspective, I have seen both the good and the bad. I've seen people post content and influence children to pursue their goals in life and ambition. And I have seen creators push their, um, Viewers forward to approach a more ambitious lifestyle and fulfill their needs and goals. While on the other hand, I have seen a lot of creators tell their viewers to slow down and relax and pursue things that are within their scope of life. And I think these are both good and bad things because I- I think ambition is important, but at the same time, I think it is needed for people to slow down.\nExaminer: So yes. Thank you. This is the end of the speaking test. Thank you very much for joining us. Thanks a lot.",
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  "title": "095 - IELTS Speaking Band 9.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: So, hello, um, can you tell me your name, please?\nCandidate: My name is Joo Myung, Joo Myung Nam, and, uh, my English name is Jude.\nExaminer: Okay, um, so, as you know, the IELTS test has- the speaking test has three different sections. So, the first section is just some, like, uh, questions about yourself. Uh, the second part, you will get, um, a prompt, and you will get one minute to prepare your response. You can speak for up to two minutes, okay?\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: If you go over two minutes, I will have to stop you.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Okay, and then part three, um, is kind of, um, just some general questions, okay?\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Okay, so let's get started. Um, when was the last time you had a few days off?\nCandidate: Oh, I'm already, uh, taking many days off, as I- I graduated my, uh, grad school a few weeks ago. And, uh, last time actually, um, I took a day off while I was working is, uh, was, I think it was about two years ago. And, um, it was before I quit the job and I had to use all- use up all my vacations.\nExaminer: Ah, okay. Um, so what do you usually do when you have days off?\nCandidate: Oh, I, uh, try to make a appointment with, um, many social groups as- as much as possible. And, uh, I- I just generally enjoy, uh, going to- going to events, um, conferences, um, like parties or, uh, any- any events that, uh, involve social activities.\nExaminer: And would you usually spend your days off with your parents or with your friends?\nCandidate: I would prefer to spend my time with my friends, uh, more than my parents because I'm already living with my parents and I think, um, spending time with my friends is more valuable as it's- is less accessible to me.\nExaminer: Okay. And, um, what would you like to do if you had a day off tomorrow, which you said you're taking some days off, so...\nCandidate: Oh, um, basically asking me what I would do tomorrow is, uh, I have actually a conference tomorrow. I- I'm- I'm have a- I'm attending a networking, uh, event, uh, for, um, uh, related to my major that I graduated in, uh, a few weeks ago.\nExaminer: Oh, what was your major?\nCandidate: It's called FinTech, uh, financial technology. It is basically finance with, uh, uh, with the elements of IT technologies.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. So you are going to a financial technology conference tomorrow.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Okay. So, um, now we are on to part two. Um, so, You will need to prepare something about, um, an important decision that you made. You will have one minute to prepare your response, starting now. Okay, your one minute of prep time is up. You will have two minutes to describe an important decision that you made.\nCandidate: So, um, before I was- I am here right now, um, I was in, uh, school in, uh, United States. I was- I actually, uh, got accepted to, uh, uh, university in California. And, uh, the reason I was there is because I, um, I had to, uh, well, obviously I had to apply for, uh, for universities. And, uh, I could have gone to Korean universities, but I chose U.S., uh, university over Korean university because, um, uh, at that time, I wasn't sure if I wanted to go, uh, or wanted to take a, you know, a, um, step out of, uh, Korea, and, Then suddenly it came to my mind that I- I really want to experience something new other than what I've already experienced. And, uh, it actually changed, uh, my personality because, um, back then, um, I was more of a... I was more reserved, and I wasn't ready to experience the world. I mean, I- I just hated the fact that I just, when I see someone that I'm not used to, it just made me feel uncomfortable, and, um, I'm just, I was more of an indoor person, and just thought, oh, maybe I should, you know, challenge myself, and, um, try to, uh, take a leap of faith. And, uh, it was- it's, uh, it was- it was not a good- I mean, not- not an easy decision. It was many pros and cons, and I- I like to think his, uh, decision to go abroad was probably the best decision, uh, in my life.\nExaminer: Very good, thank you very much. Um, you spoke for almost the full two minutes, so good job there, one minute and forty seconds. Thank you. Very good. Okay, so, um, we're going to continue with some questions about decision making now. So, do you think that children sometimes need to make important decisions?\nCandidate: Yes, um, and also, no, uh, it- it- I think it depends on the- the- how serious the issue is. Um, I think children, uh, definitely need to make, uh, uh, definitely have to develop a skill for, uh, decision making. And, uh, I think it can be very important in the future for them, and then- but it also has a- it follows- also follows some risk, uh, element, uh, that is that, If the decision that they're making, um, is about to be, uh, like, risky in a way that they can aff- they- it can affect their, uh, future and their- their life in general, and that- that- then- then I think they should get some help and, uh, with their, uh, decision making. But then, in the future, they will also have to be- have to be responsible for themselves and, That, um, in order to, uh, get, uh, be responsible and, um, have some kind of skill in decision making, they should definitely try out in some, um, part of, uh, their life.\nExaminer: Okay. And what important decisions do teenagers need to make after graduation?\nCandidate: Oh, after, uh, graduating high school?\nExaminer: Yes.\nCandidate: Um, high school, um, then they will first, well, in Korea, well, there's not much of a choice because they- they're going to university anyway, um, but I also think some, um, there should be some option that there are other, um, something else than, uh, going to university, or they can start working right away, Or they can, uh, try, uh, traveling, um, abroad and see the new things, um, that they've never seen before.\nExaminer: Okay. And who can children turn to for help when making a decision?\nCandidate: Well, uh, their parents or their guardians or possibly their, um, their teachers, maybe high school teachers or, uh, mentors in general, um, who have better, uh, experience, uh, more, uh, far more experience than th- than they are.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think advertisements can influence our decisions when shopping?\nCandidate: Oh, definitely. Um, uh, it affects... Advertising, uh, involves, um, some part of, uh, sales and marketing, which is designed to, uh, affect the buyer's mentality and the- and which will make them want to do this or not want to do this. And, um, especially for children, it will affect, uh, bigger than the- the adult- uh, adults.\nExaminer: And do you think the influence of advertising is good?\nCandidate: I think it's harmless. Um, er, some people think- some people don't like the fact that they are being- they feel like they're being, um, like, hypnotized or brainwashed, but I don't think it is that serious of an issue, and in general, advertisements can be a good source of information, and, uh, it is a... Basically giving the- them opportunity to advertise themselves, I mean, or promote themselves. And I think it's a good thing that, um, the- the corporates or any, uh, organizations can have, uh, opportunity to advertise what they are selling or, um, their, uh, uh, their products.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. And now our final question. How do people usually make an important decision?\nCandidate: Oh, um, in general, and other people. Oh, um, I think it's, uh, there are two, um, ways people can make decisions, is that, one, the first one is, uh, using, well, thinking with intuition. And, uh, you know, it's more like, more of a gut feeling, that they feel like, oh, this is, uh, this is what it must be done, or, uh, this is what I should be doing. Or, um, they can probably also use their experience, past experiences, and, um, they could probably think, like, uh, oh, I've done this before, and it worked, and- or it didn't work, therefore I should or should not be doing this. I think that's, uh, mainly two, uh, ways of, uh, making decisions for, uh, just in general.",
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  "title": "096 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Can I please have your full name?\nCandidate: My full name is Jaehyun Kim.\nExaminer: Would you like to spell as well? Can I guess? J-A-E-H-Y-U-N?\nCandidate: And last name, K-A-M.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: You got it precisely.\nExaminer: Cheers, man, thank you.\nCandidate: No worries, man.\nExaminer: Okay, uh, yo, let's have a go at this. Can I ask you about hobbies first? Do you have the same hobbies as your family members?\nCandidate: I do, uh, we love- we're a huge fan of baseball.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: So, every time, after dinner, baseball time, yeah, all the same hobbies with my families.\nExaminer: Okay. Who's your team?\nCandidate: My team is Lotte Giants. I die for them.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you have a hobby that you've had since childhood?\nCandidate: Oh, I think it's skiing, actually, yeah. I try to do it, like, I try to do it quite, like, hard. I try to do it, like, really in the deep, into the point, uh, I was in the junior national team as well.\nExaminer: Whoa, okay.\nCandidate: Yeah, but I couldn't do it afterwards because, like, I got out of school and stuff. If you want to do afterwards, you need to do, like, no studying, just, like, focus on the skiing. I wasn't ready for that, so, yeah, but since childhood, I was, like, a big skiing fan as well, and I was a player as well.\nExaminer: Oh, wow.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: That's very impressive. Did you have any other hobbies when you were growing up?\nCandidate: I wanna say, like, probably reading a book. I haven't read that much of a book, but I liked reading, uh, like, econ books, like, economics. Yeah, I love to read that books.\nExaminer: That's cool. And currently, what are your hobbies now?\nCandidate: Currently, to be honest, watching baseball is my only hobby right now. Yeah, I just, every- every- every day, every time, just wait for the 6.30, when- when play ball.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah, that's my hobby.\nExaminer: Then, talking about friends, um, would you invite friends to your home?\nCandidate: I do, yeah. Both of my friends in Korea and UK as well. I'd like to invite them to my home.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you prefer spending time with one friend or with a group of friends?\nCandidate: I grew up a friend, yeah.\nExaminer: Do you have a friend that you've known for a very long time?\nCandidate: Yeah, I do. Like, more than 20 years.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: One friend in Korea, yeah, I do.\nExaminer: Okay, how did you guys meet?\nCandidate: Actually, uh, it was like, our parents was, like, friend each other. So, uh, since that, we've been just going to the kindergarten together. And after that, probably most of school, uh, except for uni, we- I think we've been all to school together and still now, we just like, we like to see every, like, once in a week and grab a coffee.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah, and probably grab a beer. Yeah.\nExaminer: That sounds good. What else do you normally do with your friends?\nCandidate: Uh, uh, except for getting a beer. Uh, probably, we go to the betting cage for the baseball.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Is that successful for you, or...?\nCandidate: Usually, usually, yes, but sometimes not, uh, because since I play the baseball, like, kind of professionally at my high school, so I have to hit on the other side. I'm right-handed, but I have to hit on the left side. Yeah, that's my handicap I got, yeah.\nExaminer: I see. Where do you normally meet your friends?\nCandidate: I was studying from the pub.\nExaminer: Okay. Take things from there?\nCandidate: Yeah, studying- everything started from the pub. I started from the pub, after that I go to the betting cage, and probably go into the pub again, I think.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah, that's where it starts, though.\nExaminer: How important would you say your friends are to you?\nCandidate: Like, 120%. I would say 120%. Like, when I have, like, I- I've been going through, like, quite a hard time because I had, like, some sort of, like, mental disease from my young age. I had a, like, little autistic. I was little autistic from my young age. Uh, without my friend, I couldn't have got through, uh, like, When- when I got my age, like, 21, 22, when I- when I was an adult, I had almost no one, my adult friends, who can I talk to. But every time I talk to them, they just say it without any lens.\nExaminer: That's pretty awesome, man. Glad to hear you've had that support.\nCandidate: Yeah, cheers man, thank you.\nExaminer: Moving along from friends, picking a random topic here, computers. In what- in which conditions would you find it difficult to use a computer?\nCandidate: I- I studied psychology as well, so every time I try to do something computer, I really kind of don't know how to do it, like, all the, like, deep stuff, like, AI coding, I haven't done it. I know how to do it, like, stats, that's my most point, but everything, like, above the point of the stats, I feel it's so hard, I- I can't do it.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: I- I may try to- I may try to get, like, a new course on a computer and this world, probably soon.\nExaminer: That's good to hear. Could you imagine life without computers?\nCandidate: Oh, I can't. I- I don't think I can imagine my life in a computer. Even myself, my dissertation, I couldn't have finished that without CHPT. For real, for real. So, I don't- I don't think so.\nExaminer: That's our best friend, man.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Uh, what's the first time you used a computer? Could you remember that?\nCandidate: Yeah, I definitely remember, it was my- it was- I think I was, like, five years old. I definitely remember, I- we didn't have a computer at my house, because I'm from quite countryside, but once I got to my uncle's place, there was a computer, and I was like, everything I click, it just, like, goes to a different place. I was like, yeah, I was just little boy on the, like, on the phone, got in the first place. I was so into it, that was my first place, and I tried to do every game as possible over there, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Great stuff, man. Let's move on to part two. So I'm gonna ask you about a sport that you watched and would like to try.\nCandidate: Oh, thank you.\nExaminer: So I'll give you a minute quickly to prepare for that, and then we can get going. Okay. You can start when you're ready.\nCandidate: Yeah, uh, how many minutes do I have? Oh, sorry, sorry. Uh... The sports I watched and I wanted to try is ice hockey. The original I wa- uh, the original I wanted to try, because I watched it, uh, I was playing American football. I was playing American football and going to the pub after the practice is sort of the things I usually do with my friends, like, every time after practice. After practice, there's- if you go to the pub, there's either American football or ice hockey coming out. I think ice hockey, I personally consider is more physical than American football. They have to run all the time, but they have sort of, like, same gear, but they hit much harder to each other, and... Uh, it's with my American friends, American football mates I watch with, and definitely I want to try. I want to try in the future, but I don't know how to start it though, but there's loads of gear I need to buy, such as boots, skates, everything. I'm quite, I don't know how to try first, but if I get the chance, I definitely, mostly want to try that one. Just right away.\nExaminer: Okay, um, can you skate?\nCandidate: Uh, I've tried, but I'm not good at it. I've tried it, but I'm not good at it.\nExaminer: What was the most impressive thing about the ice hockey for you, that you saw?\nCandidate: I think it's about the body checking part. Like, after that- after the play's done, they just, like, check their body, but after that, they're just fine to each other.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: They're very masculine, I think, and it- every time they check the body, it feels like testosterone's coming out. That's, like, personally how I feel.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yep.\nExaminer: And is there- do you still follow it, like, since you came back to Korea?\nCandidate: I still follow, but only the national matches.\nExaminer: Yeah. Okay. Which team do you follow of the national teams?\nCandidate: Oh, I think I only go for the Canada.\nExaminer: Oh, okay.\nCandidate: Yeah, because they're only the best. I don't know which team to follow. I just follow the best when I don't know about the sports.\nExaminer: Okay. Cool stuff. Okay, I'm going to ask you some questions relating to that as well. Do you think sportsmen would use the products that they promote in commercials\nCandidate: That's actually quite an interesting question, but lately, I don't think so. Lately, just sports is mostly just some random stuff coming out. In terms of, when it comes to baseball game, I don't think the product they use it, get promoted by that on the game. I think it's just like all the random stuff, like a food, TV, everything. I think it's sort of just everything on the commercial.\nExaminer: You don't imagine Son going to, like, Mega Coffee,\nCandidate: Oh, yeah, that's a good point, that's a good point, that's a good point. Like, when it comes to sports star, I feel quite weird when, like, non-Korean players, such as, like, NBA player or, like, American football player, coming on the food commercial, but here, when I come to Korea, someone going to, like, ice cream and mega coffee, I mean, I love him, he's a national hero, so he's probably...\nExaminer: Okay. Many sports stars get used for advertisements and endorsements. Why do you think they always get picked for these things?\nCandidate: I think the sports star is basically well-known. Like, some well-known sports stars, they're not only just a sports star, also, but They are, like, national hero and national icon. Usually the sport starts to get it, I think, when they got good results on the international matches. Kind of, like, everyone gets to know them. Like, for example, like, when it comes to, not the BTS, but, like, a big band and stuff, like, Most of my friends in UK, Korean one, they don't even know them.\nExaminer: Oh, okay.\nCandidate: But they know Son, basically, yeah. Comes to international matches. So I think it's quite a great way to promote themselves.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think international sports is influenced a lot by money? Like, national team sports?\nCandidate: Definitely. I think I- I can- I think I just read about one paper about that one.\nExaminer: Oh, okay.\nCandidate: The basketball was once only two quarter- like, half-time game, only first half and second half, and because of the commercial, they change it every 10 minutes, like 12 minutes, full course. I think, answers to the question, very much likely, yes.\nExaminer: That's quite a good example, actually.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Why do you think sport is so popular? Why do people love watching it?\nCandidate: Uh, I have two reasoning. First is, They need something to support, like, you just get stressed, you just get happy every time, just, on going on the sports, you like to just go on the mood with the team. And second is, they fulfill your dream, kind of, like, you, as the men, we say, we always just want to be a superstar in the sports. I think, men-wise, they just kind of fulfill it very well, on that-wise.\nExaminer: What kind of sports do young and old people like to watch in- in Korea? Do you think it differs between, like, generations, or do they tend to like the same things?\nCandidate: I think in Korea, it's, like, quite a kind of special case. They all go for the base- baseball. Baseball is just, like, every generation goes to baseball. Like, all the family, even though they don't- they have, like, different teams to support, it makes one generation all together in Korea at least.\nExaminer: Okay, did you have any different experiences in England?\nCandidate: Oh yeah, like, if we support different football teams, and we go to the match together, that is quite not a good experience, but Korea-wise, it's like, quite everyone's going together vibe, but England-wise, England- I think football in England is just a religion.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Yeah, I can imagine. And lastly, why do many people like to buy expensive sportswear when they may be just playing at amateur level or just for fun?\nCandidate: Once you get in that, like, deep into the sports, like, once you, like, when you start a sport, you get to, get to a certain point, like, really quick, but as you reach that certain point, your progression is quite, like, getting really slow, but slowly, slowly. So, people want it to be, like, get to the different level and different dimension of their skills. I think the way they think to get to the different dimension is by getting a different gear. And I think it's kind of like an upgrade. And it's been proven a lot of times from such, for example, when the Michael Jordan started to wear air shoes, it just changed the value of basketball. I think that's the reason why people tend to go for expensive gear.\nExaminer: Okay. Let's call it there. Okay, um...",
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  "title": "097 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Could I please have your full name?\nCandidate: Uh, my name is Kim Joo Young. Joo... Young. Yep.\nExaminer: Okay. Joo Young, nice to meet you.\nCandidate: Nice to meet you, too.\nExaminer: Okay, I'm gonna start with a few questions about your school or your workplace. Are you studying, working right now?\nCandidate: Oh, I'm currently studying in a university in Singapore. I just finished my first year. Uh, I major in chemical engineering, and... Yeah. I just finished my first year spending my time in, uh, Korea for my summer.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you like your university?\nCandidate: Oh, yeah, uh, first of all, the uni- uh, I study in NUS, it's, uh, one of- it's the largest university in Singapore, and the camp- campus-wise, it's super large, it's a public university, and it's an open campus, so you get to see a lot of visitors, and there are a lot of, uh, facilities and amenities, Uh, a lot of dormitories, so I ca- uh, if you're living in campus, you get to meet a lot of your friends, and on top of that, uh, the food there is really good.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: That's an important one when you're away from home.\nCandidate: Right, definitely. Um, so, there's a food court everywhere for each, uh, uh, faculties, and they have from Chinese, Korean, uh, Western, sometimes Japanese, and vegetarian, everything. They have everything, uh, prepared.\nExaminer: I wanna go there. Pay a visit. So, do you think your school is a great place to study?\nCandidate: Oh, definitely. Um, the professors, uh, they're- they're well-credited, they're really capable of teaching, and on top of the lectures, they also provide tutorial sessions, so you get to have discussions with your professor, and sometimes your classmates. Uh, since I'm studying chemical engineering, uh, lab facilities definitely is a big factor, and they're well, uh, well-prepared, they have, uh, a lot of equipment ready, so, uh, let's say you run out of, uh, some chemicals or, uh, equipment, they're always ready to provide you with such items, and, Yeah, Singapore, it's a really academically competitive country, so, just like Korea, um, sorry, yeah, so, there's a really- the competition is really, uh, tense, I would say, uh, So, my peers, they're really, uh, they're really smart and intelligent, so if I need any help, uh, I do not necessarily need to go to the professor or my tutors to ask, I just- I just can ask my, uh, peers and friends.\nExaminer: That's really cool. Talking about, like, competitiveness in studies, all those things, how important do you think is interest in what you study?\nCandidate: Oh... Oh, having interest in what I study is definitely, like, the biggest factor, because, let's say you study computer science or medicine, which is, uh, an academically rigorous course, uh, even, uh, even if you graduate with a good, A good grade or a degree, if you don't have an interest in what you study and what you do in the future, and you're just doing it for the paycheck, I definitely think, uh, you would have- you would burn out, get exhausted at the end of the day. And, yes, having interest in what I study is definitely, uh, a big factor. So for me, I really like physics and chemistry, so studying chemical engineering, uh, I mean, although I'm studying, I just finished my first year, I find it really interesting and sometimes I look into research papers so that I gain more interest, talk to my peers and professors to kind of share insights. Yep.\nExaminer: Is there any subject in your set of How can I say? In your field of study, or to complete your course, you've got a range of subjects. Are there any subjects that you find challenging at the moment?\nCandidate: Oh, I'm okay with, uh, the chemical engineering, uh, courses, so like, uh, thermodynamics and, uh, uh, linear algebra and all those engineering courses, but I really Find it hard. There was one course I took, it's called project management. I had no idea what I was doing and it was really frustrating for me because I just finished high school at that time and I wanted- my communication skills was not as good and since project management, uh, they assign you with a team and you have to communicate with your teammates, uh, groupmates a lot and I really struggled with that part.\nExaminer: Okay, yeah, I'll just cut you off there, sorry to be rude.\nCandidate: No worries, no worries.\nExaminer: Okay, um, your part two question is gonna be describe an ideal and perfect place where you would like to stay, like a house or an apartment. Okay, you may start.\nCandidate: Alright, so, um, an ideal and perfect place I would like to stay in the future is a small apartment in Switzerland's Bern, which is a country I visited, uh, for my graduation trip last year. Um, mainly because, okay, so, the scenery of- of my neighborhood and my house would be, Uh, since it's a small apartment, I just want it to be cozy and compact, minimal. And, uh, the streets, it would be filled with pedestrians and cyclists. Because cycling is a really, uh, fundamental part of my life. Uh, even in Singapore, even in Korea, when I try to go somewhere or navigate, I always take my cycle along with me. So, I wish my, uh, my future destination is surrounded with cyclists.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Which is... In Switzerland, and, uh, special features it would have is, um, even though I cycle, I have, ever since I was a child, I really wanted a, a garage of my own. Um, movies like, uh, Big Hero or some, And some stories regarding, like, startups, they always start it in their own garage, right? And, I don't know, I think garage- having a garage, uh, will provide me with a bit of, not only privacy, but also some sort of, uh, creat- creativity, because it's- it's a really special, uh, Facility to have in your house, right? And, um, yeah, I said it would- is likely to be small because Switzerland, unless I make a lot of money, it's gonna be small. And, yeah. Do I have to...?\nExaminer: Okay, we can call it there. Um, just a question out of curiosity, what would you like to make in your garage?\nCandidate: Oh, yeah, so... Um, since it's a small apartment, and I- I'm a really big LEGO enthusiast, so, even- I wouldn't have a dedicated LEGO room in my apartment, but I want it to be a part of the garage.\nExaminer: I think your wife would be very happy with it, with it being in the garage. Yeah, keep it out of the household, keep it in the garage. Okay, let's move on to the part three questions. Um, what do you think buildings are gonna be like in the future?\nCandidate: Oh, um, because I live in Singapore, there are a lot of modern, uh, architecture. So, although there are some debates regarding, uh, you know, vertical, uh, vertical plant, uh, what is it? You know, for building...\nExaminer: Vertical farming?\nCandidate: Yeah, vertical farming. You know, uh, in Singapore, there are a lot of skyscrapers with, uh, with greeneries, uh, uh, attached along their walls. And although there are some debates whether they're being sustainable or not, I think... Uh, in the future, architectures and- I mean, architects, architectures and skyscrapers, they definitely need to consider a lot of sustain- uh, consider sustainability. So, um, yeah, a lot of greeneries I would expect in the future.\nExaminer: Okay. Why do some people choose to live in a city center?\nCandidate: City center, uh, uh, mainly, first of all, city centers, uh, it's really accessible to everywhere. So, let's say you're living in the north or in the extreme end of a country, it's really hard to reach the other side, the opposite end. However, if you're living in a city center, which is likely to be, uh, really accessible, such as, uh, public transport, and also, uh, highways and everything, uh, it's- A lot of locations within the country is, I expect it to be very accessible, and on top of that, um, a lot of amenities, like, uh, even if it's in your Like, let's say you're spending your weekend, you want to go somewhere, and within the city, you would basically have everything that you need. Let's say a mall, or, uh, culture, uh, historical monuments, museums, restaurants, they're all prepared and, uh, located within the city center, so you don't have to move, uh, long distance. Uh, yeah, so moving, uh, moving- having to- having the oppor- Living in city center is basically all about the short distance that you have to travel to different places.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think people have different preferences for houses and apartments, and what would people consider when they choose between them?\nCandidate: Sorry, uh, can you repeat, please?\nExaminer: Yeah. So, people have different preferences between houses and apartments. What do people think about when they have to choose between those? Like, do I get a house, do I get an apartment? What goes into that?\nCandidate: Oh, like house, like villas.\nExaminer: Yeah, like a detached house.\nCandidate: Oh, okay, okay. Um, for me, I would definitely consider having to... because houses, villas, detached houses, they require a lot of maintenance, right? So if something goes wrong, you either have to call, um, Uh, call like a technician, or you have to fix on your own, which is mostly the case. And, for me, I- I'm not a really handyman regard- uh, regarding those. So, I would definitely prefer, I personally, I would prefer to live in an apartment. And also, if most of the detached house, I assume them to be, uh, away from the city center. So they're, uh, they're quite exposed to the nature. So sometimes bugs, pests, uh, rats, I mean, city center as well, but most of the time, uh, in detached houses, I expect them to be there. And some people, they're really scared and terrified when they encounter one. So that's a big factor. And also, uh, detached house, it's more like you have your own space. Uh, an apartment, you're sharing the whole building and you get, uh, you have to meet everyone, uh, your neighbors when you're taking the elevator. And for some people, they consider privacy as a priority. They prioritize, uh, Privacy. So they want their own backyard, they want their own house, their own building. So that's, uh, also another big factor.\nExaminer: Okay, I'm gonna call it right here.",
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  "serial": 98,
  "title": "098 - IELTS Speaking Band 5.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, uh, can I please have your full name?\nCandidate: Uh, actually, my name is Heejun Woo.\nExaminer: Okay, nice to meet you, Heejun. Yeah, let's start off. What is your favorite electronic or appliance at home?\nCandidate: Uh, actually, the, um, I have a lot of the favorite electronic tools, but, uh, one of the things is, uh, the best one thing is, uh, is, uh, actually mobile phone. Yeah, so, because, uh, I have to, uh, chat with my family and a friend, and I have to check my schedule, uh, on the calendar. Yeah, that's why I, uh, my favorite, uh, electronic, uh, stuff is, uh, mobile phone at home.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think washing machines and vacuum cleaners are important?\nCandidate: Uh, yeah, actually, I think, uh, washing, uh, washing machine is a very important thing, uh, at, uh, house, uh, which has, uh, little baby, like me. But, unfortunately, I don't have it. So, but vacuum is a very important thing, because, uh, on the ground, some the dusty and then some little, uh, trashy, my son, uh, can try to, uh, put in the mouth, his mouth. That's why the vacuum is a very important machine, uh, in my house.\nExaminer: I see. When you use electronics or appliances, do you normally read the instructions before using them?\nCandidate: No, I- I- I actually... I haven't, uh, laid, uh, the intru- instruction, uh, before I use it.\nExaminer: Do you think it's important to read the instructions?\nCandidate: Uh, actually, it's a very- I know it's a very important thing for reading, before using that. But, I don't know, it's my personal habit, something like that. That's why I have never tried to do that. So, my wife always say, hey, please read it. Let's see.\nExaminer: Um, switching topics a little bit, uh, talking about small businesses. Do you know any small businesses around where you live?\nCandidate: Oh, small business? I don't know, so if you, uh, give me some, uh, uh, examples, I can...\nExaminer: Like, uh, a sh- a mom and dad kind of shop, a small restaurant, or single owner kind of shop.\nCandidate: Ah, yes, uh, then, actually, one of my best friend, uh, uh, has own business, which is a tonkatsu restaurant, so it's very, uh, nearby my house, it's in the- around my neighborhood, so... I- I visit there the three times in a month, yeah, so he always say, hey bro, I have to earn a lot of money, but still like that, so that I have to give some advice, uh, after I eat his food. Yeah, so it's a very small business for him.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you prefer buying things from big companies or from small businesses?\nCandidate: Uh, it's actually, I prefer to buy things in the big company because, uh, uh, it's a very, uh, important thing when I buy something about, uh, uh, Guarantee something, then, then, after service, so, so, if I buy this pencil, but is, uh, something is broken in there, but the small company, if I buy this one, the, at the small company, but, I, please, the change this one, because it, uh, I didn't, I never used this one, but it's broken, but they say, sorry, we don't have the, about the service, but the big company, Usually has the, uh, service for the customer, so that's why I prefer to buy something at a big company.\nExaminer: I see. Have you ever worked in a small business?\nCandidate: Yes, actually, I did it maybe 20 years ago, something like that, yeah, so, but at that moment, I... Never the, how can I say, I never, uh, I, my the boss, uh, didn't give my the salary the one time, so, yeah.\nExaminer: That's not too good, is it? Changing topics again, from work to spare time. Okay. Do you often have free time?\nCandidate: Not often. Maybe one or two days in a month because, uh, as I told you, I have a little baby and a wife. That's why, uh, I cannot, uh, use my, uh, I cannot spend my own time that much.\nExaminer: I see. Okay. That's part one. Okay. Part two, I'm gonna give you a minute to quickly prepare for that. Our question is, describe something you do to keep fit and healthy.\nCandidate: Uh, okay.\nExaminer: Okay, so, you can start. When you're ready, you can start.\nCandidate: Uh, yeah, actually, uh, I, uh, I think the- the- to keep feeling the healthy about, uh, working out and then eating the healthy food such as, uh, blueberry yogurt or something like that. So, uh, every morning, I, uh, try to eat, uh, uh, a cup, a glass of water, uh, before I eat another things. So, because, uh, It's a very, uh, important thing for, uh, in my stomach, you know, so, and then I just eat, uh, healthy food such as, uh, uh, veg- uh, vegetable, and Greek yogurt, something, light food. So, and then, after eating, I try to, uh, run at the outside, maybe around three kilometers, because, uh, it's very important for the, uh, keep fit and healthy. So, why I, uh, Why this is a very important thing to keep and healthy? Because, uh, I got married three years ago, so, um, so, actually, I don't know, uh, I'm- I think, uh, I got married with the old AZ, so I'm- I'm already the, uh, over 40. So, I have to keep the- my, uh, stamina, and then charging stamina, because, uh, I have to, uh, grow up my son, and then I have to take care of the- my wife. So, I have to- if I lose the- my stamina, I cannot work at the outside. So, then, that's why it's a very important thing, and...\nExaminer: It's okay, we're over two minutes. Good stuff. Okay, moving on to part three. Do you think schools should provide physical education to students? Do you think schools should provide physical education to students?\nCandidate: Yes, yes, I- I, uh, agree, uh, to the, uh, take a physical, uh, class for the student, because, uh, if the student, uh, only take, uh, classes at the, uh, inside, the, like, uh, math, uh, English, and Korean, something like that, They want to do, uh, be the happy, uh, people. It means that they are still- they are students and children. That's why they have to, uh, hang out with, uh, Uh, their friends, uh, each other at the outside, like, uh, uh, play a baseball game or football game, or the girls are doing something what they can do that. So, and outside, uh, give some very good benefit, uh, like, uh, weather, and then- then fresh air to- to them. Then... If they get something like that, they will be, uh, more healthy and then take a good mind.\nExaminer: Okay. How can we use technology to keep fit?\nCandidate: Technology... I beg your pardon?\nExaminer: Yeah, how can we use technology like a fitness device or apps, those sort of things?\nCandidate: Me?\nExaminer: Or just in general, how can people use that?\nCandidate: Uh, actually, I have never used about that, but many people, uh, use, like, uh, Apple Watches, and then something that's only, uh, the headset for only jogging. Yeah, so I, when I jog, so I can, uh, see the many, uh, jogging people, uh, taking the, uh, electronic, uh, something, uh, like, uh, jogging, only for the jogging, the health headset, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think it's good for government to use celebrities to help build awareness about health and fitness?\nCandidate: I don't think so. Uh, I disagree about the, uh, sentence because, uh, if the government, uh, can, uh, help some of the people about the- the fit and the healthy, they have to Um, support to some more the money to the, to the, uh, citizen, the, who, who can on the, under more 50% or something like that, like me, like me, yeah, but, so, Even I, uh, cannot try to apply to a fitness center or something like that, because I have to very consider, uh, to, uh, execute that.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. How can parents help their children be fit and healthy?\nCandidate: Uh, children fit and healthy?\nExaminer: Hmm. How can parents help them to be fit and healthy?\nCandidate: Parents?\nExaminer: Mm, parents helping children.\nCandidate: Ah. Um... So, actually, in my, uh, case, it's the best important thing for no watching electronic screen for children. Because, uh, if children, uh, start to watch the, uh, any screen, something, uh, with mobile phone, they only, uh, find that electronic things. So, I have never, uh, The- him to watch the- any, the screen. So, I just hang out with, uh, my son at outside, and then throw the ball, the kick in the ball, something like that. Yeah, it's a very important thing.\nExaminer: Okay. Uh, last question. What do people normally do to keep fit and healthy in Korea?\nCandidate: In Korea, actually, there are very, very, uh, horrible, uh, things on our diet. I don't eat anything in a day.\nExaminer: Oh, okay.\nCandidate: In two days. Because, uh, Yeah, I think, uh, many girls, even my younger sister, tried to go on a diet, like, no eating in a day.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah, it's a very... I think, I would just say, don't be silly, yeah, but many girls try to do a diet like that.\nExaminer: Okay.",
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  "serial": 99,
  "title": "099 - IELTS Speaking Band 6.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My name is Kim Hyun-tae, and Hyun-tae Kim. And, uh, my English name is John, because I'm a Catholic person, so, uh, my baptized name is Yohan in Korean. And that's, in English, I know, as far as I know, it's John. So, I really like my English name. Uh, even though it's really common in USA or other, uh, English-speaking countries, but I- I prefer to, uh, code B, uh, to the drama.\nExaminer: Mm, okay. And could you tell me about your hometown, please?\nCandidate: My hometown is in Seoul, and it's called, uh, Cheonho-dong. Uh, Cheoldong means that, um, uh, the government gonna be- gonna support this village when the people gonna be, uh, 1,000 people. So, uh, uh, there was really poor village, but, uh, uh, for now, uh, this village gonna be developed really a lot, and lots of people are living in there, and also, uh, infrastructures are established really nicely. So, uh, it's quite good place to live, you know.\nExaminer: And is there anything you dislike about your hometown?\nCandidate: Ah, well, uh, when I grew up, uh, that my hometown was really tough, uh, area. So, uh, the kids are really aggressive. So that was a really, uh, one of the things that I really don't like. But, uh, um, as time goes by, just, um, everything's gonna be really, uh, uh, Okay, great.\nExaminer: Now let's talk about puzzles. So, did you do puzzles in your childhood?\nCandidate: No, actually, I don't have any memories about the puzzles, but my daughter, my daughter really liked puzzles, and she's really good at that, and sometimes I puzzle, for now, I'm 45 years old, and now I'm doing puzzles with my daughter, and, uh, actually, I tried 150 pieces of puzzles with my daughter, and I- I lost the game with my daughter, actually. Uh, that's really complicated, and also, uh, you have to use your brain, so, a lot, so, it's not easy, but fun game, I think.\nExaminer: And do you like doing word puzzles or number puzzles?\nCandidate: Oh, that's a- that's a, uh, number, that's not a number, and that's not a word, but that's a kind of a painting, so there is a pictures there, and you just, uh, uh, assemble the pictures, which is, uh, uh, stated in the, uh, explanations. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And do you think it's good for older people to do puzzles?\nCandidate: Yeah, because it's really good to, uh, use your brain, so, uh, it's kind of a precaution for Alzheimer's disease. So, I think that's a really good way to, uh, uh, train your, uh, brain and also memorize something.\nExaminer: Yeah. Okay, great. Now, let's talk about outer space and stars. So, have you ever learned about outer space?\nCandidate: Well, actually, I'm reading a book which is called, uh, Cosmos, uh, and it's a really nice book, and the book, uh, makes me really humble about the world and also space, so, the universe, so that, um, uh, I think, um, Yeah, all the time I just think about, uh, what's the life, and death, and after the death, what's gonna be, and, uh, and that's really linked with the universe and outer space. So, uh, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And do you like, uh, watching science fiction movies?\nCandidate: Oh, yes. I really like it. But, uh, so far, after my daughter gave birth, uh, there was no time to go to the movie theater and no time to, uh, watch the movie with my wife. Because, uh, most of the SF movies are not allowed to be watched by, uh, kids, so that, uh, there's no time, but, uh, yeah, absolutely, I just really like the SF movies.\nExaminer: Great. Now we'll talk about our part two question. Okay, so I'll give you your question here. There's your question. There you go. And there's a pencil for you.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Uh, now I'll give you one minute to do some note-taking. Alright, so you can begin right now. Okay, so that's one minute. Alright. So yeah, your part two question. Could you describe a photo you took, uh, that you are proud of?\nCandidate: Yes, uh, the photo that I just, uh, had, uh, I played the bass guitar, uh, because at the time, when I was a university student, I was in a band, and we played the smash metal, uh, heavy metal, uh, in the band, and I played the bass guitar, and we had, uh, live performance, uh, in front of the Hongik University, and at the time, my parents, were there, and they took a picture of my performance, and that was my proud picture. Yeah, and also, uh, um, at the time, uh, I feel like this energy of the performance really allowed, performed the audience, and that was really nice memories in my life.\nExaminer: Okay. Okay, so that's about- about 55 seconds there for now, okay? Um, and where do you keep this photo?\nCandidate: Uh, I keep that photo in the- in my, uh, albums. And, also, sometimes I just want to recall my memories. I really want, uh, see the- saw the, uh, the pictures. And, at the time, I was really fat. Uh, but, uh, uh, fatter than for now. And, uh, but, uh, uh, that's really, uh, good and proud memories in my life. Because that was the first gig. Yeah, yeah, yeah.\nExaminer: Nice, good memory. Alright, now let's go on to part three of the speaking test. Okay, let's keep going. Uh, so, why do people take photos?\nCandidate: Well, they want to, um, get the memories in their lives, uh, uh, and also they want to recall their memories. Whenever they want. And they think, uh, that really, uh, short time is valuable for their lives. That was the one of the reason why they want to take a picture, I think.\nExaminer: Yes. And why do some people dislike taking photos?\nCandidate: Ah, just because, um, Well, I think first, because their appearance is not, uh, good enough to take a- I mean, not good enough, that's not a proper term. Uh, I think they don't like their situations, for now, to take a picture, uh, is not proper for them, themselves. So they don't want to take a picture. So, uh, that's the- one of the reason. And second reason is that, um, their mood is not, uh, good for taking pictures. So they don't want to, uh, um, take a pictures, uh, because of their atmosphere or mood is not good.\nExaminer: Okay, yes. Um, and why do some people like to record important things with photos?\nCandidate: Ah, you mean the videos, right?\nExaminer: Oh, no, just record their memories through photos.\nCandidate: Ah, okay. Because, um, When I, uh, as you know, when we are getting older, uh, when we are getting older, we just lost our memories, and we want to get back the happiness of our past in our life. So, uh, um, we want to recall our memories, Uh, back then, uh, when we were, uh, happy. So, we want to, uh, recall our memories with the photos.\nExaminer: Yeah. And do you think people print their photos these days?\nCandidate: Well, in my case, I don't print my photo. Rather, I just do it in my computer or my mobile phone or just, uh... Sometimes, really, really, uh, there's some kind of occasion, like a birthday or memory of a day, Then, I go to the, uh, studio, and then I printed, uh, the photo. Yeah, because nowadays, everything is file, electronic files, right? JPG or, uh, some kinds of files, right? So, there's all in the computers, uh, right now.\nExaminer: Yeah, right, right. And what do you think people can learn from historical photographs?\nCandidate: Well, um... That's, uh, um, because we cannot go back to the, uh, uh, the past, right? If there is a time machine, then we can go to the past years, but we cannot go there. So, uh, that's kind of the value of the, uh, historical past pictures are really, really, really, uh, valuable. And, uh, uh, We can, uh, can I say, uh, we can prove the life of the past years, and also, uh, we can see the, uh, lifestyle of the past, uh, of certain countries or certain cities. And also, we can research. The life of the, uh, such kinds of, uh, for example, for instance, the Joseon dynasty. Yeah, so, well, that's really valuable, uh, material for the historical pictures, I think.\nExaminer: Yes, yes. And do you think, is taking photos the best way to remember something?\nCandidate: Uh-oh, uh, well, I'm against that, actually. Uh, yeah, of course, taking a picture is one of the best way to remember something, but, uh, we can write, we can record the voice, or just, uh, we can shoot the videos, because nowadays, technology is amazing right now, so we can do everything. So, there are several variety of way of to, uh, Leaving a memories with the devices or something other, uh, you know, machines. Yeah.\nExaminer: Perfect. That'll do us for part three. All done. Thank you.\nCandidate: You're welcome.\nExaminer: Yes.",
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  "serial": 100,
  "title": "100 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Um, hello, my name is Im Chan-ho. My family name is Im, which is written as R-H-I-M, Rim, but I read it Im in Korean.\nExaminer: Ah, okay. And are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I am a student in Korea University, and I am a junior student, currently on a vacation right now, but I'm looking for a senior student.\nExaminer: And what do you like to do in your free time?\nCandidate: Um, in my free time, I have a lot of things I love to do. Uh, first would be, uh, working out in the gym, because I- I started working out when I was in the military, and it became my habit, so I'm still working out these days today. Um, also, I love to listen to music, because I'm a very big music fan. So, in my free time, the best would be, like, listening to music and working out at the same time.\nExaminer: Great. Now let's talk about spending time by yourself. So do you usually spend time by yourself?\nCandidate: Um, well, that's- it depends. I prefer spending time myself because it kind of gives me time to chill out and, uh, focus on what I'm doing, whether it's working or just, you know, chilling. But sometimes, I would like to be with friends or, uh, my family when I do something else, like when I watch movie, then it would be better to be with someone else.\nExaminer: And how do you usually spend time by yourself?\nCandidate: How, uh, do you mean how do I?\nExaminer: Yes.\nCandidate: Uh, when I'm alone, I kind of, uh, read books, whether it's a comic book or just literature that's interesting to me. And as I said before, I love music, so I sometimes dig into some other musics that I've never tried before, so... That's- so these days I'm taking advantage of the music apps these days, which they, uh, keep preferring me some music, new musics. So that's how I spend time alone.\nExaminer: And what did you do the last time you were by yourself?\nCandidate: Uh, last time I- when I was myself was actually yesterday. And, uh, the weather was so hot yesterday, so I just, uh, I was in my room with air-condition on, and I actually had a video chat with my friend, because the friend lives abroad. So, uh, I- I spent time, uh, talking to her with video chat. So, that's kind of one of the things I do alone, but I can still keep in touch with others.\nExaminer: Sure. Okay, now let's talk about small businesses. So, do you know many small businesses in your area?\nCandidate: Uh, that's interesting because in my area, it's kind of financial place, so small places would be like coffee chains, uh, sorry, not coffee chains, coffee stands, uh, that sells about iced Americanos, which the finance men love, and, yeah, and sometimes I go there and buy some, uh, decent, cheap coffee, and, yeah, that's one of my favorites, some businesses in my town.\nExaminer: Yes. And do you prefer buying things from big companies or small businesses?\nCandidate: Oh, uh, speaking of that, uh, I prefer buying stuff on big companies rather than small companies. I mean, it's different with coffee, because coffee, you can just taste it right away. But if, uh, I am thinking that I am buying, uh, furniture, for instance, then it would be better to credit- then the credibility of the company would be high if the company is big and well-known, rather than small companies.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes. And have you ever worked in a small business?\nCandidate: Uh, actually, yes, I have worked in small business. It was, uh, also a small shop, uh, where it is for- it is a convenience store, actually, for some workers in the certain company. So, I was kind of a worker in a small company in a big company. So, when I used to work there, uh, the co- employees of the small- of the big company used to come to my st- our store and buy some stuff there.\nExaminer: Hmm, great. And have you ever thought about starting your own business?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, I- all- I thought about doing that. And actually, as a- my- as my major is English education, I'm thinking of, uh, opening up my own business as a English, uh, education company, where I can publish books or take YouTube videos and things and publish them.\nExaminer: Great. Okay, that'll do us for part one. Now, let's go on to part two of the test. All right. I'll give you your question. It's over here. So, there you go, sir. And there's a pencil. All right. So, I'll give you one minute now to do some note-taking. All right. So, yeah, you can begin. All right, mate, that's one minute now. Okay. All right. So, for your part two question, could you describe a movie you watched recently and would like to watch again?\nCandidate: Okay, uh, recently, I've not ma- I've not watched that much movie before, but recently I watched Florida Project, uh, which is a movie about social issues, such as poverty, family, and, like, social- social systems that surrounds the, United States. And, so, it was about, of this family, that they kind of, uh, they don't have much money. So, cause the mother have lost their hus- lost her husband, uh, because the husband did- abandoned them. Like, so, there is a single mother who raises her child, but she- she doesn't have a regular job. So, she- what she does is that she sells Uh, stuff illegally in front of Disney World in Florida. And in- so that was- that's what the movie is about. And I watched it on Netflix. And that's the reason why- why I would like to watch again, is because the movie is very interesting in terms of the... The camera and the story, which is very different, because the story itself is very depressing, and kind of, uh, takes- speaks about social issues, while the camera shows very color- colorful world to deepen the sadness of the family's situation.\nExaminer: Okay. Okay, great, so that's about 1 minute and 20 seconds, all right. And do you think this, uh, movie is popular in your country?\nCandidate: Uh, not very much in my country, because I've never met another person that watched the same movie as me. But, yeah, if I would like- if I meet them, I would like to talk about the movie, because it's a very good movie.\nExaminer: Okay, nice one. Okay, so now we'll go on to the third part of the test. Okay, so let's keep it going. Okay, so, uh, where do people normally watch movies?\nCandidate: Uh, speaking of normally, uh, it's kind of became different these days, especially. Um, back then, it was all definitely theaters, but I think, uh, it- it is kind of half and half with theater and at home, because there are a lot of platforms you can watch at home. As I mentioned, Netflix is one of them. And I think theaters have become a kind of special inc- special incident, such as dating or having fun with friends or family. So, other than that, I think people prefer watching movies at home because they're cheap and you don't have to go out and, you know, yes.\nExaminer: Are there any disadvantages to watching movies at home?\nCandidate: Um, that's like- that I can speak very well, because I've experienced a lot of disadvantages, such as I cannot concentrate on the movie for about two hours straight, because I can always stop, pause, and go to bathroom, go grab a coffee, other things, yeah. So it's kind of one of disadvantages, but still, I prefer doing that.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes, yes. And do you think are actors or actresses important to movies?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, I do, cause actors and actresses are- have always been the main characters of a movie. And, uh, as movie is, uh, video art, if- so to say, then they can be the artists who can act the director's intentions or the theme of the whole movie. So, uh, I think that is why, one of the reasons people, or critics, uh, usually, uh, keep focused on the actors' or actresses' ability of their act- acting or their emotions, expressions.\nExaminer: Yes, yes. And which do you think is more important, the plot of a story or the special effects?\nCandidate: Oh, uh, it depends on movies, I think. If the movie is about, uh, the things that we do- we cannot usually see, such as, like, aliens or the things that don't exist normally, then special effects will be very important, so the movie industry should invest more money on that. However, if the director's intention is to Say things that we can normally see, such as the movie I mentioned before, The Florida Project, then the plot would be very important so that we can focus, keep focused on the movie.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes, yes. And why do you think people of different ages enjoy different types of movies?\nCandidate: Uh... Yes, I- I have known that people in different ages prefer different movies because, uh, they have different tastes of, uh, culture, I think. Uh, younger generations probably have experienced- they're more likely to have experienced A lot of other cultures outside their country, so they have experienced all- a lot of diversity of cultures, so they would prefer more different styles such as Hollywood style or other European styles or Korean styles. However, older generations are more likely to have experienced, uh, limited, uh, access to other cultures, so they might prefer, uh, older versions of Korean movies or some limited types of Hollywood movies.\nExaminer: Yes, yes. And are there any movies that are enjoyed by people of all ages?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, I think that- that is, one would be the family movies, because everyone once have become- have been a child before. Every person has their childhood experience, and back in childhood, they- they can watch family movies, such as Disney, Pixar, they will be very, uh, yeah, uh, very big type of the childhood family movies.\nExaminer: And do you think movies are mainly for entertainment or for education?\nCandidate: Oh, uh, in these days of industry, movie industry, I think it is more focused on entertainment rather than education. Of course, there are some educational movies, but I think they are minorities in the whole movie industry. Because every, uh, every articles of movie, if I- if you see, then you can see what they- they all say about is the revenue or box office tickets. So, yes, I think they're more focused on entertainment and making people fun so that they can earn money. And, yeah, that is why.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect.",
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  "title": "101 - IELTS Speaking Band 6.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, my name is Juno Seo. You can call me, uh, Juno.\nExaminer: Juno. Okay, Juno. And, uh, are you working, or are you a student?\nCandidate: Uh, now I- I work. I'm working, and I work as an interpreter, uh, uh, between Korean buyer- Korean sellers and foreign buyers in exhibition. Yeah, and also these days, I search for a master course in Germany.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm, mm-hmm. And do you like your job?\nCandidate: Yes, I really like my job because I can meet many people with whom I didn't know, and it makes me very energetic.\nExaminer: Great. And what do you enjoy doing in your free time?\nCandidate: During the free time, I usually go to climbing gym. I don't- I'm not good at climbing outside, but I'm good at climbing inside. So, I have some friends who- who have same hobby, so regularly I visit there with them.\nExaminer: Nice one. Uh, now let's talk about public transportation. So, what kind of public transportation do you usually take?\nCandidate: Uh, I usually take, uh, uh, subway or bus, uh, for commuting or to go somewhere, yeah, and then, and usually, and I don't, uh, I don't take a taxi.\nExaminer: Mmm, yes, yes. Um, and do most people in your country prefer to take public transportation over private transportation?\nCandidate: I don't think so. Many people prefer convenience, so that's why people prefer to buy their own car, and they enjoy to drive car, even though their traffic jam is quite a serious problem in Korea.\nExaminer: Okay, and did you take public transportation when you were a child?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, when I was child, I- I took public transportation every day because my school located far from my home, so that's why I have- had to take transportation. Otherwise, it takes- took over two hours on foot.\nExaminer: Okay. Okay, now let's talk about weather. Um, so what is the weather like where you live?\nCandidate: The weather is very humid that I live, because I live near the river, so river is very wide, so it influences humidity quite a lot.\nExaminer: Yes, yes. And do you prefer cold or hot weather?\nCandidate: I definitely prefer cold weather. Uh, hot weather, like, like nowadays, uh, it makes me, uh, it blow, uh, very terrible time. And then I don't have, I don't make my own energy. So, uh, I, it's very easy to get frustrated.\nExaminer: And are you in the habit of checking the weather forecast?\nCandidate: Uh, I don't have those kind of habit, so I'm, uh, usually I don't take the umbrella, so I'm not good at, uh, sudden, uh, good at, uh, preventing, uh, sudden rain.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you like to visit other countries or cities that have a different climate?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, definitely. Uh, so, uh, last- when I was young, I also visit the inside of Arctic Circle, Circle, and then also I visit, uh, uh, the one city in China that is far from the ocean, so it's very dry. And then I, uh, yeah, because I'm very curious about people, uh, their- their life, What's the difference based on the weather? Okay?\nExaminer: Lovely. That'll do us for part one. Now we'll go on to the second part of the test. Oops. So I'm gonna give you this question here now. And it should be, you can use that pen there to do some note-taking. So yeah, I'll give you one minute to take some notes. Okay, so you can begin. Okay, Junho, that's one minute now, all right. So yeah, so for the part two question, could you describe a time when you received money as a gift?\nCandidate: Now I would like to talk about the moment that I received money as a gift. Um, when I was in military, uh, around 12 years ago, uh, just the last day of my military service, my captain gave me, uh, 50,000 won. It was very interesting, so, but he explained why he gave me money, because I worked as a driver, but he said, you are the best driver among all drivers. So, it was music to my ears. And then, um, so I- I satisfy my- with my, um, military service, and then it's unforgettable moment, uh, among whole, uh, military service days. So... And then, uh, I- I, uh, imagined what- how can I use this money, uh, practically. So, I- I, uh, def- uh, just, uh, immediately I bought a, uh, computer keyboard because, uh, after I go back to home and I, uh, realized that my keyboard didn't work very well because of a lot of dust. So, I bought new keyboard with this money, and then, uh, I always, still now, I, uh, I try to do my best, even though it's not my choice. So, uh, he- he, uh, make- make- made me a lot of energy, uh, through this money. So... Uh, if I- if I work to, uh, more- more, uh, maybe I can- I would- would have time to- I would have had time to, uh, work more harder.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay, that's exactly two minutes now. Okay, nice one. How long have you been playing the keyboard for?\nCandidate: Keyboard?\nExaminer: Yeah.\nCandidate: I played keyboard over, uh, three years.\nExaminer: Okay, nice, good hobby. Okay, so now we're gonna go into part three of the test. Okay, let's keep it going. Okay, so why do some people still use cash?\nCandidate: Uh, people don't believe the internet service, and just without physical cash, money, uh, people feel that, uh, something missing. So that's why it's still, some people, uh, for some people, it's very difficult to, um, change their ha- change their habit, so that's why, Still now, even though regardless of the generation, some people still maintain to use the money, cash.\nExaminer: Yes. So do you think in the future, eventually, people will stop using cash?\nCandidate: I don't think so. Uh, some, uh, because through the cash, uh, there are some, uh, benefits. Uh, so, pe- people, uh, some people prefer, uh, more the benefits of cash instead of, uh, uh, using credit card.\nExaminer: Mm, okay, yes. Mm. And what do you think of the opinion that time is as important as money?\nCandidate: Mm, yeah, many people say, uh, time is money.\nExaminer: Mm.\nCandidate: Uh, but I don't think so always. Yeah. Uh, because, uh, some- some time, uh, we cannot, uh, calculate through the mon- through the money.\nExaminer: Mm.\nCandidate: Yeah, because, uh, we, uh, sometimes, uh, happiness, mental happiness, uh, it's very, it's a big challenge to explain, um, explain, uh, big challenge to explain, uh, the money.\nExaminer: Mmm, yeah. Do you think there is a relationship between money and happiness?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, but not exactly.\nExaminer: Mm.\nCandidate: Just, uh, some- if some- if somebody has some- some amount of money, and then, uh, happiness, uh, uh, is in their mind. Because even though some people who have- who is millionaire, they are not quite happy, I think.\nExaminer: Mm, sure. Uh, and when do you think children begin to comprehend the value of money?\nCandidate: Can you say it again?\nExaminer: Sure, sure. Uh, in your opinion, uh, when do children begin to comprehend the value of money?\nCandidate: Oh, uh, when- when the child, um, as a child- children, they don't understand how to buy or how to get some- something that they want. But when they pay by themselves, and then they comprehend the value of money, I think, because, uh, at first they think- they feel that money is just a paper, As a bill, but, uh, oh, they can understand, oh, I can change with this paper with the big product.\nExaminer: Yes, yes. And do you think parents should teach children the value of money from an early age?\nCandidate: Oh, yes, of course. Otherwise, children don't have, uh, don't have their, uh, uh, the notion how to use the money. So, uh, it- it influences even though they- they get older.\nExaminer: Sure. And is it important to save money?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, definitely, it's very important to save money. Uh, we, uh, even though we don't, now we don't have, uh, the place or moment that I need to money, but, uh, we need to prevent the future catastrophe. Uh, for example, dentist, uh, tooth problem is very important, but it's very expensive. But in- in this situation, if somebody doesn't have money, well, it happens very negatively, yeah.\nExaminer: Yes, and what is the best way to save money?\nCandidate: Uh, at first, uh, uh, put the money on the bank, in the bank, yeah, and then, uh, just to be, uh, uh, just imagine the good, great interest rate, yeah, and, and it's, it's, and we need to make ourselves to withdraw money very difficult.\nExaminer: Hmm... I see. Hmm, okay. That will do us for part three. All done. Thank you very much, Juno.",
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  "title": "102 - IELTS Speaking Band 5.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Can I please have your full name?\nCandidate: Hello, my name is Jinan Kim, and I'm from South Korea.\nExaminer: Okay. Uh, yeah, let's start off the interview. Uh, do you often stay up late?\nCandidate: Well, these days I really stay up late because, like, I'm already finished the exam and, like, I'm, like, just playing mobile phone and lots of doing mobile games and doing stuff, so it makes me feel happy, but I know that it's not really good for my health, so I need to change this, you know, as soon as possible.\nExaminer: Okay. Did you stay up late when you were a kid as well?\nCandidate: Well, when I was in middle school, I often stay, uh, wake up late, and, like, doing all these mobile game stuff in those, in those days, so, yes.\nExaminer: Okay. What do you do when you stay up late?\nCandidate: So I really- so when- when I was in middle school, I often played Overwatch and Battlegrounds, and it was really fun, so I- and I just played computer games at those times.\nExaminer: I see. What does it feel like the next morning when you stay up late?\nCandidate: Uh, it's really hard to wake up and, like, I can feel those dopamines, like, can- and it really makes me wake- it really makes me hard to do my entire day of those when I wake up late in that morning.\nExaminer: Okay. Next topic, uh, let's talk about public transportation. What kind of public transportation do you usually take?\nCandidate: When I was in middle school and high school, I often- often used, uh, bus, but these days, I really use subway the most.\nExaminer: Okay. When do you usually take public transportation? In your everyday life or when you are traveling?\nCandidate: I always take my transportation because my home is far away from the school and academy and, like, working stuff, so I always use transportation, public transportation.\nExaminer: I see. Do you think most people prefer public transportation in your country?\nCandidate: Yes, I- I think I- the most of the people use public transportation and prefer public transportation because it's really cheap and convenient and those transfer system is really being well made, so I think so.\nExaminer: I see. Will there be more people taking public transportation in the future?\nCandidate: Yes, because these days, like, the inflation and those macroeconomic stuffs are really bad, so, like, people are trying to save their money, then the best way to save their money is not buying a car, then using a transportation.\nExaminer: I see. How about the summer? Do you like hot or cold weather?\nCandidate: I prefer cold weather because when it's hot, then, like, there's There is only one option, like, just turn on the air conditioner still. I... to be honest, I hate summer.\nExaminer: Okay, I see. What about wet or dry weather? Which one do you prefer?\nCandidate: So, I prefer dry weather, because, well, like, when it is really wet, then, like, Like, it feels awkward and like, when I just go back- come back to home and like, taking a shower, then like, it's really stressful.\nExaminer: Mm, I see. What do you think about climate change? Do you think we can see the effects thereof in recent time?\nCandidate: Yes, I can see the climate change effects because, like, when I was a kid, like, in South Korea, like, there's, like, spring, summer, fall, and winter was, like, really separate, but, like, these days, like, there's, like, summer and winter, like, there's, like, there's no, no fall and win- uh, fall and spring.\nExaminer: I see. Are you in the habit of checking the weather forecast?\nCandidate: Pardon?\nExaminer: Are you in the habit of checking the weather forecast?\nCandidate: Uh, no, I do not have the habit, so... Yes.\nExaminer: I see. Uh, would you like to visit or live in a place with a very different climate one day?\nCandidate: Well... I really prefer, like, to visit the Antarctica, so, like, it's really cold and, like, people say that, like, there are no, Like, 24 hours, like, always with the sun, so, like, I think, like, and I can see those great cold weather, so I think, like, it's going to be awesome.\nExaminer: Okay. So, let's continue with part two. So, this is going to be your part two question. Describe a difficult decision that you made and had a good result. So, I'll give you a minute to prepare and then we can get going. Okay. Are you ready?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Okay, you can start.\nCandidate: So, my difficult decision, what I've- what I have made was, I was- when I was in high school, I took the Chemistry 1 test in CSAT, as known as Korean SAT, and, like, this was the difficult decision because, like, most of the students in Korea study earth science and biology, so, like, earth science and biology has Like, lots of students are like, it was- Way easier than studying chemistry and physics, but I chose to study chemistry, and, like, it was difficult to problem- solving the problem, and, like, making a logic to get those answers, but it was really hard, but so I really struggling and tired of solving, but at the last, in the Day of the CSAT, I made a good result of chemistry, so it was really happy and, uh, it was really making me proud of myself.\nExaminer: I see. Could you tell me a bit more about the chemistry that you had to study?\nCandidate: So, they, so the chemistry one has four big titles, topics, so it has, Avogadro and mole, and the structure of molecules and atoms, and the third topic was... it was... it was about some stuff, some kind of energy stuff, like, when the electrons, like, getting out of the ground- ground level, and, like, those stuff, and the topic for it was about AC- AC stuff, I think it was AC stuff.\nExaminer: I see. Thank you very much. Okay, let's get on with the part three questions. When we're talking about decisions and such, do you think advertising influences people a lot?\nCandidate: Yes, because, like, a few days ago, I watched some kind of video in YouTube, and, like, one influencer made his own shop, and he didn't not advertise at all, but, so, like, the fir- I think, like, it was, like, the- the first two weeks, those total sales were, like, total disasters, so, like, and then, the influencer just, like, uploaded his picture of his shop on his, I think it was Facebook or YouTube, like, And then, like, lots of people find his job and, like, buy stuff, so, like, his salary earning stops increase. So I think it's really important to advertise lots of things to lots of people.\nExaminer: I see. Who do young people like to ask for advice when they make big decisions?\nCandidate: I think... The first priority will maybe is teacher, and the second will be parents because, first of all, like, teacher has lots of sit- so teacher- teachers have lots of situation that, like, those know about those, like, young students. Young students, uh, priority stuff. So, teachers will make a great solution for them, and the parents will- can take care of his mental advice, so I think teachers and parents will be their best options to get an advice.\nExaminer: Do you think it's necessary for kids to make as many decisions themselves as they can?\nCandidate: Yes, I think it's really important to- impor- important for students to make decisions because when do not- when they do not learn those decisions in the young age, then when they go out to society and being grown up, and they will face lots of decision stuffs, and without those training stuff, it will make them hard to get a success- successful Solution.\nExaminer: I see. Do you think some people can make decisions without asking for advice?\nCandidate: I think, yes, most of the people for, like, the CE level, like, CEO or, like, CFO, those people will make them- will make a decision just by all self because when they keep asking lots of advice to, like, other people, ask for advice for lots of people, then those decision will be, like, It's like too many options, so I think it will not make a good choice.\nExaminer: I see. Do you think young people are easily influenced by others when they make decisions?\nCandidate: Yes, because they really do not have those self-decision training systems, so they will be lots of- they will be influenced by lots of other people.\nExaminer: And what kind of decisions do younger people have to make?\nCandidate: Hmm... I think they will ask for his, uh, dream. So, like, for example, like, when a student wants to be a doctor, like, he will ask, like, how should- how can I be a doctor? And, like, the parents and the teacher will say, like, just study hard, and, like, it's a good result in test, and, like, you can go to medical school.\nExaminer: Okay.",
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  "serial": 103,
  "title": "103 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Um, my name is Yeonjin Nam, but you can call me Michelle.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. And, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm a student. I'm currently in university, at a university. And, yeah, um, my major is Biomedical and Biomedicine Sciences.\nExaminer: And, do you enjoy studying this major?\nCandidate: I guess yes, because when I was in freshman, we don't really learn those major materials, but from second graders, we're learning those, like, microbiology or genetics, and I feel like they're pretty interesting, so I guess I like my major.\nExaminer: And could you tell me about your hometown?\nCandidate: My hometown? Uh, it's kind of... because I'm Korean, but I lived in China for, like, 10 more years, so I would like to describe about China. I'm from Qingdao, do you... I don't know if you know or not, but there is, uh, lots of foods that I really enjoy to eat, especially, uh, the... I don't know in English, but it's like a very spicy food, yes.\nExaminer: Okay. And what do you enjoy doing in your free time?\nCandidate: Oh, my free time. I guess, because I am really an outgoing person, so I love to hang out with my friends. For example, we go to, uh, eat some foods, and go to cinema, or we can go to those game centers, or maybe karaoke.\nExaminer: Now we're going to talk about the internet. So when did you start using the internet?\nCandidate: Uh, I- I cannot remember exactly when I started, but I think from elementary school I started to use the internet, because in school there are some projects that we have to search for it. So I think I started using internet- internet from elementary school.\nExaminer: And how often do you use the internet these days?\nCandidate: Very much. Because, um, I feel like internet is, you know, uh, getting more advanced. So, um, for example, in university, we also use internet for our projects, especially chat GPT. I use that a lot for my study and it's really helpful. So I think every day I'm using my internet.\nExaminer: And do you think you spend too much time online?\nCandidate: Yes, because one of my hobbies is watching the dramas, so I think I use too much, sometimes almost the whole day, so...\nExaminer: Yes, and what would you do without the internet?\nCandidate: Uh, maybe reading some books, and, uh, music is also internet, right? Cause I- my- one of my- also one of my hobbies is dancing, so I just turn on the music, and maybe cleaning some house- house, and, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, let's talk about singing. So, do you like singing?\nCandidate: Yes, I love to go to karaoke with my friends, but I don't think I'm that good at singing, but I still enjoy it.\nExaminer: Mm. And have you ever learned how to sing?\nCandidate: No, actually not. I've never learned singing, but I would like to learn if I have a chance.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think singing can bring happiness to people?\nCandidate: Yes, I guess so, because sometimes people even cry because they are very emotional when they listen to some song. For example, The Greatest Showman OST really is touching heart, it really touches heart, so, yeah, I think singing can bring happiness.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. Okay, that'll do us for part one, now we'll go on to part two of the test. Here is your question and I'll give you a pencil there. All right, so now I'm going to give you one minute to read the question and you can do some note-taking here if you like. All right, okay, so that's one minute now. All right, so could you describe a time you saw a child behave badly in public?\nCandidate: Yes, um, I don't remember when I saw it, but I was in a restaurant with my family, and I saw there were two children who were playing around, and I thought, it's okay, because, you know, they are just a kid, but, uh, they were, like, playing with a small ball, And running around and really, um, they're- they were very naughty. And, um, I thought it was a bit dangerous for both children and also other people because people are walking around there and also people are serving the foods. So, I thought, um, the parents should let them to be a bit calm, to let them to be, let them calm down a bit, but they were just doing nothing, and other people were, other people were also staring at them. And, um, I thought at first, I could, um, understand, because, you know, they're just a child, so, but, um, because it's dangerous, I thought, like, Their parents should take care of them. Yes.\nExaminer: Okay. So that's about a minute and ten seconds, yeah? And do you think other people in the restaurant were bothered by their actions?\nCandidate: Yes, a little bit, because I was eating hot pot, and you have to go to get sauce, so, you know, they have to walk a lot, but they were, like, running around and just, you know, throwing some balls, so it may be, you know, a bit dangerous and really bothering them.\nExaminer: Okay, okay, perfect. Okay, now let's go into part three of the test. Okay, let's keep it going. So, yeah, um, what kinds of bad behavior do children usually do?\nCandidate: Hmm... I don't know if it's bad, but, uh, like, you know, there are some places you have to be quiet, you know. For example, cinema, people have to really, uh, be focused on movie. But there are some children who don't listen to their parents and, you know, while the movie is playing, they're, uh, screaming or talking to the next person. I think that's- that can be a bad behavior for- because it bothers others. So, in that case, uh, parents should really tell them. Like, in cinema, because it's a quiet place, you guys should be quiet a little bit. Yes. Take care of your behavior.\nExaminer: Right. Uh, and do you think, in your country, parents usually do this?\nCandidate: I think, uh, I think it depends, but usually, majority of people will tell their chi- tell their children, cause, uh, they are, you know, um, even a kindergarten know the mood and vibes, so, if they tell them, uh, here, you have to be quiet, we can talk later, then they could understand.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes, yes. And do you think, uh, parents these days are stricter than they were in the past?\nCandidate: Uh, I think, um, for some cases they are really strict, but in other parts they are not stricter than before. For example, I think study, um, parents became more strict because, Um, it's really hard to get into a good university, so they are- they really take care of their children's education, so they are really strict to children, because I'm- I'm aware of that in Korea, they start to learn a lot of things from kindergarten, so I think in this way, uh, parents are being more strict, but in other cases, like, for example, doing the house course, they are- I'm very, um, open. So, yeah.\nExaminer: Yes. And do you think it's possible for parents to be too strict with their children?\nCandidate: Um, uh, it... I think everyone is different, but... I guess, yes, because, uh, for me, when I was a child, uh, my mom didn't really care about my education, so she wanted me to do it by myself, but there are some parents who force them to study until, like, 2 a.m. or until the late time, so I think, in that case, parents are too strict to their children.\nExaminer: And could this have a negative effect on children or the relationship?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, I think there are some positive effects. For example, it could help them to study a lot for their future. But if they don't sleep well because they're children, I think they have to sleep well. But it will, you know, there are lots of people who have sleep-deprived, so it's affecting their health.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes. And whose influence on children is more important, friends or parents?\nCandidate: Oh, it's a tough question. But, uh, I think it really depends on the age. Because, you know, in kindergarten, I think, um, Parents are actually everything to them, but from middle school and high school, I think friends affects more, because we're spending more time with our friends rather than parents. For example, in school, and there are lots of, um, students who go to classes even after school, and they're with their friends, right? So, I think it really affects their, you know, their habits and all those stuff, yeah.\nExaminer: Sure. And what are some common rules among families in your country?\nCandidate: Common rules? Uh, I've never, uh, think of this question before, but, uh, I guess, common rules... I don't know if it's a common rule, but I think many- many Koreans really enjoy their weekend with their family. For example, they can go to hang out to some restaurants or... Do other outside activities or there are some people who enjoys indoor activities as well. Watching TV together and read some books together.\nExaminer: Okay, that'll do us for the test, all done, thank you very much. That was really quick. Yeah, that was quick, right?",
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  "serial": 104,
  "title": "104 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Can I please have your full name?\nCandidate: Uh, my name is Seonghyun Park.\nExaminer: Okay, nice to meet you, Seonghyun. Uh, let's start off with, uh, the topic of achievements. Have you had any achievements recently?\nCandidate: Recently? Hmm... Ah, that's a good question. Um, well, I am, like, uh, just, uh, launched my YouTube channel. I'm not going to reveal the name of the channel, for sure. But, yeah, uh, I've learned, uh, uh, the editing skills and how to make thumbnail, how to research keywords and all that, so... I'm kind of excited to start my own channel, so, uh, social media channels, and, uh, I don't think it's a major success yet. It's just the beginning of a- a long journey, but I think I would consider a- a good milestone that, uh, and I'm, uh, continue- I want to continue to work on it and maybe hit a- maybe a bigger goal, uh, in the future, yeah.\nExaminer: See, how do you feel when you are praised or complimented?\nCandidate: Uh, that's a good question, that's a funny question. Uh, well, I've- of course it feels good, uh, depends on the compliment and praise, for sure, but, uh, I try to hide how I genuinely like it, but, uh, I think, uh, sometimes it just- just shows up on my face, facial expressions, and, uh, my tone, my voice, uh, changes, so... Well, but I think in Korea, it's, I don't know if it's still true or not, but being humble about your success and achievement, I think it's still considered as a virtue or like a nice gesture. So, I try to hide it. I don't, like, really, uh, admit it fully, but I appreciate the person, uh, for the compliment and praise.\nExaminer: I see. When was the last time that you praised someone?\nCandidate: Uh, since I was working as a teacher, English teacher in Korea, so I was, uh, dealing with many children. And, uh, I was- and now I regret that I was not really generous with my compliments and, uh, like, recognizing their achievements. But then, remember, there were moments when I sort of, like, pushed myself to give more compliments and, uh, encouraging my students. And, yeah, I would say that.\nExaminer: I see. Do you think that parents should often praise and encourage their children?\nCandidate: I believe so, I believe so, yeah. Uh, so, while, uh, being a teacher, I read, uh, quite about, uh, quite a lot about the psychology of development and, uh, uh, how to motivate your students. And then- and I realized the power of positive reinforcement. I think it's a real thing. Uh, so, I also have a real-life case where I saw a slow, uh, sort of, like, students that are sort of, like, behind the class level, but then, I intentionally gave him extra compliment and recognized his, like, small achievements. A few weeks later, he started showing, like, rapid, uh, like, sort of growth, and, uh, and he started showing, uh, like, more proactive, uh, attitudes, and, uh, at the end, a few months later, he really, really, like, significantly improved his performance and understanding everything. So I think compliment, It's, uh, it's really, really important if you're a parent or a teacher, like, a leader in any, like, type of situations. I mean, leading by praise and encouraging messages is, I think, it's far better than, like, pointing out problems and then blaming, I think.\nExaminer: I see. Have you ever been praised or encouraged by your teachers?\nCandidate: Uh, ah, when was the last time I was a student? Well, yeah, I was a, uh, a student, uh, back in New Zealand, and, uh, yeah, I remember, you know, different teachers have different personalities, so I remember a particular teacher, she was a local, she was a Kiwi, and she was very generous, she was funny, uh, has a good sense of humor, but then she was not really, uh, stingy with her, Like, compliment and, uh, yeah, even though it was not a, like, a noticeable achievement or, like, uh, success, I- I remember she was, like, trying to uplift the moods of the class and pointing out, like, each student and, like, recognizing what they did well and stuff like that.\nExaminer: Okay, excellent. Um, we're staying on the whole positivity theme, so we're gonna do our part two question. Describe an occasion when somebody gave you positive advice or suggestions about your work or study. So, yeah, so there's your question. You can take a minute to prepare, and then I'll let you know when you can answer it.\nCandidate: My work or study?\nExaminer: Okay. Yep, when you're ready.\nCandidate: Hmm, okay, so, an occasion when someone gave me positive advice or suggestions. So, I was working, uh, as a- as an English teacher, and, uh, one time I was working, uh, teaching online. It was a, uh, English, uh, co- like, uh, education company, so, someone, I was working in this kind of studio because it was online, uh, teaching, uh, platform, and, uh, we had a, like, weekly meeting, And one time, our boss suggested, how- hey, guys, what about you, sort of, uh, have a meeting where you sit down together and watch yourself teaching. Because the- all the classes were recorded, so we have, like, sort of, like, the videos of ourselves teaching our classes. And then, it was my turn. Well, like, it was like a group of six, seven teachers watching me teaching my students. It's quite embarrassing, so it was not a very most, like, pleasant experience, uh, you can imagine. And at the end of- the point of the, sort of, like, meeting was that, uh, we share feedback, uh, for each other, because we could improve the quality of our class. Right, that was the point. And, uh, And the people, my co-workers, were kind of, like, hesitant to share their views on my class, and, uh, one started, uh, by saying, hey, everything was good, but, uh, you're, you get too, sort of, like, uh, carried away when you are emotionally engaged, when, you know, like, teaching online can be very frustrating because the communication is not as, like, direct.\nExaminer: You're talking to a wall.\nCandidate: Yeah, yeah, yeah. And they are- you're dealing with kids, so there's a lot of, like, massive barrier, and the frustrations, like, sort of, like, comes through during teaching. I was not able- I was not aware of what I was doing, but then when they started, like, pointing out, like, very gently, or very, like, sort of, compassionately, and, uh, I was able to catch that, uh, the next class, and that sort of, like, really helped.\nExaminer: Yeah, sorry to cut you off there.\nCandidate: No worries.\nExaminer: But, yeah, let's keep that theme, um, you talked about people's comments, your colleagues commenting on your teaching. Do you think people care about others' comments about them?\nCandidate: Ah, that's a great question. People, depending on the context, people have to pretend they care, right? Whether it's coming from your boss, or advisor, investor, you have to pretend, you have to act, right? To use your social skills. But, uh, what I noticed is that your ego sort of, like, kicks in. You- your ego gets in the way. Even when there- the advice or comments are really helpful and, uh, useful for your growth and development, whatever. You get defensive about the- those comments, right? And you sort of, like, deny, but you pretend to listen. So, I think, I'm trying to, like, stay humble, but which is very difficult, especially when the comments or feedback are mean or, like, delivered in an, like, aggressive or, like, uh, un-uh, friendly way. But then, I have to- I'm training myself to take the, sort of like, important elements of the feedback, not the packaging or whatever, how it's delivered. So, I think, it's really depends on your personality, how mature you are emotionally. If you are psychologically developed, uh, enough, then you can kind of like, Uh, have an awareness when your ego kicks in. Okay, probably this is my defense mechanism. I should let that sort of like, uh, guard down and accept, uh, feedback and then just move on. You don't get, you don't have to get too emotionally, uh, like, worked up or like, uh, upset about it.\nExaminer: I think that's how we... What do you think is more important for adults in the workplace? Positive feedback or negative feedback?\nCandidate: Positive feedback, let's keep the, like, uh, positive, like, momentum going, I think. I mean, uh, yeah, I also working for a corporate setting, uh, before and, uh, realized, yeah, it's stressful. Like, you're dealing with the company, company has to keep, like, uh, making revenue and there's a lot of, like, elements that, uh, give you pressure and anxiety and, If your coworkers or both are adding more pressure on top of that, very, very stressful, frustrating. You don't feel motivated to work harder. So, at least, there are many elements, but at least I believe that in terms of human interaction and communication between your coworkers and stuff, I think it's better to stay positive and to keep the positive moods up. And, but still, the, the, sort of like, the, what is the word, the message that, uh, feedback has to be delivered, but it doesn't have to be delivered in a, sort of a, And with more compassion, empathy, like, communication has to be done to get the work done, but it doesn't have- you don't have to bring so much, like, emotion or your personal feelings towards it.\nExaminer: I see. Why is negative feedback as important as positive feedback?\nCandidate: Are you saying negative feedback is... say again, please?\nExaminer: Yeah, so the question here is, why is negative feedback as important as positive feedback at work or in study? Do you agree with it or do you disagree with it?\nCandidate: Uh, I do not really agree to the statement, but if I had to argue, uh, that negative feedback can be as important as positive feedback, is that people get used to your, like, generosity or kind attitude. Some people take advantage of it, so if your boast is too, uh, soft, Uh, it's not really straightforward. And some employees, I think, uh, maybe they don't work hard, uh, work as hard as they could, because they know their boss is not going to come up to them and say, like, demand, right? So, in such a case, I think being a little bit more- negative is not the right word, being more straightforward and commanding. Or, sort of like, a little bit of assertiveness, uh, would help for the employers- employees to, uh, like, bring more performance or productivity into his or her workplace. So in that sense, I think... Yeah, negativity might, yeah, be useful.",
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  "serial": 105,
  "title": "105 - IELTS Speaking Band 9.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright then, let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My full name is Soo Hee Kang.\nExaminer: Soo Hee Kang, okay. And are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm currently a graduate student. I am finishing up my MA in the United States.\nExaminer: And could you tell me about your major?\nCandidate: Uh, so I major in Cinema and Media Studies, and basically what the major does is it looks at film and other kinds of media like TV shows, music, um, social media, and it analyzes the sort of social significance of the things that are relevant in the media.\nExaminer: And do you enjoy your major?\nCandidate: I do, um, I've always loved, um, consuming media for fun, but getting to look at it from an academic perspective is, uh, very enjoyable as well.\nExaminer: Great. And what do you enjoy doing in your free time?\nCandidate: In my free time, I like to listen to music. Um, recently I've gotten into sort of the algorithm, you know, on the music listening apps. I love to discover new songs that are not even a language I understand, but are familiar genres, so maybe, you know, rock or jazz. Yeah, that's my new hobby, listening to music.\nExaminer: Okay, now let's talk about, uh, saying a thank you. So, have you ever sent a thank you card to others?\nCandidate: I have, yes. Um, uh, a mo- recent thank you card I remember writing is to my friend, an American friend in the United States. Um, I got sick, um, at the end of last year, but this friend really came through and helped me with everything. Um, my parents had to come over and she helped them, uh, help pick them up from the airport. And she just was a very good friend to me, so I wanted to thank her. I wrote her, uh, you know, handwritten note and gave it to her with a present because it was also her birthday.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. And do you think, do people in your country often say thank you?\nCandidate: Yes, they do. I think it's sort of a very, um, social expectation to be able to say thank you in- in, uh, socially acceptable ways, so I guess Saying thank you with a handwritten note is- would be the most, um, genuine form of saying thank you, but saying thank you out loud, you know, it's sort of everyday for us Koreans, even when we go to a store and we don't buy anything and we just go out, we would say thank you.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Um, and on what occasions do you say thank you?\nCandidate: Uh, I would sort of, um, divide that into two occasions. The first one is, like I said, sort of the everyday thank you that I say, you know, out of, um, habit more than anything. You know, when I go to a store with strangers, with friends, or when I bump into someone or someone picks something up for me on the street. But the other occasion is, um, when someone really does something for me that wasn't expected of them, but they do it anyway, um, those are the occasions where I really want to express my gratitude. So, I'll write a note or send a long text, you know, everything's digital now, so I guess it doesn't have to be handwritten.\nExaminer: Okay, lovely. Uh, now let's talk about spare time. So, do you often have free time?\nCandidate: Uh, I do, um, especially in the summer, uh, I don't have classes, so I am technically free all day. Um, I spend- I have spent most of last week just meeting up with friends, but when I'm in the U.S. and I have free time, I like to just go to campus and work on, uh, my essays or read a book. I like to not be at home when I'm doing those things. So, even though I will go outside to campus, I will still sort of do things that allow me to be by myself.\nExaminer: Lovely. And... would you like to have more free time in the future?\nCandidate: Well, I wouldn't say no to any more free time, but I am, um, sort of excited for the next part of my life, which is, um, going to be a bit busy, and I do miss that kind of routine, going to class every day and working, um, as, I guess, a teaching assistant or a research assistant. I like to have that routine in my life, so, um, I kind of miss that, um, hustle and bustle. I'm looking forward to that, actually.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. Alright, that'll do us for part one of the test, now we'll move on to part two. So, I'll just give you your question, so I'll just give you that here, and I'll give you a pencil there too. So yeah, now I'll give you one minute to do some note-taking for that, so you can write there, alright? Okay, that's one minute. So, I'll ask you the question now, so could you describe a person who you think wears unusual clothes?\nCandidate: The person that I would like to describe who wears unusual clothes is my friend, um, she's called Se-eun, and she is actually not, uh, a person that I have met in real life. She's an online friend that I met through, um, you know, social networking. We bonded over our love of movies. She is currently a student preparing for an exam. And her clothes are very, um, doll-like. Um, if you've ever seen, you know, um, little dolls that wear bonnets, flowy skirts, um, lacy, you know, like, tops, um, that's her. And her clothes are always patterned so beautifully. They have pictures of, you know, little lambs, animals, or, you know, pottery on them. They're very beautiful, um, blue and pink. I think her clothes are unusual because, um, I think in Korea, the trend now is sort of being kind of hip and, um, very fashionable, trendy, but her clothes actually evoke an older time. Uh, very feminine and girly, um, maybe even from, you know, the Victorian age, you know, they're very long skirts. So, I think she is very unique and probably brave for wearing those clothes, maybe not in this weather, but, you know, in real life, I think people will probably see her and also think that she is very unique.\nExaminer: We're at about 1.40 there now, okay, so, yeah, the- the maximum is two minutes, so, yes. Um, yeah, good. And do you think, um, there's a difference between how people dress when they're at work and when they're in their free time?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, absolutely. Uh, at work, um, there's not only the social expectation of having to be sort of, um, you know, uh, not very flashy, be s- sort of fit in in an office environment, especially if you work in an office or have a job that has to, um, deal with a lot of c- customer, like, um, in a coffee shop, for example. You do- if you stand out, I guess that's kind of, Um, people will judge you if you stand out in that sort of environment where you have to be around other people. But in their free time, people can really dress however they like. I think they're more free to express themselves through their clothing. For example, um, Me, myself, if, uh, I have had an office job, um, before, and I wouldn't really wear, you know, a tank top to an office, but, you know, when I'm going out with friends, and, or going on a picnic on the river, I would definitely wear that, so, that's the kind of difference.\nExaminer: Yes, great. So now we'll, uh, move on to part three of the test, so we'll keep it going. Uh, let me just get the timer. Okay, so yeah, now on to the third part. Uh, so do you think it is a good idea to buy clothes online?\nCandidate: I do think it's a very good idea, um, to buy clothes online. Uh, first, I think there are so many more options. Um, it's very easy to search for what you want nowadays, and, uh, find a store, online store that has that exact thing that you want. But offline, it takes, you know, um, you have to walk around, Um, you need to go upstairs, you know, like, look in every nook and cranny of the store, but online you can just do that with a click. So, I think it- I do think it's a good idea, and also it's a lot accessible for- a lot more accessible for people who might not live in a big city like Seoul. Um, when I live in the States, I live in a pretty small city, so there aren't many clothing stores out there. But online, buying clothes online, it makes me possible to find the styles that I want, um, uh, without going to a big city that is probably three hours away.\nExaminer: Yes, yes, indeed. And what are the differences between clothes worn by older people and those worn by younger people?\nCandidate: I would say the biggest difference is comfort, especially in Korea. Um, I think younger people are more willing to sacrifice a bit of comfort for their style, which I really admire. I think it's a great thing. For example, they might wear higher heels or more form-fitting clothes. Um, not everyone, of course, but a lot more people might be willing to do that in the younger generation than in the older generation. When I see the older generation on the street, they might wear very loose clothes, like loose pants, um, suitable for the weather. Um, if it's hot, they- there's a special material in Korea that allows, you know, like, wind to go through the fabric, so they might wear clothes made out of that. And, but, uh, I guess the younger generation are kind of willing to take that risk to be a little uncomfortable if, in order to look good.\nExaminer: Yeah. Do you think it's important to be fashionable?\nCandidate: I do, um, I did not used to think that. I used to think that, you know, it's just clothes, what- why does it matter? But then, I found out about, you know, thrift shopping, um, vintage shopping, and how to, um, be fashionable while still, you know, protecting the environment, and also, um, expressing yourself through clothes, because there are a lot more things that you can find in the thrift store that are more unique than things sold in a regular store. So when I find that unique item, I feel like it's really for me alone, and that has really kind of shown me the pleasure of expressing myself through clothing.\nExaminer: Yes, yes. And what effect do you think, um, clothing and fashion has on the environment?\nCandidate: Well, I don't think it's a very, um, positive effect as of now. Of course, um, as more people get interested in, you know, upcycling or vintage, um, it might change. But as of now, I think a lot of clothes get made, but they don't all get sold. So that ex- um, excess clothing, I heard, just gets buried in a desert in Africa somewhere. And there's a big landfill just full of fashionable clothes that haven't even gotten sold yet. So I think it's important for, you know, clothing companies to produce less, not even, um, I guess upcycle or, you know, recycle clothing, just maybe produce less in the first place to better, um, sort of count their demand and try to meet that instead of producing just whatever they can.\nExaminer: Yes, yes. And do you think expensive clothing is always better than cheaper clothing?\nCandidate: Hmm, I actually do think that in most cases expensive clothing is better, um, especially if it's made out of materials that last longer. Um, if you buy, you know, a 3001 t-shirt, um, I don't think it's going to be made of cotton that is very durable. But expensive clothing, uh, means that there is a certain guarantee that the cotton is going to be, you know, more thick, it's gonna be- last longer. So, I guess, buying something, even if it's a little more expensive when you first buy it, is, um, ultimately going to be better for the environment because you don't have to buy the same thing two or three times. The lifespan is much longer.\nExaminer: Okay, that'll do us. We're all done there. Thank you for your time.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Yes, all right.",
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  "serial": 106,
  "title": "106 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, then let's begin, so could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Okay, my full name is Min Seo Oh, and my English name is Paul, so you can call me Paul.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. And are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: Um, I am working at, uh, Gangwon Province right now, as a vet, and, um, I think that it's very fun to work as a vet, because you can see a lot of cute animals there.\nExaminer: Nice. And what do you enjoy doing in your free time?\nCandidate: Um, in my free time, I, well, tend to work out, um, and try to go to the gym every day, and I think that it makes me relieve my stress that I get from my work, or etc., yeah.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes. Um, and now we're gonna talk about text messages. So, how often do you send text messages?\nCandidate: Well, um, I don't like text messages personally, but, well, it's, um, essential for, like, modern people these days, so I think I- I send text messages, like, about every 10 minutes. Yeah. I think I do it very often, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. And is sending messages popular in your country?\nCandidate: Um, I think so, yeah. I think everyone's crazy about sending messages in Korea because, Well, um, these days, like, um, young people prefer sending messages rather than calling or, like, speaking in person. So, I think that it's kind of, um, popular in Korea, yeah.\nExaminer: Hm. And did you send more text messages when you were younger?\nCandidate: Um, yeah, as a, um, as a child, I, um, didn't prefer talking to the phone because, um, I thought that the volume was too loud for me. So, I preferred text messages back then. But now I'm thinking I'm getting used to, um, calling people. Yeah. Yes.\nExaminer: And do you usually reply to messages as soon as you receive them?\nCandidate: Um, I try to, because I'm- I think that, for me, it's kind of a manner to, um, respond when you can. And if you don't get the reply, um, very quickly, I would think that there is, um, something going on, or maybe, like, this person doesn't like me personally, so I try to, um, give a reply as soon as I can.\nExaminer: Okay, lovely. Uh, now let's talk about memory. So, are you good at memorizing things?\nCandidate: Um, well, as a vet, I have to be, because I have to remember every patient's names or their symptoms, but, um, I think I'm not very good at that compared to other people, so I'm trying to, yeah.\nExaminer: Yes. And have you ever forgotten something very important?\nCandidate: Um, well, when I was in college, I forgot that there was a test the next day, and so I just, um, like, turned off my every alarm and, like, woke up very late and found out that everyone in the class was looking for me and trying to call my phone, and, um, That- I think that was the, um, most, like, biggest event that I got, um, by forgetting something, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. And what do you need to remember in your daily life?\nCandidate: Um, there are, like, numerous things that I have to remember, but I think that, um, the important things are my schedule, and, um, sometimes I think that it's important to remember, like, calling to your family, I think, yeah.\nExaminer: Nice one. And, yes, how do you remember important things?\nCandidate: Um, well, I think that it's, um, different for every person, but for me, I tend to, um, write my own, um, schedule planners, um, before I do something the next day. I try to memorize it before, um, I wake up, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. All right, that'll do us for part one of the test, so now we'll go to part two. I'll give you your question. Here we are. All right, so there's your question now, and you got a pencil there, so you can do some note-taking here. I'll give you one minute to take your notes, all right? So you can begin now, Paul. All right, mate, that's one minute now, all right?\nCandidate: Mm-hmm.\nExaminer: Okay, so, uh, I will time you until two minutes, so I'll- I'll stop you at two minutes, all right?\nCandidate: All right.\nExaminer: So, yeah, could you describe a difficult thing you did and succeeded?\nCandidate: Um, I think that there are, like, many things that were difficult for me, but the- I think the biggest thing that I did in my life was trying to, um, go to the college. And, um, it was difficult because I've tried the- Um, national test for going to the college for three years. And, um, it's- was just like a fight against myself because, um, there was no one to compare with or compete with. I just had to, um, win myself. And I think it was the hardest thing. And, um, I think I couldn't have done it without, um, the help from the people around me. Um, for example, like, my father took me to the academy every morning. And, like, my mother took care of my conditions and, like, my meals and my diet. And I think that it was very critical for me to go to the college. And I think I haven't- I couldn't have done it without them. And, um, well, after I got to college, I was, like, very, um, I'm excited and very happy that I could go to college, um, to the specific, like, um, degree that I wanted to go. Um, and I think that was the- one of the biggest, um, happiest memory in my life. And... that's all.\nExaminer: So, okay, we're at 1.46 there now, okay, so that's cool, nice, nice. Okay, so getting into college was one of the happiest memories, yes? And do you enjoy challenges in your life?\nCandidate: Um, well, per- I think it's very, um, exhausting for me to take a challenge, but I don't, like, um, try to flee against it, because, um, it's like a fight-or-flight response, and I prefer fighting rather than, like, um, fleeing from it.\nExaminer: Yes, okay, perfect. Alright, let's go on to part three now, let's keep it going. Okay. So, uh, should people set goals for themselves?\nCandidate: Goals, um, I think it's... It's a must for everyone. I think everybody has to set goals and keep, um, pushing themselves to a certain limit. I think that, um, you don't have to be very, um, hard on yourself, but I think that you have to get this, um, minimal, um, push or the goal that makes you keep motivating. And I think it's essential for a human being to do that.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes. And why do some people- people not set any goals for themselves?\nCandidate: Um, I think that it's because it's, um, hard for them to make a living every day, because they are so, um, difficult living day-to-day lives, so they don't set the goals for the future, so they just don't simply think about the future, because they are so hard to live.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Mm-hmm. Why do you think people are facing these difficulties these days?\nCandidate: Um, well, I think that, well, um, I'm not very sure, so I can't tell about other countries, but I think that in Korea, we are, um, getting this inflations or this economic, um, decrease in our, um, growth in economical value, so, um, everybody's getting a hard time these days.\nExaminer: Yes, yes, yes. And how would you define success?\nCandidate: Well, um, there are many, um, means to value success, but I think the main thing is the physical thing that, um, I think that happiness that one get from a success is the main thing. Um, I'm not very, um, I'm- I'm a person who, like, likes money, but I think that economical value of success isn't 100% that you can define success.\nExaminer: Yes, yes. Um, and do you think, can successful people sometimes feel lonely?\nCandidate: Yeah, I think so. I think that, um, not all people who succeeded feel lonely, but, um, I think that some people do because they get a gap from people around them when they make a great success. And other people might, like, um, feel the gap between them and, like, well, don't hang out with them and make them feel lonely.\nExaminer: Yeah. Yes, yes, absolutely. And what kinds of success can students achieve at school?\nCandidate: Um, well, the one thing that comes to my mind is, um, getting a good grade in school. It's the most, like, um, basic thing that you can get from a school. And, um, well, you get this repetition and, um, Respect from everyone around you if you get a good score in school as a student. And I think that's the, um, one of the things that you can, um, get success from school.\nExaminer: Yes. And do you think parents should reward their children if they achieve, uh, high gr- high grades?\nCandidate: Yeah, of course, um, as a, um, human being, you have to feel that, uh, you are rewarded from a success, um, and if you get it, you can, um, get your goals by yourself and motivate yourself by- through the goal because you are sure that, um, if you succeed, you'll get a reward. I think that you have to practice it when you were young.\nExaminer: Yes. Are there any, um, negative sides to this, to children always receiving rewards?\nCandidate: Um, well, they can get too competitive and, like, um, well, do, well, cheat on other people and, like, um, cheat on the test and, well, I think that might be the side effect from trying to pushing your children to get their success, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Alright. That'll do us. Perfect. Thank you. Thank you. Alright.",
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  "title": "107 - IELTS Speaking Band 6.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, can I please have your full name?\nCandidate: Yeah, my name is Minseok Cho, but I can go with Michael.\nExaminer: Okay, nice to meet you, Minseok Michael. Um, yeah, since it's summer, let's talk a bit about the weather. What do you think about climate change nowadays?\nCandidate: Oh, the climate change? I'm kind of experiencing the climate change, which is kind of serious, and I think we should take serious on, because I can really experience the difference in summer between, like, 10 years ago and current these days. So, like, 10 years ago, the summer wasn't this hot, and I don't think this summer wasn't that humid, but now, I can feel the difference. It's more extreme, and it's getting hotter and hotter, and I feel I'm sweating more.\nExaminer: I see. What's the weather like where you live?\nCandidate: So, I'm currently living in Dongjak Province, which is located in Seoul. So, I don't think there's a, like, big difference inside Seoul, but if I jump down to, like, Daegu or some of these southern- southern cities, I feel like it's much hotter than Seoul. So, in that areas, I think the climate change- the climate change influence is getting more serious and crucial, so... Like you mentioned about climate change is I think we need to really consider deeply and make a more con- more constructive debate on that.\nExaminer: I see. Talking about preferences, do you like hot or cold weather?\nCandidate: I personally prefer colder- colder weather, which is winter, like, um, because I don't- first, I don't sweat, and second, it's much more cooler, and- and the thing is, if I want to keep my temperature in a stable condition, I- I just can't just wear more clothes on, and- but in summer, I can't pull- I can't put- I cannot put off the clothes, even if it's hot, because it's outside, so... Um, I personally prefer winter more than summer.\nExaminer: I see. Do you prefer dry or wet weather?\nCandidate: I prefer dry weather because- because the wet weather makes me sweat, and I really hate sweating outside. So, I personally prefer the dry weather, which prevents me over sweating.\nExaminer: Okay. Are you in the habit of checking the weather forecast?\nCandidate: Yes, so, the place I'm studying is not in Korea, so I always check the weather forecast before I leave my dorm or accommodation. So, that makes me prevent to be wet because of sudden rain, and that makes me prepare what to wear for the day. So, I always check the weather forecast before I leave the dorm.\nExaminer: I see. Um... Would you like to visit other countries that have different climates from where you live?\nCandidate: So, um, compared to Korea, I want to visit Iceland, because, like, you know, as you know, Iceland is much more colder than Korea, and I want to experience how colder it is compared to Korea. So, I want to go there and experience the difference of the climate between the Korean and Iceland.\nExaminer: I see. We mentioned your name earlier. Does your name have any special meaning?\nCandidate: Um, I don't think so. I- I think I asked my parents whether my name has special meaning or not. Maybe I don't remember, but I don't think there's, like, a big special meaning on my name.\nExaminer: I see. How would you choose names for your next generation?\nCandidate: Um, if I get a chance to decide my name, uh, decide the name for my next generation, probably, I think, I'll just follow one of the most favorable, um, the most, um, favorable way that most Koreans do, like, some- go to other institutions and get some, like, inquiries about the names that I can choose or give to my next generation. Or design with my, like, future wives? Wife? Wives? Sorry, wife. Wife for, um, like, what will be the best name for our next generation.\nExaminer: Ah, I see, I see. Is there a difference now between how Koreans name their children versus in the past?\nCandidate: So, what I know in the past, I think most of the parents, like, older generations, they went to other institutions or some of the other, like, external sources to get their names, like, increased or, like, the- the names that are more have a... Good meanings. But now, I think they're more inclined to choose the pure Korean name. So, like, in the past, I think many Koreans or many conservative parents tried to use some of the mix of Chinese languages. Chinese characters, I would say. But now, I think, some of the parents are trying to choose some of the pure Koreans that doesn't mix any Chinese languages. So, in the identification card, their name, next to our Korean, they have, they maybe have one, like, Chinese character for, like, the first name, the parent's name, but, sorry, last name, but the first name, Um, I- I saw some of my friends who use the pure Korean name. So, I think the difference, I would say, is whether they use, um, mix of Chinese languages or characters or not.\nExaminer: Okay. Let us move on to part two. So, I'm gonna give you a minute to just prepare. Excuse me, just wanna find the right page here. So, the question is, describe a person you regularly follow on social media. So, yeah, you may start. Okay, alright, are you ready?\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, you may start.\nCandidate: Yeah, so the person I regularly follow on social media is called Countryside Mouse. So she's an influencer related to, like, finance area. So I got- I started to knew her since I was in the army, which is the period when I got started to get interested in how to save the money and how to invest or, like, how to wisely utilize the money. So that's how I started to knew her during the army and I- I knew her from the YouTube, not from the, like, social- social media, like, Instagrams or Facebook or stuff. And she usually posts, um, about, like, short videos, such as, like, like, the important factors on saving the money or investing the money. And on the YouTube, which is, like, like, with the long-form video, She includes some of the, um, long descriptions or some of the more deep explanations on how- why she mentioned this kind of ways to invest or utilize the money. And, yeah, so these kind of ways and more deep explanations are included in the long form or long-form videos on the YouTube.\nExaminer: Okay, could you tell me a bit more about her types of videos and the advice that she gives?\nCandidate: Oh yeah, so she- so the mo- the one video I can imagine now is about the- the credit card preference. So, it was a time I was considering to make a new credit card, and I saw her YouTube channel, And that made me, um, decide what credit cards to- to use and, um, make one another one. So, that's the one video I can imagine right now. And, um, I think she's really good at, um, explaining stuff to either novice, like, beginners, and some of the experts. So, I think she's a really good influencer or a YouTuber who can explain many financials or money things.\nExaminer: Okay, good stuff. So yeah, let's- let's keep talking about this sort of topic. Do you think it's easy to make friends on social media?\nCandidate: Um, compared to old days, I think it's- it has been much more easier to make friends on social media because there are many advertisements to- advertisements of applications that makes, um, uh, friends with- within the neighbors by using the location preference from the smartphones or stuff. So, um, with using the advantages of smartphone u- u- um, utilities or some components, I think it has been much more easier to make friends from the social media.\nExaminer: I see. Do you think people will read paper, newspaper, and books in the future?\nCandidate: Um, even though there are many more, um, increase in the, um, demands of the e-books or some of the electronic readers, I think there will still remain, um, decent amount of paper books and paper newspaper because, like, I don't know, you may know, but there are a little bit difference on reading the same stuff in electronic devices and paper, like, the touches or some of these things, right? So, even though there may be some transitions on, like, demands or stuff, I think the paper things will stay in- will remain stable.\nExaminer: I see. Are non-social media like television and newspapers still useful?\nCandidate: Yes, I think they are still necessary and it is really useful because many elder- older people are more inclined to TVs and some of the traditional media. So, it's really necessary for, not only for, um, the older people, but also for the younger people to be exposed to wide variety of the contents or stuff. So, TVs and some of the old traditional- traditional media, I think they are still useful and is necessary for the future.\nExaminer: I see. Do older people spend a lot of time on social media?\nCandidate: I think so, because for me, um, when I get some of the free time, I- I frequently go into the social media app, even though I don't have any purpose or what- what I'm looking for, so... Maybe this can lead to addiction, but, um, this means that there are more demands and more, um, people who are looking for social media. So, I think more people these days with the advanced- advanced smartphones, I think people are using more social media these days.\nExaminer: That includes older people as well?\nCandidate: I don't- I won't- I don't want to say it includes all the people, but I will say most people who uses the smartphones and who are interested in, like, people doing stuff or what other people's or, like, friends are doing, like, people who are curious about that. I think for those people especially, I think they're- they will be more into social media.\nExaminer: I see. Do older people and younger people use the same kinds of social media or do they use different types?\nCandidate: Um, I think they're using the different types. I don't have, like, big evidence on what generations use what platforms more, but I would say, like, older gen- the platforms that older generations use and the younger generations use, I think they show the difference in the social media platforms.\nExaminer: I see. Then lastly, what can people do on social media?\nCandidate: Um, there are many things to do, like, basically, just post the photos or post the videos, what they have done, or what they want to show. And these days, um, there are many more, um, creative stuffs that we can post on, like, stories, like, the moments that we can show for, like, 24 hours. And, um, like, the short forms may be the another example that made a big transition on social media, right? Like, showing the contents within the minute that shows, um, not only just the big, um, deep contents, but also the, um, Like, giving the information in a short term, which is maybe crucial for busy, modern people. So, these things, I think, are the things that social media is giving to us.\nExaminer: Okay, yeah, let's call it there.",
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  "serial": 108,
  "title": "108 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, so let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: So, my full name is Yongjin Kim.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Could you spell that for me, please?\nCandidate: Y-O-N-G-J-I-N-K-I-M.\nExaminer: Mmm, yes.\nCandidate: Yeah, that's hard, very easy for foreigners, so I can go with Jaden. Jaden's\nExaminer: Jaden, okay, alright, Jaden. So, uh, could you tell me, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: So, I- I can s- I can say I'm a little bit of both. I'm working, I'm- I'm student, I'm a student, and so I'm studying, but at the same time, I'm doing some part-time job, around here and there, yeah, so I think I can say I'm a little bit of both, yeah.\nExaminer: And could you tell me about your major?\nCandidate: Oh, my major, yeah, it's about biomedical engineering. Um, as I said, but- as I said earlier in this talk, but not in the talk, but biomedical engineering is about medical devices, you know, that kind of stuff, MRIs, CTs, so we kind of study those kind of stuff, and, um, you know, we- we try to think how we can enhance those, um, you know, the scanning areas, scanning parts, The bodies, it's just all about that. That's like the main part I'm focused on, but there's also parts about genetics, you know, DNAs, that's like the other part, and my major is about medical devices, that's what I'm into.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And what do you enjoy doing in your free time?\nCandidate: So, my free time is a lot about sports, it's like always sports. In the morning, also, I went swimming in seven, so, that's what I do in the morning, and then in the evening, I go boxing. So, like, sports is a lot of thing I do in my free time. Yeah, that's it.\nExaminer: Okay, great, great. Now, let's talk about spending time by yourself. So, do you usually spend time by yourself?\nCandidate: Um, yes, I do spend time by myself. It's also because I feel like Seoul is that place where people really just- they just isolate themselves. And I feel like that's more comfortable for me, I feel like. And, um, especially, uh, what I struggle with is I have my plans in my life, but then having to do it with someone else kind of breaks that rhythm for me. Because I have, like, a very tight schedule of everyday life, and having to, um, accompany that with someone else is really difficult. Unless it's like a scheduled, you know, meeting, yeah. Scheduled meetings are always fine. Yes. Yeah. That's it, by myself.\nExaminer: Okay. And... how do you usually spend time by yourself?\nCandidate: So, as I said, it's a lot about- about sports and, um, self, like, discipline, about improving myself and trying to become a better person. Um, so, what I'm trying to do right now is like, is to, as I said, it's about, I'm going to military next year, and I'm trying to go to the special forces, and in order to do that, I have to be a lot disciplined, I have to make my body a lot more tougher, um, and, you know, a lot of push-ups and all that kind of stuff. So, I'm- I think that's how I spend all my free time these days, yes.\nExaminer: Okay. And, what did you do the last time you were by yourself?\nCandidate: Like, how far is that? Like, just now?\nExaminer: Yeah, just now.\nCandidate: Just now? As I said, I went swimming just now, and that- oh, that wasn't actually just myself. Let me think. Um... Just now, what did I do myself? Oh, okay. So, recently, I went to Japan by myself. Um, it was because I- there was a basketball tournament, it's like kind of event kind of tournament stuff, so I went there, I participated in that event, and after that, um, that was held in Osaka, by the way, so I participated that event, and I went to Tokyo, where my friend was, And I went around traveling Tokyo, you know, went to Tokyo, there's like a Daiso thing in Japan, yeah. You know, bought some stuff, bought some food, um, you know, bought some items, yeah, all kinds of stuff, yes.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Now let's talk about, let's talk about chocolate.\nCandidate: Chocolate?\nExaminer: Yeah, do you like eating chocolate?\nCandidate: Yes, I do like chocolate, but like, it's not normal chocolate, but like, it's really specific type of chocolates, it's- it's really difficult. I only like the expensive and the good ones. It's- it's rough. But like, yeah. I do not like white chocolate, however, and, um, chocolate that's too sweet is not my favorite. Probably somewhere to the dark chocolate side is a part where I, uh, prefer, yes.\nExaminer: Okay. So how often do you eat chocolate?\nCandidate: How often do I eat chocolate? Maybe once a week? Yeah, once a week. My sweets are usually, um, related to jellies or, you know, other kinds of, other kinds of, you know, candies, stuff like that. Chocolate is usually the second option for me, so.\nExaminer: Okay. And why do you think chocolate is popular around the world?\nCandidate: Hmm, why is it popular on the- I think it's really with kids often, yeah. I think kids are the main reason why. It's sweet, right, and it's good, so, um, it's like an award system where if they do something good, they buy you chocolate. I think that's like that big world culture, it's an international culture where it's like a reward system. I think that played like a big part, first of all, and then the second... Part is, I think, where adults, when they have, like, coffee, they like to have it with chocolate. I think that's what my mom does. I think that kind of does. But, like, yeah, that's one of my thoughts on chocolate, yeah. Not too sure.\nExaminer: Alright, nice one. That'll do us for part one, alright? Let's go on to part two. Ah, this question might suit you, actually. There you go, sir. Okay. So, yeah, I'll give you one minute to do some note-taking, all right? So you can begin from now. All right, mate, that's one minute. All right. So, yeah, your question today, uh, describe a popular place for sports that you have been to.\nCandidate: So, a very popular place, like, for sports, it's called Banpo, it's in Banpo. Have you ever heard of it?\nExaminer: Banpo?\nCandidate: Yeah. I used to go there a lot. Um, it's where I think that international basketball culture, for me, has begun. Um, so what- what goes there is like, it's just pick-up games between people. Usually it's like 4v4s, half-court, sometimes there's a 5v5, but that's really rare. And it's where I also find- found a, um, like a- it's like a community called Project Ball, it's where I play basketball at. It's- it's pretty big, and that's where I also went to Japan, too. And, so I went there, like, two weeks ago, and I do plan to go, um, sometime sooner, sooner, maybe, probably this week. Um, so what I do there is, I play basket- yeah, I definitely play basketball there. Um, it's usually with foreigners, it's- there's- there are Koreans there, but there are also people from, like, United States, Philippines, Chinese, You know, cause there's like a, I think there was a college next to it, like a college where there are international students in that college, so they come by, they play basketball, and it's just that environment and atmosphere, it's just really nice. It's just, you can never experience that somewhere else in Korea. Yeah, so I thought it was, it was a, Banpo, I forgot the full name, it was like Banpo something stadium.\nExaminer: Yeah.\nCandidate: Hmm.\nExaminer: Okay, so we're at about a minute and twenty there, alright, a minute and twenty, alright. Um, yeah, and what do you think are the benefits you can, uh, get from playing pickup basketball?\nCandidate: So, pickup basketball, you get to experience a lot of people, and like, Um, just that atmosphere around you, it's like, um, it's different- really different from indoor basketball, because you get to see, like, the- the weather, you know, the weather, it's really- it's really affecting the gameplay, the game plan. Um, just that different- I think it's really people that's really what's the most different about pickup basketball. You just get to meet other people, new people, especially in Banpo. It's just not Koreans, it's just really different cultures, different people, how they play basketball, it's just really different. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, nice one. Alright, we'll go on to, uh, the third part of the test now, so we'll keep it going. Okay. Alright, let's start. So, is technology helpful for people to do exercise?\nCandidate: Hmm, so, in a way, I'd say it's a yes, but, so, yeah, okay, yes, it's a yes. So, things like running machines, you know, um, like, advanced barbell machines, all that kind of stuff in the gym today, When they're actually at a point where the technology is really good, you- you can- the plans, the- the machine plans you all kinds of meals that you have to do, um, how to do the exercise, how much reps you need, how much weight you need, you know, all that kind of planning thing part, for your body, for your body shape, your weight, and for your height, that's all planned by the machine, so it's really helpful. However, if you're not that person that actually exercises but looks at the machine and is like, oh, it's cool, Then it's just gonna happen, because a lot of people, I feel like they do that.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Also, one of the things I found was very shocking, kind of not shocking, but it was kind of cool, was the stairway, you know, the infinite stairway, you know that one? It's on the gyms. I saw it a lot of times, and I feel like that's a very good invention. It's just like, it just keeps on going forever and forever. I thought it was really cool. Um, yeah, yeah, if you go to really big, big, uh, you know, gyms, not here, but like, LA Fitness, around there, they have like, all kinds of technology there, and it's just perfect.\nExaminer: Mm, okay, yes. And do you think, um, people in your country exercise more these days than they did in the past?\nCandidate: Yeah, absolutely.\nExaminer: Yeah?\nCandidate: Cause people here, in Korea especially, they care a lot about their looks, outside looks. Um, and when that comes- comes in, people like, they- a lot of people judge other people based on their looks, right? So they kind of care about how they look outside. So I think that kind of leads to where they have to exercise, they have to become a better person. Um, also when it comes to marriage, you kind of have to... You know, make yourself fit, you know, at least get the better picture, you know, on the wedding photo. Yeah, they try their best to diet and that kind of stuff. I feel like that's becoming a bigger thing in Korea.\nExaminer: Yeah, right, right. And why do some people choose not to do any exercise?\nCandidate: Hmm, I feel like... I personally do not understand, because I'm a very athletic person and a very sports guy, but I think it's just coming off from that laziness and just not having to... maybe they haven't tried sports yet and haven't have felt that excitement that the sports actually gives, so they haven't had the experience to actually Play sports. But, it's probably like laziness and unexperience. Yeah, that kind of stuff. Maybe it's a little bit hard, I don't know. But that part, kinda, you can overcome it by playing. At some point, yeah, so.\nExaminer: Yeah, alright. Um, and do you think- do children in your country like to play sports these days?\nCandidate: Yeah, I think it's a lot more, um, advanced. It's more- it's becoming a bigger part, um, more than back in the days, because sports in general is becoming a bigger market. Yeah, especially back in 90s, there was no market in Korea, no, not so ever. But like, the market was getting bigger, so people want to become an athlete as their job itself, so that is becoming an influence to kids where they play to become an athlete, and there's also athletes that influence that, those kids, where they're like, oh, you look at that athlete like Kyrie Irving, for example, Oh, I wanna play like him, and just follow him, you know, all the time, um, shout out Kobe when he's shooting something, you know, all that kind of stuff. I feel like, so, kids are playing more basketball, or sports in general these days, yeah. Especially boys.\nExaminer: Yeah, right, right. Um, and what can be done to encourage children to get involved in sports?\nCandidate: So, sport, so, yeah, okay, this is a perfect example. For boys, when you play sports, and you play, like, a match with them, you just become friends, like, immediately. Like, oh, you play ball? Yeah, I play ball. And then just, you start playing ball. Maybe, it could be a 1v1, it could be a team game whatsoever, they just become friends, like, it's that easy. And that really encourages people to play basketball, I feel like, especially boys. And even if you don't, like, Playing basketball, if you watch basketball, that creates like a, um, you know, like a, what do you call that? It makes that, um, like that spot where, okay, I forget that word, but like, yeah, you know that, you know, you watch NBA, I watch NBA, what's your favorite team? My favorite team is this and that. You know, I feel like that conversation comes back and forth, so, yeah, that kind of motivates people to play sports.\nExaminer: Okay. Perfect. That's five minutes. That's for part three. All done. Thank you very much.\nCandidate: Thank you very much.\nExaminer: All right.",
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  "serial": 109,
  "title": "109 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, hi.\nCandidate: Hello.\nExaminer: Can I please have your full name?\nCandidate: My name is Chiu Park, first name Chiu, last name Park, and... yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, good stuff. Let's get started. First question here is, how often do you send text messages?\nCandidate: How often do I send text messages? Well, text messages nowadays are, I believe, out of dates. People use KakaoTalk in South Korea. In United States, they use WhatsApp. So, text messages, I do use them for a part-time jobs interviews or- or something that is more specifically needed for the text messages. But more oftenly, I use Kakao and any third-party devices for the text messages.\nExaminer: Alright. Is sending text messages popular in your country, in Korea?\nCandidate: Well, it is. Um, especially in the young generations, people are more afraid of using phone calls. They prefer text messages or SMS, um, Kakao, Instagram, Facebook. They prefer to use those things.\nExaminer: I see. Did you send more messages when you were younger?\nCandidate: I believe so, yes. Um, back in when I was in the elementary school, I did not have, uh, smartphones. So, I used a home device, home phones to use as a text message senders. And... I did use more text messages when I was younger. As I grow up, I prefer to use phone calls over the text. So yeah, I became less use of text messages.\nExaminer: I see. Do you reply to text messages as soon as you get them?\nCandidate: It really depends on who I'm talking to. Um, for my friends, I do use- I do text them back right away, right after I get my text messages. But for the people that I feel less comfortable, I take more time to think about what I'm gonna say, how I'm gonna reply, and then it's gonna take about 30 minutes to an hour before I text them back.\nExaminer: I see. You said that it depends on who and all that.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: What about your schedule? Are you often busy?\nCandidate: Um, right now, I'm in summer vacation, so I'm less busy. When I'm in this semester, um, I- in the past semesters, I did three days of full students and four days as a part-timers. So, out of seven days a week, I did work in four days, three days studying. That leaves me with zero days of off.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. So, you did explain a bit more about why you are busy? Like, what keeps you busiest?\nCandidate: Um, the busiest, of course, is during the exam weeks. I- I pay extra times to study, do assignments, etc. Uh, for part-times, I did help my parents, um, to run a dry cleaners. So that left me with no time. Um, for the exams weeks, like I said, the previous semesters, it was a spring one. So it was the busiest moments of the entire year. That left me with the zero capacity to do my gamings, anything I do for, um, for extra times.\nExaminer: Are you busier now than you were as a child?\nCandidate: Yes. Um, when I was younger, uh, like I said, back in- when I was in the elementary schools, all I had to do was, uh, school works and one or two after-school, um, courses. But nowadays, it's really- no one's forcing me to do stuff. But as an adult, I need to force myself to do stuff, and that, I believe, is more Russian than before.\nExaminer: I see. Um, are you a patient person?\nCandidate: Um, it depends on the topics.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: I believe I am, um, pretty patient person overall. But in the gaming, when I play games, I became less- I become less patient and I try to do things in a rush. I keep things, um, very tight. And for the studying purposes, of course, uh, during the exams weeks, I am- I become less patient, as I know that there's still more time for me to study and do assignments, I still force myself to do stuff with the short amount of time.\nExaminer: Okay. I think, yeah, let's call it for part one.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Okay, so for part two, your question is going to be to describe an ambition that you haven't achieved.\nCandidate: I haven't achieved?\nExaminer: Yes.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: So, I'll give you a minute to write down your ideas, and then when you're ready, we can get to the talking part.\nCandidate: Mm-hmm.\nExaminer: So, yeah, we can start when you're ready.\nCandidate: Okay, um... My ambition that I haven't achieved, I would say my one and only ambition is to become a millionaire, to become a rich person. Um, the reason why I haven't achieved it yet is, well, I can back it up with me being young, still a full-time student, and I would say I'm still a naive person, compares to other people who are achieving their goals, who are already rich millionaires, billionaires. What I'm doing about it now, um, as- as the students should be doing, I am studying quite hard. I'm planning things in the futures, like, for me, I have plans for the next decade. I'm not sure how that's gonna work out, but as long as- I believe, as long as if I have a plan to do something, I will at least stick to it. And if that doesn't work out, I always try to make a plan be... And I try to learn. I try to learn. Nowadays, it's easier to access the knowledge that rich people has, like, throughout the Facebooks, YouTube, or even Instagrams, like Reels, like short videos. People love to talk about their achievements, and from that, I believe there is still a learning. How I feel about it now? Um, I believe it's something that I should be doing, to wanting to become rich, as much as I believe that everyone should be doing, to have some kind of a goal. And goal for economic-based countries like South Korea, becoming rich is a top primary.\nExaminer: I see. Okay, yeah, let's call it there.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Moving along to part three now.\nCandidate: Mm-hmm.\nExaminer: What do you think the traits are of ambitious people?\nCandidate: Um... Traits, traits... Well, first of all, I believe they are... I believe they are... Quite smart. I'm not talking about, like, intelligence ways, but they know what they're doing. If we're talking about the people they, uh, if we're talking about the people that actually achieves their goals, not- not like a child of a rich parents, They know what they want to do, and they know what they're doing. And they try to keep things organized. Unlike most of the people, including myself, They try to organize their schedules, their plans, and their current situations. Either it's financial or their careers. They try to keep things organized so that they know what they're doing.\nExaminer: I see. Why do some people like to be the manager of the workplace? What do you think attracts people to those positions?\nCandidate: Oh, um, I was once also the, uh, assistant manager at the part-time workplace I- I used to do about, like, a year ago. The only reason why... Not only. Uh, there- one of the reasons why people want to do a manager is I believe there is a financial reasons. Managers do get more money. And another reasons I felt more important than the money itself is that they have some kind of a control over their workplaces. It is really frustrating to be working at somewhere that you have no controls, and you are doing only things that you're told to do. Like, especially in the militaries. I did my military service in South Korea, and that was quite frustrating because I had no control over myself, over what I do. But as a manager, or even squad leaders, let's say, um, they do have some controls over yourself and over your co-workers, so that at least you feel you are not wasting your time.\nExaminer: I see. How do some people balance their work and their life?\nCandidate: Balancing work and life is, um, it is very, very important and very interesting topic, especially nowadays. People do want to make more money and they still want to balance their life with over- over work. I also believe that it is important because what's the point of having so much money when you have no wife?\nExaminer: Yeah, very fair answer there. Why do you think some people don't have dreams? Because you mentioned that you've got your goals and your ambitions. Why do some people not have them?\nCandidate: Um, sometimes people are just too frustrated over their current lives to think about their futures, to dream on their tomorrows, because their today is too much for them. I- I do believe that people are- are meant to have dreams, but sometimes it's just not their capabilities.\nExaminer: I see. Why are some people then the opposite? Why are they so ambitious?\nCandidate: Uh, um, well, some people are just born with the gifts. They have extra times that they don't have to spend on the part-times. They have extra monies to spend on their dreams. But the- the bottom line is that people with ambitions, they want A better life. They want a better themselves, they want better today. That's why they are investing in tomorrows. And I believe that's the main difference between people with ambitions and people with no ambitions.\nExaminer: I see. Last question, easy one. What ambitions do children have?\nCandidate: Children's, um... Boys will like girls. Girls will like boys. It's a love ambition. Yeah. If we're talking about the younger ones, like, uh, kindergartners, They would have- I had ambitions over toys, ambitions over friends, like at playing times, whenever my parents told me to go to bed, I always wanted extra time to play.\nExaminer: Okay. That's good. Let's wrap it up.\nCandidate: Okay.",
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  "serial": 110,
  "title": "110 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My name is Nina Wira Hadi Raksa.\nExaminer: Okay... I'm not gonna ask you to spell that, I'll just write it here. Alright. So, yeah, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: Um, I'm currently a university student, and I'm off-book at the moment.\nExaminer: Mm, okay. And could you tell me about your major?\nCandidate: Uh, it's a pharmacology major, and actually I switched from nursing to pharmacology, and I'm again in off-book period.\nExaminer: Okay. And what do you like to do in your free time?\nCandidate: I like to listen to music, um, especially R&B soul. Not a big fan of K-pop, but I would say I listen to a lot of different genres.\nExaminer: Okay. And now let's talk about plants. So, do you like to keep plants at home?\nCandidate: Not really, as I am very bad at, um, maintaining plant, like, life. Um, I'm kind of not good with taking care of them, and I do like to watch them, but it's just that I'm not very, mmm, affable with Maintaining plant life in general, so I don't really purchase them.\nExaminer: Okay. And did you grow any plants when you were a child?\nCandidate: Um, not that I remember. But I do remember that in my house there were many different types of plants, like really big ones, for example, like massive ones that my mom used to keep, but not really of my personal, um, like, favors or, like, my own.\nExaminer: Yes. And do people in your country send plants as gifts?\nCandidate: In Korea, I think they do gift, um, plants when, for example, a new business opens up and it's being staged, for example, for, like, an opening event in, um, new business industries. People do send gifts, like, the plants as gifts for celebrating the new start of their career.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Now let's talk about, uh, social media. So, Do you use social media?\nCandidate: At the moment, I am currently using Instagram, but only with the purpose of contacting my friends on direct message.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. And do your friends use social media?\nCandidate: Yes, Instagram. Um, not many of my friends use Facebook. I think it's outdated these days. Um, I do know that they have a new name called Meta, but, um, personally, I'm not really a fan of Facebook or Twitter, so I'm only using Instagram at the moment.\nExaminer: And what do people often do on social media?\nCandidate: I think they scroll down on what's called reels, the short form of video that actually does lure people into scrolling down, like, for a massive time period. It's interactive, sometimes intuitive, um, the contents are drawing in people's attention easily. Um, and I also do think they post their personal lives on what's called a feed. It's like their own kind of personal platform in the social media platform. Yes.\nExaminer: And do you think you spend too much time on social media?\nCandidate: Not really, in my view. I spend more time on going out. I'm not very extroverted, but it's just that I'm not really on social media all the time, nor I watch TV often. Maybe YouTube. Maybe the time I spend more, um, regarding media is YouTube and Instagram. But as I said before, I only use this Instagram platform for contacting and DMing Direct message with my friends. So, not really a big fan of, like, scrolling down reels or spending too much time on Instagram.\nExaminer: Okay. Perfect. That'll do us for part one. I will go on to part two of the test. Here is your question. So now, I'll give you one minute to do some note-taking. You can- you can make notes on the paper, all right? So, you can begin now. Okay, that's one minute now. Okay. So, could you describe a city that you think is very interesting?\nCandidate: To me, Tuscany in Italy is the most interesting city and the most, um, known city for nurturing and for its scenic nature. And I personally enjoyed Uh, traveling to the city, um, because it did give me this embracing feeling that I was being welcomed. And I went to this trip for a e-biking trip from school when I was in 10th grade. And... the bike trip itself in Tuscany It was relaxing enough and also the view did lure people into, um, having more sensible trip, I guess, in a way that, as I said, it was a very welcoming vibe and the ambience was Focused on nature, not so much of a youthful or busy, like, bustling city kind of a sense, but, um, food-wise and the nature-wise, I think it was a very sensible and, um, relaxing trip to me.\nExaminer: Okay. That's 1.23 for now. Okay, good. And do you think you would like to go back there again in the future?\nCandidate: Not as a biking trip, but family trip-wise, yes, I would say I would go back, because Italy itself is very fairytale-like, as in a sense that it's beautiful. So, yes.\nExaminer: Yes, okay, perfect. Okay, now let's go on to part three of the test, let's keep going. So, um, do you think the large cities in your country will become even larger in the future?\nCandidate: In South Korea, Seoul is already grand. For example, Sejong City, I do know that they were not of a big scale in terms of size in the past, but they have worked through and endeavoured into, um, expanding the city itself with the infrastructures and, um, the amount of, uh, people, like the population-wise they wanted to grow. So in terms of that, Sejong City, for example, yes. Um, and I do think they have the potential that they will grow bigger. Because they're investing in a lot with population and infrastructure. And I am not really Into, um, learning about the new cities or, um, I don't have much of the knowledge in it.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: At least I know some bits, like, for example, Sejong City.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Yes, yes. And what are some issues that cities face when the population increases?\nCandidate: The most, I mean, the biggest problem that people would face is when it's too bustling. Then, for example, on, like, in the morning, when people commute to work, um, I guess it could have people feel suffocated, for example, in the subways. That's what I felt when I was traveling here to Cottonwell today morning, um, And I know it's a massive problem in Kimpo airport line, that people do feel suffocated and some people faint on the way to work. So, if the city gets too crowded, I think that's one of the biggest problems.\nExaminer: Is there anything that governments can do to Um, ease these issues.\nCandidate: It's easy to say that, you know, we can expand the subway lines, but it's not an easy piece of cake to just plan it and then have it work. Because you have to plan a lot to have one subway line to expand. So... I am not really sure about how the government would plan through making the betterment in the subway line being, like, crowded in the morning or even after work times, when people go back, but... In terms of how the city would be, like, overcrowded, I think that's what makes the city not in a good form.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes, yes. And do you think most elderly people like living in a large city or in the countryside?\nCandidate: I think it's solely on personal preference because some elderly people, they do like to live in bustling cities. Like, for example, in my own feeling that I would really want to live, um, in a bustling city in the future when I get older. But, of course, people like my mom, for example, she likes to live in a calming, Um, like, more calm cities, like, rural areas, but I think it only depends on the personal preference because people, you know, some people like to live in urban, but also the other people like to live in rural areas.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Yes, yes, indeed. And what advantages can tourism bring to a city?\nCandidate: Um, that it has a lot of things to do in a way that Um, you can plan your trip more easily, and you can go to more of the tourist attractions that is of a famous, um, platform.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Yes, yes. And are there any downsides to tourism in a city?\nCandidate: Hmm... Well, I think it's a matter of That city's limit of providing that tourism service to people, like if they are not very busy or developed, then I think that city is not much, it doesn't have much of the tourist, um, sort of attraction to people.\nExaminer: Okay. That'll do us for part three. Okay, thank you. All done. Good test.",
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  "serial": 111,
  "title": "111 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, may I have your full name, please?\nCandidate: My name's, uh, Daniel Na. Uh, my Korean name is Na Jung-wook.\nExaminer: Okay, nice to meet you, Daniel.\nCandidate: Nice to meet you, too.\nExaminer: Yeah, let's start off talking about the internet. Uh, what would you do without the internet?\nCandidate: Wow, um, I definitely wouldn't go back to reading books or looking for stuff on encyclopedia, but, um, I honestly don't know what I would do without internet now. Because it's so, uh, emerged- emerged in my life. You know, everything from, um, looking for any information or even, uh, going to find information about restaurants, I would go on the internet. So I- I honestly can't live without internet now, yeah.\nExaminer: Makes a lot of sense to say that. Do you think you spend too much time online?\nCandidate: Uh, yes. Yes, I do. Uh, so I try to limit myself, um, by reading books, because I- I feel like, um, it's not good for my mental health, uh, in some ways, and, um, I constantly need some kind of, um, um, what do you call it, uh... Uh, distraction, just- just to, uh, just to keep my mind busy. So, I try- I try to stay away from Internet as much as possible, uh, if I- if I can, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. How do you think the Internet influences people?\nCandidate: Um, well, Well, I had one instance recently, we were talking about politics, and I had one friend, um, who has no knowledge of any politics, uh, in- and no, um, mind of his own. He just looks at internet, and then just reads it- reads off of it, and then thinking- making that his idea. And he never even, you know, fact check- checked it to see if that was real or not. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. How often do you go online?\nCandidate: Me, uh, the moment I wake up, yeah, to- to, you know, when I go to sleep, yeah.\nExaminer: When did you start using the internet?\nCandidate: Internet, I started using maybe when I was 12, 13, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Going to something completely opposite from the internet, have you ever gone fishing?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yes, I, uh, I actually want to get into fishing right now, because, uh, I- I used to go fishing when I used to travel backpacking in Southeast Asia, and then, um, I found it to be fun and enjoyable, even though when you're not catching anything, there- there's a calmness behind it.\nExaminer: Okay. And so, I guess you- you would like fishing in that case.\nCandidate: Uh-huh.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, is fishing popular in your country?\nCandidate: Fishing, uh, amongst, I think, like, older guys is- is popular. Um, um, I don't know anyone that goes deep dive fishing in Korea, but they do, uh, they have, like, an indoor fishing area where they just put, uh, fish in, like, a artificial pond.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: And then they, you know, spend time there just, like, you know, chit-chatting with people next to them, and then... Yeah, but apart from that, I don't know any young people that does fishing. Uh, I know a lot of, uh, 40, 50, 60-year-olds that- that likes to go fishing.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, let's say a catcher, do you like eating fish?\nCandidate: I love fish.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: I love fish. Uh, I know so many fish anatomy, so I know how to, uh, pick the bones really, like, professionally.\nExaminer: That's pretty cool. You also mentioned that you used to go as a child when you went fishing. Um, what did you like to do when you were a child? Like, uh, what did you like to play? What kind of activities were you into?\nCandidate: Um, I was really outdoorsy. I- I used to, uh, spend a lot of time at, uh, near the beach. And then, um, we used to do a lot of bike- bike ride, uh, bike cycling. Yeah, we used to ride bicycles a lot, uh. And skateboarding, and those, uh, all this California stuff.\nExaminer: I see. Uh, where in particular did you guys like to go in California?\nCandidate: Where? Um... Well, where we grew up is, uh, we just made everywhere our- our playground, you know, we would, you know, go to the train tracks, we would go to the beach, you know, we would go to school, um, we- we used to ride our bicycles everywhere, so we just, you know, made everywhere our playground, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, that's awesome. Uh, last question before we wrap up part one, uh, what are your best childhood memories?\nCandidate: Best childhood memories? Uh, I would say... in middle school or elementary, middle school, when I was, uh, spend- when I was spending time in the States. Um, when I- when I just got there, I just met, uh, so many people from different walks of life, and then it was, um, it wasn't so study-oriented, like- like in Korea, so I had a lot of freedom and, um, time to grow up as a person during those times.\nExaminer: Okay, excellent. Let's move on to part two. So, the question that you're getting is, describe an area or subject of science that you are interested in and would like to learn more about. Okay. So, yeah, I'm going to give you a minute to prepare and make notes, and then after that, you get your turn to talk. Okay. So, yeah, we can start when you're ready. Okay, that's one minute. Okay. So, when you're ready, we can start.\nCandidate: Okay, um, so you're asking me, uh, what, uh, field in science I'm- I'm interested in, right, these days? So, I've been looking into, uh, artificial intelligence a lot, uh, stuff like chat GPT, um, so I recently start- started graduate school, and then, um, So I didn't really study for a long time, but then I recently went back to school, so I started, you know, uh, reading more, doing more research, and then I asked- I saw my peer- we- we had so much stuff to read and so much stuff to, um, uh, research. And then my- I- I was asking my, uh, peers, I said, what are you guys using? And they all seem to use, uh, ChatGPT. So, um, So I got- so I asked around to see what kind of AI apps they're using, and then most people, they use a paid version of ChachiBT. Why- and then when I found- when I started using it, I found it really interesting that it- because it saves So much time, uh, and you can ask any questions. But then, uh, on contrast, um, I found a lot of information to be, uh, not facts sometimes. So, uh, you gotta make sure that you gotta double check to see if those, uh, information given by- given by ChatGPT are actual facts or not. Yeah. Um, another thing I use ChatGPT, I- I use another, uh, app called, Gamma, um, that one actually makes PowerPoint slides for you, so if you, uh, make a, let's say you do a 30-page, uh, essay, and then you upload it to that app, and then ask them to make it into a 40-page slide, it would, uh, generate, um, AI images or, Or, uh, find in- uh, pictures from online, and then use that, and then use my essay as a bullet point and- and- and generate 40 pages of PowerPoints for you, which saves a lot of time. But then after that, you kind of have to, uh, refine it yourself, because, you know, again, not all- it's not perfect. So you- you gotta check- double check to see if the work is correct or not.\nExaminer: Okay, cool. I think that's good enough for part two. Let's move on to the next stage, um, when we're talking about science and such, should scientists explain their research to the public?\nCandidate: Should the scientist Well, okay, okay. Um, one, they- they shouldn't lie. They shouldn't lie about what they're, um, uh, writing- I mean, they're researching about and their- their results. There's been a lot of scandals in Korea, so, uh, in- in the past where they, uh, lied about a certain research and the outcome, and then they got government funds from, You know, from the government to get funded for the projects, and then, uh, I think- I think for, like, the groundbreaking ones, uh, I think scientists should, um, you know, uh, disclose it with- with the public, just to, uh, you know, because people are interested. Let's say, uh, let's say if there- there's a cure for cancer, and people would love to hear about that, yeah. But if there's, like, a... Uh, science about, like, a new, uh, fabric for carpet, I don't think people would be interested in that, so, depending on the situation, I think if people would be interested, they would, um, want to hear about it, yeah.\nExaminer: Oh, makes sense. How do you get to know about scientific news?\nCandidate: Uh, just Google, YouTube, um, and then, if I'm interested in some subject, I'll- I'll research it myself. Apart from that, um, Um, I- I just- I just read what pops- pops up on- on the internet, mostly. Or CNN or, you know, Bloomberg, whatever, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Should people continue to study science after graduating from school?\nCandidate: Yes, uh, because, um, well, unless you want to be stuck in one place for all your life, you- you kind of have to, uh, get to know the trend, um, not just, like, fashion or food, but, you know, science and technology as well, because you don't want to let- be left behind when everybody knows, you know, more information, and the information is- is, you know, money.\nExaminer: Absolutely. What science subject do you think is most important for children to learn, like, of the STEM subjects?\nCandidate: Huh. Right now, STEM subject, uh, give me a sec. It's not an easy one. Yeah. Uh, well, okay, children in elementary school, they should learn about basic, like, biology, right, because they- they need to know how, uh, life works, you know, but then when they get to middle school, they can learn, you know, more about chemical stuff, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think it's important to study science at school?\nCandidate: Yes, of course. Uh, where else are they gonna learn it if they don't learn it from school? Yeah, I think it's very important for them to learn it, um, when they're forced to. When they're forced to. Yeah.\nExaminer: I see. Uh, why do some children, now that you mention being forced to, why do some children not like learning science at school?\nCandidate: Well, they- they're different, they're born, uh, all- everyone's born differently, you know, some people like art, some people like math, some people like science. Um, I see some- some children, uh, find science boring, but they find art fascinating. You know, I- I myself was into science, but I was not into art at all.\nExaminer: Okay, I see. Um, just adding a few extra questions here. What do you think has been the most important innovation? Scientifically, in- in recent years, like, invention-wise.\nCandidate: Invention-wise, uh... Science-wise. Okay, well, I talked about AI, AI earlier, so I think that's been a big hit in our daily lives, um, and also, um, I know someone recently is coming out with new cancer, um, drugs, so I think that's huge, and it's going to be in the market soon.\nExaminer: Okay, um, just to wrap up quickly, You said that you were more inclined towards science?\nCandidate: When I was younger, yeah.\nExaminer: Yeah, which field of science were you most interested in?\nCandidate: Uh, I was pretty much into all science, yeah. So, bio, chem, um, yeah, I was really into those. It was interesting to me. I just wanted to know how things work, why things are this way, um, and it's not everything you can- there's more than what you can see in, you know, when you really, really look deep into it. So, I was really interested in those things.\nExaminer: Okay. Yeah, I think that's enough.",
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  "serial": 112,
  "title": "112 - IELTS Speaking Mock Test: Band 6.5 Score Example (Answer Strategy & Expert Feedback)",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hi, um, can I have your full name, please?\nCandidate: My full name is Jaeyoung Kim, and actually, I always came from Russia, so my Russian name is Termitree.\nExaminer: Okay, nice to meet you.\nCandidate: Nice to meet you, too.\nExaminer: So, you said you were in Russia, obviously, you were meeting people around there, making friends and such. Do you enjoy talking to new people?\nCandidate: Yes, I like it. Because I- I like to know new people and new topics and I like thinking about new things.\nExaminer: Okay. Where can a person meet new people? Or where would you advise someone to meet new people?\nCandidate: Hmm... I think I usually meet working place or university. When I was in university, I can make new friends from other majors, and in my workplace, I can make friends who have same interest. Now, I'm not students now, I'm doing modeling. So, every time I Many new peoples, I like it. Just like I like it.\nExaminer: That's cool.\nCandidate: And, even in Subway, if there is, The person I want to talk, I just walk to them and just make conversation how you are from, like this, and follow in Instagram each other's.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: I like it.\nExaminer: That's cool. Do you meet new people more often now than in the past?\nCandidate: Yes. I'm more... Hmm, passive person now than before. In my childhood, I was a little bit, hmm, not active person. I was passive.\nExaminer: Okay. And that changed over time?\nCandidate: Yes, right.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: After graduating high school or after hitting the puberty, you know, Fever's characters are changed like this, so I was changed a little.\nExaminer: Okay. Have you made any new friends recently?\nCandidate: Recently? Of course, in modeling. I started four or five months ago in Korea and I haven't met new friends or... or just the kindness. But they're pretty nice people.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you make a lot of friends as a child?\nCandidate: In my childhood?\nExaminer: Yeah, did you make a lot of friends back then?\nCandidate: Actually, I have few friends who have made relationships in childhood, like, friends of elementary school, but I have no friends from kindergarten.\nExaminer: Okay. Let's move on to sport.\nCandidate: That's right.\nExaminer: Have you ever watched sports games in a stadium?\nCandidate: I like soccer or basketball or baseball, but... just one time.\nExaminer: Okay, where did you go to watch?\nCandidate: It was not Seoul. It was just... during the name of city, Ulsan.\nExaminer: Oh, yeah?\nCandidate: Have you ever heard of it?\nExaminer: You used to live close to Ulsan, actually.\nCandidate: Oh, really?\nExaminer: Yeah.\nCandidate: At the- I was go to watch a soccer play in stadium.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: And that was last experience in my life. It was 12 years old.\nExaminer: Oh, wow. Very long ago. Do you like to watch sports alone or with friends?\nCandidate: What's first? Actually, I don't know what's first, because I wanted to be a soccer player, but I cannot make it.\nExaminer: So... Me neither.\nCandidate: Oh, you, really?\nExaminer: That's why I'm here.\nCandidate: So, my heart's breaking, so I don't- I never watch cycle playing games.\nExaminer: Oh, okay. Kind of, like, painful memory.\nCandidate: That's right, you can understand that.\nExaminer: Yeah, absolutely. Um, okay, let's move along to part two. So, I'm gonna give you your topic. And a minute to prepare, and then afterwards, two minutes to answer the questions. So, feel free to make as many notes as you like on there. Okay, that's one minute. So, when you're ready, I'll start the timer for you.\nCandidate: My difficult decision was, as I said, Going to university or just do soccer player. It was my difficult decisions. I think my parents always were very conservative in my childhood. So, I should make the decisions in after graduating middle school before going to high school. The question was why it was difficult to make, but, actually, it- these decisions made by little bit my parents, conservative parents. So, I feel a little bit regretful, but now it's okay, because I'm doing what I want to do, like modeling or singing or trying to be an actor. So, I have regretful memories, but now I'm okay. But, if I can go back then, I can take another decision. Just, I- I think I will select what I want. Because, the experience, In university, it was quite not good. Because my major is what- not what I want to do. Just, you know, in Korea, just kid or student just studying because they- their parents say, you should have- you should have study or you can- you should study more. Like, just- they just go to university even they don't want to go.\nExaminer: I see. Okay, well done. Uh, yeah, let's- let's talk more about decisions. Um, you mentioned your parents.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Um, being very conservative and such. Do you think that young people are easily influenced when making big decisions?\nCandidate: Young people in this generation?\nExaminer: Yeah, let's let you- let's talk different ages, uh, maybe like when you're at school and as you maybe get in your 20s, do you think there's a- how are those groups influenced?\nCandidate: But I think the young generation of these are influenced- are not influenced by their parents or Society, but they're influenced by media.\nExaminer: In- in what way would you say?\nCandidate: You know, we use Instagram or TikTok or YouTube, but there are so many information, but young generation, like me or you, Can make decisions by that, before with, you know, it. You know what I mean?\nExaminer: Yeah, I- I have an idea. Um, you mentioned, like, we- we're very influenced by social media, but if you had to ask someone for advice, who would young people ask for advice nowadays?\nCandidate: Hmm... Usually... We'll talk about the problem we had with our friends, or just directly go to teacher or their parents. But, um, that's just choice. We have many choices, but... Even at the last, we should make our decisions by ourselves.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think it's necessary for kids to make decisions on their own? Like, to learn responsibility?\nCandidate: Hmm... A little bit. They should be independent. Not just by others or medias or society or even governments cannot make them change it. They should make their life by their own. They should make their decisions by their own.\nExaminer: Do you think some people can make decisions without needing advice from others, like making it all alone?\nCandidate: Some people have- are not independent, so they cannot make any choices. Even the dining meals. I don't know what to eat tonight. I don't know what to do today. They cannot make any dis- any little tiny dis- decisions. So that's a big problem of society. If there is that kind of people, so many- that kind of so many people in society, this society is gonna be sick. It's big problems, I think. But nowadays, this young generation is gonna- I think it's gonna be like that I said.\nExaminer: What kind of decisions do young people have to make normally?\nCandidate: Normally? Normally meaning, can you judge it?\nExaminer: Yeah, like, uh, if- if you had to say most young people, what kind of choices do all young people have to make, like, kind of in common with each other?\nCandidate: What kind of choices?\nExaminer: Like, let's say all 20-year-olds. What- what decisions would all 20-year-olds have to make? Or almost all, at least.\nCandidate: In generally, they should- they should make decisions they made, they made their selves, and decisions for- for them, but decisions that cannot harm- harm other peoples.\nExaminer: Like, what- what choices would they have to make? Like, for example, Would all twen- would all young people have to decide on future job or education?\nCandidate: Mmm, in life, you're talking about in life, future lives, we should think about, honestly, we should think about incomes or interestings. I think it's balance of income and interesting, even in jobs. I think, honestly, you know, money is important in job working here, right? Yeah.\nExaminer: Yeah, let's end it on that note.",
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  "title": "113 - IELTS Speaking Band 4.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, then let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, my full name is- my Korean full name is Cho- Yang-hun Cho, uh, Y-A-N-G-H-E-O-N-N-C-H-O.\nExaminer: Okay. Yeah. Perfect, perfect. And, uh, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: Um, I'm actually, I- I'm finding- finding a job- job now. I already graduated, uh, maybe- maybe- maybe four- four years ago? Yeah, I- I think, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. And could you tell me about your morning routine?\nCandidate: Morning routine? Um, but first of all, I, actually, I, I wake, wake up, I wake up a very late, late time because I, I'm doing, I'm doing some, something in, in the very, very late, late night, very, very late night, and, and I, and I usually wake, wake up at, at a, um, 10, 10, 10 o'clock, 10 o'clock after, yeah, I think, yeah. When I, when I awake, wake up, wake up in the morning, I first, I... I- I make- I make- I make a- a cup of co- coffee, coffee with a- with an espresso cup, coffee mo- coffee machine, and- and- and I start- start to start my morning with- with a cup of coffee, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. Uh, now we're gonna talk about, uh, talents, so- Talents? Yeah, so do you have a talent or something you are good at?\nCandidate: Um, when it comes to my- my- all my- all my talent and talent, I think, uh, It is- it is not- not special, not special, but I- but I have- but I have, uh, all- all my- all my commun- communication- communication skill, I think. I- I have my- my, uh, all my- all my mood, all my mood, uh, when- when- when- when something- some- someone- someone- someone to- someone is talking- talking with me, They always say- said- said to me, I- I felt- felt very- very cosy and, um, mmm, and- and I- and I like- like building with- when- when I- when they talk- talking- talking with- with me, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think anyone in your family has the same talent?\nCandidate: Same talent. Um, actually, my mom and, and dad, dad is, dad is, there is all, both, both of our, both of our have, have, uh, same talent, talent, but, but they are, but they have, have, uh, uh, two, two different, different types of a communicate, communication type, type. My- my mom is- my mom is a good listener, and my- my dad is a good advisor. Yeah, advisor, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. And, do you think your talent can be useful for your future work?\nCandidate: Yeah, I think- think so. Uh, actually- actually my- my bu- my future dream- dream is- is to be a flight attendant. Yeah. The- the main- the main- main talent- main- main- main talent to- to be- to be a, uh, blind attendant is- blind attendant is- is a communication skill- skill with- with a stranger or- or boring people from, uh, barriers of worldwide cultures.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Perfect. Now let's talk about cars. So, what type of cars do you like?\nCandidate: Actually, when it comes to- when it comes to car, I- I have no idea of- I- I have no good idea about car, but I think the best- best car to me is- is, uh, is a cozy- cozy, and- and, uh, height- height- height is- is, uh, not- not- not much high, I think.\nExaminer: And do you prefer to be a driver or a passenger?\nCandidate: Sorry, sorry?\nExaminer: Uh, do you prefer to be a driver or a passenger in the car?\nCandidate: I- I think a passenger. Actually, I- actually, I haven't- I have no car- car license- license yet, yet. I- but I'm preparing- preparing- preparing to get a car- car driving license now. I'm studying- studying about- I'm studying about car license- about a car license now. Yeah, car driving, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. All right, that'll do us for part one, mate. Let's go on to part two. So, here is your question. Yeah. So, you can do some note-taking here. So, I'll give you one minute to do your note-taking, all right? All right, mate, that's one minute now. Okay. So, you- you all good?\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Okay. So, yeah, could you describe a time when someone asked for your opinion?\nCandidate: Uh, first of all, uh, when- when someone ask- ask for the qu- ask for the qu- uh, question about- question and op- opinion, I- I think- I think I should- should- should talk, should- should talk, uh, with first, with- with, uh, with, in my opi- in my opinion, in my opinion, yeah. And- and then- and then we- and then we have to be- we have to be a good- good list- good listener. We have to- we have to listen- listen- listen any- anyone's- anyone's- anyone's opinion- opinion first. And- and then- and then- and then we have to give- give them- give them a- give them a good advice or my- or- or my op- op- opinion, I- I think. Yeah.\nExaminer: Alright, so that's about a minute for that. Okay, good. So yeah, let's go on to part three of the speaking test. Okay, so let's keep it going. So yes, what should a company do when they receive feedback about their products?\nCandidate: Hmm, you're paraphrasing, sorry.\nExaminer: Oh, yeah. Um, so, if a company receives feedback about the company's products, what should the company do with the feedback?\nCandidate: Feedback? Hmm... About our new- new pro- new product?\nExaminer: Ah, or existing products?\nCandidate: Hmm... Hmm... First- first of all, I- first of all, I- I think- I think they- I think they have- have- have to get- have to- have to know, know- know the customer will- will- will- will love- love with- will love with the upcoming- upcoming product- product. They- they have to- they have to, uh, They have to, uh, test- test to- test to com- com- test to com- cost- customer- customer first. They- they have to- they have to, uh, get- get- get, uh, get, uh, information- information about- about, uh, Um, per- per- pre- preference, um, pre- pre- pre- preference what- what- what they- what they love, what- what- what they love, and why- why they- why they- why they love- love it- is this product so- so much, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, yes, yes. And do you think, should teachers give advice to children?\nCandidate: Sorry?\nExaminer: Ah, yeah, uh, should teachers give advice to children?\nCandidate: Children?\nExaminer: Like, to their students. Not sure?\nCandidate: Give- give, uh, give, uh, advice, or?\nExaminer: Uh, yeah, yeah, so, um, teachers, uh, do- do you think teachers should give advice to their students?\nCandidate: Of course, I think, of course, I think, I think, the student, um, the student is, is the, the student is the, uh, role, the, the main role, main role is, is running, running, running some, something, something about, about, about, uh, About all- all of- all of- all of- all of, um, things- things of- things of- things in the world- worldwide- worldwide, I think, they- they- they should- should- should listen- listen what- what teacher- what teacher saying- saying, and what- what is my fault, what is my fault. And then- and then teacher also- also- also give- give them a good- good- good advice- advice too, yeah.\nExaminer: Of course. And, uh, why do people like to express their opinion on the internet?\nCandidate: Um, I- I think- I think it is- I think- I think the main- main reason- main reason- main reason first- first is the, uh, convenience- convenience- convenience, more convenient than- than- than talking- talking with- talking on- on a- on a real- real life, I think.\nExaminer: Yeah, yeah. And do you think people usually listen to advice on the internet?\nCandidate: My opinion?\nExaminer: Uh, like, do people usually listen to advice?\nCandidate: I think- I think it's a case- case by case by case. Uh, when they- when they- when they don't- don't just under- understand- understand the- the other- the other's opinion, they- they usually- usually- usually get- get- get very angry. They don't listen any- anyone- anyone's- anyone's- anyone's opinion. I- I think- I think- The main- main problem- problem- problem is- is right- right there, I think, yeah. They- they have to- they have to listen- listen each other and, yeah, and respect- respect each other, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, yes. Okay, that'll do us. All done. Thank you.",
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  "title": "114 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My name is Jae Ho Kim.\nExaminer: Jae Ho Kim. Could you spell that for me, please?\nCandidate: Uh, it's J-A-E-H-Y-O Kim, K-I-M. And I have an English name that's Matthew.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And, uh, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm currently working as an English instructor.\nExaminer: Hmm, good. And do you like your job?\nCandidate: Yes, I do like my job so much because, uh, I can use English. Uh, I have lots of study abroad experience and I really enjoyed, uh, learning English since I was young. And I can use my, um, English ability, and I enjoy meeting new people. Uh, also, um, I just enjoy using English itself. And plus, I also, uh, enjoy speaking and writing English. So, I'm currently enjoying my job.\nExaminer: Great. And, what are your hobbies?\nCandidate: Uh, I really like sports. I like both playing and doing, I mean, playing and watching sports, especially I like soccer. Uh, I'm a big fan of watching Premier League, um, and also I'm a big fan of, South Korean player, Son Heung-min. I support, um, Tottenham because he is playing for Tottenham. I guess, uh, and I also like listening to music. So I guess my favorite hobbies are, um, soccer and, I guess, music.\nExaminer: And what were your favorite hobbies when you were a child?\nCandidate: Uh, when I was a child, um, I'm not sure if you're aware of this, uh, there's a, like, it is called as, like, brain sport, it's called baduk. Uh, it was my favorite hobby because, uh, I was actually, uh, pretty good at it, uh, since I was young, and... I got recommendation from my parents and baduk teachers that, why don't you try to become a professional player, because I had talent in it. So, um, when I was very young, like, in the elementary school, uh, I have an experience of preparing for becoming a professional player.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And are there any hobbies you would like to take up in the future?\nCandidate: Uh, in the future, um, actually, I'm not sure, but, uh, I would like to try, uh, new sports, maybe, in the future. Um, I have never tried baseball, actually, um, ironically, um, I graduated high school in Canada, and, uh, I had many chances to experience and play many sports, but for some reasons, I've- I almost never had a chance to play baseball. So, in the future, if I have a chance, I'd like to try to play baseball.\nExaminer: Yes. Uh, now let's talk about numbers. So, what's your favorite number?\nCandidate: Uh, my favorite number is seven. Uh, it's because, uh, nothing special, uh, I don't have a special reason, but it just, uh, means luck, represents luck in Korea, number seven, yes. And sometimes, uh, you know, I was in a soccer club, uh, in high school, and then my back number jersey, uh, was seven, actually. So, that's another reason why I like number seven, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. And are you good at remembering numbers?\nCandidate: Um, actually, I'm not really sure about it because I've never really tried to remember specific numbers, but I'm pretty confident with, uh, my memory skills, uh, since I was young. Uh, I- I think I had pretty good memory skills, and especially, uh, in my opinion, for studying English, uh, memory skill is very important because you have to memorize many words to be- to improve your English skill, right? So, uh, I think maybe I'm pretty good at remembering numbers as well. Yes.\nExaminer: And are you good at math?\nCandidate: Math? I was not bad at math, but it was not my favorite subject, actually. I really liked to study languages, like foreign languages, like English, Japanese, and so on. I have lots of experiences of studying foreign languages, and I'm able to speak English Japanese and a little bit of Chinese, uh, so, but I was not a big fan of studying math, but I was not really bad at it. I would say I was so-so, you know.\nExaminer: Okay. Perfect, that'll do us for part one. Okay. Now we'll go on to part two of the test. Get your questions. There's your question, mate. Alright, so you get a pencil. You can do some note-taking there for one minute. Alright. Okay, mate, that's one minute now. Okay. Okay. So, yeah. Uh, could you describe a person who you regularly follow on social media?\nCandidate: I follow, uh, Heung-Min Son, who is a famous Korean footballer on social media. As he, uh, as I said before, he's a football player, professional football player. He's not only famous in Korea, he's... Pretty famous worldwide. He plays for such a popular team, Tottenham Hotspur, the most popular league, Premier League. Yes, uh, of course, um, well, he's very famous. And, uh, actually, uh, I've liked him for a long time, actually. Um, since he, uh, played for Hamburg, uh, in Germany. He used to play for Bundesliga. Uh, he started his career there. Um, well, uh, he usually- I think he usually, uh, post his moments of playing football in his league. Uh, like, not only his league, uh, Champions League, or FA Cup, or other, uh, um, competitions, as well as national, um, um, teams games. So, um... I follow him on social media because, of course, I like him as a footballer, I like his play, and I like his attitude, but not only that, I also like him as a person. I like his character, he- when I listen to his interview, he's very humble, and he's always dedicated to the team. So I love his attitude, and I'm really happy to see his, uh, moments and, uh, postings on social media. And I hope to be, uh, a fan of him for a long time.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. So that's, uh, a minute and a half. Alright. Nice one. Son. So, do you think Son is the most popular athlete in your country?\nCandidate: Yes, absolutely. Yeah, for now, yes. Uh, for soccer, you know, football is probably the most, uh, popular sport in Korea, and, um, uh, currently Seungmin Son is the superstar in Korea. I think not only in Korea, but in UK as well, almost, yeah.\nExaminer: Yes, yes. Nice one. Okay, so now let's go on to part three of the test. So, uh, do you think it's easy to make friends on social media?\nCandidate: Um, actually, I don't think so, uh, because social media is an online platform. Uh, in my opinion, uh, without offline meeting, I think it's real- extremely difficult to become friends. So, of course, you can easily chat with new people and probably you can, uh, approach others very easily because, uh, you can, uh, Basically, send a message directly through the, um, function, but I don't think it's easy because, uh, in order to become friends, you need to meet. You need to have an offline meeting, so I think it's really difficult to make friends, uh, through or by social media.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. And... Why is it necessary to meet people face-to-face to become friends?\nCandidate: Uh, because, without meeting face-to-face, uh, uh, I think I would feel very awkward, uh, just chatting online, yes. I don't feel like, uh, I'm talking to my friends, I'm just, uh, because, uh, if I just talk to the person, like, online, um, I think it's kind of meaningless to me. Uh, I don't feel like I'm talking to the person. I could just talk to AI or something, right? So, uh, I don't feel like he or she is a real friend.\nExaminer: Right, yes. And do you think people spend too much time on social media these days?\nCandidate: Uh, I definitely think so. I think many people are already addicted to using, uh, social media, especially Instagram, I think. It's because there are many, many, uh, addictive and stimulative postings on social media, especially Instagram, and I think it's a big problem because, uh, once they're addicted, they can lose too much time, right? They could do other productive things besides watching, uh, Instagram, right? So, I think... Uh, it's really important to, uh, set your limitation, uh, for using Instagram or other social media tools, uh, in order to have a more productive life. Yes.\nExaminer: Nice one. And do you think in the future, people will still read newspapers and paper books?\nCandidate: Uh, no, I don't think so. Uh, I- I think everything will be turned into e-books, yes. So, I think even nowadays, not many people are reading books or journals, like, that are made in papers. Uh, people are more exposed to the electronic stuff, and I think in the future, uh, probably every paper stuff will, uh, go away. That's my expectation.\nExaminer: Mm, yes, yes. And why do some people still prefer to use paper books?\nCandidate: I think for them, uh, I think they are just not good at using electronic, uh, things. Like, uh, uh, some people are still, uh, not really aware of functions, how to use certain functions, and if they feel uncomfortable about it, I think they could just prefer to, uh, read papers instead of, uh, Looking things, uh, at, uh, through the monitor, or using electric stuff.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Yes, yes. And do you think older people and younger people use the same kind of, uh, social media applications?\nCandidate: Um, I think so, yeah. Uh, they, uh, probably they're diff- Actually, uh, I belong to the young generation, so I'm not really aware of what older people use, but, uh, in my opinion, I think... Uh, younger people, um, uh, I think most younger people, they, uh, use, uh, Instagram, yeah, or they watch YouTube. I think, uh, as far as I know, older people, they still watch YouTube, but, I don't think they're, uh, they are a big fan of, uh, Instagram users. Of course, I think, uh, I've heard that they, many of them have accounts, but I think they're not so familiar with, uh, using Instagram, some functions, and, uh, of course, it's not really difficult, but I think they're, they still feel awkward. I heard that they, uh, they just, they just follow certain, Um, maybe pages or people that they like that's about it. Unlike the young people who are super active with using it.\nExaminer: Yes, yes. And do you think older people and younger people can share certain hobbies?\nCandidate: Uh, absolutely, yes, uh, because nowadays, unlike before, many young people are, uh, enjoying, like, ordinary hobbies, such as running or hiking. Uh, actually, in the past, uh, many old people, uh, would enjoy hiking or running, but even nowadays, actually, nowadays, uh, 20s and 30s also enjoy going for a run or hiking, so I think, Running and hiking are great examples of, uh, hobbies that, uh, old- old and young people can enjoy together.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Perfect. That'll do us for the test. Okay. Thank you. Thank you.",
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  "serial": 115,
  "title": "115 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, can I have your full name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, sure. My name is Danielle. Uh, Chun, if you're asking.\nExaminer: I was asking for my last name.\nCandidate: I go by Danielle.\nExaminer: Okay, nice to meet you, Danielle. Um, yeah, let's start off, uh, with meeting new friends and meeting new people. Um, do you meet people more often now, or did you meet more people in the past?\nCandidate: Well, I would have to say I definitely, I think I was more sociable in the past because, like, uh, back in my college days, college days to be exact, because I didn't have much, you know, like, I wasn't tied down to a job or, like, work or, like, whatever. So, yeah, back then, I think I was definitely more able to go out and meet new people. But, uh, nowadays, I mean, Uh, obviously, since I have a job, and, uh, yeah, that doesn't- sometimes my job doesn't enable me to enable much free time or whatever, whatsoever, so, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you enjoy talking to new people?\nCandidate: I- I do, as a matter of fact, I do, even though I'm an introvert, like, I'm an introvert through and through, but still, yeah, I pretty- I really enjoy meeting people from all work, all- from all different, you know, like, all works of life, you know, like, works of life, uh, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, uh, where can one meet new people?\nCandidate: That's a good question, uh... Well, there's an app that I use. It's kind of like a meetup app kind of thing. So, it, uh, it suggests- it suggests certain, uh, app, uh, like, meetup things based on your interests and, you know. So, for example, I used to... Do this volunteering thing, so we would meet up as a group, and we would, like, like, whip up some snacks for, like, kids in the, like, home, kids in a- kids who live in a home, like a... So, yeah. So, I- I think I use- these days, I use, like, those kind of abs, because I think it's getting harder for me to meet people organically, like, yeah, like, so, yeah.\nExaminer: And do you- yo, um, it's also asking, do you like meeting new people?\nCandidate: Oh, sorry. Oh, I- I guess I, uh, okay. Meeting new pe- yes, I do. Mm-hmm.\nExaminer: Okay. Uh, what do you often talk about with your new friends?\nCandidate: Oh, okay. Uh, well, I would diff- well, I guess I would break the ice by asking them about their backgrounds, like their hometown, for example, or their interests. Uh, I think, yeah, I think I would start off with those kind of type of questions and topics, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Have you made any new friends recently?\nCandidate: Oh, as a matter of fact, I have. Uh, using that app that I told you about earlier, yeah. I actually met her at the- that volunteering thing that I told you earlier, so, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Moving on to the next topic, uh, talking about mobile phones. How has the mobile phone changed your life?\nCandidate: Uh, I mean, in a- I mean, in a better way, I would have to say so, I- I guess, but, I mean, because definitely it has made my life easier, because it's so convenient, you know, but also, I feel like sometimes I could do without my phone, because sometimes it just takes up too much of my time, because it's so addictive, you know, by its nature, it's like, so addictive, so, yeah, I've, yeah, I think that it's like both sides, you know.\nExaminer: Okay. Would you buy a new mobile phone in the future?\nCandidate: I mean, unless I decide to go off the grid, I will have to have a phone, right? But, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. What was your first mobile phone?\nCandidate: Uh, it was a Samsung phone. Uh, to be honest, I don't really recall the exact design or model, but yeah, it was a Samsung phone.\nExaminer: That's fine. And what do you use your phone most often for? Like, for texting, for calling?\nCandidate: Uh, messaging my friends or family or whatever on Kakao.\nExaminer: Okay, cool. So, let's get going with part two. So, there's your question. Describe a difficult decision that you made. Which had a good result. Um, I'll give you a minute to take notes and to prepare, and then after that, it's your turn to speak. So yeah, when you're ready, you can start taking notes. Okay, that's one minute. Okay, so whenever you're ready, we can start.\nCandidate: Well, I would have to say that this- that a difficult decision I have- one of the difficult decisions that I've made that- that turned out to have a positive or good result, uh, was moving out from home and living alone. Uh, well, I had a lot of, uh, trepidations and concerns about it at first, because I've never lived- because I always have lived with my family. And, uh, so, uh, yeah, it kind of- it kind of produce- it kind of definitely gave me some anxieties at first. Uh, but, uh, it turned- but I can safely say that it was the best- best decision that I've ever made. And it ha- because, uh, Yeah, I- it just gave me an opportunity to really mature as an adult. Yeah, like, I- I have also, uh, ha- found- I also exp- had- was able to experience this, uh, newfound independence, and, uh, and along the way, I was also able to pick up a lot of new skills, like practical skills, you know, like, uh, homemaking, uh, like cooking, uh, you know, uh, yeah, so... All in all, I think it was... I mean, it was a difficult decision to make, for sh- uh, for sure, because it was like, go- venture- going into the unknown territory. It's like, yeah, I- I actually never imagined living alone. Because, like, in Korea- because, you know, in Korea, it's so common for even, like, as a, you know, um, even as an adult, like, it's- it's kind of common living with your parents still, like, until you get married, you know? So, yeah, so I- but... now I can... look back on my decision and just, like, yeah, have a short, like, know that it was a really good decision.\nExaminer: Okay, fantastic. Um, talking about making difficult decisions and such, do you think advertisements influence consumers' decisions a lot?\nCandidate: Definitely, I would say so, because, um, you know, those- all those marketing and, like, tactics, you know, they really tap into your consumer psychology, like, because I actually- because back in college, I was kind of interested in marketing and, you know, like, PR, whatever, that's what you call it. They definitely- and, you know, those marketers and those, like, advertisement, you know, people, They definitely know how to, you know, get into your head. Like, they actually study a lot of psychology. So, a lot of the decisions they make is based on, you know, human psychology or whatever. And, uh, yeah, and also since those advertisements ads, they are so repetitive. They, you know, on the TV, for example, if you turn on the TV, you'll see the same ad coming on and then, yeah, it just gets... It kind of gets stuck in your head, like, the really good ones, you know? And, uh, yeah. Definitely, yeah.\nExaminer: Um, switching it up a bit, who do young people like to ask for advice when making big decisions?\nCandidate: Hmm... Young people, can you define young people? How young?\nExaminer: Let's say, for the sake of this question, people in their early 20s.\nCandidate: Early 20s, okay.\nExaminer: Maybe like fresh out of high school, fresh out of university.\nCandidate: Well, at that age, I think, I think, though, people at that age are still, like, under a lot of peer pressure, so I feel like, rather than going to parent, rather than going up to, rather than parents or whatever people, like, a mentor, I feel like that people at that age might turn more to their fellow, like, you know, like, their friends or whatever for advice, you know, hm.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think it's necessary for kids to make as many decisions by themselves as they can? Like, let's say, high school, high school age? Maybe earlier, even?\nCandidate: Yes, I think it would be better. I think it should be encouraged them to make their own decisions as much as they can, because, uh, yeah, I mean, because Uh, when- I think you need to just- you need- you try to- you just try to, uh, help them build the- build their thinking muscles, like muscles, like, because, um, yeah, it is crucial for one to be able to, you know, make own judgments, because unless you- you get to depend on others, you know, even as- even as they get older, you know, so I think it's better to start early, too, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think some people can make decisions without asking for advice from others?\nCandidate: I- I've seen a few, uh, people, yeah, they- they go by their own rhythm, like, um, yeah, I mean, if you're confident enough, if you believe in yourself, and if you're confident enough in your own judgement, then, yeah, I def- yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think young people are easily influenced by others when they make decisions? Uh, why or why not?\nCandidate: Uh, yeah, young people, I feel like they can be swayed, like, you know, persuaded easily, pretty much, uh, because, I mean, to be- to begin with, they don't have much life experience yet. They don't have any- yeah, I'm not- yeah, they don't have much life experience yet, and, uh, And they're- they're still pretty, you know, naïve. So, I think, I can- I can definitely see it, see, like, some- that some of them, you know, will be, like, pers- would be easily persuaded or swayed out of your way, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, just to wrap up, what kind of decisions do young people have to make?\nCandidate: Uh... Well, I would say they would have to make, I- I can imagine them having to make decisions about their future careers or, like, field of studies that, you know, they want to pursue, like, you know, some, like, in terms of academics, academics, they would have to choose a field of study that they want to pursue or study in college or, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, excellent.",
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  "serial": 116,
  "title": "116 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My name is Jeongrae Noh.\nExaminer: Jeongrae Noh. Could you spell that for me, please?\nCandidate: J-U-N-G-R-A-I-N-O-H.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. And Jeongrae, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: Working.\nExaminer: Working. Mm-hmm. Could you tell me about your job?\nCandidate: I do accounting and tax for a foreign company in Korea.\nExaminer: And do you like your job?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, it's my specialty, and I'm glad I can be, uh, good use to, uh, society.\nExaminer: And is there anything you dislike about your job?\nCandidate: Uh, sometimes there's a lot of pressure, uh, and stress, but, uh, I think it's part of having a job. Yeah.\nExaminer: Absolutely. Okay, now let's talk about, uh, advertisements. So, do you like advertisements?\nCandidate: Uh, advertisements that I see on TV, or...\nExaminer: Any form. Oh.\nCandidate: I didn't have much opinion about it. Do I like advertisements? I think they're not bad. I think they're not bad. From what perspective, I ask, as from I don't really have an opinion about advertisements. They're a good- they're a necessary part of the company that wants to sell products or service. And for customers to choose what they want to buy, I think it's useful in that- from that perspective.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes. Do you see a lot of advertising on trains or other transport?\nCandidate: Yes, uh, yes. Um, they're always there.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: I don't pay much attention to it, but, um, to people that need those products or service, uh, I think, uh, it may be interesting.\nExaminer: Sure. Okay, now let's talk about, uh, borrowing and lending. So, have you ever borrowed books from others?\nCandidate: From the library? Uh, yes, I have from the library. Uh, uh, yes. Um, can you ask me- ask me a question about it? Then I can answer.\nExaminer: Sure, sure. Um, this is about borrowing, so... Uh, how do you feel when people don't return things they borrowed from you?\nCandidate: Oh, well, I would feel frustrated. Uh, wonder- wonder why. I would ask, uh, if they're- they have plans to return it. Uh, um, or maybe if it's not something that important, maybe I would just ignore it.\nExaminer: Okay. Okay, now let's talk about colors. So, what's your favorite color?\nCandidate: Color, uh, I- I like white, uh, because it's, uh, simple and, uh, it's very, uh, basic. So, I like white.\nExaminer: And are there any colors that you dislike?\nCandidate: Um, not really, hmm, no. Um, no, I don't dislike any color.\nExaminer: Okay. Okay, that'll do us for part one. Okay. Let's go on to part two. This is the part two question.\nCandidate: I don't know if I'm doing this right or if it's...\nExaminer: It's all right, man, it's okay. Doing your best.\nCandidate: I don't want to be, uh, how do you say, um...\nExaminer: Okay, now, that's one minute. Okay. So, could you describe an invention that is useful in your daily life?\nCandidate: Uh, I thought of a car vehicle. Uh, it can take people to far places, uh, in a convenient way, rather than walking or using a, uh, Or running, or using other means. Uh, it's very, uh, convenient, uh, to take multiple people to, uh, desired place. Uh, it's used by a lot of people. And, uh, it's easy to use once you know how to drive a car. Um, it is useful because, um, you can, uh, go- go places relatively easy rather than by walking or running.\nExaminer: Okay, so that's just about a minute, right? Okay, and do you think driving to work is popular in your country?\nCandidate: Yes, uh, people that use- that don't use public transportation, uh, a lot of people use a car to go to work.\nExaminer: Why do you think they choose to drive rather than take public transport?\nCandidate: Uh, because it's more convenient, and maybe it might be faster, or it might go places where public transportation don't go to. Um, uh, and it's more private, um, and, uh, it's more convenient.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay, perfect. So now we'll go on to part three of the test, so we'll keep going. Okay. Okay, so, do you think governments should provide financial support to inventors?\nCandidate: Uh... Yes. I think so. I- yeah, I think that's a good idea. Yeah. Uh, inventors need financial stability to really execute their ideas. If they're unable to, uh, make a living or take care of themselves, they're not- they won't be able to focus on, uh, Yes.\nExaminer: Yes, absolutely. And do you think do all inventions bring benefits to the world?\nCandidate: Not all. Not all, no, but, uh, I think there- definitely there should be a good environment to try, um, and so there's- I believe there's regulations, um, to, uh, prevent, uh, maybe harmful effects of, uh, new inventions, but, uh, Um, so, no, not all inventions are beneficial, I don't think. But, uh, but, uh, still, there should be efforts to, uh, develop, uh, new inventions.\nExaminer: And what do you think are some of the most important inventions in recent years?\nCandidate: In recent years? Uh, the internet, uh, smartphone, uh, uh, maybe chat GPT?\nExaminer: Uh, uh, mm-hmm.\nCandidate: They definitely, uh, make our lives easier and, uh, people have more access to, uh, uh, inform themselves, uh, rather than, um, um, being informed about, uh, what the, what the world wants, uh, people to be informed about. So, I think, uh, those inventions are very, Uh, uh, we're good in ways, uh, uh, to help people, uh, think for themselves and decide for themselves. And, uh, I think, um, the information invention is, uh, very, uh, healthy for the society.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes, and is there any negative effect stemming from the use of smartphones or the internet?\nCandidate: Oh, yes. Yes, I think so. Uh, so much information, too much, uh, uh, I guess bad information, too, so, and, uh, very- very addictive and very, uh, stimulative information, so it's very useful, but I think it should be used, uh, in a controlled way. So I think self-discipline is important.\nExaminer: And do you think parents should limit the time that their children use their smartphones for?\nCandidate: Uh, I think so. I think so. Uh, not to sound controlling, but, uh, children, uh, don't have much self-control, so I think it's, uh, uh, from a parent's perspective, it- they need to really, uh, kind of guide, uh, children about, uh, what sources they, uh, contact, um, What sources they access, um, yeah, um, hmm.\nExaminer: Yeah, absolutely. And what qualities do you think inventors need to have?\nCandidate: Oh, uh, I think they first need to have good intentions, um, and, of course, I think they should be creative, uh, be open to new information, uh, I think those are very important qualities. And I think even though they are intelligent, if they have bad intentions, then I think they're better off not inventing. So, I think having the right purpose is the basic foundation of a good invention.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. That'll do us for the test. Okay. Okay. Thank you. Thank you.",
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  "serial": 117,
  "title": "117 - IELTS Speaking Band 6.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Can I please have your full name?\nCandidate: Oh, my name is Su-yeon-na.\nExaminer: Okay, nice to meet you, Su-yeon.\nCandidate: Nice to meet you, too.\nExaminer: Uh, let's talk a bit about the news. Um, do you often talk with your friends about the news?\nCandidate: Uh, not really. Hmm, because I think I don't like watch news, because I think, uh, there is a lot of bad news in Korea, so, so that's why I don't want to watch.\nExaminer: Okay. Have you read the news this morning?\nCandidate: No.\nExaminer: Okay. Okay, and how do your friends get the news?\nCandidate: Uh, I think from phone, from the phone, yeah. And, because we don't, uh, my friends don't usually have TV, because they live alone, so we just watch news on the phone.\nExaminer: Okay. How would you find the news if you wanted to look for something?\nCandidate: Oh, YouTube. On YouTube. Yeah.\nExaminer: And then, you mentioned that you're not very interested in news? Okay, like, uh, is there specific things that make you not interested in it?\nCandidate: Because, every day, uh, YouTube algorithm, yeah, they show me really bad news every day. So, uh, that's, uh, yeah, that's why I don't want to find.\nExaminer: I see. Um, let's talk about languages. Um, how are languages taught in your school or when you were back in school?\nCandidate: How?\nExaminer: Yeah, like, how did they teach you a second language back in school?\nCandidate: Um, only grammar from my teacher.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: I think I never learned about, like, talking with a foreign teacher. I never learned about that. I just read- I just read and- I just read and, um, learned grammar, something.\nExaminer: Okay. How would- how would you learn a foreign language? Like, what's- what's your opinion about that? Like, how do you learn a foreign language?\nCandidate: Uh... I think we need more opportunities to talk with foreign teachers. Yes, because Korean students can't speak English at all, I think. Like, they can understand everything, but they don't like to speak. So, I think we should learn from foreign teacher more.\nExaminer: Okay. What languages would you like to learn in the future?\nCandidate: Oh, I love to learn English, so, yes, my plan is to go to live in another country, because I love English, so, and I want to learn Spanish, too.\nExaminer: That sounds good. What languages can you speak?\nCandidate: Only English and Korean.\nExaminer: Okay, that's not bad. Bilingual is good enough. Uh, what kind of difficulties would you have when learning a new language?\nCandidate: Um, uh, vocabulary is the most difficult thing for me, because I have to memorize everything, because if I don't know that meaning, like, I can't understand anything at all, so that's, uh, language is the most important thing, I think.\nExaminer: Okay. Let's talk about happy things. Let's change our topic up a bit. Um, when do you feel happy at work, and why?\nCandidate: At work?\nExaminer: Or when you're studying, let's say work or university.\nCandidate: Ah, at work, uh, I teach my student in academy, so that's my happiest moment at university.\nExaminer: Yeah, sorry, I just thought in case you're not working, if you're at university. Okay, so it's when you're teaching your students?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Okay, that's a very nice answer. I can relate. Um, what do you think will make you happy in the future?\nCandidate: Hmm, maybe living in another country?\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Any countries that you have in mind?\nCandidate: Oh, USA. I love USA.\nExaminer: Sounds cool. What's made you happy lately?\nCandidate: Lately? Um... Uh, my hobby is soccer.\nExaminer: Oh, okay.\nCandidate: That makes me happy, because I love to play it.\nExaminer: Okay, that's very cool. Uh, yeah, let's go on to part two. I'm gonna give you your topic. You've got one minute to prepare and make some notes. I guess since you like soccer, this topic might be easy for you. Describe something you do to keep fit and healthy. Okay, so you can start with your notes. Okay, that's your- that's your minute. Uh, we can start anytime you're ready.\nCandidate: Uh, something I- to do to keep fit and healthy is soccer, because I play soccer every Sunday with my friends, and, uh, I think to keep fit and healthy is important The reason is, uh, the research shows that we will be able to live in almost 100 years old. So, that's why we have to keep healthy, and I think people have to make their hobbies to keep healthy. Uh, I think I can- I made it with my friends. I- I play soccer with my friends. I made my own team, uh, because my friends love to play, but they don't- they didn't have any place to play soccer, so that's why I made it, and, uh, we all love to play soccer because whenever we play, uh, we don't have to think anything about that make, um, us, You know, uh, how can I say, um, they, we don't have to think about that, like, about bad thing that we, that made us really sad or something. So, we all chose soccer, oh, yeah, uh, because of these reasons.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Oh, really hard.\nExaminer: No, you- you made a very good recovery there, so... Moving on, um, should schools provide physical education to students? Like, why should they do it and how could they do it?\nCandidate: Mmm, the school has to, uh, because when I was young, when I was in middle school or high school, our teacher made us, like, run and, you know, like, play everything, but nowadays, I le- I heard about that from my student, and they- they just do, like, juggling something. And then, I think, that's not, uh, good for their health, I think. So, that, uh, because of health, we have to move our body really hard. So, uh, school- that's why sch- school has to, uh, teach, like, really hard physical educa- physical something.\nExaminer: Okay. Could we use technology to keep fit? Could we use technology to keep fit?\nCandidate: Um, technology? No, I- I don't think so, I don't need it.\nExaminer: Okay, could it help us?\nCandidate: No...\nExaminer: Okay, like, by technology, I'm meaning, like, smartwatches or something like that, could that help?\nCandidate: I just use it whenever I play soccer, but it doesn't help me. Yeah, I just see, like, oh, I ran a lot, something like that, but that doesn't help me.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, do you think it's good for governments to use celebrities or famous people to build health awareness?\nCandidate: Ah... Um, yes, because a lot of people love celebrities, so, like, if someone likes an- a celebrity a lot, like, uh, if the person, like, plays something, hmm, and they could play, you know, like, they play it like her or him, so, it's good.\nExaminer: Okay. Who would you listen to? For health advice?\nCandidate: Oh, actually, I do like celebrities, so I just love my, uh, friend, because she's a trainer, physical trainer, so I learn from her a lot.\nExaminer: How could parents help to keep their kids healthy?\nCandidate: Uh, they should exercise first for their kids. And then, because- because my parents love to exercise, so I've learned from them since I was really young.\nExaminer: Okay. What do people normally do to keep fit in Korea?\nCandidate: Um, they just exercise, but, I think the bad thing is they don't eat a lot, you know, like, but I think we have to eat a lot and then we should exercise, but they don't eat and, you know, just exercise a lot to be, like, really skinny. That's a bad thing, but, um, exercising is good.\nExaminer: Okay. Is there, like, a specific type of health focus in Korea? Like, uh, is jumping popular or sports? Which one do you think is most popular here?\nCandidate: Oh... Sports?\nExaminer: Playing sports?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, how do children and old people keep fit and healthy? Like, what's the difference, you would- you would say?\nCandidate: Oh, kids, uh, kids have to do exercise like running or jumping rope, something like that, because- because of their growth. But, uh, old people, uh, should make their muscles because of their, uh, good health. Because my grandparents, Uh, whenever they got older, they couldn't walk, and they- they're- they were likely to, you know, fall down, because they don't have muscles on the legs. So, that's why we- they have to make more muscles.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think the fitness culture is still popular with the older generation?\nCandidate: Hmm, no.\nExaminer: Okay, yeah, let's call it.",
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  "serial": 118,
  "title": "118 - IELTS Speaking Band 4.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, can I please have your full name?\nCandidate: Yeah, my name is, uh, O-Chun Tech, and, uh, Russian name is Vladimir.\nExaminer: Okay, nice. I- I wanna call you Vladimir.\nCandidate: Yeah, thank you.\nExaminer: Okay, um, yeah, let's get started. Do you often talk with your friends about the news?\nCandidate: Um, yes, nowadays, uh, I heard to, I, uh, made heard news because, uh, now I'm, now I'm running to Russia, and Russia now have a problems with Ukraine. So, every day I reading to, uh, to television, TV, to news, and then internet.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Every day.\nExaminer: How do you read the news, or how do you read the news in general? Where do you get it from?\nCandidate: Hmm, uh, can you- can you explain our other- other words, please, a little more easily?\nExaminer: So, when you want to read about something, like in the news, how do you find the news?\nCandidate: I'm just, uh, open the application, uh, for example, Google or a neighbor, uh, they're, they're, uh, had Ryan, had Ryan have, uh, raised a cry or just, uh, Trump, what he has said, um, nowadays, uh, what happening in the world, so... You can- you can see that, uh, not only to a neighbor, Google or Yandex also, uh, very many have applications.\nExaminer: Okay. How do your friends get the news?\nCandidate: Mmm, ordinary, yeah, um, often- often I go to a new place. For example, uh, now I'm living to- my hometown is Seoul, but now I'm living to uni- because of university in Busan, so close to- close to have a university, national- national Busan University. There have many foreigners in cafe or around the- around the markets or places. So I try to- I try to hold to- yes, I- if- if they speaking in Russian or from the USSR, so I try to first time- first going to them and then try to speak, uh, in Russian. And English also. English, um, friends, friends or people also, from USA or UK.\nExaminer: Okay, so the question was actually asking, how do your friends get the news?\nCandidate: I get the news?\nExaminer: Yeah, like, how do they, you said you use the phone, an application, to get the news?\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: How do they find the news, or how do they access it?\nCandidate: Hmm... Uh, this is a hard question. Maybe- maybe they have got the news from the Telegram, um, because sometimes they are- they are sending to message to me for, uh, watch- Vladimir watch to this news, and then I saw it, and we are sending to message to Telegram.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Messenger.\nExaminer: Did you read the news this morning?\nCandidate: Uh, today not, but yesterday, yesterday or later, or night. Yeah, already.\nExaminer: In general, would you say you're interested in news and, like, keeping up to date?\nCandidate: Mmm, for me- for me it's, uh, interest. Because, uh, I have- I have interest to world, um, situation or what happening, and today. And then, um, because I want to- I will be live to in Russia. I want, I hope. So, I need, uh, now is very important problem with Ukraine or with, uh, um...\nExaminer: Okay. Let's, uh, quickly ask something about languages, uh, cause you mentioned about Russian. Like, how did you learn a new language?\nCandidate: In my case, Russians, when I was younger, I played computer games. Maybe you know that Counter-Strike.\nExaminer: Oh, yes.\nCandidate: They have a server in East Japan, and matching it, I met many people, Chinese and Russian. They have 19% of- 19% Chinese or Russians. What they say, not following to English. For example, if a Korean, five people playing the games, uh, speak to English, uh, for example, for example, have, uh, from the, Um, España or, or other country try- try to English. But, uh, Russian and Chinese, uh, not try to that. Just, uh, mother language say to not communication each other people. So, before, when I younger, I like this mind, Russian and Chinese mind. So, I choose the Russians.\nExaminer: Okay, excellent. Um, okay, let's move on to part two. I'm gonna give you a minute to prepare for that question, and then after, I'll let you speak. So, when you're ready, you can start making your notes. Okay, that's one minute. So, whenever you're ready, you can start.\nCandidate: Okay, um, the first, now I'm Maybe now I'm understanding these questions, um, someone to- someone to- about that, positive, give to positive, or advice, right? Uh, I think... I think I want to give the advice and confidence, uh, some other people, uh, for a new track. Just like that. Now, now I'm interview this, just like this, in English, but it's not- I'm not native speaker in English. So, if many people have watched this video and try to something- something new project or some goals, I- I wanna- I hope- I hope, um, they'll help to- to for me, to this chance or this video for Steve. And then, my friend- my friend's now teaching to English and Russian. Um, he have a- he have a skill better than me. Um, someone- someone teach or give to information. So, I saw that he have a specialist- specialist skills or, um, Yeah, he have a- he have a well teach someone, but I- I don't have this skill. So, um, I can- even- even I can speak to Russian, but no, uh, already- already you know that know and teaching is another different. So, um... Just- just many- I- I hope- I hope say too many tried it, and, uh, experience, uh, in the life- in- in our life is very important, I think. I thought.\nExaminer: Cool stuff. Let's move along. Um, do you think people care about others' comments about them?\nCandidate: Uh, comment, uh...\nExaminer: Yeah, like, uh, for example, if you do something, the opinion of other people about what you do, do you think that is important for people? Do they care about those things?\nCandidate: Yes, I think it's very important because, um, because, um, for example, one video have- you watch it in YouTube or- or internet, and if you think- if you think something and, uh, recommend it to commentary, Maybe, maybe video, or you can change, or you can give to your idea to, to him or she, she, right, to her, yeah. Maybe, and then they are maybe reading and, and decided, decided to, uh, another way or... I- I do change the, um, styles. Or, some people- some people, this problem, uh, because- because this problem to choose the suicide. So, I think it's a very important, also, very, very important, uh, Problems or, um, social- social problem now- nowadays. I- I so, just I hope this is very important to blogger or influencer. Yeah. Right.\nExaminer: What do you think is more important for adults in the workplace? Um, positive feedback or negative feedback?\nCandidate: I think, uh, I think negative feedback, uh, better than- better than positive feedback. Because, uh, people always, uh, I- I think, in my opinion, people always, uh, um, Long remember in the brain, uh, neg- negative memories, or- or is not good ex- explain, um, memories. So, uh, if I- if I show to somewhere in the video just like this, uh, and I- I will be checked to my commander, and I- I will read to, uh, negative, uh, commander, and... I will change the- what- what I need to fix, what I need, um, behavior- behavior change, so I will about think that.\nExaminer: Okay. Why is negative feedback so important?\nCandidate: Um, because... Always, uh, pe- have, uh, people have another- another idea. You have- you have idea, and I have, uh, also idea, but it's, uh, maybe different. So, uh, or- or haters. Haters have, or anywhere have, uh, so... I- I- I think some, hmm, if- if I more to grow up from, um, if I work to influencer or in the, um, somewhere show in video or TikTok and Instagram, so I- I think I need them.\nExaminer: Do you think parents should always encourage their children?\nCandidate: Uh, sorry?\nExaminer: Do you think parents should always encourage their children?\nCandidate: Courage?\nExaminer: Encourage. Like, uh, motivate them.\nCandidate: Um, yes, my parents or...\nExaminer: Like, in general, do you think all parents should encourage and motivate their children, like, all the time?\nCandidate: Um, yes, uh, yes, I think, in- in my case, uh, my parents are so Yep, so, but this is question hard for me.\nExaminer: Yeah, sorry. Take your time.\nCandidate: Yep.\nExaminer: Hmm... Yeah, parents, uh... Like, do you think it is good that they always encourage their children?\nCandidate: It's not always a good, but, I believe, I wanna- I wanna believe, uh, parents, parents, uh, always, uh, for- for the children or child, a good, uh, way to, or, advice.\nExaminer: Okay, yeah. Let's call it. Yeah.",
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  "title": "119 - IELTS Speaking Band 5.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, could I please have your full name?\nCandidate: Yes, my name is Kyu Won Kim, and I prefer to be called Won. Yeah.\nExaminer: Nice to meet you, Won.\nCandidate: Yeah, nice to meet you, too.\nExaminer: Uh, yeah, let's start off with, uh, the topic of hobbies. Do you have any hobbies?\nCandidate: Uh, usually, I listen to K-pop and pop musics, and... so... When I have spare time, I usually go to concert to listen live musics of my biased idols.\nExaminer: Okay. Any favourite groups?\nCandidate: Uh, Seventeen is my favorite group, which is the, uh, one of the most famous idol in Korea, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, I see. Do you share any of your hobbies with family members?\nCandidate: Yes, my younger sister loves the same idol with me, so she hang out with me. Usually, yeah, and that's really beneficial for me.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, do you have any hobbies that you do now that you used to do when you were a child?\nCandidate: I used to draw something, but when I was young, I was punished. By not drawing well, so, yeah, I think that was the traumatic experience for me, and, yeah, nowadays I...\nExaminer: So that put you off of drawing?\nCandidate: Yeah, I think so.\nExaminer: You shouldn't, you should still be trying it, if you enjoy doing it. Tell me, um, Swimming. That's also a hobby to some people. Um, do you like swimming?\nCandidate: Yes, when I was young, I learned swimming in the swimming pool year-round, and... That's the reason I love summer.\nExaminer: Okay. Tell me, is there a difference for you between swimming in a swimming pool and swimming in the ocean?\nCandidate: Yes. The most difference between swimming pool and the beach is the water, I think so. The ocean water is really salty for the swimmers, so they can't go further to... whether they want to swim deeper or not.\nExaminer: Okay. And tell me, where do people in Korea like to go swimming? Where do they prefer?\nCandidate: Uh, in my opinion, I think they prefer go swimming pool. Because, since most people live in Seoul, I think, for them, the distance to go ocean is, uh, quite burdensome for them, yeah, and that's the reason, I guess.\nExaminer: Okay, and maybe this is a little long ago for you to remember, but you talked about swimming lessons.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: When you were younger. Was it difficult for you to learn how to swim?\nCandidate: Hmm, yeah, uh, I think, It was difficult to sustain my posture in the water because that is different experience for me compared to the usual\nExaminer: Circumstance, yeah. Okay. Um, that's cool for- that's enough for part one.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Um, let's do part two. As you know, you're going to have one minute to prepare and make notes, and then I'll time you for two minutes when you are speaking. So, you can just make your notes wherever you can find space there. Okay, that's one minute. Um, when you're ready, we can start speaking.\nCandidate: Yes. Uh, I would say Jaeseok Yoo in Korea, who is really famous for his own career. He is an entertainer and most popular MC, and he He works actively in both YouTube channel and TV program, and he was, um, A person who perform a gag in front of the audience and make others laugh, but nowadays he is more kind of... MC who lead others talk much on the program, and... He is really humble, even if he is, he has a top career on his field. But at the same time, he is really fun person. And when I was 12 years old, I was his big fan, so I feel really positive. When I remind of the past memory.\nExaminer: Okay, that's excellent. Very important to always stay humble. Yeah, let's move on to the part three questions. Our first one there is, do you think popular children will grow up to be popular adults?\nCandidate: It is more likely to be popular, but it depends on their future career paths. For example, when they choose to be a movie star, I think they can be more popular, but... When they choose the path to be more general, I think they can be forgot among the audience.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. Do you think there's any disadvantages if a child is popular at school?\nCandidate: Yes, definitely. I think they can gain some... interest, interest among the friends, even they don't want to be They don't want to gain much interest about, for example, their families, or some more private space.\nExaminer: That people are maybe too interested in them.\nCandidate: Yes, too interested.\nExaminer: Okay, I see. What would the benefits be if you are popular at school?\nCandidate: I think they can... take more advantage when they wanted to be a school president. And I guess their homeroom teacher can take more time to take care of them.\nExaminer: Okay. Let's say you go out of school. Let's talk about the workplace. Do you think it's more popular to be in a good relationship with your co-workers, or do you think it's better to be good at your job? Which one do you think is more important?\nCandidate: I think it depends on the job, but most of all, I think The real- good relationship with the co-worker is the most effective way in Korea, I guess, for their top-down structure company, especially.\nExaminer: Could you give me maybe an example of that? Of why it's important in the Korean culture?\nCandidate: Yes... I guess... Many people take care of their reputation, Especially to superior, so... I think they believe the good reputation make their... they can take the next step to reach more higher... Status in company, I guess.\nExaminer: Okay. Yeah, I think that's- that's enough for part three.\nCandidate: Yeah, thank you.",
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  "title": "120 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, so let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My full name is Yongjun Kim.\nExaminer: Okay. And, Yongjun, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm a student right now, and, uh, I'm actually, uh, planning to go to, uh, school, start a new semester in March as a senior.\nExaminer: Okay. And now let's talk about your home. So do you live in a house or an apartment?\nCandidate: I live in an apartment. And, uh, I live in an apartment with my family members. So, my sister and my parents, so, and me, so four of us. And I think it's, uh, a good place to live.\nExaminer: And what is your favorite room in your apartment?\nCandidate: My favorite room is, uh, it's kind of obvious, but it's my room, because that's the room that I feel the most comfortable. And it's near, uh, the bathroom, so it's very convenient to get there. And it's cozy.\nExaminer: Would you like to change anything about your apartment?\nCandidate: Um, my apartment, uh, has a gym for the residents who live in the same- the apartment. And the gym is a little bit too far, so maybe if the gym was close enough from my apartment, then it would've been- it would've been convenient. Uh, and also, uh, recycling, about recycling. Uh, I can't do it, uh, when I want to. It's only, uh, the day that I can recycle is fixed, Monday, Tuesday. So, if they make it a little bit longer, then, I think that will be also, uh, convenient.\nExaminer: Great.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Uh, now let's talk about street markets. So, are there many street markets in your country?\nCandidate: Of course, I think there are many street markets. Um, nowadays, compared to, um, like 10 years ago, 20 years ago, it has- the number of street markets has been reduced. But still, I think there are many compared to other countries like US or England. Especially in Chonglu, you can find at least, I think, three or four big, small street markets, and I think still they are popular enough.\nExaminer: And what do people usually buy, uh, at street markets?\nCandidate: I think usually it's groceries or food, like street foods as well. So, uh, people, some people have, um, This norm, which is, uh, they sell, uh, more fresh groceries or food than, uh, normal supermarkets. So, people tend to go there. And also, you- you can find many street food, delicious street food, that you can't find in other stores. So, I think, yeah, that's the reason why people visit there and buy things, yeah.\nExaminer: Great. And so, do you prefer to go shopping in a shopping mall or at a street market?\nCandidate: I would prefer to go shopping to shopping mall because, um, I don't really buy groceries, um, I only buy groceries online, like, using apps. So, when I go shopping, it's usually clothes or, uh, stationery items. So, because they have, you know, more options to buy in a shopping mall than street markets, so I would choose to go to, uh, shopping mall, yeah.\nExaminer: Great. Now, let's talk about sports. So, do you like watching sports on TV?\nCandidate: I do love watching sports, uh, especially football, uh, soccer in American. So, I actually do love playing football, uh, as well. So, I have a team that I support, uh, in English Premier League, which is Man City. The team's name is Man City, and I love this team, and also other teams as well, where Korean players play. So, yeah, I do watch highlights every day, every time, when I, yeah, when there's a game that I'm interested in.\nExaminer: And have you ever watched a sports game in a stadium?\nCandidate: Yes, I have some experience watching it, uh, watching football in a stadium. When I lived in London, I watched, uh, Arsenal game, Arsenal versus Liverpool. That was, the stadium's name was Emirates, and also in Wembley Stadium, I watched, uh, Republic of Korea versus Ghana, which was Olympic games. That was also football. And Korea, in Korea, I've watched two or three games, K League games.\nExaminer: Mm.\nCandidate: Mm, so, yeah, I do have experience. I really enjoyed it, yeah.\nExaminer: Nice one, man, nice one. Man City fan. I'm a Liverpool fan.\nCandidate: Liverpool? Yeah. Liverpool is also a good team. They're gonna win this season.\nExaminer: Oh, you're very polite, yeah? So, there's your question. So, I'll give you one minute to do some note-taking. So, you can use pencil there, man. You can do note-taking on the paper, alright? Okay, mate, that's a minute, alright? So, could you describe a difficult decision that you made and had a good result?\nCandidate: Okay. So, I had lots of thoughts and concern, uh, before taking the test called OPIC test, which is, uh, similar to this IELTS, uh, speaking test. It's, uh, English speaking test, so English proficiency, speaking proficiency. And, um, I did lots of things to get a good result. So I went to, uh, academy, which teaches OPIC test. But I thought it was a bit, um, difficult. To, uh, study, uh, so I- I had this feeling that I- I needed to study more than the academy, um, teaches. So, I decided to, uh, make a study group with friends, uh, with some people, uh, who also, uh, prepare for this test. And we revised each other, so, to make a better answer, and it helped a lot. And also, uh, I started to record my answer by my phone, and I heard... And I heard the speech that was recorded, and I revised the speech, uh, over and over, and so I practiced like that, and took a test, and I managed to get a highest level of the test. So, it was quite difficult decision to find solutions to, uh, get myself on certain level. on this, uh, on English proficiency to get a good result on this test, and...\nExaminer: Okay, that's two minutes now, mate, exactly. Okay, perfect. Okay, nice one. So yeah, let's go on to part three of the test now.\nCandidate: Yep.\nExaminer: Okay, so do you think, uh, advertisements influence consumers' decisions?\nCandidate: Yes, I think so, because the product needs to be exposed, first of all, to, uh, To intrigue, uh, people's, uh, curiosity, or, it can- so, therefore, you can make- the companies can make customers to think about this product. And, um, yeah, I don't- I don't think, uh, I don't think there's no more, uh, efficient way than, uh, advertising product.\nExaminer: Yes. And, um, apart from advertisements, what else influences, uh, consumers when they're looking to buy a product?\nCandidate: Apart from advertisements, hmm, apart from advertisements, I think, uh, advertisement, um, I- maybe promotion? Which is, um, I think this is, um, sort of advertisement, but, like, if we speak about advertisement, it's usually, uh, showed by TV or, like, online banners. I think promotion is a little bit diff- different, so where, like, celebrities, famous, like, public figures, They, um, advertise, promote this item, actually, like, using and showing the reviews, um, of the item. Uh, yeah, I was- so I would say promotion, yeah.\nExaminer: Yeah, yes. And, uh, why do some people like to ask for advice when making decisions?\nCandidate: Awesome. Uh, because I think, if you think of the concept of brainstorming, you can, uh, find the answer easily from the question, uh, for the question. So, I think more and more opinions and options, the people here and people here, then they have, uh, they have more chances to, uh, decide on something. So, So, uh, you're- you're more creative when you, uh, gather, uh, people's opinions than, uh, thinking alone. So, yeah, again, so that's why, uh, people brainstorm to get the best solution. So I think that's why.\nExaminer: Yes. And why do some people dislike asking other people for their opinion when making a decision?\nCandidate: Uh, maybe it's because, uh, maybe it's because they actually decided, like, actually in their mind, they have decided for an option, but if they don't want to hear anything than that, then they will avoid to, uh, talking to people. To get some help, because he or she already decided, like, what to buy or what to do. So that can be one reason, or maybe he or she is a bit snobbish, so I don't need anyone to help me. I- I only think the best way. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, yes. And what kind of decisions do young people have to make?\nCandidate: Young people, um, what kind of decisions young people should make? Um, I think young people should make decisions on, on future, I think, so what jobs they should, um, do or, um, A person to, uh, what person should I be friends with? Sort of things like that. Especially, I think, career-wise, uh, you need to decide things a lot because after high school, you need to choose your major if you- if you're going to university because most of the students go to University in Korea, so, a major, it's, it affects a lot on, uh, the career that you choose, or the field that you want to work on. Yes. So, yeah, what to prepare to get a certain job, and what major to choose, what to study, I think those are the decisions that are most important for, uh, young people to make.\nExaminer: Okay. Perfect. That will do us for the test. Thank you for your time.",
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  "transcription": "Examiner: Can I please have your full name?\nCandidate: Hello, my name is Choi Min Seo, but my English name is Katie.\nExaminer: Okay, nice to meet you, Katie. Okay, let's start on a positive note, happy things. Do you think people are happy when they buy new things?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm not really sure I 100% agree with that because some people actually buy things because, uh, they want other things in their life to be fulfilled. For instance, uh, I tend to want to buy something when I feel lonely, but when I meet my friends, uh, I don't really feel like I want to buy that thing. So, I think, uh, if they really enjoy the general shopping experience, they could- they could enjoy shopping, but if they want something else, but they just can't have it, they could just shop for that.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you feel happy when you're buying new things personally?\nCandidate: Oh, I actually do feel happy because, well, for me, I always use things for a really long time. For instance, I have a shirt that I wore when I was in, uh, about middle school or elementary school, so I use things a really long time, so I don't get, uh, many opportunities to buy new things. So if I do get to buy new things, I'm really happy.\nExaminer: Okay. When do you feel happy at work or in your studies?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm currently a university student, and I currently work also part-time, so, uh, I'll briefly tell you both. So, when I study, uh, my major is English language and literature, so I feel very happy when I Study with foreign, uh, professors and get to talk what I feel or get some group projects about, you know, speaking English and certain parts. There's, uh, there's a class called Business Conversation at my- at my school and I really enjoyed that. And for my study, I love studying English and I love studying English by listening, uh, short documentaries on YouTube.\nExaminer: Ah, excellent. What do you think will make you feel happy in the future?\nCandidate: I think, uh, getting to know myself better would make me really happy in the future. Because right now, I'm in my twenties, and when you're in your twenties, you say that it's the time when you wander the most, you know, in Korea. So, now I'm still getting to know myself and I know that I work hard for my English skills, but the other things that I'm not sure about myself makes me anxious. So, it would be really nice and happy and assuring to know what I am good or bad at some things.\nExaminer: Okay. What made you happy when you were little?\nCandidate: Oh, when I was little, I loved watching fish, so... so, when I could go to the aquarium in Seoul with my parents, it made me really happy, and even at, you know, the place where you could get some sushi, there's... Some fishes there that you could see outside and I really liked looking at them too. So, my parents told me, oh, Katie, you always looked at the fish for like an hour or so because you were so into it. So, I felt really happy. I actually still feel really happy when I look at them.\nExaminer: Okay, last thing. What made you feel happy recently?\nCandidate: Recently, oh, I made a reservation with my friend that lives in Seoul. She actually, uh, works near here, so after this conversation, I'm going to meet her and actually have lunch with her, and I made a reservation to meet her next week to go to, uh, a Seoul Illustration Fair. So, it's basically like an art convention. So, I feel really happy about that, to meet my friend.\nExaminer: Okay, awesome stuff. Yeah, let's move on to part two. So, I'm gonna ask you to please describe something you did in your work or your studies that made you feel confident. Okay. Yeah, are you ready? Okay. You may start.\nCandidate: Uh, so, you said, describe something that I did in my study or work that made me feel confident, right? So, I'm go- so, since my major is English, I'll talk about what made me feel confident when I was studying English. So, when I was in middle school, I wanted to go to the major that I am studying now, so English was my major that I wanted to go since when I was a little. So, I started studying English on my own at home. So, it happened mostly in my room, and I would watch a lot of, uh, just a lot of English YouTube videos. Like, if I would watch a game- a gaming channel, I would watch an English, uh, speaking person playing the game. Or if I would watch a short documentary about something I would like, I would watch it in English. And I also watched some TED Talks, which is also on YouTube, which is free. And I recorded myself, uh, speaking to myself in the mirror. Because, well, I didn't have any foreign friends. Uh, I still don't, but I wish I had. And I also... Uh, just talk to myself in English, and I also read some English books out loud. So that's how I studied. And it made me feel confident because, well, the first few years, I felt I was just going around and around. I didn't know what I was doing or what I was doing well, or was this even working? Because normally, if you study English, you go to an academy or- or hire a foreigner. But I studied English at home by myself and I didn't have anyone to talk to, so I recorded myself and just listened to it. So, at first, I wasn't really confident about it, but when, uh, a few years passed, I could see myself more and more...\nExaminer: It's okay, we can stop.\nCandidate: ...confident.\nExaminer: Okay. Okay. Excellent so far. Actually, we actually went far over the two minutes. Your story is very interesting. So, in the real exam, they would have cut you off at two minutes, but that's not a negative thing. So, don't worry about it. Um, we're talking about confidence, what makes people feel confident. Why do you think so many people lack confidence nowadays?\nCandidate: I think the- I think, uh, since I'm Korean, I'll speak in terms of a person living in Korea. I think people are really pushing the limits of younger generations because the older generations really worked hard to make Korea this really, uh, rich and famous country. So, they think that, oh, since we made this country, we built this country like this, uh, the younger generation should work just as hard as we did. But the circumstances changed and there's more requirements to do to get a job or get a house, so, My generation, for example, feels they really lack skill even though they study really hard to get a home or a job. So I think it's a generational problem.\nExaminer: Do you think that children of confident parents also become confident adults?\nCandidate: Um, I'm actually a little... debative about that question, because, uh, at one part, I do think parents being confident about themselves can affect children in a good way, but also, uh, my parents are very confident, but personally, I think they're too confident in a way that affects other people. Uh, for instance, they could be a little too rude, So, I try to be a little more polite. So, sometimes I feel like I lack confidence because my parents are too confident. So, I think there's two parts of that answer to that question.\nExaminer: Okay. What could teachers do to make studying more interesting and to boost their students' confidence?\nCandidate: Uh, I think, uh, since Korea is having less and less kids, and, you know, schools are getting more and more smaller students at one classes, I think teachers should focus on more of the students, uh, students... liking? Like, how- what they like, how they feel when they're studying, or what they're confident at. So, maybe one-on-one teaching could be a good idea, or maybe something like, uh, getting to know the student more instead of making them studying. So I think, uh, uh, self-knowing is very important to making the student confident. Because as I said earlier, uh, I would feel confident if I would know myself better.\nExaminer: Okay. How can a person become more confident in general?\nCandidate: In general, I think, hmm, studying and doing a lot of things, uh, getting over your boundaries could really help, because, uh, I said I'm doing my part job, part-time job, so I teach adults how to speak English at, uh, Saturday, and at first, I wasn't really, uh, confident about that. I was really, uh, Scared and, you know, anxious. And so I had really a lot of debates of whether I should do this or maybe I should just stay at home. But as I started doing it, I knew that, oh, I can teach how to speak English really good to people. So I felt really confident about myself. So getting out of your confidence zone, your boundaries, I think it's important to try new stuff.\nExaminer: What has worked the best for you to make your students feel more confident?\nCandidate: Oh, I give- try to give them a lot of motivation, and, uh, as this test does, I actually make some questions that they can answer and send them to it prior the class, so they can prepare their answers. And if they can't speak it in English, I could speak it for them. And- and I try to find, uh, every- every student's, uh, strong point.\nExaminer: Okay. I'm gonna stop it here. Um, I've heard everything I needed to.",
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  "serial": 122,
  "title": "122 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My name is, uh, Yujun Kim. Uh, actually, my Korean name and English name is the same thing. I don't have a separate English name, so...\nExaminer: Okay. And are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: Currently, I am a student. I am a student of Hongik University in- located in Mapo District. However, I'm in leave of absence right now because, um, I'm study- I finished studying for the United States Certified Public Accountant exam. I've passed all four exams and currently I'm not doing anything, but I'm returning to my university in September.\nExaminer: Great. And what are some of your hobbies?\nCandidate: Uh, I am a huge, huge, huge golfer. I recently started learning golf in 2022. It's been a little less than three years, so I am an amateur. I'm not really good at it, but, um, still, uh, as I learned golf, I've- I've realized that it is not only that, uh, not only does it require to have a physical strength, but also you need to have the mental ability to concentrate for more than four hours, so... Uh, that kind of thing really made me go into golf and I'm loving golf right now.\nExaminer: Okay, nice. Um, now let's talk about memory. So, are you good at memorizing things?\nCandidate: I would say that I am because, um, most- I think no matter what kind of subject you study, no matter what major you do, I think memorizing is a part of a- a- a- a large factor in order to get a very good score on a certain exam or passing the exam. I've told you that I, uh, have finished my studies for the United States Certified Public Accountant exam. Uh, you need to be able to memorize a- a wide range of concepts in order to finish the test because, as you know, accountants can do a lot of work, so they need to study a lot, so it's not an easy test, so I think I am a pretty good memorizer.\nExaminer: Great. And have you ever forgotten something important?\nCandidate: Yeah, I- I forget things all the time, for example, today, this, uh, this meeting with you and me, uh, I've almost forgot until this morning, but I just suddenly, uh, figured that I have to go to this place until 10 a.m., so, yeah, I forget things all the time, but still, I- eventually, I do everything that I have to do.\nExaminer: Great. And how do you remember important things?\nCandidate: If it's super, super important, then, obviously, I can't forget it, because, let's say that I'm meeting with my family someday, then I would obviously know that I have to go to some place at some time, so. But, if it's important, but I could forget, and, in order to prevent, That kind of thing, then I would, uh, write it down on my calendar or write it down on my cell phone or my laptop and put an alarm so that, you know, let's say that it takes about an hour to get that- get to that place. So, an hour before, I put an alarm, ring it, if- if it- if it rings, then I leave, so.\nExaminer: Yes. Okay, good man. Let's talk about now, um, praise. So, how do you feel when you are praised?\nCandidate: I, there's a saying in Korea that, uh, if you praise, a whale can dance. A whale could even dance if someone pra- praises you, so, um, I love getting praised. I love, uh, people who acknowledge my ability or acknowledge my good personality or something like that, so, I would say that I am always open to praising. I'm really open to praising other people, so it's like a, uh, communication, so it goes back and forth.\nExaminer: Hmm. Absolutely. And when was the last time you praised someone?\nCandidate: Um, one of my friends, uh, is experiencing a very difficult time because of family issues, and, uh, at- I knew that person for a very long time, over five years. In that course of time, I've never thought that this person would be a mature person. I thought that she was, uh, uh, very, how should I, immature, very childish, had a very childish behavior. But, um, I realized that, uh, when hardships came, she really was able to cope that difficulty and, uh, solve that problem by herself. So I really praised her a lot. I never knew that I, I told her that I never knew that you could be that mature and, uh, going forward no matter what, so.\nExaminer: Great. And do you think parents should often praise their children?\nCandidate: Absolutely. Um, some parents are very strict, and they are not really willing to praise their children that much, but, um, I've seen some of my friends who had those kind of parents. They did- the parents always tried to push them forward, push them more, to- to- to have the drive to become better, but they never praised him, so... Uh, he eventually became a little bit ha- keep trying to- keep trying to have distance with his parents, which isn't really a good thing, right? So, um, I think parents ha- praising their children is not only for their self-esteem, but, um, improving the relationship of the family itself. I think it's a really good thing to praise children.\nExaminer: Okay. Perfect. That'll do for part one. Now, let's jump on to the second part. That's over here. Okay, this is your question. I'll just give you a pencil there as well, sir. So yeah, I'll give you one minute to do some note-taking. All right, so you can begin now. All right mate, now that's one minute. Okay, so yeah, let me give you your question. So your part two question is, describe a skill that you think you can teach other people.\nCandidate: Okay, a skill that I think I could be able to teach other people is actually English. I am a former English instructor in another private academy located in Gangnam District. I taught a lot of students in the course of, uh, two and a half, three years. Uh, I learned English when I was- I've started learning English when- since when I was, uh, three, four years old, so I've been studying English for 20 plus years. Uh, so, I- I would say that I'm pretty good at English. I know a lot of, uh, uh, grammar concepts that, uh, students have to learn, students need to know. And, uh, in terms of speaking also, I've lived in, uh, a country called Indonesia. I've- I've attended British International School Jakarta. I know, uh, since then, I started speaking a lot, so I'm- I'm pretty good at speaking also. So, uh, how should I teach students? I think, basically, a lecture would be a basic way to do, the most effective way, easiest way, but also, um, just free talking, communicating, just like you and me. So, uh, I- I really think that the more you talk and the more you listen, the more you write, that's, like, the- the basis of every, uh, language skill. If you want to be good at it, you need to keep doing it. And, um, English is essential in today's society, not only for, uh, you know, exams or business, but also if you're traveling to a certain country, most people in that country will be able to speak some form of English. So, you- you will be able to communicate with a lot of different people in a lot of different countries if you learn English. So, in- in that kind of way, um, you need to learn English. Uh, my parents once said to me, if you want to have a good life, you need to be able to- to do English in some sort of way, either in writing or listening or speaking. If you can do all of them, it will be the best, but not all, um, not for all, so...\nExaminer: Okay, perfect, that's two minutes now. Nice one! So, when you were a kid, did you enjoy learning English?\nCandidate: Uh, the first three to four months, it wasn't easy, because when I went to British International School, Jakarta, my peers were already good at- pretty decent at speaking English, but I could not speak a single word, so I was a slow learner at that time, but, um, eventually I realized that I was a fast learner, so, um, I catched up everything that they did, so, uh, At first it wasn't easy, but now it's- it's- it's a natural thing to me, almost like my mother tongue.\nExaminer: Hmm, nice one. Okay, so now we'll go on to the third part of the test. Okay, let's keep it going. Okay, so, uh, what do you think are the differences between online and face-to-face learning?\nCandidate: Online learning and face-to-face learning. Uh, I've told you that I've- I was a former instructor in another private academy located in some other loc- some other place. Um, I've experienced- I've taught in both ways, meeting a student from face-to-face and also through platforms like Zoom. I would say, uh, in- in- The more effective way to teach, the more effective way to learn, I would say it's, uh, meeting from face-to-face, because Zoom, I can't check whether this student is concentrating in my cl- in- in the class or not, so, I just, uh, deliver information in a one-way, In a single way, from me to the student, but I can't really get much, uh, feedback of whether he or she is understanding what I'm saying and whether they're, uh, catching up. So, I think, uh, meeting face-to-face is more effective than, uh, online classes.\nExaminer: And are there any advantages of online classes?\nCandidate: Yes, because, uh, once I've taught a student who was living in Canada, how would I be able to teach someone who is really far away if I don't have, uh, like, uh, Zoom or WebEx? So, uh, in that point of view, you can transcend the geographic limitations and you'll be able to communicate with anyone anywhere on the planet. So, in that point of view, it's- it's a good thing.\nExaminer: Absolutely. And do you think teachers should be funny when they teach?\nCandidate: Um, that's a pretty tricky question because I am funny, but at the same time, I'm pretty strict when I- when I taught the students because, um, some students, they think that they're just ha- here- they're just here to have fun, but actually they're here to learn. They need to be able to learn something from me. Then I would- then I would obviously have to be, uh, professional in- in- in- during the class. So, if it's- If they're young, like elementary school, first grade, second grade, I would be more friendly and funny. But if they're like high school students, then I would be, you know, just driving them to study more, to learn more, and so on.\nExaminer: Yeah, right, right. And what qualities do you think teachers should have?\nCandidate: They should be able to understand what the student lacks, because the teacher is- exists to improve the student, to educate the students, to become- to make them become better. So they need to be able to know what the student needs and what the student has to do more in order to improve a certain skill, either it could be math, it could be English, it could be Uh, reading comprehension whatsoever. So, they need to- as they communicate with the student, as they teach the student, they should be able to know what that student needs to learn more. So, yeah. It's a strategic point of view.\nExaminer: Absolutely. And which age group do you think is the best at learning new things?\nCandidate: The younger, the better. The younger, the better, I would say. I was three, four years old when I started learning English. Uh, I was late compared to my peers, but still, uh, I'm a foreigner, I'm a Korean, and I'm learning English at a very young age, three, four years old. That would be a very It's a very quick point of starting to learn English because my other friends that I met in Korea, they started learning English in elementary school or even middle school. So, the earlier, I think because also, uh, very young kids have the capacity, have a bigger capacity to fill up their brains with new ideas and new concepts, so I think the younger the better.\nExaminer: Yeah? And do you think learning a language is mostly for, like, job opportunities and education, or is it- are there other reasons too?\nCandidate: Um, as I said, uh, if you want to have a good life, you need to be able to speak English. If you speak English, you can go almost anywhere on the planet, so, you can travel, either it's- if it's business or just traveling or some other purpose, studying, you- the purpose doesn't matter because communication is established already, so, you, uh, If you want to have an international life, if you want to have a lot of opportunities in your life, then you should be able to look beyond Korea, your home country, and look to other places. And in order to do that, you need to be able to speak English.\nExaminer: Perfect. Okay, that'll do us for the test. Thank you for your time.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Yeah? Alright.",
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  "serial": 123,
  "title": "123 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's begin. So could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, my name is Jin Kim. Jin Kim.\nExaminer: Yes. Nice one. And Jin, are you working, or are you a student?\nCandidate: Uh, currently, I am taking a break. I'm just doing part-time jobs, I would like a freelancer work, but yeah. Hmm.\nExaminer: Okay. And could you tell me about your hometown?\nCandidate: Hometown? Oh, so... I'll probably... I guess it'll be in New Zealand, I guess, but yeah. Um, New Zealand is a country... it's a pretty chilled place. Um, obviously less busy than, uh, than Seoul, but a very beautiful nature. I love the weather there. The climate's beautiful. Uh, it's a pretty chilled place.\nExaminer: Ooh, nice.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Is there anything that you dislike about your hometown?\nCandidate: Oh, I- mostly, um... I guess, it's just like a personal thing, but it does get pretty slow, to be honest.\nExaminer: Yeah, yeah, yeah.\nCandidate: So, some people, especially me, I do get bored, yeah, living there, but, you know, I guess that's probably the only downside, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Now let's talk about, uh, art and drawing. So, do you like art?\nCandidate: Ooh, I'm pretty, um, I like it, but I'm pretty... My sister is an artist, but, um, she took all the talents, so I'm pretty far away from it, but yeah, I like enjoy- I like going to galleries sometimes, yeah, but not quite high up.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay, okay. And do you want to learn more about art?\nCandidate: Uh, so, sorry, if you say art, it would be like a, like, fine arts, or like any kind of art?\nExaminer: Ah, any kind of art.\nCandidate: Oh, yeah, just generally, yeah. I guess, would be, would music be, like, part of arts as well, or...\nExaminer: Could be considered.\nCandidate: Yeah, yeah. If it would be like a, arts as in, like, drawing and painting, I wouldn't have a big interest in there, but other kind of arts, like videos or music, yeah. I'd be more than interested to learn more about it, yeah.\nExaminer: Great. And did you learn drawing when you were a child?\nCandidate: Ooh, I didn't learn- yeah, I guess, because, um, back in primary school and intermediate, we have to take art subjects, like compulsory, so compulsory subjects, so I had to, but I wasn't the best, uh, student in this subject, but yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Okay, now let's talk about, uh, time management. So, do you like being busy?\nCandidate: Yes. Going back to the, uh, story where I told you about New Zealand, so, I- I think I like, uh, I think I'm a busy person, I like- I'm an active person, I like to keep moving, I like being organised, um, so, uh, yeah. I don't really like lying down, you know, to be- yeah.\nExaminer: And do you usually make a plan for your day?\nCandidate: Usually, yes. Yeah, um, not like, uh, just- just a little, uh, sorry. Yes, yes I do, yes I do. So, um, when I wake up in the morning or probably the night before I sleep, um, I'll write up the things, like, to-do lists that I'll have to do on the day. Yeah, and I like ticking those off. It just makes me satisfied.\nExaminer: Mmm, great. And when do you find it hard to allocate time?\nCandidate: When? Uh, I'll probably say... Ooh, let me think. Probably when I, uh, I'm taking a break at the moment, but especially when I go to work, I'll probably get, uh, tired. Then, uh, sometimes, like, energy-wise, it'll be partly, uh... Did that answer your question, or...?\nExaminer: Yeah, yeah, yeah. That's fine for that one, yeah. Uh, let's talk about a couple more about websites.\nCandidate: Websites.\nExaminer: So, what kinds of websites do you often visit?\nCandidate: Ooh, probably, uh, YouTube would be my main, uh, website. Um, then secondly be- am I- am I- am I allowed to say the- the company name? Is that alright?\nExaminer: No, it's fine, yeah.\nCandidate: Google, searching up stuff, yeah. I'd probably say YouTube and Google would be my main, uh, websites that I want, yeah.\nExaminer: Yes, why do you like these websites?\nCandidate: Oh, especially YouTube, I do YouTube as a, uh, as a hobby. So, I like watching all these Korean, uh, YouTubes, music, um... It's the only thing I do after work, to be honest. Yeah, yeah, the Google's just pretty much searching, you know, random stuff.\nExaminer: Mm, perfect. Okay, that'll do us for part one of the test, so now we'll go on to part two. So, let me give you the question here. So, there's your question, right? So, you can take a pencil there if you want. You can do some note-taking here if you like. Okay. So, that's your question. So, you have one minute to prepare your answer.\nCandidate: Oh, okay.\nExaminer: Okay, so I'll give you one minute from now. That's actually one minute now. Okay. Alright. So, I'm gonna ask you this question and you should try to speak for a maximum of two minutes.\nCandidate: Two minutes, okay.\nExaminer: Two minutes, okay. So, describe a time that something changed, um, your life in a good way.\nCandidate: In a good way. So, um, it was about three years ago when I was back in New Zealand, um, as a- I did like a little family project. So we used to live in a house that was about a pretty old house. Um, what we had to do was, since it was so old, um, we had to demolish it. And we were planning to rebuild it into a new house, so I had to, uh, I had to get the project done for the family. Of course, it wasn't only me, all the families helped me out on that, but, um, um, it was a long project, and it was a new, like, an industry, like, a field that I had to study and, uh, get all the people done, uh, get all the people together to get the job done. Um... So I did- I did that for three years and, yeah, and it was pretty, oh shit, intimidating. It was pretty scary at first, because I've never worked in that industry before, so I was pretty scared. Um, it was a new challenge for me as well, and as I described before, I like being active, keep moving along, so, um... I was scared at first, but, um, throughout the three years period, um, there was really up and downs, because there was things in, um, that didn't get done properly, or... There was moments where it didn't go as part of the plan, so I was pretty upset, pretty angry, um, but it actually turned out that I realized that having all these plans and all these time manage- time managements, um, I learned that it doesn't always go in the way that I want it to be, so just letting myself down, uh, letting myself go, Um, and having that project done, uh, for the three years period, actually helped me to develop, like, people skills. Um... Yeah, it's- it's not two minutes, Nick.\nExaminer: That's one minute, fifty-seven seconds.\nCandidate: Oh my god.\nExaminer: Okay, that- that's basically it. That's good. So, uh, you were happy with how it turned out in the end?\nCandidate: In the end? Oh, the... Yeah, it was my first time doing it, so... I- I'm satisfied, not- not quite up- high up there, but, to be honest, I'm not sure if I would do it again, but...\nExaminer: Hmm, okay.\nCandidate: I learned a lot, though.\nExaminer: Nice one. Alright, let's go on to part three of the test, okay?\nCandidate: Sure.\nExaminer: So, are there any disadvantages if people keep making changes?\nCandidate: Ooh... In the, just general basis, like, life.\nExaminer: Yeah, generally speaking.\nCandidate: Mmm, yes, I would say. There's always pros and cons, but if you keep changing the way you live, um, I think persis- being persistent, having a- is really important as part of your life, because, um, I think you learn a lot, and you gain a lot, you- all the experiences, and if you wanna achieve something, persis- being persistent has to be, uh, it's quite inevitable, so it has to be in there, to get yourself high up there.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Yeah. Um... Did that answer the question?\nExaminer: Yeah, yeah, sure, sure. Uh, and why do you think some people avoid making changes?\nCandidate: Ooh, it's because I think, number one, um, they're probably used to it, and some people hate changes, um, it's bec- hate, hmm, because they- they're used to it, and they're scared trying out new\nExaminer: New part of the life?\nCandidate: Yeah. Oh, um, because there's all these sacrifices if you make any changes and some, they might be scared, they might lose that. Yeah, yeah.\nExaminer: Yes. And why do some people often change their job?\nCandidate: Ooh. So, um, I'm currently trying Uh, to change my job as well, but it's just, number one, if you wanna try out new industry, if you're interested, um, I think people change that as well. Or, you might get sick of it, and you might try it out and be like, oh, I don't think this is it, so. Life is long, so why not?\nExaminer: Yes, yes. And, do you think, in your country, it's common for people to change jobs often, or do they usually keep a job for a long time?\nCandidate: Ooh, uh, unfortunately, uh, I think it's quite common to change their jobs, because, um, I don't know why, I guess, I- I guess everything would be different, but, um, interesting, like, half of my friends, they've changed their jobs, or, uh, changed their, uh, country as well, um, yeah, so, not- not quite sure the reason why, but, yeah.\nExaminer: Right. And, uh, who do you think can adapt to changes, uh, more easily, younger people or older people?\nCandidate: I would probably say younger people, yeah, because, um, older people, they're used to what they're doing, they might have, uh, lived in that way or worked that way for a long period of time, um, so I guess younger people have the time and the energy, sort of, to, uh, to put their energy into the new, You change, yeah, yeah, so they could easily go back. So, you know, I guess young people, yeah.\nExaminer: And do you think technology has changed people's lives a lot in recent years?\nCandidate: Yes, it's because technology would have, uh, created more new jobs and also, um, Uh, also the way they work as well. Like, a lot of people, some peo- I have my friends, they work from home. Um, which is pretty cool. I've never done that before. So, yeah, they- it just changed our lives a lot, so, yeah.\nExaminer: What do you think are the advantages of working from home?\nCandidate: Um, it saves you time. Uh, time, energy, money, so you'll just probably wake up half an hour before you start work. Swash, a little breakfast, start working. There's pros and cons, but yeah.\nExaminer: Could you tell me some of the disadvantages?\nCandidate: Ooh, personally, as I described as- as I said, I like being active, so if I had to work and sleep in the same environment, ooh, I don't think- I think I'll get bored, yeah, I don't think I'll be able to concentrate, yeah. I like to keep them, yeah, separate, yeah.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes, yes. And do you think in the future many more jobs will be replaced by technology?\nCandidate: Ooh, hopefully it balances out, but I think it will, yeah, um, I'll probably say, um, managing-wise, no, but, you know, jobs that could be easily replaced, like, um, repetitive work, people, like, yeah, those, obviously they'll change, um... To be honest, I can't think of anything.\nExaminer: Yeah, yeah, yeah, okay, okay. That's perfect, that's perfect. That'll do us for part three now. So, that's the test complete.",
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  "serial": 124,
  "title": "124 - IELTS Speaking Band 6.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Could I please have your full name?\nCandidate: My full name is Seyoung Park.\nExaminer: Okay, nice to meet you, Seyoung.\nCandidate: Yeah, nice to meet you. What's your name?\nExaminer: Brendan.\nCandidate: Brendan, nice to meet you.\nExaminer: Thank you. Let's start off with a good view. That is our first topic for today. What is your favorite place, and why is it your favorite place?\nCandidate: I live near Simlim Station, and around the Simlim Station, there is Borame Park. It's a small city park, and there- there are flowers, trees, and benches to sit- to sit on, and I like sun- sunlight. I like sunlight in Borame Park. When I- when I get tired, I take, uh, good exercise in Borrome Park, and I get released, and sunlight, flowers, trees, benches, all give me, all make me refreshed. That's why I like Borrome Park.\nExaminer: Okay, that's very good. Do you like to take photos when you see a good view?\nCandidate: Um, usually, I take a photo when I go to Borneo Park, flowers, trees. I like, uh, I like to take a photo of nature. I like it's peaceful mood.\nExaminer: Okay. Have you seen something that is unforgettable, like a really amazing scenery in your life?\nCandidate: Um, let me tell you about my- one of my dreams. I mean, in the mid- in the night, I dreamed some things, and there, I- I was- I was chasing a person with a lot of flowers. And I catched him, and he surrendered to me, so I was inspired, so I- I write a short story based on the dreams, and I submit that writing to a contest. Unfortunately, I failed to get a prize, but it was unforgettable scenery in my dream.\nExaminer: Okay, could you describe what the scenery was like?\nCandidate: Actually, um, I was- I was caught on- I was- I was caught- I caught with a guy, and he tried to kill me, so I chased the- I- I... I- I- I chased him, and then I catched his neck, and then I killed him with a love of flower.\nExaminer: Okay, to kill him with kindness, we would say.\nCandidate: The food ingredient.\nExaminer: Oh, okay. Oh, like flower, flower. Okay, that kind of one. Tell me, what is the view around your place like? Like, around your house where you live. What is the view like?\nCandidate: Um, uh, that's- that's one of the disappointing point, uh, that's one of the disappointing points in Seoul, in my opinion. It's greasy, I think. Seoul is greasy. So, as I told you, I live near Sinim Station, and around Sinim Station, it's greasy. Yeah, I don't, so, but when I, whenever I go, that's why I love Borame Park, I told you. Around my home, it's greasy, but in Borame Park, there are many colors. Red, yellow, green, they make me, they makes me refreshed.\nExaminer: Okay. Let's talk- let's continue talking about refreshing and good mood kind of things. When is the last time you laughed at something?\nCandidate: Pardon?\nExaminer: When is the last time you laughed at something, or laughed at something?\nCandidate: Laugh- laugh, uh, laugh.\nExaminer: Like funny haha kind of laughing.\nCandidate: It's a hard time, so people hardly laugh, so... I can... Oh! With my boyfriend. Whenever I am with my boyfriend, we come in, we... I think that we are meant for each other, so... He makes me laugh, and I make him- I make him laugh. We just- we- we talk- we share many jokes about a variety of topics, from sex to food, many kinds of- many kinds of topics, because we are- we are very- we are very frank to each other.\nExaminer: Okay, well, that's very good to hear. Okay, that is enough for part one. Let's move on to part two. So, I'll give you a minute to make notes on the topic and then I'll let you know when the time is up and we can start the speaking part when you are ready. So, your question there is, describe a traditional product in your country. Okay, that's one minute. So, you can let me know when you're ready and we can start the clock.\nCandidate: When I was a high school student, because I majored in fashion design in high school, I made a cloth for- cloth for a civil official of high class for my graduation- for my graduation exam, and it was made of thin but strong fabric, and it was red with black hat, and I- Because- because it was for men, although I didn't- I- I couldn't wear it, I invited one man- one male model and let- let him wear the cloth, and he performed some performance with my cloth. And, yeah, it was amazing because- it was an amazing experience because I was impressed by the fact that I made it and I did it. It was- yeah, it was a traditional- it was- it was a traditional product of- one of the pro- one of the traditional product- product called Men's Hanbok.\nExaminer: Like, from what time does the hanbok come from?\nCandidate: In Joseon dynasty.\nExaminer: Mm, okay.\nCandidate: Uh, in Joseon dynasty, when a civil worker of high rank, high rank, high rank, give a ceremony for the dead in front of king, they should wear that kind of cloth.\nExaminer: Okay, that's good, that's good. Let's move on to part three.\nCandidate: Yeah, I see.\nExaminer: Where do you think children should learn about culture? At home or at school?\nCandidate: Um, culture is a mixed conclusion of home and school and society, so it's not- it's a very complicated topic, so we cannot- we cannot be- we cannot- we cannot say that children is influenced by Home or school- home or school when they learn culture, but in my opinion, children- I think that children learn culture at home because home is the place where children- children are started- children I was born and started to learn the society, because a family is a kind of small society. As you- I think that you can agree- you- you agree with my opinion, and before getting into Start getting into school, children learn about courtesy and how to manage them's- their bod- manage their body at home. Because- and they learn how to th- how to obey the elders at home. All starts from- all starts at home, I think. That's why I think the children learn culture at home. And also, children- children Children doesn't- children do not start to eat first from a school. They lo- they eat food. They start- they start to eat food at home. They- they learn about the color and taste of food at home, not from school first. That's why I think that children learn culture at school- at home first.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think people should be proud of their culture? Like, uh, if you're Korean, to be proud of Korean culture?\nCandidate: Um, actually, um, I- I think that, uh, a man is not a reliable existence, and as you know, culture is by a man, so when we define a culture, when we define a culture, it's a mixed- mixed type of, uh, mixed type of experience, so... Sometimes we are proud of our culture, sometimes we're not proud of our culture. As you know, we, once, Korea was once, uh, surrendered by Japan. Whenever, uh, whenever we remember our, our bad, our dark history by Japan, I think that no one is happy with it. That's why we are proud- we are- we are not proud of that history, but some- but we have many things to boast to other foreign countries. For example, Um, but mostly I think that we should be proud of our history because our ancestors have been try- have been try to have been- have tried to develop and develop and promote our culture even in bad his- even in bad hi- even in dark history. A dark history surrendered by Japan.\nExaminer: I see. Um, what do you think is important for children to learn about traditional products, or why do you think it's important?\nCandidate: When I was a child, I learned history with many books, because my mother and father was busy, so they couldn't take me to historic places, so I learned history at home with many books. I saw pictures and read Read things about our history, about- about my country, with a book, so... And I was in- at- thanks to that, in school, I was always good at history exam, so... I think that book is a good tool to learn history for children.\nExaminer: Okay, yeah, let's- let's call it a day. It's enough for part three.",
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  "title": "125 - IELTS Speaking Band 6.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Could we start with your first name, please?\nCandidate: Ah, my name is Hansul Kwon, but you can call me Hansul.\nExaminer: Okay, Hansul. Nice to meet you. Um, let's start with, uh, a topic, feeling bored.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Um, do you think childhood or adulthood is more boring?\nCandidate: I personally think childhood is more boring, and as per my experience, I was very- I think my past experience was very bored in my childhood, because at that time, I didn't have a lot of freedom, you know, but after I become an adulthood, I, you know, I can meet my friend and drink some alcohol and going to a party, yeah, I can join those activities. So I guess child- uh, rather than childhood, adulthood is more exciting.\nExaminer: Okay, I see. What do you do when you feel bored?\nCandidate: Well, um, I am very outgoing person, so as for me, I like to go out and meeting my friends, and also I like talking with them, and, yeah, most important thing, I really like to eat some delicious food with them.\nExaminer: Okay. Yeah, another thing that we could ask you is, when do you feel bored?\nCandidate: Oh, I think, um, I usually feel bored when I, uh, stay in home alone, because as I mentioned you before, I am very outgoing person, so I like to, you know, connected with some person. So at that time, I try to, um, contact with my friends or family via my cell phone, SNS like that.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you often feel bored?\nCandidate: Well, actually, no, because, honestly, I am very positive person, so when I feel bored, I try to change my mindset, so I also, uh, you know, so I also listen some kinds of, uh, K-pop music, so changing my mood.\nExaminer: Okay, that's very good to hear. Um, let's talk about friends, you mentioned them, um, Do you like inviting friends to your home?\nCandidate: Absolutely! I really love that- love it because I like to, you know, making some food to serve my friends, and I also happy to chat with them and share my- share the cook what I made with them, so it was very happy for me.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, do you prefer to spend time with one friend, or with a group of friends?\nCandidate: Well, I think it depends on the situation, but personally, you know, personally, at most time, I like to spend just with one friend, because I can only concentrate on that person, to- so I can only, uh, you know, react about their, uh, conversation properly, and also I can hear what they told me more properly, I guess.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you have a friend that you've known for a long time, like a childhood friend or a school friend?\nCandidate: Yeah, definitely. Uh, my- one of my friends named Seoyeon, she was my, uh, middle school friend. Then, after we graduate from the school, we still contact with each other, and although we are working in another department, yeah, but we still contact each other, and sometimes we, uh, meet, and, yeah, talk about our daily- daily lives, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, that sounds excellent. Where do you prefer to meet your friends?\nCandidate: Tell me one more time, sorry.\nExaminer: Where do you prefer to meet your friends? Like, what kind of place do you like to go to?\nCandidate: I think I prefer to meet her in cafes because she is really a coffee lover. Yeah, so she also she finds some list, she have some list about some cafe which she wanted to go. So we try to select one of them and go- and we'll go in usually weekends, I guess.\nExaminer: And your other friends, do they enjoy doing similar things, or do your friends all like different types of things?\nCandidate: Well, it is, I think, varies from person to person. So, if I meet a friend who has really active personality, then I try to meet, uh, him or her in front of gym or, like, in climbing. Yeah. So, I think it depends on person.\nExaminer: Okay, that's very nice. Do you often go out with your friends?\nCandidate: Oh, yeah, a lot of time. I think, uh, at least one- at least once in a week. I try to meet my friend in especially weekend because I am a worker, so I don't have a lot of time in weekdays.\nExaminer: It's very nice that you make time for everyone. Um, let's see, I think that's about it for part one. Let's- let's call it there. Um, let's try part two. Okay. So, I'm going to give you your topic here. You'll have one minute to make notes, and then after that, when you are ready, we can continue with that.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Okay, so, when you're ready, you can start making the notes.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Okay, um, when you're ready, we can start with that.\nCandidate: Okay, let's start. I think there are a lot of inventions throughout life, but I'd like to talk about internet and smartphone, because I thought they changed our life in an impressive way. So, I think the export benefits they brought is, uh, you know, I- I personally believe that they reduced the- they reduced our geographic distance. So, especially when you are, uh, working in your home and you have- you are sick or something what happened to you, so you can't go to the attend to, you know, real physical, uh, institutes or worker place, but you can work or study in your home with your smartphone and internet. So, I think they reduced some geographic is- uh, distance and they allowed us to, Join some internet community or internet lectures. So, I think that's the biggest problem, er, first of all, sorry, advantage. But I also think they, uh, brought us some convenience. Because they usually, uh, as for smartphones especially, they are, we can grab the, grab them in our own hands. So, when we want, Uh, when every time we want to search some information or contact with our friends, we can, uh, open our smartphone and use some fingers to scroll the screen and, yeah. So, or scroll or swipe some screen to we can, uh, go- go to the information what we want to search. So I think those the biggest benefits. And how- as per how it influence peoples of different age, Uh, I personally believe that it differs from younger age person and old age person because as for youngsters, uh, smartphone and internet, uh, could be, uh, device that contact them to the more, you know, worldwide. And as for old people, I think they think smartphones and internet could be very difficult to use. And I think it changes people's lives more convenient and became only one to the world worldwide.\nExaminer: Okay, fantastic.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: You got a lot of information in a short time there, that was- was well done.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Yeah, let's look at some of the follow-up questions there. Um, a big topic these days when we talk about technology is AI.\nCandidate: Uh-huh.\nExaminer: So, do you ever think that AI will replace human teachers?\nCandidate: Uh, um, personally, I don't think so. The reason is that, you know, AI is, although I don't have a lot of experience and knowledge about it, but I heard that AI is, uh, based on robotic and mechanic things, so, but, you know, I guess teaching Uh, means that teacher need to watch and over- observe their students and find their strengths and weakness and try to build out them. So I think it couldn't be changed by AI or robotic mechanism, something.\nExaminer: Okay. What kind of inventions can be used at school?\nCandidate: Uh, well, as I mentioned part two, but I think smartphone and internet could be used in school, because everyone now has their own smartphone, so if teachers, uh, told them to please open your smartphone and find some information on- in the- on the internet, then they can use their smartphone on the class, and I think that would be more memorable for students to remember about the class's context. Also, it'll be more, you know, easy for teacher to- because nowadays, I guess, youngsters and kids are more familiar to using some smartphones or smart devices.\nExaminer: I see. What household appliances can make us lazy?\nCandidate: Uh, it's very funny question, but, uh, I personally think robotic, uh, robotic, you know, vacuum cleaner, they may- they makes us more lazier than before, because now we don't have to use our own vacuum cleaner to clean our house. However, we use some remote controller to use our robotic machine, then they can go crawl. To the blower and, yeah, clean our dust or something on the blower, so I think it makes us more leisure than before.\nExaminer: Do you have one?\nCandidate: No, unfortunately, I don't have one.\nExaminer: In the future, maybe?\nCandidate: Yeah, really.\nExaminer: What do you think is the most helpful invention at home?\nCandidate: Uh, personally, I think laundry machine is the most, uh, beneficial one because, you know, at the best, we- at test, we have to go to the stream and we spread all laundries and do some mechanical, you know, punch or some Punch it to wash our laundries. However, after it invented, we, uh, put all underies, laundries on the laundry machine and use the washing, washing function, and also it has some dry function. So I guess it is really convenient for person, especially pe- people who living alone. So they can, when they want to, uh, put the new clothes, they just put all the- all the, uh, stuff in the laundry machine, and they go to wash and dry, and after that, they could, uh, put it once again.\nExaminer: Okay. Another question that I... C is often asked in discussions about AI, would be whether you use it at work or not. That's a hot topic. Okay. So, do you use AI in your job?\nCandidate: Well, actually, I am now currently working as a nurse in a hospital, so...\nExaminer: Hopefully you don't.\nCandidate: Yes, unfortunately, I don't use AI ha- but I heard that, uh, you know, nursing association and the governments try to use some AI technology in our medical service system, especially electronic medical devices and some recording systems, so I guess they will instill that, yeah, as soon as possible, I guess.\nExaminer: Okay, so it's used more on the- not on the nursing side, but rather like the administration side?\nCandidate: Yeah, I guess so.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, do you think AI would help you a lot if- if they were to use that for those types of things?\nCandidate: Um, well, I think, um, as for working as a nurse, I think AI could help me a lot because, you know, uh, nurses do their job with doctors, but unfortunately, there are some- sometimes doctors are not available. For example, they are go to operation or they are do some emergency situation. At that time, we don't have doctors, but we- Try to deal with, uh, problematic, you know, and difficult patients with emergency situation or something else. At that time, I think AI could help us because it has some protocol. So, I think, uh, it would allow nurses to give some protocol to deal with the difficult and emergency situation like that.\nExaminer: I see. Okay, I think that's it for part three as well. Thank you very much.",
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  "serial": 126,
  "title": "126 - IELTS Speaking Band 6.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, now let's begin the test. So, first of all, could you tell me, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm not working right now, but I had worked as a video editor and videographer, uh, and I usually ve- edited, uh, news videos. And it was very tough, actually, because I- it was very busy and, um, so urgent things to report, so, yeah, I really- but I really enjoyed the job.\nExaminer: And what do you like doing in your free time?\nCandidate: Uh, I usually sleep a lot in my free time, but after I wake up, I usually watch news as I worked as a video editor, and I- I love listening to music, especially rock music. Yeah, so, I'm watching rock band, uh, videos I like most.\nExaminer: Hmm, great. Now, let's talk about mobile phones. So, what was your first mobile phone?\nCandidate: Uh, I don't really remember, but I remember the first moment that I used iPhone. Uh, I th- I thought it was very innovative at the time, and, and it was, um, uh, it was very useful to me to, uh, that I could do internet on the road, so I really Remember of the first moment.\nExaminer: And do you usually use your mobile phone for texting or calling?\nCandidate: Um, for, uh, I prefer texting, because calling takes a lot of time. I usually call friends for an hour, so texting, also it takes time, but, yeah, I can, um, transmit my message exactly, so I prefer texting.\nExaminer: And do you think will you buy a new mobile phone in the future?\nCandidate: Yes, um, because I- I'm now using iPhone 15 Pro, but it's gonna be sometimes be broken or, er, the ability got- gets lower, so maybe I will change the phone.\nExaminer: And how has your mobile phone changed your life?\nCandidate: Um, um, when I was young, I didn't use smartphone. I just used, um, um, old folder phone. Yeah, but I just, I could just text, you know, I could just send text messages. But nowadays I can, um, surf the internet, watch YouTube on the road or everywhere, and I can call to my mom, um, when I was in foreign country, yeah.\nExaminer: Perfect. Now, let's talk about sports. So, do you like watching sports on TV?\nCandidate: Yes, I really love it, especially, I really love baseball, and I- and I usually watch live baseball games, um, on weekdays in spring season.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: And who do you like to watch sports games with?\nCandidate: I usually watch children because my friends don't like baseball, so I usually watch children.\nExaminer: And have you ever watched a sports game in a stadium?\nCandidate: Oh, yes, of course, because I- I loved baseball from 10 years ago, so, um, the best game was Korean series with SK and Doosan, yeah. And that game, the fan of my team- my team won the game.\nExaminer: Great. And... what kinds of sports games do you expect to watch in the future?\nCandidate: Um, I'm going to the UK this year, so I really want to watch football games in England. So, especially Tottenham Hotspur, which is Son Heung-min, he's in the team, so I really look forward to it.\nExaminer: Great. That'll do us for part one. Now let's go on to part two. I'll give you your question. Okay, there is your question. I'll give you a pencil there as well. So, you can do some note-taking here, all right? So, I'll give you one minute now to take some notes. So, you may begin. Okay, now that is one minute, all right? So, could you describe a job that is useful to society?\nCandidate: Hmm, I think it's teacher, uh, because my mom, well, is a retired teacher. And, um, I some- I also dreamed about being a teacher, um, when I was young. Um, I think the teacher is the people who are eager to get along with young people. And they are very smart and they really want to, um, teach something to young people and... Um, it makes young people sigh, open to the new world and new trends, and they can get, um, some good knowledges from the school. And, but nowadays, teachers are really get tired of doing some stuffs in school, but they do like peop- uh, people, because my- one of my friend became teacher, and she says she's very hard doing, um, She works at school, but she- I saw her- I saw her- her face, really happy with saying about, um, her, um, students. And she- she really wants to, um, be a good teacher. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, so that's one minute and thirty seconds so far, right? So, why do you think a teacher is useful to society?\nCandidate: Um... Um, as I said, teachers have good knowledges on the- of the world, and they really want to make other people get smarter, and- and they believe, they trust people that they can change, they can be changed, and they can be developed. And, yeah, I think they're- the teachers are really- have generous and kind personality.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay, perfect. So, let's go on to, uh, part three now. Let's continue on. Okay. So, uh, do you think schools should provide career advice to students?\nCandidate: Um, I think I- school should do that because, um, when I was in high school, I just had to, um, study and study and study, and, but I wanted to know what job could I get after graduate the school, graduating the school, so... Yeah, but nowadays, um, uh, schools provide job- jobs information, so I really envy them.\nExaminer: Yes, yes. And do you think students are likely to listen to their teachers when it comes to choosing their future career?\nCandidate: Um, I think it really depends because teachers provide jobs in school. Um, the- the jobs are very temporary and, um, low-wage jobs. And... But students do believe teachers because they want to get jobs. So, even if they get low quality jobs, I think they will believe the teachers.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think parents should have any input on their children's future career?\nCandidate: Um, as- I think it's half and half, I think, because, um, as child- children have no information about jobs or career, so parents can give- provide information of that. But, I think the most important is, um, is child- what should the children have, uh, what should child, uh, want to do? What should a child want to do? Yeah, and I think that's the very- that's very important.\nExaminer: Okay, yes. And, uh, what kind of jobs deserve a high salary?\nCandidate: Nowadays, I think it's about, um, IT jobs, um, get high- high wages, but I think working on, um, bodies, like, such as construction or, um, Um, making some, whatever, uh, making some building, yeah. They- they deserve high qual- high salary, because it's really tough job, and really dangerous, and it's related to human safety. So, I think it deserves the high salary.\nExaminer: Yes. Are these kind of jobs popular in your country?\nCandidate: Um, yes, maybe, because, um, people who are desperate are most likely to get a job in construction, yeah, because it's not that very hard to get job, but it's really tough. Most of men, um, men with, um, low wages and in low condition do have a job like that.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes. And who do you think should receive a higher salary? Younger people or older people?\nCandidate: Um, I think it's younger people, because in Korea nowadays, um, older people had, um, high salary jobs, so they have, um, they- they are now living in good condition, but nowadays, young people, um, have low-wage jobs and, um, uncomfortable jobs. So, and they have to struggle to get, um, house or job or good, um, conditions, so I think young people deserve to get high salary.\nExaminer: Yes, yes. And do you think most people want to have an interesting job or a job with a high salary?\nCandidate: I think that's h- that's tough enough because I had a job that I was interested, but it was not that good salary. But I really enjoyed it, but as time goes by, um, I had to, um, I had hard time to get Uh, rents in Korea, um, with my condition because, uh, rent is so high in Seoul. So, I think high salary could be- high salary job could be preferred nowadays to me.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. That'll do us for part three, so we're all done. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.",
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  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, could we maybe start with your full name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, my full name is Chloe Hsu, and, uh, I'm sorry, that's okay.\nExaminer: Uh, Chloe, tell me, are you working or studying at the moment?\nCandidate: Actually, I'm doing both. I am attending, um, graduate school here in Seoul, and- and at the same time, I'm working at a Korean barbecue restaurant.\nExaminer: Okay. So, would you like to, uh, if we talk about schools and workplaces, would you prefer to talk about your studies or your workplace in this case?\nCandidate: Maybe workplace? I think it's a very interesting place to work, because we have members com- coming from different countries, such as China, Japan, Korea, of course, and, um, Nepal?\nExaminer: Nepal? Is that correct? Nepal?\nCandidate: Yeah, Nepal, sorry. Um, yeah. And Cambodia. Yeah. So, I think it's, um, very, um, dynamic and, uh, very young group of people.\nExaminer: Okay. What do you think about the working environment? Do you think you've got a good working environment at the moment?\nCandidate: Yeah, sure. Absolutely. I think my manager, who is very, um, uh, energetic and has great leadership, uh, he can lead, uh, the whole team into a very good, uh, direction. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. And what is challenging at your workplace?\nCandidate: It's super busy. Actually, I worked last night, too, um, for the entire four- uh, five hours. We just kept working, yeah, without- without, like, no rest at all, so.\nExaminer: Okay, the next question is actually about, like, resting and so at the workplace. Do you guys have, like, an area where you can rest and relax a bit?\nCandidate: No, I wish we had that space, but fortunately, no.\nExaminer: Okay, I see. What advantages do you think it has if a company has, like, a resting or a relaxation room?\nCandidate: Um, I think it provides, uh, the employees with a space to, like, uh, take some relaxation and, uh, so that they can enhance their work performance. Um, it's very important to, like, strike the balance between work and rest.\nExaminer: Okay. Have you ever thought about changing jobs?\nCandidate: Uh, when speaking of the current job that I'm doing right now, I would say no, because I'm pretty satisfied with that, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. How do you get to work?\nCandidate: Sorry, sorry.\nExaminer: Yeah, how do you get to work, like, uh, the transportation?\nCandidate: Ah, yeah, yeah. I- I go to work, uh, by subway. Yeah, I usually just take, like, several stops and about 20 minutes to get there, so it's very convenient.\nExaminer: Okay. You mentioned that you were from China.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Um, another topic we can talk about is the news. So, how often do you talk with your friends about the news and what's happening back home?\nCandidate: Hmm, not very often, I guess, because I- I- I'm not a very enthusiastic about the latest things, but, um, recently I know about a movie, uh, which is very popular in China, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Have you read the news this morning?\nCandidate: No, I didn't have enough time to read news this morning. Did something ha- important happen?\nExaminer: Not that I'm aware of, at least, so... No, that's fine. How do your friends get the news?\nCandidate: Um, I suppose mainly via cell phone, because it is our, like, um, main tool for, um, getting connected to the world, I guess.\nExaminer: I see. And if you were to try and find out more about the news, how would you get it?\nCandidate: Um, I may use a cell phone or my laptop to search for the news that I'm interested in.\nExaminer: And what kind of news would you be interested in normally?\nCandidate: Since I am a fan of musical theatre, so I, uh, often search for news, um, er, in terms of musical theatre, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, yeah, I think that's it for part one. Let's move on to part two. So I'm gonna give you a topic. Let's start the clock when it's about making notes. When you're ready. Yeah, I'll give you a minute for that, and then after, you can start speaking. Okay, that's time. Okay, when you're ready, we can start with the speaking part.\nCandidate: I want to share a day I spent with my friends last month. Um, on that day, we, uh, before that day, we decided to go to a remote, uh, ancient Korea, Korean, uh, Korean town, um, in the suburb area. And, uh, we... Got there by bus and then by, uh, sorry, go by subway and then by bus and it took us about, uh, an hour and a half to get there. Um, since we went on, uh, went on a work day, so there were few, uh, few tourists and the town was so tranquil. And, um, it has lots of, like, interesting, um, places to visit. Uh, like, um, specially decorated cafes, antique shops, and, um, great restaurants too. So, we had some scrumptious food at a restaurant, um, sipped some coffee at a cafe, and, um, bought some souvenirs for our friends. Um, and we strolled, uh, down the town, uh, for about three or... three or four hours, and, um, had a great time there, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, can you tell me a bit more about the place where you visited?\nCandidate: Oh, it- it locates, uh, yeah, it locates in the southwest part of Korea, and has a history of, like, 2,000 years, I suppose, and, um, has a small river that, um, uh, flowing through the- that flows through the town, and has a wonderful scenery, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you very much. So, talking about holidays and visiting places, to go on holiday can be tiring. Why do you think people still do it?\nCandidate: Um, I think maybe in China pe- people don't have enough holidays to spend, uh, enough, uh, days to, enough time to spend with their families. They can only do, uh, something, uh, interesting with their families on holidays. If they have another choices, I suppose they will pick another time, yeah.\nExaminer: I see. Why do people like to have days off?\nCandidate: It's obvious that, uh, we want, um, some balance between life and work. If we don't have enough time to rest, then that might affect our work performance, I suppose. So, um, it's our basic in- yeah, basic instinct to, like, uh, have some days off. Mhm.\nExaminer: Do you think that only old people have enough time for leisure?\nCandidate: Uh, I don't suppose only old people, uh, have enough time for leisure, because that's, uh, because I know some young people, um, who have enough time to rest, too. Uh, it's like a- Individual choice, I think, because we have, like, 24-hour stay equally, and some people to choose to, like, work and travel and do something, like, um, very busy, but others, like, uh, are fond of, like, um, more, like, um, are fond of things that, um, uh, can, Rest, um, sorry, that can make us more relaxed. Yeah.\nExaminer: I see. How does technology affect the way that people spend their leisure time?\nCandidate: Uh, I think technology affects our, uh, leisure time greatly. For example, nowadays it's prevalent for people to, like, um, watch some short videos on camera- on cell phone, sorry. Uh, so, uh, It is something that hap- that never happened about 100 years earlier, so it's definitely something, uh, good that top- that top- technology, um, provided for us, yeah.\nExaminer: How do people spend their leisure time in your country?\nCandidate: Well, I suppose people spend their leisure time based on individual hap- hobbies and needs. For example, um, if you are a person, uh, who pays- pays attention to health- health, Then you might, uh, go to the gym and do exercise for hours. But, uh, for some people who might need some relaxation, you might lie in the bed and watch some TV dramas for a whole day. So it's kindly based on- based on what you like and what you need.\nExaminer: What do you think is generally more popular among people in your country? Like, to stay in or to go out when it comes to enjoying their leisure time?\nCandidate: Well, I think that's based on personalities, and hobbies, and age, um, uh, uh, on many factors. To put an example, I am quite an introverted person, so I like to stay indoor to spend my, yeah, leisure time. But some people who are more energetic and want- and wants to connect, get connected to others, they might, like, um, grab- grab a lunch with a friend, so it's, yeah.\nExaminer: Do you think there's maybe a difference between Korea and China when it comes to how people spend leisure time and what they like to do?\nCandidate: No, I don't think it is something about nationality. It's just- just like I mentioned before, it's, uh, a combination of individual hobbies and needs, yeah.\nExaminer: How do you like to spend your time off?\nCandidate: Uh, since I'm a musical fan, I- I often go to theater and, um, see some, um, outstanding musicals in my spare time, yeah.\nExaminer: Is there anybody to share that hobby with? Like, any friends that have the same interest as you?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, I occasionally, uh, see a musical with a friend. For example, last week, uh, me and my friend saw Aladdin, yeah, the musical Aladdin, yeah. And had a great time, yeah.\nExaminer: That sounds awesome. Thank you very much.",
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  "serial": 128,
  "title": "128 - IELTS Speaking Band 6.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My name is Suhyun Kim.\nExaminer: Suhyun Kim.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: And Suhyun, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm not working, I'm not a student. Yeah, I'm looking for a job.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. And what do you like to do in your free time?\nCandidate: Every time, um, I usually, uh, take a medi- meditation, and sometimes I listen to music, and sometimes, uh, I go for a walk. So, many times I relax, um, relaxing time.\nExaminer: Great. And could you tell me about your hometown?\nCandidate: Uh, I live the south of the Korea, uh, it's called Mokpo. Yeah, southern, yeah, southern area. Uh, it is a poor city, so it's surrounded by the sea, and there are lots of delicious seafood, and people so nice and very generous. So, yeah, that is my hometown.\nExaminer: Yes. Okay, now let's talk about Friends! So, do you often go out with your friends?\nCandidate: I have a meeting for run, so every Sunday, I go to the... I go for run with the team, and then after finish, we gonna have some beer. That's the, um, that's the, how can I hang out with my friends?\nExaminer: Yes. And, do you have a friend you have known for a long time?\nCandidate: Yes, I have, uh, my high school sti- uh, high school friend. She lives in Chuncheon, but it's hard to meet each other, but sometimes I visit her house, and we have a cup of tea.\nExaminer: Great. And do you prefer to spend time with one friend or a group of friends?\nCandidate: Hmm, I- I like to spending time with everyone. Sometimes one is okay, sometimes group of people okay. Yes, everything is okay for me.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And do you like to invite friends to your home?\nCandidate: Yes. But I have to clean up first. Yeah, I like to invite my friends, and then I want to spend good time, yeah, with my friends. I want to make some good food for them.\nExaminer: Perfect. Now let's talk about books. So, do you often read books?\nCandidate: Yes, I often read a book.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Um, nowadays I, uh, read some meditation books and some economy books for my future. Yes, it has a good, uh, motivation to go for work. So, yeah, I like books.\nExaminer: Great. And do you think you read more or less now compared to when you were younger?\nCandidate: I read more, I read more books than compare my younger. And then the meaning also is different that time. Now it's more deeper. I- because this is spontaneous action, so I want to know more about life. Yeah, so, yeah, I read more books than before.\nExaminer: And which do you prefer, reading books or watching movies?\nCandidate: I prefer reading a book, yes. So, when I found good meaning of the sentences, yes, I want, yeah, I want to keep in mind. And, yes, I like, I prefer reading a book.\nExaminer: Great. That'll do us for part one. So now we'll go on to part two of the test. Here is your part two question. So you can take notes here. All right. So I'll give you one minute to do your note taking. Okay, you can begin. Okay, that's one minute. Alright. So, yeah, could you describe a place you have been to and would like to recommend others to live there?\nCandidate: Uh, I recommend, uh, some place, uh, it's Bali, yeah, because I like that place, uh, it's very peaceful, and you can meet so many people from other countries, and everybody wanna do some, uh, do meditation or yoga, and there are some, uh, good things to do. So, I visited that place three and four years ago. It's a pandemic that time, and then I got lots of stressful at work, and then I visit there, and I spend good times with new friends, and new places, and there are some beautiful beaches. Yes. I've been there by myself, but it's not dangerous at all. So, yeah, I- I had a really good time, and especially the food, uh, is- is Asian food, and the traditional culture also is very interesting. So, I would like to recommend to others. Yes.\nExaminer: Okay, so that's about a minute and 25, okay, fully speaking, yes. Um, yeah, and in terms of living in this place, what do you think is the biggest advantage?\nCandidate: Hmm, I think the biggest advantage is the nature, and there are some things, spiritual, uh, places, and then if you have some trouble in your body, they have a really good massage, so that's the good treat of yourself, and, and you can meet really good people, so it's good for vacation.\nExaminer: Yes, perfect. Okay, so now we'll go on to part three of the test. We'll keep going. So, why do many people choose to move to big cities?\nCandidate: Because they have a lot of opportunity to get a job, and they can improve their skills, and they can communicate with other people. So, that's why people want to come to the city. That's why I'm here with you.\nExaminer: Yes. And are there any disadvantages of living in a large city?\nCandidate: Hmm, it's, the air pollution is bad, and also everyone, their competition mind, so sometimes it's really hard to get a good job, so that is hard. And then, some people isolated. So, if they open their mind, they can get a good- more good relationship with other people, I thought. I think, yeah.\nExaminer: Yes, yes. And so, what factors make a city livable?\nCandidate: Hmm... Think, uh, care and, um, attention. So if they have a same taste, same, um, flavor, they can join together, they make, uh, more better things. Uh... And I told you the care, yeah, people, uh, care to the animals or other people. I think it's the good things to do, to share with other people.\nExaminer: Okay, great, great. And what should people prepare before they move to a different city?\nCandidate: Pardon me?\nExaminer: Oh, sure. Uh, what should people prepare before they move to a different city?\nCandidate: Um, they check the environment, or education, also, um, good public sta- pr- transportation, and they need some jobs to do. Yes. And, what else? Good nature. Of course, they need them.\nExaminer: Yes. And what are the benefits of living close to one's workplace?\nCandidate: Hmm, I think you can save your time to travel.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: So, yeah, you don't need to, uh, get up early.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Yes, uh, and also, um, what is benefit? Um, you can finish early, come back home early.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Everything convenient. Yes, I think. Yeah.\nExaminer: And why do some people choose to live far from their workplace?\nCandidate: Hmm, I think economic, um, issues, because if you- some people live far, they can save their house, uh, house, uh, because in the city is very expensive, but far from the city is more cheaper, they can save their money.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Yes. And when people are looking for a place to live, um, apart from the price, what other factors do they consider?\nCandidate: They can consider neighborhood, community, and also the transportation, public transportation, and... Um, eco-friendly environment with nature.\nExaminer: Yeah, right. And do you think the public transportation in your country is well developed?\nCandidate: Very, very developed. Do you see the subway? When you take a subway, you can go everywhere. Yes. Yes.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. That will do us for part three. So, thank you for taking the test.\nCandidate: Thank you so much.\nExaminer: Thank you.",
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  "serial": 129,
  "title": "129 - IELTS Speaking Band 5.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, could you please tell me your full name?\nCandidate: Oh, my Korean name is Gyuri Kim, and my English name is Lina.\nExaminer: Okay, nice to meet you, Gyuri and Lina. Um, let's talk about happy things.\nCandidate: Happy things?\nExaminer: Yes. Do you think people are happy when they buy new things?\nCandidate: Well, I think new people are happy when they buy something because if they- if they have earned money, they still thinking what to buy or like that, so I think they- when they buy something, like, things, special things, so they feel, like, happy.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you feel happy when you buy things?\nCandidate: Yes. Of course.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Because I love to spend money, and I still doing the part-time job and get money, so I can get whatever I want, so I think it's happy to buy new things.\nExaminer: Okay, that's good to hear. Why or when do you feel happy at work, and why is that?\nCandidate: At work?\nExaminer: Mm, like, when at work do you feel happy?\nCandidate: Mmm, uh, spend with my family or, like, earn money and spend somewhere what I want.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah, so that's my one of the happy days.\nExaminer: Is- is there a time, like, at work, while you're on the job, when you feel happy?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm currently still a university student.\nExaminer: Somehow happy?\nCandidate: No, somehow not happy.\nExaminer: Okay, I see. And then, what do you think will make you happy in the future?\nCandidate: Hmm, in the future? Um, I think I can... If I graduate from my school, I can do whatever I want to, like, prepare, like, job things, or, like, career, like, license, like that. So, I think it can be, makes happy more future.\nExaminer: Okay. What made you happy when you were little?\nCandidate: Ah, my university.\nExaminer: No, when you were little, like, when you were, like, elementary school or so.\nCandidate: I think, uh, when I was grade six, like, maybe thirteen years old, uh, my parents sent me the, like, English camp in New Zealand, like, almost one month, half, and it makes me more meaning and meaningful and memorable moment to learn new English, so I think that is more, like, happy things in my kinderhood, yeah.\nExaminer: Childhood years?\nCandidate: Yeah, childhood.\nExaminer: That's cool. And, is there anything that made you feel happy lately? Like, recently?\nCandidate: Recently? Uh, yes, I think I have. My, like, last year, Christmas Day, my dad, uh, ordered a new bat, my- from- from- for my new Christmas gift.\nExaminer: Oh, okay.\nCandidate: Because I used to- I used my bat, old one, Using my dad's, what he used, the bath. So, he thinks that he- he wants to give me the new bath. So, I think that is more recently happy things.\nExaminer: That's an awesome gift. Yes, yes. Um, let's stay on the topic of, like, happy things. Um, let's talk about weekends.\nCandidate: Weekends, yeah.\nExaminer: Yeah, um, has your weekend routine changed in recent times?\nCandidate: A recent time? Yes. Um, I woke up, like, 10 or 11 o'clock.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: But if I go to school, I woke up more early, like, seven or eight, but now it's vacation, so I woke up late, and I have one pad in my house, so I have to carry my dogs in my house, and eat lunch, I eat breakfast, and go around walking, or, like, watch YouTube or Netflix, like that, and still playing with my dog, and sleep again and again.\nExaminer: Sounds like a fun routine. Yeah.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Uh, do you do the same things every weekend?\nCandidate: Not really. Sometimes, like, what I said before, like, late, woke up like that, but if I have an event, something to go, special place or that, I woke up more early time.\nExaminer: Okay. Uh, yeah, that's it for part one.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Uh, let's move on to part two.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Your question is, describe a person who you regularly follow on social media.\nCandidate: Regularly?\nExaminer: Yeah, like someone you follow on SNS, like Instagram or something. So, I'll give you this. You have a minute to take notes, like to answer these little questions, and then you'll have to speak for two minutes. Two minutes.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, so your minute starts now. Okay, you ready?\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, we can start.\nCandidate: Um, who you regularly follow on social media? My friends and my fam- my related family, or my dad's My parents' friends were, like, my middle school, like that, and I know them very old time, and for friends, they are my middle school and high school friends, so I follow this in social media, so they also follow me, and Um, they regularly post about, like, their selfie or some lils, like, short film and, like, video or, like, information about some idea like that. Yeah, and I also follow them because I just want to see their, like, what they posted, and I also love to post, like, pictures or videos, like, to make, like, memory of the- my- the pics. So, I think it's like, I, um, follow the social media because there's, like, some, Like, information in Instagram or, like, Facebook or YouTube, because many people, like, doing, like, take a, like, YouTuber or, like, to take some play game or like that, so I think it's... yeah, that's why I regularly on social media.\nExaminer: Okay, and how do you feel about the people you follow?\nCandidate: I think, not bad. Not bad, because most of the- usually do that. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. That's cool. You spoke for about one minute fifty. So not bad at all. Uh, let's move on to part three questions. So, something that we can ask is, do you think it is easy to make friends on social media?\nCandidate: In social media? Uh, I have one experience about that. I think it can be, but some people are, like, difficulty, because I used to download app for the foreigners, like, new- they want to learn Korean, people, and I also taught them each other, and I have a one, Of the Malaysia friends in social media, I still chat in, like, four years, when I still in the- since when I still in the high school. So, I think it can be, like, easy to- when you chat first, or, like, text her or him, like, it's more easier.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, do you think, or, let's rather say, do you think people will read paper newspapers or books in the future, or will they be more focused on, like, social media to get their news?\nCandidate: Ah, I think they're more focused on the news in, like, TV or, like, YouTube more. Not- most- old people likes read a newspaper in paper, but I think now their genres- genres are changes, so I think most- are most people usually read in the social media.\nExaminer: Okay. Are non-social media, like television and newspapers, still useful?\nCandidate: Uh, television is, I think, still useful, because many people like OTT, like Netflix, like TV drama, like K-drama or K-pop, so most of the people watch the TV programs, so I think it's very useful. But newspaper, I don't think that, because Uh, I don't see the- in my family who are looking for the newspaper in my house, so I think it's not really, like, useful.\nExaminer: I see. Do older people spend any time on social media?\nCandidate: Um, somehow, because most of the people are the busy time to spend their schoolwork or, like, go to the university, but most- some other people usually use the social media well, so I think it's...\nExaminer: Okay. And, let's say we talk about older versus younger people, right?\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Um, do you think they use the same kind of social media, or is it different by age?\nCandidate: Um, I think it's different to the age, because, and I think the, what do we call that? The middle school, not middle school, like elementary school, or middle school, most of the, they're using, like, Facebook. And, uh, high school also using Facebook, but not really much, but nowadays in- in high school where university students mostly used to the Instagram more than, like, Facebook, and for older people,\nExaminer: What can people do on social media? Yeah, like, what are the different things that people do on social media?\nCandidate: Just post, like, pictures, video, like, little shirts, like, and then get some idea from the piece, some papers, and they like to share the idea or in Instagram with their friends, like, so I think it's, like, different. They like to do it.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think something like YouTube should be, uh, classified as social media? Like, you think it's the same type of thing as, like, Instagram or TikTok?\nCandidate: No.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: I think no.\nExaminer: Okay. Cool stuff. I think that's enough for part three.",
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  "serial": 130,
  "title": "130 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, then let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm Yuna Kim.\nExaminer: Yuna Kim?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Is it Y-U-N-A?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Yuna Kim, okay. And Yuna, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: Um, I was a student last year, but I'm currently looking for a job.\nExaminer: Mm, good. And could you tell me what you do when you have some free time?\nCandidate: Uh, my free time, I read a lot. I like novels, short stories, especially by Hemingway.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Or my- the most favorite book is Moby Dick by Herman Belville. Or I listen to music. My favorite ones are Korean, uh, pop music. Yeah, or I go for a walk, something like that.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. Now, let's talk about collecting things. So, do you collect anything?\nCandidate: Uh, I don't really buy things, but I guess I collect books, yeah. Um, whenever I see books online that I really wanted to read, instead of going to library, I like to have them, so I guess I buy books. Yeah, I can say I collect them.\nExaminer: Yes. And are there any things that you have kept from your childhood?\nCandidate: From my childhood, um, a doll. A small, tiny little doll. It's like, it looks like a bear. It can be teddy bear, but this tiny little one. It has, uh, more now from like, I guess, being humid in the atmosphere, being too old, but I have kept it from my childhood since I was very little.\nExaminer: Great. And where do you usually keep the things you need?\nCandidate: Um, that I need, you mean like cell phones, wallet?\nExaminer: Yes.\nCandidate: Um, next to my bed, yeah, or in my bag, or some- somewhere I can see, yeah.\nExaminer: Yes.\nCandidate: So that I don't forget them to take.\nExaminer: Perfect. Okay, now let's talk about watches. So do you wear a watch?\nCandidate: I only wear it whenever I go for something really important, meeting, or when I was a student, graduate student, when we had a conference or event that I really need to see my watch instead of looking at my phone constantly. Then I prefer to wear a watch, but I don't really do it, uh, in my daily time, daily, yeah.\nExaminer: Yes. And have you ever received a watch as a gift?\nCandidate: Yeah, but when I was in middle school or high school, not- or, yeah, it was a gift for my college, entering the college from my dad. I remember that from the Jeju airport. Yeah, when we travel. But that was, like, the last gift for the watch that I got.\nExaminer: Yes. And why do some people wear expensive watches?\nCandidate: Why? Hmm, that's a good question. There are some people who like luxurious things, maybe it expresses their identity, that, uh, it shows them they're important as, uh, watches that they, uh, paid, or maybe they just like them.\nExaminer: And do you think it's important to wear a watch?\nCandidate: Um, y- yes or no. It is important for those who think it is important. Or, I don't think it's important because we always wear, I mean, we always bring our phone with us. But I think it's good to not look at the phone when I'm in an important situation like a meeting or a conference.\nExaminer: Mm. Yes. Perfect. Okay, that'll do us for part one. We'll go on to part two of the test now.\nCandidate: Okay. We're gonna put it in here.\nExaminer: So, here is your question.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: You can use this pencil. Okay. You can do some note-taking there, if you like. So, I'll give you one minute to prepare. Alright. So, you can begin. Okay. That is one minute.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Alright. So, yeah, could you describe a rural area that you have been to?\nCandidate: So, the rural area I went- I've been to is called Yesan in Chungcheong-do, which is my dad's hometown. I went there four or five years ago with my grandmother and with my uncle and his wife. He's, uh, my dad's older brother. We went there because I was just back from the U.S. because I went there for studying as a graduate student. And it was a trip, uh, with all of them to please my grandmother, because she was almost 90 years old, and we haven't really traveled together, so... Uh, we took our dad's car to take, uh, everyone, and we went to different places, like there's a big lake where we could take a walk, or the famous restaurant that they serve, like, fish soup. And then, uh, like the popular, not popular, but like a museum where they, where the guy, like the famous scholar from the dynasty period, like in the history, historical area. And, uh, I felt really good, and it was very precious time to spend with my grandmother since I, I didn't spend much time with her because she was always in the church, and I was always busy studying or working, and, uh, we haven't, yeah, spent time together. So, I really liked, uh, going there.\nExaminer: Perfect. That's two minutes right now.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Okay, the next one. Would you like to go back there in the future?\nCandidate: Yeah, sure. Yeah, it's my dad's hometown, so we can go there. And also, my dad's, uh, sister's husband is there, uh, for farming.\nExaminer: Oh.\nCandidate: Yeah, so we can go there whenever we want to.\nExaminer: Nice, nice. Sounds good. Okay, let's go on to part three of the test. Let's keep it going.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Alright, so, what do you think are the main differences between cities and the countryside?\nCandidate: The main differences can be the number of population that the city has millions of people, but the rural area has very little young, especially young people, that everyone worries about the rural area getting old, uh, that no one could work, Uh, to make the city have, like, a young vibe, and not many children who can take care of the- the area in the future. And the cities, of course, is very busy and vigorous, has 24 hours, 24-7 lights everywhere, uh, never sleep, the city itself. But the rural area goes to, uh, off light after the sun, after the sun goes away. So, it's kind of scary sometimes to walk around after, like, 7, 8 p.m., but not in the city.\nExaminer: Mm, yes. And so you mentioned there that, uh, many young people are leaving rural areas. Are there any measures that governments can take to encourage people to live in rural areas?\nCandidate: Any measure?\nExaminer: Mm, anything they can do.\nCandidate: Oh. Um, if they offer money. Yes. Uh, but enough money to make a living in rural areas, or some jobs that young people can take. Um, or... May create some fun things, not only jobs, but also fun things like music festival or, uh, cinema, the theater, outdoor activities that young parents and children can enjoy that might bring young people to rural areas.\nExaminer: Yes, yes. And what kind of people like to live in rural areas?\nCandidate: Um... People who prefer to live in a slower mode, not as- not in a phase- fast-paced, uh, those who Um, like, to live with people, like, neighbors who can say hi.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Uh, who like to spend some time in nature.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Instead of being in a crowded, noisy, um, yeah, places in city.\nExaminer: Hmm. And for older people, do you think rural areas are more suitable for them, or are cities more suitable?\nCandidate: Depends on what they need. If they are from city, uh, if they spend their whole life in city, they might prefer to live with their children, um, or in a... Sorry. Um, in the, uh, what do you call it, daycare center for older, for the elderly.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: But if they are from the rural areas, then they might not wanna move to other places because, just because they are familiar with it.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Yes. And do people in your country like to go hiking?\nCandidate: Yeah, yeah, a lot. I also like go for hiking, um, and I see a lot of people walking, um, with the sticks and hiking, um, equipment as if they are going to Himalaya mountain or something.\nExaminer: Right. Yeah, true. Okay. Alright, that will do us for part three. So, we've finished the test.",
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  "serial": 131,
  "title": "131 - IELTS Speaking Band 5.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, Min Hyuk Jung.\nExaminer: Okay. Yes. Min Hyuk, uh, let's talk a bit about the city that you live in. Um, would you recommend your city to others?\nCandidate: City to others?\nExaminer: Yeah, would you recommend your city, your hometown, to other people?\nCandidate: Uh, my hometown is Dobong province in Seoul.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: There are many mountains and many people, um, older, very older, old people, because Dobong province is, um, not central city. So, there are many old- old- old people, and there are many mountains, and very, uh, there are many river, fresh- fresh city, and there are many good restaurants.\nExaminer: Okay. Yes. So, you think it is good to live there?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Okay, good stuff. What is the weather like where you live?\nCandidate: Very cold.\nExaminer: Very cold?\nCandidate: Because it's winter.\nExaminer: Ah, right, I see.\nCandidate: Very, very cold, because North- near North Korea.\nExaminer: Ah, okay. Yeah, yeah, yeah. So it's similar to like Ilsan and Paju?\nCandidate: Yeah, yeah, yeah, Uijeongbu, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Uijeongbu, Yangju, very near North Korea.\nExaminer: I see. Yes. Um, do you often see your neighbors?\nCandidate: No, no, no, no, no.\nExaminer: Ah, okay.\nCandidate: Because I think they are... they don't like to meet many people and me too.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yes. So, um, yes, I'm alone.\nExaminer: I see. Do you think your city is friendly to children and old people?\nCandidate: Yes. Because there are many old people, um, not moving to city. Because, um, in Seoul, um, I think many people, Come in Seoul, but not peop- Dobong prov- in, in people, people in Dobong province, not, not, uh, from the other city. I think original Seoul people, I think, my thoughts.\nExaminer: Okay, so that means the people stay, if they live there, they don't go away.\nCandidate: Yeah, yeah, yeah. Too many years ago, I think.\nExaminer: Okay. And in general, do you think the people are friendly in your city?\nCandidate: Uh, yes. Very fresh, and, um, I feel comfortable, and, um, people- people's emotion is good.\nExaminer: Okay. Yeah. It's nice to hear that. Um, would you say your city is your permanent residence? Like, you stay in your city all the time? Or do you live somewhere else also? Um...\nCandidate: I- I don't think that move to other city because Dobong Park is cheap.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah, honestly, it's very- rental fee is very cheap other than Other province in Seoul, yeah, very cheap, I think. And good- good people, very kind people. Gangnam- Gang- Gangnam province is, uh, nervous.\nExaminer: It makes you feel a bit nervous, I see.\nCandidate: Yes, yes.\nExaminer: How long have you lived in your city?\nCandidate: Um, uh, two- two years.\nExaminer: Two years now?\nCandidate: Yeah, yeah, because I'm from... not Seoul.\nExaminer: Ah, okay.\nCandidate: Gyeongsang province, but I have to go to- I had to go to university.\nExaminer: Ah, okay.\nCandidate: Yeah, so, yeah.\nExaminer: Cool, um, that's the five minutes for part one.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: So, let's get over to part two. So, your question is to describe an ambition that you haven't yet achieved.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: So, kind of like a dream or a goal.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: That you haven't yet achieved. So, I'm gonna give you one minute to take notes.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: And then, after that, you can have a go at it.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Okay, so, your note-taking time starts now.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Okay. If you're ready, we can start.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Okay, let's go.\nCandidate: Um, my- my- my ambition? My ambition is master of, uh, safety and professor. Um, but I am not having achieved that because I'm young now. Um, I think other major or other Um, other studying that is, um, very have time, have time, have to have time. And professor or master of safety. So, I'm studying and working to achieve that.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: And I feel so cool to think about that.\nExaminer: Okay. Is that it? Um, yeah, let's move on to the follow-up questions. So that was one minute twenty.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: So we're gonna go on to the follow-up questions now. So the part three of the test.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: When we talk about ambitions and things like that, what do you think are the traits or the characteristic of ambitious people? Like, there are qualities of ambitious people.\nCandidate: Ah, yeah, yeah, yeah. I think, uh, mmm, it's like spring, I, uh, spring, yeah. If they are feel very sad or bad, but like spring, the flexibility of, um, um, Co- coverage. If- if I'm sad, sad, but I'm, I'm cool guy. I- I have, uh, energy and...\nExaminer: Right.\nCandidate: So sad, depression, but I get energy.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Sunny and, uh, girl. People and, I mean, energy. Not depression.\nExaminer: Right. Get energy, yes. Like a spring, you push it down and it comes back up again.\nCandidate: Yes, yes.\nExaminer: Okay. Why do some people like management positions in the workplace? Like, why do some people want to be the boss?\nCandidate: It's originally the character of mankind.\nExaminer: Mmm, okay. Can you explain more?\nCandidate: I wanna, they wanna, we wanna. Older people to other something and I'm very comfortable and satisfied because I'm, it's like a soldier, soldier or, or I'm authority, uh, majority, uh, uh, Yes, um, I'm king, like king.\nExaminer: Oh, yeah?\nCandidate: Yeah, yeah, I'm chess, chess, chess king. Yes, yes, move, stop. Yes, I'm king.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Many people, yeah, I'm king, yeah.\nExaminer: That's a nice way to describe it. Talking about work and ambition and those things, how do you balance your working life and your private life? How do you get a good work-life balance?\nCandidate: Um... I'm- I'm trying to... Uh, stop thinking about working things, work- workplace of things. Because, um, and I like to play tennis, and playing tennis, I can't stop thinking that, uh, working place things. So, please, I- I wanna say to many other My homies, please stop thinking, uh, working place, yes, and, please work out, in, to the gym, or playing tennis, or ping pong, yeah, many other, uh, sports, and, hm... Go out in time.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yes. Yeah. That's it.\nExaminer: You also get people that don't have dreams. What- why do you think people don't have dreams or ambitions in life?\nCandidate: Uh, because they get to know the... it's reality.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: It's reality. Uh, I'm not good pers- person. They think too. I'm not... not enough. Not enough. Not genius. Not gorgeous.\nExaminer: Not perfect people get to know.\nCandidate: So, I don't have dream.\nExaminer: I see.\nCandidate: It's reality. I have to breathe in reality, so I don't have a dream.\nExaminer: Okay. And, why do you think some other people are very ambitious? Like, they have lots of dreams.\nCandidate: Um, it's, uh, very, men, uh, men or women who are very ambitious. Yeah, very ambitious and, uh, very, they, They do very, like, um, achieve the goals, and they're powerful.\nExaminer: Okay. Yeah, that's our five minutes for part three.\nCandidate: Yes.",
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  "serial": 132,
  "title": "132 - IELTS Speaking Band 5.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Ivanka, and the second is Kulikovska.\nExaminer: And are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm thinking I'm a student. I'm trying to learn Korean.\nExaminer: And do you like your studies?\nCandidate: Yes, for sure. I have a very funny tutor. She is very passionate in this language, yes. And, obviously, she knows Korean, Russian, uh, and Chinese languages, yeah. I'm very happy about that.\nExaminer: Hmm, very nice. And what do you do in your free time?\nCandidate: In your- in my free time, I'm- I'm thinking I'm artist, yeah. I'm doing some arts, like portraits, nature, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Now, let's talk about feeling bored. So, do you often feel bored?\nCandidate: Uh, not too much, I think, uh, sometimes, yes, just feeling bored and maybe meeting for my friends, just like that, not bored.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes. And what do you do when you feel bored?\nCandidate: Oh, when I'm feeling bored, I'm thinking, I'm trying to, uh, handle with arts because I'm trying to be better in this. Uh, almost I like portraying people. Yeah, it's some kind of like, I- I see the pretty people, yeah, and trying to remember how they look, yeah, and I'm trying to portraying them. Just like that.\nExaminer: Great! Uh, do you think childhood is boring or adulthood is boring?\nCandidate: No, both are not boring. Childhood is very good time. It's a time when you're living with your grandma, and, uh, you have, uh, so much friends, and just like that. And when you get grown, it's like, uh, it's not like childhood, but it's... Pretty fun.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay, great. So, now let's talk about the evening time. So, what do you usually do in the evening?\nCandidate: Oh, in the evening, almost, I like, uh, painting or meeting with my friends, or both. Just, like, talking and painting, talking and painting, yeah. It's just like that.\nExaminer: Hmm. And are there any differences between what you do in the evening now and what you did in the past?\nCandidate: In the past, when I was young, it was very scheduled, yeah. Because my mom was so strict. Yes, just like that. And now I can do whatever I want. Yeah, you know, I think childhood is like... Not too much good as when you get growed, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, yes, yes. And do you spend your evenings doing the same things on both weekends and weekdays?\nCandidate: Just now, yes, because, uh, it's some kind of, like, student time for me, and I think when I get some job, employment, I think it will be not the same as now. It's too much free time for me.\nExaminer: Oh, I see. Right. And if we turn to the morning time now, could you tell me about your morning routine?\nCandidate: Morning routine, oh, here in Korea, it's like some kind of beauty morning routine, and when I was living in my country, it was morning routine with my dog, because every owner of a dog understands me. You have very early morning, every morning.\nExaminer: Okay, great, great, very nice. So, that'll do us for part one of the test. Now, let's move on to part two. All right. So, yeah, I'll give you this question, neighbor, or... let's have a look here. Yeah, maybe this one will be good. Cool, I'll give you this question now.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: I'll give you that pencil. All right. Alright, Ivanka, that's one minute now.\nCandidate: Yes!\nExaminer: Yes, goes very fast, right?\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Okay, so I'm gonna ask you the question, and you have two minutes to answer the question. Okay.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Right. So, could you describe something you do to keep fit and healthy?\nCandidate: Oh, I'm always on the diet, and I'm running, yeah, in the mornings. Uh, this case, sometimes I'm going to the gym, but it's not scheduled. It's like, when I'm passionate, I'm going to the gym, uh, and take personal training. But I don't think so it's so healthy because it can be shadowed. Sometimes you do that, sometimes you don't do that, and it's like some kind of... I want to do that or no. And running is passionate for me. I have, how to say, Get some stuff for that, yeah, and do that every morning. Even if I feel bored, I will do that, yes. And second part is diet, because when you do sports, but eating wherever you want, it's impossible to get a good fit.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. So that's about one minute of speaking now. All right, nice, nice. And do you usually like running outside or indoors?\nCandidate: Um, running outside, I think, because you see the people. Oh, if I'm running with my dog, it's like, oh my God, I'm very happy in that time, yes.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay, great. So, now we'll move on to part three of the test. Okay. All right. So, yeah, we'll keep going. Okay, so, do you think schools should provide physical education classes to students?\nCandidate: Yes, but interesting in physical education classes. When I was studying in Ukraine, it was some kind of like, uh, okay, take a seat, okay, move your hands. It- it was not so interesting for, uh, children, you know? Uh, I think it may be some kind of like football, something like that. I think so.\nExaminer: Yes, yes. And, um, do you think these days children get enough exercise?\nCandidate: Um, I don't know. I don't have one. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, alright. Um, what about technology? How can people use technology to stay fit?\nCandidate: Technology? I think, uh, if we're talking about gym, uh, it's cool because it's so much, uh, so many, um, I don't know how to say, uh, uh, How to say that? But they have so much, um, How to say that? Running, uh, uh...\nExaminer: Uh, treadmills?\nCandidate: Yeah, treadmills, uh, treadmills for, uh, people, and, um, they can provide you, and they can, uh, uh, do, um, that type of fit wherever you want, just like, I wanna be fit in that part, or in that part, just like that, yes. And if we're talking about, I- I don't think so, it's the same topic, but, er, plastic surgery, I don't- I don't agree with that.\nExaminer: Okay, alright. Cool. Uh, what do you think about using popular celebrities to build awareness for health?\nCandidate: Um, it's cool, but it's some kind of pressure for people because, uh, not all of the people can have the same fit, you know, as in the picture. Sometimes in the picture, it's like, it's some kind of, like, Portraying, I can paint the same, but people can't look in like that, you know, you can have the very, like, it's impossible to have these forms. Yeah.\nExaminer: Yes, yes. And why do you think celebrities could help people, uh, reach their exercise goals?\nCandidate: Um, mostly I don't think so. I think it's kind of pressure, and pressure for- mostly for women, you know, because it's like, when I see some photos, even me, I'm sometimes thinking, like, oh my god, I'm not so beautiful as her, yes, because she's so fit, she's so beautiful, and her skin, and something like that. It's impossible to have the fame in real life. But I think it's like, uh, they motivated us to have higher standards. Yeah, it's good for us.\nExaminer: Yeah, okay, okay. And, yeah, how can parents help and guide their children to stay healthy?\nCandidate: Maybe, uh, by themselves, uh, how they, uh, acting. I think when parents, uh, smoking or doing something like that, or don't doing any sports, it's bad because children are almost looking for us and doing the same, just doing the same. And I think, uh, when I will have kids, I will do sports, um, I will not smoking because they will thinking just like, our mom is just like that. We may do the same.\nExaminer: Yes, yes. And, um, in your country, what do older people do to stay healthy?\nCandidate: They have gardening. Yes, you're gardening. Uh, they don't do any sports. It's not so popular in Ukraine, but, uh, my grandma have a village, a house in the village, and she always do gardening. It's some kind of gym. Believe me, it's some kind of gym. It's very hard. I was trying in it. It's even harder in the gym.\nExaminer: Okay, right. Okay, perfect. That'll do us for part three. Okay. Okay. All done. Thank you.",
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  "serial": 133,
  "title": "133 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, so could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My full name is Gun Park.\nExaminer: Gun Park, nice. And Gun, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I teach English, so, yeah, I- my students are from elementary school to middle school students in Korea, so I teach English as a second language.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes. And do you like your job?\nCandidate: I do, I love, um, just, uh, hanging out with the kids, like, just teaching them, and just, like, teaching them not just the language, also the culture, so, yeah. And, also, they were, like, young kids, I mean, I've been there as well, but, like, they're a new generation, so I get to learn about, like, the new generations, like, what it's like to be, yeah, just, about them as well, so, yeah.\nExaminer: Great. And what do you like to do in your free time?\nCandidate: Um, I like to hang out with friends, and I also like to, kind of like, activities, like, work out and stuff. So, like, when I'm with friends, um, I don't- I don't drink, so I usually do, like, kind of like, sports with friends, like, I go running, and I go hiking, and it's winter right now, so I went to- I went to do, like, um, ice skating recently. So, yeah, that's what I do when I, like, in my free time.\nExaminer: Mmm, great. So now we're gonna talk about sitting down. So where is your favourite place to sit?\nCandidate: My favourite place to sit down, um... I would say, um, I would say my favorite place to sit down at this moment would be in a, like, I live close to the Grand Park in Seoul, so, and I go for, I go for, like, walk, I go for a run a lot in the park, and I like to sit down, just, like, space out, and, like, sometimes I listen to the music, and sometimes I, like, listen to nothing. And, yeah, literally doing nothing, like, just being, existing. So, yeah, that's what I like to do.\nExaminer: Hmm, great. And... do you feel sleepy when you're sitting down?\nCandidate: Um, sometimes, like, if I'm, like, physically tired, like, mentally or physically tired, I feel sleepy, but usually, like, when I'm sitting down, like, when I'm, like, I'm able to go somewhere to, like, sit down, like, on purpose, I feel like, um, I'm going there for, like, for a reason, so usually I don't really feel sleepy, but, like, if I'm, like, physically, mentally tired, like, for example, like, after work, going back home from work, Yeah, I feel, like, tired when I'm sitting down.\nExaminer: Yes. And when you were a child, did you used to sit on the floor?\nCandidate: Um... Like, I- I sit- I sat down on a, like, either floor or on a chair as well. Like, like, I was born and raised in Korea, so, like, in our culture, we like to sit down on the floor, even if we have, like, sofa or couch. So, yeah, I think I- I- yeah, I sat down on the floor quite a lot when I was younger.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes. Er, now let's talk about swimming. So, do you like swimming?\nCandidate: I do love swimming, yeah. So, obviously, it's winter right now. I mean, I can go to, like, indoor swimming pool, but, like, I like to do... I like to enjoy the sport when the... I like, for example, like, swimming. I like to swim when it's, like, like, actually hot outside. So, summer, last year, I went to swim in the swimming pool, like, around where I live, and I also went to one of the beach in, like, one of the beaches in South Korea. I went to, um, east, uh, a pla- a city called, uh, Gangneung, Gangneung-si. I went to, um, I don't remember the name of the- the beach. Anyways, I went to one of the beaches in there, and I, yeah, I really enjoyed my time in there.\nExaminer: Hmm. And what do you think are the differences between swimming in a swimming pool and swimming in the sea?\nCandidate: Um, I feel more relaxed swimming in this sea, because, you know, like, if you like- if you like to- if you swim in swimming pool, you have to wear, like, um, the hat, and also you have to wear, like, I mean, you don't have to wear a goggle, but it's, like, easier, and like, so, there are more rules to swim in swimming pool, so I feel- I feel like swimming in the sea is easier, and I feel more relaxed, and also I get to enjoy the sun, so, I like it better.\nExaminer: Yes. Perfect. That will do us for part one of the test. So now we'll go on to part two. Let me give you your question. Yes, here's your question. And I'll give you a pencil if you like. So, you know, for part two, you have one minute to prepare, so you can read the question, think about your answer, and you can do note-taking here, if you like. Yeah. Alright? So I'll give you one minute from now. Go on. Yeah.\nCandidate: I think I'm okay.\nExaminer: Yeah. Yeah. All good, mate. Alright, so yeah, I'll stop you at two minutes. So could you describe an interesting neighbor?\nCandidate: Um, yeah, one of my interesting neighbours is, um, a lady who lives on the 12th floor in my flat, and I know her because she's a friend of my mum. Like, they got- they met each other in the church, in the Catholic church, and her son is Like, three years younger than me, and he got to, like, hang out with, uh, my brothers and I, like, when we were, like, since we were younger. So that's how I know her and her family in general. And what we do together is, Um, my mum likes to cook, and, uh, her friends, my- my neighbour, she likes to cook as well, so whenever we cook something, we like to share, so if we, like, have a time together, like, when we, like, visit each other, we like to eat together. And the reason why I found, uh, her, uh, the reason why she's interesting is, uh, she's got, like, funny accent. Like, I'm from the south, but she's like, uh, so I have, like, very, very southern accent. But she's from, like, a place called Daegu. And to me, anyway, like, people, I found, uh, I found the accent from Daegu quite funny, cause, People say our accent is, like, really aggressive, and, uh, like, really masculine, but, to me, their- their accent is, like, so much more harsh, so, and she's got, like, pretty thick accent, so I found- I found her accent pretty interesting.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Yeah. Okay. Perfect. Right, so that's about 1.45 there. Alright, great. Oh, okay. So, uh, do you often see this neighbor?\nCandidate: Um, I think so, like, but ever since I, like, moved away from home, I didn't really get to see her, but, uh, when I was, like, living with my fam- like, family, like, at my parents' place, like, uh, when I was at school, yeah, I- I- I- I saw her, like, pretty often.\nExaminer: Yes. Okay. So now let's go on to part three of the test, all right?\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. So, uh, how do people build relationship\nCandidate: In the culture of, uh, South Korea, our culture, we like to, um, for example, But, like, during the movie, like, uh, like, when they are doing, like, the, uh, like, redecoration, like, interior moving stuff, they, like, they just make noise, like, a lot. So, like, for example, like, they have to use the lift a lot, and also, like, you know, like, moving, like, heavy stuff, they- they can make, like, noises, so, we, like, people, like, make some noise on the lift, like, oh, I'm a newbie in this flat. And then, as soon as they are done, we like to give away some, like, snack, and we- it's called tteok, it's like rice cake. So, it's like, kind of like, uh, greetings, like, for the first time, just to give, like, give them, like, good first impression, and also just say hi that, uh, like, I'm the newbie here. So, that's how people make a start to, like, make, like, build a relationship. Yes, when they move.\nExaminer: Nice. And, uh, why do you think some people in large cities do not know their neighbours?\nCandidate: Because, uh, you know, like, this generation, this society is, like, really busy, and also, um, just, the apartment blocks, like, flat, it's, like, completely separated, and everyone wants to have their, like, own private place, so... Also, everyone has, like, different, like, routines. Some people wake up, like, like, really early in the morning, or some- some- like, if- if the people, like, work in the night, they, like, they like to sleep in the morning, so if the schedule doesn't really match, they don't really get to see each other, so that's why, yeah.\nExaminer: Mmm, yes, yes. And do you think it's important to know your neighbours, or is it okay not to know them?\nCandidate: Um, it's okay not to know them, but it's, I think, I would say it's better to know them, because, you know, like, you never know what's gonna happen, like, for example, uh, you might literally, like, uh, for example, if you have, like, some, like, health conditions, and if you, like, literally fainted on the floor, like, If you know your neighbour, then they might know, like, something's going on to me, so they might, like, reach out, and if I don't respond, they can, like, call the police or something. So, like, but, if I don't know, like, if I, like, literally don't know them, and if I have, if I am going through, like, some difficult times, then, yeah, it's gonna difficult, it's gonna be difficult to, like, ask for help. So, I think it's better to know, like, make some, like, get to know the neighbours.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes. And when we think about children, how do children build relationships with others in a community?\nCandidate: Um, they go to either, like, um, you know, like, nursery or playground to, like, get to know them first, and, like, hang out, like, you know, having, like, small chats. And, like, do some kind of, like, activities together, like, for example, like, reading together, or, like, if an organization, like, for example, the nursery is, um, like, uh, holding an event, then, yeah, they get to participate together, like, just interact with each other, so, yeah, that's how kids get to know each other.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes. And do you think children spend a lot of time outdoors these days?\nCandidate: Um, I would say this, uh, like, these days, children, um, spend less time outside, actually, because, you know, um, not- it's also, uh, like, uh, it's- some parents find it, like, really dangerous to, like, let the kids outside, and also, A lot of people, not just children, a lot of people spend their time online, like, to, like, you know, like, on the screen, like, watching something, like, playing game. Even people, like, read books on, like, on the screen as well, so... I think it's the same for the kids. Kids spend less time outside and, like, more time indoors.\nExaminer: Okay. Perfect. That'll do us for part three. Thank you for taking the test.\nCandidate: Thank you for your time.\nExaminer: Yes. Okay.",
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  "serial": 134,
  "title": "134 - IELTS Speaking Band 6.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, alright, let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Leon Park.\nExaminer: Leon Park, okay. And Leon, are you working, or are you a student? Um, okay, and do you like your job? Great. And could you tell me about your hometown?\nCandidate: Now, uh, Taiwan is a bit, uh, we'll call it a small way from Seoul. It takes almost a mile from here. And, my hometown is kind of, kind of a regional city, uh, rural area. And I used to live in the rural area, and... There are a lot of- there are a lot of laws that I have to do. Sometimes I have to help my father, because, uh, I mean, the environment is so unpleasant in the house. It's pretty, somehow, stuff. And, or, you see, kind of, you know, the tree, and the kind of rain, it is raining, and, yeah, a lot of, uh, I mean, a bunch of things that I have to do. And, so, sometimes, like, our time, we have three cars, and all the cars, Alright, perfect.\nExaminer: Uh, now let's talk about, uh, views. So, where is your favorite place to enjoy a nice view?\nCandidate: Yeah, anywhere, really. I think it's kind of odd. It's kind of odd, but, um, whenever it is possible, I always try to, like, uh, I don't know, I tend to, uh, as a, uh, into it, I mean, I like, I enjoy listening to a little bit of this, um, because I can, I can relate to myself a little bit, you know, so, yeah. And sometimes I, I'd like to go on a single tour.\nExaminer: Okay, so yeah, what is the view like around, uh, the place where you live?\nCandidate: Now I'm living in a basement, and there are kind of apartment abbey, far away from my apartment, so, so when I get to my school, we can take a look around the building, so we can kind of look out, even if we like to look out a bit, we can still look out, uh, still find our apartment, and...\nExaminer: Okay, now let's talk about, uh, meeting new people. So, do you enjoy talking with new people?\nCandidate: Hmm, okay.\nExaminer: Yes, and have you made any new friends recently?\nCandidate: Yeah. When I traveled to, uh, Egypt, Egypt, Egypt, uh, I was- I traveled to Egypt recently, and I met a lot of Egyptian people, and they also translated it to me, and my host translated it to me. And, I don't know, I don't like to speak English, but they translated it to me, so, Perfect.\nExaminer: That'll do us for part one. We're going to part two now. I'll give you your question. So, yes, there is your question. I'll give you a pencil now. There you go. So, I'll give you one minute to do some note-taking. So, yeah, you can start note-taking right now. Yeah. All right, mate. That's one minute. Yeah. Okay, so could you describe a person who likes to buy goods at low prices?\nCandidate: I used to, my mom is the, uh, uh, the definition of that, that person, you know, I used to, my mom is, uh, is very used to it, used to buying something at a cheap, cheap price, you know, and, I think, Well, you know, I think almost every man is seen all over the world. Once, most people used to buy some groceries outside, and then make some food inside the home. So, they usually go to a traditional market, or to a grocery store, or to a house, um, In traditional music, it's very, kind of, familiar. It's very familiar. In fact, it's kind of, uh, very strict, um, that, I mean, people, uh, visually, I mean, it's likely, people are likely to compromise about price, and, uh, they try to reduce the, reduce or cut back the price, you know, as much as possible, you know. And, so, I think it is awkward in traditional market, most likely, and, again, the- the reason why they want to reduce the cost is to saving the money and for their household- household, um, finance, right?\nExaminer: Okay, alright, that's about a minute and a half there. Okay, a minute and a half. Are you also a person who likes to buy goods at low prices?\nCandidate: Because I'm familiar- I'm quite unfamiliar with, uh, reducing the price with people. I'm not that proficient in, uh, compromising people, uh, in regards to reducing the price. So, I would say, you know, you know, wherever it is possible to do this, I think it's very important to keep, because many modern guys, or many shoppers, will try to, you know, I mean, they took from past customers, or travel, you know. So, I think we must, I should, compromise about that price. Because I can say, my project, my travel, and then, I will work to the full on, but it's not fun.\nExaminer: Absolutely. Okay. So yeah, let's begin part three now. So, do you think things are more expensive in large shopping malls?\nCandidate: I'm sorry, one more time please?\nExaminer: Yeah, sure. Uh, do you think products are more expensive in large shopping malls?\nCandidate: I think, you know, the bigger- the bigger development is, eh, uh, the better opportunity they will have, uh, uh, buy- buy something at low cost, you know, because they will have a massive amount of merchandise at once. I mean, they can- they can have, you know, all the opportunity to compromise with- with the seller.\nExaminer: Hmm, and what are the differences between shopping in a large shopping mall and shopping in a smaller store?\nCandidate: The most, uh, the- the most prominent address that I see, like, is, uh, whether you can compromise your life with, say, uh, your ex, uh, with this method, it is almost impossible to compromise the trust, uh, because everything is, uh, in right, uh, in right, uh, set food, uh, high regard, I think that, I mean, it's possible that we can analyze the price,\nExaminer: And do you think advertising is important?\nCandidate: Yeah, I think even just merchandise is, you know, even about, um, you know, about sports, sports event is very important. Yeah, so merchandise, of course. I mean, because we don't know about the artificial world, kind of, like, like, if we are not exposed to agro-personals, then we- we wouldn't have had any opportunity to know about this, like, the real world, you know. There's so much, and first there's such a spiral of I mean, I mean, seeing the, uh, advertisement and comes out every video that is posted down, uh, and, uh, we all see this video, and, uh, in Berlin, uh, there's Nike, and, uh, the rainbow, uh, name is coming to, uh, our brain. It is- it's the way the advertisement goes, uh, is spreading.\nExaminer: Is there any kind of advertising that you think is ineffective?\nCandidate: Um, a few advertisements is not that efficient to some specific customers, potentially. If I didn't like this item, potentially, if I didn't like this, you know, this answer, answer, well, you know, Uh, coming into entertainment, um, I can touch this person. If I didn't have any interest in that person, then it wouldn't attract my focus, instinct, or some- or this, you know, soul. I think it depends on the- what type of island, you know, I am now seeing in entertainment. Entertainment is not solely important to- to- to talk about, I mean, Okay, yes.\nExaminer: And what do you think are the disadvantages of shopping in a street market? Yeah, or I would say maybe compared to a large department store, like a street market.\nCandidate: When it comes to, you know, capability and class, it's very, it's a, of course, uh, like we've discussed already, a department store with, uh, much bigger, bigger role, very, uh, I mean, class is very affordable and reasonable compared to, like, a smaller market. And, and also, there is a, you know, There are just, uh, similar varieties, similar varieties of iron, like this thing, like the, the diversity of iron. When it comes to choosing the iron, there should, there, there should be some, a lot of choices, a lot, a lot of choices. Yeah, so that you can see around and look around what is the best course for you. Yeah. But, honestly, like I said, they're just similar, actually. They're really different, you know, the choice that I can choose. So, yeah.\nExaminer: Nice. Okay, that'll do us.",
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  "serial": 135,
  "title": "135 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: So, today we're going to do your IELTS speaking test. So, the test has three parts. The first part is some kind of general questions, and then after that, we'll move on to the extended response question. You'll have one minute to prepare your answer, and you may speak for up to two minutes. If you start to speak for longer than that, I will stop you, okay? Then, the final part are topic-based questions. Alright, so then, let's get into your test. Alright, so did you ever go on a picnic when you were a child?\nCandidate: Uh, absolutely, yes. I have been to the very, uh, very famous park near my home. So, I went to the, it's named called, uh, the Grand Children's Park. So, it's quite close to my house. It about takes, uh, three to four minutes. So, we went there with my friends and even my family. So, we had a picnic there, and then we have some food there, too.\nExaminer: Hmm, that sounds lovely. Okay, and how often do you go on picnics nowadays?\nCandidate: Nowadays, it's really hard to go on a picnic because- because of a lot of jobs and in the works, but I usually go to by myself, like, uh, the once in a week, I try to, because, uh, there is a salt forest near my home, it takes about 20 to 30 minutes by subway, so, uh, yeah, whenever I have some time, less time, then I go to- go on a picnic.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And, um, so you like to go to Seoul Forest, but is there anywhere else you like to go on a picnic? So, where do you go?\nCandidate: Uh, actually, nowadays, I go to the riverside, Hangang Riverside. So, but it's already packed with the people because of the nice weather. But, uh, so, I usually go to the riverside because it's quite close to Seoul Forest, too. So, when I go to the Seoul Forest, and then go move on to the riverside. And then, uh, other side, maybe, uh, the mountains. Sometimes, I, uh, go on the mountains, but not that harsh one. So, yeah, in that way, I go to the hike.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay, great. And what is the difference between a picnic and cooking at home?\nCandidate: Picnic and cooking at home? Oh, I always make my food by myself for a picnic. So, like, the kimbap or the sandwiches, it's easy to have and easy to make. So, there's- I think there's no big difference for me because I always make my food for picnic.\nExaminer: Okay, great. So now, let's move on to part two. Alright, so your question for part two is to describe an old friend that you got in contact with again.\nCandidate: Okay, ah, okay.\nExaminer: There you go. Okay, that's one minute, and now you have two minutes to describe an old friend that you got in contact with again.\nCandidate: Uh, I cannot say his name, but, uh, he has very unique personality, and he also a lot- a lot of touches on the body, even in the elbows, or the- the arms, and in the back, and then even in the, like, the legs. But- and he has very- the reason I- I say he's very unique personality is based on his, uh, the life- the way of living, I guess. He actually studied the politician, political studies, sciences, but now he is studying the aesthetics, and, uh, he has very strong, uh, sense of fashion. He really likes the fashions, and then he pursued some kind of the image of the street fashion, so he always, always buys so many things from the, the clothes, for clothes. And we actually first met in the university. Actually, we went to the different university, but we have the- the friends in between. So he introduced him to me, so we- we met at- it's about 10 years ago, then Uh, so we- actually, now, we are in the same school, but I'm a- this graduate school student, and he's working in a campus, so we can meet whenever we want to ma- meet, and then we can have just, uh, lunchtime together, and then we can have some grab- grabbing coffee together. So, it is very easy to, uh, have same time and even we went to the- the Sinchon and Itaewon because it was, uh, his birthday last week. So, I'm very comfortable with him when I was- when I with- when I am with him. So, yeah, that is him.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Sounds like a really good friend.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: And it's nice that you can see each other very often. Okay, great. So, moving on, what is the influence of social media on friendship?\nCandidate: Definitely, I think the social media is really important for making a relationship with other people, but I think, but some of my friends has no accounts on the social media. He- he or she doesn't have any, uh, account like the Instagram, the Facebook, but we are still getting in touch with them. So, social media is really important, but we can have another, uh, message to contact with. So, the social media is really important, but it's- I think it's quite close to the influenced... stuff. Like, the social media have the kind of the business. So, the friendship, I think the social media has- doesn't have that kind of the impact on the friendship.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay, I see. Why do people lose contact with their friends after graduation?\nCandidate: Mmm, I have kind of the belief that, uh, people usually under the different circumstance made the different choices. So, after graduation, like, I went to the A company and then my friend might go to the B company, then we can not share the same things anymore. Like, before that, we have the same thing in the university or the- the colleges or the high school. So we can share the every things, but now we have the different time in the different places, so we cannot, uh, make the same things in life together. So in that way, we cl- we slowly separated, and then the- the we can- we- I do not have the- so many things share with them, so it's naturally we are separating.\nExaminer: Mm, I see. Do people in your country like to make new friends?\nCandidate: Hmm, it's- I think it's depending on the situation. Like, I don't want to refer the MBTI here, but, like, we have the common sense about the MBTI, like, the I person or the E person in that way. Like, I think it's, uh, same to the other countries. Like, when I'm introverted personality, then I do not\nExaminer: Okay, great. And now, on to your last question. So, do you think old friends are more important to the old generation or the young generation?\nCandidate: Hmm, I think I, uh, there is kind of the, the one things, but it, uh, is, uh, I guess, it can admit, like, the, the, Without thinking of the generation, we can share the same things like that. So, old generation, young generation, but we have kind of the general manner and the general etiquette about that. So, old friends, I think it doesn't matter anymore, like the old generation and the young generations. Like the- without the gen- without thinking of the generation, we can share the everything and then we can share the experiences.\nExaminer: Okay, great.",
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  "serial": 136,
  "title": "136 - IELTS Speaking Band 9.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, so, for your IELTS speaking test, um, I'll just break down the test format for you before we get started, okay?\nCandidate: Sounds great.\nExaminer: Okay, so, in the first part, you'll get some sort of easy or general questions, um, kind of like warm-up questions. Then, after that, uh, we'll move on to the extended response portion of the test. In the extended response portion of the test, you will get one question prompt, and you will get a piece of paper to plan your answer on. You can plan your answer for one minute, okay? Once that one minute is up, I will ask you your question, and you may speak for up to two minutes, okay?\nCandidate: Alrighty, sounds good.\nExaminer: And then after that, we will have some topic-based questions, okay?\nCandidate: That sounds great.\nExaminer: Alright, let's get started then. Okay, so, how often do you write with a pen?\nCandidate: With a pen, uh, I would say at least three times a week. I've mostly transferred my writing all to digital, so, uh, it's very hard to see me holding a pen or any other writing instrument.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay, so you mainly type nowadays.\nCandidate: Yes, I only type or, um, text. That's a lot more convenient to write down my ideas or, uh, send messages. Yes.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. When you do write by hand, is your handwriting easy for other people to read?\nCandidate: I would say it is legible, but not neat. Uh, it's at a very weird intersection, I'd say, where it's like, I- I guess, I guess it's legible, but I wouldn't really be first place in, um, best handwriting competitions.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay, so it's readable, but not the best.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Hmm, I see. Alright. Do you like to receive cards with handwritten words?\nCandidate: I do like to receive cards with handwritten words. I feel like that feels- that adds a bit of, um, personality whenever, uh, you receive something, a gift like that, and I think I try to write handwritten notes for my, uh, whenever I, uh, put in gifts or messages or cards, uh, and I feel like that really does add a little bit extra.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Can we tell someone's personality from his or her handwriting?\nCandidate: I believe so, yes. Um, if it's very neat, very clean, very organized, you can really tell that person put a lot of time and effort into making sure that their message is clear, that they are a very organized person. But on the other hand, if it is messy and scribbled, then we can probably infer that maybe the person, uh, has a lot of other thoughts or needs to go through things very quickly, and that results in handwriting being messy and not being easy to read.\nExaminer: Hmm, I see, okay. And what is the difference between writing with a pen and typing on a computer?\nCandidate: I believe the difference is accessibility. Uh, it is whatever you have at the moment, right now. If you have a pen and you have ideas, or if you have Things you need to write, then I believe that taking out the pen would be faster, but on the other hand, if you are sitting at a computer, or if you need to send an email to your boss, um, those types of situations, a computer and its accessibility would be more important.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Alright, that is the end of your part one.\nCandidate: Alright.\nExaminer: So, let's move on to part two. You will have one minute to prepare your answer, and your question is to describe a person who often helps others.\nCandidate: Alrighty, sounds great.\nExaminer: Alright, that is your one minute. So, now you have two minutes to describe a person who often helps others.\nCandidate: Alrighty, um, I'd say, uh, a person that often helps others is someone with, first, a lot of responsibility. They know their position and they know, How and what they can do, um, in order to help people. And I think having responsibility comes with an impartial mind. Being able to see a lot of different perspectives and without giving partiality, without giving favoritism to any of the Situations. And I feel like a good example of a person who I described is, uh, my friend. We met in the military, and he was often the one to solve disputes, to solve conflicts, uh, within our friend group. I am not a very outgoing person, so... I'm very thankful for him, that he was able to help me through that, and able to give me support whenever we had problems. Uh, as for why I feel like he helped me, uh, well, it's mostly because of friendship, I believe. We're friends. So, if he needs help, I go to help him, and if I need help, he comes to help me. And I feel like building that relationship is What, um, is truly the cause of, like, how, why we help people. And how do I feel about this person? I feel nothing but the utmost gratefulness. And... because I do feel like without him, my military career, uh, would have been a lot harder than it was.\nExaminer: All right. Okay, so I'm really happy that you met such a nice and supportive friend who could help you during that hard time.\nCandidate: Hmm, me too.\nExaminer: He sounds like a great person.\nCandidate: He is.\nExaminer: Okay, wonderful. So, now let's get on to part three.\nCandidate: All right.\nExaminer: All right. Why are some people willing to help others? Why are some people willing to help others?\nCandidate: Well, I do believe that, um, again, it's that relationship that they've built over the years. If- you're more likely to help someone that you know than someone on the street, right? Most- it's a very sad truth, but when people, uh, they ask for help on the street, a lot of people turn a blind eye, because, simply put, they don't know the person. It doesn't affect their own personal life. It's very selfish, in a way, but it's unfortunately true. Um, I do try to help people, uh, whenever, like, just strangers, because I do understand their position. I understand that relationship that, uh, Uh, that situation that they are in. So, for example, if someone is lost and needs directions, I've been there before, I understand how that feels. So, I always try to tend to help them, but most people, again, um, they don't have that thought, they don't have that, oh, this doesn't directly impact me, so therefore I won't help them. Uh, yes, I do believe that that is a core reason why.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And, in what kinds of professions do people help others more?\nCandidate: I believe more service jobs, like, um, firefighters, uh, policemen, those types of people are willing to always help others, and, well, that's the easy answer, but I do feel like, um, a more intricate answer, I'd say, a more deeper answer than just firefighters and policemen, is, I do feel like, Uh, really, lawyers need more credit than what they normally get. Um, being able to help a family through legal trouble, uh, being able to help an individual through, like, bankruptcy, through hard times, is something really a lawyer can do, and I feel like that is an underrated statement of the job.\nExaminer: Hmm. Okay, so, who should teach children to help others, parents or teachers?\nCandidate: I do feel like parents should be the up- most, um, up- up-front with their teaching, uh, especially regards to young children. I do believe that The parents should set a good role model, uh, they should set a good example for the children to learn, and the teachers should be more of, like, guiders, like, general direction, uh, yeah. They point them towards the general direction, but the parents should be the one to really get in, uh, really... Teach them the intricacies of what's right, what's wrong, how to help people, when should you help people, and I feel like that isn't something you learn at a school.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay, I see. And now for your final question. Do people nowadays help others more than in the past?\nCandidate: I do believe people help others more currently in the present than in the past. If you look at the internet, uh, if you type up any problem you may have, uh, whether it be skin problems or, um, whether you have a car issue, if you search up the problem online, there's always a forum, there's always an article written by people to help other people. The fact that we live in this digital era, where we can have the access to search for anything, uh, directly impacts how people help others, and it creates a lot more opportunities for people to more engage with others across the world. Yes. So, yeah, I do believe that in this digital era, we are able to help more than before.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Alright, so that is everything for your IELTS speaking test.\nCandidate: Alrighty.",
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  "serial": 137,
  "title": "137 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello, how are you doing today?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm doing okay.\nExaminer: Okay, that's great, and can you tell me your name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, my name is Hongin Kim.\nExaminer: Ah, okay, and it's a bit rainy outside, were you okay?\nCandidate: Uh, well, it was a bit rainy in very early morning, but when I- on my way, it stopped raining, so it was fine.\nExaminer: Oh, okay, that's wonderful, I'm happy to hear that. Okay, so, let's get going with part one of our speaking test.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: So, what do you usually do on weekends?\nCandidate: Um, on weekends, I try to, um, get as much sleep from- as possible, because I usually don't get a lot of sleep during the weekdays, because, um, I'm usually very busy, um, studying for, um, my major. So, um, most of the time I try to catch up some sleep that I've been deprived of during the weekdays, and if I have any time left, Um, I try to do some workouts for my health and, um, some other things that I would like to- I like to do on the weekend is to hang out with my friends, like, to catch up how they're doing. So, yeah, these are the things that I like doing during the weekends.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And did you do anything special last weekend?\nCandidate: Um, last weekend, I was in my hometown with my family, and, um, my sister came home from university during the weekend, so we spent- we had some family time together, and, um, I made some, um, creamy pasta for her, which is one of the dishes that I have been practicing lately, so we had some cozy family time.\nExaminer: Okay, wonderful, and what will you do next weekend?\nCandidate: Um, for the next weekend, I don't have much plans, um, made in advance, but, um, I'm reading some books about Korean history lately. This is, like, Korean history is one of the things that I've been interested in nowadays, so I think I'll get some books from the library and try to get through the book as much as I can.\nExaminer: Okay, wonderful. That sounds really nice. Thank you. And what do other people in your hometown usually do on weekends?\nCandidate: Um, for the people in my hometown, I think they- it- they do the things that are very typical for other people as well. Um, for example, like, just like me, they would catch up on their sleep and have some family time, or they might go to some other cities nearby my hometown, which is, um, for example, cities like Busan, and I think that's what people mostly do.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Okay, so that is the end of part one. So, now we're gonna do part two. I will give you a sheet of paper and a pencil so you can prepare your answer for one minute. Okay? So, your question is, describe a person who taught you a skill when you were a child. Alright, and you have one minute to prepare. Okay, that's one minute. So, can you describe a person who taught you a skill when you were a child?\nCandidate: Okay, um, I can think of a time when I was a child, um, well, one day, like, my brother taught me how to ski. I was, um, in New Zealand for, um, for, like, English learning process, and I was there with my, um, mom and my brother, And we went on a, um, weekend- weekend vacation to a nearby ski resort in a home that we stayed. Um, but the problem was, like, I was- it was my first time to ever go on a ski trip, and I was really afraid of learning, um, skiing from foreigners. But then, the real problem was, um, learning from a, um, foreign teacher to teach me ski was the only option I had since we were abroad. Um, so, like, we were in this, um, kind of trouble where I didn't want to go, like, off to a lesson with someone I didn't know, and, like, as a child, I was really afraid of, like, being left alone with a foreign teacher. Um, so, like, my brother, um, decided to- he would learn the skills, um, first, and then he would teach me how to do it. And luckily, my brother is a really, um, He has, like, some gifted, um, ability in learning this sport really quick. So he was able to, like, get the skills really quick, and he delivered, like, what he learned from the teacher to me, and we were able to enjoy this kid trip, um, very happily. So, um, like, he took me to a real, um, beginner courses, and, um, he told- he told me that it's not something that you have to be afraid of, and it's okay, that he has my back for it. And, um, like, it was like, uh, I think basically the first time that I- I've ever felt, uh, my brother so, like, as a reliable person, because, um, because he was a child himself by back then, so he was, like, um, always, like, playing- playing tricks on me, and he was always, like, More interested in going out with his friends. So, he- I thought that as a child, he wasn't doing much of his responsibility as he- as an older brother. But then, um, I felt really thankful that he dedicated his time for me to teach me the skills how to- how to ski in a fun way. Um... So this is, like, one of the most, um, one of my favorite childhood memories of, like, being thrown in a, um, like, a ski slope in a- another country, like, being rescued by my brother, like, he told me how to enjoy skiing, And without him, like, I would have been just been sitting somewhere, like, not being able to ski. And that ski trip would have been a, like, one of the worst- could have turned out to be the very, uh, a very bad childhood memory. But thanks to my brother, I could- I- I was able to enjoy the trip. So, um, since then, skiing has been one of my hobbies that I like to do in the wintertime, and until now, I go skiing with my brother very often, and we always talk about the time that- how he, like, was a good brother to me, and he always, like, um, brags about it, so it's- I think it's a fun memory to me.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Alright, great job. So now we'll move on to part three of the test.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: So, what skills should children learn before school?\nCandidate: Um, I think, like, one of the most important skill that a child has to learn before school is, um, about socializing. Um, I know that before, um, entering school, children don't have, like, much, um, chance to get along with other kids. Um, but then it could be a, uh, it could be a trouble when they're, like, suddenly thrown out into a school full of the- full of other strangers if the child hasn't learned how to socialize with others in advance. Um, so, like, before school, I think parents should, like, at least try to give as much opportunities for their children to, um, to help to get along with their peers.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And what is the difference between the roles of teachers and parents in education?\nCandidate: Um, I would say the main difference is about, um, like, teaching the educational materials, like, um, for example, like, teachers, um, I mostly think about, um, learning, like, some really academic stuff, like, um, mathematics, science, or English, that, um, the educational materials that are really academic. Um, but then parents are more, um, has the responsibility of teaching their kids in, Some, um, some education that can be done in-house, for example, te- teach them, um, some social rules or, like, moral lessons. So, I think that would be the ac- whether it's academic or not, whether the focus is on the academic or not, I think that's the main difference.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. And, how do adults learn a new skill?\nCandidate: Um, yeah, personally, I think it's, uh, it's quite a challenge for adults to learn a new skill. Um, but then, if they wanted to, like, it would, of course, depend on what skill is it- is it they want to learn, but they can enroll a class easily nowadays. There are all sorts of, um, classes that you can enroll to learn a new skill. Like, for example, like, if you're an elderly who is not familiar with the recent technologies, for example, like, using the computer or phones, Um, there's, like, a class, um, prepared for them, and, um, even the foreign languages, like, it's easy to, um, have access to education if a person wanted to really look for them.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And, is the internet good for learning new skills?\nCandidate: I- I would absolutely say yes. Um, for ex- um, especially, I think YouTube is a great example how it can be a great platform for education. Um, like, if you type in just, like, one simple keyword of, like, how to do, like, something, there's, like, uh, you can find hundreds of YouTube- YouTubers who are ready to help for you. Like, it would include- include the most basic level to the advanced level, and... And, yeah, so I think Internet can be a really great way for a person to start out a new thing.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. So that is everything for the test today.",
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  "serial": 138,
  "title": "138 - IELTS Speaking Band 5.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: So, how are you today?\nCandidate: I'm really doing great.\nExaminer: Okay, that's wonderful. So, let's get into your IELTS speaking test, all right? So, just to give you a quick run-through, the first section will be some kind of general conversational questions. Then we will go into part two, which is our extended response question. You will get a prompt, and you will have one minute to prepare your answer. Then you can give your answer for up to two minutes. If you start to speak for longer than that, I'll stop you, okay?\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Then we'll move on to part three, which are topic-based questions.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Alright, so, do you like meeting new people?\nCandidate: Yes, um, I'm kind of extrovert person, I think, so I really like to hang out with my friends and also meet new people so I can connect new, like, new experience or new people, so yeah, I really like it.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And how do you feel when people welcome you?\nCandidate: Um, uh, it's really feeling great because I also, when I knew new people, I really welcomed them, so if they welcome to me, I'm really feeling great and, yeah.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm, great. And do you often meet new people?\nCandidate: Uh, yeah, I think I really like to meet new people, so I also find some new chance that I can new people, uh, meet new people, but sometimes it's too hard to meet new people because my, which is schedule, and so sometimes my schedule is so strict, so it's really hard to find some new meet people, but I'll try every time that I can Give a- give a chance to meet new people, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And, can you tell if you like someone when you meet them for the first time, and why?\nCandidate: Um, sorry, can you speak again?\nExaminer: Oh, that's okay. So, can you tell if you like someone when you meet them for the first time? And then, if yes, why?\nCandidate: Uh...\nExaminer: So, the first time you meet someone, can you easily tell if you will like this person, you know, as a friend? And how can you tell?\nCandidate: Um, um, I think... Uh, it's- it's really hard to, like, clear by someone is good or not just by their appearance, so I'll try to have a conversation with them, like, at least 10 minutes, then I can, uh, assume that person is- has a good personality or not.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Alright, so that's it for part one. Great job. We're going to move on to part two now, okay? So, you will have one minute to prepare your answer, and your question is, describe a foreign country or culture you want to know more about. Okay, so that was your one-minute preparation time. Okay. So now you have up to two minutes to describe a foreign country or culture you want to know more about.\nCandidate: Okay, um, I always want to know about more, uh, Egypt, because Um, it's in Africa, and I wanna know about more Egypt because I've seen many movies and documentaries about Egypt, and I think their culture is really amazing. They have, like, uh, All right.\nExaminer: Uh, so that's everything for part two, right? Alright, great, so let's go on to part three now. So, what do you think is the best way to learn a foreign culture?\nCandidate: Uh, I think, um... We can use social media now, so, uh, and in social media, they have a lot of contents about how to learn language or how to- you can, uh, immerse their culture, so I can- I- I think if you use social media well, they- they can, uh, improve your language skills really high.\nExaminer: Very good. And what do you think is the biggest problem to work in a foreign country?\nCandidate: Um, uh, at first, when I have to run your language, it's really hard to- that I can translate every language in my head first, and then I have to say, so it's kind of, um, sometimes it's overwhelmed, and, um, and I worry about if I can say it right or not, so I think that's the problem.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And your final question. Some people say that reading is the best way to know about a culture. Do you agree?\nCandidate: Uh, yeah, I think I agree, because, uh, especially in literature, they have, um, they have their own cultures in that, so you can easily contact their cultures, and also they- you can know about how their thinking is worse, or how they, um, social life is- looks like, so yeah, I think so.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Alright, so that's everything for your speaking test.",
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  "serial": 139,
  "title": "139 - IELTS Speaking Band 9.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, so let's get started for your speaking test, okay?\nCandidate: Sure.\nExaminer: So in the first part, we'll have some kind of general or small talk type questions. Then we'll move on to the second part, which is an extended response type question.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: You will be given a prompt, and you will have one minute to prepare your answer to that prompt. Then you may speak freely for up to two minutes.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: If you begin to speak for longer than two minutes, I'll stop you, alright?\nCandidate: Alright.\nExaminer: Then finally, we will move on to part three, which are more topic-based discussion questions.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Alright?\nCandidate: Yup.\nExaminer: Okay, so let's get started.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: So, can you tell me, what is your favorite movie?\nCandidate: Oh, that's a good question. Uh, so my favorite movie of all times is, uh, Love, Rosie. I'm not sure if you've heard about it, but because, like, it's not very famous, I guess, uh, but it's a romantic comedy, and my favorite actress, Lily Collins, is acting there.\nExaminer: Oh, yeah. Okay, and do your friends like this movie?\nCandidate: Actually, yes, once I watched it, I recommended it to all of my friends, so it's basically kind of, um, yeah, a rule for my friends to watch it, like a must-watch movie.\nExaminer: Ah, okay, that's great. Do you want to be a movie star?\nCandidate: I didn't give it a thought, uh, but one day it would be great if I had such an experience in my- in the future. Ooh.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And what kinds of movies do you think young people like?\nCandidate: Uh, nowadays, I believe that young people are more into, um, movies that can help them to improve themselves, kinda, uh... If I think about the movie, uh, the first movie that pops up in mind is about Steve Jobs. So it's about, like, a boy who had a dream and who had- and who made everything he could do to achieve his, you know, uh, dream, yeah, to make it possible.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Alright, so now we are on to the second part of your speaking test, okay? So you will have one minute to prepare your answer for the following prompt. Your prompt is, describe an intelligent person you know.\nCandidate: Okay, great.\nExaminer: Alright, that was one minute. So now you have two minutes to describe an intelligent person you know.\nCandidate: Yeah, so one of the most intelligent people I know is my brother. Uh, but I guess intelligence is not only about the grades, because I believe that grades do not matter in reality, but it's about the- the life experience. But despite of that, he's also very intelligent. Um, he works for the- one of, uh, big four audit companies. And since I'm very weak with numbers myself, I think it's very, uh, amazing that he's- that he can do all these financial reports and stuff. Uh, and also, I know the way how he got there, and I do know that he did an amazing job. And he put so much effort into it, uh, because there is also, like, um, You need to pass the examinations to get in there. So, I remember him struggling and not sleeping all the nights, uh, studying for it, learning all the stuffs. Um, and also, as I said before, as I mentioned before, grades doesn't mat- do- do not matter, and it's the life experience that matters, so I always, uh, was amazed by how he is mature to make life choices, and, uh, to think about all the consequences of the choices he will make. Uh... Yep, so, yeah, to sum up, I think it's not about, um, it's not only about, uh, the grades, it's also about, uh, the maturity that- that be- that a person can get from his life.\nExaminer: Okay, great job.\nCandidate: Yep, thank you.\nExaminer: Alright, so let's move on to part three then, okay? So, why are some children more intelligent than others?\nCandidate: Um, okay, so, I believe it all starts from the very childhood. So, it's, uh, I guess the parents should invest more into their children to make them more intelligent. So, they, uh, it would be great if they are more engaged into extracurricular activity while, Um, some other children are- can do whatever they want and- and- and most of the times they choose to, you know, some entertainment like YouTube, binge-watching, yeah, etc.\nExaminer: Okay, um, who do you think plays a more important role in a child's development, teachers or parents?\nCandidate: Oh, that's a very tricky question. So as I've mentioned before, uh, first of all, it's parents who play a big role in children's intelligence. But after that, uh, I guess from the age of seven or eight, when children, uh, start their school, it's all about the teachers cause they need to navigate them kinda, uh, and To explain to children, uh, all of the areas like the math or geography to, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think smart people tend to be selfish?\nCandidate: Uh, selfish. Uh, it really depends on the person. Uh, but I tend to believe that the smarter person is, the less selfish he is. Because, um, the reason for that is a smart person would more care about other people rather than himself. Uh, yeah, so this...\nExaminer: Mm, good. Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah, I'm good about it.\nExaminer: Mm. Okay, and now your final question.\nCandidate: Yep.\nExaminer: Are smart people happier than others?\nCandidate: Oh, yes, I believe so, because, uh, in my personal opinions, smart people do care about their self-development rather than stuff that do not really matter. Uh, as I know, many people tend to care about simple stuff that we will forget tomorrow. And smart people are more focused on the things that really matter. So...\nExaminer: Okay, great. So, that is everything for your speaking test. Thank you.",
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  "serial": 140,
  "title": "140 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Oh, hello, how are you today?\nCandidate: I'm good, how about you?\nExaminer: Oh, I'm good, thank you. So, um, for your IELTS speaking tests, just to let you know, there are three parts to this test. In part one, you will have some kind of general type questions. For part two, you will get an extended response question, where you will have one minute to prepare your answer, and up to two minutes to give your answer, okay?\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: If you start to speak for over two minutes, I will stop you.\nCandidate: Alright.\nExaminer: Alright, and then for part three, we have topic-based questions.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Alright, so let's get into your test.\nCandidate: Alright.\nExaminer: Alright, so what is your favorite color of clothes?\nCandidate: Uh, clothes?\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: I would say, I personally like- I personally like black clothes, because it's- it's, I mean, it's the most basic, uh, color tone, you know? I like to be, like, monotone. I- I like monotone clothes when it comes to clothes. And it goes with, like, it can go with, like, every other color, right? Yeah, so, yeah, I would say black clothes.\nExaminer: And what kind of clothes do you never wear?\nCandidate: Um, um, I would say, like, the, uh, it's my personal opinion, but I would say the worst fashion, like, trend is, like, jorts. I hate jorts, because I- I don't think it's that good. And, yeah, especially, um, like, tight jorts, I would never wear that kind of clothes. Hmm.\nExaminer: So then, what kind of clothes do you usually wear?\nCandidate: I usually wear, like, casual clothes, they're pretty comfortable for me, and, yeah, as I said before, um, I like basic color tones, like black and white, Yeah. And I tend to wear, like, sweats, sweatpants and sweatshirt, like, just to be comfortable. Yeah, I think that's it.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And do you wear the same style of clothes on weekends and weekdays?\nCandidate: Um, as of now, yes, because I'm on, like, um, it's summer and I'm- I currently don't have a job right now, so I just wear comfortable clothes all the time, like, Okay, great.\nExaminer: So that is everything for part one. Now let's move on to part two. So... Your question for part two is to describe an energetic person that you know. Okay? Okay. So now you'll have one minute to prepare. Okay. Okay, that is your one minute preparation time. So now you have two minutes to describe an energetic person that you know.\nCandidate: Um, so the first thing- the first, uh, thing that came to mind, I- I would say, um, Son Heung-min. He's a famous soccer player, um, uh, that plays for Tottenham, uh, Hotspur in, uh, England. And, yeah, I- I mean, I personally don't know him, but, yeah, I watch a lot of soccer games, like- like Tottenham games and stuff, and, yeah, I can- like, and I also watch, like, a lot of videos of him, like, doing stuff, like, some fun stuff on YouTube, and... Um, uh, watching soccer games, I always see him smiling, and try to hype up the energy and stuff. Um, yeah, and try to, um, hype up, uh, hype the team up, and always, um, yeah, he, um, Yeah, and how I feel about this person, um, I think he is a great leader, and, um, yeah, I think energetic person is a good example of a good leader, I would say. Um, like, an energetic person always- can always, um, bring the energy up and stuff. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, great.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. And now let's move on to part three, our topic-focused questions, okay?\nCandidate: Mm-hmm.\nExaminer: So, what kinds of jobs need a lot of physical work?\nCandidate: Um... Got a couple of things on the list, uh, but the first thing I would say is, uh, athletes, obviously, um, I mean, like, like, the most important thing they have to, like, the most important thing for athletes is their performance and, like, like, using their bodies, right? And... Yeah, just, um, just because I'm into soccer, I'll, like, give you an example, like, about soccer. Like, soccer players always have to use their bodies and, like, their physical activities, like, the most important thing. Um, yeah, and... yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. Uh, what is the difference between the payment for physical work and that for mental work or brain work?\nCandidate: Um, uh, can you say the question again?\nExaminer: Yeah, so what is the difference between the payment for physical work and that for brain work?\nCandidate: Like, payment, uh, um, I would say, like, this is a question about, like, payment, like, the difference between, like, difference in payment.\nExaminer: Like, salary payments.\nCandidate: Yeah, like, how different it is. Yeah. Um, I'll say these days, um, mentor- like, mental work tend to be, like, harder, usually, and, like, physical activities, like, any- anyone can do that, right? But mental, uh, work is, like, um, Yeah, it tends to be harder than, like, just- just hard physical work. And, yeah, just because of that, um, like, the payment for mental work, like, can be higher than physical work.\nExaminer: Hmm. Okay, great. And, can physical workers receive higher salaries in the future?\nCandidate: I would say definitely no, because, um, Just looking at how technology is evolving so fast, um, like, robots are definitely gonna, uh, replace our jobs, like, especially physical jobs. And, yeah, and, um, yeah, I- I think, um, like, there would be no more, like, physical jobs in the future. Yeah, and... I mean, it's a sad, uh, reality, but... Yeah, I would say there would be, like, less physical, uh, jobs. Like, less jobs that require physical activities.\nExaminer: Okay, and your final question. Do you think machines could replace human workers in the future?\nCandidate: Yes, definitely. Um, I kind of answered that question- that question already, but, yeah. Like, the tech- like, technologies these days, it's like, um, growing up so fast, and, yeah. And as I grew up, like, I already saw those changes. For example, like, now, like, I, um, I'll give you one specific example, like, Um, I saw a Jamba Juice machine that, like, makes you a juice, like, and, like, it doesn't require a worker, and it's just coming out of the machine, and I, like, when I was, like, a kid, like, that didn't exist, right? And, yeah, like, just like that, yeah, robots can definitely replace, uh, like, physical jobs.",
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  "serial": 141,
  "title": "141 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, hello, how are you today?\nCandidate: Oh, very good.\nExaminer: Okay, that's great. So, let's get into your IELTS speaking test. So, in part one, I will ask you some kind of general questions, alright? And then, in part two, we'll get into an extended response question. For the extended response question, you will have one minute to prepare your answer, and you may make notes, okay? You may speak for up to two minutes. If you start to speak longer than two minutes, I will stop you. Okay?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: After that, we'll get into part three, which are topic-based questions, okay?\nCandidate: Yep.\nExaminer: All right. So, do you or your friends like using social media?\nCandidate: Um, to be honest, yes. Um, uh, I use social media a lot, because I- I usually don't like going outside of my house. So to contact with my friends or family, I need to use social media. And when I go on traveling, I like to post the pictures of my- pictures of myself and the landmarks in the traveling places. And... I also get lots of information from social media about, like, things I'm interested in. Like, when I go traveling, I get information for- for the restaurants nearby. And when I, um, studying, I get some information about studying. Yeah, I think I use a lot of social media.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Do you think you or your friends use too much social media?\nCandidate: I don't think I use too much social media, but some of my friends, they do, because, like, they're so into it, they post, like, post videos, post pictures every day, every single day, but, like, I only post my pictures, like, once a week or, like, twice a month, so I don't think I'm really, like, into it or addicted to social media.\nExaminer: And do you want to work in social media?\nCandidate: Uh, no, I don't- I do not want to work in social media, because I'm studying something different from social media, I'm studying engineering, so I'm not really into social media, it's just my, like, hobby and a way of spending my free time.\nExaminer: Okay, and what is the most popular social media in your country?\nCandidate: Uh, in my country, um, these days, I think, uh, Instagram. I think Instagram is the biggest social media. But when I was in, like, middle school, Facebook was the main one. Yeah, but these days, it's Instagram.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Alright, so now we're going to get on to part two of the test, the extended response section. Alright, and your question prompt is to describe an interesting neighbor. So you'll have one minute to prepare your answer. Alright, that's one minute. So, now can you describe an interesting neighbor?\nCandidate: Um, the most interesting neighbor, uh, is actually my closest friend. Um, he's my high school friend. I met him when I was 16, I think. Uh, at first, uh, I did not like him. I did not- I did not welcome him coming into our neighborhood because he, first of all, uh, at first he lived a little bit far away. But when- I don't like people coming into my boundaries. But, so, when he first came, I did not like it. But as time passed, uh, I got used to it, and I think, now, he's like, my closest friend, and he's my best friend. The good thing of having a closest friend as a neighbor is that, to meet a friend, you don't need to, like, make a appointment. You could just call him anytime, and just meet him, grab a drink, and just walk- walk the park. I think that's the best thing. And, like, But now, uh, he went to serve as the army, so I lost my best friend right now. He just, like, went in last week, so I've been quite bored recently. And I really miss him, and I'm looking forward to seeing him soon. Yeah, he's my- I think he's my most interesting neighbor.\nExaminer: Okay, great. I hope you get to see him soon.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Alright, let's get on to part three of the test now, okay? Do you think people are familiar with their neighbors?\nCandidate: No. Uh, recently, yeah, I'll have to say no, because I don't know my neighbors. But in the past, when I was very young in the childhood, I've heard that the adults, uh, our parents were, like, really close to the neighbors. Um, I often visited neighbors' houses, like, the house right next to me, and have dinner together, play with the other kids in the playground. But recently, I think, We're not really close neighbors, because smartphones have been giving a big impact in the childhood, like, kids. So, the kids don't play a lot in playground. They just watch their YouTube while playing games. So, we don't have much experiences, like, to meet neighbors. I think that's a big thing.\nExaminer: Mm. How can people improve the relationship with neighbors in their community?\nCandidate: I would have to say, um, saying hi at the first time, like, when you meet- er, every time you meet in the elevator, or when you recognize them, when you see them, like, multiple times, saying hi to them, or, like, just asking how was your day. I think that's the start of, uh, having a relationship. But these days, people, like, usually don't, like, say hi to their neighbors, so I would have to say that.\nExaminer: Okay. How do children build relationships with others in a community?\nCandidate: Um, when I was a child, I think, um, we had to have, uh, like, a common interest. Like, for, like, boy kids, um, we would have to say playing soccer or basketball, baseball. That could be a easiest way to make a relationship with other kids. And sometimes it could be, like, in your academy, or maybe your parents might know each other. But the best thing I would have is a common interest.\nExaminer: And, okay, your final question now. Is it beneficial to get along well with neighbors?\nCandidate: Yes, of course, because, um, as I grow up, um, when I was young, my friends lived, like, lived by my house, so they were neighbors. As I grow up, my friends become, they- they started to live farther away, so I can't meet them, like, often. So, when I am- when I'm at my home, I get bored, I have no one to, like, meet. So, Getting close with your neighbor, I think it's a good- a good way to, like, spend time in your house or, like, you can grab some information about your- your, uh, your house or your neighbors. I think that's a good thing, and that's why I love, like, having my best friend as my neighbor right now.\nExaminer: Okay, that's great.",
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  "serial": 142,
  "title": "142 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, hello, how are you today?\nCandidate: I'm great, how are you today?\nExaminer: Oh, that's great. Alright, so now we're going to do your IELTS speaking test. So, in the first part, you will be asked some general type questions, then you will get an extended response question, which you will have one minute to prepare for, and you can speak for up to two minutes. If you speak for longer than two minutes, I will stop you. Then, the third part is more topic-specific questions. Okay?\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Do you have any questions before we get started?\nCandidate: Nothing.\nExaminer: Okay, great. So, what snacks do you like to eat?\nCandidate: Normally I'll prefer, like, some basic trips that I can enjoy with, uh, basic, like, drinks such as the Coke or, like, the Sprite, but usually I'll enjoy some healthy snacks such as the fruits, like, such as apples, bananas, or oranges. I'll enjoy those simple things more, like, not, like, heavy things.\nExaminer: Oh, okay, great. Did you often eat snacks when you were young?\nCandidate: Uh, actually, I was not really allowed to eat a lot of, like, unhealthy snacks because my parents didn't like me eating unhealthy snacks, but I had an opportunity to eat, uh, healthy snacks, which gave me, like, more interest into healthy snacks, which let me also eat healthy snacks these days.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And when do you usually eat snacks now?\nCandidate: Uh, whenever I'm studying and when I get stressed, I usually release my stress through eating snacks, or whenever I'm having, uh, just chit-chat time with my friends, I'll enjoy some simple snacks.\nExaminer: Okay, awesome. And, do you think it's healthy for you to eat snacks?\nCandidate: Sometimes, I believe, for mental health, it'll be healthy by eating snacks, but, like, in order to, like, keep your body really in- in type, I feel like you should control how many snacks you eat.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Alright, so that's it for part one.\nCandidate: Alright.\nExaminer: Now you will get your extended response question. So you'll have one minute to prepare your answer, okay?\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Your question is, describe a family member who you want to work with in the future. Alright. So, can you describe a family member who you want to work with in the future?\nCandidate: Uh, I'll say I'll- I want to work with my mother, which- which is, like, the ex- executive of the marketing company. She's been working there for a long time. And then, uh, with my mom- mother, I worked before- I had an internship in her company, which made me, like, actually see stuff that she does in her company and what kind of work she does. And I was- what kind of work would I want to do with there is probably, like, some creativity activities, or, like, suggesting marketing ideas, or, like, suggesting ways to improve the brand images, or, like, the product distribution, or, like, gathering customer response, things like that. And this family member, which is my mother, I feel like she's really a lifetime friend, but, like, and at the same time, I could really, like, rely on her whenever I'm having, like, any hard times or I'm struggling with my life, she'll always come- come with me and help with me. So, and- and that- that means I want to really work with her in the future.\nExaminer: Yeah. Okay. And, now let's move on to part three, the topic-based questions, okay?\nCandidate: Alright.\nExaminer: So, what kinds of family business are common in your country?\nCandidate: Mmm, I'll say, uh, cafe business is kind of common in our country because it is really easy. People think that it's really, uh, kind of cute to, like, have, like, a small cafe with their families. And also, Korean people really love the ice Americanos. So, I guess that- I guess many family businesses try to aim for the, like, the popular market in Korea.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And, is it good to work with family members?\nCandidate: I'll say, if you're- if you're really- if you're really confident and you really know your family member, like, like, fully know your family member, I think it'll be really nice because it is- because family is something you could really trust about, like, you could trust each other, you never need to worry about, like, any... The training stuff. So, I'll say it is- it is good to work with family members, but- but on the other hand, it might be, like, it could cause any, like, if any problem causes, then it'll be really tough to, like, really go through it because you can't really, like, fall apart with family members.\nExaminer: Why do people want to do family business?\nCandidate: I believe they want to do family business because it's really- you don't really need to worry so much about distributing the revenues that you earn from the business. And it's really, like, you- it's really about you know the per- you know the person that you work with well, which- which could cause- which could, like, uh, maximize the efficiency of the business, and...\nExaminer: Okay, great. What benefits are there when working for big companies?\nCandidate: Uh, working for big companies, they really fo- they really focus on, like, the big goal, big aim, and every part of the- every part of the distributions, like, departments, sorry, such as, like, the human resource, like, Or marketing those departments, work all together to aim for the big goals, which- which will, which will, like, be- which will make a really good experience for the person that you work in the big business. Also, you don't really need to worry about, like, getting, like, low salaries because the big companies, they'll tend to pay more because they have more assets that you could give out to you. And it's really- and you don't need to worry about Like, the company falling down or closing the business. So, I feel- I feel like that's the- that's the benefits.\nExaminer: Hmm. Okay, great.",
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  "serial": 143,
  "title": "143 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello.\nCandidate: Hello, nice to meet you.\nExaminer: It's nice to meet you, too. How are you doing today?\nCandidate: Um, I'm doing great. Uh, the weather's kind of hot, so it was a little bit, um, hard to come here, but other than that, I think everything else is fine.\nExaminer: Ah, yes, it's really starting to get warm nowadays, isn't it? Uh, so that actually leads us into our first question perfectly. So, um, what is the weather like where you live?\nCandidate: So, I live in Seoul, which is middle- almost the middle of Seoul, city of Korea. Um, most of the time, it's warm, it's breezy when the wind is blowing, but Nowadays, even during the winter when it should be cold and summer when it should be hot, it's not that cold, it's not that hot. Um, I think the weather is getting a little bit warm when it should be getting cold, and it's getting a little bit more cooler when it should be hot.\nExaminer: Hmm, I see. Do you personally prefer hot or cold weather?\nCandidate: I personally prefer cold weathers. I really like the snow, so, and I really don't like the hot weather because I don't like to sweat. So, I would definitely prefer cold weather over hot weather.\nExaminer: Hmm. Do you prefer wet or dry weather?\nCandidate: Same reason with the reason I like cold weather, um, I would prefer dry weather, because... as I don't like to sweat, when it's- when the weather's wet, I sweat a lot, so... I don't think I- I think I would like dry weather more.\nExaminer: Mmm, so it's more comfortable.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: I see. Um, are you in the habit of checking the weather forecast?\nCandidate: I forgot to bring my umbrella during rainy seasons when I was young, so nowadays, I definitely check the weather forecast before going out, and if there's a sign of rain, even if there's a slight sign of rain, I would always take my umbrella with me.\nExaminer: Okay, great, always prepared. Um, what do you think are the effects of climate change in recent years?\nCandidate: I would say the main effect would be the weather not being, um, correct, as in during the winter when it should be cold, when it should be snowing at a particular time period or a season, it's, It's snowing a little bit more late, or the weather's a little bit more warmer than it should be, and during the summer, it's... summer's kind of coming more early, and the weather's getting more hot.\nExaminer: I see. And, would you like to visit other cities that have different climates from where you live?\nCandidate: I would definitely want to live or go on a trip to a country that's different from Korea. I enjoy cold weather, so I think I would enjoy going to countries like Canada or Greenland that has more cooler atmosphere than my home country.\nExaminer: Hmm, great. Alright, so that is everything for part one. Uh, now we're going to move on to part two. So, in part two of the test, uh, you will get a question prompt, and you will have one minute to prepare your answer using a pencil and paper. Then, when that one minute is up, you will have up to two minutes to say your answer.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Okay? So, your question is, describe a person you know who is from a different culture. Okay, that's your one-minute preparation time. So, describe a person you know who is from a different culture.\nCandidate: So, I have a friend named Jacob, and he is from the United States. Um, I met him at college when I first went to my university, and... I really thought he was very open-minded. He had a more outgoing attitude and a little bit more optimistic than other friends that I had in Korea. And because of that personality, he helped me get along with the, um, new culture and new atmosphere of U.S. college. And I think that was very helpful for me in that case. And most of the time, his open-minded attitude kind of affected me also, so it changed my attitude and my personality as becoming an outgoing person too. When- when we get along- when we hang out with other friends, he would also be the one who leads the friend group. And... since I was kind of A not as much outgoing, a little bit, not pessimistic, pessimistic, but calm and quiet friend in that group. He would always kind of bring me to a meeting or a party and that would help me get along with other friends, which helped me get used to the environment better.\nExaminer: Oh, that's great. Alright, so now let's move on to part three, okay? So, where and how can we get to know people of different cultures better?\nCandidate: I would say, in my case, I went to an international school in a different country. And not only my case of going to a school, but I would say going- going to a different country is the first step of knowing people in a different culture. I think that would be the hardest step for a Hardest step for a person to take their first step into a different culture and speaking their own language, trying their authentic food would help them get along with that culture and if those fit and if one gets interested in learning their language or how to make a certain dish, I think those steps would be very helpful for a person to get along with those different- different cultured people. And another would be, there's a lot of applications that you could use to talk with people of different culture nowadays, and I think Reaching out to them and talking about their new culture that you have never known about would be another good way of knowing people of different culture.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And what are the advantages and disadvantages of cultural diversity?\nCandidate: I would say the main advantage would be After learning about a new culture, you become more open-minded and open to other cultures that you have never seen or experienced before. And that open-mindedness could help you have a better positive thought about reaching out to new people or not just people, but new environments. And the disadvantage would be when that diversity is too tilted, say, if there's a certain minority in the group that some people might not like, or if there's a certain culture that Does not want- does not, um, have a open-minded, hm, thought or mind- thought process or mind. It would cause confusion in that group, and I think that would cause a disadvantage in what diversity usually wants to mean.\nExaminer: Okay, so, how can traditional culture and other cultures coexist?\nCandidate: I would say the main thing would be finding their- finding what's similar, and I would say the very- the easiest part of combining or having to know more Having to know more about each other's culture would be food in my case. There's a lot of fusion cuisines nowadays as more and more chefs and cooks and Entrepreneurs in, uh, how to say, kind of invest in and take time to make new menus, and by knowing each other's food culture and trying to combine, um, those two, it would be helpful for, in that case.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And now, your final question is, which traditions in your country are disappearing?\nCandidate: Disappearing... In- in my case, the main tradition that I think is Not disappearing quite well yet, but I think will be disappearing is there's a certain culture in the military where the higher commanders or higher soldiers would always follow orders in Any circumstances, and there's a good reason behind that due to a lot of things, but the one thing that hasn't been considered in the past which was considered tradition is people wouldn't think about their- the soldiers or other people's Health or mindset in any way. And I think it's a good thing that this so-called tradition of definite, um, definite following orders is disappearing, is people are thinking more about other people's health and mindset. And due to that, the environment is becoming more healthy.\nExaminer: Okay, good. It was really nice speaking with you today.",
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  "serial": 144,
  "title": "144 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, hello, how are you today?\nCandidate: I'm great, thank you for asking.\nExaminer: Okay, that's great. Alright, so, let's get into the IELTS speaking test now. So, what technology do you often use, computers or mobile phones?\nCandidate: Hmm, I think I use more, like, mobile phones because Like, computer is pretty heavy and, like, I cannot bring computers, like, everywhere, but, like, I can bring, like, my mobile phone, like, everywhere, and I can do, actually, everything, like, through my mobile phone, so I think I use more mobile phone.\nExaminer: Okay, great. What electronic devices have you bought lately?\nCandidate: Um, um, um, this year I bought, like, My laptop, computer, MacBook, because I- this year, I- I just graduated, so I spend my money.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And, is there any technology you want to buy?\nCandidate: Um, um, Actually, I want to buy- I want to buy my Apple Watch because I just changed my mobile phone, like, Galaxy to iPhone, so I- I sell my Galaxy Watch, so I want to buy Apple Watch.\nExaminer: Okay. And is technology important in your life?\nCandidate: I think it's really important because these days everyone gets a lot of information through on the internet, um, so I can get a lot of information and also I can make communication with my friends through mobile phone. Actually, technically we do everything through technology, so I think it's really important.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And is there any technology that you don't like?\nCandidate: I don't think so, actually. Other technology is important for people, and it's- everything is useful, I think.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And what do you think are the trends in technology today compared to when you were young?\nCandidate: When I was younger, actually, um, we don't use, like, I don't think a lot of people don't use smartphone, and, and we, it was not easy to use internet, like, Like, even ten years ago, so... I think it changed a lot. Like, these days, even younger people use mobile pho- like, smart- smartphone, and then we- everyone can use the internet, so... it changed a lot.\nExaminer: Hm. Okay, great. So that is the end of our first part. So now we're going to move on to part two, which is the extended response question. So... I will give you your prompt, and then you'll have one minute to prepare your answer. You may speak for up to two minutes, okay? If you start to go over that, then I'll stop you. Alright. So, your question for part two is, describe a friend from your childhood. And your one minute preparation starts now. Okay, that's one minute. So now you have two minutes to describe a friend from your childhood.\nCandidate: Um, when I heard this caption, I can think of one friend, um, um, she's- she's actually my oldest friend, and we met when we were literally zero, and, like... Um, my mom liked to, like, went on a jogging, like, working in the- on the park, working in the park, and, um, actually, she didn't have any friends in her hometown, um, so, she just randomly talked to, like, women who had, like, newborn baby, and, actually, she was my friend, and, like, my mom and her mom became friends, and we went to same kindergarten, and... We always hang out each other, like, every day, and we also went to the same middle school, and so we hung out really a lot, and we usually went to the park, like, next to our middle school, and we used to play badminton, and, like, um, at the time, we did a lot of sports, and... I really like her, cause she's, like, her personality is really genuine, and she's so kind, and she cares other people a lot, so I like her.\nExaminer: Okay. Alright, great job. So now we'll move on to part three. Alright, so, um, do you still keep in touch with friends from your childhood?\nCandidate: Yeah, of course, like... As I told- as I told the part two, I still talk to her like my childhood friend, and I've got two more of my childhood friends, and we still hang out, like, we- I have a, like, friends group, like, there are four friends, and the one is, like, I- the one is, like, I met, like, her, like, when I was zero, and the one Two, um, we met in the church, actually, and, um, like, in el- in elementary school, we always hang out in the church, like, once a week, and we became friends, like, every month.\nExaminer: Oh, that's lovely. Alright, and how important is childhood friendship to children?\nCandidate: Hmm... I think it's really important because we share a lot of memories and, like, we... we, like, we are, like, friends, like, for a long time, literally, like, more than 10 years, so we know each other a lot and we know our, like, Real personality and, like, their family, everything, so I can talk everything- I can share everything to them. So, I think, like, my childhood, like, people's childhood is real- childhood friend is really important. Hmm.\nExaminer: And what do you think of communicating via social media?\nCandidate: Hmm... Hmm... Um, actually, I use, like, social media a lot, because these days, we use Instagram a lot, and, like, we talk to each other, like, through DM, and I think it's a really good platform, because Like, we don't have to do phone call, we don't have to meet, like, face-to-face, we can always keep in touch. Like, even we live, like, far away from them, like, far away from my friends, so... I- I think- I think it's really great.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. And now, your final question, alright. Do you think online communication through social media will replace face-to-face communication?\nCandidate: Um... Personally, I don't think so, cause, um, of course, we can- we can make communication through, like, social media, but still, it's- it's a bit different, like, I don't think... I don't think we can make, like, deeper com- deeper conversation through online, um, usually I... I, like, I share, like, my deeper, like, my life, or, like, that kind of thing through, like, usually face-to-face, and, um, like, I just do simple- simple conversations through online, like, com- social media, so I don't think it can replace a face-to-face conversation.\nExaminer: Okay. Alright.",
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  "serial": 145,
  "title": "145 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, then let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: So, my name is Hyunwoo Ko, but you can call me James as my English name. That's more comfortable than saying my Korean name.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: And I was born in 2003, October 21st, and I was born in Busan first, but then I came back to Suwon, and that's where I grew up.\nExaminer: Okay. And are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm currently a student who's looking for a part-time job right now. As of right now, I don't- I'm jobless.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And could you tell me what you like to do in your free time?\nCandidate: I usually sleep a lot in my free time because recently I've been taking meds, pills recently that make me feel tired a lot, so I tend to sleep a lot during the afternoon and yeah, that's about it.\nExaminer: Okay, uh, so now we're gonna talk about, uh, the internet. So, when did you start using the internet?\nCandidate: I started using the internet when I was seven years old, specifically, in Nintendo DS, which... Widen my view of the internet itself, and the first time I used my, uh, PC was practically, uh, seventh grade, back in Brazil, which was not the most comfortable experience, but it grew up to me, and this is what I have right now.\nExaminer: And how often do you use the internet these days?\nCandidate: Uh, a lot, actually, because nowadays I tend to spend time more on the internet than- rather than Going outside and touching grass and, you know, playing around in parks because I'm not a real fan of doing outdoor stuff. I just tend to do indoor stuff more than outdoor stuff.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think, um, people spend too much time online these days?\nCandidate: In my personal opinion, yes, they do spend a lot more time online than offline, because nowadays, you can do more things online than offline, such as shopping, playing games with people, And interacting, in general. And also, I believe it's more comfortable to, um, you know, just click on keyboards, rather than to actually do something with hands, like making stuff, or writing down poems, books, stories, such as that.\nExaminer: Okay. And... What would your life be like without the internet?\nCandidate: Oh, it would be very painful without the internet. It's practically a... A compass for me. It's like using a compass when I'm stuck on the internet, but when I don't have my compass, it's very frustrating, and I can't usually find my way to my answers, and I feel like I get lost more often.\nExaminer: Okay. Now let's talk about, uh, breakfast. So, what do you usually eat for breakfast?\nCandidate: I usually eat, um, vegetables first because, um, it's more of a diet, I guess, that I usually do. I don't usually eat meat or any, um, grains in the morning because it makes you, you know, it has high calories, more than, you know, vegetables, and so I decided to eat, uh, carrots, cucumbers, anything that has more fiber than, uh, you know, grain and meat.\nExaminer: Mm. And are there any differences between the mornings of your childhood and your mornings these days?\nCandidate: Oh, it became a lot more different. I used to eat more grains. Back when I was a kid, like, such as bread, rice, pastas, you name it. But when I grew up, to become the me I became today, I tend to eat more vegetables, like carrots, cucumbers, like I said earlier. And that's what I personally think is more healthier than eating bread or rice.\nExaminer: Okay. Okay, that'll do us for part one. We'll go on to part two now. I'll give you your question. So there is your question. I'll give you a pencil as well. So yeah, now you can have one minute to do some note-taking. Alright, so you can begin. Alright, I made this one minute now. Okay. Okay, so, could you describe a person who thinks music is important?\nCandidate: Uh, I would describe my father, who isn't really specialized in music, but he does enjoy music a lot. He likes wide variety of music, from electronic dance music, or EDM, to classic jazz, or even classic music itself. And they think it makes sound Part of the art category, because just with normal sounds, you don't really get any inspirations or anything aspiring in general, but when you add Sound with another sound, it becomes a music, and it makes- it's what makes sound interesting, and it- what- it makes- it's what makes sound part of the art category itself. It's- it makes itself unique in general. Yeah, and to be honest, I feel like he does know what music is all about, he's just not very interested in making music itself, because there are already astounding artists that make music out of any type of sounds. Yeah, that's what I believe.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. Do you sometimes listen to music together?\nCandidate: Yes, we sometimes listen to music together. I- I prefer to listen to EDMs, but my dad prefers to listen to jazz.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. Alright, so let's go on to part three now, let's keep going. Okay. Okay, uh, so, what do you think about teachers playing music for their students in class?\nCandidate: I say it's a very situational thing, because sometimes music isn't always great when it comes to- when it comes down to writing or taking tests, because music It can sometimes distract you from focusing on one specific thing, but in other times, music can be something that can draw attention to students. Especially when you're doing a subject that most people can't understand, You add music, you add other elements, you mix them up, and then they become something interesting. They become something that people can pay attention towards, and I believe it all comes down to when you're using the music.\nExaminer: Hmm. Do you think it's common for teachers in your country to use music in the classroom?\nCandidate: No, not really. When it comes down to business, I don't believe music helps a lot in general. However, when it comes down to art classes, music can be part of what your artwork is going to be about. Sometimes it can be the whole inspiration, sometimes it can just be Uh, a optional element. And sometimes it can be something that is crucial to your artwork. It can be a message itself.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Good. Um, and do you think there are any advantages to a- a store playing music?\nCandidate: I think there are plenty of advantages because sometimes when you walk around the streets, you can hear musics. They sometimes attract people.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: They sometimes bring, um, they- they also promote the music in some way, which is kind of part of the marketing strategy. And I believe that's a way to bring people's attention to music and the products they're promoting.\nExaminer: Yes, yes. And do you think that affects customers' behavior?\nCandidate: Yeah, depending on what type of music they're using. If they're in a cafe, a soothing sound like jazz or any lo-fi music would probably fit well with cafes, but other times when you're in an arcade or when you're in a mall, something bright or something very, How do I say this? It's, uh, it's hard to explain, but something very exciting, I would say. Very exciting music would fit well with that kind of places, and it's not always about Like, high tension music that gets people's attention, but it's also sometimes low soothing musics that attract people.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes. And do you think music education is important in your country?\nCandidate: For, um, people interested in music, I believe it's very crucial, because, um, music is part of what makes sound art itself, and not ju- it- it brings Many different sounds together to create a specific song that contains a message, and I believe those messages can be sent around the world internationally, and those messages then would spread to people, and it will bring attention to whatever it's trying to, um, express.\nExaminer: Perfect. That'll do us for part three. All done. Thank you.\nCandidate: Thank you.",
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  "serial": 146,
  "title": "146 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, how are you today?\nCandidate: I'm good, how are you?\nExaminer: I'm good, thank you. Alright, so, we're going to do the IELTS speaking test today, and we're going to start off with some general questions, alright?\nCandidate: Alright.\nExaminer: So, what's the name of your hometown?\nCandidate: Um, I grew up in Saipan, maybe you've heard of it, it's an island located in the Pacific Ocean.\nExaminer: Hmm. Is your hometown a big city or a small place?\nCandidate: It's a small place. It's an island, so everyone kind of knows each other.\nExaminer: Ah, I see. And how long did you live there?\nCandidate: I lived there for about 12 years, from when I was 5 years old up to, um, when I was about 18.\nExaminer: Ah, I see. And do you like your hometown in Saipan?\nCandidate: Yeah, I love it. Um, the people are nice, the ocean is beautiful, the sky is beautiful. I go there every year to visit my parents, and it's a beautiful place.\nExaminer: Ah, okay. And is there anything you dislike about your hometown?\nCandidate: Um, not really. I mean, it gets a little hot during the summer, but it gets a lot- it gets hot in Korea too, so I think it's about the same.\nExaminer: Mmm, okay. Alright, so now, let's move on to the extended response question. So, for this question, you will have one minute to prepare your answer, and your answer can be up to two minutes long. Okay? Yeah? Alright, so your question is, describe a person you know who loves to grow plants. And you have one minute to prepare. Okay, that is one minute. So, can you describe a person you know who loves to grow plants?\nCandidate: Yeah, my mom loves to grow plants. She usually grows flowers and herbs. She grows them on the terrace. She's made like a little home garden on the terrace. She grows flowers like roses and herbs like rosemary and thyme and basil. She uses them when she cooks. And it makes her food taste very fresh, and I really love it. And she puts the flour on our table, so we have something beautiful to look at.\nExaminer: Alright, so it sounds like your mom really enjoys gardening.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Well, that's great. Okay, so now we're gonna move on to part three. So, are there many people growing their own vegetables now?\nCandidate: I think so. Lots of people have home gardens, either on the terrace or in their backyard, and they like to grow flowers and herbs like my mom does, and they use it when they cook, and they just pick it out of their garden and eat it, and I think it's a good thing.\nExaminer: Oh, okay, great. And do you think it's good to let kids learn how to plant?\nCandidate: Yeah, I think it's great so that kids can learn how to plant, um, when they're little and they can grow old with a very good hobby. And it teaches them things like responsibility because you have to water the plants every day and take care of it.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And what do you think of the job of a farmer?\nCandidate: Um, I think it's a very important job. The farmer, um, gives us the plants that we eat, like rice and vegetables and fruits, and like I said, it's a lot of responsibility because they have to take care of the plants. I mean, plants are very hard to raise, actually. The sunlight, the water, the soil, and the farmer takes care of everything, so I think it's a very important job.\nExaminer: Okay, and what are the differences between traditional and modern agriculture?\nCandidate: Um, I think traditional agriculture was just growing plants on the soil, and agriculture nowadays, they also use things like hydroponics, they grow plants in the water, and they use all kind of different fertilizer, and the sunlight, Um, traditional farming used to use just sunlight outdoors. I think now they have things like indoor sunlight, so they use, like, LED light and things like that, so I think it's a little different.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Thank you very much.",
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  "serial": 147,
  "title": "147 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, so, now let's get into your speaking test. So, part one will contain some general questions, then part two is an extended response question. So, I will give you one minute to prepare your answer, and you will have up to two minutes to say your answer.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: If you start to speak for over two minutes, I'll stop you.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Okay? And then part three are some topic-based questions.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Alright, so, what is your favorite color of clothes?\nCandidate: My favorite color of clothes is black because, for me, I- I recently started to ma- be interested in actually matching my clothes, and I realized that the color black matches with most of the colors. So, and- but I also tried to match other clothes with color of green, blue, but they still- they seemed like it doesn't really match that well. So, I think any color that is related to black, like gray, white, Uh, is- are my favorite colors, but from those three colors, I think black is my favorite color.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And what kind of clothes do you never wear?\nCandidate: The- the clothes that I never wear are- seems to be colors that are red. Because the red co- some- sometimes the colors- color, uh, color red doesn't seem to match with any of the other colors, and also, when you're walking outside and when- when you're wearing red, it seems like you're grabbing ev- everyone's attention. And that kind of attention, although I'm... Although I'm trying to be, uh, an extrovert and trying to talk to other people, but the thing is that the color red, it's- seems to give other people's impressions about that you're- that you are strong, and that you have that kind of, uh, that kind of wildness inside you, and I don't- I do not really kind of respect that kind of color, so, yes.\nExaminer: Mm, I see. So then, you never really wear red clothes, right?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: In that case, what kind of clothes do you usually wear?\nCandidate: I usually wear colors that are, as I said, gray, black, and white, because they seem like they- the color itself is- the color itself is kind of normal, and a lot of people actually wear those kind of colors. So I want to actually fit with the people- fit with my friends and other peers that- that are actually wearing the same colors, but at the same time, I try to match those colors with other clothes, so, and those kind of colors- colored clothes are really well to match with other clothes, so, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And do you wear the same style of clothes on weekdays and weekends?\nCandidate: It seems like in- on- in weekends, I do not wear clothes- I do not try to match a lot of clothes and try to, uh, dress up well unless I have, uh, unless I have opportunities to meet with my friends. But, uh, during the weekdays, I work in- I'm currently working on- in some kind of academy, so I have to dress up well in front of the students because that's the way to show that they- that you are actually there to, uh, teach them. So, feels like during the week- weekdays, I'm trying to wear- I'm trying to dress up well, and during the weekends, I try to just relax a little bit, and try to wear comfortable clothes instead of actually dressing up.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Alright then, that brings us to part two, the extended response question. So you will have one minute to prepare your answer for the following question. Your question is to describe a family, not your own, which you like and are happy to know.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Okay, so that was one minute, so now you have two minutes to describe a family which you like and are happy to know.\nCandidate: So, one of the families that I would like to really know is a family that is who my minseo, my- my friend has, and he- he currently lives in Changja, and he has a rel- he has a relatively normal family, but it seems like he- he's a fr- whenever I see his family, it seems like he's Actually, a friend- friend instead of a family member with their- with each other. So, that kind of relationship is what I'm really interested in. My friend, Min- Minseo, he always acts like his dad is his friend. I'll always be friendly to him. And also, he- but the thing is that his mom is actually a working woman who never- who rarely comes back home to actually have a conversation with the family members. I know this well because I have met him since middle school, and he always talked about how positive his family is. So, but I want to- and also, his pa- his personality is very positive, and that's why I want to know how that positivity came from. Instead, with- with- even though his- his mom is working, and his dad is still working, but just comes back home after 6pm. So, I want to know how that positivity... How positivity is- where this positivity is coming from. And, because I basically think that families, basically all the positive- positivity that kids have are from the family. And how they- what conversation they have, and what's, like, going to trips, and all those kinds of experiences is what makes people so positive. So, this is one of the families that I really- really am interested in learning about, and, yes.\nExaminer: Okay, great, thank you. Alright, now let's move on to part three, the topic-based, uh, questions, okay? So, who is usually the breadwinner in a family in your country?\nCandidate: Could you explain what a breadwinner is?\nExaminer: Oh, yeah, so the breadwinner is usually the person in the family who brings home the largest amount of money, or all of the money, depending on the situation.\nCandidate: Okay. Could you please explain the question again, please?\nExaminer: Yeah, sure. So, who is usually the breadwinner in a family in your country? Or, to rephrase that, who is usually the highest earner in a family in your country?\nCandidate: In South Korea, my country, I think the breadwinner of most of the families are Basically, still male- male-oriented, because it feels like in- in all the- in all the businesses, they still think that women has their obligation to have ch- children, and have those kind of... Um, yes, have those kind of obligations. It feels like men, they don't have the obligation, but they just have- and their sole objective is to actually care for the whole family. So, this kind of stereotype is making South Korea a little bit more male-oriented and making male earn more than women. So... I think father- fathers in most of the families in South Korea is still the breadwinner of the family. And I do think that this kind of phenomenon needs to stop with- with the help of government subsidies or any- any economic- economic changes in South Korea. So, yes.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And how do grandparents take care of grandchildren?\nCandidate: Bas- uh, my grand- grandf- grandparents normally take care of me as, like, someone that they need to raise with strictness instead of, um, making them more relaxed when they go to- when you visit them. It's- I do understand that because normally people who has, um, strong resistance or strong resilience to in- during the society is one who has tough skins. And... That kind of tough skin is developed by their parents, and if your parents are a little bit more relaxed and giving you a lot of love, I think grandparents also need- grandparents need to balance that out with giving a little bit more strictness to you. And I think, yes, this is how- I think I was raised by my- although I'm raised by my family, I think I'm trained a little bit more strict by my grandparents.\nExaminer: Hmm, I see. Okay, and now on to the next question. What is the most important quality of parents?\nCandidate: Parents, the most important quality that parents are supposed to have is Giving is not- I think it's not about giving good education or giving everything that the child needs. I mean, the child wants. So, I think what parents need to do is give or supply them what they actually need instead of what they want. And from those needs, I think one of the most important thing is that Is to give positivity, how to view the world as open as you can and instead without having any closed minds. So, um, uh, one of the things that I really think is important as a family is that you have You have to show there- you show your son or daughter that you- that you can have- that if you view other people, then you have to view them with- without any stereotypes. You have to give- without any steri- yes, you have to just, uh, give your child an open mind. I think that is the most important thing about families.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And now, your final question. How can new parents learn about parenting?\nCandidate: New parents, since in 21st century, SNS or a lot of internet-based platforms are developed, I think parents, although it's not really, really, although it's really dangerous to take in everything from the internet, but I think it is really important to just give references, to take references from the internet and about parenting. Like, for example, let's say you don't know how to feed a newborn baby, newborn baby about something, then you have, you can, Just take examples from the internet about just, you know, you have to lay the ch- child down or something, but, um, sometimes there are comments or there's sometimes there are facts that are not really, that are not actually, uh, you know, that are not- that are not- that are not official there. So, I think the most important thing is just use the internet, but use it safely.\nExaminer: Okay, great. So, that brings us to the end of your speaking test.",
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  "serial": 148,
  "title": "148 - IELTS Speaking Band 6.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: We're going to get into your IELTS speaking test, okay?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: So just to give you a quick run-through of the test format, this test has three sections. So we will have some general discussion questions in part one, then in part two, that is our extended response question. I will give you a question prompt, and you will have one minute to prepare your answer. Then you will have two minutes to talk about your answer. If you speak for longer than two minutes, I will stop you, okay?\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Alright, and then in part three, we have some topic-based questions. Alright?\nCandidate: Yes, good.\nExaminer: Okay, great, let's get started then. So, what sports did you play when you were a kid?\nCandidate: Oh, there's a lot of sports. Hmm, I'll say swimming, um, tennis, badminton. I also tried golf, like following my parents when they were playing. Yep, that's it.\nExaminer: Okay, and what is your favorite sport and why?\nCandidate: Oh, hmm, if I should choose from my childhood, I'll say tennis, because it's like a unique kind of sports, and if from the recent, I'll say, like, um, surfing. I started, like, half semester ago, and it was really nice, so, yeah. I think I like something related to A- really active extreme sports.\nExaminer: Okay, so you're an extreme sports fan.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Nice. Alright. So, do you watch sport matches or games?\nCandidate: Not really, but like, um, surfing matches and also tennis because, like, my father is a really big fan of tennis. We sit together and, like, recently there was, um, a tennis... I think it's like a game really famous that's going on in France. It's the International Cup and we watched it together.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Alright, so that is everything for part one. Now, let's move on to part two. So, for part two, um, your question is to describe an intelligent person you know. Okay, that was one minute, so now you have two minutes to describe an intelligent person that you know.\nCandidate: Okay, um, at first I was like, when I got the question, I thought, uh, should I explain about someone, like, really famous that everybody knows? But I didn't come up with that, so I wanted to explain about my friend. Um, his name is Arthur. I met him from my exchange semester. He's from France. And, um, he studies aerospace, but, like, the reason I thought he was really smart, because we went out, like, every day, every night, like, drinking and having fun in the pub, uh, playing pools, but, um, he never, like, gets- fails in his course, like, about any assignments or anything. And then, like, a few weeks ago, he told me that he got, like, all passed from his- the whole semester, every courses he took. And I was like, wait, we went out together, and I failed some courses, and, like, he got all passed, more than 70% of everything. So that's why I thought he was smart. And he also does a lot of kind of sports at the same time, like he does a lot of things, but yeah, that's why I thought he's intelligent. Just talked about my friend.\nExaminer: Okay, great. All right, so now let's move on to the topic-based questions, okay?\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: So, why are some children more intelligent than others?\nCandidate: Um, I think it's because of their, like, childhood, um, how their parents trained them at their childhood, and how much emotional, um, exchange there were between the parents and the children. So, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And who do you think plays a more important role in a child's development, teachers or parents?\nCandidate: Hmm... I think parents, like, teachers, they also have a ex- like, important role of teaching them basic stuff, you know, history, uh, math, and, like, maybe English, but, um, the most important part is how to, like, lead them, guide them to a really nice way, how to grow up, how to, um, help others. And have some space and time of yourself that you can develop yourself, like, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And do you think smart people tend to be selfish?\nCandidate: People? Hmm... I think it depends, but, uh, most of the people I saw, like, really smart. Um, my exchange semester, I saw some really smart friends who were studying bachelors, the same as me, but they were working at the same time for Barclays or something, like, it's a really big, um, uh, company, like, it's a global company, so I was like, wow, that's crazy. And, But they were like... I don't think they meant it, but sometimes they... they act like they don't care about others' feelings. Yes, that's why I thought like that.\nExaminer: Hmm, I see. Okay, and now your final question. Are smart people happier than others?\nCandidate: Hmm... Oh, this is a hard question, like, happy and smart, I don't think it's a really related question, but, hmm, maybe they are happier if they have more money, they have more time, and they know how to, you know, use them in the proper way. Yep. That's it, that's it.\nExaminer: Alright. Okay, very good.",
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  "serial": 149,
  "title": "149 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Uh, let's get started then, shall we?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: So, um, do you write a lot?\nCandidate: Well, I don't think so. Well, you know, people nowadays don't read and write that much. Yes, I'm just same as normal person.\nExaminer: I see. Um, when you do write, what do you like to write?\nCandidate: Well, mostly on social media, I just, well, tweet or Instagram something, just about my, uh, everyday life. Like, when I go to work, just, yes, the- today it started, oh, I'm so tired, I want to go home, something like that.\nExaminer: Ah, okay, so some sort of life updates.\nCandidate: Life updates, and short chat.\nExaminer: Ah, okay, so short chatting with friends?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Ah, okay, wonderful. Um, do you think the things you write will change?\nCandidate: Will change?\nExaminer: In the future, maybe.\nCandidate: Ah, the- about the topic, or... I don't think so, because my job is not about- not much about writing. I don't need to write that much at workplace, so mostly I will just write about, yes, everyday life, just about my life and my friends' issue.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And when you are writing, do you prefer to type or write by hand?\nCandidate: Of course typing, because I just mostly write on the social media, and, uh, uh, past few years, I think I haven't write by my hand, it feels like, yes. I haven't even touched pencils or pen by myself recently, so definitely by typing.\nExaminer: Ah, I see, yes. Alright. Okay, so, that is it for part one, so we'll move into part two, the extended response question, okay? So, you'll have one minute to prepare your answer on this piece of paper, and you can speak for up to two minutes, alright? Alright, so your extended response question is, um, or task, I should say, is to describe a person who dresses fashionably or well. Okay, that's one minute. Mm-hmm. So now, can you describe a person who likes to dress fashionably or well?\nCandidate: Okay, uh, uh, one person comes to my mind, uh, she is my friend, Miss Choi, uh, because I'm not really sensitive to fashion trends, I'm- I'm not that kind of person, so I don't really think of any celebrity, and she's making video, kind of YouTube something, and it's really related to artwork, Uh, I think that's why she's really into that fashion things. Uh, she mostly wears some, which is called street fashion. It looks very funky? Punky? Funky? And it's like, uh, I think it's over than casual. I think it's like too much, but she loves it. Uh, I think she likes fashion because it represents her character, because she's working, uh, her job is related to art. She is- she really likes to go to art museum, and she really loves modern art, so... I think it shows the fashion can show who she is and what she likes. And that's why I think, I guess, she's- she loves fashion.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Alright, wonderful.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: So, let's move on to part three now, okay? The topic-focused questions. So, do you think online shopping will replace in-store shopping in the future?\nCandidate: Uh, well, I guess yes, because, well, after the pandemic, especially, people, more and more people start to shop online, and I heard that the online fashion market is getting huge. Yes, that's why I think like that.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And why is fashion very important to some people?\nCandidate: Oh, well, that's what I think I repeated, but because fashion can show who you are, you know, it represents what she likes. Yes, sorry for repeating things.\nExaminer: Oh, it's okay. Okay. And, are older people as fashionable as young people?\nCandidate: Older people... I guess in Korea, no. I think in Korea, well, when they get older, I think they wear very same. Well, for example, when they go hiking, They- all of them wear outdoor look, which is very colorful and big. Yeah, I- so, well, in my- in my opinion, I think, personally think, yeah, although people is not as fashionable as the younger people.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And now, your final question. Are women more fashionable than men?\nCandidate: Hmm, I'll say yes. Cause, you know, as we talk about online shopping, when we so- when we see the online shop, well, woman fashion, there are a lot kinds of Um, many kinds of clothes will, like, look like this, but, well, it has pearl and ribbon, ribbon, and many accessories, but for male, just shirts and trousers. I think that, I think because of that, yes, woman is more fashionable.\nExaminer: Okay, alright, great job.",
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  "serial": 150,
  "title": "150 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: All right, let's begin. So, yeah, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My full name's Min Sang Jang.\nExaminer: Min Sang.\nCandidate: And people just call me Steven.\nExaminer: Steven. Okay, good. And, uh, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm a student, and at- at the moment, I'm actually working at the same time, so I'm both a worker and a student right now.\nExaminer: Could you tell me about your major?\nCandidate: My major is graphic design, and I- I- basically I study graphic designs, but I also study about arts and media, how to cooperate with people, how to communicate with clients. I also study about, like, marketings and brandings. So yes, it's basically about graphic designs, but I study more about that. And I think it's more focused on how to talk with people, how to work with people, and how to communicate with them and find a better way out. So, yes.\nExaminer: Great. And could you describe your hometown for me?\nCandidate: My hometown's actually here, Seoul. It's a lovely city, and I've lived here more than 23 years. And it always makes me really nice when I go back to my real home, which, it's Mapo. It's a place called Mapo. And whenever- I'm still living in there, but whenever I go back to Mapo from, like, coming back from England or coming back from the army, whenever I visit my hometown, it feels really warm and nice. All the time. I think it's because I was born there, I was raised there, I played in that playground when I was a young kid, and now, as a student and as a tutor, I'm- I work around that town, so, it- it has my history in that town, so I think it's very meaningful for me.\nExaminer: Perfect. Now we're gonna talk about, uh, sweet food. So, do you like to eat cakes or other sweet food?\nCandidate: That's how I think I love to eat cakes. Yes. Like, especially, I think, strawberry ones. Not- not really a chocolate person, so... I do enjoy eating cakes. Yes. I do.\nExaminer: And can you make cakes?\nCandidate: No, I haven't. I haven't ever. I- I do love cooking. I do love cooking, like, Korean foods or Italian. I love cooking, but I'm not really a baker, so I haven't ever baked a cake yet, but yes, I do really want to try baking a cake. Yes.\nExaminer: Nice. And are there any traditional cakes in your country?\nCandidate: I think, um, the only traditional cake I can think of right now is the rice cakes. Like, I don't really think it's really a kind of a cake. I think it's more something to a food, but, yes, still, rice cakes are called cakes, so, yes, rice cakes, and there are, like, sweet rice cakes made of, Like, different crops, kind of stuff. So, I- I- I don't really like rice cakes a lot, but, yes, there- there might be rice cakes in my country, yes.\nExaminer: Okay. Uh, now let's talk about video games. So, do you play video games?\nCandidate: Yeah, I do play video games, like computer games, once in a while, once in a week, or... just not- not really often, but I do play video games. And I do enjoy playing f- football games, like FIFA, kind of, those kinds of games. So, yes, I- I do enjoy playing video games in my free times when I get, like, really stressed from my work or from my studies. I do sometimes play video games about, like, 30 or an hour a day, but not very much in a week. So, yes.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you like to watch other people play video games?\nCandidate: Yeah, I think I do enjoy other- seeing other players play games, like professional players, League of Legends professional players, or I do watch those kinds of videos on YouTube, and just before when I go to sleep, I watch them play, and I just- it really entertains me. It's just for fun, I do watch those stuffs.\nExaminer: Hmm. And do you think people spend too much time playing video games these days?\nCandidate: People, pardon?\nExaminer: Uh, yeah, do you think people spend too much time playing video games?\nCandidate: Yes, I do also think that people, especially younger ones, like boys or girls in their twenties or in their teenager ages, I think they spend too much time watching meaningless YouTube video game videos. And, actually, I would prefer just- prefer them to just play it, not just watch it, because if we play it, you know, we can feel the entertainment. But, just by watching it, it's not really... It doesn't give you anything, it just- it doesn't give you fun, it- it's kind of a waste of time, so I think it's a problem for younger ones, teenagers especially, if they watch too much video games and they can easily be distracted from studying or growing up, so I think, yes, they- They watch too much video games these days.\nExaminer: Perfect. That'll do us for part one. We'll go on to part two of the test now. I'll give you your question. Your question is here, there you go. I'll give you a pen or a pencil, whichever you prefer, alright? I'll give you one minute now to take some notes, okay? Yeah, you can begin. Alright mate, that's one minute now, alright? Okay, so could you describe a trip that you were looking forward to, but was delayed?\nCandidate: It happened when I was 14, I remember. I was- I was traveling London with my parents, and we were... Heading to Paris in that day. And so we went to the station and we had to take the Eurostar, the underground railway that goes to Paris. And actually we just thought the Eurostar as a normal train. We didn't really think about the concept that it goes abroad. So we were kind of late at that time. Because we didn't think that they would check our luggage or they would check our passports, so we didn't really expect it. It was our mistake, obviously, but as we... So we couldn't take the train to Paris, because we were so late at that time. We did arrive at the train departure time, but it was about... We should have been there about 30 minutes before, for our luggage and our visa, and all- to check all those stuff, to go to Paris, because it's another country, obviously. And, At that time, England was out of the Europe... United... Yes, Europe Unions, after the Brexit, so... Yes, we were delayed to go to Paris, so we had to book another train, and at that time, my mum was in charge of our family's trip, and I would talk- rather talk how she felt about the experience, because she was in charge of the trip. I was like a kid, and I was like, it's okay, we can take the- on the other train, but it was her who paid the fees, and it was her who paid the overpaid fees too, so.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: That's two minutes. Great. Okay, perfect. So how- how long did you have to wait for the next train?\nCandidate: I think it was about a few hours, but the fees were quite expensive and pricey, so...\nExaminer: Okay, alright, nice one. Let's go on to part three now, we'll keep it going.\nCandidate: Great.\nExaminer: Alright then. So, why do many people like to travel abroad?\nCandidate: Hmm, I think it's... about the new experience, because our daily life has nothing really special, like, the- the special events we have in our daily lives is about just meeting friends, like, walking on a park, walking in a park, or those teeny tiny stuffs, but if we travel abroad, The- the- the air's different, the food's different, the language is different, and we feel like being a totally new person. Like, everything doing in that country feels very new and fresh to us, so I think that kind of You know, that- that kind of feelings are very enjoyable for us. From, like, it's- it's kind of a similar stuff from escaping from the daily routines we live in. So, I think that's the most important reason.\nExaminer: And why do some people dislike traveling abroad?\nCandidate: I think they are afraid of- it's almost on the same floor that some people want to escape from the routine, but I think some are afraid of- of getting off from that routine, because If- if we travel abroad, we can obviously meet some robbers or pickpocketers. I was also pickpocketed once at- in- while traveling Spain. Those kind of experiences or the... The- the language, the- the difference in language, the difference in food. Some people might feel positive about those differences, but some might not, because obviously it's too different from the lives we are living right now, at the moment. So, I think they're afraid of, yes, like, traveling abroad.\nExaminer: And do you think, uh, traveling abroad is something that everyone should do?\nCandidate: I think if they are happily, living happily enough at the moment, in their daily routines and their lives, I think they don't really have to travel, because travel quite costs a lot, and we don't really have to pay for something we don't really like to do, so... They can do something else they like to do with that money. So, I wouldn't recommend everyone to, like, travel around, but most of the people who, if they feel that curiosity to what it would feel like if I travel abroad, like, if people have some kind of curiosity like that, or those questions in their mind, I think they should definitely move on to the next level and travel abroad.\nExaminer: Absolutely. And what do you think is the difference between how younger people travel and how older people travel?\nCandidate: I think the younger ones are more concentrated on, on, like, travelling around, walking around, because they obviously have more energy to use. They drink a lot of alcohol at night, like, their travels are more concentrated on, on the energy they have to spend. But I think older ones, the elders, Their travels are more peaceful, like, their- their travels are more concentrated on rest, on the term of rest, because they have less energy than the younger ones, they want to just- they do want to see, like, some famous sights, but not too much, so they have to Be, like, full of energy all the time, so, because obviously they're old. Yeah, that's something that I can see from my parents. They- they like to walk, but they want to stop at some point when they feel tired. So they have to go back to the hotel and they have to rest. So I think that's the difference, the younger ones and the elders.\nExaminer: Yep, absolutely. And do you think it's necessary, um, for tourists to learn some of the local language before they travel abroad?\nCandidate: Yes, I think that's the very basic thing to do as a traveller. So, for me, when I travel around, Countries that they don't- when- when they don't use English, I do try to learn some of the basic words, like thank you, like hello, those basic phrases or words, because I think that's the manner we can show to the locals, because- because it's very- I think it's very rude if we speak English just in front of them, because it's not... Yeah, they- they are born there, and they are using their language, but if we just speak English at- at- in their face, it's quite a- kind of a rude thing to do, I think. Like, not really a good thing to do while travelling, so... Even though we have to use English, if we say hello or, like, excuse me, in their own local language, I think it would be more helpful for us, also, and it would be more, like, they would really love to help us if they hear their local language from a tourist.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. That'll do us for the test. Thank you for completing it.\nCandidate: No, thank you.\nExaminer: Alright.",
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  "serial": 151,
  "title": "151 - IELTS Speaking Band 5.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, so now let's get into the speaking test. So, just to let you know, this test has three parts. So, the first part is general questions. Then, for the second part, I will give you a question which you will have one minute to prepare for. For this question, you can speak for a maximum of two minutes. Then, the final part is targeted questions. Okay?\nCandidate: Yeah, I got it.\nExaminer: Okay, great. So, let's get started. Uh, do you like texting?\nCandidate: Um, texting, um, you mean the, like, KakaoTalk or SNS or something, or just the writing?\nExaminer: Um, I mean, like, KakaoTalk, SNS.\nCandidate: Oh, yeah, I really like to texting- text with, um, friends, my friends. So, um, I usually do my- use my KakaoTalk, like, all day long, and I'm texting, like, Um, I'm drinking like this or eating like this and I'm here, you know, something.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Do you prefer sending or receiving messages?\nCandidate: Um, that's a kind of very difficult question because I really like to, um, message, um, change our message, so I really like to, um, Okay, great.\nExaminer: Um, have you ever received a confusing text message?\nCandidate: Confusing text message? Um... Um, so I have some Instagram, um, account, and sometimes some stranger just send me, like, um, I like- I like your photos, and I really wanted to- want- want to be your friend, but I don't know about him. So, it's like, kind of confusing.\nExaminer: Hmm, I see. And in what circumstances is making a phone call better than sending a text message?\nCandidate: I'm sorry, can you repeat again?\nExaminer: Yeah, of course. So, in what circumstances is making a phone call better than sending a text message?\nCandidate: Um, if I have some issues about, like, emergency- emergency issues, then I really wanted to Get, um, very quickly res- quickly, um, reply, then I just call to my friend, like, um, if we have some appointment, like, um, we'll be- we will meet in the Gyeongnam station or something, and the... Time is like 11 or something, but my- my appointment time is like 11.30, but I'm gonna- if I'm gonna late, and just call to my friend, oh, I'm so sorry, I'm gonna late a little bit, so like- like this.\nExaminer: Ah, I see. Okay, great. So, that is it for part one. Now, we're going to move on to part two of the test.\nCandidate: Yeah. Okay?\nExaminer: So, your question for part two is, describe an old friend that you got in contact with again. You have one minute to prepare your answer. Alright, that's time up, one minute. So, can you describe an old friend that you got in contact with again?\nCandidate: Okay, so, I met Rina in the US during my exchange student's life, and she's from Japan, and we got very, um, got, Closer in- during the exchange students because we don't have any Asian friends a lot in there. And she's very cute and she's a little bit introvert person. And, yeah, um, she don't have- she doesn't have any KakaoTalk because she's not a Korean. So we- we usually contact in- by the Instagram DM. And, yeah, after I come- I come- Back to Korea, we didn't do, we didn't text a lot during the, the, during nowadays, nowadays, but she text me like, oh, I got, I gotta go to, I'm gonna go to the Korea in June, so, yeah, that is, she text me like that, so, yeah, we contact again, so, yeah, I'm so, I'm very happy about that, and I can, I can't, um, wait for that, for her, um, visiting to Korea. So, yeah, I'm planning to look around some place in Seoul with her. So, uh, it's gonna be very happy for- happy for me.\nExaminer: Oh, that's lovely. It was really nice to hear your story.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: All right. So, that's everything for part two, right? So, now we're gonna go on to part three, the final part of the test, okay? So, what's the influence of social media on friendship?\nCandidate: Okay, so, I have a lot of friends, um, who is living in, uh, abroad, like, U.S. or Japan or Taiwan. I met them in the U.S. and, um, If I don't have any Instagram or some- the other SNS, I don't have any, um, way to contact with them or something, so I really feel, oh, thanks God, I have some way to contact them or text them. So, yeah, um, I think the SNS or something is very... Um, have a good influence to make my friendship. Even I- I have a lot of Korean friends too, but we don't have any time to meet with- meet with them. So, yeah, because we- we have a lot of to- we have a lot of things to do or something. So, sometimes texting them through the SNS is very, um,\nExaminer: Ah, okay, that's wonderful. Why do people lose contact with their friends after graduation?\nCandidate: Um, that is very good question, I think. I think, um, during the students, we have a very, um, we have a lot of time to enjoy our life or we have a lot of time just, um, we have a lot of time to Think about the friendship or something, but after graduation, I think we- I- I think, um, the most important thing to me is, like, a job or a career or how can I live, something. So I think that is why people just, um, forget about to text them or something. Yeah, that is- I think that is why people just, lose their contact with the friends.\nExaminer: Hmm, I see. Do people in your country like to make new friends?\nCandidate: It depends on peop- who- who is he, who is her, he, so, like, um, for me, I'm very extrovert person, so I really like to meet some new- new people and make some new friends, but some of my friends don't like- doesn't, uh, don't like to make some new friends because they just prefer to spend the time with\nExaminer: Ah, okay. And now, this is the last question, okay? So, do you think old friends are more important to the old generation or the young generation?\nCandidate: Um... Sorry, but can you repeat again?\nExaminer: Yes, of course. Do you think old friends are more important to the old generation or the young generation?\nCandidate: Umm... old... I think the old friends is more important to the old generation because they, uh, Because they don't have any, like, SNS or some social media on the smartphone, so they prefer to meet, like, old friends and just talk about the old memories or something. But for young generation, we have a lot of way to meet some new people. So, yeah, that is why I think like that.\nExaminer: Okay, great. So that is everything for today.\nCandidate: Oh, yeah, thank you so much.",
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  "serial": 152,
  "title": "152 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Let's begin. Alright, so could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Um, oh, hi, my name is Eunsoo Park.\nExaminer: Eunsoo Park, good. Uh, Eunsoo, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: Um, I'm working right now. I'm working as a freelancer. I teach, like, young children and also young adults English, and also about communication.\nExaminer: Hmm, and do you like your job?\nCandidate: Um, yeah, part much. I like teaching because I think it's a really meaningful thing for me to do as a living. It also gives me a life-giving meaning by just teaching because I'm thinking that I could learn from, like, anybody, anything.\nExaminer: Nice. And could you describe your hometown for me?\nCandidate: Um, my hometown. I'm, like, right now living in a place called 중랑구 . It's in Seoul, which is our capital city, and it's a kind of a bed town. We don't have much things to do, but still, I like my hometown. That's about my hometown.\nExaminer: And now we're going to talk about being bored. So, do you often feel bored?\nCandidate: Um, yes, I think I feel bored a lot, so that's why I do a lot of, like, activities, because I don't really like the feeling about being bored.\nExaminer: Okay, so, when do you feel bored?\nCandidate: Um, actually, I'm, like, a very, like, active person, so I could tell you that whenever I'm feeling bored is the time, except when I'm sleeping.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think childhood is boring or adulthood is boring?\nCandidate: Um, I'll... I'll guess that not childhood or, like, um, adulthood. I think it's more than, like, the part when we have to study, like, the, um, middle school and high school, those teenagers, I think that time is very bored because they have a duty to do to study.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And now we're gonna talk about celebrities. So, who is your favorite celebrity in your country?\nCandidate: Oh, in my country, that's, uh, like, difficult question for me. Uh, my favorite celebrity... Ah, I have one. Um, my favorite celebrity is a singer that is in a group called 2AM. He is, um, the vocal, like, part. His name is Lee Changmin. I like him much because he- I think his voice is very beautiful.\nExaminer: Hmm, nice. And what kind of famous people do you often see in the news?\nCandidate: The news? I usually see, like, the people who are connected to the politics, like the president or, um, the other people who work for the government.\nExaminer: And do you think that news about famous people is always true?\nCandidate: No, I'm going to tell you that I don't think that all of the news are true about the, like, famous people in the news, especially the politics.\nExaminer: Okay, and would you like to be famous?\nCandidate: Yes, I like to be famous, especially in my major, which I am studying right now, because I really want to be an expert in my major.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And what kind of famous people are most popular in your country?\nCandidate: In my country? Um, in my country, the, like, um, celebrities are famous, especially, like, the idol groups are very famous. They have, like, a very massive fandom, so they have a lot of fans, and, yeah, those are the most famous people.\nExaminer: Hmm. Great. That will do us for part one. We'll go on to part two now. I'll give you your question.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: So there is your question, and I'll give you one minute to do some note-taking. All right. All right, that's one minute now. Okay. So yeah, your question is, could you describe a time when some people near you made a lot of noise?\nCandidate: Um, the time when some people near me made a lot of noise is when I was in the, like, loud subway, we were using the public transport- transportation, and there- the subway was very crowded, so there were a lot of people, and my friends- my friend was making a short call with her boyfriend, and her voice got louder and louder because of the crowded people, like, the loud noises that the people made, so that time was when She made a lot of noise, so, like, I felt a bit frustrated about her loud voice, because I think people should be, um, like, need etiquettes in the public transportation, so I wanted her to be quiet, so I asked her to lower her voice, but still, she was a bit, like, Okay.\nExaminer: Okay, so that was one minute fifteen total. Okay, um, do you think on the subway in your country are people usually quiet or not?\nCandidate: I think it depends on the time that you get on the subway, because when it's, like, the time when they all finish their work, there are a lot of people in there, and I think that time is very quiet, because they all look at their phones, and they use the internet in the subway, because in our country, the internet, the Wi-Fi in the subway, but the public transportation is so good.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. Nice. Now we'll go on to part three of the speaking test. Alright. So, uh, what kind of places should be noise-free?\nCandidate: Uh, I think the most noise-free place that was, um, like, that took my mind was the playground and the parks, because that place is outside, and that is made for people to rest very freely, and also the children could play there, like, whatever they want, so they could scream and, like, yell to each other by a fun way, so I think that place is the most noise-free place for me.\nExaminer: And do you think it's easy to access those places in your country?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, because in our country, and we have a capital city, uh, in the capital city, we have a large river named Han River, and that place is very accessible in any places, because that river is, like, in the middle of our capital city.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And on what occasions do people need to be quiet?\nCandidate: As I told you in part two, I think that people should be quiet in the public transportation because that is a place that many people use and they have to share their, um, places to each other. So, I think that people should- I wish that people could be quiet in that place.\nExaminer: Nice. And do you think People should be allowed to make noise in all public areas?\nCandidate: Not really, because, as I told you, in the transportation, people are moving to another place from where they are, so I think that place should, um, be un-noisy for people's anxiety. I think it's because of my anxiety, because I have a very weak ear, so I'm a bit feel frustrated about the loud noises.\nExaminer: And how do people usually react if other people are making excessive noise?\nCandidate: The first thing is that I think people ignore it because in our country, it's very important to, um, respect other people's opinions, so I think the first one will be ignoring it, but the second one should be asking them to be quiet because, yeah, that would be, um, a little bit of communication that people could do.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Yeah. And do you think most people can do that effectively?\nCandidate: Definitely. Um, there should be many different opinions about that, but for me, that is very, like, um, I feel it very easy to do that thing to make people quiet. I could, like, ask them to be quiet, because as I told you, I'm a person who studied about communication.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And why can't people make noise in libraries or museums?\nCandidate: Um... I think it's because that, um, the libraries and museums should be a place where people have to focus on a specific thing. Like, in the library, they should focus on their books that they want to borrow, and in the museum, there should be some, like, art\nExaminer: Hmm. And do you think going to a museum is a common pastime in your country?\nCandidate: Uh... Yes, I think that is a very common thing to do in my country because I remember that when I was in elementary school and also middle school, we had this field trip going to the museums every year, and also we have many, um, large museums in the capital city, so many people could go there very easy.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. That will do us for part three. Okay, so we'll finish up there. Very nice. Okay.",
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  "serial": 153,
  "title": "153 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, so now we're going to get started with part one of the test. So, your first question is, do you like shoes?\nCandidate: Yes, I do, I guess, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, and how often do you buy shoes?\nCandidate: Actually, even though I like shoes, I don't buy that often because once I buy shoes, I think I take it for like four to five years of time. So, the first time, when- whenever I buy the shoes, I always get expensive one. So, normally high-quality ones, brand shoes, and then I just take them for like three to four years. If it goes longer than that, five years.\nExaminer: Ah, okay. And do you prefer comfortable or good-looking shoes?\nCandidate: Comfortable, definitely, because whenever I wear high heels, it's so uncomfortable, I cannot walk around that long, and I like to be active outside, so I normally wear comfortable shoes, so even right now, I'm wearing sneakers.\nExaminer: Ah, okay. And have you ever bought shoes online?\nCandidate: Yeah, I think so, when I didn't have time, but I prefer to buy that offline because I can try them on, and even though I buy something online, sometimes I need to get it back because it's so different from, you know, real-life experience, so I don't buy that often online, but offline.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Now, let's move on to part two of the test. So... Um, I will give you a question and then I will give you a piece of paper and a pencil to prepare your answer. This is the extended response question.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Okay, so your question is, describe a shirt or dress you wore for a special occasion. Okay, so describe a dress or shirt you wore for a special occasion.\nCandidate: Um, so there is a dress that I wore for Christmas party in Germany last year. Um, it's a black silk dress with pattern laces, long sleeve, it comes down until my ankle, and it has thin fabric and has, uh, elegant features in there. So, in Korea, I bought it, and before I go to Germany, I bought it from Korean mall called Zara. So it was a little bit expensive, but I just wanted to prepare something special, because I knew that Christmas time is gonna be something fancy in Europe, and it's my first time facing Christmas time, so I just wanted to wear that. Um, so I wore it at Christmas party finally, and while I was wearing it, I felt like I'm in a fancy place, because a lot of people there at the site were all wearing some suits and Christmas dresses, so I thought, okay, I guess I'm lucky that I prepared enough because actually Christmas is not a big thing in Korea, but it seems like it's a huge event in Europe. So, yeah, I felt special while I was wearing that dress.\nExaminer: Okay. Yeah. All right, great. Thank you. And now we're going to move on to the final part of the test, okay? So, what do you think the clothes we wear say about us?\nCandidate: Hmm, it represents our character and the lifestyle that we are aiming for. For example, even though I like high heels and mini skirts, I don't wear it that often because I really like to be comfortable and I like casual clothes. So I can be active and meet a lot of people while I'm outside. Um, my hobby is walking outside, socializing, and going to events. And whenever I wear some fancy clothes, it was not comfortable at all. So, for me, clothes is something that represents your character and, yeah, so it represents a special vibe of a person.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think that brand name is very important for clothes sales?\nCandidate: Mmm, sometimes, if you are a seller, I think it is important, but for a person who's buying, I don't think that's that important. Yeah, because, um, I always have a lot of clothes with me in my closet, but they are not brand things. I'm a student, so I cannot afford them. So, yeah, if it's cheap, but having a good quality, I don't think that's important.\nExaminer: And why do you think some people like to go clothes shopping with friends?\nCandidate: Hmm, it's really fun, especially girls. When I'm going with my girlfriends, um, I can show them my style, and then they can also show me their style, and yeah, we can just compare what kind of things that we like, and it's just really fun. It's like food shopping.\nExaminer: And how have clothes fashions changed in your country over the past few decades?\nCandidate: Hmm, it's hard to tell because the trend is actually always going around. So, these days, I can sometimes see the 80s or 90s fashion is arising again. So, um, these days, it's retro style, but also hip style is kind of mixed together.\nExaminer: And what kind of things determine what is in fashion?\nCandidate: Can you say it one more time?\nExaminer: Yep. What kind of things determine what is in fashion?\nCandidate: Hmm, actually, I'm not really well known in fashion, so I don't know about that.\nExaminer: Ah, okay. Yeah. And how do you think fashion will change in the future?\nCandidate: Hmm... I think it will just take a turn, like a circulation, so I have no idea how it's gonna be changed, but whenever I see Vogue models or the fashion magazine or the runway show, always the fashion in there has been quite unique and modern and sometimes kind of weird, so... Um, people are actually aiming for individuality more and more, so sometimes I think it can go extreme. So, in the future, um, the new generation will aim for something unique that is even on the level of being weird, yeah, and people will find it unique, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, so, uh, those are all the questions.\nCandidate: Yeah, thank you.\nExaminer: So, thank you very much.\nCandidate: Mm-hmm, thank you for your time.",
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  "serial": 154,
  "title": "154 - IELTS Speaking Band 6.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, so let's get started then. Alright, so your first question, do you have a pet?\nCandidate: No, I don't have pet, but I used to have a pet, which is- which was a dog. Yeah, the dog name was Choco, um, from chocolate, because the color of the dog was the same color as, um, dark brown, but, um, he passed away, like, two years ago, so, yeah.\nExaminer: And what types of animals do you think make the best pets?\nCandidate: Hmm, I think dogs are the best pet for me, because whenever I see dogs, um, their- their hair, um, seems very flur- flurry to me, so that makes me kind of comfor- comfortable to me, so... Yeah, also, um, whenever I see dogs, their behaviors are very friendly, and the way they act was- is very, um, always, um, very lively and liberating, so, yeah.\nExaminer: Oh, okay. Now, why do people have pets?\nCandidate: Um, I think, um, pets are kind of one of the friends to people. So, um, people normally want to have a pet because, um, whenever they have pets, they could be friends, um, also they could be family to them. So, they can feel comfortable and they can, um, lean on their pets. That's why I think.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And are there any types of animals that you think should not be kept as a pet?\nCandidate: Hmm, um, for me, um, some pets are kind of very toxic or, um, bad for human health, such as, um, cockroaches, something like that. So, um, because they have some viruses, could be viruses, so, um, I don't think people should, um, keep cockroaches as pets.\nExaminer: Oh, okay, so just something that's dangerous for- for health reasons. Ah, I see. Okay. Now, so that is the end of the first section, and now we're going to move on to the extended response part of the test. So, you'll have one minute to prepare your answer for the following question. Your question is to describe a wild animal- oh, I'm sorry.\nCandidate: That's okay.\nExaminer: To describe a wild animal that lives in your country. Okay, and that's one minute.\nCandidate: Alright. Um, so, I'm gonna describe a wild animal in my country, which is South Korea. So, um, I think, uh, one of the wild animals in South Korea is tigers. Um, It lives- they live, um, at the zoo. Sometimes they could be found at the- in the forest as well. I think, um, whenever, um, people see tigers, they feel scared or they might think they are dangerous because they have sharp teeth and they look kind of scary. And, uh, I think, um, tigers, uh, are gonna- fewer in the future, because this is, um, this is considered as endangered animals, um, because tigers are very unique these days, so Some, um, some bad people try to catch it and, um, try to make it as, uh, their own pet so that, um, people, um, people think that this tiger is very special to them. So, I think, um, tigers, uh, would be fewer in the future.\nExaminer: Okay. All right. Awesome work. So, ne- let's get on to the topic questions now. So, what is the purpose of having Zeus?\nCandidate: Hmm, I think having, uh, the purpose of having zoos is- is because, um, I think zoos make people happy, because, um, we, um, we are humans, and humans wanna see, um, similar species, and, um, at the zoo, there are lots of animals, but they don't, um, they don't speak languages, but same animals. So, um, We can still see animals without languages, so I think people, um, think that very, um, special thing, because we are the same animals, but they don't use languages, so, that's why.\nExaminer: And what is your opinion about animals being kept in zoos?\nCandidate: Hmm, for me, um, I think, um, I feel kind of bad for the animals at the zoo, at the zoo, because, um, they don't have- they don't seem have- to have, um, freedom. Um, so I prefer to see them in the wild, because, um, that makes me feel kind of comfortable, because, um, Animals should be, uh, more having, uh, freedom than just being kept, captured at the zoo.\nExaminer: Mmm. And how do you think zoos could be improved?\nCandidate: Hmm... For me, uh, I think, um, the zookeepers should make the zoo, uh, in the forest, in the, uh, wild nature. Um, they normally make the zoo in the city, and that could be a kind of, um, how do I say it, um, paradox? Because animals should be living in the, Yeah, that would be great, right?\nExaminer: And do you think it is important to conserve the world's animal species?\nCandidate: Of course, because, um, animal species is- are very, um, important part of our, um, system, because, um, humans, uh, humans and animals are the same species, kind of, so, um, If there's no animals in the systems, ecosystems, um, I don't think that's working for the world. Yeah, so, um, conserving animal is very important.\nExaminer: Hmm. Okay, great. And what is your opinion on poaching?\nCandidate: Poaching? Um, can you, uh, explain me what poaching is?\nExaminer: Oh, sure. Um, so, um, for example, when people hunt wild animals, Hmm, that's poaching. Yeah, that's poaching.\nCandidate: Ah.\nExaminer: Usually, it's illegal.\nCandidate: Hmm, um, yeah, I don't agree with poaching, because, um, for, um, some people who poaching, who- who are normally poaching, as I think the purpose is for mo- for the money, which is very, um, bad purpose. Yeah, um, I don't think, um, it's good for animals to be used for money or for being famous or something. So, um, yeah, I don't think that's a good way to make money.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think money should be spent on protecting wild animals?\nCandidate: Yes, I think so, because, um, there are lots of animals who- who are kind of very, um, looking for help for their, um, their feeding or something, their, um, food. So people should, uh, help the animals who are looking for their feeding or their food. So people should use money, I think.\nExaminer: Okay, great! So, it was really nice to talk to you about animals today, and that is everything from the test, so good job!\nCandidate: Thank you, thank you so much.",
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  "serial": 155,
  "title": "155 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Hi, my name is Yoonjae Lee, and I go by the name Yoonjae.\nExaminer: Okay. And Yoonjae, are you working, or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm actually both. I'm currently attending Gangneung University, and I'm majoring in stem cells, and I'm also doing a part-time job at various places. I'm doing interviews for new members at an English academy, and I'm also teaching middle school students English, yeah.\nExaminer: And could you tell me about your hometown?\nCandidate: Um, I lived in Mapo when I was young. Uh, near Hongik University. And it was a loud, uh, very lively place. But since I was a young girl myself, I really liked that town. So that's one of the reason I'm visiting there very often. So, like I said, I work at the English Academy, and actually that English Academy is near Hongdae. And that's one of the reason I chose to work there. And the hometown I'm living right now, at the moment, is in Gangseo. Yeah, near Barsan Station. It's not as lively or loud as the place I used to live, but it has lots of great foods and, um, stores, so, yeah, I really enjoy living there.\nExaminer: Okay. Now we'll talk about collecting things. So, do you collect anything?\nCandidate: I actually collect photo cards, you know, like, when you buy an album, there are either one or two photo cards, and I really like those exclusive photo cards, so that's actually one of my hobbies.\nExaminer: Okay, and are there any things that you keep from your childhood?\nCandidate: Oh, yes, I... I still have my doll that I got from my eighth birthday, so now I'm 21 years old, so the old- the doll is now 13 years old, so it's quite old, but I actually went to a doll doctor once, like, two years ago. Yeah, in- it's actually near here, in Sinunyun Station. So, they have a doll doctor for animal dolls. So, my doll is a bear. So, I got it totally fixed, so it's, like, almost good as new now.\nExaminer: Great. And what are some common things that people usually collect?\nCandidate: Um, one of my friends collect books, and I think, actually, that's very common thing to collect. Maybe, like, comic books, or series of books, like Twilight or, like, Harry Potter.\nExaminer: Okay, uh, now we're gonna talk about money. So, do you prefer to save money or spend money?\nCandidate: I prefer to save money, so I try to save money as much as I can. I usually save money for a six-month, um, plan, because every six months I usually go on a trip. And while going on a trip, I kind of, like, spend most of the money that I've saved. So, in those six months, I try to save as much as I can.\nExaminer: And how do you save money?\nCandidate: I have this, um, account only for saving. The money never comes out unless I go on a trip. So I have that account. So when I get my, um, monthly paycheck from where I work, I... I put about 80% of the whole money in that account, and I only spent that 20 leftovers. And when I get some little amount of money from my grandparents or my parents or any other relatives, I also collect that money and I put it at that account.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you usually use a card or cash?\nCandidate: I usually use card, but in winter season, I carry a little amount of cash, maybe, like, 5,000 won or so, because, you know, at winter, there are lots of winter-only foods, such as bungeoppang or hotteok, and I really love those stuff, and those people usually only I'll get cash only, so I try to carry some money around those times.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. That'll do us for part one, now we'll move on to part two. So, here is your question, and I'll give you a pencil, there you go. So now I'll give you one minute to do some note-taking, okay, so you can begin now. Okay, that's one minute. Alright, so could you describe a time when you found an item that someone else lost?\nCandidate: So, I found a wallet near Gyeongbokgung. It was... About two years ago, uh, I found it near a bench in front of Gyeongbokgung, and when I found it, I asked my friend if we should take it to a near police station. But we are really worried, because right before going to Gyeongbokgung, we saw a news about lost and found items fraud, because... In the news, someone, like, picked a wallet that someone just, like, put somewhere, and there were, like, drugs in it. Yeah, and the person who collected the wallet got into a serious problem, so we're worried we might go through similar stuff, so... We discussed what we should do about the wallet, but we decided to take it because the wallet seemed really fine, and it- it was not a fabric wallet, it was one of those see-through wallets, you know, like, very clear with, like, made out of rubber, so we thought it would be just safe to, like, take it and put it at the police station, so, yeah, that's exactly what we did.\nExaminer: Okay. Very nice. That's a minute and 20 seconds total. Alright. Okay. So, how did you feel about this situation?\nCandidate: I was thinking about the person who lost the wallet, because inside that wallet, we were able to see through the wallet, right? So, we were able to see about 10,000 won, and that's quite a lot, right? So, if I ever lost 10,000 won, I would be, like, so frustrated. So, I really wanted to, like, give it to the right person. And one more thing was, I was worried if there might be drugs in it, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Uh, now let's move on to part three of the test, alright? Okay, so let's keep going. So yeah, uh, what kind of people tend to lose things more often than others?\nCandidate: Um, in my opinion, I think people who carry small bags tend to lose stuff more than people who carry big bags. Cause when people have small bags, they have to put their stuff in their pockets, and you know, like, most pockets are, like, not very, um, safe to put, cause some pockets have zippers, but usually they don't, so when they run or, like, walk really fast, uh,\nExaminer: And what's the first thing that people should do if they realize they lose- they have lost something?\nCandidate: I guess it depends on what that item is. If it is an electrical device, such as maybe an iPad or iPhone, you could check it on Google or other iPhone-related apps.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: So, that's how they can, like, easily find their electrical item. But if it's not an electrical item, or if they have never put those Apple tags on that item, then... I think they should, um, ask their companion who, like, went through the day with, because they might be able to remember where they put it, so I think that could be a- one nice way to find what they lost.\nExaminer: And how can people, like, prevent losing things?\nCandidate: I think labeling stuff is one nice way. I have, like, pouches for each stuff, and on that pouch, I have, like, labeled stuff, like, um, for, like, one example, chargers. In that pouch, I have a phone charger and iPad charger. And heater charger for, like, winter season. And another labeled pouch is, like, for makeups. I have, like, my cosmetics in there, and also my hand sanitizer. And, yeah, that really makes me help not to lose stuff.\nExaminer: Yes. And why do some people find their lost items more easily than other people?\nCandidate: Um... I guess some people does have really nice memories, and, I guess some people have track- track of stuff they carry around. So, people with good memories, maybe? Or, like I said before, a companion might remember where I put my stuff. So, people who go- go through the day with many people, Might be eas- easily find their lost items.\nExaminer: Hmm, right. And why do you think some people just walk by a lost item and not pick it up?\nCandidate: Well, like I said before, there are news about the dangers of picking up lost items. So, they might actually saw the same news and decide not to just pick it, because it could be dangerous. There could be, like, drugs, or, like, they could get into a serious crime by just picking up a lost item, just to prevent crimes.\nExaminer: And do you think there is any, do you think there is any difference between losing something in an urban area and losing something in a rural area?\nCandidate: It depends on where you live, so if the rural area is, like, the place you actually live in, then you, like, really get to know all where is where, and, In rural area, it could be just my thoughts, but people are really, like, really close to each other, because, like, there are not many people living in that area. So, people could, like, easily know which stuff belongs to whom, and that could really help someone find their lost items. But if someone is not a person from that rural area, I think that'll be, like, really hard to find their lost item. Because not many people would be eager to find that someone's lost item, and it's really hard to find direction in rural places. So, yeah, but if the person is someone from an urban area, then it'll be just same as the person who lives in rural area. They could easily find stuff.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. That'll do us for part three. All right, so we're done there. Nice. Um, all right.",
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  "title": "156 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, so let's get into it. So, first question. What is your favorite type of food?\nCandidate: Um, my favorite type of food is American Chinese cuisine. It's like Mongolian beef or egg noodle. Those are my favorite.\nExaminer: Oh, okay. And then, can you tell me what is a common meal in your country?\nCandidate: In Korea?\nExaminer: Yes.\nCandidate: Uh, the common meal in Korea is, I think, uh, rice. Uh, it's one of, uh, staples in my country. Um, compared to Western, um, nations, uh, rice provides us with, uh, more carbs, uh, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you like cooking?\nCandidate: I sometimes, uh, enjoy cooking, yeah.\nExaminer: When do you eat your main meal of the day?\nCandidate: Um, depending on my schedule, uh, like, since I'm- I'm a student currently, so when I have to wake up, like, in the middle of 7 a.m., um, my main meal should be 6 a.m. So, to pre- to prepare my main meal, I have to wake up, uh, by 5.30 a.m. and just, yeah, uh, yeah. So, my main meal, uh, should be in the middle of, uh, 6 a.m.\nExaminer: Oh, okay. All right, very good. So, now we will move on to part two.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: The extended response. So, I will give you a pen and some paper to prepare your answer for one minute. So your question is, describe a restaurant that you enjoyed going to. Okay, so you've had one minute to prepare. So can you please describe a restaurant that you enjoyed going to?\nCandidate: Uh, I usually go to this restaurant called Panda Express. Uh, it is located worldwide, and the reason why I really like, uh, to go with this restaurant is for their price and, uh, many different kinds of, uh, favors. And, as I said, uh, earlier, uh, my favorite food is American cuisine, Chinese cuisine, so, That's why I, uh, often go to this restaurant. And, uh, the type of food I usually have is definitely American Chinese cuisine because it is Panda Express. And, also, uh, I think I just mentioned, uh, the price, uh, pr- price alone. But, uh, as a, uh, gym rat, I think they offer, uh, sufficient, uh, proteins, like, uh, beef or chicken, orange chicken. And... yeah. Yeah, those are the reasons I really, uh, enjoy going to this restaurant.\nExaminer: Okay, great! Uh, very good job. Now, let's move on to the topic-based questions. Okay, so, do many people eat in restaurants in your country?\nCandidate: Um, yeah, I think, uh, compared to, uh, Western countries, um, I mean, specifically, like, advanced countries like, uh, America or Canada or other, um, uh, countries in- in East Europe, uh, West- Western Europe, uh, our, like, um, like, um, hmm, It is- it isn't, uh, costly to prepare food, and, uh, from my personal experience living in Canada, uh, it was pretty, uh, pricey to go to a restaurant, uh, except Subway or Panda Express. So, uh, I think people in my country, um, often or often go to a restaurant to eat, uh, their meal, yeah.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. So, um, which are more popular then, fast food restaurants or traditional restaurants?\nCandidate: Um, I think, um, restaurants in Korea, um, uh, are biased on, um, franchise restaurants type. Uh, I think it's because, uh, of, um, like, um, Lots of, uh, restaurants, uh, franchise restaurants are imported, uh, overseas. So, um, people here want to, um, test out their fame. And unfortunately, uh, local restaurants like, uh, Korean cuisine, uh, are not, uh, as popular as franchise restaurants from, um, yeah, Western countries.\nExaminer: Ah, okay, I see. Why do people enjoy eating out?\nCandidate: Um, I think, uh, like, uh, restaurants like, uh, Five Guys or Shake Shack Burger, uh, we can make those burgers in- in- in home. Uh, they offer their special, uh, sauce and recipes. So, um, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, and now, so what do you think a healthy diet consists of?\nCandidate: A healthy diet should consist of a proper, um, amount of carbs, protein, and fat. And when it comes to fat, it should, um, uh, it should be the fat from, uh, almond, not from, um, like, empty calories. So, uh, yeah, to prepare, uh, Good, uh, healthy meal, uh, as I said, uh, those threes, th- those three, uh, carb, protein, fat, good fat, uh, yeah.\nExaminer: Mm. And do you think children should be taught about healthy diets and cooking at school or at home?\nCandidate: Uh, I do think, uh, they should be taught, uh, how to cook, how- how to cook, um, at school. But in Korea, uh, we are so, um, like, passionate about going to, like, elite schools. So, uh, most of, uh, school- most of the schools in Korea, uh, from my experience, uh, they only teach, like, uh, how to earn good scores on Korean SAT. So, yeah.\nExaminer: Hmm, so it should be taught at school, in your opinion, but it's not?\nCandidate: It's not, yes.\nExaminer: Ah, okay. And at what age do you think children should be taught to cook?\nCandidate: Um, well, uh, to cook, uh, they must use, um, like, microwave or, like, some things that, um, like, could- could do harm on them. So, I think, uh, the age should be over, um, grade 8. So, yeah. So, it should be 13.",
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  "serial": 157,
  "title": "157 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good morning.\nCandidate: Good morning.\nExaminer: So, we will begin the speaking test.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Part one, what was your childhood dream?\nCandidate: My childhood dream? Um, my childhood dream was, uh, being a soccer player, and I especially wanted to be a soccer player because I was really into the sports itself, and I've learned soccer since I was a, I guess, like a, Seven or eight, so it was a very young age. And I find it so interesting, and this passion to share with your friends, and the feeling that when you win the game, it's so, um, it's so hard to- hard to- hard to say it out, but you can- you can really feel that you're alive, and, yeah, that's why.\nExaminer: Are you the kind of person who sticks to dreams?\nCandidate: Yeah, I think I'm the kind of person who sticks to dreams. Um, because I think for every single person, uh, dream is really important for them to show, like, um, also, when it goes to their jobs, um, you- you can't ignore this dream part, because Um, once you have some kind of dream, then you should, um, strive to follow that dream and to- and to success that, yeah.\nExaminer: What is your dream job?\nCandidate: My dream job? I- I've been thinking this for a while, but I don't think I have a dream job, but I think it's somewhere between the sports, yeah.\nExaminer: Do you think you are an ambitious person?\nCandidate: I think I am an ambitious person, um, because I think when I lose in a game or when I get to, when I don't get a high score, uh, that I want it to be, I think, um, I was- I was really depressed and I re- I wanted to, um, try again for that and I want to, To get the most out of myself. So I think I'm a kind of ambitious person.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. So, we will begin part two.\nCandidate: Mm-hmm.\nExaminer: In part two, you'll have one minute to think about what you would like to say, and you can take notes, and you'll have two minutes to speak.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: You can start. The topic is, describe a water sport you would like to try in the future. Are you ready?\nCandidate: Yeah, I'm ready. Let's see.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Um, um, a water sport that I would like to try in my future is surfing. Um, surfing is a sport using a board that you surf on the water, and I would like to try this in California. Because primarily, it's the most famous spot that you'd like to surf. And, um, I think surfing, it's kind of difficult, because if you see people surfing, then they don't surf well, and there are just a few people who surf well. And, You have to balance yourself on the board, so, yeah, maybe it's gonna be kind of difficult, but I guess if you have enough practices, then you can- you can do well on surfing. And I would- the reason I would like to try this board is because if you watch them surf on the sea, um, it looks so cool, and Like, when you- when you surf on water, and feel that the water, it's really thrilling, and those thrills are mind-blowing, and you can really feel that your- your body's moving, and you can- you can just follow With the waves. So, it's not based on you, but it's based on the wave. How wave goes, then, then you just follow that wave. So, I really want to try this sport, and, yeah. That's it. That's it, for sure.\nExaminer: Thank you. Okay, part three. What are the advantages of water transportation?\nCandidate: Water transportation?\nExaminer: Yes.\nCandidate: So, um, advantages of water transportation is, um, firstly, um, it does not, I mean, you can enjoy the view outside, like, on the water, and, Yeah, and you can see the beautiful, uh, sunshine and also the- those sea creatures sometimes. You can- you can meet dolphins and also enjoy the- the calmness that the water give you. And water transportation is Not so fast, and if you have enough big boat, then you don't have to be so squeezed in, like, like, if you're in the airplane, sometimes. Um, I mean, if you're in business class, it doesn't matter, but if you're in economy, then you'll be very squeezed, and there will be not so much space, so... If you're on a boat, then you'll have enough space. And also, um, you can also enjoy, um, like, enjoy the water and water transportation. For example, you can just jump into the sea and go swimming. So, I think these are the advantages of water transportation.\nExaminer: Why do people like to live near water?\nCandidate: I think people like to live near water because the water gives people, uh, like, if you're living in the city, then you might feel a kind of, hm, you might feel very tough to live there because the water will give you calmness and, If you're- if you're near water, then you can also have some entertainment with your family and, you know, just relax and have fun. So, I think that's why people want to live near the water.\nExaminer: What kinds of water sports are popular nowadays?\nCandidate: Maybe surfing and swimming. Swimming was the most, um, most popular from- from days, um, like, before. And- but I think recent trend is surfing. People start to surf. It- it- it's not a- it's not a hard- hard sport to- to- to get in- into. And... Surfing is really, if you have beach betw- like, beside your house and- and a board, then you can just go there and just have fun. It's not so hard to get into, so I think this is why surfing is the most popular sport nowadays, water sport.\nExaminer: Do you think it is good to teach swimming in school?\nCandidate: Yeah, I think it's good to teach swimming in school. Because, hmm, swimming, it's not that hard. And if you just have a swimming pool, then you can teach a lot of people, a lot of students, about swimming. And, um, Because the space is quite big, the swimming pool, so, you don't, for example, tennis, you can just teach one person at a time, or two, but then, in case of swimming, you can teach them, um, a lot of- a lot of students, and Yeah, I think that's the most big advantage. And, uh, in case of the school, uh, you're- you have a lot of students. So, if you're going to teach them, maybe swimming is a good sport to teach them.\nExaminer: What do you think of the people who waste water?\nCandidate: I think, um, people who waste water should stop wasting water. And, Yeah, I think they're so foolish because there are so many people in this world are like, in a lack of water state. And, for example, um, people in, like, like, Africa or people in those, um, country which have a very hot climate, they are really in a lack of water. And people die because of lack of water, but look at those people in rich- rich country. They just waste water and I think it's really foolish and we all should think of the nature and also think of the people who don't have a lot of water and, um, to reserve and to not waste water.\nExaminer: What are the characteristics of goods transported by water?\nCandidate: Excuse me?\nExaminer: What are the characteristics of goods transported by water?\nCandidate: Characteristics of goods transported by water. I think, um, like cars, um, cars, sometimes even trucks, you can't load them in an airplane, so, um, Trans- so, if you have a big ship, um, then you can load them, on them, and, um, like, if you, uh, the- the ships can, um, they can bear, uh, very heavy weights. So, you can load a lot of stuffs, and the characteristics, also one of them is, um, very heavy, and very ma- the size could be very big. Also, um, if the sizes are big, then even though it's not so long, if it's wide, you can't put them on a train, and you can't put them on an airplane, or even on a truck by land. So, I think those are the characteristics of goods, um, being transported on water. Thank you.\nExaminer: We're finished. Thank you very much.\nCandidate: Thank you very much.",
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  "serial": 158,
  "title": "158 - IELTS Speaking Band 5.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Good morning.\nCandidate: Good morning.\nExaminer: Um, let's begin part one.\nCandidate: Mm-hmm.\nExaminer: First question, can you fix things?\nCandidate: Um, I haven't tried, like, fixing things, whether that would be, like, um, like, tools, but I guess some parts I can fix things.\nExaminer: Okay, question two, did anybody teach you to fix things when you were a child?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, my parents have told me to, um, when a chair wasn't working in a particular way, they just told me to use certain tools, just taking some things out of the toolbox, and just told me to fix certain things.\nExaminer: Question three. Do you think it is necessary for people to learn to fix things?\nCandidate: Uh, absolutely, because it's, um, minor inconveniences can happen in, like, any moment, so I think it's important that people learn how to fix certain things, um, on a certain level.\nExaminer: And question four, what do you do when a thing is broken and cannot be fixed?\nCandidate: Um, if the thing is cannot- cannot be fixed, I guess I call the, um, like, the pro- the company of the product, and then, like, tell them what to do, or, um, ask them if I could, like, um, ask for, like, maintenance.\nExaminer: Okay. We'll begin part two, and for part two, you'll have one minute, to prepare what you'd like to say, and two minutes to speak. The topic is useful invention. Describe an invention that is useful in your daily life. Okay, are you ready?\nCandidate: Yes. Um, one of the, um, inventions that I like to often use is a cooking gadget for, um, avocados. Um, and what it can do is, it looks like, uh, like a round blade, like a plastic blade that can- that kind of, um, It just cuts through the avocado and then makes it, um, makes the peeling easier, and especially for the seed, the pit part, and, um, it was pretty popular, like, it was viral on, like, all platforms or social media, and it's pretty much straightforward because you just cut into the- cut through the avocado and then take the pit out, and it's pretty easy to use, and... The reason it is useful is that, um, it takes, um, it reduces the time of, like, you know, um, peeling the avocados, and so it's easier for people to just, um, access it right away. I think that's it for now.\nExaminer: Thank you. Let's move on to part three. What qualities do inventors have?\nCandidate: I think inventors need to have a lot of, um, creative thinking, obviously, because, um, In order to, like, invent things and then they need to access, um, they need to approach things, pro- problem-solving strategies in an- in, like, a creative way, so I think, um, um, thinking of things in, like, a different perspective, different lens is important.\nExaminer: Do you think only scientists can invent new things?\nCandidate: Um, not necessarily can be anyone, or maybe like, whether that would be like a homemaker, like a stay-at-home mom, for example, that can, um, create certain, um, kitchen tools.\nExaminer: What inventions do you think should be improved?\nCandidate: Um... I guess in terms of, um, I think, um, Maybe the cost of the financial cost and the accessibility from that perspective, it can be improved. And, um, yes, that's it.\nExaminer: Are there any other inventions that make the world better?\nCandidate: Um, I think in terms of Um, for example, ed- education, um, there are certain, um, online applications that make, um, education, like, more widely accessible, and for people of all ages can, like, learn things in, like, a new creative way, like Duolingo or other, like, language-related apps. So I think, yeah, that's one of the easiest example that I could think of.\nExaminer: Do all inventions bring benefits to our world?\nCandidate: Um, most of the time it's, um, mostly positive, but sometimes it can- it can be, um, not fully effective work, and it can be sometimes negative.\nExaminer: Who should support or sponsor inventors, governments or private companies?\nCandidate: Um, I think both, from the government side, they can, um, foster, um, regulations or, um, new laws related to scientific inventions, and private companies can sponsor or, um, um, become catalysts in, um, in promoting scientific inventions.\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you.\nCandidate: Thank you.",
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  "serial": 159,
  "title": "159 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, we can get started now.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: To begin, can you tell me your full name?\nCandidate: My full name is Lee Joo Hyun.\nExaminer: Great, and are you working or studying right now?\nCandidate: Currently, I graduated, and I'm seeking for a job.\nExaminer: Okay. And what did you study?\nCandidate: Um, in the university, I had two majors. One is Italian, which is a basic language, and the other one is economy.\nExaminer: Okay. Yeah. Um, and what kind of job would you like to find?\nCandidate: Um, I'm still, uh, thinking about that, but, um, I th- uh, personally, I want to work at a startup, which is re- which is related to, uh, the, um, what would you say, the- the computer programming language.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: So I can decode and make a program, something like that.\nExaminer: Sure. Um, what do you enjoy doing in your free time?\nCandidate: Um, normally when I'm free, I... I cook, uh, because I live alone, so there is so much time, uh, staying at home, so, and also I don't have a lot of money to go to the restaurant, so I- I enjoy, um, finding recipes and try them.\nExaminer: Cool. What, um, what styles of food do you cook?\nCandidate: Uh, personally, I like, um, the Italian dish, which is pasta, basically. So I try a lot of the types of pasta, such as the garlic pasta or the tomato, the cream, whatever it is.\nExaminer: Sure. Um, and what is your hometown?\nCandidate: My hometown is, uh, called Anyang, which is in the Gyeonggi-do. Uh, it's not far from Seoul. It takes, uh, uh, like 40 minutes by the subway.\nExaminer: Okay. And what's something that you like about Anyang?\nCandidate: Well, uh, um, everyone loves their hometown, but for me, um, I think I like it about, um, tranquility. I mean, which is the- there- it- it is basically peaceful, big, uh, it is not a big city. Um, it is basically for the bad town. Uh, the- the people stay there and they go to work, to Seoul. So there isn't noise. Not so much things that is distracting.\nExaminer: Hmm. Um, what do you not like about it?\nCandidate: The onion?\nExaminer: Yeah.\nCandidate: Well, I think it's the- also the same thing. I mean, it's too quiet, so there is no, um, what would you say, any excitement about the- where I lived in. So I always- when I was young, I always went to Seoul to have fun with- with my friends. So that was kind of, um, I didn't like about it.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Uh, let's talk about text messaging.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Do you like texting?\nCandidate: Um, I- I don't think so. I- I prefer the calling, um, to the texting because, um, it is more direct form of the communicating. Uh, when you text with the other people, uh, you cannot, uh, share the emotional, the reaction between them, so I try to call when I have a chance, even though when I can text with other people.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, when you are texting, do you prefer to send or receive messages?\nCandidate: Um... I think I, uh, I- I think I preferred, um, the receiving messages, because I'm not really talkative person, so I don't really have to send a message first to other people. So, yeah, ba- uh, in most cases, I receive the messages from the other people first time, and then I send the message as a reaction, yeah.\nExaminer: Sure. Have you ever received a confusing text message?\nCandidate: Pardon?\nExaminer: Um, so have you ever received a text message that you found confusing?\nCandidate: Confusing? Uh, yes, uh, sometimes, because, you know, um, there are, there's so many bad people out there, you know, that they try to, uh, to fool people by texting messages, which is basically a lie. Um, the- the, for example, uh, a few years ago, I got a text, which is, which says that I, my father was taken. Yeah, so that was quite, uh, absurd, so I didn't believe it in the, in the first time, so, yeah, that, I think that is the, the example of the, the weird messages I got.\nExaminer: Sure. Um, and final question. In what circumstances or situations is making a phone call better than sending a text message?\nCandidate: In what cases the phone call is better than text messages? Um, I think, Uh, I think the communicating with the family is, in- in that case, uh, the calling is much better than the texting because, you know, the- when you, uh, as I- as- as- as I said, when you text a message with other people, you cannot share the emotional reaction, so, but when it comes to the- the talking with the family, the most important thing is the emotional reaction between them. So, uh, whenever I text with my father and my mother, I feel like I'm kinda... there- there's a wall between me and them, so that- that feels kinda... not- not that good. So I- I prefer the calling with them, so... yeah.\nExaminer: Sure. Uh-huh. Okay, we can move on now to part two. Sure. So, in part two, you'll have a minute to prepare. Um, here is a pencil, you have a pen if you prefer. Um, just have one question, a minute to prepare, and then up to two minutes to, uh, to talk about it. So, you can take notes, and I'll let you know when we have to move on. Okay, that's a minute, so...\nCandidate: That's fast.\nExaminer: Uh, when you're ready, yes, it is fast. Um, when you're ready, you're gonna describe a short-term job you want to have in a foreign country.\nCandidate: Well, um, I'm not sure if this would be possible, but, uh, personally, I want to have a short-term job, a short-term job as internship, whatever, in the United States. The company is called the Neuralink. Uh, the- it is the company, uh, that, Um, what would you say? The- the produce the- the- the brain chip, uh, which is basically, um, for the- the helping people with the neuro, uh, disability. I know th- there are so many people who has, um, the- the nerve disability, and some people cannot move their- their arms or their body because of their some car- car accident or whatever it is. So the- basically, the- Uh, what they- the situation they have is that their brain and their, uh, the body cannot be fully connected because of the accident, physically. So, that brain chip, um, helps to connect those two parts by the sending- uh, the receiving the signal and the send the signal, uh, between the brain and the body parts, and that's how it works. Uh, I got to know about this job, um, about this company because, uh, while I was, um, browsing the YouTube, the video, you know, um, you know, it's basically about- because of Elon Musk, you know, the company is founded by Elon Musk and he explained about the company basically. Um, you know, for the helping, uh, the people with the neuro disability, and I think that is quite fascinating, and it looks- it looks a little impossible, but, uh, the people are doing hard work for doing that, and- and I think, the person would think it would- it would be done. So, yes, um, as, uh, the person who- That's good.\nExaminer: Okay. That's two minutes, yeah. Um, nicely done. Okay, now we can move on to part three. Um, so, what kind of work can young people do in foreign countries?\nCandidate: Um, um, I don't know, it depends on a person. Uh, really, as, um, for some people who want- who are interested in marketing, they could get a short-term job or any job, uh, which is related to the marketing in other country. Uh, for- for other people who are- who are interested in, um, the computer programming, the coding, just like me, that they could get an internship in- in- in the companies that- in the field in other country. So, I think there is no, um, the limitation on, uh, on what kind of company, um, the people could get, even though they're young. So, yeah, I think it depends on the, uh, what the people are interested in.\nExaminer: Okay. Yeah. And is it good for young people to have the experience of living and working in other countries?\nCandidate: Um... Actually, I don't have a experience having a job in another country, so I'm not really sure about this question, but, um, I- I guess it would help, because, um, Because, uh, the- the having a job in another country helps people with the- the broadening their- their sense, uh, for perceiving the world. Um, it is- is a- I think it's a huge difference. Um, uh, for example, uh, when you- when you don't have any- any experience and just stay in one country and have a job and stay their entire life in the one country, um, it is also good, but, um, In order to do a- the bigger thing, such as the making of business, the exporting products, I think there is a limitation on that. So, if- if- if someone is interested in, um, what would you say, the company, um, uh, which- which provides the product to other country, I think the- the working in other country, it helps a lot.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And why are some people unwilling to work in other countries?\nCandidate: Um, again, I think this is, uh, this depends on the person, but, um, uh, based on my personal experience, some people are not, uh, interested in working in another country because they are shy and they are not confident. There are the people who wants to have a job in another country, but they are not confident to do that. Uh, basically because of the- the language, and the other thing is that they are obsessed with the being perfect person. Uh, I think, you know, nobody- nobody can be- cannot be perfect, so, uh, if you are obsessed with this- this thing, uh, they cannot do anything, um, in any field, including- including anything, including, uh, the working in other countries, so... Yeah, the lack of confidence is the fundamental thing.\nExaminer: Good. And what's the difference between working in an international company and working in a domestic company?\nCandidate: I think the biggest difference is the culture. When you say domestic country, in Korea, obviously, the culture in that company will be more like the Korean culture, such as there are much more strict hierarchy based on age, and... But the, uh, on the other hand, um, for the international companies, uh, I guess, again, I don't have any experience on the- having a job in an international country, but I think it would be much loose, uh, more loose, uh, compared to the Korean country. Yeah, so the- the cultural thing would be the biggest difference, I think.\nExaminer: Okay, good. The end.\nCandidate: Oh, thank you.\nExaminer: Nicely done.",
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  "title": "160 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Could I please have your full name?\nCandidate: Uh, my name is Minseo Kang. So, M-I-N-S-E-O-K-A-N-G.\nExaminer: Okay, nice to meet you, Minseo.\nCandidate: Nice to meet you.\nExaminer: Okay, let's start off with flowers. So... Do you like flowers?\nCandidate: Flowers, so, like, the plants, right?\nExaminer: Yeah.\nCandidate: Yeah, I- I kind of like to see the flowers. I like to buy the flowers, but actually, I don't know the name. I just like the, like, appearance and the vibe, the mood. When I get the flower from my boyfriend or my friends, I would be pleasant, but, like, I just don't know the exact name, so I'm not really interested, but I just like to see.\nExaminer: Yeah. Yeah. I'm not an expert either.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Do you know anyone else who loves flowers?\nCandidate: Uh, actually my boyfriend loves flowers and plants because he's, uh, he majored in biology, and he's working in the lab as well, so he likes to, like, grow up some flowers and plants, so sometimes he tells me about things like flowers, plants, and biology, environment, but I'm like, okay, it's in my ear and out of my ear, so I have no idea.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Are there a lot of flowers in the area where you live?\nCandidate: Um, near to my apartment? Not, like, flower, but yeah, some plants, because we have a park nearby my house, it's like, some parks, so we have some flowers, but we don't have a lot of flowers, so I can sometimes see flowers when I walk to, like, walk out of my house, but not a lot.\nExaminer: I see.\nCandidate: Usually just bush, or just, yeah.\nExaminer: Do you take photos of flowers in, like, daily life, if you walk past something pretty, you'll take a picture?\nCandidate: Yeah, I used to do it when I lived in Australia, so, because, like, I live there, like, I live nearby the parks, like, which has a lot of flowers, so I just used to just take a lot, because it's so pretty, and it's very colorful, and, like, it just, like, catch my eyes, so...\nExaminer: Do people in your country often send flowers to one another?\nCandidate: Um, probably when you're in a relationship, yes. Uh, it's kind of, like, anniversary thing, I guess. So, some of my friends got flowers in their, like, first anniversary, second anniversary, like that. But to friends, it's not normal, but, like, when you celebrate something like birthday or graduation, yeah, people do send flowers to others. The thing is, it's just so expensive.\nExaminer: Yeah, it is quite expensive these days. On similar topics about friends and giving things to each other, texting, that's also something quite- quite common in Korea. How often do you send text messages?\nCandidate: To friends or family?\nExaminer: Generally?\nCandidate: Uh, generally, I do text a lot to my friends, so I ha- I do have, like, close friends in Korea, so I text a lot. So, like, we talk about, like, small gaships, their boyfriend, their relationship, and their friendship as well. Like, Or we talk about our hobby, what we do, what we are gonna do in the future. Sometimes we are, like, having a philosophical, like, question, discussions, like, you know, like, have I ever done blah blah blah things, just gossip things, usually. Yeah, I talk to my mom every day, too.\nExaminer: That's cool.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Is sending text messages very popular in your country?\nCandidate: So, in Korea, yeah, yeah, it- I think it's quite popular, uh, especially in relationship, like, people do text a lot, they think they're supposed to text a lot, I think, like, not everyone, I'm not generalizing, but my friends, like, they love texting their boyfriends, so, like, especially in relationship, they're, like, supposed to text a lot, like, tec- like, talk to the other a lot.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you send more messages now, or did you send more messages when you were younger?\nCandidate: Uh, actually, I do text a lot now because it's hard to meet friends every day. I'm busy and, like, I'm busy doing my things, so it's just hard to catch up to, like, you know, actually meet in person, so I just- just text instead. It's easy, so it's more, like, accessible. So, like, I don't have to, like, pay for dinner or pay for, like, lunch. I don't have to go out to meet them, so it's just easy. It's free.\nExaminer: Okay. Yeah. That's cool. Let's move on to part two. So, your question here is, describe a city that you have been to and would like to visit again. I'll give you a minute to take some notes. Yep. You may start when you're ready.\nCandidate: Yeah, I went to Sicily July 2- in July 2023, so it was a summer, like, two years ago, I think. Uh, I just traveled, I visited for a week, like, Sicily Island, because I wanted to, like, see how it's like, because my friend said, oh, it's like Jeju Island, and some of them just recommend it. So, yeah, why not? I want to try it. So, uh, and I was there, I just, like, I traveled, like, three cities, I think, and I- what I did was, like, dip my leg into the water and ate some great food, like, Sicilian food, so it's mostly, like, seafood and pasta, of course, and pizza, like that. I ate it. I ate dessert as well, and I saw a lot of cats on the street as well.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Stray cats. I love cats, so, like, oh, that's cute. And also, like, It was very astonishing, and it's very, like, picture. Like, whenever I imagine Italy, Like, I think of, like, some kind of picture, like, beautiful beach and beautiful sea, like, you know, like, blue and very clear sea and white buildings. It's literally like that. So, that's why I think, like, oh, that's, like, my dream. That's so pretty. So, that's why I think I really, really like it and I would like to visit again. And also, like, I like the vibe. It's very chill because it has less travelers than Rome or, like, uh...\nExaminer: Okay. Let's call it there. So, first question I'm gonna ask you. What's the difference between the city and the countryside? Um, city and countryside. Like, what differences would you think of?\nCandidate: Uh, city is more crowded and dense. I don't like it. It's more crowded and it has more facility. Of course, it's more convenient, it's more accessible, but it's not affordable. I like the city, but I just don't like, you know, a lot of people gathering and, like, I need to go on the busy train. So, I think it's kind of the image of city in my brain, but countryside, it's very, like, calm. Relaxed, it's cheap, but it has nothing to do, to be honest.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah. So you can just go for a walk, you can go to the beach, or you can, I don't know, do, like, natural, like, nature things, like bushwalk, but nothing really.\nExaminer: So your personal taste, what do you prefer?\nCandidate: If I can afford, I want to live in the city, like, near to the city, not in the city, but near to the city, like, suburb. But... countryside should be fine if I can drive, but I cannot drive right now, so...\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: It's just hard to go somewhere.\nExaminer: But inconvenient.\nCandidate: Inconvenient, so...\nExaminer: I see.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Some people say that large cities are suitable for old people. Do you think that's correct?\nCandidate: So city, sorry?\nExaminer: Do you think large cities are suitable for older people? Do you think that's correct or incorrect?\nCandidate: So like, elderly people? Let me think. People in the city. Yeah, probably, because they can go to the hospital when they are sick. That's easy. When, like, if they live in countryside, it's just hard to get to hospital. They need to drive, like, for a few hours. So, what if it's emergency? Because older people, other people especially, they can get sick. Like, easily, or like, more often than us. So, I think it's good to live in the city. Also, they can hang out with, like, people more often. They can socialize. I think very- it's very important for older people to, like, keep themselves busy and keep themselves socializing with others. So, yeah, I think it's good.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think it's possible that all of the population would move to cities in the future, perhaps?\nCandidate: Hmm, so, like, do you mean in Korea or in another country, just general question?\nExaminer: Let's take Korea as an example.\nCandidate: So, everyone just moved to, like, moves to Seoul? Or everybody's gonna move to either Seoul or Busan or... Busan, Incheon, any- any city? Yeah, the- the big cities. Um, it's technically possible, because, you know, like, not one city, so they can make more city, so, can be possible, and also, like, from I've heard, I saw the art- like, I saw the article the other day, Like, in Korea, like, 80 or 90% of population already lived- lives in the city, so it doesn't matter. But, I think some people just prefer rural area, so it's just not working like that. Yeah, they can, but they don't want to, probably.\nExaminer: Makes sense. Talking about the people in particular, do you think countryside people are friendlier than city people?\nCandidate: Um... From my point of view, yes, they probably- they have the reason, because I lived in countryside in Canada, so that's why I can tell, because I feel like it's kind of stereotype, but I can tell, it's my- it's- it's true for me. Not like it's for- it's true for everyone, but it's just true for me. Because, like, people need to, like, know each other. Do you understand? So they know each other, so they need to be friendly.\nExaminer: Yeah.\nCandidate: They want to be friendly as well, because they don't want to be offended. And they're gonna meet others anyway, so... That's why they're more, like, friendly and chill. And they say hi to everyone, because they basically know everyone. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, let's call it a...",
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  "serial": 161,
  "title": "161 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, we can get started now. To begin, can you tell me your full name?\nCandidate: So, my Korean full name is Sung Min Jo, but you can just call me Eric.\nExaminer: Sounds good.\nCandidate: And you gotta put H behind the C.\nExaminer: Ah, ah, H. Ah, okay. A silent H. A silent H behind the C. I gotcha. Alright. Can you tell me, are you working or studying now?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm a student at Yonsei University, and I'm a senior right now, but I finished my whole semester, so I'm about to graduate this August.\nExaminer: Oh.\nCandidate: And I'm also working as an intern in SNU Hospital as a robotic engineer.\nExaminer: Oh, interesting. Do you enjoy your studies?\nCandidate: Uh, not exactly. I mean, it's too hard, so I had a hard time, uh, thinking about, I mean, getting a good grade, yeah.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Um, and what do you hope to do after you graduate?\nCandidate: Uh, well, after I graduate, I just want to go to a company, as no- as a lot of people do, but I want to do something that's kind of, um, some collaboration between what I did so far, for example, the engineering, and also, uh, talking with the foreign people, so using English. I want these two combined, so I want to do a job that's related to these two.\nExaminer: Hmm, good. And what do you enjoy doing in your free time?\nCandidate: My free time, I usually watch YouTube, and also do a workout, such as, like, push-ups and pull-ups, such things like that.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, let's see, where is your hometown?\nCandidate: My hometown is near the Gangnam station. And it takes about ten minutes just by walking from Gangnam station to my house.\nExaminer: What kind of things do you like about your hometown?\nCandidate: Well, if you- if you ask anyone about what do you think about Gangnam, it's- it's the center of Seoul, and there are lots of facilities around, so it's- it is really convenient to get what I- what I want. I can just, uh, walk to the store and get anything I- anything that I want, and... Uh, for people who are into education, there are a lot of academies, so you can get a good quality of education anywhere, yeah.\nExaminer: Sure. Um, what kind of things do you like- what kind of things do you not like about your hometown?\nCandidate: Um, maybe when I go to work or go to a subway station, it is too crowded in certain period. For example, um, when I finish my work and go back to my home, um, I think it's about 7 to 8 p.m. Like, if you go to exit 7 in the Gangnam station, it is too crowded and it takes about, uh, five, Three to five minutes just to go upstairs, yeah, so I don't like that, uh, people being too crowded.\nExaminer: I think I know what you mean. Yeah. Um, okay, we can talk about change now. Uh, have you changed a lot since your childhood?\nCandidate: Yeah, I think I've changed a lot, yeah. So, uh, back in the childhood, I was really quiet, and I was only focusing on studying, but as I grow up and meet a lot of people, like, I became, uh, extroverted, and so, uh, it changed- I changed into, like, I mean, I've changed to, um, like, talk- talking with other people.\nExaminer: Good. And what do you plan to change next year?\nCandidate: Probably, um, being more... being more positive, because, uh, usually I think in a negative way, but it's not something like that. Being negative means, oh, I cannot do this, like, it's not something like that. Uh, just, when I... Uh, when I, uh, think about the future, I think in a negative way, so I think about how to, uh, how I sh- what I should do to not make this happen. But, but I think just thinking positive, as lots of people suggest me to do, I think that's much more better because it, uh, gives me less stress. So, yes, I'm gonna change my mind in a more positive way.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you like changes?\nCandidate: I definitely like changes. Why? Like, if, like, nothing changes, then it's too boring. But I like something that's kind of, like, dynamic and always changing. So- so if it changes a lot, I can learn more, uh, regarding to those changes. So, you know, I prefer the change more than just not changing and, uh, live a boring life.\nExaminer: Okay, cool. And, are there any changes in your hometown recently?\nCandidate: Hmm, uh, well, recent- there's a park nearby, uh, at first, Uh, that park was really, um, how do I say this, not pretty developed. I mean, if you just walk around, there are dirt everywhere on your shoes. But recently, it changed, so they made a path that's, and they covered something over the, uh, over the dirt. So, so after that, when I walk around the park, uh, my shoes are, uh, steady and clean.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay, good. Um, we can end part one there. We can move on to part two. Okay, so for part two, you'll have a minute to prepare your answer, um, and you can take some notes. Um, here's your question, and here's a pencil. Um, so take a minute, uh, to make some notes, and then you'll have up to two minutes to talk about the topic. Okay, that's a minute there, so, uh, you're gonna describe a tradition in your country.\nCandidate: Well, I'd like to introduce Chuseok, which is a really famous holiday and also, uh, one of the representative of our Korean tradition. And in Chuseok, usually, um, the whole- the whole family members and also the cousins and aunt, they all participate in this tradition. So, um, and they usually participate, not for a whole- not for a whole period, like three days, but just for a one day, because, you know, everyone's too busy having their- living their own life, so, Uh, they make a plan to gather at just one day, and the activities that they do is they play a game called Yunnori. Uh, it's, uh, throwing four sticks that has, uh, two different sides. And, yeah, you throw them, and according to the result that came out, you- you move some kind of a thing. And also, they make songpyeon, and also they, uh, they eat. And I've also tried it too, and it's- I think that's one of the most, uh, interesting activities that I've done so far. And how I feel about this tradition? Well, I think it's really good, of course, and I feel really relieved, because in this holiday, I feel I feel- it feels like that I'm outside of my, uh, outside of my reality, which means that I'm, well, in my reality, I'm full of stress, but in- in this holiday, I feel really happy and don't have to think about what I'm doing right now. Yeah. So, basically, happy.\nExaminer: Okay, good. That was just about two minutes.\nCandidate: Oh.\nExaminer: Um... What is your favorite part of Chuseok?\nCandidate: Favorite part of Chuseok? Definitely Songpyeon. I really like eating, eating some delicious food.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Um, so we can move on now to part three. And the first question. How do people value traditional festivals?\nCandidate: Hmm... I think, since I'm, uh, used to talking with workers right now, they mostly say that, uh, tradition is just a resting period, the holiday, because- and they feel really happy because they don't have to go to work. And for people who are really young, Well, they, in a similar way, they also feel happy because they don't have to go to school. So, uh, instead of actually enjoying the true meaning of those trend, uh, tradition, they just feel happy because, um, because of this tradition and this holiday, they don't have to do their- live their normal life at those short period. So, yeah, I think, uh, in this way, most of the people think that it's just a resting period.\nExaminer: Eh, good. What's the difference between festivals now and festivals in the past?\nCandidate: Hmm. Well, in the past, when there's a- some kind of festival, lots of people gather together and they enjoy the- they enjoy the activities, um, yeah, such as what I said before, yunori, or this kind of stuff. But nowadays, it's really hard to find, uh, people gathering and enjoying the activities nowadays. They usually- so if I ask someone, what did you do on this holiday or in this festival, they usually say, oh, I just watched YouTube, I just took a rest and lie on bed. Yeah. So I think that's the biggest difference.\nExaminer: Sure. Um, okay. Do you think Western festivals or holidays like Christmas are replacing traditional festivals or holidays in your country?\nCandidate: I think, uh, instead of replacing, I think adding would be more a appropriate way to say- say it. So, I've never felt that the Western holidays and- or the festivals are replacing our, uh, our holiday. So, I think it's just- it's just adding, not replacing.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think it's wrong for children not to celebrate traditional festivals within a culture?\nCandidate: You mean, uh, even though they want to enjoy it, they cannot?\nExaminer: No, like, they decide they don't want to. If children decide they don't want to, is that a problem?\nCandidate: Well, I've never thought that that would be a problem because that's their own choice. You know, even- even I didn't- I had a- a lot- lots of times not enjoying the holiday or the festival. So, yeah, I think it's just- it's their- it's just their own choice and it, you know, it's not wrong at all.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Um, okay. We've made it to the end. Nicely done.\nCandidate: Thank you.",
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  "serial": 162,
  "title": "162 - IELTS Speaking Band 5.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My full name is Jiuli.\nExaminer: Jiuli, okay. And you- are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: Um, I think I'm none of them right now. Currently, I'm working on the process to go to university in Australia.\nExaminer: And what do you like to do when you have some free time?\nCandidate: Um, I like to lie in my bed. I like playing games and watching Netflix during my free time.\nExaminer: Okay. And now we're going to talk about, uh, traveling. So, do you like traveling?\nCandidate: Yes, I like traveling because, um, it makes me to step out of my comfort zone.\nExaminer: Yeah.\nCandidate: And I can gain a lot of knowledge from travel and experience a variety of things.\nExaminer: Hmm. And how often do you go traveling?\nCandidate: Um, I- I'm trying to travel at least, um, twice a year. Right now, I'm busy for, um, studying, so I can't go traveling often. Yes.\nExaminer: Okay. And where do you usually travel?\nCandidate: I usually go travel in Korea.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Um, our family like, The ocean, so we usually go to the area that has, uh, ocean.\nExaminer: Okay, and how do you feel when you are traveling?\nCandidate: Um, when I'm traveling, I feel, um, free and exciting, yes.\nExaminer: Okay, alright. Let's go on to a different topic. Let's talk about, uh, chatting. So, do you like chatting with friends?\nCandidate: Yes, I like chatting with my friends. Um, my high school is far from where I live in now, so I can't meet my friends often, so I usually use chatting to talk with my friends.\nExaminer: And what do you usually chat about with friends?\nCandidate: Um, about the school stops or university things, and, yeah, and we usually plan for our, um, traveling for the future.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And do you prefer to chat with a group of friends or only one friend?\nCandidate: Um, I like to chat with group because it is more fun to chat with group. And... yes.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you prefer to communicate face-to-face or via social media?\nCandidate: Um, I like to communicate with face-to-face because I think It is more good to deliver my message to my friends, and, yes.\nExaminer: And do you sometimes argue with your friends?\nCandidate: Yes, of course, I sometimes argue with my friends because we have different opinions and different aspects of something, yeah.\nExaminer: All right, that'll do us for part one. Let's go on to part two now. I'll give you your question. Okay, here's your question. All right, I'll give you a pencil there as well. So I'll give you one minute to do some note taking. All right, so you can begin now. Okay, so that's one minute. All right. So, yeah, could you, uh, describe an activity that made you feel tired?\nCandidate: So, the activity that made me tired is the school projects for chemistry class. When I was in high school, there was a group project, and we have to make, um, presentation about the history of chemistry, and it includes, um, The elements of- we have to research about the elements of- on the periodic table, and it- we have to do this project in group. We can't do, uh, individually, but usually I prefer to do some projects in individually because it is more, um, Convenient. Because sometimes we can, um, conflict with each other when we doing a group project. So I want to avoid that situation. But, as it was, uh, required for group project, I had to do it. But it makes me tired because the- one of the group member Um, didn't participate in the group project well. And we can- they- he did not receive our message and ignore all of them. So, um, rest of the members were struggling for doing this project. And, yeah, it makes me feel tired.\nExaminer: So that's 1 minute 47 seconds total, okay, nice. Okay, and how did the project turn out in the end?\nCandidate: Um, in the end, we finished that project without him, yeah, and we talked to our teacher about the situation, yes.\nExaminer: Okay, nice. Uh, okay. Let's go on to part three now. Let's keep it going. Okay. Alright, so, um, do you think, uh, does studying and learning make people feel tired?\nCandidate: Um, yes, because studying and learning require a lot of energy, and a lot of thinking. Yes, so... It makes people feel tired about learning something.\nExaminer: And what should people do if they feel tired while studying?\nCandidate: Um, I think they need some time to rest, and refresh the mind, and eat something to charge your energy.\nExaminer: And how often do you think people should take breaks when they are studying?\nCandidate: I think it depends on people, but usually I recommend to take a rest at least, um, every two hours.\nExaminer: Why is that?\nCandidate: Um, for me, it is the maximum time that I can focus on the study.\nExaminer: Okay, alright. Um, and when do people usually feel tired?\nCandidate: Um, I think people usually feel tired when they... when they have something trouble with fr- uh, with people. Because... Every situation we can face some problems and trouble. Yeah. And people, usually people do not want to make any conflict between People around them. And when they have some troubles, they feel tired. Because they have to solve that situation.\nExaminer: What is the best way to solve conflict with others?\nCandidate: I think the best way is conversation. Have, uh, enough conversation with each other and try to solve it together.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think these days people have fewer holidays than in the past?\nCandidate: I don't think so. Because there- I think there are enough holidays nowadays compared to the past. Because nowadays people think holiday is very important. And... yes.\nExaminer: Hm. Okay. Do you think, uh, these days, people feel that work-life balance is being achieved?\nCandidate: Yes. They- these days, people think work-life balance important, and... they consider they... These are to take the work-life balance.\nExaminer: Okay, yes. And what do you think governments can do to help their citizens have a good work-life balance?\nCandidate: Um, maybe increase more holidays to make their citizens can And so it can have their work-life balance.\nExaminer: Yes. And what are the differences between feeling tired after studying and feeling tired after exercising?\nCandidate: I think the big differences is after study or learning, they feel tired with Um, stress. But after exercise, they feel tired with achievements. Yes.\nExaminer: Hm. Okay. Alright, that'll do us for part three. Okay. Thank you.\nCandidate: Thank you.",
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  "serial": 163,
  "title": "163 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, let's get started. To begin, can you tell me your full name?\nCandidate: Um, I'm Hyowin Kim, but you can also call me Chloe, which is my English name.\nExaminer: Okay, sure. And are you working or studying right now?\nCandidate: Um, I'm currently a student. I go to the University of Toronto in Canada, and I just completed my second year there. I major in, uh, the book and media studies, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Do you enjoy your studies?\nCandidate: Yes, definitely, because I'm very passionate about media, and when I finish studying, I want to work, uh, in one of those, uh, contemporary, like, digital companies, media companies, like Netflix, um, Instagram, TikTok, so, uh, I definitely enjoy, uh, what I'm learning right now, yeah.\nExaminer: Hmm. And what do you enjoy doing in your free time?\nCandidate: Um, in my free time, I like to, uh, watch YouTube videos, uh, also, the short, like, reels on Instagram, it's very fun to watch. And, um, I also love to listen to music, uh, find new songs, um, and not only that, but I also like to dance to the music, so I enjoy that a lot.\nExaminer: Cool. And what is your hometown?\nCandidate: My hometown is, uh, Bundang in Korea. Um, it's quite close to Seoul. Um, yeah, and, like, the air there is more clean, and it's, like, a nice neighborhood. So, um, I don't live there anymore, but I like to go there often, once in a while, yeah.\nExaminer: Um, what things do you like about your hometown?\nCandidate: Um, as I mentioned, I definitely, uh, like how it's a very quiet and comforting neighborhood. Uh, it's more safe and, uh, the- the scenery or the nature there is, uh, nice to look at as well. So, I like to visit there, yeah.\nExaminer: And what things do you not like about it?\nCandidate: Um, I think it could be quite inconvenient at times, because it's not really in the middle of, like, the city. So, uh, if I want to get around, or if I want to hang out with my friends, I have- it's quite far away from the popular areas, which is, like, Gangnam or, like, Hongdae. So, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Um, now let's talk about public transportation. Do people usually use public transportation in your country?\nCandidate: Uh, definitely yes, because, uh, the public transportation here in Korea, it's very convenient, and I know all my friends, um, we don't have a car yet, so we like to get around places to, uh, with, uh, using, like, the metro or, uh, the buses, um, even, uh, like, The taxis are very, uh, affordable, I think, compared to, like, America or Canada, and you can just call them through, uh, using those apps. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, what do you want to change about the public transport?\nCandidate: Um, in- in Korea?\nExaminer: In Korea, yeah.\nCandidate: Um, I think maybe for, uh, people who are not from Korea, it could be, at times, maybe quite confusing, so maybe for, uh, the foreigners, it'd be nice if there are more, um, Translation application is available, or, um, more signs in English as well maybe, some kind of, uh, platform or services available for people who are not from Korea, yeah.\nExaminer: Sure. And, will you ride public transportation in the future?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, because, uh, even now, uh, when I'm trying to, uh, go out to places, I always use the metro, so I- I would always be using it, even in the future, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, that will do us for part one, and now we can move on to part two. So, to begin, you're gonna have one question, uh, and I'll give you a minute to prepare, uh, and here's a pen to take notes. Um, this is your question, uh, and in a minute, we'll go ahead and get started. Alright, that's a minute. Um, so, you're gonna describe a person who often helps others.\nCandidate: Uh, so, um, this person is my middle sister. She's eight years older than me, um, and, uh, she's, like, such a smart individual, and, um, also just her, uh, True personality, as such a caring person, loving person, um, she loves to, uh, just care for the people, uh, who she loves. So, um, not only that, but she wants to, she's actually doing her, uh, In the process of completing her PhD degree, so she wants to become a professor and she's very into education, she's passionate about it, so as I was growing up, she would just, um, be like a sort of role model and a teacher for me. She would just, uh, teach me how to write, how to read, um, how to organize stuff, everything, and, Um, I just look up to her a lot, and, um, I definitely have a lot of love for her, because I just have so much to learn from her, and, um, seeing how she treats others and the people around her, um, it's very inspiring, and, um, it just warms up my heart a lot, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Alright, we can move on to part three now. So, why are some people willing to help others?\nCandidate: I think, um, it could be due to several different reasons. Uh, it definitely depends on who that person is. But, for one, uh, personally, I like to help others because, um, it gives me a sense of satisfaction. Um, because I think growing up, people learn about things like morals and principles and, um, knowing that you did a good thing and you, uh, brought a positive change to the world, I think it gives you that sense of, uh, like a good feeling that you did something good today.\nExaminer: Yeah. Okay, good. And in what kinds of professions do people like to help others more?\nCandidate: Um, I think that, um, maybe, uh, people who are in the medical field or people who are in the- who are in the police- police field?\nExaminer: Yeah.\nCandidate: Or, um, uh... I think, but I think, uh, people just, in many different careers, they could help others in many ways, so, I think, to a degree, to an extent, it could be, like, any career or job, yeah.\nExaminer: True. Who should teach children to help others? Parents or teachers?\nCandidate: I, uh, I believe teachers are more fitted to help, uh, to teach children because, um, with parents, I think there's the fact that there can be a sort of personal, sense to how you see your children. So, uh, if they're not doing well when you're teaching them, you can get more frustrated because you know, um, how much you believe in your chi- in your child and you- you could have a lot of expectations for them. So with teachers, it's their job and it's their expertise. So I think it's more suitable to let your children be educated by, uh, professionals.\nExaminer: Okay, good, good. And do people nowadays help others more than they did in the past?\nCandidate: That- I never really thought of- about that question, but I think, to an extent, maybe people help others less in the current, uh, contemporary society because, um, When I see people just around me, uh, I feel like, uh, today, like, the society is so fast moving and people are, uh, so busy to just- and they don't really have time to care for others. Um, I feel even students, we have to compete a lot to succeed and be better than our peers, and I think that's a lot of pressure. So, I feel like people, uh, are becoming more, uh, they care more about themselves than as, like, a collective society.\nExaminer: Okay, good, very good. Um, we made it to the end.\nCandidate: Yay.\nExaminer: Alright, good job.",
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  "serial": 164,
  "title": "164 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: So, uh, hello, good morning, how are you today?\nCandidate: Hi, good morning, um, I'm pretty good, thank you, how about you?\nExaminer: I'm good, thanks, and can you let me know your name, please?\nCandidate: Sure, my name is Jaemin Park, and also you can call me Steve, because a lot of my friends call me Steve in English name.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much. So, Steve, we're gonna get into the first set of questions, part one, and they are mostly about riding a bike. So, um, did you have a bike when you were young?\nCandidate: Sure, of course, um, I really enjoyed, uh, riding a bike when I was young, and then I had a lot of time with my friends.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Um, and did you ride a bike when you were little?\nCandidate: Um, yeah, I did, but, um, these days, um, I don't ride a bike, so I think, um, I can still ride a bike, but maybe the skill was decreased.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. And did you ever ride a bike to school?\nCandidate: Um, yeah, um, I think when I was in L.M. school and then middle school, uh, since the distance was a little far from my house, so, um, I usually took my bike and it took about 20 minutes from my house to the school with my bike.\nExaminer: Okay, and, um, do you ride a bike when you go out now?\nCandidate: Um, not really, because these days, um, we have car, and then usually, um, in Seoul, there's a lot of traffic in the road, and then there are a lot of people, um, so that's why I prefer to use my car instead of the- riding a bike.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. Um, so those are all of the questions for part one. Uh, so now we are going to move on to part two. So, um, for part two, you will have one minute to prepare, and then two minutes of speaking time. So, your part two is about a popular person. You should describe a popular person. Okay?\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: So, your one minute of preparation time starts now. Okay, your one minute of preparation time has ended, so you have two minutes of free talking time starting now.\nCandidate: Okay, um, I want to describe the popular person, um, about my really close friend, and his name is Hyemin Park. Um, he's a really famous baseball player in Korea, and since I was a baseball player, um, for about 14 years, so I had a lot of my baseball- baseball player friends, and then he's one of my best friends. So, um, he is in Samsung University, um, sorry about that, actually in now LG Twins, and then he's a really, um, popular baseball player in Seoul, and actually in Korea, and he's a center field, and then he's a good hitter now. So, um, the second question, what kind of person he is, okay, um, it is, he is, uh, very nice and then good patient person because whenever he practice a baseball play, um, baseball, he, um, really good at, um, like, resolving his, um, like, pain and then, like, um, practice for the baseball. So that's why he now became a popular person. And also he was, um, he is a humble when he practice and then when he became a baseball player. And usually we meet him, um, once a week, but since, um, these days he's very busy with, uh, baseball, so that's why maybe after the, um, Korean season, we will meet maybe once a week or twice a week with drinking or maybe going out somewhere. And, yeah, I think that's it.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. So that was almost two minutes, it was around one minute and forty-seven seconds, so you did a really good job.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Um, for the extended speaking portion. Okay, so, now we're going to move on to some more general questions for part three. So, um, why are some students popular in school?\nCandidate: Hmm... Um, because I think that's... Um, our Korean education system, um, in Korean education system, we have to study and then we have to improve our, um, score to go to the good university. So that's why a lot of students have to study and then maybe making a lot of friends for their futures and they have to became- become a popular person with that reason.\nExaminer: Okay. Is it important for a teacher to be popular?\nCandidate: Um... When I was young, it was, but now I think it has changed because, um, as you can see in the news, um, we, uh, we have some problem, like, communication with the person, the person and person, especially the parents and the teacher. So these days, um, some teachers have the, like, um, decrease the right to teach students and also, um, work in the, um, school. So that's why a lot of people doesn't want to become teachers.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. And do you think good teachers are always popular among students?\nCandidate: Hmm... Yeah, I agree. Um, since good teacher has a good attitude and has a good teaching skills, so that's why a lot of students like, um, good teachers, but, um, It's not 100% because some good teachers, um, some good teachers doesn't have a good attitude. So, um, I mean, most of teachers are good and have a good attitude, but not 100% to that every student.\nExaminer: Okay, and what are the qualities of being a good teacher?\nCandidate: In my opinion, um, communicating with, uh, parents and also school is a good teacher because, um, a lot of people have, uh, good skills to teach a student, but, um, these days, um, some student- I mean, some teachers doesn't have, uh, good attitude and also, um, Good, um, skills at communicating and also relationship with the students, so that's why a lot of problem happen these days.\nExaminer: Okay. Is it easier to become popular nowadays, do you think?\nCandidate: Um, you said, is it easier to become popular?\nExaminer: Popular nowadays.\nCandidate: I don't think so. Um, essentially, our community is very competitive, and a lot of people are trying to, um, become popular, but, um, Since it's too competitive, so that's why a limited person can become a person in the popular environment, but not everyone became one, so.\nExaminer: Okay, and why do people want to become popular?\nCandidate: Hmm, I think there are several reasons, but, um, one of the reasons is To make money. Because these days, um, a lot of people wants to make money and they're, like, rich. So, um, as for me, I always trying to, um, become popular to make, uh, like, competition and also money. So, I think, um, most of people agree with me.\nExaminer: Okay, um, thank you very much.",
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  "serial": 165,
  "title": "165 - IELTS Speaking Band 5.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: All right, let's begin. So could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Um, my name is Taemin Kim.\nExaminer: Taemin Kim.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. And Taemin, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm currently a student right now in United States. My major is nursing.\nExaminer: Do you like your major?\nCandidate: Um, partially yes, because I- I have opportunities to study a lot of various majors, like biology and physiology, even stat- statistics.\nExaminer: And is there anything you dislike about your major?\nCandidate: Not really, because I really love to study my major, and I have a, um, distinct future, like, becoming a nurse in U.S., so...\nExaminer: Okay, great. Now we're going to talk about, uh, bags. So, do you usually carry a bag?\nCandidate: Oh, yeah. I- as a student in United States, I always use a bag, so, yeah.\nExaminer: And do you change your bags often?\nCandidate: Oh, not really, because of my laptop. My laptop is for, uh, gaming, so it is really big and huge, and heavy, so for- for this laptop, I need to use my, uh, big bag, so...\nExaminer: Okay. And what kind of bag do you use when you go traveling?\nCandidate: Um, I think I use just backpack if it is just short distance, such as go to Japan from Korea. Because, like, for a backpack, it's so portable and, yeah, comfortable- comfortable to use.\nExaminer: Okay, and is a bag a good gift?\nCandidate: Um... Maybe, um, yes, because, um, there's a lot of type of bags and, like, like, um, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: All right. Yeah. Uh, let's go on to a different topic. Let's talk about, um, wild animals. So, are there any wild animals in your country?\nCandidate: Oh, yeah, in my country, we have, uh, lots of wild animals, like, um, of course, there's, uh, rabbits, or, like, lots of fishes, and especially, I saw a bear in the forest, and it was really, yeah, great experience to have my self-protection, or, like, yeah, so...\nExaminer: Hmm. And have you ever been to a zoo or a safari park?\nCandidate: Um, no. So, if there's opportunities, I really want to go and have some great experiences about you.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, and what animal would you like to see in the wild?\nCandidate: Um, in the right, I really want to see, uh, um, great and big Ryan, because I- I- I think Ryan is really cool, and, um, yeah, I- I really want to see a color of Ryan, yeah. Colors, I think it's yellow or brown, but, yeah, I really want to see in realistic, Hmm, alright.\nExaminer: And are there any TV shows about wild animals in your country?\nCandidate: Oh, yeah, we have lots of TV shows, such as, um, Discovery, or like, Geographic, or, yeah, those kinds of names, but, yeah, we have a lot. So, I usually watch those, um, TV programs, and, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Alright, that will do us for part one. Now we'll go on to part two of the test. So, here is your question today. There's a pencil for you as well, mate.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Alright, so, I'll give you one minute to make some notes, and then you can speak. Alright, so you can begin now. I mean, that's one minute now.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Alright. Okay, so, your question, could you describe someone you know who has recently moved to a new place?\nCandidate: Okay. Um... I would say my girlfriend. It is because, yeah, I mean, like, she is my girlfriend as- and as with, um, best friends. And she moved to a new place. She moved to, I mean, like, studio room to, um, dormitory. So, This place is located in the school and dormitory has a really convenient things. Like, they provided two baths and restrooms and it gives- it gives to my girlfriends to, um, great impacts or, like, effects. It is because, like, dormitory has, um, Um, as I recently said, two beds and a restroom. Also, they provided a timer for her studying, and laptop as well, so she can easily study when she wants, and it gives her lots of advantages, such as, um, Like, near, go to, it is easy to go, uh, library, because it is near with the, uh, dormitory, and, mmm, yeah, so, it is, it is really positive impact to my girlfriends. And, um, actually, I have experiences about living in a dormitory, and this experience was really great. So, I hope my girlfriend has, um, great experiences. And, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, mate. That's, yeah, that's two minutes now. Alright, nice one. Okay, perfect. Let's go on to the third part of the test. Let's keep going. Okay. So, why do some young people keep moving house?\nCandidate: Um, if- if we say young people to, um, like, same age with me, like, 22 to 28, I feel they don't have enough money, because, like, for, uh, young people, they usually rent their rooms, so if they have enough money, they can buy a house. But, yeah, because of that, they usually moved to a new place, I think.\nExaminer: And do you think people like moving to new places?\nCandidate: I think it is, because, right, new place always gives people, um, positive effects, and, yeah.\nExaminer: What kind of positive effects?\nCandidate: Um, I think, like, relationship with new neighbourhoods, and, yeah, and, like, for example, Um, I was moved to a new place near with my school, and, like, the thief- thief trying to- tried to store my package, and my neighborhood sold them and protect my, um, boxes, so, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Alright, uh, what's the difference between living alone and living with roommates?\nCandidate: I think it has huge differences. Maybe, um, living with, um, two- I mean, living with roommates gives some great, um, advantages, such as, uh, like, for example, like, my roommates can cook for me, or, like, we can share our- we can share our ideas, each other, about studying. Yeah. And, like, if there is a, I mean, like, if I need to say differences, um, Living alone is really lonely, so I have experience about living alone, and it was really lonely, like, talk less, and speechless, so, but if I have a roommate, I feel really, um, great relationship with my friends, yeah.\nExaminer: Alright, nice. And besides cooking, what are some other skills that people need to learn if they live by themselves?\nCandidate: Oh, I think, um, cleaning. Of course, like, cleaning is really easy, but it is hard to start, so, yeah. Cleaning, or like, um, Like, it- it is a little bit specific, but it is make some Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi connection. When I was in United States, it was Wi-Fi connection is really, um, problem. It was really serious problem, so I really need to contact with the, um, company and such like that, sending an email, so they really need to learn about this, I think, yeah.\nExaminer: Yeah, yeah. And do you think it's parents' responsibility to teach their children how to live independently?\nCandidate: Oh, yes, of course. Because, like, living alone is really difficult. It's hard- really hard to do that. So, if- if- if people who live alone or, like, independently, they- if there is a help from parents, it will- it will be great. And, yeah, it is really conducive to, um, people who, Live alone. Because, like, as I recently said, there is a, really, difficulties, such as cooking, or, like, cleaning. So, yeah, if there is a help, yeah, it's really helpful, really helpful.\nExaminer: All right, that will do us for part three. Okay, we're done there. Thank you.\nCandidate: Thank you.",
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  "serial": 166,
  "title": "166 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, uh, good morning. How are you today?\nCandidate: Good, you?\nExaminer: Oh, I'm good, thank you. And can you tell me your name, please?\nCandidate: My name is Daye Kim. It spells D-A-Y-E and K-I-M.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. So, Daye, we're going to get started with the test now. And for part one, we're going to talk a bit about the weather, okay? So, um, what- can you tell me what is the weather like where you live?\nCandidate: Um, I'm currently living in Korea at the moment. In Korea, in summer, recently the weather became really hot, scorching hot. So, even though I take a shower and then I leave my house, I sweat so much as soon as I leave the house. So I guess the recent weather became a little bit very extreme compared to the past. But in Korea, we all have four seasons, so I think we could, um, experience all kind of activities we can do in each season. So I think it's good to travel around in Korea.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. Do you prefer hot weather or cold weather?\nCandidate: Uh, it depends. Like, in summer, I'd prefer cold weather, but in winter, I prefer hot weather. But in general, I get, like, I feel cold really easily, so I prefer summer. And I love going to, like, beach and, like, hanging out with my friends, so I think I prefer summer than winter.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. Do you prefer dry weather or wet weather?\nCandidate: Oh, definitely dry weather, because, like, wet weather makes me sweat more. Like, I've been to Mongolia before, and it's so dry there, so it was really hot, but I didn't really sweat that much because it's quite dry, so I think I prefer dry weather than the wet weather.\nExaminer: Okay. Are you in the habit of checking the weather forecast?\nCandidate: No, not really. Um, I'm currently studying in the UK, so it rains a lot, but I don't really check the forecast, so I never carry an umbrella with me. So, when it rains, I just don't use any umbrella, so... And even in Korea, because of that, like, it became my habit, so I don't really check the weather forecast that much.\nExaminer: Okay, how often do you think you check it?\nCandidate: Like, never. Uh, like, once, like, if I'm gonna go somewhere with my friends, like, I don't know, like, on travel or go to, like, amusement park, then I check, but most of the time, like, it doesn't really, it's not that accurate, so I don't really check that much.\nExaminer: Okay, um, what do you think are the effects of climate change in recent years?\nCandidate: Uh, I think it depends, like, Hmm, probably not doing the recycling that well, I guess, because, you know, if we mix all the, like, rubbishes together, then we have to, like, all burn it, and it becomes, like, a waste. It's bad for the environment, so I guess that's why the climate have been changed a lot recently.\nExaminer: Okay, and what do you think the effects of climate change on the weather have been in recent years?\nCandidate: Ah... Uh, I guess, like, in summer, it became more hotter than usual. And in winter, it became more cold. And the spring and fall is, like, way shorter than the past. So, we don't really have, like, that much of a, what, spring and fall we're used to. So, I guess, that's the effect.\nExaminer: Okay. And would you like to visit other cities that have different climates from where you live?\nCandidate: Hmm... I... No, not really. I don't really have a, like, a particular country in my mind, because, like I said, we all have four seasons, so we've experienced a lot, and thankfully, I've traveled various countries when I was little, so I kinda experience different climates, so I don't really have a particular country in my mind at the moment.\nExaminer: Okay, so part one is over now, and we are going to start with part two, the extended speaking section. So, you will have one minute to prepare, and then two minutes of talking time. Okay, so, um, we will talk about sports programs, and your one minute of prep time begins now. Okay, your one minute of prep time is up, and now you have two minutes to describe a sports program that you enjoy watching.\nCandidate: Um, I don't really have a, like, specific sport that I, like, enjoy watching, where I'm into, but I usually watch, um, like, Olympic or World Cup matches, especially, like, Korean ones, because I really like my country. Um, the reason I cho- I'm currently studying sports science, and the reason why I chose this major is to, like, help Korean athletes and to make our country do- perform better in, you know, those, like, plays, like, games. So, I usually watch that, like, uh, compilation of Korean, like, matches, especially I love watching speed skating, because they always win, or fencing, or archery, they never, women's archery, or, I don't know, like, mixed, they never, uh, they always won the gold medal, as far as I know. So, whenever I have time, I just search it up, like, Korea Olympic Games, or, like, those stuff, and then watch it. And I usually watch it by myself, I don't really watch it with my friends. I just watch it while I'm on a bus, or I'm on a subway, when I have time, by myself. And, yeah, that's- that's it.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much. So, you spoke for about one minute and twenty-five seconds, um, which is quite good, so thank you for that, and we are gonna move on to part three. So, these are just some more general questions, okay? So, which sport do you think most people like to do, and why?\nCandidate: I think recently, tennis. A lot of- when I ask a lot of people that I meet, like, what do you do for fun, they always say they go play tennis and stuff. And in, like, when we go to, like, a sports, uh, like, wear store, they make a lot of tennis wear. So I think recently in Korea, a lot of people go for tennis, I guess. I don't really know why, but yeah, I would say tennis.\nExaminer: Okay, and do children need exercise?\nCandidate: Oh, yeah, definitely. Um, I was a very active person who loves, like, you know, PE class, but I don't really, like, I don't have time to work out lately, but because of the time that I exercised when I was, when I was young, so then I could, Endure this, uh, very hard, like, studying stuff. Like, I have the stamina for it, so I guess doing the exercise when you are young is quite important for the future, so I think it's vital and crucial.\nExaminer: Okay, and, uh, what are the benefits of exercise?\nCandidate: Hmm, I think the exterior part, you can get a better body shape, I guess. But in the- for, like, mental things, I think when you exercise, you get mentally very, like, strong, like, very healthy. So whenever I feel like my mood is, like, going down, When I work out, I feel much better. When I, like, after sweating a lot, I feel so much better. So I guess that's both ways, like, both benefit, I guess.\nExaminer: Okay, and, um, what do you think can be done to get children into sport?\nCandidate: Probably doing the PE classes more often, um, like, but when- in Korea, when stu- uh, like, children, they play Taekwondo a lot when they're young, so going to those kind of academy to play sport, like learning jump ropes or doing Taekwondo or any other sports, and doing the PE class at school, I think that's, like, enough for them, for now. Like, they can do more, of course, but I think that's enough at the moment. So, just doing well to the- to stick to the school program, I think that'll be good enough.\nExaminer: Okay. And, um, okay, so, um, we talked a bit earlier about sports programs, and, um, what sports pro- programs do people like to watch in your country?\nCandidate: Um, I think, football and baseball, I think. Football, especially, Koreans love watching EPL, so they always watch that, even though, you know, the time zone is very different, but they spend, like, overnight awake to watch the EPL, so I think most of the people love watching EPL, and for baseball, they could, Easily go to the stadium and watch the game. So a lot of my friends also go to baseball matches to watch the game when they have free time. So I guess those two sports are most, like, common sports.\nExaminer: Okay, and final question, um, what's the difference between watching sports on TV and watching it live?\nCandidate: Ooh, um, I'm not a really huge fan of, like, football, like, I don't really have a specific team that I support, but I went to the game when I was in the UK, but it was, like, the vibe, like, the atmosphere of everyone, like, cheering so much, that was very energetic, and even, like, I don't really know much about football, but I really enjoyed that experience. So I guess in... actually, like, experiencing those stuff in person might be more energetic, so you can feel more, like, into the game. So I think that'll be more realistic, I guess? More cheerful, more energetic. So, I think that's... I prefer going into the person. Like, because at home, it's a bit boring sometimes, because you're by yourself. So I think that's the biggest difference.",
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  "title": "167 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, we can get started now. Uh, to begin, can you tell me your full name?\nCandidate: My Korean name is Sangwon Lee, but I go by Sean. It's S-E-A-N.\nExaminer: Ah, okay. And tell me, Sean, are you working or studying right now?\nCandidate: I'm a student. Currently, I'm studying electrical engineering in a university in Hong Kong.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Uh, and do you enjoy your studies?\nCandidate: Yes, I do. I never expected myself to be an engineer until the last year in high school, but somehow I'm enjoying it.\nExaminer: Good. And how is Hong Kong?\nCandidate: Hong Kong? I... from fourth grade in preschool all the way to high school graduation, I lived in China, Shanghai. So, like, Chinese culture was really familiar to me, so it was not a hard decision for me to move to Hong Kong for university.\nExaminer: Hmm. And what do you enjoy doing in your free time?\nCandidate: I used to read books a lot, but, uh, since freshman year in high school, no, in university, I started Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as a grappling-based martial art, and I'm spending a lot of time training in my free time.\nExaminer: Alright, um, and what is your hometown? What would you- how would you describe your hometown?\nCandidate: I would describe my hometown, uh, Seoul's my home- hometown, so, from five years old to third grade in preschool until I moved to China. I lived in Seoul called- it's a place called Gangseo-gu, so I still consider it to be my hometown.\nExaminer: Good. And what things do you like about your hometown?\nCandidate: Uh, it's a chill place, a lot of good restaurants, and, but, probably, I have a lot of good memories in my childhood attached to my hometown.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And, what things do you not like about it?\nCandidate: Um, chill, but also it's boring. There are not a lot of fun things to enjoy. So, that's one thing I don't like about my hometown.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Um, now we'll talk about handwriting, briefly. Um, do you often write with a pen?\nCandidate: I used to until high school, and from college, I used iPad and laptops a lot, so I would say no.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm, okay. Um, when you have to write by hand, is your handwriting easy, uh, to read for other people?\nCandidate: Yes, it's- I would say yes for English and Korean, but when I write Chinese, it's still bad.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Um, do you like to receive cards with handwritten notes or words in them?\nCandidate: Yes, especially for my birthday. My dad used to write me a handwritten letter on my birthdays. So, I like to receive handwritten letters for my birthday, especially.\nExaminer: Cool. Um, okay. Can you tell someone's personality from his or her handwriting?\nCandidate: Oh, that's... I think... that's a really insightful question, so... Yes, I think the handwriting somehow reflects the person's personality. If I see a scribble, I would assume the person is some hastening personality. If I see a small, like, neat handwriting, I assume the person's Uh, really careful, and, but not hundred percent. It often goes wrong.\nExaminer: Sure, sure. And finally, what's the difference between writing with a pen and typing on a computer?\nCandidate: Typing on computer has more formality, it's more neat, of course, so when I need to write for my assignments and work, I use laptop, but when I want to show my sincerity to my people I love, I use my handwriting.\nExaminer: Sure. Okay, now we can move to part two, and for part two, you're gonna have one question, and you'll have, um, one minute to prepare, and then up to two minutes to give your answer. Um, here is your question, and you can make notes, um, to help guide you. So, take a minute to- to prepare, and then we'll get started. Okay, that is a minute. So, when you're ready, you can describe an application or program you use on your phone or computer.\nCandidate: Okay. The application I use on my phone or computer is Google, of course. And the Google here incorporates YouTube and ChatGPT for me. It's used generally as a search engine. I can search information, papers, research papers, videos, and all sorts of things I want to know about something. And I use it for every purpose, actually. Uh, I started to use it in middle school, high school, when I was doing assignments. When I had to do my research assignments, I used Google, and that's how I started my first usage of Google. And later, ChatGPT came out. I use it for assignments as well. It's an AI that literally- that literally tells you anything you want to ask, you want to know. I use it because it has high credibility. But I can't really trust 100% because I should judge my- I should use my own, uh, resource, judgmental skills to assess the credibility of the source. And I think I'll keep using until I find the better replacement for Google, YouTube, and chat GPT. And thank you for listening.\nExaminer: Okay, sure. Okay, we can move on now to part three. Um, first question. Which phone app is the most popular in your country?\nCandidate: Phone app. I would also say Google and YouTube for this. It leads the cultural trend. Even nowadays, uh, the broadcast use Google's and YouTube to market their idols and TV shows. Even my friends and the young generations watch YouTube a lot more than TV, so my answer is Google and YouTube.\nExaminer: And do you think parents should limit the time that their children spend on the phone?\nCandidate: Yes, because to use my own experience, I used to play a lot of games in high school, So, if- it's good to use a lot of- it's- it's YouTube- it's good to watch YouTube, but the more time you spend on YouTube, the less time you can spend on, like, social life and sports. So there are a lot- there are downsides. So I think parents should limit their kids watching times on YouTube.\nExaminer: True. And do you think people depend on cell phone apps too much these days?\nCandidate: Yes, one example is the map function on your phone computer, and navigations. So, when you go on a trip, um, if you depend too much on your app to find roads, to find a way to something, you don't really remember how you get there. And, also cameras, one example, the more camera you use to take pictures, the less time you spend, uh, like, actually viewing the travel, the place you went for travel.\nExaminer: Sure. And, do you think some apps will help people study?\nCandidate: It's- depends on the person. It's no for me, but yes for some friends I know. So, there's an app called Quizlet. So, people use it to memorize vocabularies and terms, but it doesn't work for me. But I know, uh, my friend who uses it all the time to study his biology terms. So, can't really make a judgment. It's no for me.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, good. Well, we made it to the end.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Nicely done.\nCandidate: Let's see.",
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  "title": "168 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, so, uh, hello, can you tell me your name, please?\nCandidate: Um, my name is Gaon Kim, and my English name goes by Max, so you can call me Max or Gaon, whatever you prefer.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you, Max, nice to meet you. Now, as you know, the IELTS speaking test has three different sections. Uh, in section one, we are going to be talking about sports a little bit, okay? Um, so, can you tell me, um, what sports do you like?\nCandidate: Um, the sports that I most like and mostly do is health training. I don't really like playing soccer or basketball because it really stresses me out after the game, but doing- by doing health training, you can, like, see your body transform day by day, so I really like the kind of stuff that the health training gives me.\nExaminer: Okay, and where did you learn how to do it?\nCandidate: I didn't really learn how to do it because, you know, in Seoul, especially in Seoul, the PT personal training prices go skyrocketing. So, I mostly learned it by seeing YouTube and doing it with my friends, and that helped me really out, so I don't really learn it from anywhere.\nExaminer: Okay, and did you do some sports when you were young?\nCandidate: Of course, I lived in Germany for about four years when I was in kindergarten, and my mother and father was really in sports, into sports. So, every day, they made me go out and play soccer with my friends, never let me see- watch TV or use my phone, mainly running, playing soccer.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think students need more exercise?\nCandidate: Definitely. Because, um, especially in Korea, everybody has to take their exams in, like, call it so everybody gets their- gets their stress because of their working at- working. So I really think they need to go out in the sun and get some working out for their health.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you, um, know any people who are good at sports?\nCandidate: I don't really know anyone, like, famous people. I just know my friends that, oh, wow, they- that he's really good at soccer or, like, he's good at swimming. Not really me. Well, me- mostly my friends.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think it's important for people to exercise?\nCandidate: Definitely. Everybody in, um, especially in Korea, there's a lot- they really like to drink, like, soju, definitely. So, after drinking soju, they are really tired, so they need to get exercise or they're gonna get a big belly.\nExaminer: Okay. And, um, should schools encourage young students to take more physical exercise?\nCandidate: Because, I definitely agree with that, because when they get their exercise in the, um, young age, they can get their body in shape, so every day they can look at their cells and, oh, I need to get exercise every day, every day.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. So, now we are going to move on to part two. For part two of the test, um, you will be talking about, um, Someone you know who has recently moved, and you will get one minute to prepare your answer. So, and you should talk for two minutes, okay? So your one minute prep time starts now. Okay, your one minute prep time is up, and now you have two minutes to describe someone you know who has recently moved to a new place.\nCandidate: Um, a person that I knew- know who has recently moved to a new place is actually my sister. Um, she majored in hotel services, so she got a new job in America, actually. So, she is working at the Marriott Hotel, and she had to go move to America to get the- to get the work, and Um, the positive impact on- by her moving to America would be that I can use two rooms in my house. So, I have a pretty small- small room beside my sisters, but she has a really big room, so I can use my room and her room bothly. So, I have a pretty good impact by move- her moving. But the negative impact because of her moving would be that I feel a little more pressure from my parents because I'm the only child they have in Korea. Like, they can't really see her because she's in America. So I think I feel a little more pressure from my parents because of- by her moving to America. But I don't think that Um, the negative impact and positive impact has... I think they're both, like, leverage. The positive, I'm not really, like, wow, happy because of the positive, or, um, so, I'm just tired because of the negative. So, I think it's pretty good for her moving, and not her moving, not moving.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much. You spoke for one minute and forty-five seconds, so that's a really good amount of time, good job. Okay, and for part three, um, we're going to answer some more general questions, okay? So, why do some young people keep moving?\nCandidate: Um, the mo- I think, they think, um, the reason why young people keep on moving is mostly because of the parents' jobs. Um, if the parents has, like, a secure job so they can, like, stay in one place and get put in, the young children don't have to move, but especially, like, um, army, parents who are in the army, or other kind of different types of jobs, the young people has to move because of the parents' jobs. So I think the main reason would be the job of the parents.\nExaminer: Okay, and, um, what is the difference between living alone and living with roommates?\nCandidate: Living alone, I think, you really have the, like, the freedom. I can do anything all by myself. I have the room to myself. But, the disadvantage of that would be, like, you can get really dirty in a really small amount of time. But if you have a roommate, there would be a- a lot of difficulties. But because you have a roommate, you can, like, hey, today's we have to- we have to clean the room. Let's get some- let's, like, clean up. So you can, like, get your balance of your life. So I think there are pros and cons of both sides.\nExaminer: Okay. And, um, that kind of leads into the next question. So, do you think it is beneficial for young people to live by themselves?\nCandidate: I actually don't live by myself, even though my- my current, like, university is- takes two hours to get there. But I have lived alone for about six months, and I definitely would prefer to live with my parents. Because living alone, it takes- it has the freedom, but the cost is too much for the freedom. You have to eat everything by yourself, do everything by yourself, but because I am living with my parents, my parents can help me out. And I think living alone isn't really a good thing for young people.\nExaminer: And, um, besides cooking, are there any other skills that people need to learn if they live on their own? Um, any other skills besides cooking?\nCandidate: I really think that's exercise because you can really get lame in- in- when you live alone. So, after going to school and getting home, oh, I'm too tired, I'm gonna sleep. I'm gonna, like, eat anything, like, chicken or fried chicken. So you can really get obese really quickly. So, if you have the habit of- have- habit of, like, exercising, you can stay in shape, live alone, get freedom, everything is good.\nExaminer: Okay, and, um, what kinds of people tend to live by themselves?\nCandidate: Um, on my occasion, I think, people who had parents, like, you have to come home by 10 o'clock, you have to come home by 12 o'clock, that Um, leading to, like, there is freedom, but not much freedom. So I think those people who have been limited by their- by their freedom tend to live alone and want to live alone.\nExaminer: Okay. And, um, the last question. So, um, how can parents and teachers help young people to live independently?\nCandidate: Mostly, I think, teachers don't have a lot of things they can do to help the children, but parents, definitely, because, like, when you're young, you can't do, like, um, taking out the garbage or, like, washing dishes, but constantly, as they grow up, they- the parents can, um,\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much.",
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  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, we'll get started now. Uh, to begin, can you tell me your full name?\nCandidate: Um, I'm Kevin Kim, um, but I also go by my Korean name, Byung Han.\nExaminer: Alright, and are you working or studying right now?\nCandidate: Um, I'm studying, uh, I just finished my, uh, high school career, and I'm going to college for my freshman year next year.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Um, and starting in August, um, I'll be going to Cornell's I- ILR program.\nExaminer: Cool, cool. What is IRL?\nCandidate: Uh, it stands for, um, Industrial and Labor Relations.\nExaminer: Ah, excellent.\nCandidate: Studying economics and, like, the workforce.\nExaminer: Very cool, very cool. Do you enjoy your studies?\nCandidate: Uh, yeah, I do. Um, I try to have fun with it. Um, that's what my grandpa recommended. Um, so that I get very invested in it. So I, yeah, I enjoy it. Especially, uh, math and English. I enjoy those two subjects the most.\nExaminer: Cool. And what do you enjoy doing in your free time?\nCandidate: I'd have to say basketball. Uh, I love playing basketball. Um, I played it since I was, like, fourth grade. Um, I just really got into it since then. Um, and I probably play it every, uh, every day. Um, other than that, I like reading books. Um, just novels. Um, also about, like, economics. I just like learning new stuff.\nExaminer: Cool. And... what is your hometown?\nCandidate: So I got- I have two. I was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan, but I only stayed there for a year, and I have no recollection of it. But, I also consider Seoul my hometown, because I've lived here the longest.\nExaminer: Oh, and what do you- we can just talk about Seoul.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Um, what do you like about Seoul?\nCandidate: Um, I'd have to say the people. Um, although they're busy, they're very nice people. Um, and, they're very, uh, hard-working, and I respect that about them. Um, also, I like, um, a few locations. Um, I like Rodeo. Um, it's a very vibrant place. Um, a lot of- I have a lot of fun there. And also, Hong Kong Park. You know, after a hard work- hard working day, I just go there and relax with my friends.\nExaminer: Good. Um, and what things do you not like about it?\nCandidate: Uh, I'd have to say... just the population and how packed it is. It's like, when I wanna ride the subway at like 6pm, which is the peak of traffic, I hate it. I hate being pushed around, sweating. Um, yeah, the population, I'd say.\nExaminer: Good. Okay, now we're gonna talk about friends.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: What kinds of people do you like to make friends with?\nCandidate: Um, I'd say people that like to joke around a lot. Um, and people who like sports, specifically basketball. I think I just mess around with them a lot. Um... And, I mean, I don't- I don't narrow down my- the people I hang out with. I, like, hang out with different types of people. Um, whether they're gamers, whether they're athletes, it doesn't matter to me.\nExaminer: Hm? Cool. And, do you think you're a good- do you think you are a good friend for other people?\nCandidate: But I like to say so, yeah. Um, I take care of them. Um, I'm nice to them. I will keep it real with them. So, yeah, I do consider myself a good friend to them.\nExaminer: Alright. And what do you think makes good friends?\nCandidate: Um, in terms of, like, characteristics, I'd say loyalty, um, and being genuine. I think those two are the most important ones for me, at least.\nExaminer: Awesome. And do you keep in contact with friends from your childhood?\nCandidate: Yeah, um, my friend group right now in Korea, they consist of, um, around ten people. Um, five of them, I was friends with them since the first grade, or maybe even before.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Alright, that should do us for part one. Um, now in part two, You have one long question. Uh, this is your question, and I'll give you a minute to make some notes and prepare, and then you have up to two minutes to talk about this topic. Um, but you can use that pen and that paper to take some notes. Okay, that's a minute now. So, uh, you can start when you're ready. You can describe a book you read that you found useful.\nCandidate: Okay, um, so this is actually a book I read a month ago, or maybe less. Um, I finished it around two weeks ago before I started another book. It's called, uh, Rich Dad Poor Dad. Um, I don't exactly remember the author's name, but it's about finance, um, and I learned a lot of things about, um, finance. Um, it gave me a lot of life lessons and advices. Um, for example, like, assets versus liability, what are they, and how is it used, and how- what differentiates, um, a middle class person and a, um, first- sorry, first class, is it? Or the high class? Um, yeah, what differentiates people, um, I thought. Um, it also gave me a good set of vocabulary. Um, there's a lot of, um, difficult but profound vocab. Um, and it also motivated me to study more. Um, the book recommended me to study more into the laws of finance. Um, accounting, marketing, um, and I think psychology too, um, and how to, like, work with people and other things like that. Um, so it motivated me to find other books and other articles, YouTube videos, podcasts. And what not, um, study more than to die. And how I felt about it, um, I thought it was very rewarding. Um, this is my summer right after my high school year and, er, high school career, and all my friends are going out, um, partying, but I'm staying in my home, um, and studying and reading books. So I thought it was very, I thought I felt like I was optimizing my opportunity and trying to separate myself from other people.\nExaminer: Okay, good. That was, uh, almost two minutes. So, nice answer. And now we'll move on to part three. What are the types of books that young people like to read?\nCandidate: I don't know. I don't really see a lot of people reading books these days. Um, I think people rather rely on podcasts and YouTube videos, or even movies or TV shows. But, if I had to say, I guess novels. I think novels are the most fun, the most interesting ones. Um, it expands our creativity, especially because, um, young people tend to have a lot of creativity before they go out into the real world.\nExaminer: Good. And what's the difference between the reading habits of old people and young people?\nCandidate: Oh, I- I think that's a tough question, but, um... I don't have to think of it, but... I haven't really seen a lot of old people read books, but... I don't really know about their habits, but I guess... Um, young people tend to rush things. I guess they skim through the books rather than focusing on, um, details. Um, while old people, rather, they take their time, um, they try to analyze everything, uh, because, um, they're more mature, they're more experienced with these things.\nExaminer: Sure. And what's the difference between printed books and e-books?\nCandidate: Um, so I've actually had experience with both of them. Um, personally, I like paper books better because they're more easier to take notes on, and just having a physical copy instead of looking at, um, a screen is a lot better for me. Um, it feels like I'm actually invested in the book, but for e-books, it just feels like I'm just roaming on the internet, so I think that's the main difference.\nExaminer: Mm. Does it make it harder?\nCandidate: To read on e-books?\nExaminer: To read e-books for that reason?\nCandidate: For me, yes. Yeah. It's a lot easier to get distracted.\nExaminer: Okay. Cool. And, uh, final question. Some people say that it's easier for children who start reading from a young age to become successful. Do you agree with that idea?\nCandidate: Yes, I do, actually. Um, so I've had peop- um, I met people that have read books since they were very young, and their vocabulary is very extensive, they're great at writing. I feel like, when you read- when you start to read younger, uh, your mind's more malleable, and you start to, um, pick up things more faster, and you just get used to it faster. See, I've started reading books only, like, a year ago, uh, which was not for school, it was for my math free time, so, um, I can see a clear difference between me and the other people, so, I think, based on what I've seen, um, being able to write, read, and that's a very good skill, and that often leads to success.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Good. Um, well, well done, we've made it to the end.",
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  "title": "170 - IELTS Speaking Band 9.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello, it's nice to meet you. Can you tell me your name, please?\nCandidate: Okay, my, um, Korean name is Jisun, and my English name is Lana.\nExaminer: Nice to meet you, Lana.\nCandidate: Nice to meet you.\nExaminer: So, as you know, the IELTS speaking test has- Yeah. It has three different sections, right?\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: So, um, in the first part, we're gonna talk about, um, a particular topic, and you're gonna answer some questions.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: In the second part, you'll have an extended speaking, um, Uh, time, and you will get one minute to prepare.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: And then two minutes of talking time, okay?\nCandidate: Alright.\nExaminer: And then, in the third part, you're gonna answer some just general questions, okay?\nCandidate: Yeah, yeah, sure.\nExaminer: Okay, so, um, for the first section, we are gonna talk about the city you live in. So, what city do you live in?\nCandidate: Right now, I'm living in Seoul right now. I've been living in Seoul for five years now, but I can't really tell you about Seoul, because I've been living in Singapore for, like, 16 years, so if you ask me, like, anything about Singapore, I can tell you, but in Seoul, I can't really tell you a lot of things, because I've never really experienced Seoul yet.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you like this city, and why?\nCandidate: Um, actually, I prefer Singapore more, because it has strict rules. So, if you ask me, it's a metropolitan city, and, uh, if you chew gums, or like, if you bring durian, it's just like a fruit that smells really bad. Uh, you get fine for, like, $500 with- you- you can't just bring in durian in your train for, like, yeah. So, it's a really metropolitan city and a really strict country with a very gov- uh, with a lot of government rules. So, I'd say I recommend Singapore more. I'm sorry to Sol, but, yeah.\nExaminer: Uh, okay, so you think the rules make the living there more harmonious?\nCandidate: Yes, that's correct.\nExaminer: Okay. And, um, how long have you lived in Seoul?\nCandidate: I lived in Seoul for five years now, uh, since 2018.\nExaminer: Oh, okay. Mm-hmm. And, um, are there big changes in the city?\nCandidate: Uh, big changes, but mainly I've been taking care of my grandfather for when I came to Korea in 2018. So, my grandfather had pneumonia and dementia, so I helped my mother out for about three years, so I- I couldn't really go out and have fun, and I- I don't really have friends in Korea at all, so... And then after three years, he just passed away, so that was kind of a sad story that I would tell, I guess.\nExaminer: Oh, I see. Yeah. Um... Is, um, Seoul your permanent city of residence?\nCandidate: Yes, because, um, since twen- twenty, uh, since I was in secondary school, which, it's a British way of saying, right, secondary school, um, I had permanent residency from Singapore, but then I just gave up my- my permanent residency because my- all my family is here, so... Uh, I decided to kind of, like, want to settle down in Seoul because my mom and my dad and my grandma is here, and I want to get married in Seoul. So, yeah, that's, I think, my- where my future is.\nExaminer: Okay, and are there people of different age groups living in this city?\nCandidate: Different age groups, like, what do you mean?\nExaminer: Like, um, are there- is there, like, a mix of, like, very young children, um, like, kind of middle-aged people, older people, or is it more of a city that just young families live in, or just older people?\nCandidate: Well, I guess, um, in my apartment, uh, I guess older people, they live here a lot, because it's- it's a very old apartment, and my grandma, he- she goes to an old folks' home every single day, so I see a lot of old people, and it- you know, it's an older growing population, so older people are coming, and- and the newborn babies are, like, not They- they're not really giving birth to... because, you know, the educational fees and everything is so expensive, so... For me, example, I'm 32 years old, but I don't really want to get married and have kids because it's so expensive. Yeah. So I guess older people are more, uh, more widespread in this country.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. So, now you are gonna start the extended speaking section.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Um, the topic is about an interesting job, so you will have one minute to prepare your answer.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: So, your one minute of prep time is now up.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: And now, starting now, you have two minutes, um, to describe an interesting job you want to have in the future.\nCandidate: Okay, so, I actually was a translator in Korea for English, uh, for Korean to English, but right now I really, really want to try to change my career path a little bit because translating was just like a one-dimensional job that really didn't really fit me well. So, right now, I'm really trying to make it into marketing for K-pop, or bring on, like, Hollywood acts, because I speak English quite well, I think. And, so, um, like, for the movie example, Barbie, uh, yeah, it was really a good movie that really branched out really well in the marketing session, and I really want to get involved in it. Um, and, uh, you get to meet a lot of people if you get to- you get into marketing. So, yeah, marketing is really what- what I want to do in the future. Okay.\nExaminer: Yeah. Okay, so you spoke for just a little over one minute, uh, but you have, like, two minutes of speaking time, so, um, maybe, um, for next time, let's try and fill that, uh, time up.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Okay, so, um, now we're gonna go on to part three, general questions. What is the most popular thing to learn nowadays?\nCandidate: Oh, I'm really guessing it's, uh, how to create YouTube content, because media is such a booming, uh, industry right now, and everybody wants to be a YouTuber, or, like, in Korea there's an Africa TV, or there are a lot of platforms that you can, uh, really, Uh, shine on. So, I guess, uh, yeah, I recently went to a YouTube creator, uh, content company, and then they said, if you know how to create YouTube content, it's be- it's gonna be a really great- great opportunity for me to get a job. So, yeah, that's it.\nExaminer: Okay, and, um... This question's a little different, but at what age should children start making their own decisions?\nCandidate: What age? Okay, I think, at your puberty age, they should start making your own decisions, because when you're at a puberty age, you get to have your own ideology, and, uh, you get to have your own characteristics set. So, puberty age is a really important age that you really set your mind to whatever you wanna do. So, yeah. At, like, 13 or 14.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. And, um, which influences young people, um, when choosing a course? Uh, income or interest?\nCandidate: Interest, definitely, because that's what my mom every time tells me, uh, because if you go for income, it's never going to last. It's, uh, if you go for your income, It's not gonna interest you for your whole life, but if you chase your own dreams, and if you go for your interests, it's- you're gonna be successful for whatever reason, and, uh, yeah, so, if you go after your interests and dreams, you're gonna be successful, for sure.\nExaminer: Okay, very good, and this kind of leads into the next question. So, do young people take their parents' advice when they are choosing a major?\nCandidate: Mm, that's a very hard question. Um, I think, uh, their own individuality and their, uh, own self-interest is different from their own parents, um, expectations, so I think you should choose your own major. So, for example, my grandfather actually chose a major for my- my mom, which is, um, to become a kindergarten teacher because it's just a stable job, but she didn't enjoy it at all. So, that was a very, uh, very not- not a very good choice for her. So, I think you should choice- you should choose your own job.\nExaminer: Okay. So, um, besides, um, parents, who else would people take advice from? Who else?\nCandidate: Um, you can choose, uh, to have your advice from your professional- professors, or your school teachers, or even, there are a lot of government supporters who can tell you what to do. So, there are- right now, there are a lot of programs that you can take on, so you can choose to get help from a lot of government information, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, and our final question, um, it's a bit unrelated, but, um, why do some people prefer to study alone?\nCandidate: Why do we both study? Oh, because if you study with other people, you tend to talk to each other, and, uh, you tend to chit-chat. Uh, so if you study alone, you can focus, uh, 100% on your own. If- if you listen to, uh, music, and then you just turn on the music, and then you just study on your own, you get 100% focused.\nExaminer: Okay. Yeah. Um, so, those are all the questions. Yeah.",
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  "title": "171 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello, welcome.\nCandidate: Pleasure to meet you, sir.\nExaminer: You too, you too. Uh, to begin, can you tell me your full name?\nCandidate: So, my full name is San Ko.\nExaminer: Say again?\nCandidate: S-A-N-K-O, San Ko.\nExaminer: San Ko, nice to meet you.\nCandidate: Pleasure to meet you too.\nExaminer: Tell me, are you working or studying right now?\nCandidate: So, I'm currently an international student at Seneca College, and I'm currently, uh, I currently finished the, like, second semester, like, which is the, uh, Which is the second year, like, in Seneca College, uh, so I currently finished the fourth semester at the- and I'm only one year, like, uh, ahead, like, before, yeah, like, graduation, actually.\nExaminer: Okay, yeah.\nCandidate: So, it's actually one year left before the graduation.\nExaminer: Oh, where is Seneca College?\nCandidate: So, Seneca College is actually located, uh, uh, outward of the, uh, Toronto, which is actually way far from the, uh, like, downtown. So, although, like, it's actually not that, like, famous, like, among, uh, Canadians, however, like, it's actually renowned for the, uh, arts and the technology and even some sort of engineer, as far as I know.\nExaminer: Good. And do you enjoy studying?\nCandidate: So- so far, like, I don't- I don't think my major is not bad since I'm currently majoring in graphic design. However, like, I've currently found the, uh, some sort of, uh, another purpose, like, for my life, so I don't think the college is the, uh, actually the, uh, like, endgame, like, for the life, so therefore, like, I'm currently working on, like, uh, finding something else, like, other than graphic design, because there are a lot of opportunities out there in Canada, so, yeah.\nExaminer: Oh, cool. And, what do you enjoy doing in your free time?\nCandidate: So, I currently work out, so, I usually work out, like, five times a week, and whenever I have a free time, and, other than that, like, I'm just looking forward to, like, uh, side hustles, like, uh, how to make money, and since I'm currently on vacation, like, before I actually go to the- get into the college, I need to make some sort of, uh, money, like, a four-year rent, and any other, like, living expenses, like, while I live in Canada. So, that's what I'm working on while I'm in South Korea.\nExaminer: Sure. Um, a couple of questions about your hometown. So, what is your hometown?\nCandidate: So, my hometown is, although it's pretty ambiguous, since my mother and my mother didn't clarify, like, why I was actually born. But, approximately, I speculated as a Seoul, and my hometown was actually a little bit, uh, way far from the downtown. So, like, I was- I grew up with my father and my mother and my one elder brother and my younger sister, which was- who is, uh, one years- one year, like, uh, younger than me. So, my childhood was actually pretty good, and... So, when I was a kid, like, I was actually, uh, unusual, like, unlike the others. So, my mother thought, like, I needed some sort of, yeah, like, special treatment in terms of the, uh, Korean language. So, one time, I had to, like, uh, receive some sort of, yeah, special, like, treatment, like, from the, uh, kindergarten teachers, like, uh, to make sure, like, I can speak Korean properly. Although I was born, In South Korea, like, my mother, like, she just sensed the, uh, some sort of difficulty like I had, like, when I was a kid, in terms of speaking Korean. So, that's why I- she felt like I needed some sort of a special treatment.\nExaminer: Sure, sure, sure. Uh, what about- what's one thing that you like about your hometown?\nCandidate: So, although I do not remember at all, like, at this point, other than my hometown, but the only thing I can remember is that, like, it was peaceful, unlike the other, like, downtown or, like, urbans, suburbans in the- either South Korea or anywhere. So, I think my life was pretty peaceful, and every time, like, I just, like, walk around, In the home area, like, uh, I saw some, like, uh, some nature animals, like, uh, big dogs, and, like, birds, and even magpie, like, which is the, uh, traditional, like, typical, like, birds in South Korea.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: So, I think that was the only thing, like, I enjoyed, like, in my childhood. It was peaceful, and it was related to nature, and that's, uh, what I enjoyed, like, while I was there.\nExaminer: Okay. Uh, now, just a couple of questions about weekends. Um, what do you usually do on the weekend?\nCandidate: So, on the weekend, like, apart from the Saturday, like, which I also go to the gym, like, for the, like, workout. Other than that, like, on the weekend, I don't think of the, uh, weekend as some sort of a rest day. In other words, like, uh, although I'm on my vacation, like, I'm just, like, still working on, like, finding ways to make money online, like, while using my English proficiency and other skills. So, on the weekend, like, I either study or, like, find a way, like, to make money online, like, through the Google research and anything. So, on the weekend, like, uh, I just, like, find, like, something interesting, like, when it comes to, like, making money or, like, any other stuff. So, and another special- another interesting thing, like, I do, like, during the weekend is, like, since I'm actually, uh, so... I'm interested in, like, uh, North American culture. Like, uh, what I usually do is just, like, watching some English videos, like, uh, often. So, that's what I usually do, like, during the free time, because, like, what I realized that, like, before I went to Canada, before studying abroad, is that I need to be familiar with their culture first, like, before I actually learn their language. As a habit, like, I just decide- I just decide- I just determined to, like, be- make myself familiar with the northern agriculture, and this just became my life habit, and I'm just watching either Netflix or a YouTube video every day. That's what I usually do.\nExaminer: Cool. Um, a slightly more specific question, um, did you do anything special last weekend?\nCandidate: So, the last weekend was actually a very significant moment for me. I just came to the realization, like, I just don't, I just shouldn't, like, procrastinate, like, everything. So, during the last week, like, it was actually a frustrating moment, like, for me to do, it was really hard for me to figure out. However, like, I just, I finally came to the realization that I can't procrastinate, like, a text any longer, and I should do something, like, rather than just think about it. So, what I determined to do was, like, just, I decided to, like, wake up early, like, although I'm still struggling with it, and just decided to, like, uh, get- read some books about the self-improvement, uh, which is the- which is the book topic related to some self-improvement, not only that, but, like, about the money and the wealth and everything. So, I just- I just determined to, like, view, like, my life as some sort of a challenge instead of the, uh, like, some sort of the impasse I'm supposed to face. So, therefore, like, the last week, I just bought a book, and I just started, like, reading it. Like, uh, every day. Like, uh, even if it's, like, less than a 10-page, like, uh, it's actually important to, like, set up the, uh, like, habits. Like, uh, so I can do that one every day. Like, it's related to discipline, rather than just, like, uh, procrastinating things, like, for, like, 10 or 20 days.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: So, I think that's just some sort of, like, a milestone, uh, that happened, like, uh, during the last weekend.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Very good. And final question for this part. Um, what will you do next weekend?\nCandidate: So, what would I do the next weekend is actually- is actually a very important question. So, although the future is undetermined, however, like, as long as I don't get distracted, like, uh, from- by the temptations, like, what I meant by that is just, like, some sort of a party, or, like, a drinking, or an etc., As long as I don't get distracted by those amusements, like, I would just, like, do the same things over and over again. Let's just, like, read the books and go to the gym, everything related to discipline, because it is actually important to, like, uh, make myself familiar, uh, with the discipline. So I- with that, like, I can just achieve anything, because, uh, actually, like, everything, like, uh, is- which seems difficult, it actually, like, came from the discipline first, because the motivation is the wrong word, like, When you want to- if you want to start something at the beginning, like, uh, every- everyone would think, like, motivation would be the most important thing when it comes to beginning things. It's actually wrong, because, uh, just like a discipline, like, you gotta do it- you gotta do that every single day, regardless of how you feel. So, next week, perhaps I may get distracted a little bit by watching YouTube video for a long time, but other than that, I think I'll just, like, focus on... Like, what I usually do.\nExaminer: Okay, sounds good, sounds good. Okay, that would be the end of part one.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: So, for part two, uh, we'll have one question, and you'll have a minute to prepare and take notes, uh, and then two minutes to answer. Um, so here's a paper and a pencil, you can make as many notes as you'd like, and you can refer to this, uh, as you're giving your answer. Okay, that's a minute, and you can start whenever you're ready.\nCandidate: Uh, expensive activities, so actually, that's, uh, it would be a little bit hilarious, like, if I just say that this, the expensive activity I usually enjoy is the, uh, gym session. So, the reason I said it's expensive is because, uh, so when it comes to the gym, like, it actually takes a lot of, uh, supplements, and even a discipline, and even a food consummation, food consumptions, in terms of the great workout. The reason I mention that is because, like, when it comes to, like, building a body shape, like, uh, it doesn't matter whether I'm a man or a woman, so it actually takes the discipline, first of all, like, which is consistency, and secondly, If, as a man, if you wanna, like, um, gain the muscle mass, it actually requires the protein powder and just, like, a bunch of, like, um, supplements, like protein powder and even creatine, like, which is the, uh, pharmaceutical supplements. And, lastly, you have to consume a lot of foods, like, to gain the muscle, because, Just because, like, you work out, it doesn't mean, like, you will gain muscles, like, every single day. In other words, like, you need, like, proper recovery, first of all, and a proper amount of food calories, and lastly, uh, although, like, I would recommend, like, purchasing a bunch of expensive supplements, but at least, uh, supplements that cost, like, uh, less than 100 bucks, which is probably, like, a Uh, which is probably less expensive than, like, others. However, like, the reason I mentioned that, like, which is expensive is because, like, it actually costs a lot to consume a lot of foods and a lot of supplements, and even, like, going to the gym. Like, first of all, like, it takes, like, a gym membership, and it also, like, it takes, like, foods, like, and even, like, body supplements, and combined, all those prices, like, it's actually really expensive, I thought.\nExaminer: Okay, that's two minutes there. Nicely done, thank you. And now we can move on to part three, the final part. Um, so just a few questions to go into this topic more. Um, what kind of expensive things do people like to buy?\nCandidate: What kind of expensive things? So, most people usually focused on, like, what they would like to get. So, like, they actually focused on their desire. So, like, depending on, like, uh, like, what they want, so the price actually differs. So, for- for instance, like, so some would actually focus on the, like, the price itself. And the value of the product. And so, like, they would want to, like, buy the- they would like to buy the expensive clothes and other fancy stuff that could include, like, Gucci bags or whatever. But the expensive stuff, uh, I would say, like, although I shouldn't generalize it, uh, everyone. I would say, in general, like, uh, expensive clothes and even, like, expensive, like, goods, like, that we can find, like, everywhere, like, through online and even in person. So, I think that's the thing, like, people would like to get, like, in general. The reason is because, like, people would like to show off, like, their wealth and their capability to get this thing. So... Whether they're, like, whether they can afford it or not, like, they usually would like to, like, brag about their wealth and their, like, capability, like, to get this thing. I think that's the reason, like, people focused on, like, purchasing, like, expensive clothes and even materials. And secondly, people also concentrate on the trend, like, what they- what they know and what is popular the most. So... People would like to buy, like, which is the most popular, and which is also the most expensive. But the reason, like, they focused on both is because, like, just because something is expensive, as long as no one, I mean, unless anyone recognizes that, like, it doesn't have any value, does it? So, therefore, I think that's the reason, like, they just focused on both the trend and the price itself. So that's the way, like, they can just brag about, like, their status.\nExaminer: Good. Very good. Very good. Um, what are the advantages and disadvantages about being rich?\nCandidate: So, that's actually also a good- very good question. So, people- of course, like, uh, the rich has, like, both- the rich people have both, uh, disadvantage and advantage, of course. So for the advantage, like, most people will think, like, they have money so they can actually get everything. But the thing is, like, I think, from what- from what I think, The rich people's advantage is, like, uh, throughout their discipline and hard work, they finally achieve, like, something, like, great, like, throughout their life. So, the greatest advantage of the rich people is they witness the generation- the generational wealth that they created, and they can- they are no longer dependent on the location, or even the time, or even the finance. So, in other words, like, they don't need to, like, depend on their boss, like, for the salary, and their income is not dependent on the certain location. And lastly, like, uh, they do not need to worry about the, uh, time spending. In other words, like, uh, they just don't need to, like, work for, like, nine to five jobs, like, for their bosses, so they have, like, plenty of times, like, to- to enjoy the lesser freedom. However, this is- the disadvantage of the, uh, rich. I think they're- I think the dis- I think the main disadvantage of being a rich is they're on the status, like, a way they can just, like, uh, screw things up all of a sudden. In other words, like, uh, their status is not always stable. Just because someone got rich, Once they got- once they've given- given themselves in the temptation, once they just, like, stop, like, working hard, like, once they just, like, procrastinate everything, that's when they just turn into poor. Because the rich doesn't come from the lucky. They- they come from the disciplined and the hard-working folks. So, the disadvantage of the rich people, I would say, is just Their decision, like, coming from the emotion, determines everything. Therefore, they need to be thorough in terms of, like, making the decision.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Very good. And a final question. So, uh, why are some sports expensive, and are expensive sports for everybody?\nCandidate: So, the main reason is because, like, depending on what sports, like, they're playing, like, they require a certain equipment, which is gonna be a little bit expensive, like, uh, than everyone's expectation, like, such as, like, hockey, or maybe even, uh, just like, since I mentioned the hockey, like, maybe the hockey and the ice hockey, and, so, unlike the basketball and the soccer, Like, uh, which only requires their, like, shoes and the ball. Like, there are certain type of sports, like, which requires, uh, lowest amount of equipment, such as, like, not only hockey, but, like, uh, uh, both sleigh and the sledge, and maybe even, like, horse riding. So, depending, I think that depends on the, like, what sports they do. So, thoughts, like, uh... I think- I think, like, depending on, like, what they use, like, that's just, like, the first, the expenses, because, like, for instance, like, for the horse riding, like, they just need to, like, uh, take good care of the horse first of all, which is very important. And secondly, like, they just need to, like, train, like, a horse rider, like, every single day, like, for him or her to tame the horse, like, well, like, for them to, like, actually, like, participate in the competition. So, it requires a lot of... Uh, budget, first of all. And secondly, it requires the, uh, just like I mentioned, like, it takes time, like, to train the horse, like, in a certain period. So I think that's why, like, it's expensive, like, some sports are expensive, depending on, like, what they do.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Good, good. All right, nicely done. Yeah. Thank you very much. We've made it to the end.",
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  "serial": 172,
  "title": "172 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello, welcome.\nCandidate: Hello.\nExaminer: So we can get started now, and to begin, can you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Um, my name is Chae Yeon Lee.\nExaminer: Nice to meet you.\nCandidate: Nice to meet you.\nExaminer: And are you working or studying right now?\nCandidate: Well, I'm mainly a student majored in English literature, but I'm also working at the same time.\nExaminer: What kind of work do you do?\nCandidate: I'm working as an interpreter and bilingual MC for the international events.\nExaminer: Oh, very cool.\nCandidate: Thanks.\nExaminer: Do you enjoy your job?\nCandidate: Yeah, I really like my job because I am the type of person who really likes to step out of my comfort zone and broaden my horizon, and, um, working as a freelance interpreter, I always get to meet, um, various people, like, I always work with different clients, different, um, audiences, so that really, um, excites me, so I really like my job.\nExaminer: And do you like your studying?\nCandidate: Um, I'm- I'm trying to like my major because I used to study Culture and Anthropology, but I found out that it's not really my thing, so I changed my major into English Literature, but I really like studying English, but English Literature, I'm not sure about it.\nExaminer: Fair enough. And what do you enjoy doing in your free time?\nCandidate: In my free time, well, these days, I started, um, making cocktails, because I really enjoy drinking. So, there's this lot of YouTube channels where they teach, um, how to make some simple cocktails. So, I'm- I watch that, I follow the tutorials, and serve myself a glass of cocktails nearly every day.\nExaminer: And a couple of questions about your hometown. What is your hometown?\nCandidate: Hometown? Well, I am- I live in Yongin. I was born and raised in Yongin, so I basically lived my entire life in Yongin. And it's a suburb city, um, which is located in Gyeonggi Province. And whenever I tell my friends that I live in Yongin, my friends always ask me, It's the city where Everland- Everland is located, so I- I'm always like, yeah, but I've never been to Everland. So, yeah, the only thing that we have- that we have in our city is Everland, the amusement park.\nExaminer: Okay, good. That sort of leads into the next question, um, which is, what things do you like about your hometown?\nCandidate: My hometown, well, it's a peaceful city. There aren't many people because, um, Seoul is so crowded, so it's, um, comparably, um, more peaceful than Seoul, so that's the thing that I like about my hometown. And there's this Lotte Mall right near my apartment, so whenever I want to watch a movie or whenever I want to grab some, Anything where, like, foods, I can do that, so it's very convenient, like, we have a great infrastructure, so I think that's the thing that I like about my hometown.\nExaminer: Good. And what things do you not like about it?\nCandidate: Not like about it. Well, the transportation is bad, because I have to, um, transfer twice to get to Seoul, um, like, Gangnam, so it's very inconvenient. And, additionally, there's, um, pretty much nothing in- in Yongin, so, um, if I want to, like, hang out with- hang out with my friends and, like, want to drink, I- I, like, always have to go to Seoul, so that's... Not good, because when I'm drunk, I have to get back to Yongin, but that's nearly impossible.\nExaminer: It's a long way, yeah.\nCandidate: Yeah. Sure.\nExaminer: Um, well, that sort of leads naturally into the next topic, which is public transportation.\nCandidate: Mm-hmm.\nExaminer: There's a few questions. Um, do people use- usually use public transportation in your country?\nCandidate: A lot. Because, um, I would say Korea has a great infrastructure, especially public transportation system. So, a lot of people commute by especially subway. So, if, um, I- whenever I go to work, I also use subway, so there's like a lot of people, so we- so I am kind of stuck in the subway every morning, so that's a bad part, but yes, um, people use a lot of transportation systems.\nExaminer: Uh, and what kind of public transport do people in your country use the most?\nCandidate: The most? Um, just like I said right before, yes, subway, because we have over 20 lines, so it's really easy, it's really convenient to transfer, like, line to line, so I think, like, many people take subway.\nExaminer: Um, and this- this sort of all leads naturally, um, but what do you want to change about the public transport?\nCandidate: What I want to change? Well... Um, I've never thought about this question, but I would say, um, I hope there are more subways, because in Seoul, there- there are a lot of people using subways, so, um, always people are stuck in that subway. So many people are, like, trying to get into the subway, so it feels kind of- kind of, like, suffocating for me whenever I take the subway, so I think I would I hope that would change.\nExaminer: Good. Um, and will you ride public transportation in the future?\nCandidate: Um, yeah, probably, because car is expensive, because I have to, if I, um, lease a car, then I would have to pay at least, um, like, $500 a month, and that's pretty a lot for me, because I'm still a student, so, um, even if I get a job, um, in the future, I would still take, um, public transportation.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Uh, so that's the end of part one.\nCandidate: Mm-hmm.\nExaminer: Good job so far. And for part two, uh, we have a question for you.\nCandidate: Mm-hmm.\nExaminer: And you'll have a minute to prepare. Um, you can use this paper to take notes, and a pencil...\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: ...to write. And in a minute, we can get started.\nCandidate: May I start?\nExaminer: Uh, yeah, you can take notes, yeah. Thank you. Okay. That is a minute. And if you're ready, you can take, uh, up to two minutes to talk about this topic.\nCandidate: Yeah, sure. Um, the things that I enjoy doing with a group of people is about work. Um, I am now also working as a translating manager for the foreign models at the model agency. So, uh, shooting is a group work. Teamwork is very important. Photographer, like, makeup artist and model, those should make teamwork to, um, perform well. So, as- as a translating manager, I always try to, um, assist models so that they can, um, Um, they can perform their best. So, I always, like, give them water, and I always, like, have chit chat with them. So, those group work, and I always try to ask the client what kind of poses they want for the model so that I can, um, I can deliver it, um, to the model. So, those kind of group works is very enjoyable, because I- I consider myself as a friendly person, and working with bunch of people really excites me, and it's very enjoyable. So, yeah, I think this is the thing that I enjoy with people.\nExaminer: Okay, good.\nCandidate: Oh. Should I talk more?\nExaminer: You don't have to. You don't have to. Uh, It was a little short, you're at a minute and twenty-one seconds, but it's okay, don't worry, don't worry. Um, we can move on now to part three. Sure. Um, so, the first question, what kind of jobs need people to work in a team?\nCandidate: Um, I'm sorry, could you repeat the question?\nExaminer: Yeah, what kind of jobs need people to work in a team?\nCandidate: Well, probably most of the jobs need teamwork, but I guess my job, um, interpreter, also needs to work as a team, because whenever I go to work, um, I work with buyers, and also, um, I perform in front of the audiences, so... In all those, um, process of preparations, we need to, like, communicate with clients, and we need to, like, I always have to ask what they want from me. So I think all those, um, all those, like, process of communications and those stuffs, I think it's... we work as a team, right?\nExaminer: Yeah.\nCandidate: So, yeah, my job interpreter.\nExaminer: Good. Uh, what kind of, um, what can parents do with their children to make them happy?\nCandidate: Well, um, I think parents themselves make children happy because, um, for the children, parents are their life itself. So, I would say, um, having, um, time as much as they can should- will make children happy because, um, spending time with parents, um, broaden their world. I'm hearing stories from parents, and, um, yeah, that all those time would be worthy for the children, and it will make them happy.\nExaminer: And how can children improve their social skills?\nCandidate: Social skills. Well... Um, I think being engaged in extracurriculars in schools would be one of the ways that they can be socialized, because, um, being part of the group and being engaged in the, um, social, um, social, um, being engaged in those activities would- would make- would enhance their communication skills, because they would have to, like, keep talking to others, and, yeah, so... Um, I heard- I know that schools provide a lot of, um, extracurriculars, so be engaged, um, in those activities would help them.\nExaminer: Very good. And a final question. What are the benefits of boys and girls playing together?\nCandidate: Well, um, that's a tricky question, but, um, Um, may I please have a second to think about those questions?\nExaminer: Yeah, take a minute.\nCandidate: Yeah, thank you. Um, well, I think that there are some stigmas for the gender. So, if children, if, like, girls play with only girls and boys play with only boys, then their world is limited. But if they play together, if they hang out together, then they will get to understand of each other, like, how- how the others think and how that- how they're different. So, I think that would be the biggest benefit.\nExaminer: Okay, good, good. You made it to the end.\nCandidate: Oh, thank you.\nExaminer: Well done, very nice, very nice.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Um...",
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  "serial": 173,
  "title": "173 - IELTS Speaking Band 6.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: So could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My full name is Jiminna.\nExaminer: Jiminna.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Could you spell that for me, please?\nCandidate: J-I-M-I-N-N-A.\nExaminer: Okay. Jiminna, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm not either of them right now, but I'm going to be a student soon, so I'm preparing for the university.\nExaminer: Okay. And what are you going to study?\nCandidate: Um, my major is interaction design.\nExaminer: And why did you choose this major?\nCandidate: I was not actually quite interested in this major, but I thought it would be a good major because the world is getting more advanced these days, and interaction design is related to things like Siri and those stuff, so I think it would be an important factor.\nExaminer: And what do you like to do when you have some free time?\nCandidate: I like to dance, and that's one of my hobbies I enjoy.\nExaminer: And could you describe your hometown for me?\nCandidate: My hometown is a city called Gumi, and it's next to a more bigger city named Daegu. And I lived there until three years old, so I don't really remember a lot of things.\nExaminer: Okay. Uh, now we're gonna talk about music. So, what kinds of music do you like?\nCandidate: I like musics, um, mostly all kinds of musics, and especially pop songs, and I also enjoy listening to K-pop musics.\nExaminer: And what kinds of music do you dislike, and why?\nCandidate: I don't dislike a particular type of music, but I don't enjoy listening to jazz because, um, I don't think the rhythm and sounds go well with me.\nExaminer: And do you like the same kinds of music as your friends?\nCandidate: Um, it depends on what friends they are, like, some of my friends only like listening to K-pop music, but others enjoy listening to pop songs, so it depends on what friends they are.\nExaminer: Okay, and what is the most popular type of music in your country?\nCandidate: I think, definitely, K-pop is the most popular thing in our country, because it is worldwide known, also, and there's a lot of K-pop stars in our country.\nExaminer: Okay, and now we're going to talk about small businesses. So, do you know many small businesses where you live?\nCandidate: I don't think so, yes.\nExaminer: Mostly large companies, where you live?\nCandidate: Um, there's not a lot of large companies, there's just a lot of academies, and lots of people in our town come to Seoul to go to the company.\nExaminer: Okay, alright. Um, do you prefer buying things in big companies or small businesses?\nCandidate: I prefer buying things in big companies, because I think it's more trustworthy, and there is a reason why everyone buys them.\nExaminer: Okay, and have you ever thought about starting your own business?\nCandidate: I wish I can start my business, um, it's a goal for my life, but I'm too young for it right now.\nExaminer: Okay, that will do us for part one, we'll move on to part two now. I'll give you the question here. Here is your question. So yeah, I'll give you one minute to do some note-taking, alright? So yeah, you can start now. So yeah, your part two question today, could you describe your favorite place in your house where you can relax?\nCandidate: I relax mostly in my beanbag, and it is located in my room. And I feel very comfortable in it, because there's all these small beans inside the bean bag, and it's very soft, so when you just lie down in the bean bag, you feel very, uh, Relaxable. And I enjoy hearing to music, hearing music, and watching YouTubes in my beanbag. Because since it's a place where I get to relax, I do stuff, a lot of stuff in my- with my phone. And I feel relaxed here because The cushion is very soft, and, uh, like, lying down in my bed or sitting in a chair really hurts my back, but the beanbag makes me feel it doesn't really hurt, and it's just suitable for my body, I guess.\nExaminer: That's about a minute and a half now. Okay. So do you sit on your beanbag every day?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Yeah, how long do you think you sit on your beanbag each day?\nCandidate: Um, it depends on what schedule I have on that day, but when it's a day that I have nothing, I just stay there all the time.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. Now we'll move on to the third part of the test, alright, so we'll keep going. Alright, so for our first question, uh, why is it difficult for some people to relax?\nCandidate: Hmm, people like influencers and popular people, um, sometimes have too much thing to think about, like, I think it's the problem with their, um, work and stuff. They just don't have time to relax.\nExaminer: And how can people try to relax their mind if they're feeling stressed about work?\nCandidate: Um, some people goes travel- goes to travel, And others just get along with their friends. For example, I enjoy traveling when I get stressed all the time. And by meeting other people makes me feel more better.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, and what are the benefits of doing exercise for people?\nCandidate: Exercise. First of all, it is beneficial because you'll get more healthier, and, um, I heard that by exercising, your feeling gets more positive, and it's one of the ways that depressed people, like, try to\nExaminer: Do you think people in your country usually exercise after work?\nCandidate: Um, I don't think that they have a lot of time to exercise after work, because a lot of Koreans, uh, finish their work very late, and I feel like they will be more, like, a lot, uh, I'm tired to work out.\nExaminer: Is there anything governments or companies can do to make people exercise more?\nCandidate: Um, I believe that if governments make a law that makes all the company, um, end up early, then in that way, people will have more free time afterwards.\nExaminer: Alright. And when people are at home, in what room do they usually spend most of their time?\nCandidate: I guess it's their bedroom, because there's their bed in it, and people just like to lie down in their bed, since that's the most comfortable thing.\nExaminer: Do you think people spend more time at home these days compared to the past?\nCandidate: Uh, I think so? Because, uh, they get really tired of these relationships they make outside. Um, a lot of- a lot of my friends do, so they want to stay at their home a lot.\nExaminer: And which do you think is more important, mental relaxation or physical relaxation?\nCandidate: I think it's mental relaxation, because physical relaxation is also an important thing, but The first thing we need to care about is mental health, since our brain does everything to work ourselves.\nExaminer: Alright, that will do us for the test.",
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  "serial": 174,
  "title": "174 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, we can get started now. To begin, can you tell me your full name?\nCandidate: My name is Nina, and my last name is Wira Hadiraksa.\nExaminer: Can you spell your last name for me?\nCandidate: Yes, W-I-R-A-H-A-D-I-R-A-K-S-A.\nExaminer: Alright, how's it going? And are you working or studying right now?\nCandidate: I'm currently studying, but I am in an off-book period.\nExaminer: Okay. What do you study?\nCandidate: I'm studying nursing.\nExaminer: And what is an off-book period?\nCandidate: It's like, breaking, like taking a break from school.\nExaminer: And do you enjoy your studies?\nCandidate: So far, yes, it's pretty demanding, but I'm enjoying it at the moment.\nExaminer: And what do you enjoy doing in your free time?\nCandidate: I enjoy listening to music, um, watching some random videos, um, chill out and go for a walk, and sometimes I like to just read a book and chat with my friends on the phone.\nExaminer: And what is your hometown?\nCandidate: Um, I mean, I have two hometowns, like, one is in Switzerland, which is called, um, Schindelägi, and the other one is, uh, Gunpo. It's like a city, but kind of a town, yeah.\nExaminer: Where is Gunpo?\nCandidate: It's in Gyeonggi-do.\nExaminer: In Gyeonggi-do. Okay, you can pick either one.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: And what are some things that you like about one of your hometowns?\nCandidate: Um, I would actually pick Schindelagy because, um, I actually recently lived there because I immigrated to Switzerland in 2016. Um, and what I like about there is the nature. It's very wide and really, um, really big and it's got a lot of, a lot of, like, people and just, um, Not so many supermarkets, so then we have to, like, drive a lot to the city parts to, uh, do grocery shopping, but, like, just the nature, I guess.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Um, sort of following on that, what are some things that you don't like about it?\nCandidate: Yeah, the grocery shopping part, and, mmm... I mean, I said the good thing about my town was nature, but it's also, the other hand, like, it's also not the good part, because there's not so many things to do, so I would have to travel to the city side to do something with my friends, because there are only, like, houses and, like, train stations nearby my house.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, we'll talk about shopping. So to begin, do you like shopping?\nCandidate: I do. I do.\nExaminer: Why?\nCandidate: Um, it keeps me off from negative thoughts sometimes, and just, um, irrelative thoughts regarding schools or just try to, um, chill me out sometimes.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And do you compare prices when you shop?\nCandidate: Sometimes I do, sometimes I don't, depending on the items.\nExaminer: Okay. Can you tell me more?\nCandidate: Um, yes. For example, if it's related to me, I don't really consider the price. Like, if it's, for example, items like clothes or something like a book or something related to, um, skincare, then I wouldn't really, like, care about the cost so much because it's related to me and taking care of myself and my body. So, cost doesn't really matter.\nExaminer: Okay. And is it difficult for you to make choices when you shop?\nCandidate: Um, yes, and that also depends, um, when it comes to me, it doesn't take so long for me to pick out items, but if it's for someone else, like picking out presents, for example, my family or my relatives or, um, just anyone other than me, then it would take a long time compared to me.\nExaminer: Why does it take longer?\nCandidate: Because it's someone else than me, like, I don't know what they like. I don't know- I don't know their preferences, so that's why.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And do you think expensive products are always better than cheaper products?\nCandidate: I think in some ways it does show that Yeah, you do have some extra vagancy kind of, yeah, attached to it in the item, and yeah, it can show a bit of a more, I don't know, in some sense, that you care a lot more about this person in a way of a gratitude weight, but not always, because I do think that the meaning and what this- what that item means to someone is what matters.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Good. Uh, so that's the end of part one. Now we can move on to part two. So, uh, for part two you're gonna have one question, and you'll have a minute to prepare, make some notes, and then up to two minutes to give your answer. So here is your question, and here is a pen so you can take some notes. I'll set a timer, but you can go ahead and take some notes. Okay, so that is a minute, and when you're ready, you can describe a time when you changed your opinion.\nCandidate: So, about a year ago in summer in Switzerland, I went to an ice cream shop with my friend, like a gelato shop in the city center, and I usually go for a cheesecake flavor, but there was a new flavor called mint chocolate, and I I'm not, like, an anti-mint chocolate person, like, flavor person, but, um, I was kind of, like, thinking maybe I should go for it, and my friend was like, yeah, you know, you should go for it, and then it was actually my family's controversial kind of a conversation, always, like, mint chocolate or not, like, the flavor kind of a Debate. Because my mom likes it, and my sister doesn't, and my dad doesn't know about the flavor. And I was thinking for quite a long time, actually. Not- not for, like, a 15-minute thing, but, like, maybe five minutes. And, um, although my original opinion was cheesecake, I... I actually did go for the mint chocolate because I was curious. Um, being inquisitive about the new flavor kind of, yeah, it was intriguing to, you know, try out a new flavor and discover what it actually means to, um, try out that flavor itself and, And I did, and it tasted very different from what I thought. I thought it would taste something like a chewing gum that I actually- I used to, like, chew on, like a mint flavor, spare mint, but actually tastes really nice and sweet, and I felt surprised. It's pretty odd, actually, and, yeah, I was- I was very- I wasn't really, like, very excited about it, but it was more that I was very awed about it.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Yeah, that's two minutes there. Nicely done, and now we can move on to part three. So, the first question, do children like to change their opinions?\nCandidate: I think they do... I've worked with children, um, for some months, because I had an internship at a daycare school, and I think their preferences change a lot depending on the situation and, Um, I think situation is definitely it because, like, for example, they see that their friend has something and it looks like theirs are more nice and theirs look bigger and fancier and they suddenly want that one than the ones they have and they change their opinion and sometimes it's like that and, like, they used to have This preference on this kind of a cookie and then later on they discover this taste and then they change their preferences and kind of an opinion on other food and tastes.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And more generally, when do people change opinions?\nCandidate: I think it's a situational thing, although one can have Their own opinion, depending on what the group has, like, the opinion the group has, I think one can change. For example, if, yeah, like, the group has, like, definite, like, sole opinion on this, and the other one has another opinion, then I don't think, like, that person can advocate their opinion on their own.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Who do young people turn to for advice?\nCandidate: The person who they feel emotionally close to, I guess that's number one, but... Maybe depending on- depending on their level of dependency, their friends, or other adults that can be close, um, but, yeah, their parents are emotionally dependent people.\nExaminer: And do people like giving opinions about politics?\nCandidate: Oh, not so, not so into politics, but, um, uh, from what I've seen, I think so. Um, and it's, I guess, politics, it's a very big topic, and it's a topic that has to do with many different branches and many different, stories, storylines and headlines that are connected to each other, that it's connected to culture and media and so many things that it can trigger someone, it can just be a controversy, it can It can be a debate, it can be anything that- it can go on and on and on. It can be a- it can be a conversation on a bus, it can be a conversation in a cafeteria. I- I've seen a lot at school, but I've never been in one, but I- I think- I think people really like to give opinions, especially my schoolmates.\nExaminer: Okay, sure, yeah, sure. Alright, um... That's the end.",
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  "serial": 175,
  "title": "175 - IELTS Speaking Band 5.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's begin.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Okay. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My full name is Seung-hun Lee. My first name is Seung-hun, my last name is Lee, yes.\nExaminer: Great. And are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm a student now. I'm- my main major is architecture. I attend in Kyunghee University, which is nearby Seoul. Yes.\nExaminer: And do you like your major?\nCandidate: Yes, of course, because when I was high school student, I always want to learn about the design of architecture, so I'm, um, full, um, um, my... my lesson is so good and so helpful for me, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. And what do you like to do in your free time?\nCandidate: Um, I usually do in my free time, I hanging out with my friends, um, just we go and soar and we see exhibition and more than art center or, um, like such as... Uh, photographs or modern art of famous artists, and we go to coffee or restaurant talk, a small talk, and I- I love this time.\nExaminer: Okay, now we're going to talk about boring things. So, what kind of things are boring to you?\nCandidate: Um, um, um... I'm... I feel boring when I do transports, when I move transportation trans- because, um, I- I have spent a long time in bus or, uh, subway, because my hometown is so far, so I- I usually do the time, listen music for use my headphone. I have the time, killing time, the- at the moment.\nExaminer: Mm. And when you were young, what was the most boring thing for you to do?\nCandidate: Oh, well, let me think. Um, now I interest in study, but when I was young, I feel bored about the study, such as solve mathematic problems, and- and- and understand the- the other subject, so... I- I usually go to academy, um, accepting my school life, so it is boring for my- boring for me, yes.\nExaminer: Okay. Now we're gonna talk about books. So, do you often read books?\nCandidate: Yes, I love book. Um, I usually read, uh, Harry Potter novels, because it is so, um, Stimulate my creativity and also security, um, so also the movie is make of the, uh, the- the book is make of the movie, so it is interesting compared to the book. Yes.\nExaminer: And are your reading habits now different from before?\nCandidate: Hmm, I- I- I- I don't miss the popular mint, just...\nExaminer: Ah, I mean, um, your- your reading habits, your reading habits, like the- the- maybe the time you read, or how often you read, is it different when compared to before?\nCandidate: Um, yes, now, I usually read the Bible, because I want to note about my notes, the Bible verses, because I want to remember the detail of what I did, what I read almost every day for half an hour, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: That will do us for part one, we'll move on to part two now.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: I've got a question for you. There is your question.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Okay, and there is a pencil for you.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Alright, so I'll give you one minute to do some note-taking, alright?\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Alright, so that's one minute now, okay?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Alright, so your part two question today, could you describe a person who likes to dress fashionably?\nCandidate: Yes, in my country, uh, many young people like the fashion because they want to express themselves for the fashion. And, um, one of them, the famous people, the most fashionable, I think, um, one of them, I think, um, she is the... Blackpink, uh, Jennie, I think she is so fashionable people because, um, she is always, always try to act some new thing and try to new fashion styles. Um, she is a singer and also she management her stage and She also the promotes model of the Chanel, so she is so, um, important in this fashion industry and also beyond the Korea. And, um, um, also, uh, she is why this, Um, fashion, she is why I love this fashion clothes, because Forrest, uh, she always want to try, um, fashion, new fashion, um, except this, also the scene, and she accept a new lifestyle. I think the fashion is, um, Um, fashion is reflect the most trend, so she love the chasing the trends. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. All right. That's two minutes now. Thank you very much.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Okay. Okay. I will move on to the third part of the test.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: We'll keep going.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: So, do you think online shopping will replace in-store shopping in the future?\nCandidate: Well, I think, uh, in online shopping is more useful because people whenever and wherever using shopping apps, they can- they can accept the- their new product. But, um, the main problem is they can't fit them and not experience about the subject, so they have problem about the exchange or... the- the phone about the project. But- but I think it is not- not replaced The- the online store, yes.\nExaminer: And why do some people dislike shopping in shopping malls?\nCandidate: Well, let me think, um, um... Um, I think, uh, they have the- the staff so pushing their- their- their customer, uh, because they want to- they want to buy more something, their product, so, uh, customer feel\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And why do you think fashion is very important to some people?\nCandidate: Well, I think, um, um, and many young people express themselves from this mean, as, um, or so, um, for example, um, I- I feel bored about my life. I usually try to accept new thing about my fashion style. So, by doing so, I feel, um, Fresh, and it is helpful for people, yes.\nExaminer: And how about the opposite? Why are some people not interested in fashion?\nCandidate: Hmm, well, uh, generally speaking, um, some people are more interested in their real life, about their school life, or their... Um, scholarship, so, they don't want too much spend time there, outlook, so, it is not important to them, yeah.\nExaminer: Hmm. And when it comes to the age of people, do you think there is a difference in, uh, fashion between older people and younger people?\nCandidate: Mmm, yes. Mmm, older people is vulnerable of using, um, phone or computer, so they're not chasing the trend of fashion, so, Um, because, uh, now the new trend is more garship in online, um, I- but I think the older people also have their fashion style when they have confidence and they more, Belief of themselves. Yes.\nExaminer: Okay. All right. That will do us for the test. Thank you very much.\nCandidate: Thank you.",
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  "serial": 176,
  "title": "176 - IELTS Speaking Band 6.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, let's begin. Uh, first, let's talk about your hometown. So, could you describe your hometown for me?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, I'm from China, and my hometown is, say, like, the middle city of China, and it close to a big river, the biggest river, and a yellow river, and also, our hometown is like a basin, and, uh, it has a clearly, like, four seasons, it's really good to live.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And is there anything you dislike about your hometown?\nCandidate: To be honest, as young people, like, we would like to have more fun in our hometown, but everything, like, in there is really for, like, good for old people. We don't have, like, a fancy park here, like, there, and also, like, a restaurant or, like, a museum or some of the other facilities, yeah.\nExaminer: And what do you like to do when you have some free time?\nCandidate: Uh, mostly, I just, uh, watch YouTubes or some of the others. For example, if I watch, like, English, um, TV drama or some of the others, I could learn something new, like English or Korean.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. Uh, now we're gonna talk about singing. So, do you like singing?\nCandidate: Not really. I think my singing is kind- is kind of worse, actually. So, if I don't like someone, or I like to show what is the shortage of myself, and I would like to sing to someone.\nExaminer: Yeah. Okay. And have you ever learned how to sing?\nCandidate: I don't think so, but I learned how to play piano, but I think I'm really not good at it. So, the others could learn a song in a really short time, like in the beginning, um, but for me it's really hard.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think singing can bring happiness to people?\nCandidate: I don't think so. Music could help you relax, and also when you sing a song, could help you release the stress.\nExaminer: Okay. And is singing popular in your country?\nCandidate: Ah, well, it's hard to say. So for some people, like, who- who likes to sing, I think it's a really good way, but for me, it's really hard, so I couldn't represent all of them. I think just a kind of, yeah.\nExaminer: Hmm. Okay. And now we're gonna talk about puzzles. So, did you do puzzles in your childhood?\nCandidate: Yes, I did it. Um, my dad used to, like, he bought me a lot of, uh, uh, gifts or toys that's good for my brain, like, it's kind of, you get touched with some of the other toys, and a puzzle was one of it, and also chess, or, like, uh, I think, uh, it's not a puzzle, but kind of, you could make it together, and you got a very new toy.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. And do you like doing word puzzles or number puzzles? And which one is more difficult for you?\nCandidate: Uh, I don't know, is that a, like, it belongs to the, uh, word or number, but it will have something like your family picture, and you made it like a puzzle, and you could get a clue, and a, like, based on the appearance of your family member, so, my dad bought me this kind of. So, maybe they do have some words on it, but not that much.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. And, do you think it is good for old people to do puzzles?\nCandidate: I think so. Uh, so it's good for your memory, and also the other part of your brain, like my grandpa, and he often played chess and puzzle, and also like a pork, yeah, poker, yeah.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. Alright, that will do for part one. Now we can move on to part two. Alright, so let me give you your question. Okay, so there is your question, I'll give you a pencil there as well, thank you. So I'll give you one minute to take some notes, okay? You can begin. Alright, Hanna, that's one minute now. Okay, so, question is today, could you describe a popular place for sports that you have been to?\nCandidate: Yes, and I think two years ago, I was quite overweight, and I assigned myself for a gym, so I just followed the class that, uh, at a gym, for example, the dancing or gymnastics, or some of the others, and I often do the running, um, and also, I have, uh, like, sometimes I will pair up with my friends, And, uh, do, like, some of the other, uh, exercise, um, but not really heavy. And, uh, uh, also, uh, I will, like, try to follow, like, the video from YouTube, or, like, in China we have an app called Redbook, and they have some fancy dance, and I could do it by myself, so that's really helpful. And, uh, sometimes they do have, like, their free classes, and you could follow the, like, it's kind of like a coach, but not a, like, only have a plan for yourself, and we just do it together. Um, and, uh, mostly, I think, uh, like, the gym staff didn't help me that much about lose weight, so I have to manage the diet, and also match with, uh, like, the plan- like- like the exercise plan I saw from, uh, the video. So... After, like, for one month training, I think, I barely changed about the way and also how do I look. So I decide to buy some, like, training classes. And, uh, after that, it's really work, uh, it's work on me, and, uh, I lost, like, ten pounds. But every time when, like, when I get there, I feel really exhausted, and I hope I could finish that as soon as I can.\nExaminer: Okay, that's two minutes now. Thank you very much. So did you enjoy exercise when you were a child?\nCandidate: No.\nExaminer: No?\nCandidate: Yeah, so, I prefer something like, yeah, I could read a book, and, uh, or, like, uh, I could watch TV or something others. Mmm, exercise is kind of too much for me.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. Alright, let's move on to part three now.\nCandidate: Mm-hmm. Okay.\nExaminer: So, do young people in your country like to play sports?\nCandidate: No, I think they like to do sports, so for example, they would like to ride a squi- like scooters, and also, Chinese kung fu or taekwondo is kind of popular in our hometown, yeah.\nExaminer: Why do you think so? Why do you think it's popular?\nCandidate: Uh, because, like, I could say the public, like, performance, they do it on the, like, a square, and also their grandpa would like to do, like, a square dance, which is really famous in China, so we- I could say both, yeah. So that's why I think it's kind of popular.\nExaminer: And for children, what are the benefits of playing sports?\nCandidate: Um, it makes their body stronger, and also I think sports or exercise could help them focus on study, and also more concentrate.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. And how can sports help students concentrate on study?\nCandidate: Uh, for example, like, my younger brother used to learn Taekwondo, and I think he has a stronger body than me, and also, um, if, like, you do more exercise when- when you get a hard time, it could help you practice your willpower, and then, uh, even when you do something you feel really hard, but you will, like, keep doing on it, yeah.\nExaminer: Mm, okay. And why do some people prefer to watch sports on TV rather than going to the stadium?\nCandidate: Um, watch TV, uh, I think is kind of like a culture. And when I was young, I don't get a lot of, like, uh, um, the suggestion or guidance for me to, like, to do more exercise, to go out or have fun with your friends. But for the rest of the country, like, uh, the- like, parents will, like, take their kids to do skiing or skating or something others. And I think it is one of the reason. And, uh, when they getting older, and, uh, they would like to have a try, and even they, like, really interested in some sports, and then just watch it, and, uh, because they don't know how to do it, so that's why they don't go to the studio.\nExaminer: Yeah. Okay, okay. Um, and do you think it's necessary for governments to build more public sports facilities?\nCandidate: I don't think so. There is a new, like, sports facility in my hometown, and which could support for swimming, and also badminton, ping pong, some of the other, like, popular sports in China, and a lot of people sign for the class in that facility, and also some of the others will, like, invite friends to make a team play badminton there, yeah.\nExaminer: Yes, yes, indeed. Um, and in terms of individual sports, what do you think are the biggest advantages of playing individual sports?\nCandidate: Um... Ind- if that is individual for, like, the team, um, work, so, uh, I could give you a example, like soccer. They don't know how to work with each other, and they have to make their only, like, own strategy to win the game. So, compare with the, The, like, individual game, like, the team, or some of the others, and, uh, pair up together, and, uh, it's, uh, like, kind of, uh, practice your, uh, teamwork, uh, ability, or some of the other, like, communication.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Mm-hmm. Okay. And, our last question today. Do you think athletes get paid too much money?\nCandidate: Uh, I think so, but, uh, it's really worth it. They work for, like, they work as, uh, athletes and also, like, uh, and celeb- a celebrity, so they work for different fields, so I think the pay, that's worth, yeah.\nExaminer: Alright, that'll do us. Thank you.\nCandidate: Thank you.",
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  "serial": 177,
  "title": "177 - IELTS Speaking Band 5.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, my name is Mahir.\nExaminer: Mahir. Yeah. And, first question, what's the name of your hometown?\nCandidate: Uh, the name of my hometown is Baku. Uh, it's the capital city of Azerbaijan.\nExaminer: Hmm.\nCandidate: Yeah, I was born in Baku. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. And, do you like your hometown?\nCandidate: Uh, sure thing, yeah, I love my hometown, uh, because I have there, like, my friends and my family live, uh, in Baku, yeah, and so, yeah.\nExaminer: Hmm. Is there anything about your hometown that you dislike?\nCandidate: Uh, maybe the, uh, Baku is, like, windy, uh, when, like, it's winter in my country, in Baku, so, even if, like, two- in winter, even if it's, like, two or three degrees, because of the wind, it seems that it's more than minus seven or something, yeah, and, yeah, and I- I guess I dislike that.\nExaminer: Hmm. And what do you do when you have some free time?\nCandidate: Uh, I have a lot of pastimes, yeah, and I, uh, the- the thing that I- I'm into, it's like holding a camera, because I love filming and editing videos, and, uh, And I actually, uh, as I said, I have a lot of pastimes and maybe the other one is, uh, swimming, uh, and, and I love doing, I love, uh, to work out as well. So, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Now we're going to talk about, um, evening and morning. So do you like the morning or the evening?\nCandidate: Uh, I would say, uh, morning, because since I have, like, morning classes, I have to wake up in the morning, Uh, and, and I wish I went to the gym in the morning, but, uh, since I don't have such opportunity, so I go, like, usually in the evening, but, uh, but the morning, I'm, like, a morning person, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, and what do you usually do in the evening time?\nCandidate: I regularly go to the gym, uh, after the classes, and, yeah, and if I had- if I have time, so I can watch YouTube videos, uh, especially like IELTS or, uh, Yeah, IELTS videos or, like, the stuff that related to English, yeah, in order to, like, uh, enhance my English- English, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: English language.\nExaminer: Great. And what did you do in the evening when you were younger?\nCandidate: Oh... Um, to be honest, uh, it's- I don't remember, like, vividly what I did when I was younger, but I think that, uh, maybe I would play football or I would go to the swimming as well, so, yeah, and, yes, I...\nExaminer: Alright? I'll give you a couple more questions about technology. So, what kind of techno- technological devices do you use more often, computers or smartphones?\nCandidate: Uh, I would say smartphones. Uh, since, like, currently, as, uh, I'm living in Korea, so, in order to, like, to reach from some place to other place, I use, uh, my cell phone, like, very frequently. Yeah, to, yeah, as I said, to reach to the place. Uh, yeah.\nExaminer: And is there any, uh, technology that you would like to buy?\nCandidate: Uh, maybe a new cell phone, yeah, because the one that I have is, like, getting older, so I have- I wanted to, like, update my phone, yeah, the cell phone, maybe, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. That's part one, so now let's move on to part two, your questions. So there's your question, and there's a pen for you. Alright, so I'll give you, uh, one minute to make some notes, alright? So you can begin. Alright mate, that's one minute now. Alright, so your part two question is, describe a friend from your childhood.\nCandidate: Uh, I would say it's my, uh, classmate. Uh, and his name is Abdul. So, uh, we, uh, and back then, like, in my school years, uh, we would, like, uh, Play, like, PC games and, like, computer games, I mean. Uh, and as- as I remember, like, back then we had a PlayStation 1 or 2, if I'm not mistaken. So, we tended, like, to play, like, very frequently. And, uh, he, like, always called me down, like, uh, just come over and we can play and- and sometimes we did, like, uh, maybe our assignments, like, homeworks. Uh, uh, yeah, and what did we, um... And, uh, he's like, he's a really funny person, uh, and so far, like, maybe it's like, uh, more than maybe 15 years, like, I haven't known him, so, uh, since he's my classmate, so we still have a, like, uh, we get in touch, like, so far, um, and, uh, Uh, yeah, and he's not my only friend, actually, and we, uh, I and, uh, my friend of mine, we, like, tend to...\nExaminer: Okay. Okay. So that's two minutes, mate. Alright. Okay, so on the real test, they stop you at exactly two minutes.\nCandidate: Yep.\nExaminer: Okay. Okay, good. And do you still like hanging out with this friend these days?\nCandidate: Yeah, uh, actually, uh, like, we had, like, yesterday we had, like, some misunderstandings, uh, like, via WhatsApp when we were talking. So, but, yeah, I guess sometimes, like, it's normal to happen, like, yeah.\nExaminer: Of course.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: All right. Nice one. We'll go on to part three now. We'll keep it going, all right?\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: So, um... Is it important to keep in touch with childhood friends?\nCandidate: Uh, yeah, of course, I think yes, because if you are getting well with that person, so, so it's important to have communication, like, but if you don't, so just let it go, yeah, and, uh, Yeah.\nExaminer: Hmm. And why do you think some people lose touch with their childhood friends?\nCandidate: Maybe don't- they don't have, like, uh, the commonplace, uh, like, mutual, like, something, and that's why they just let it go and don't, like, lose their contact and...\nExaminer: Yes. Do you think it's important to have something in common when it comes to friendship?\nCandidate: Uh, sure thing, yeah, because, uh, if you don't have, like, something in common, so, uh, it's hard to, um, get the core, like, to get the, like, main point, so that, uh, you'll get in touch and, uh, And, yeah, and, uh, for example, whenever you go, you- you want to go with him or with her, uh, if you have a good, like, relationship. So, but if you don't, so, just, you shouldn't.\nExaminer: Actually, yes. And what influence does social media have on friendship?\nCandidate: Could you please repeat the question?\nExaminer: Yeah, sure, sure. Um, what influence or what impact does social media have on friendship?\nCandidate: Uh, uh, the social media impacts, okay. Um, let me think because, like, uh, it's a bit tough question. Um, I think, Um, so s- s- social media affects, like, in terms of maybe, uh, In terms of maybe, um, yeah, it's really tough question, I stucked a little bit, uh...\nExaminer: Do you think social media can help people maintain a friendship?\nCandidate: Uh, I wouldn't say that it helps to maintain the relationship, but... Uh, because you have to be your, like, uh, you have to have your own kind of perception so that you will be able to, uh, maintain your relationship. So maybe for some people it- it's like, uh, it plays, like, a role, but in my point of view, it doesn't. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Yeah. And why do many, uh, especially young people like using social media these days?\nCandidate: Uh, I would say to make more revenue, because, um, since, like, nowadays people, they are, they tend to, um, Like, day by day, as years go by, the- the number of, uh, influencers or bloggers increasing, and, uh, and people, like, uh, easily, like, uh, Can, like, if they follow, like, their, the bloggers, right? So, it can make a sense, like, they, uh, can involve theirs and, uh, and they can, like, buy the stuff that they really influenced. Uh... So, yeah.\nExaminer: Hmm. Yep, absolutely. And do you think it's important for parents to monitor their children's electronic devices?\nCandidate: Uh... Yeah, of course, since, yeah, because children, in my point of view, the children, like, yeah, they- they can use, like, uh, cell phone, but maybe the, like, simple one, not the, like, uh, the smartphone, for example, just the simple stuff. Uh, because, uh, like, if I was a parent, so I, like, wouldn't let my children to, like, play on smartphones. Because it really, like, impacts, like, their perception. And maybe it lead to the- some kind of disorders or issues. Yeah, that's why I don't think that it's, like, a good idea.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Perfect. We'll, uh, finish up there. Alright, thank you.\nCandidate: You're welcome. Thank you.\nExaminer: Alright.",
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  "serial": 178,
  "title": "178 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello.\nCandidate: Hi. How are you?\nExaminer: I'm good. Okay, we'll get started. Um, to start, can you tell me your full name?\nCandidate: My name is Hana Jung, without an H at the end.\nExaminer: Can you spell it for me?\nCandidate: H-A-N-N-A, then J-U-N.\nExaminer: J-U-N. Nice to meet you.\nCandidate: Nice to meet you.\nExaminer: Um, so, are you working or studying right now?\nCandidate: Um, I'm working as a freelancer. I was a teacher. I, um, taught English to kindergarten students and elementary students, but now I'm a freelancer.\nExaminer: Okay. Did you like your job as a teacher?\nCandidate: Yes, I loved it. I love, um, kindergarten students. They're just so cute. I love their random behaviors. They're just everywhere.\nExaminer: Good. And what do you enjoy doing in your free time?\nCandidate: Um, I usually go for a walk. I really love walking. I- I walk for, like, three- three hours. I have a puppy, so I take him outside and just walk everywhere.\nExaminer: Cool. What kind of puppy?\nCandidate: Uh, Bichon.\nExaminer: Bichon?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Really cute.\nCandidate: Yeah. He's really cute.\nExaminer: What is his name?\nCandidate: Tui. It's like Ratatouille from the movie.\nExaminer: That's nice. Um, and I've got a few questions about your hometown.\nCandidate: Mm-hmm.\nExaminer: So, what is your hometown?\nCandidate: Um, what is my hometown? Do you mean where I live?\nExaminer: Yeah, where- where did you grow up?\nCandidate: Oh, I lived in Incheon, but I went to Canada for, like, six years, so I lived there, and then I came back, and then I went to America, and then I lived there for, like, four years, and then I came back, so, um, my hometown is Incheon, but I was everywhere.\nExaminer: Yeah, good, good, yeah, but still home.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Um, and thinking of Incheon and your hometown, um, what do you like about it?\nCandidate: Um, I love people, so I think, uh, my hometown is near, like, department stores and every- and there's a lot of people there, so I think, Being convenient to, uh, things that I can go and, um, go and shop.\nExaminer: Sure.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: And, how about, is there anything that you dislike about it?\nCandidate: Um, not much. I like my hometown. But, it's a busy city, so there's a lot of people.\nExaminer: Sure.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Sure. Um, and now we'll talk a little bit about shopping, which you've mentioned.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Um, so, do you like shopping?\nCandidate: Yes, but I need to use less money.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, good. And, when you are shopping, do you compare prices before you buy things?\nCandidate: If that product is really pretty, I just buy it. But if, like, it's over my amount, then I look at the price.\nExaminer: And is it difficult for you to make choices when you shop?\nCandidate: Yes. I can't choose. Everything looks so pretty for me. I usually ask my friends, or my mom, take a picture and then send them, and then ask them if it's pretty, and then if I can- if I can't choose. I just stay- I just stay there for a lot of time. So, yeah, I ask them, usually.\nExaminer: Yeah. Uh, one more question. Do you think expensive products are always better than cheaper ones?\nCandidate: Um... Uh, it's in the middle, I think, because expensive product, the design is similar, I think, but then what they use for the material, it is different, I think, if it's expensive. But the design is similar, so if I'm just wearing for a season and then I'm throwing it away, I just buy the cheaper one.\nExaminer: The cheaper one?\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Sure. How about for electronics or technology?\nCandidate: I would say yes, for- for technology things, yeah.\nExaminer: The expensive ones.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Very good. Okay, that's the end of part one. Um... We're gonna move on to part two now, and so you'll have one question, and you have a minute to prepare, uh, and you can make notes on this piece of paper. I can give you this pen, too.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Um, so we'll just set a timer, and in a minute, um, you can give your answer.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Alright.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Uh, so you have two minutes now.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: And you can start when you're ready. Okay.\nCandidate: Um, I have been to Edmonton in Canada. Um, I like to visit- I can look at this paper, right? I like to visit there again because, um, I first went there when I was eight years old. Um, we first traveled with my family, and then, it was really pretty. I le- went to the, um, Rocky Mountain, and I looked at the city, but then my dad asked me to live there, and then study some English, and then my grandparents lived there too, so I stayed there, and then... I went to an elementary school and then learned some English there. I came back three years later, but it's like a dream that I went there, and it's been a long time, so I really miss there. I really like to visit there again, yeah. Um... There's a amusement park called Galaxyland. It was Galaxy Park or something like that. I really want to go there again. And then there was a big, really big mall called WEM, West Edmonton Mall. I- I can, um, still think of that. There was a submarine inside the mall. And then in Korea, it's really small. The malls are, even though they say it's really big, the malls are really small. But I still look up the Google- Google map and look there. So, yeah, I really want to live there again. It's my memory. Yes, that's pretty much it. Okay.\nExaminer: That was a minute and 38 seconds, which is not bad. Um, and with that, we can move on to part three.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Um, so, what's the difference between the city and the countryside?\nCandidate: Um, in a city, traffic is really bad, I think, but, um, I'm talking about in Korea. Well, other countries are different, but in Korea, there's a lot of people in cities, so... Sometimes, I can't ride the subway, because there's too much people in there, and then... Um, sometimes they walk around and bang on you. I really don't like that, but, yeah, I think people is the most thing that they have in difference. And in countryside, I think it's nature. There's really a lot of s- free space, and then more nature than cities. More green, and trees, yes, which I like, but I like people better. Yes.\nExaminer: You're good. Um, some people say large cities are unsuitable for older people. What do you think?\nCandidate: Um, I think if they live there for a long time, it's fine, but Well, I could see that some people, not all of them, but some people are rude to old people. And then if they meet in the subway or, like, in the traffic, I don't see they are respecting the older people. So, because of that, I think that's the only reason that I think they shouldn't, like, live in the, um, city area. But other than that, if they lived there for a long time, I think it doesn't matter.\nExaminer: Yeah, good. Um, do you think it is possible that all of the population would move to cities sometime in the future?\nCandidate: Um, I think they are already moving to cities. I have a friend who live in the countryside area and then farm, and I think it's really important for them to do that, but, yeah... I think it can be possible for them to move the cities because it's not really convenient for- for them to live there, I think, I personally think, you know, because when I travel to, like, countryside, if you don't have a car, you can't move because the buses come so late and, you know, the traffic is not really good. I think that's the most important thing that I think.\nExaminer: Sure.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Uh, and one more question.\nCandidate: Hm?\nExaminer: Do you think people in the countryside are friendlier than people in the city?\nCandidate: Um... I think that one, it depends on the... People, because in city, they work a lot, right? So they're more sensitive, I think. That's why, even though they're kind people, like everyone else, they tend to be more, um, sensitive. But in countryside, most of them don't work. Well, they do work, but they just, they farm, so I think they have more, Um, free time than city people. I think that's why I think the countryside people is more, little bit more kinder. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, sure. Very nice, very nice. We can end there. Okay, really nice job.\nCandidate: Oh, thank you.",
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  "serial": 179,
  "title": "179 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, my name is Solon Park. Um, please call me Solon.\nExaminer: Okay, so... And, Solon, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm still a student. Um, I'm doing my graduates, uh, in environmental toxicology in SMU.\nExaminer: Hm. And do you like your major?\nCandidate: Um, yes, I really like my major because I've been interested in it since I was young. Um, my major is about environmental toxicology, so it's about how environmental toxicants affect our human body. Um, so I've read a lot of books about it since I was young, so I've decided to study it since I was in middle school.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And what do you like doing when you have some free time?\nCandidate: Uh, when I have free time, I like watching Netflix or doing, um, my regular workout routines, like doing jump ropes. Um, and other than that, when I have free time, I hang out with my friends or just watch YouTube.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. Uh, now we're gonna talk about chocolate. So, do you like eating chocolate?\nCandidate: Oh, yes, I love eating chocolate. Um, I like eating everything made of chocolate, like chocolate milkshakes.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. And how often do you eat chocolate?\nCandidate: Uh, I eat chocolate, um, five times a month. Um, I like chocolate, but if I eat it too often, then I might gain weight, so I try to cut down on chocolate.\nExaminer: And did you often eat chocolate when you were a child?\nCandidate: Um, actually, uh, I like eating chocolate, but my mom didn't allow me to eat chocolate too much, so I didn't eat chocolate a lot.\nExaminer: Okay. And why do you think chocolate is popular around the world?\nCandidate: Um, I think chocolate is very popular around the world because it's not that dangerous to your health compared to other sweets. And also, chocolate has a long history. I heard that it was found in the- in South America in the past. And, um, you can make various types of dishes using chocolate, like chocolate pizza or chocolate milkshake. Yeah, those like that.\nExaminer: Okay, and now we're going to talk about music. So, what kinds of music do you like?\nCandidate: Um, I actually listen to a wide- wide range of genres, um, but my favorite one is jazz, and my favorite type of music is, um, jazz music in the movie called Labyrinth.\nExaminer: Good. And are there any kinds of music that you dislike, and why?\nCandidate: Um, I usually dislike, uh, rock music, because it's too noisy, in my opinion, and the sound is a bit deafening, so I prefer quiet music.\nExaminer: Hmm. Good. And do you usually only listen to one type of music?\nCandidate: Um, actually, I listen to various types of music. I like listening to pop, um, jazz, and, uh, I don't remember other names of music, but, yeah, I like listening to various types of music, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you like the same kinds of music as your friends?\nCandidate: Um, actually, I don't like the same types of music as my friends. Of course, we have, um, like, common interests, but I listen to music of different cultures, like Spanish music, so my friends, uh, sometimes don't understand me.\nExaminer: Hmm. Alright. And what is the most popular type of music in your country?\nCandidate: Um, in my country, I think K-pop is most popular because, um, Koreans like idols a lot. They like, uh, thin and very tall idols, so they kind of, um, like, look over them, look up to them, and, yeah, that's why people like K-pop music so much.\nExaminer: Great. Now, we're gonna move on to part two of the test. So, I'm gonna give you your question. So, here is your question for today, and there is a pencil. So, I'll give you one minute to do some note-taking. Alright, so you can begin. Alright, that is one minute. Okay, so, could you describe a complaint that you made and were satisfied with the result?\nCandidate: Um, recently I made a complaint about a cloth that I ordered a few weeks ago. Um, actually I was looking for a cloth that was white and very long, like a silk dress. Uh, and when I got the cloth, because I shopped it online, um, I realized that a few seams were off, and the stitches were very irregular, and also the cloth was longer than I thought. So I was very unsatisfied, so I made a complaint to the internet shopping mall that I bought the clothes to- clothes from. And, um, there was a reply saying that they will give me a full refund. Um, so I was actually, uh, very surprised and flabbergasted because, um, usually those kind of internet shopping malls don't give me a full refund. Um, so I talked to the manager and I persuaded her to give me a full refund. And she replied that, yeah, she would give me the full refund, and, um, she will take the clothes back. So, yeah, I was actually very satisfied with the result, and I returned the clothes.\nExaminer: Yes. Hmm. Okay. Alright, so that's about a minute and ten seconds for now, okay? And do you usually buy your clothes online?\nCandidate: Um, I- yes. Actually, when my mom buy my clothes, I usually buy them offline, but when I buy my clothes, then I usually buy them online because it's much cheaper, and it's very cost-efficient, um, yes.\nExaminer: Nice. Alright, now we'll go on to the third part of the test, okay? We'll keep going. Okay, so, when are people likely to make complaints?\nCandidate: Um, I think people usually make complaints when they're not satisfied with the product they bought, or sometimes when they think something is, um, something is a bit off, they make complaints. For example, when you, um, order a food, and the food has some things dirty inside it, then they make complaints.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes. And do you think, in your country, people are likely to complain?\nCandidate: Um, yes, I've seen, um, many examples when people make complaints. Um, I've also read a lot of, like, um, internet rumors about making complaints. Um, some people make complaints when they're not satisfied, but also some- there are some, like, people, like, black consumers who make complaints, um, even though they're still satisfied with the product, they still make complaints to get money.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And in what way do you think people should make complaints?\nCandidate: Um, I think they should, um, make complaints in a courteous manner, because, um, if you offend someone, then, uh, I think it's very rude, even though you're making a complaint. Even when you're making a complaint, you should still be polite. Um, so, when you make a complaint, you should always make sure what you don't like about the certain product or certain service, and what you want. Um, so these are the two ways how to make a complaint.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes. And which way do you think is better? Which method? Talking in person or sending an email?\nCandidate: I think sending an email is better because when you talk person to person, then, uh, unintentionally, you can offend the other person. But if you talk in email, then you won't show your facial expressions. Um, so you- I think it's better to, um, send a complaint via email.\nExaminer: And why do some people dislike making complaints even when there is something wrong with a product or a service?\nCandidate: Uh, I think it's because people don't like, um, talking to someone about negative things. They don't want to show their negativity about a certain product. Um, so that's the reason why pe- some people avoid making complaints, uh, and also, uh, they don't like the bureaucracy, uh, when they're making a refund or making complaints. So, like, when you usually make a complaint, you need to go to the website and find the email address or find a way to meet face-to-face to make a complaint. So, these are the two reasons why people don't like- some people don't like making complaints.\nExaminer: Right. And which group do you think is more likely to make a complaint? Younger people or older people?\nCandidate: I think older people, um, usually make complaints because younger people, as I said, as I mentioned, uh, younger people are usually busy and they don't like making complaints because they don't want to show negativity. But older people, um, they think that, uh, when they receive a product and they're not satisfied, then, uh, they make a complaint because usually older people kind of, um, they want to, They don't want to waste their money, um, so they want to get a full refund when the product is not their taste.\nExaminer: Absolutely. And what kind of people do you think are best suited to working in a customer complaints department?\nCandidate: Um, I think, um, people who are suitable for working in a customer complaint service are people who are able to talk politely even in difficult situations, because, um, when you get a lot of complaints, it's very hard to keep your stress levels low, um, and there are some people who can manage all that, so... People who are able to manage their stress and, um, sustain, like, sustain their politeness towards others are the people who are able to work in, um, complaint service.\nExaminer: Absolutely. Okay. That will do us. Thank you very much.",
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  "serial": 180,
  "title": "180 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's begin. Okay, so could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Okay, it's Chae Won Um, and it's both C-H-A-E-W-O-N and E-U-M.\nExaminer: Okay, and first of all, could you tell me, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: Um, I'm working now as a dancer and performer since I majored dance, and I mostly work as a freelancer in South Korea, but I start my new season abroad on this January.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And do you like your job?\nCandidate: Yes, I love it. It's my favorite thing in the world.\nExaminer: Hmm. What do you like most about your job?\nCandidate: Um, to perform, travel, and get paid.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. Uh, now we're gonna talk about writing. So, do you write a lot?\nCandidate: Yes, I, um, when I was young, I tried to write my diary every day to record my practice, like, it was kind of practice notes, but these days, I- these days, I don't really write every day, but when I want to write, I think I write, yeah.\nExaminer: Hmm. And what do you like to write?\nCandidate: About my feelings, usually, and also if there are something, like, special, um, some occasions or some certain thing happened, then I write about that, but usually about my feelings.\nExaminer: And do you think the things you like to write will change in the future?\nCandidate: Um, I don't know, I think about the feelings, I'm going to write, like, maybe forever, because that is my, like, uh, the main topic of my diary, but maybe some other exceptional subjects or external subjects will be changed, of course, because I'm going to be changed.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And do you prefer writing by hand or typing on a computer?\nCandidate: Um, usually by hand, because I like the feelings of the pen and pencils, but if I don't have the note or paper, then I like to write my- with my phone, by typing.\nExaminer: Hmm, alright. Uh, now we're gonna talk about puzzles. So, did you do puzzles in your childhood?\nCandidate: Uh, maybe, but I don't really remember. I think there was a one, maybe only one puzzle in my room, and it was like a princess, like, puzzle, so all the princess characters were there, and I was just puzzling, but except that, I don't really remember other puzzles.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think it is good for older people to do puzzles?\nCandidate: Well, maybe, but, hmm, depends on people, because if the person likes to do it, uh, yes, it will be helpful, because, you know, it's going- it's going to- it makes to use your- it makes you- it makes you use your brain a lot, but if that gives, like, more stress, then I wouldn't recommend it.\nExaminer: Alright. Now we're gonna talk about singing. So, do you like singing?\nCandidate: No, not at all. I am really weak at singing. Um, actually, I like to use my body more, and, uh, about the vocal part, I have no idea, so I don't really like it.\nExaminer: And, do you think singing can bring happiness to people?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, but, like, Not for me, really. I don't really like to sing, so I just like to hear somebody singing, so... Yeah, depends on people, do that, yeah.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. Alright, that'll do us for part one. We'll go on to part two of the test now, okay? Alright. Okay, so there's your question. Here, there's a pencil for you. So you can have one minute now to make some notes, alright? Okay, that's one minute now, alright? Okay, so could you describe a photo you took that you are proud of?\nCandidate: Well, um, it was really difficult to choose, but I would say, uh, there was a local election this year, on June, and, uh, my mom is actually, she is, uh, the council person of the city, and she also, uh, participated in the election, because after that, she started her second term. So, I was, uh, help- I was, like, helping a lot for the election. I... I give up my job for a while, and I just focus on her camp, and then we took a lot, lot of photos, um, that we need for the document, and I am proud of All those photos that we took during those period, like, from May to June, and that's because, um, not only as a daughter, but also as a supporter and also as a kind of comrade, I could help my mom. And, um, that was very encouraging, not only for me, but also for my mom, and also for other people who, uh, support my mom. And, uh, I think, uh, that photos kinds of, uh, shows, um, I would say... Uh, my decision to help her, um, and that's why I am proud of, also, the result. And... because that photo contains all the time that we put a lot of effort for the election, so I would choose that. And, yes, of course, it was took in the city, Goyang City, the- it was- since it was the local election. And, uh, what's in this photo? It's me and my mom. And, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, that's two minutes now. All right, thank you very much. So we'll move on to part three now. All right. All right, so let's keep going. Hmm. So, why do some people like to record important things with photos?\nCandidate: With photos, because it brings the memory, uh, back very, I think, clearly. Like, it's, uh, much e- it's easier, much easier to, uh, remind all those moments by photos than maybe just, uh, writings or text, but I think the, The feature of the text or the photos or even the videos are so different. And, um, for some people, it's, uh, very convenient and clear, so why- that's why, maybe.\nExaminer: And why do some people dislike taking photographs?\nCandidate: Because I think, uh, that was me in the past, and I was like that because I was not very, like, confident with my appearance, and I didn't, uh, wanna be recorded, uh, in that look, so that's why.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And what can people learn from historical photographs?\nCandidate: Oh, because that photos shows, uh, very directly the feelings and the situation of the moment, um, it's something more than explaining. Uh, sometimes instincts are, like, They are strong- they are stronger than just, uh, some, uh, logics or explanation, and people can feel it directly from the photos. So that is- I think that is more powerful. That's why they use historical photos to inspire people.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. And do you think schools in your country use photos to teach their students?\nCandidate: I don't know, maybe- maybe no, because I don't really remember that, like, impressive photos in the textbook, maybe no.\nExaminer: And what do people in your country usually do with their photos?\nCandidate: Uh, maybe uploading on Instagram or Facebook, I think most of the people do that for their, like, normal daily life. And if the photo is something more professional, I think they would, uh, participate in some compensations, because there are many, many photos and videos compensations, and, uh, if that is more professional, maybe the journalists or the reporters, they will use it. For their job, and also the news. Yeah, so I can divide that way.\nExaminer: Mhm, yes. And what do you think are the main reasons people upload photos to social media?\nCandidate: Um, for recording, and also to show that I am being good. Uh, and also for, uh, people who are doing social media for their profession or for the reason of the job, they're kind of, uh, making their name card through the Instagram. For example, the dancers or performers nearby me, they use their Instagram accounts.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes. And are there any disadvantages to uploading photos on social media?\nCandidate: Sometimes it brings the past which I don't want to remember or which somebody, uh, doesn't want to remember, so that will be the bad part of it. So, that's why everybody is taking so, like, uh, be- being careful to choose the photo to choose, like, uh, to go on the Instagram.\nExaminer: All right. Okay, that will do. Thank you very much.",
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  "serial": 181,
  "title": "181 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, my name is Se Ho Hwang.\nExaminer: And does your name have any special meaning?\nCandidate: Special meaning, uh, so, Se, in Korean, means the world, and Ho means, like, the shine. So, my dad gave me the name to, like, shine the world, yeah, so.\nExaminer: Very nice. And are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: So, I quit my job last month because I didn't really like the desk job, and I just started working as a tour guide. Uh, started on Monday, actually. Uh, there would be a lot of, like, foreigners coming, and then I would give them, like, tours around Seoul. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. And what do you do when you have some free time?\nCandidate: Uh, during free time, I like to go to the gym. Uh, I've been working out for a while, since, like, ninth grade, and I really like watching sports. I like watching soccer, baseball, American football, uh, just Major League Baseball, too, and... I just overall watch lots of sports and watch TikTok and Instagram videos a lot. It takes me a lot of time, you know, it's an unhealthy amount of, you know.\nExaminer: Okay, now we're going to talk about birthday. So, what do you usually do on your birthday?\nCandidate: Uh, my birthday, I usually spend time with my family, because they take me out on a nice dinner. I go to hotel, and I'll go to, like, buffet and stuff. I like to eat a lot. Uh, just grab, like, five, six plates, and I'll usually get, like, food coma afterwards, but that's my best birthday gift.\nExaminer: Mmm, okay. Yeah. And do you think it's important for you to celebrate your birthday?\nCandidate: Oh, yeah, I- I'm a big birthday guy, uh, At, like, midnight, like, going, like, from August 2nd to August 3rd, I would, like, wake up, I would have my phone out, and I'm just waiting until, like, birthday comes out. My family's usually asleep by then, but I, like, walk around with my phone, and then I'd say, like, hey, Dad, hey, Mom, it's my birthday, and they're like, you're too old to do that, but...\nExaminer: Nice.\nCandidate: It's- it's your only day out of, you know, a whole year. There's Christmas, there are other days, but it's- it's your day, so...\nExaminer: True. And whose birthday do you think is the most important to celebrate?\nCandidate: Who, like, out of, like, my, uh, my family's gonna hate this, but I do have a girlfriend right now. So, uh, I think my girlfriend's birthday is the most important day to celebrate. Yeah. Have to think about what gift I gotta- I have to give her the things to do.\nExaminer: Alright. Okay, now we're gonna talk about, uh, housework and cooking. So, do you do, uh, some cooking in the evening?\nCandidate: Not when I'm in Korea, because, uh, there are a lot of kitchen stuff that my mom doesn't want me to break. But when I was in college, I had to do a lot of cooking. There are only, like, five kinds of food that I could cook. Uh, usually, it's not really cooking. They're pretty much just put the frozen food in the tray or on the plate and then just let the microwave or the oven do all the work.\nExaminer: Absolutely. And do you have breakfast at home every day?\nCandidate: I have brunch, because, uh, I wouldn't say having a meal at 11 or 12 as breakfast, but that is my first meal of the day, and, yeah, usually just lunch.\nExaminer: Okay, and what housework do you like or dislike doing?\nCandidate: Oh, I wish I could tell you if I do any of the housework. Um, oh wow. Well, I- I can tell you what I dislike. Uh, just maybe doing the, uh, oh, actually, I like doing the recycles, because in Korean apartments, we have to, like, take out all the recycling out. It's actually the only thing I enjoy, because I get to see what kind of food I ate throughout the week, and then it's like, oh, these are the cans, some soda I drank, some food I ate, it's just the only thing I can help out my family, so...\nExaminer: Alright, that'll do us for part one, we'll move on to part two now. Alright. Part two is here. I'll give you this one. There's your question, mate. And there's a pencil. Yeah. So now for this part, I'm gonna give you one minute to take some notes and prepare for this question. Alright? So you can have one minute now to prepare.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Alright, mate, that's one minute now. Okay. Alright. So yeah, for the part two question, could you describe a popular, well-known person in your country?\nCandidate: Uh, right now, it's definitely Son Heung-min. Uh, he has done so much. He influenced a lot for the Koreans. And what he has done last year was he won the Golden Boots. He scored the most goals in Premier League. And, uh, he also scored a huge goal in 2018 against Germany. Uh, so, I think those two are just the biggest accomplishments that gave a lot of hopes for the fans, or even, like, entire population of Korea. And... he... is... he's just, I mean, with the World Cup coming up, obviously everyone's just... Kind of, like, focusing on him. Like, he's our- one of our only hopes that, like, maybe we'll won- like, maybe we'll win, like, one of two games. I mean, he's everywhere in TV, you know, commercials, and, you know. I- I'd say that you can ask, like, the entire population of Korea, and then 99% of the Koreans would say they know. So, I mean, and... Yeah, I- I love him because he's the reason for me to, uh, just kind of realize, like, Korea, like, the, the Korean athletes can be good, like, outside of Korea, or in Europe, which is, like, the biggest stage for, you know, the athletes to shine their career. Yeah.\nExaminer: Alright, man, that's like a minute and fifty seconds, alright? So, in this part of the test, the maximum is two minutes.\nCandidate: Ah.\nExaminer: So, yeah, it's a good time, alright? Okay. So, I mean, the World Cup's coming.\nCandidate: Yeah, that's fine.\nExaminer: Are you feeling confident?\nCandidate: Uh, hopefully. A little...\nExaminer: Alright, let's go on to part three. Let's keep it going. So, part three question. The first one is, um, what kind of people are popular at work?\nCandidate: What kind of people? Oh, actually, when I... Every time I go to an interview at the company, there's always one, uh, receptionist, or that one person who just- who does all the- all the work that, like, those- the people who are the- on, like, the board couldn't do. Just... kind of... knows everything about the company, like where the thing is, like what do you have to do, and basically the person who you meet right when you get, uh, when you get accepted to a job, because they would usually kind of help you out, so... They're much more important than people, like, on the board because, you know, they pretty much run things.\nExaminer: Yeah. Okay. And which one do you think is more important? Having a good relationship with colleagues or doing your work well?\nCandidate: If you do your work well, you usually have good relationship with your colleagues. That's for sure. Uh... But, I mean, for the company, honestly, it's just, if you just sit down and do your work, that's the most profitable work.\nExaminer: Okay. And, do you think, are bosses more popular than employees at work?\nCandidate: Bosses more popular? Than employees? Oh, I don't think so. Bosses are, uh, our enemies, usually. They- they see a lot of profit, they get a lot of, uh, deals from other companies usually, and they don't really know all the- the pity works all the people have to do. So, yeah, bosses are not really liked.\nExaminer: Is it possible for bosses to be friends with their employees?\nCandidate: Yeah, uh, my- my past boss I had, he tried so hard to kind of, like, mingle with us.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: He's on his 50s, but he kind of tried to catch up on the trends of the MZ generation.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Yeah. So, I- they could definitely be popular, they just have to try.\nExaminer: Mm.\nCandidate: Yeah, and accept that things are changing.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Yeah. Yes, right, right. And, what do you think are the benefits when a child is popular at school?\nCandidate: Oh, the benefits, uh, definitely give them confidence, that's for sure. Uh, I wouldn't call myself, I was popular in high school, but, I mean, I was an athlete, obviously, and then, uh, people knew me, and, Uh, back then, I didn't really speak English that well, but it gave me lots of confidence, uh, just speaking in front of people, which is very important when you grow up, and it gives you a lot of confidence, that's for sure. So I think it's important, yeah.\nExaminer: And what do you think is the best way to make friends with a new person?\nCandidate: Uh, just try to catch up on things. I think making friends definitely takes a lot of effort, because, uh, I mean, it takes a lot of small talks, so if you know, like, the reason stuff, or just... Try to have similarities that usually other people do. I mean, for myself, I'm a big sports guy again, and then if I see, like, another guy, I would ask him, like, oh, do you watch any sports? And, uh, if they do, it's, uh, it takes, like, you know, an hour just conversation about, you know, all the sports, if we have something in common. So, try hard to, you know, Have, like, something that you can just always talk about that's most important.\nExaminer: Alright man, that'll do us. We're finished there. Thank you.\nCandidate: Oh, okay.\nExaminer: That's it.",
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  "serial": 182,
  "title": "182 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's start. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, I am Seoyeon Lee, and my English name is Angelina.\nExaminer: Perfect. And are you working, or are you a student?\nCandidate: Uh, I was a student until this year, June, um, and I am now taking a gap year.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And what do you like to do when you have some free time?\nCandidate: I like to listen to some music. I am also a singer myself, so I practice singing as well.\nExaminer: Now we're going to talk about public transportation. So, what kind of public transport do you usually take?\nCandidate: So there are a few options in Korea if you want to take public transportation. My favorite one is the subway, because it always, um, makes you get p- places on time, and unlike the bus, there is no traffic or, um, unexpected events that you need to consider when moving.\nExaminer: And when do you usually take public transport?\nCandidate: I take public transport, I think, most of the time when I need to get to places, um, when my parents aren't able to take me, uh, give me a ride, um, and because I have a driver's license, I can drive, but I'd say I take the public transport when my parents don't trust me with their cars.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think most people in your country prefer public transportation or private transportation?\nCandidate: Hmm... If we were to talk about the country, I'd say private, but because we live in the busiest city in the country, I think it might be better for some people to take public transportation.\nExaminer: And did you take public transport when you were a child?\nCandidate: Hmm... A few times that I can remember, but mostly I think I traveled by car, um, because my parents thought it might be safer.\nExaminer: Okay, now we're gonna talk about science. So, do you like science?\nCandidate: Not really. Well, it depends which branch of science you're talking about, but overall, I think I'm a more humanities-oriented person.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. And when did you start to learn about science?\nCandidate: Um, I might have had some experimental lessons pre-school, but I think my lessons began, um, in year one.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. And what kind of interesting things have you done with science?\nCandidate: Uh, my school, there is something called a STEM project, so, um, you kind of work as a group towards an investigative goal that you set yourself, and you conduct the experiments yourself and, um, write up a report. Um, I think that was the most kind of interesting experience for me.\nExaminer: And do people in your country often visit science museums?\nCandidate: Personally, that's not my favorite place, but I think it is kind of popular among people to visit museums, and one of them would be Science Museum.\nExaminer: And do you like watching science TV programs?\nCandidate: I think I enjoyed, um, watching some National Geographic videos, um, When it gets to the details, I switch channels, but, um, yeah, I think I do.\nExaminer: Okay. Alright, very nice. That'll do for part one, so now let's go on to part two. Keep it going. So, this is your part two question. Alright, I'll just give you a pencil there. So I'll give you one minute to prepare and do some note-taking, okay? Alright, you can begin. Alright, that's one minute now. Okay, so yeah, could you describe a problem you had while shopping online or in a store?\nCandidate: So, the problem I had was, uh, when I was shopping for my prom dress. It happened this June, because that's when the prom happened. Uh, my problem was that I didn't like the design. So, uh, there were a few options, but, um, the one I, A good dress for prom, basically. Um, and then afterwards, I felt that I could, um, make some changes myself and that I didn't need to just stick to what the shopping malls had for me. I could, um, just make it, uh, more satisfying for my eyes, uh, myself.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. All right. Um, now we're going- going to go on to, uh, part three of the test, okay? So, yeah, just answer these questions. Okay, so, uh, what kind of customer service do you think is good?\nCandidate: Could you clarify what you mean by customer service?\nExaminer: Yeah, so when people go shopping, like, what sort of service do people usually expect a good customer service?\nCandidate: Well, I guess you would have to, um, be nice and be able to give answers to people's queries, like, where is this shop? Um, yeah, I think that would be, like, kind of the basics that people would expect.\nExaminer: And what do you think people should do if the customer service they receive is not satisfactory?\nCandidate: Um, there'd be a few ways to deal with that kind of problem. Um, well, the shop might have, like, a complaint service themselves, um, where they can, like, write, um, like, a short,\nExaminer: And what do you think are the differences between shopping online and shopping in store?\nCandidate: The biggest difference might be that you can't try those clothes on. Um, I think the, uh, camera technology has, uh, evolved very much so that you can kind of feel the texture through screen. I think that, um, kind of problem has been, uh, less of a nuisance for a couple of years. years, um, but I think still being able to try it on yourself and see how it fits is kind of like the, uh, biggest crucial, um, thing that kind of divides the shopping styles.\nExaminer: And why do you think some people prefer online shopping rather than going to stores?\nCandidate: Um, it's much quicker, um, you don't have to get out of bed to do it, um, and I think it's easier to compare different options. You can have- we can literally have many windows open, um, and then, um, have a look at what you can buy with limited budget, so I think that's why people prefer it.\nExaminer: Yes, yes. Um, so do you think in the future, in-store shopping will become a thing of the past?\nCandidate: Hmm, that's a difficult question. Um, in the near future, I'd say no, if we're talking about, like, a hundred years' time. Um, maybe, but I don't think it would be the case for, like, premium stores. Um, we still, uh, We still want to try on, kind of like, the most expensive clothes, um, before making that large purchase, um, and I think there is that extra bit of, kind of, care you can get from, like, in-person meetings, like, sorry, um, When you go to a tailor to get you a suit, um, I think that kind of thing can only happen in person. So, maybe they, uh, fade out, like, overall, but I think some of the most premium stores would remain regardless of how much, um, technology gets better.\nExaminer: Mm, indeed. And what do you think customers should do when they have a problem with something they bought online?\nCandidate: Online, um, I think online shopping malls also have a similar process of how they deal with complaints. Um, but it might be harder because you don't have that, um, personal kind of experience with, uh, uh, with the seller. So, I think the response would be also similar, um, to what you would do in an offline shopping mall. You can, um, post complaints to, uh, their superiors or, like, a representative Uh, can a board of that shopping company or, um, you can share your opinions with other customers. I think that's much easier for online shopping malls because they, uh, they require, like, a review section so that people can have more trust in their products. So, yes, I think those would be the responses.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. That'll do. Thank you.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Mm.",
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  "serial": 183,
  "title": "183 - IELTS Speaking Band 9.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: All right, let's begin. All right. So, first of all, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I am currently a student, preparing to go to student in the United States. Uh, I'm currently a student, preparing to go to graduate school in the United States, yes.\nExaminer: Okay. And could you tell me about your major?\nCandidate: Um, I was- I actually majored in biology for undergrad, but I was actually on the pre-med track, so I'm currently preparing to be a medical student, yes.\nExaminer: And do you like your major?\nCandidate: Yes, I really do love my major. Um, I would definitely say I'm more on the science side than on, like, the English and reading side. And, um, I really have this passion for helping others, and that's why I really want to work in the health field.\nExaminer: And what do you do when you have some free time?\nCandidate: When I have a lot of free time, I would say the first thing that comes to my mind would be cooking and baking. I have a big passion for cooking and baking, not just for myself to eat, but to actually share with other people, and just seeing that smile when people enjoy the food, like, really brightens up my mood.\nExaminer: Great. Uh, now we're gonna talk about your accommodation. So, do you live in a house or an apartment?\nCandidate: I would say, I live in Korea and the States, so in Korea, I live in an apartment, but in the States, I live in a house. And so, I actually know what it feels like to live in both, an apartment and a house, so, yeah.\nExaminer: Which do you prefer, living in a house or an apartment?\nCandidate: Definitely, a house. Because, like, living in a house, I have my own room, I have a lot more space, and just having that extra space is- is just, you know, better than living in a small- smaller apartment.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Good. And would you like to change anything about your home?\nCandidate: Um, uh, I would say that since it's not necessarily, like, my home, um, but it's my parents' home or my siblings' home, I would say one thing I would love to change is the interior and, like, the design. Um, things aren't, you know, I would say designed in my taste, but I would love to design it to be a little bit more cozy and something to more- my- my style.\nExaminer: Okay, now we're going to talk about, uh, meeting places. So, where is your favorite place to meet your friends?\nCandidate: I think that's such a simple question for me. Um, my favorite place to me is in a cafe. It's just the atmosphere in a cafe is just so much more bright, I would say, and I love the smell of coffee, listening to great music, While just being in, uh, I would say, an environment where everyone else is meeting their friends, having conversations, and it usually tends to be more of a positive attitude, a positive- a positive environment, so that's why I would say that's my favorite place to meet at.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And do you think there are some places that are more suitable for meeting friends than other places?\nCandidate: Definitely. You know, just as I say, I think, um, cafes are a great place to meet people, a great place to meet friends, but maybe somewhere like a library wouldn't be the greatest choice. Maybe if you're planning on studying with your friends, I would say that a library would be a great place to meet friends and study together, but not necessarily to meet and talk.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And are there any differences between your favorite place to meet now and when you were a child?\nCandidate: Hmm... Yeah, I would definitely say so. Like, as a child, I would mostly meet my friends either in the backyard of our house or at a playground, um, but now as an adult, those aren't necessarily the places you would want to meet at when you're an adult. So, I would say there is a big difference in places where you meet, because one is more like to go play and have fun with friends, and one is to, like, have a conversation and get to know your friend even better.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. That'll do us for part one. We'll go on to part two now. All right, get to your question. Okay, so there's your question. There's a pen for you. All right, so I'll give you, uh, one minute to make some notes and prepare, okay? So that's one minute now. Yes, whenever you're ready. Okay, so I'll just ask you the question. All right, so, uh, could you describe an interesting neighbor?\nCandidate: Okay, um, I would say, uh, the most interesting neighbor I had was the neighbor I actually had while I was growing up. So, I lived in one house for ten years, and during that time, um, there was a neighbor, and it was basically a family, but I would describe most of the- the parent. Um, so this parent was very extravagant. Um, I would see this parent, or this neighbor, um, always coming in and out of their house in the best dressed, like, suit. Um, but one day, actually, their house burned down, and it was like a huge thing, like, all across the news in our neighborhood- in our neighborhood. And basically, um, the- fortunately, nobody was hurt. But since the house burned down, they had to rebuild their house. And they took this opportunity to build this grand mansion in this tiny suburban neighborhood. There was this huge mansion with a huge fountain in front of their yard. And I was like, wow, this is quite an interesting person, quite, um, showy and kind of extravagant. Um, and yeah, that's what I see. And then, should I just answer all the other questions too?\nExaminer: Yeah, yeah.\nCandidate: Um, so basically, um, I knew him through, um, his children, and so his, uh, daughter and his son was around the same age as me, and we didn't do anything together much, but I would just always see him, like, through the front, um, window of my house, just walking past. And then sometimes I would go over their house and play with them, and once they built their mansion, um, I actually got to go in and see and get a tour of their house, and it was quite, um, it was quite like a palace, I would say. They had movie theater on the third floor, and they would love to be very hospitable to their, um, visitors, and they would show, um, Basically, everything about their, like, interior, they're kind of, you know, in a way, like, they would like to show off, like, their riches, I would say.\nExaminer: Okay, alright. Perfect. So, yeah, real exam, examiner stops at two minutes. Yeah. Okay. Okay, great. So, yeah, we'll move on to the third part of the test now, okay? So, yeah, the first question in part three is, uh, do you think people are familiar with their neighbors these days?\nCandidate: I would say these days, not a lot of people would be familiar with their neighbors. I feel like a lot of people are, uh, more the type of people to keep to the- to themselves than to actually be nice and, you know, go out of their way to introduce themselves to their neighbors.\nExaminer: Hmm. Yeah. Hmm. Why do you think that is?\nCandidate: Um, I feel like in today's society, um, a lot of people are more wary of strangers, even if it's their neighbors. Um, people aren't willing to be, um, like, Going out of their way to be nice to someone, to get to know somebody, um, especially since there's like a lot of crime and violences and stories about people getting hurt from either neighbors and stuff like that.\nExaminer: Yes, indeed. And do you think in the countryside it's the same or it's a little bit different?\nCandidate: I would definitely say in the country- countryside, it's a little bit more different. Um, like, thinking about, like, people who live in farms and who tend to be a lot more farther away, um, people would be going out of their way to, you know, greet- greet their neighbors and introduce themselves. Uh, because, you know, since they're so isolated, they want that human interaction, they want to get to know people, and then in that way, they can help each other whenever something happens, and, um, just always be there for each other.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And how can people improve their relationship with neighbors if they would like to?\nCandidate: Um, I would definitely say that, first of all, you know, greeting, and then, once you move into a new place, I would definitely go around the neighborhood and, um, like, pass around, like, cookies, or give them some gifts, and just introduce them, and say, oh, like, um, I'm the new tenant, or new, um... Homeowner, like, whenever I need help, can you, like, please help, I'll always be there to help you, and stuff like that, yeah.\nExaminer: And how do you think people would react to that these days?\nCandidate: These days, uh, I would definitely say people would be shocked at first, they'd be like, oh, okay, um, kind of like, oh, like, you're a stranger, I don't know you, but once they get to warm up to that person, definitely feel like it's a relationship that can definitely establish.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes. Um, and how do children build relationships with other children in their neighbourhood?\nCandidate: Um, I feel like it's such a simple way for children to build relationships. All they need to say is, hey, do you want to play? Do you want to hang out? Let's go to the playground and play tag. Or, like, let's go to- over to your house and, like, let's eat something good. Hey, um, I actually bought this new toy, do you want to come play with this toy with me? I feel like, um, Kids definitely have a better way to establish relationships with each other within their neighborhood just by simply playing and just being their self.\nExaminer: Yeah. And why do you think it's more difficult for adults to do the same thing?\nCandidate: For adults, I would definitely say it's a, um, societal and social, uh, there's an aspect to it. Um, for adults, you have to be, like, um, Like, I would say, you have that societal or social pressure that you have to act a certain way. And so, adults tend to be a little bit more careful, in a sense, when they're meeting neighbors and they want to, since they're the adults and they have to take care of their family, especially in a neighborhood, um, I would say it's a little bit more difficult for them to establish a relationship.\nExaminer: Indeed. And what do you think are some common problems between neighbors?\nCandidate: Common problems, uh, between neighbors, definitely would say, if you're living in an apartment, and you have a first, uh, if you have a floor above you and below you, you're gonna hear a lot of, um, sound. So, there's a lot of, like, I wouldn't say noise pollution, but a lot of sound, like if the upstairs neighbors stomping or playing loud music, um, that would definitely be, like, a big factor where, Neighbors tend to fight and dislike each other, or sometimes, um, things are placed in front of your door, but it's, like, garbage or trash, and so people, like, tend to fight over things. I'm like, you suspect that, oh, I think that neighbor put that trash in front of my door, um, and you start fighting with them, and then you leave sticky notes. Writing passive-aggressive, um, messages to each other. So I would definitely say it's just tiny little things that really bother, uh, neighbors.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. That will do. That's the end of our test.",
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  "serial": 184,
  "title": "184 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's begin. So first, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Yes, my name is Benjamin Jimenha.\nExaminer: And could you tell me, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm currently neither working nor studying because I'm taking a gap year from college. So I'm mostly doing volunteer work.\nExaminer: And what do you like to do when you have some free time?\nCandidate: I mostly like to rock climb because I started rock climbing like five years ago and it's one of my biggest passions. I also enjoy studying philosophy by looking at open course lectures online.\nExaminer: Now we're gonna talk about technology. So, what kind of technology do you often use? Computers or mobile phones?\nCandidate: Um, I'll say I use my mobile phones more often than my computer. Yeah, I take it everywhere I go. I even brought it today here, yeah.\nExaminer: And are there any technological devices you would like to buy in the future?\nCandidate: Um, yeah, I would definitely want to get an iPad, because I actually used to have an iPad, and up until last year, but I accidentally spilled coffee all over it. So, I would love to get a new iPad.\nExaminer: And is technology important in your life?\nCandidate: Yes, definitely. I find myself using Google Docs every time I write essays and I use different apps and even when I play games, technology is really important and necessary.\nExaminer: Is there any technology that you do not like?\nCandidate: Um, I say I am not really a fan of radios, yeah, because, I mean, they were necessary back when computers weren't a thing, but nowadays, since computers can pretty much substitute radios, I don't think radios are necessary, but we still have it in our house, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Now we're going to talk about social media. So do you or your friends like to use social media?\nCandidate: Yeah, definitely, um, I have Snapchat, Instagram, all sorts of social media applications.\nExaminer: And why do you like using these applications?\nCandidate: I say social media is, uh, pretty much a new means of communicating between people, so I find myself using, um, the social media chat functions more than calling people or messaging them. And also sharing photos and looking at other people's reactions. I mean, some people may call it unhealthy, but I think it's became a new norm in- especially among teenagers.\nExaminer: And do you think any of your friends use social media too much?\nCandidate: I, um, I guess so, because I find some people, if you look at the screen time function on your iPhone, you can see how many hours you've spent on your phone, and they, some people have spent, like, more than 10 hours a day, and I feel like that is really unhealthy.\nExaminer: And, do you want to work in social media in the future?\nCandidate: Mmm, I am interested in technology like software engineering and computer science. So, yeah, why not give it a try?\nExaminer: Okay. And what's the most popular social media in your country?\nCandidate: Ooh, in Korea, definitely KakaoTalk. Yeah, because KakaoTalk, I mean, recently there was a, uh, a data center crisis, a data center accident, and everyone was suffering, so that shows how much important, how important KakaoTalk is in our daily lives.\nExaminer: And is there any difference between the way young people use social media and older people use social media?\nCandidate: The type of social media applications that people use definitely, uh, vary from age to age. Because I find older people using Facebook more often, while younger generation use Snapchat and Instagram.\nExaminer: That'll do us for part one. We'll go on to part two now. Alright. Here is your question. There's a pencil. So you can have one minute now to do some note-taking and prepare, okay? So yeah, you can begin. Okay, that's one minute now, mate. Alright, so could you describe a time when you received money as a gift?\nCandidate: Yes, so, I feel like in Asian countries, giving money as a gift, especially on special holidays like Chuseok or Seollal, is definitely a tradition. I'm quite- I'm not sure on how it started, but I myself received money on holidays when I was young. So, yeah, when you receive money, especially in Korea, I feel like it's a custom to reject it at first, say, no, I don't want it, but then, your hand just goes forward and gets it, so, and then you say thank you afterwards. Um, I receive money, um, like I said, on Chuseok, Seollal, or whenever I entered a new school, so when I went from elementary school to middle school to high school and to college. Um, and the people that gave me money were usually my, um, extended family, so not my direct parents or my- my brother won't give me money for sure, but my grandparents, maybe my aunt, my uncle, and those people were the ones that gave me money. And the reason why they gave me money was, um, I mean, it's just to celebrate a new, um, a new step in my life, I guess. And I used the money when I was young, mostly by buying Lego pieces or buying snacks at a local grocery store. But nowadays, I choose to save some money so that I can buy something big later on, like a car or maybe a new computer.\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you very much. Now we'll go on to part three of the test. Okay. Okay. So yeah, why do people rarely use cash nowadays?\nCandidate: Cash is just very inconvenient to, um, bring around. So, I personally use a card wallet instead of a big cash wallet because it's more convenient to put in your pocket and sometimes cash, um, paper money rips apart and it's really difficult to use it when it rips apart. And, also, using coins is not really convenient. So, I think that's why cards and other means of paying, other means of payment are more often used than cash analogies.\nExaminer: And why do you say coins are inconvenient to use?\nCandidate: Just on a, um, cost, the- the face value and weight aspect, right? Like, a- a- a penny is just one cent, it's a hundredth of a dollar, but it probably weighs more than a dollar. That just shows how inefficient it is.\nExaminer: Indeed. Um, and are there any situations when people need to use cash?\nCandidate: Hmm, I think, yes, sometimes, so, it's not, uh, really, like, an official thing, but when you go to traditional markets in Korea, they rarely accept ca- accept card, so you have to pay in cash, and sometimes when they give you a discount, like, maybe on a clo- on clothes, or maybe on some kind of fancy luxury goods, they give you a discount when you're paying cash, so that's when you use cash.\nExaminer: Hmm, right. And when do children begin to comprehend the value of money?\nCandidate: That's a big question. Because I once saw this video of these Chinese children, they received a lot of Chinese yuan as a gift, but then they ended up using scissors to cut off the people, and they found it really hilarious. And because maybe as children, they might find it more enjoyable to cut off paper money rather than actually use it. So, I guess the time when peop- children really start to comprehend the idea of money and the value of it, is at least when they go to elementary school, when they re- start receiving some professional, uh, um, education. And then, or when their parents start spending money on their education, like on hagwons, I think that's when they really start to comprehend.\nExaminer: Hmm. And do you think it's parents' responsibility to teach children about the value of money, or should children learn by themselves?\nCandidate: I believe that when you're young, um, your brains haven't really developed fully, so it's your parents' responsibility. That's the reason why they're called guardians, right? They have to- they have full responsibility over their children, and they have the responsibility to, among other things, tell people- tell their children to comprehend the idea of money. But when- after, um, you reach a certain age, say, like, again, elementary school, then I guess it's the children's responsibility, you know?\nExaminer: And do you think it's a good idea for parents to reward children with money?\nCandidate: Hmm... I guess it's the most efficient way, because they don't really have to go through the process of thinking, oh, what will the children like, uh, how will the children use it, because money can't literally buy anything. But, what I find among my, a lot of my, um, not really my friends, but people in my previous school or other people I see in my community, is that when they start receiving money, especially huge sums of money, um, starting young age, Then they really don't know how to use it, um, effectively, so they would end up just splurging it on a computer, on a Nintendo Switch, and they really don't know how to use money efficiently, and that may lead to their inability to have purchasing, um, purchasing ethics when they grow up.\nExaminer: Right. Um, and do you think it's a good idea for schools to teach their students about, um, managing their finances?\nCandidate: Yes, definitely, because one of the biggest, um, problems is, especially in American community, I mean, Korean community too, is when- when you graduate high school, you know how- you know that the mitochondria is a power of a- powerhouse of a cell. You know how to do calculus, but you don't know how to pay taxes, so that's definitely a problem. And, yeah, high school definitely has to teach how to pay tax and how to use money, how to save money, um, properly.\nExaminer: Mm. Perfect. Thank you very much.\nCandidate: No problem.\nExaminer: Mm.",
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  "serial": 185,
  "title": "185 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, hi, welcome. Let's go ahead and get started. Uh, to begin, can you tell me your name?\nCandidate: Uh, my name is Sam Park, and my Korean name is Jeong Ah Park.\nExaminer: Can you spell your name, first and last name?\nCandidate: My Korean name, or, uh, my Korean name is J-E-O-N-G.\nExaminer: And you have an English name also?\nCandidate: Yeah, my English name is Sam Park.\nExaminer: Sam, okay. Nice to meet you. Um, are you working or studying right now, Sam?\nCandidate: Um, I am, hmm, none of them.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: I'm looking for a job.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Because last year I graduated from, uh, Sungkyunkwan University.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: And I'm looking for a job recently, but the market in Korea is not that good right now, so I don't have any job right now.\nExaminer: Understandable. What did you study in university?\nCandidate: Uh, my major is psychology, and I majored in psychology because I wanted to be a profiler before, because I'm a big fan of, um, Sherlock Holmes, but then it was different from what I thought, so I regret it.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, good. And, what is your hometown?\nCandidate: My hometown? Uh, my hometown is in Korea, Changwon. Yeah, I was born there.\nExaminer: Can you tell me about Changwon?\nCandidate: Ah, Changwon is, uh, a place next to Busan. So people are, um, more, uh, the Busan is more popular than Changwon. However, um, Changwon is popular with the cherry blossom. You know, there's a very long trail road, um, the full of cherry blossom during summer, uh, during spring, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Sounds like a nice place. Um, and what do you like to do in your free time?\nCandidate: Free time? Hmm... I like to watch Netflix and listen to a lot of music.\nExaminer: Okay. What kind of music do you like?\nCandidate: I like hip-hop. Yeah, I like hip-hop.\nExaminer: Alright, now we're gonna talk about clothes.\nCandidate: Oh, yeah.\nExaminer: What's your favorite color of clothes?\nCandidate: Uh, my favorite color is green because it suits me a lot, and I like the color of green because, um, I like nature, and green is a color of nature, so it's my favorite color.\nExaminer: And what kind of clothes do you never wear?\nCandidate: Uh, never? Uh, black and white clothes.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Like, mix of black and white, because I like colors a lot, so if there is no color in it, I don't like it.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Um, and what kind of clothes do you usually wear?\nCandidate: I usually, uh, brown or green. Yeah. As I said earlier, I like nature, so, and brown and green is a color of nature, so I really like those colors.\nExaminer: Okay. We have one more question. Um, do you wear the same style of clothes on a weekday and a weekend?\nCandidate: Hmm... It doesn't depend on weekdays or weekends, because, uh, it depends on whom I meet. Like, if I'm meeting a person, um, who's much older than me, then I will wear a more, um, polite clothes, but if I'm meeting friends that are- that are younger or same- about same age with me, then I wear, um, some kind of, like, a hip-hop clothes. Yeah.\nExaminer: Sure, sure. Alright, good. Uh, very nice start. Now we can move on to part two. So, in part two, you get a topic, and you get one minute to prepare. This is your topic. You can take notes, uh, to prepare, or any way that you would like. Here's a pencil. Just set a timer, and in a minute we can start. Okay, that is a minute. So, um, in this part you're going to describe an energetic person you know, and you want to say who the person is, um, how you know this person, why you think they are energetic, and explain how you feel about this person. Are you ready?\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Alright.\nCandidate: So the energetic person that I know is Tony Stark. I know Tony Stark from the movie called, um, Iron Man. There are series of Iron Man, uh, 1, 2, 3, but I'm a big fan of Tony Stark in the movie. Um, the reason why I think Tony Stark is energetic is, um, first of all, uh, he is, he- I saw him dancing while he's working, and I think it's very- really hard to dance and enjoy what he's, um, enjoy his work. Uh, when it comes to, um, like, uh, making money. So I thought he's very energetic. And second of all, um, I consider him energetic, uh, when he's, um, dealing with, uh, villains. Like, I never saw him, um, being depressed or, Um, very, uh, very, uh, how to say, um, sad about what- when the villains were, um, villains were, uh, um, overtaking him. So I thought he- I'd consider him as energetic. And, uh, what I feel about him is that, um, he's very confident about himself, and he's very cool and very, um, independent person. Yeah.\nExaminer: Cool. Um, just a couple of follow-ups about Tony Stark. Uh, do you know any other, uh, movies or shows that he has been in besides Iron Man?\nCandidate: Um, I never seen him in any other movies other than, uh, Avengers or Iron Man.\nExaminer: Avengers and Iron Man?\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Uh, what kind of clothes does he usually wear?\nCandidate: Suits.\nExaminer: Suits? Like a business suit?\nCandidate: Yeah, business suits. Yeah.\nExaminer: Is he a sharp dresser, a good dresser?\nCandidate: Um, he's a good- ah, no, he doesn't wear suits, he wears, um, jeans and t-shirts.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Casual clothes.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, good, good, good. Alright, we can move on to part three. Um, first question. What kinds of jobs need a lot of physical work?\nCandidate: For me, I think a job such as cameraman needs a lot of physical work, because what I know about camera is that it's really heavy. I thought- I heard it's about 5 kilograms, but they're holding it on their shoulders for about, um, 12 hours, at least 12 hours. I think that requires a lot of physical work.\nExaminer: Sure. And what's the difference between the payment for physical work and that for brain work?\nCandidate: Oh... I think brain work should be paid more than the physical work because brain work, um, um, requires a lot of, uh, time to be, um, how to say, um, professional in the job field. However, physical work is- doesn't really take a lot of time to be professional in that work field, so.\nExaminer: Why does it not take as much time?\nCandidate: Um, because, uh, for the physical work, if they go to gym and work for, um, for a month, work out for a month, they can be, um, very strong and get a lot of muscles, but the brain work, they require a lot of, at least one year, one year to study in the field. For example, for me, I studied, um, for, how to say, three years, three years, three years, about, um, 12- 12 years, I studied 12 years, so I think it is more valuable than the physical work.\nExaminer: Okay, good.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Um, and can physical workers receive higher salaries in the future?\nCandidate: In the future, um, maybe. Maybe about, like, maybe 70%. I'm 70% sure because recently, um, there's a digital transformation going on very fast. So, um, the AI can be, uh, can- can be more useful in the future than human's brain. So, I think in the future, maybe, uh, physical work can be more paid off.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: And, do you think machines could replace human workers in the future?\nCandidate: Umm, not all of them, but maybe 50%. Um, for example, like, the work such as that requires creativity, that- then robots cannot replace humans. However, if it's not the creativity per se, uh, if it co- comes to, such as, like, Excel, or, um, typing, just, like, simple works, then- then robots can replace humans.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Alright, really nicely done. We've come to the end.",
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  "serial": 186,
  "title": "186 - IELTS Speaking Band 9.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, let's begin.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Okay, so could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My full name is Kang Hong, uh, would you like me to spell it?\nExaminer: Uh, no, it's fine.\nCandidate: Oh, it's fine, okay.\nExaminer: Um, and are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm currently s- well, I'm gonna become a student next year. Yeah, I'm working on the process of becoming, or attending a university, you know, application process.\nExaminer: Mm. And what major did you choose?\nCandidate: Uh, I think I'm going to go into pharmacy school, so like the pharmaceutical area.\nExaminer: Yeah. Okay. And why did you choose this major?\nCandidate: Um, I chose this major because I'm interested in the areas of biology and chemistry, and pharmacy school is a way I can study that in depth, and also I want to be able to help, um, other people through this process, so I thought that was a good major to study for that.\nExaminer: Great. And what do you like doing when you have some free time?\nCandidate: Uh, one of the things that I really enjoy doing in my free time is reading books. Um, I read all different kinds of books, uh, and I just really enjoy it because I get to live another person's life. I can see through other people's perspective, which I think is really valuable to me as well.\nExaminer: Okay, now we're gonna talk about, uh, your home. So, what kind of housing do you live in?\nCandidate: I currently live in an apartment, um, I think it's slightly different from other apartments in that it's only like a six floor- six floors or something, um, but I think it's similar to other apartments as well, yeah.\nExaminer: And what is your favorite room in your home?\nCandidate: My favorite room is my bedroom, just because there's a bed in it, and I sleep in the bed. Um, so, and also it's just my place to relax whenever I watch movies or read. I do it on the bed, so it has nice memories attached to it as well.\nExaminer: And do you think you will live there for a long time?\nCandidate: Uh, really, it's not up to me. I'm guessing it's going to be my parents and the contract of the housing, but, um, if it were up to me, I think, yeah, I would like to live there because I don't like moving. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. And what's the difference between where you are living now and where you have lived in the past?\nCandidate: Yeah, so I have lived in different countries, uh, as I was growing up. One country that I've lived in is India, and India is very different from Korea as well, so just in the, um, the setting and the people, the culture, so that's very different as well, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Now we're gonna talk about, uh, meeting places.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Uh, so where is your favorite place to meet your friends?\nCandidate: Uh, one of my favorite places to meet my friends, though I haven't met many, is, um, a place called Hyewa-yeok. I think I really enjoy that place because there's a lot of people, a lot of restaurants that we can hang out in, but also, um, there are a lot of theaters there, and I really enjoy watching musicals and plays as well. So, by hanging out there, we can- we have- we have access to different kinds of, Theatre, plays, restaurants, whatever that we can do, making it a great spot to hang out in.\nExaminer: Yeah. And do you think some places are more suitable for meeting than others?\nCandidate: Definitely, because, um, We- I meet my friends because I want to do something with them. I- I want to pursue an activity with them. But if I do- if I go to places where there aren't a lot of choices that I can- or things that I can do with my friends, then it becomes less, um, fun, I guess, to hang out with my friends. And so, it's better to meet in certain places where there are different kinds of things we can do and different activities that we can access.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. And are there any differences between your fav- favourite meeting places now and when you were a child?\nCandidate: Yeah, uh, I guess the differen- the main difference would be what I was doing in those meeting places. Um, these days I would, again, watch movies or eat and hang out just generally with my friends, but, I would imagine that when I was younger, I would go to playgrounds, perhaps, with my friends to hang out, um, and that in itself, the- the activity is different, and therefore, the meeting place would also have to change as well, from playground to, I guess, popular street or a popular meeting place, yeah.\nExaminer: Mm, perfect. Alright, that will do for part one. We'll go on to part two now. Okay, so here is your question. I'll just give you a pencil there as well. So I'll give you one minute to take some notes, okay?\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: You can begin. Okay, and that's one minute. Okay, so your question.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Could you describe an important thing that you learned not in school or college?\nCandidate: Yes, um, throughout my life, an important thing that I've learned and stuck close to is to always be grateful with what I have and go based upon it. And I learned this when I was, um, moving ab- living abroad. And so I've lived in various countries, and so I've always had to move around in different places. And because of that, I've always had a little bit of a disconnect with my friends because I had to move around. Whenever I got close, I would have to, I've changed my country, and so I would always, um, I- through that process I learned to be grateful, to be positive, um, in the current situation. And I learned it, um, by, I guess, trying to just evaluate the situation in a more positive mindset, and look at things that I can gain from it instead of the things that I've lost. And it's really important because it gave me a more positive outlook on life and also it allowed me to stay motivated to study or hang out with my friends or meet new people instead of dwelling on the things I've lost or the past. So, yeah, the saying that- the saying to be always be grateful is what I've learned.\nExaminer: Okay, very nice. And who taught you this skill?\nCandidate: Yeah, um, I think it's, I'm gonna have to say my parents, because, uh, I've talked to them a lot of times when I was struggling with my current situation. For example, I remember on my first day back, I- I think second grade of my new school, I really struggled because I was constantly reminded of my past school and my past friends, and I wasn't able to really focus on the current situation and the present. And by talking and conversing with my parents, I was able to learn, um, I can kind of get out of this dark spot- er, this slump, I guess, to- by being grateful with what I have, and... Focusing on the positive, uh, parts of the current situation rather than the negative parts. And, yeah, so my parents would be the answer.\nExaminer: Hmm, great. Really nice. Okay, so now we'll go on to part three of the test, okay? Okay, uh, so yeah, the first question. What can children learn from parents?\nCandidate: Uh, like I said, I think students or children can learn from their parents, um, their attitude in life, um, how they go about living their daily life, their mindset as well, and I guess that's one of the many things that they can learn from their parents. Um, and it's really important to learn that from their parents because the parents have lived\nExaminer: What other influences do children have when they're learning in their childhood?\nCandidate: Um, other than their parents, I think an important influence would be their friends. Um, not just because, like, for example, a lot of students go to school or academia, and in that process they meet a lot of friends, and they hang out and spend a lot of time with them, and therefore it's inevitable that they start to, I guess, adopt a lot of their mindsets, uh, their way of speech or things like that. And therefore, it's important to have good friends, I believe, because that can change, um, your course of life, or that can change your attitude, which can really alter your future as well. So your friends can also have a big influence on you.\nExaminer: Yes. And do you think some children are well-behaved because they are influenced by their parents?\nCandidate: Um, I guess this is a fundamental question in the discussion of, like, nature and nurture, I believe. Um, part of it, I do believe, because I do study science and biology and things like that, part of it does come from genetics and their natural, I guess, body, but also a lot of it does come from their parents and their surroundings. And so that part is the nurture aspect. And so it's important that they have a positive influence from their parents, um, so that, um, they can grow to be more, I guess, well-behaved or fitting in society.\nExaminer: Yeah. And how should parents handle, excuse me, how should parents handle a situation where their children are misbehaving in public?\nCandidate: Right, so I think that's a question that a lot of parents would struggle with, um, and I'm not sure I would have the answer because I'm not a parent. But, if I put myself in those, uh, the parents' shoes, I think one important step is to first tell this child that it is not right to do this in a public setting, and... I guess, give them a friendly reminder first, instead of just going straight into scolding or being, uh, mad at them, because that can start to have a negative impact on them, and they can have, uh, a negative outlook on the whole situation. And rather than that, we can give them something positive to focus on and say, while you did- while this that you did was good, I think you should do this, or kind of guide them in a certain way, instead of scolding or even hitting or abusing your child, which is really important on the child's development as well.\nExaminer: Alright. And is it necessary for adults to learn new things?\nCandidate: Definitely, um, it's very important for adults to learn new things. I think, as human beings, we're constantly evolving, we're constantly adopting to new situations, learning new things, and, Just because we're adults or past a certain age, um, doesn't mean that we stop learning or stop gaining new things from life, especially attitudes, like I mentioned, but also skills or, uh, manners of behaving in certain situations. Like, for example, I have always been in high school, I have al- well, for four years I've been in high school, but now I'm becoming a college student, and that requires new skills, new, Um, things I need to learn, new attitudes, and therefore, I'm- I'm- I guess I am an adult, um, technically, but I'm still growing and evolving and learning new things, which is important for any adult as well, yeah.\nExaminer: And what kind of new things do you think elderly people should learn?\nCandidate: Elderly people, so like, I think, um, one important thing for elderly people to learn, though I don't want to sound condescending in any way, would be to, I guess, accept... I guess, go with the flow of the modern society. I think a lot of people kind of get stuck in the past and thinking this is how it used to be and now we have to put that on our children and make sure they live a certain way as well. I think it's important for them to learn and evaluate the current situation and see the course of history, I guess, and how things are... How things are changing and kind of adopting to that and not restricting their stu- I mean, restricting their children in any way of saying you have to sit in this tiny little box, but also allow them to, um, Try different things as well, and so that's a new skill, I guess, for them to learn.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. That will do us. Thank you very much.\nCandidate: Is that it?",
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  "serial": 187,
  "title": "187 - IELTS Speaking Band 5.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: All right, let's begin.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Okay, so could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My full name is Eunseo Dan, and you can call me Dan.\nExaminer: Okay, Dan. And are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm a student, majoring in metal art and design in Hongik University, which is located in Seoul.\nExaminer: And do you like your major?\nCandidate: I love my major. Uh, in my major, I can study about all of things about metal, Or how to handle matter, and it is very entertaining.\nExaminer: And is there anything you dislike about your course?\nCandidate: Uh, in my freshman year, there is, uh, there was a strange professor, so... He makes, she makes him, she makes me very upset and disappointed.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And what do you do when you have some free time?\nCandidate: Uh, I usually watch YouTube or Netflix on my tablet, and sometimes I go to ride a bike to Liverpool.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay, and now we're going to talk about talents. So, do you have a talent or something you are good at?\nCandidate: Um, actually, I'm good at- good at making something with my hands as I was a child, so- so, I dreamed about being an artist, so I go to the art university now.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And, do you think your talent can be useful for your future job?\nCandidate: Uh, sadly, in art field, it is hard to get a job, but I- I'm very satisfied with my- with my work, and I try to get a job for- for a department that handles the material.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. Um, and do you think anyone in your family has the same talent?\nCandidate: Uh, no, I'm precious person in my family. They are all good at math and science, but I'm not good at that. I'm the only person who majoring in art, yes.\nExaminer: I see. All right, so now let's talk about watches. Okay, so do you wear a watch?\nCandidate: Watch? No. No. I, uh, before I got my smartphone, I usually got my watch, but after- after the generation of smartphone, I- I don't have to get it, yes.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And have you ever got a watch as a gift?\nCandidate: Uh... In Korea, we have final exam to go to the university, so my mother gave me an analogue watch to- to check the time in the test, yes.\nExaminer: Okay. And why do some people wear expensive watches?\nCandidate: Uh, I think to appeal their\nExaminer: And do you think it's important to wear a watch?\nCandidate: Hmm... No. No, because- because me and my generation, uh, usually do- usually don't get a watch, but some people love- love them and always- always get with them.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. Alright, that will do us for part one. Now we'll move on to the second part of the test, alright? So, yeah, there is your question, there's a pencil for you, alright. So, uh, you can take notes there, I'll give you one minute for note-taking, alright? Alright, that's one minute now, okay. So, for the part two of the speaking test, I would like you to describe a city you would recommend as a nice place to live, but not your hometown.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: You can begin, yeah.\nCandidate: I recommend you Hongdae. Hongdae is the famous and popular city, popular city nearby Hongik University, and I- this is my university. In- in this- in this- in this city, uh, there are a lot of restaurant and shop to shopping, and so there is many foreigner to trip there. And, um, and near the Hongdae, there is a Namsan, and when, when I, when you go to Namsan, you can see all over the Seoul, Seoul city, and this is also a good spot. I recommend you, recommend you, this is my favorite restaurant, and which is, which is sell good chicken, chicken, and I think every people like them, and good to eat, yes. Um, to get there, we can use the transportation, like, like subway, subway second line, and, yes.\nExaminer: Okay, all right. That's about a minute forty-five, all right, a minute forty-five. Okay, so you think it'd be a nice place to live?\nCandidate: Yes, because the transporting- transportation is very good, and there is many subway and bus stop, so it is good to get everywhere, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, all right, so that will do us for part two, now we'll move on to the third part of the test. Okay. All right, let's just keep going, keep going, okay. Okay, so where do people like to live in your country?\nCandidate: Uh, in my country, Korea, uh, because Korea is, Korea is small, small country, so, so, so it is good to go everywhere in short time, so, and there is many, there is a lot of nature, natural environment, like mountain and river, yes. Also, also there is a many, many large city in Korea, so, so, when, when you go to, when I, when foreigner come to Korea, they can, They can enjoy- enjoy natural environment, also the large city, and technology. Yes.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, and why do many people move to big cities?\nCandidate: Uh, because small city has- in small city, it is hard to get a job, so people move to the large city to get a job, and, um, In small city, there is, there is little, little infrastructure, so young people feel it is very uncomfortable.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Mm-hmm, okay. And what do you think are the biggest advantages of living in a rural area?\nCandidate: Rural?\nExaminer: Mm.\nCandidate: Oh, sorry, what is rural?\nExaminer: Rural, ah, means, like, in the countryside.\nCandidate: Ah, countryside. Yeah. Uh, uh... I heard that there is a- there is a very small hospital in the countryside, so when the people is hurt, it is hard to go to the hospital and- and get a heal, yes. So, and...\nExaminer: So that would be some disadvantages?\nCandidate: Yes, disadvantages.\nExaminer: How about the advantages?\nCandidate: Ah, advantage? Um, I think, They can, they can feel natural environment and, and, uh, clean, clean, clean air. Yes, it is hard to get clean air in big city, yeah.\nExaminer: Absolutely. Um, and what are the advantages of living close to your workplace?\nCandidate: Since I'm a student that have a part-time job, and I have been living near that part-time job, so... It is- I can- I can enjoy the long sleeping instead of ready to go out.\nExaminer: Okay, yeah, so people can enjoy sleeping for longer.\nCandidate: Yes, yes.\nExaminer: Are there any other advantages you can think of?\nCandidate: Uh, I think, hmm, it is less tired because- because I don't have to go on a work for a long, long time, so it is, it is best advantage.\nExaminer: Mm, okay. And why do some people live far from their workplace?\nCandidate: Um, I think, I think almost people, Um, far from, live far from their workplace for rent fee, house rent fee, um, because almost Korean good quality job is focused on Seoul, and the near, near the Seoul's house rent fee is very high, so people tend to leave the other city to, to spend less money.\nExaminer: All right, that will do us for the test. Okay, so we're finished. Thank you for that.\nCandidate: Thank you.",
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  "serial": 188,
  "title": "188 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hi!\nCandidate: Hi!\nExaminer: Welcome, how are you?\nCandidate: I'm good, how are you?\nExaminer: Good, good, thanks. Uh, to start off, can you just tell me your name?\nCandidate: My name is Joo Kim.\nExaminer: Joo, and can you spell that for me?\nCandidate: J-I-W-O-O, and then K-I-M.\nExaminer: Kim, great. Are you working or studying right now?\nCandidate: I am actually a graduate student right now, studying English literature.\nExaminer: And where is your hometown?\nCandidate: I am currently living in Ilsan, which is not a part of Seoul. It's a part of Gyeonggi Province in a city named Goyang. And it's, I guess you could call it a suburb, the suburb area. Um, and I have been living there for- for about 10 years.\nExaminer: Good, good, good. Uh, what do you like about your hometown?\nCandidate: I like that it's... Less crowded compared to Seoul, because I sometimes work in Seoul, I sometimes, uh, I go to school in Seoul, so I know how crowded Seoul can be. But when I go home, it's a lot more relaxing, I have a very big park in front of my apartment building, so it's a- it's a- it's a lot calmer.\nExaminer: And is there anything you dislike about your hometown?\nCandidate: I dislike the transportation system around my hometown because it's- it's very far, and for me to get to a subway station, it takes about 30 minutes by a bus, and even the bus doesn't come very regularly, so that's a bit of a pain, but other than that, I'm okay with it.\nExaminer: Okay, good, good. And can you tell me about some of your hobbies? What do you do in your free time?\nCandidate: I usually lie down in bed and play games on my phone. Um, I like to joke that I'm an invertebrate because I lie down like a spineless animal. But, yeah, that's- that's my favorite thing to do, just play games on my phone, have a podcast playing in the background, and that's about it.\nExaminer: Um, okay. We're gonna talk a little bit now about studying. You're a student right now. Um, what do you study?\nCandidate: I study English literature.\nExaminer: Literature.\nCandidate: Um, I'm a master's student right now, and I heard that it's, uh, a little weird to talk about what you're focusing on as a master's student, but, um, to be a little bit more precise than literature, I study Irish drama.\nExaminer: Good.\nCandidate: Mm-hmm.\nExaminer: And... do you enjoy it?\nCandidate: I have a love and hate relationship with it. I mean, I- I definitely enjoy it enough to choose, uh, the path of pursuing my studies, but I hate it at times because it makes me feel very stupid.\nExaminer: Fair enough, fair enough. Um, do you, uh, do you look forward to finishing and beginning work?\nCandidate: Uh, in the near future?\nExaminer: Yeah.\nCandidate: I am planning on it, because this is my fourth semester as a master's student, and usually, uh, master's program would end about in a- in a two-year, three-year type of situation. I am plan- I haven't gotten started on my thesis yet, so that's a bit of a problem, but other than that, I'm planning to graduate next summer.\nExaminer: Okay, great.\nCandidate: So, after that, maybe I could start working.\nExaminer: Good, good. And one final question. Do you prefer to study in the morning or the afternoon or the evening?\nCandidate: I am a night owl, so I definitely prefer to study at night or in around 3 a.m., 4 a.m. That's when I function the best. Um, I'm definitely not a morning person. I usually sleep- sleep till around noon or 1 p.m.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Okay. Well, that's a good start. Um, from there we can transition to part two. And in part two of the exam, as you may know, um, we have one prompt. And this is the prompt. You'll have a minute to take notes and prepare, and then you want to try to speak for two minutes.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Um, so take a moment to read that, make some notes, um, and in a minute we can get started. Okay, that's a minute there. Okay. Are you ready?\nCandidate: Yes, I am.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Alright, uh, so the person that came to mind, um, was a sing- is a singer named Yoon Ha. And I think she just popped up in my head because I was just listening to her song while I was on the subway here. Um, and she is a singer. Uh, I think she's been, I think she debuted around the, uh, around the early 2000s. So she's- she's been singing for quite some time as far as I know. And I know that she is currently, uh, A very big hit because of this one song called Event Horizon, and from what I remember, this song came out around, um, like February this year, so it's been a while, but then, um, during the fall, she's been performing in a lot of university festivals, and that's when a lot of people who didn't know about this song, um, started recognizing it, and they've started listening to it, and it's now back on the charts and everything, so... Uh, that's what she's done. And I think she's popular because she sings really effortlessly. You know, all the high notes, all the vibrato and stuff, she does it so amazingly yet effortlessly. And I am sort of in awe of this person now. So, she comes to mind. She- she's the person that came to mind.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Um, one or two follow-ups. What style of music would you say\nCandidate: Uh, I think she does, uh, like a soft rock slash band type of music. She plays the keyboard and there's like a backup band behind her whenever she sings live. Um, I can't say, uh, that I'm sure for all of her songs though because I haven't listened to that many songs of hers yet.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And is she really popular at the moment?\nCandidate: I think she is, yes.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Good. Very good, very good. Um, with that, we can move on to part three. Alright. If you're ready. Uh, so I'll just ask a range of questions here.\nCandidate: Mm-hmm.\nExaminer: Um, and the first one is, what kind of people are popular at work?\nCandidate: At work. I think people who are, uh, Hmm. I think, for Koreans, I think people who are really good at drinking and love alcohol, um, are usually very popular. I- I wanted to say that people who do their jobs really well would be popular, but I think that that's not always the case. So, yeah, people who are outgoing and are alwa- always willing to go for a drink afterwards are very popular.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, and do you think bosses are more popular than employees at work?\nCandidate: I don't think so, normally, because if you say, in a boss and employee type of situation, there's always a hierarchy and, uh, even if you're a very outgoing person and you're very casual, it's hard to, uh, forget that that person's your boss and, you know, they have the power to stop giving you money at one point. So, yes, I think it's, uh, it takes a lot of, um, effort for a boss to be very popular at work.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, and which do you think is more important? Keeping a good relationship with colleagues, or being well, or, uh, doing well, or being good at your job?\nCandidate: Huh. I personally want to be the person who is good at their job, but, uh, to be popular, I think maintaining a good relationship with your colleagues is a little bit better, and therefore, it seems like that's the better per- that's the, uh, better employee to have at workplace sometimes.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, and one more question. Um, what benefits are there when a child is popular at school?\nCandidate: Benefits. Um, I- I think they would get a lot of valentines. Um, or gifts. Uh, they would have a lot of friends wanting to come to their birthday parties. Yeah.\nExaminer: Yeah. And how would that impact the child's life in school?\nCandidate: Um, I think being very popular from a very young age would impact a child To, uh, not have as many problems, uh, in their social life, um, probably because, normally because they would always have people who want to be with them, who would want to be with them. And, um, but at the same time, I feel like that would alway- also help, uh, not help them, um, impact them in ways where they... won't be able to fulfill certain things as well when they have, like, you know, challenges faced in front of them because they wouldn't have had to try so hard in the past, yeah.\nExaminer: Alright. Well, really nicely done.",
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  "title": "189 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's start. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Hello, my name is Minjeong Kim, but I prefer called by Kimberly, my English name, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, and are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm a student right now, uh, I'm in Gyeonggi University in Department of Tourism and Manage- Tourism and Event Management, yep.\nExaminer: And do you like your major?\nCandidate: I do like my major. Uh, it's very interesting. Uh, we learn about, um, international conferences and tourism, basically. Uh, but my favorite part would be branding and marketing, which is, like, super interesting.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. Now we're gonna talk about morning time. So, do you like getting up early in the morning?\nCandidate: Oh, I am 100% for sure morning person. I would get up at around 7, so that I can do my morning routine, like yoga, writing journals. So, yeah, I'm definitely a morning person.\nExaminer: And what did you do in the morning when you were younger?\nCandidate: When I was younger, actually, um, when I was young, I wasn't a morning person. Uh, I would always tell my mom, like, ten more minutes, please, and just lie in bed. Uh, so as a kid, uh, I didn't really enjoy morning.\nExaminer: Yeah. Okay. Um, do you spend your mornings doing the same things on both weekends and weekdays?\nCandidate: I try to do that. I am, uh, so into routines. Uh, I always like to do the same thing over and over again, which some people- for some people might sound a little bit boring, but for me, it's just a way to start my day. So, yes, I would definitely keep the routine.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. And do you think it's important to eat breakfast in the morning?\nCandidate: Ah, that... So, I used to think that it's very important to eat breakfast to gain the energy for, you know, the day to get started, um, but to be honest, right now, I don't really eat breakfast, I would just drink coffee, uh, it's so much easier, and I feel like I want to spend more time on doing something else than eating breakfast, which is kind of, I don't know, but yeah, I- I feel that way.\nExaminer: Indeed. Alright, now we're going to talk about sports programs.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: So, do you like watching sports programs on TV?\nCandidate: Mmm, yes and no. It depends on what sports program it is. Uh, for example, I am really into volleyball, especially, like, Korean women volleyball. Uh, so I would definitely watch that, but except for that, uh, no, not really. So it depends on the programs.\nExaminer: And do you like to watch live sports games?\nCandidate: Uh, if it's like Olympic, like a big sports event, I would definitely watch, since I'm also studying events, so it's also like studying, but also watching something fun, um, but if it's not like a big event, I- I wouldn't watch. Hmm, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. And who do you like to watch sports games with?\nCandidate: Oh, mmm, my friends or my family? Uh, I don't think it really depends, like, who I'm watching. It's, uh, actually, it depends. Uh, I like to watch it with people who likes the sports, so we can cheer for the same team, maybe we can argue, I think that way it's even, uh, more fun.\nExaminer: Mmm. Yep. And, uh, what kind of games do you expect to watch in the future?\nCandidate: In the future... Um, I am not sure about that question, but, yeah, I would, uh, again, go for volleyball, since I'm really into it, and, um, yeah, volleyball, I'll say, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, and when you were a child, did you used to play sports?\nCandidate: Yes, a lot. Uh, so, during middle school, I was in international, uh, school in China. Um, we had a lot of afternoon, like, activities.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: So, I would play soccer, volleyball, basketball, track. I- I did a lot of sports.\nExaminer: Mm. Yeah. Okay. Mm-hmm. All right, that will do for part one. Okay. So, we'll go on to the second part now. Your question. This is the one. There you go. There's a pencil for you.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Alright, so I'll give you one minute to take some notes. You can begin. That's one minute.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Alright. So yeah, the part two question is, describe a place in your country, or part of your country, that you would like to recommend to visitors.\nCandidate: Yeah, um, I would recommend Haeundae, which is located in Busan. Uh, Haeundae is basically a beach. Um, it's an area where you have so many things to do. For example, there would be swimming, surfing, beach ball, and there's a lot of, like, cute- cute decorated cafes around, so it's very good for both people who likes to go into the water or don't. Um, It's located in Busan, for sure, but I'm not so good at geography, uh, so I can't really say, like, which location it is, but it's somewhere in Busan. You can search up on Google Maps. And, um, I would recommend- I would really recommend this place, uh, since it's my hometown, first of all, so I'm really- I really love Busan. Um, and also it's super touristic place, you get to meet a lot of new people, you get to hang out, it's also a great place to hang out with your friends and family. Um, and I have a lot of memories in Haeundae, so I just have this good feeling that if you go to Haeundae, you will have so much fun, make so much good new memories. And so on, so, yeah, Haeundae is definitely a place I would, uh, recommend for the visitors. And also, I actually recommend it to my friends, um, which I met back in, uh, Germany. Uh, they actually knew about Haeundae since, uh, the Train to Busan, the movie, is super famous. So, they were like, oh, I'm so into going there, and, yeah, so, Haeundae would be great place for, The city. Yes.\nExaminer: Alright. Perfect. Okay, so we'll go on to part three of the test now.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Alright. So, first question. Is it important to take photos when traveling?\nCandidate: Ooh, I love photo. Like, I would definitely say photo is a big part of traveling. Uh, since taking photo really makes you keep all the memories. So, even the traveling or the trip is ended, uh, you can always open your phone and Seeing those pictures make you go back, back to the time where you were having fun. So, photos, videos, whatever that is, I would definitely, yeah, I think a lot of people should do that, do that, yes.\nExaminer: And are there any disadvantages of taking a lot of photos?\nCandidate: Hmm, yes, actually, uh, so, I traveled a lot of places in Europe, um, I, of course, took a lot of photos, but, uh, while taking photos, you might miss something special that's happening around you, so, I think it's about choosing between, are you going to keep the memory for longer, or are you really into that place, like, at the moment, right now, so, yeah.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Mm-hmm.\nExaminer: And what do you think people usually do with their photos that they take?\nCandidate: Hmm, a lot of things, actually. First of all, uh, they would look at them and think of their good memories, but also they would post on social media since it's a big platform right now. Uh, I think social media is not only just about showing off, but it's also about telling people new informations and sharing good, uh, things.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Nice.\nCandidate: Mm-hmm.\nExaminer: And can- can you trust other people's travel journals on the internet?\nCandidate: Hmm, ah, that's a hard question. Um, it depends on the person or the personality, I think. Uh, some- these days, a lot of people get, uh, sponsored by certain, like, platform, or they get a lot of sponsorship. So, if it's sponsored by someone or something, Uh, that might make the post not so, uh, easy to believe, but if it's, like, really personal opinions about it, then, yes, I would trust. But, yeah, you would have to seek for those who have really good, uh, information, yeah.\nExaminer: Yes. Um, and how do you think people get information about new travel destinations these days?\nCandidate: Ooh, uh, actually, I was surprised about how people search for the information. Um, I would usually go for Google, or, like, Google Map for the information, but, uh, for example, my friend, and a lot of my peo- uh, friends around, uh, they use Instagram to search up the information for traveling, so they would use hashtag to search up, for example, when they're going to a small country in, I don't know, uh, Germany, they would search up, like, a small town in Germany, so it's so different these days, and there's a lot of information, so, yeah.\nExaminer: Do you think, is there any difference in the way younger people travel and the way older people travel?\nCandidate: Totally, totally. Uh, I actually, uh, right now I'm studying about that. Um, so older people would use a travel agent to go to certain places since they have a lot of money, first of all. Um, it depends on people, of course, but they have a lot of money, they would, uh, Invest, invest, kind of, uh, invest to the agent, and they would see a lot of places, but they would still be in a bus, moving together and everything, so they wouldn't care about, like, transportation and everything. Um, but on the other hand, younger people, they would go for self-troubling, I'll say, if that's a word. Um, yeah, so, I think there's a big difference, I think, yeah.\nExaminer: Yeah, right. What are- what do you think is the biggest advantage of traveling by yourself and not in a tour group?\nCandidate: Ooh, uh, definitely, I think, uh, if you're traveling by yourself, you get to meet new people, it's easier to access, since you're not in a group, you don't have friends around you, so you maybe get to reach out for help and stuff, and in that kind of, uh, if that situation comes up, you'll get to meet a lot of new people, which is such a great opportunity, so, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: That will do us. Thank you.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: All right.\nCandidate: Okay.",
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  "title": "190 - IELTS Speaking Band 4.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's begin. Okay. So, first question. Could you describe your hometown for me?\nCandidate: Uh, my hometown is Samcheok. It's a really small city, and it is countryside, and it is location for, uh, East Korea. It's a part of Korea, so... I really like my hometown, but it's too small, so, that don't have a lots of convenience store, and, but however, I'm like a nature.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And what do you like to do when you have some free time?\nCandidate: I really like a cartoon, especially Japanese cartoon, um, Uh, it's- if I have, uh, free time, I just- I'm watching cartoon for my cell phone. It's, uh, I- I know the, uh, website, so that time I can see lots of cartoons, so I'm enjoying that.\nExaminer: Alright, now we're gonna talk about weather. Uh, so what's the weather like where you live?\nCandidate: Like, it's- I really like, uh, sun. It's, uh, um, sunny day, I really like it. I work outdoor, and time, uh, spend the time outside, and feel nature.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: However, I don't like, uh, cloud day, because it can- it make, uh, sad, and little bit, uh, rain is really stressful for me.\nExaminer: Mm. Okay. And... do you prefer cold or hot weather?\nCandidate: I prefer... Hot weather, because if- if cold weather is, uh, I have to wear lots of clothes, I don't like that situation. But in, uh, in hot weather, I can take a shower one time, and that time I'm- my temperature is getting, uh, better. So I really, uh, dislike cold weather, so...\nExaminer: All right. And do you usually check the weather forecast?\nCandidate: You know, of course, because weather is, uh, really important to my one-day life, because, uh, if, uh, weather is good, I feel really happy, and I want to go outside, and, Uh, I'm, uh, call my friend and let's go outside together. But, however, it's getting, uh, it's rain day. I'm really don't want to go outside and I'm just sleep all day. So, really, it's weather is important for me.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. Uh, now we're gonna talk about social media. So, do you or your friends like using social media?\nCandidate: Social media is- now is many people start to YouTube channel, like, and it- in, uh, child really changes they- their dream. It's- if, uh, ask the child, what's your dream, is, uh, they say, uh, YouTube, uh, stir. Like, it's social media is so, it's popular in, in the day. So, and my friend, and some of my friends turn to, uh, YouTube channel, and some people, every day, upload to the Instagram. Then, uh, they share their life. So, I think it's, uh, now it is, uh, like, social media is really important in our life.\nExaminer: Hmm. And do you think some of your friends use social media too much?\nCandidate: Yeah, I- I'm already told you is, uh, my- some of my friend is upload Instagram every day, and they shared all their life, but if I'm not, uh, tech- talk to And then, if I see a death story, and I'm not talking some message, they call me, why you don't tag me? Why, so, why I have to see your life? So, but, really, some people is important that, so, I don't like that situation, really.\nExaminer: Alright, perfect. That will do us for part one, so now let's go on to part two of the test. Let me give you your question. So, here is your question. Yeah, and there's a pencil. So, you can take notes here. So, I'll give you one minute for note-taking, alright? Alright, mate, that's one minute. So, could you describe the home of someone you know well and that you often visit?\nCandidate: Okay, I'm talking about my friend's house. It's, uh, I'm- now I'm living in Suwon, and my friend's house is really my house, and we are best friends. We met, uh, when I was a university student, and now we are really close friends, and Uh, so, sometime we, uh, is- I- I visit my ho- my friend's house, uh, for three times a week, because, like, we eat dinner together or drink together, because we don't have a close friend in, uh, near the- our house, because now, uh, we're- university is, uh, in Busan, so all- all we are close friend is live in Busan, so... We just close friend, uh, is we're only friend in the that area. So, and now is we can make a new friend because is pandemic is make a that. So, now, I'm- but we really like that situation because we're so close friend, we talk lots of time, and, uh, If I visit, uh, his house, I'm really comfortable and fun and happy because, uh, sometimes I feel lonely, but if I drink with him and we share our life and give us some- sometime give advice and sometime we, uh, Share the funny story, so that time we- I- I get a energy. So, I- I can do lots of things tomorrow and do that.\nExaminer: Okay, mate, that's two minutes. Alright. Have you guys met recently?\nCandidate: Yeah, I'm really like him. And we're- hobby is same. Like, uh, I don't like a game, so... If we meet together, we do bowling or pocketball. Yeah, so, we have the same hobby. So, that time, really, we enjoyed that game.\nExaminer: Nice, man. Alright, we're going to the third part of the test now. We're almost there. Alright. What are the differences between buildings in the city and buildings in the countryside?\nCandidate: Uh, it- it's different, uh, is how many building in the- that area. It's, uh, in con- for example, in, uh, city, many building in small area, and really building is high. So many people live in there, and many people, uh, um, I want to live in there, that small area, and, but, however, its countryside is, uh, a few, uh, buildings in, uh, that area, and it's not high, because really small people live in that area, so they don't need to build a high, high, high building. So, that is really, its population is different.\nExaminer: Mm, right. And do you think young people prefer to live in large cities or in rural areas?\nCandidate: I think it's rural area is don't have a lots of, uh, Uh, a big thing and, uh, like, I think it's, uh, big city is, um, more... have, um, lots of activity and, uh, lots of friends. So, I'm really like, uh, living city because that time I get, uh, really many job and, uh, good job and, uh, get, um, many people, uh, my- many friend. I can make, uh, lots of friend, so... I think it's younger people and, uh, education is more, uh, good to city, so I think it's, uh, it's many people want to live in big city.\nExaminer: Okay, yes. Um, what do you think are the advantages of living in the countryside?\nCandidate: Countryside? Actually, my home- hometown is a really small home, uh, countryside. So, that time, I- if I visit my hometown, I feel really happy because know many people and fish, uh, free area, air. Like, nature is so good. So, that time, uh, and we- my hometown have a sea, a beach. So, that time, really, this beach is so clean, and so I'm really relaxed and different. So, I think it's like, Sometimes it's a city and, uh, have a, like, travel jam and many people get lots of stress, so many people want to, uh, travel for countryside, so that is really good.\nExaminer: Alright, okay. And do you think it's expensive to decorate a house or an apartment in your country?\nCandidate: Yeah, it's- it is really imp- is- expensive, because, um, now is, uh, technology is getting good, so almost is, uh, tech- uh, technology connect the cell phone, so that time we turn off the, uh, tech- is- our thing is for...\nExaminer: Cell phone?\nCandidate: So, that is- is prices more getting high. So, I think it's, uh, Later, it's, uh, many decorate, uh, if I decorate my room, I'm almost, uh, it's lots of thing is connect, uh, my phone, and that is really expensive, so I'm really worried about that.\nExaminer: Okay, yeah. And what do you think people consider the most important thing about their home?\nCandidate: It's, it, I think it's most important of my home is kitchen. Now, my father make our home. That time, we really, this, Really long time describe, uh, how to make a kitchen. Like, color, and how, uh, what kind, uh, these things come to kitchen, and how to using that kitchen. And sometime, uh, my younger brother say, I want to make a bar. Like, So, that- that time, yeah, is, uh, really feel funny, and if someone visit my house, they really surprised that. So, I think is- also is, uh, eating place is kitchen, so is- it is really important to our life. So, it's, uh, like, how to consider the- that kitchen is really important to our life, I think.\nExaminer: Alright then, that's us mate, we're finished.",
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  "title": "191 - IELTS Speaking Band 9.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My full name is Katarina Heller, but everyone calls me Katie.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. And, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I am working now.\nExaminer: Could you tell me about your job?\nCandidate: Um, I work as an actress and model, so I work in the entertainment industry, which is a lot of fun.\nExaminer: What do you like most about your job?\nCandidate: I like that you get to meet so many new people, you get to go to so many new places, and it's always different. So it's really exciting.\nExaminer: Okay. And could you tell me about your hometown?\nCandidate: Um, I'm originally from Vienna. Vienna is the capital of Austria. And I lived there until I was 16, and then after that, it was, like, on and off. So I went back and forth.\nExaminer: Okay. And what's the best thing about your hometown?\nCandidate: Um, I would say the best thing is that it's like a really traditional city, so it has a lot of really beautiful old buildings and palaces and cafes, and it just has this, like, really special atmosphere, and it's very peaceful and quiet.\nExaminer: Great. Is there anything you dislike about it?\nCandidate: Yeah, like, one thing I dislike is, for example, the- the subway and the train system, because there are so many delays, so usually you have to wait for a while and you can never really be sure if the subway will actually arrive on time or not, so that's a bit of a problem.\nExaminer: Okay, uh, now we're gonna talk about, uh, being happy. So, has anything made you feel happy recently?\nCandidate: Yeah, there have been a lot of things that have made me feel happy, but especially, um, I've been working out a lot recently, and so when I see my progress, that makes me feel really happy. So when you stand in front of the mirror in the morning and you see that, you know, you can see the lines of your muscles popping out a little bit more, that makes you feel really proud and happy.\nExaminer: Great. And what do you do in your daily life to stay happy?\nCandidate: Um, I try to always switch things up a little bit so that it doesn't get boring. So I try to go to new places on the weekend, for example. Like, always try out something new and then spend a lot of time with people I love. So yeah, those are the things that make me happy.\nExaminer: Okay. And is it possible for people to be happy all the time?\nCandidate: I don't think so. I think it's very, um, human to feel a whole range of emotions. Like, you can be sad sometimes, or disappointed, or angry, or frustrated, but, like, acknowledging these emotions and then accepting them and finding a way back to feeling happy is what is important, in my opinion.\nExaminer: Mmm, great. Mmm. Now let's switch it up, let's talk about, uh, some window view scenery. So, from the window of your home, what scenery can you see?\nCandidate: Um, I can see a lot of shops and- and a busy street, usually a lot of people and- and motorcycles.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: But I can also see the sky, so that's quite nice.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. Do you think it's important to have a good view from your home?\nCandidate: Yeah, definitely. Like, especially when you spend a lot of time at your desk, for example, it's so much nicer to look at, you know, nature or, like, the sky instead of just a wall. It makes you feel a lot more refreshed and motivated, I think.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And how do you feel when you're in a room where you can't see much scenery or nice view from the window?\nCandidate: It kind of makes you feel caged. Like, you don't really feel connected to the world anymore because you don't see anything of the other, like, the outer world, so you just feel, like, really stuck in that room.\nExaminer: Okay, alright. That'll do us. Alright, perfect. Okay, so for part two, I've given you the question on a pen, so now I'll give you one minute to do some note-taking.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: So you can begin. Alright, that's one minute now.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Okay, so your question. Could you describe a person who you think wears unusual clothes?\nCandidate: Yeah, the person that came to my mind right away is my friend. She's Korean, and she's I think 25 years old if I remember correctly. And we met at a music video shoot because she's also an actress. So we did this shoot together and it took 12 hours and so we had to spend a lot of time together. We also had to act together so we really just connected and got to know each other really well during that shoot. And, um, the unusual thing that she does is that she Always wears two coats on top of each other. So, for example, some people would wear, like, a, you know, one of those inner coats first, and then they would put an outer coat on, on top of it. But she just wears two, like, full-blown winter coats on top of each other. Which is quite strange, like, I've never seen them before. So, yeah, but she always says she feels cold, so... That's her method of dealing with the winter in Korea. Yeah. So that's quite unusual, but she, her style in general is unusual. Like she always dyes part, part of her, her hair red. So it's not all of her hair, but just like part of it. And then she would combine like, um, like workout clothes, like gym wear with heels or the other way around, like a skirt and then like big sneakers. So that's the style that she's into usually.\nExaminer: Okay. Perfect, yep. Alright, let's begin part three. So, do you think pe- what people wear can influence their mood?\nCandidate: Oh, definitely. I think it's so important to wear something that makes you feel good, because if you wear clothes that make you, Clothes that look bad or that feel very tight and uncomfortable, it usually, um, makes you feel annoyed or it can be even a little bit exhausting if the- the clothes always, like, you know, they don't really fit well. And then if you look into the mirror and you don't like what you see, then obviously that also doesn't really make you feel confident and happy, I think.\nExaminer: Mmm, okay. And do you think it's a good idea to buy clothes online?\nCandidate: Um, I think there are good points and bad points. So, obviously, if you buy clothes online, then you can- you just have a lot more different styles to choose from. You can buy clothes from other countries even, which you can't if you have to go to a store, unless you're super rich. But, um, that's definitely a big plus. But, um, the- the downside is that you can't try the clothes on. Like, you can't try them on, you can't even look at them or touch them to get a feel for the quality. So I think that's a big problem.\nExaminer: Absolutely. Do you think- is online shopping for clothes popular in your country?\nCandidate: I think it's getting more and more popular. So when I compare it to, like, 10 or 20 years ago, then people definitely shop online way more now than back in the days.\nExaminer: And do you think, in the future, online shopping will totally replace shopping in stores?\nCandidate: I don't think it will totally replace it, because, as I just said, there are still so many things you can't do when you shop online. So you can't check the quality, you can't check the fit, um, You can't, you also can't really trust all of those companies. You never know where your money will go or, or what you will get in the end. So I think there's still a lot of people who prefer to just shop in a regular store.\nExaminer: Okay. And in your country, what kind of clothes do people wear in the workplace?\nCandidate: Um, it really depends on the workplace. So, some people would really wear a suit or a blouse and a skirt to work, and then others would just come in jeans and a sweater. So, it really depends on- on your position and the company you work for.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think, uh, it's important for people to dress up a bit while they work?\nCandidate: I think it makes you feel, or it makes the whole environment feel more professional, if everyone's dressed up a little. I think if it's too much, it can be a bit uncomfortable. So especially if you have to sit in front of a computer the whole day long, it doesn't really make sense to wear, like, a full suit. But to look a little bit, um, nicer and- and to have this, like, slightly formal atmosphere, I think, can be very helpful.\nExaminer: And do you think, uh, employers should get some input from employees regarding the company dress code?\nCandidate: Um, yeah, I think, first of all, it usually depends on the company and the- the company image and then the job that the employees are doing, like if they are working with customers or just at the office. But I think it's definitely important to listen to your employees and see, What they think about the dress code and what their ideas are. Because they're ultimately the people who have to wear those clothes.\nExaminer: Exactly. And what are the differences between clothes worn by old people and clothes worn by younger people?\nCandidate: I think, um, older people usually wear styles that are more conservative, so, Whether it's, like, the colors or, um, just the style of the clothes, it's usually more, um, simple. And then younger people, especially nowadays, like to wear bright colors and, like, clothes that are- that don't have that much fabric, so, you know, a little bit more cleavage or something. Um, yeah, so I think younger people wear a lot more different styles than older people.\nExaminer: Indeed. All right, that'll do us for part three. Thank you.",
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  "serial": 192,
  "title": "192 - IELTS Speaking Band 4.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: So, let's start, let's talk about your hometown. So, could you describe your hometown for me, please?\nCandidate: My hometown is Suwon. Uh, since I was four, four years old, uh, I lived in Suwon, uh, uh, until 20 years old. So, the city is pretty lively, and a lot of options and food in there. So, uh, it's very nice city in Korea.\nExaminer: And is there anything you dislike about your hometown?\nCandidate: Yeah, I think definitely population. Uh, it's, uh, when- when I watch the soccer game in the stadium, it's too crowded sometimes. Like, such a big game. I don't- I don't like, uh, a lot of population.\nExaminer: Alright. And what do you do in your free time?\nCandidate: Uh, I usually watch, uh, soccer game and YouTube, uh, because my favorite sport is soccer. So, I like- I like to watch soccer game.\nExaminer: Alright. Now we're gonna talk about, uh, mobile phones. So, what was your first mobile phone?\nCandidate: My first mobile phone was, uh, I think the name is Taken? Take? Maybe Take? When I was, uh, 13 years old, uh, my mom gave- gave me that phone. I think the phone was not good, but I usually use that at the time.\nExaminer: And nowadays, do you use your phone more for texting or calling?\nCandidate: These days, everybody use KakaoTalk, so, I also use KakaoTalk application.\nExaminer: And why do you prefer texting?\nCandidate: It's more comfortable to use. Uh, it's very easy to, to talk with others.\nExaminer: And do you have any plan to buy a new mobile phone?\nCandidate: Yeah, I will, uh, maybe four months later, I will buy iPhone.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. And how has your mobile phone changed your life?\nCandidate: I think a lot. Uh, maybe, I guess, uh, five times, maybe. Maybe, uh, uh, yeah.\nExaminer: Yeah, so, because of your mobile phone, your life is very different, do you think? Uh, because of your mobile phone, is your life more convenient or easier?\nCandidate: Yes. Uh, I think, uh, mobile phone, uh, Use again and again, if, uh, this phone is old, so I will- I will buy you- you one.\nExaminer: Alright. Now let's talk about, uh, finding and losing lost items. So what would you do if you found something lost by someone else?\nCandidate: Uh, maybe I- I- if I find some- something of someone else, uh, I will give to, uh, that- that thing to police officer. Yeah. So, if- if someone lost something, uh, it's more easier to find that one.\nExaminer: Okay. And have you ever lost anything?\nCandidate: Yeah, maybe a few weeks ago, I lost my, uh, charger, phone charger, in the bus, bus. Uh, so, but I- I cannot, uh, find it.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. Alright, that'll do us for part one. Now let's move on to the second part of the test. Okay, so here is your part two question, and there's a pencil. So you can, uh, take one minute now to do some note-taking. So, yeah, you can begin. All right, I mean, that's one minute. Let's move on to your question. Okay, so for the part two question, could you describe a time you went on a long walk?\nCandidate: Uh, maybe... Uh, five months ago, uh, I, uh, I worked with my friend, my high school friend, Sung Yong. Uh, I talk a lot, uh, about our future, uh, during this long work. Uh, we worked in Gwanggyo River Lake, uh, uh, River Park. Uh, so, that- that time, uh, We- we very feel- we are very- feel good about- to talk about our future. So, uh, I- I asked him, uh, what you gonna do in the future, and- and he asked me what you gonna do in the future. So, it- it's very, uh... I feel, think a lot at the time, at the moment, yeah. And, uh, it's- it's quite hard to work in there, but- but it's very meaningful time for me and- and him, so...\nExaminer: Okay? That's about a minute and forty seconds now. Okay, so yeah, in the- the real exam, you have a maximum of two minutes. Yeah, maximum time. Alright. Okay, so do you often walk with this friend?\nCandidate: Yeah, sometimes, uh, but, uh, we- we- we don't work usually, just, uh, talk- talk with- uh, talk in the- some places. Cafe or something.\nExaminer: Nice one. Alright, so that'll do us for part two, so we'll go on to the third part of the test now, alright? So yeah, let's keep going. Just gonna check the time. Okay. Alright, so, part three. Is leisure time important to everyone?\nCandidate: Leisure? Uh, I think, yes, these days, uh, a lot of people, uh, usually to enjoy leisure sports. So, um, I think, uh, for example, for me, I like leisure sports to, like, uh, Skiing, something. So, uh, in winter, uh, I usually go to ski park with my friends or family. So, it's important, I think.\nExaminer: Do you think, in general, people in your country have enough free time these days?\nCandidate: I don't think so, because, um, DJs, uh, still in the country, uh, do, uh, work a lot of time, uh, most of people. Uh, so, for example, my father work a lot- a lot of times in the weekdays, so, uh, yeah, I- I don't think so.\nExaminer: And what can governments do to, uh, ensure that their citizens have enough leisure time?\nCandidate: Uh, I think, uh, government can, uh, should make about the rule about- about this topic. So, yeah, make the- make the rule. They- they should make the rule.\nExaminer: Hmm, yeah. And do you think, is it government's responsibility to make people more active, or is it an individual's responsibility?\nCandidate: Uh, I think... Uh, it's- it's half and half. Uh, I think government should make the rule at the same time. Uh, individual person, uh, uh, can- can make, uh, make their own free time, I think.\nExaminer: And compared to the past, do you think nowadays, uh, people do more exercise or less exercise?\nCandidate: I think definitely more exercise these days, because still they don't have enough free time, but compared to past, I think they have more free time. So, I think they exercise a lot these days compared to past.\nExaminer: And in terms of outdoor activities, uh, what outdoor activities are popular in your country?\nCandidate: I think, hiking or playing soccer or basketball. Young people usually like playing soccer or basketball in their school, but old people usually like to hike or climb the mountain. So, yeah, that's the most popular words.\nExaminer: And do you think young people also like to go hiking?\nCandidate: Um, yes, some people, some of them like hiking, but I don't like the hike.\nExaminer: Why not?\nCandidate: Uh, it's- it's too hard, it's tired. Uh, when I was young, my father go to hiking with me, but I- I don't like to at the time.\nExaminer: Right. That'll do us. That'll do us for the test, man. Thank you.\nCandidate: Yeah, thank you.",
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  "serial": 193,
  "title": "193 - IELTS Speaking Band 6.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's begin. Alright, so, tell me your full name, please.\nCandidate: Uh, my name is Yongchan Jeong.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you work, or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm a student now.\nExaminer: Could you tell me about your major?\nCandidate: Um, I'm taking a logistics as my major, um, which is support people to shorten and simplify the process of, uh, supplying items to the market. I guess it's useful and practical for people to maximize their income and make- economize their expenditure on some items.\nExaminer: And do you like your major?\nCandidate: Mmm, absolutely not, because I've lost my interest in my specialization. Personally, I make a contemporary report to change my specialization in data science, because contemporary people regard it as opportunity to get a decent job and get some meaningful rewards, such as a high salary.\nExaminer: Okay. And what do you like to do when you have some free time?\nCandidate: Mmm... Honestly, when I develop some theme, I play video games or have a conversation with my bosom- my bosom friends. Because it's the best way to alleviate my stress from studies and, uh, friends reap the kings. You know, memory, uh, and force me to get a job.\nExaminer: Okay. Uh, now we're gonna talk about memory. So, are you good at remembering things?\nCandidate: Hmm, certainly, yes, I can say that. I can memorize a vocabulary, some sentences, including some thesis, knowledge, and so on.\nExaminer: Hmm.\nCandidate: Thanks to it, uh, I've gotten a good academic score for some tests, um, midterm, you know, namely, midterm tests or final tests in my- in my university.\nExaminer: And what is your method of remembering things?\nCandidate: In fact, um, I study divided into, uh, four sections, or five sections, uh, according to subject. First day, I do mathematics, or second day, or science, and another subject. So, I can manage my time, and, Um, my skills, systematically.\nExaminer: Okay. And have you ever forgotten something that was very important?\nCandidate: Hmm. If I recall correctly, uh, when I was traveling to the east part of Europe, uh, I wrote my passport. So, it took me over five hours to find it back.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And why do some people have a good memory, but others do not?\nCandidate: Hmm, in my opinion, it depends on their gene, which means, uh, their parents inherit their techniques and abilities to their small ones. So, in this, uh, for this reason, uh, people have, um, Another, uh, what I mean, different memories according to their parents or ancestors.\nExaminer: Okay. Let me give you a couple more questions about, let's talk about cars. Okay, so, do you enjoy traveling by car?\nCandidate: Hmm, surely, yes. Because it's the best way to mitigate my sturdy, uh, climbing stress, uh, from my test. Besides, hmm, I enjoy the speed points, uh, caused by automobiles. Um, once a week, I try to utilize my cars, uh, to spend a plethora of time doing some activities with my friends.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And do you prefer to be a driver or passenger in a car?\nCandidate: Actually, I had to choose one. I would select, um, a passenger because I concentrate on, uh, having a conversation. Uh, that means communicating with others instead of driving. You know, driving make- make people, I mean, feel, uh, tired and some obnoxious. It's stressful for me.\nExaminer: Okay, all right, that'll do us for part one. Okay, so we'll move on to part two of the test now. Yeah, there we go. So here's your question mate, and there's a pencil for you. So I'll give you one minute to make some notes. All right, so yeah, you can begin. All right mate, that is one minute. Okay, so your part two question, could you describe a famous athlete you know?\nCandidate: At the top of my head, uh, this question reminds me of Georges St-Pierre, uh, who is the fifth World Weight Champion, EFC. Uh, if my service is right, um, I came across this competition a couple of years ago when I was a freshman. I'm fond of water combat sports, you know, such as mixed martial arts, taekwondo, and so on. Because it supports me to escape from my endless boring daily routines. Uh, which means, thanks to it, uh, I can blow up some things. Hmm, anyway, uh, his enthusiasm and, of course, to get a champion belt before, uh, touched my heart because I knew how competitive, uh, he was. And, uh, he's a good man in the name of a fighter and a father, parents. He's well-known for a donator in the world also. Uh, in this respect, I admire him. Uh, moreover, when he's got a champion belt and get a, uh, what I mean, achieve his first goal, um, he struck cold with, uh, audience, including myself. Um, in a sense, I try to do the same as what he did. I also, uh, dreaming of, um, be a pro fighter, uh, in the future, one day, someday, or so. So, in conclusion, uh, he has a special place in my heart, and, uh, when he's became champion, um, It's, um, uh, my unforgettable memory.\nExaminer: Okay, so two minutes, yep. All right. Georges St-Pierre. Ah, so you're a UFC fan. Hmm, okay. How long have you been watching, uh, MMA?\nCandidate: Uh, I've been doing for over five hours.\nExaminer: I'm sorry, five years. Five years? Ah, okay. Nice, man. Sounds good. Do you think is that sport popular in your country?\nCandidate: Absolutely not, uh, it's not in vogue for Korean, because, I guess, uh, hitting their face and someone, uh, makes people tremble with fear.\nExaminer: Mm, okay. Alright, nice one. Let's go on to part three now, let's keep going. Okay, so, first question. What characteristics do you think an athlete should have?\nCandidate: From my point of view, uh, sportsmen should have, uh, sportsmanship, because they do sparring or go through competitions according to their rules. Uh, furthermore, they should make conservative efforts to, uh, achieve their certain aims, such as receiving a golden medal in the Olympics or getting a champion belt. So, um, those factors are essential for athletes.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, and why do you think there are so few top athletes?\nCandidate: To my knowledge, we can't deny that. Top position exists for only one person, you know, champion, a gold medal, and so on. So, um, we have to accept that, uh, no matter we, how hard, what I mean, how hard we try to, uh, reach top position, that doesn't mean, uh, everyone can fulfill their performance, unfortunately. Uh, therefore, for those reasons, your top sportsman exists in the world.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. Um, and in your country, what kind of exercise do people like to do?\nCandidate: From my perspective, it depends on their ages. Uh, if you're talking about elderly citizens, they're fond of jogging and Just walking in the public park, I guess, uh, most of them are fond of concentrating on, uh, keeping their healthy life- lives. On the flip side, people who are about my age or youngsters are keen on, um, doing some activities, namely, well, soccer, basketball, baseball, as well as, uh, some water combat sports. I guess, uh, through these sports, uh, they can alleviate the stress from ordinary days and war to death. Mmm, thus, I can say that.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Uh, do you think, um, the activities that people do these days are very different from the activities people did in the past?\nCandidate: Deeper, yes. In my opinion, in the past, uh, people was able to, uh, play some simple actions and pastimes such as, um, just soccer and basketball. That's all, uh, people are able to do. However, but now, uh, we can do extreme sports and water combat sports, uh, involving some, um, special actions, uh, namely climbing, paragliding, and so on. So, yeah, there's a huge distinction between old days and now.\nExaminer: And why do people like to watch sports on TV?\nCandidate: From my experience, there's a direct fact that live sports require people to, um, spend a large amount of time in appreciating. So, um, in this case, uh, people, uh, want to economize their expenditure on sports. For this reason, they prefer to appreciate sports on their televisions. Furthermore, we can watch sports and shows regardless of places and time. Therefore, for those reasons, people are fond of watching sports through their televisions.\nExaminer: What's the main difference between watching sports on TV and watching sports in a stadium?\nCandidate: Well, from my perspective, When people appreciate live sports, uh, they can be conveyed with, uh, audience enthusiasm and emotions vividly. However, well, live sports, uh, through, uh, watching live sports through TV, hm, make people feel, hm, bored to death, and sometimes, Melancholy. Uh, because there's a limit to, uh, how- how can- how they can feel others' emotions and the sportsman's efforts and endeavors, uh, to win. So... Yeah, there is a huge difference in between, yeah, appreciating, uh, a sport- a sport show, uh, through TV, and a ride.\nExaminer: Okay. That'll do us, mate. Finish the test.\nCandidate: Thank you.",
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  "serial": 194,
  "title": "194 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's begin. So, can you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, my full name is Minjeong Kim.\nExaminer: Okay, Minjeong. And are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm a student currently.\nExaminer: What are you studying?\nCandidate: I'm studying, uh, tourism and event management in Gyeonggi University, which is located in Seoul, Korea. But I'm also studying graphic design, besides.\nExaminer: And do you like your course?\nCandidate: I love my course, actually. Uh, in my, like, tourism and event management, we learn about marketing, tourism, and basically all the events, like, even the international conference kind of thing, so I'm very into it.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. And could you describe your hometown for me?\nCandidate: My hometown is Busan, uh, which is also known as the second capital of Korea, which first is Seoul, obviously. Um, yeah, I love my capital, I mean, so, Busan, yes.\nExaminer: Is there anything you dislike about your hometown?\nCandidate: Well, if I have to, you know, pick one, I would say the humi- humidity. Because Busan is surrounded by ocean, there's, like, when it's summer, Like, I get sweaty, and then the humidity makes me even, like, stickier, so that's the thing I don't like about.\nExaminer: Absolutely. Alright, now let's talk about colors. So, what is your favorite color?\nCandidate: My favorite color was brown, but then it changed to purple. Uh, purple, I like purple because I like the lavender, the flower, and, I mean, it's- the color of lavender is purple, and also, like, purple makes me feel very, uh, it's like my color, like, my favorite clothes color would be purple, so, yeah, that's why I like.\nExaminer: Mm, okay. And are there any colors that you dislike?\nCandidate: I don't like color yellow. It's not because, like, there's not obvious reasons for that, but I, like, when I wear something yellow, like the color yellow clothes, that makes me look very, uh, pale. So that's why I dislike it.\nExaminer: Okay. And what colors do your friends like the most?\nCandidate: My friends, uh, I think they like black the most, because black is like the most common color for everyone, so it goes with everything, and also white, the same reason.\nExaminer: Okay, and in terms of your home decoration, what color do you think suits a home decoration?\nCandidate: Definitely beige, like, brownish color, or, like, even white, uh, because I think all my desk or, like, chair is in color brown, so if I choose too bright color, for example, as, like, like, nude or pink, I think it- it- it isn't suitable for my room, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Uh, now we're gonna talk about new activities. Okay, so do you like to try new activities?\nCandidate: I love trying new things. I am actually, uh, uh, adventure lover, so I love trying new things. Yes, definitely.\nExaminer: And are there any activities you would like to try in the future?\nCandidate: I would love to try snowboarding, because during winter, as I said, I'm very of an active person, I love winter sports, but I've only tried skiing, so, and snowboarding is, like, looks so cool, but, like, I've never tried it, so, like, yeah, that's the one I want to really try.\nExaminer: Okay, um, and do you like to try new activities alone or with friends?\nCandidate: I would say, for the first time, I would be, I would need friends to be with me, because, so that, like, if I fall down, they could, you know, hold me. But, like, the second or third time, I would, it doesn't matter if I'm with someone or not.\nExaminer: Alright. And have you ever tried a new activity and not enjoyed it?\nCandidate: That, I never thought of, uh, I think I'll say no, because, like, I, if I try new stuff, I definitely learn something from it, so, like, even though I don't like it, like, dislike it, I would, I would, like, eventually know that, oh, I dislike this, and then, like, learn something from it. So, I wouldn't say I dislike it. I just, like, it's not my thing. I- yeah.\nExaminer: Yeah, good attitude. Yeah. Alright, that'll do us for part one. Let's move on to part two now. I'll give you your question. So, this is your question. Just pen or pencil, whichever one you want. Okay, so I'll give you one minute to do some note-taking.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Alright, so yeah, you can begin. Alright, then Min-Jung, last one minute. Alright, so, could you describe someone you really like to spend time with?\nCandidate: Okay, uh, I love spending time with my best friend. I met her in my high school time. Uh, I was in international school in China back then, so that's where I met her. We actually do a lot of things because she also is a very active person, um, but we love staying at home. So, like, we would paint nails and watch Netflixes, like, we love watching American TV shows because there's, like, we can learn new language from it, and I think there's a lot of advantage of that. So, those are the things we do. We also write letters to each other, which might sound a bit weird, because, you know, writing letter in front of someone who I'll give that letter to might- might be, like, a bit strange, but we love writing letters, so, like, we just do it anyway. Uh, we also love cooking and eating. Um, a lot of different food, like, we would make pizza or, like, spaghetti or even, like, Korean food such as doenjang-jjigae and all kinds of stuff. Um, also, like, the reason why I spend time with her is because she makes me feel very confident about myself. Uh, she always cheers me up, whatever I do. Even I failed making doenjang-jjigae, uh, she always say, hey, it's okay, like, it happens all the time. So, I think that's the reason why I love spending time with her. Also, she is very funny. Um, I like funny person, like, so, yeah, I think those are the reason why, yeah, I stay with her.\nExaminer: Yes, that's about 150 there now, okay, so that's enough for that. Alright, so these days do you meet her often?\nCandidate: Yes, I actually meet her the day before yesterday.\nExaminer: Ah, yeah? Apart from staying at home, are there any other activities you like to do?\nCandidate: We actually stay at home most of the time, but we sometimes go on- go to this, like, cafe. Those are, like, pretty, and, like, there's a lot of decorations for refreshing us. But, like, we love staying at home.\nExaminer: Nice. Okay, we'll move on to the third part of the test now. Okay, we'll go on to part three. All right. So, what kinds of people are easy to get along with?\nCandidate: Um, I would say people who are positive would get along well, or like, better, because I am more of a positive person than negative person. Um, so, it just- it just goes well, it just flows, like, our characteristic- if our characteristic hit off, I think that's the most important thing. Yeah, I think, like, personality.\nExaminer: Hmm, and are there any personality characteristics that people usually find it difficult to get along with other people?\nCandidate: Uh, it depends on people, but I- I might say, like, introvert people is a bit more hard to get along, because since they love staying by themselves, I mean, it depends on that pe- person, but, like, if she or he loves staying by herself, then I think that would be a bit difficult for, yeah, people to get along.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And do you think people spend more time by themselves these days?\nCandidate: These people, yes, due to corona, uh, the COVID-9 incident, I think that's kind of the thing... I think coronavirus made me an introvert. So, I think, yeah, definitely, these days.\nExaminer: Do you think is that a negative development?\nCandidate: I wouldn't say it's negative, because I've learned so much about myself during this period. So, it actually helps you figure out, like, who you really are and get to know yourself better. Yes.\nExaminer: And do you think it is important for managers or bosses to get along with their employees?\nCandidate: Definitely, because I wanna be a CEO one day. Uh, I definitely think being a friendly boss is the way to make their company succeed. Uh, because when they don't talk a lot, I mean, talking and conversation is, like, the main point of getting along, or, like, forming a, like, making the strength to move forward. But then, if they're not friendly, I don't know how they make that happen, like, I- I- I want to figure out, actually, but, yeah, that's what I think.\nExaminer: And in your country, is it common for this situation to happen?\nCandidate: Like, friendly situations. Uh, I think it totally depends on the situations, because some bosses, they're really friendly, but sometimes they're over-friendly, which makes the, uh, people very uncomfortable. So, I think it's important to keep this distance from people, but still keep- keep the friend- like, friendship. So, yeah.\nExaminer: Alright. And, do younger people like talking with older people?\nCandidate: I, like, I'm younger, I'm young people, person, so I would say yes, because they have a lot of experience ahead of us, because they live longer. So, I think they would love to talk to older people for advices. Yeah.\nExaminer: What is a piece of advice that older people can give younger people? What kind of advice?\nCandidate: I got from my dad that don't be afraid and just try it. That really helped me move forward, uh, because we tend to get afraid of something very easily because we haven't tried it yet. But my dad was like, don't think about it, like, how scary it is. Everyone got fear. You just gotta keep that fear in your mind and then move forward. And that really helped me.\nExaminer: Alright then. That'll do us. We'll finish there. Thank you. Alright.",
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  "title": "195 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's begin.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: So, first of all, could you tell me your name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, hello, my name is Anastasia, I'm from Ukraine.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. Could you tell me, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I am working right now, yeah.\nExaminer: Could you describe your job for me?\nCandidate: Yeah, sure, I'm working as a model and actress in Korea, uh, working in this field, really nice, because I have a schedule as I want to make it, you know, I'm doing as I want, I don't do the work I don't want to do, and, you know, when I was small, my mom told me, oh, you'll never make money with your beautiful eyes, so you need to start and do this and that, and now I can say, yeah, mom, I'm doing money with my\nExaminer: Uh, could you tell me about your hometown, please?\nCandidate: Uh, sure, my hometown, um, it's a middle-sized city in the center of Ukraine. It's called Vinnytsia. Uh, it's, uh, somewhere like three hours from Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine. It's really nice, a lot of, uh, green there, like, parks. Uh, squares and stuff, um, very nice people, of course. Uh, I actually like it, it's not bad. Maybe, like, uh, there going Korea.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And do you think you will live there in the future?\nCandidate: Yeah, I don't think so. Uh, actually, I really like it, but it's too small for me, let's say. When you live in Seoul, it's, uh, such a huge city, you won't be able to go to a smaller place anymore, I think.\nExaminer: Alright. Now we're gonna talk about housing accommodation. So, what kind of housing do you live in?\nCandidate: Okay, so I live in, uh, flat. Uh, in Korea, it's more like office, but it still looks more like flat. Uh, with three rooms, uh, living room, mmm, you know, bathroom and stuff.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Okay. Yeah.\nExaminer: And what's your favorite part of your home?\nCandidate: Uh, let's think. I have this, uh, huge, uh, Massage chair. So that's my perfect place to rest, uh, and to spend some time, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, and how is your home now different from your home in the past?\nCandidate: How is it different? It's different, first of all, because I don't have my parents in it, and I did everything as I wanted, uh, of the, you know, Decorations and everything. Furniture. Uh, so, yeah, it's super different. Even I'm still have the same taste as my mom, so maybe, uh, if my mom will come, oh, I know why you put this here and that here, you know, this feeling.\nExaminer: Okay. And what do you usually do when you're at home?\nCandidate: When I'm at home, watching, uh, Netflix or just movies. Mainly playing with my dog and cat.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Yeah. Um, and do you plan to live in the same housing for a long time?\nCandidate: Maybe for next few years, for sure. And then we'll see. Maybe I'll make a lot of money and buy my own.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Yeah. Okay. And are there good transport facilities near your home?\nCandidate: Yeah. I have, uh, subway station, like, 10 minutes from my home, or around like that. Uh, buses, everything I need.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Good. Do you think it's important to live in a place with good transport facilities?\nCandidate: Oh, definitely. Uh, there is nothing worse than, you know, to have a trouble going to work or anything like that. So, yeah, that's very important.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. Okay. Right. That'll do us for part one. Perfect. All right. So, for part two, I'll give you the question on a pen. So, I'll give you one minute now to make some notes and\nCandidate: I think I'm ready.\nExaminer: You're ready? Okay, yeah, yeah. No bother. Alright, so a question. Could you describe a company where you live that employs a lot of people?\nCandidate: Okay, so what can I say that I don't think we have any Ukrainian company like Samsung or LG that empli- employs these millions and millions of people, um, around the world. Even in Ukraine, we have Samsung and LG companies. Um, so Ukrainian companies are mostly are small. I don't employ that much people, but, uh, if, uh, we're talking about some place that employ a lot of people, uh, it's like, for example, uh, Roshan candy company.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Uh, it's really famous all over the world, and, uh, they have factories in each city, big city, making, like, candies, uh, chocolates, uh, cakes, like, anything, you name it.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Uh, so, yeah, uh, really hundreds of people working there, like, a lot. of all we have. And what kind of people work there, uh, you ask, and I'll say maybe a very nice, poor people that need money and stable job, uh, are gonna work there. And I think that's great because working places, uh, they're important just for, um, everyone. I guess it's better than nothing, right?\nExaminer: Alright, let's begin part three. Uh, so, we'll keep with the topic of big companies. So, should big companies be punished more seriously if they break the law?\nCandidate: Oh, yeah, I think so. Actually, there are a lot of companies, even in Ukraine, even in Korea, that they think, okay, we have money, so we have power, and they can do anything they want. So, I am sure they need to be punished more. Their, uh, head seers, uh, need to be punished more, so they're gonna be more scared about, uh, consequences, at least. Uh, but I think, like, Especially in Korea, even, uh, they need to put more, uh, taxes for them. I know that a lot of big companies, uh, they don't pay, uh, a lot for lightning, like this stuff, electricity. And you know that electricity in Korea is really expensive, right? And, uh, those companies, they pay so a little, little, and, uh, like, normal people, they pay a lot if- if they will, Alright, perfect.\nExaminer: And, do you think, should big companies donate more money to charities?\nCandidate: Yeah, I think they need to stop, uh, robbing other people, and then they don't need to give it to charity. But, yeah, that's- that's good. I- I really think that, uh, they take more from people, so if they'll just stop taking from people, they can literally do nothing without any charity, because all this charity thing looks actually so fake. For me, personally. Um, but, still, if they are still gonna do the same as they are doing right now, yeah, sure, give it for charity, give it to poor people, poor children, a lot of old people need that. So, maybe yes.\nExaminer: Hmm. You said, uh, it seems fake. Could you elaborate on that?\nCandidate: Yeah. Uh, it seems like every time a big company, uh, wants to look better, they're doing charity because, you know, if you will help a small child that is sick with something, You're a hero. And the reality is, uh, the expenses, uh, that child needs, it's so nothing for that company. So they're doing it just to cover their problems. And I know that a lot of companies are doing actually that. They are covering their bad, Parts with these small charities. Give that to a million people, and then it's gonna be like, wow, you're giving this to one small child, you're helping this child, that's really good for the child, and that's great, I'm not telling that it's bad, but it's still nothing for the company, and they're just like, oh, but we helped this one child, like, a few years ago, you know that. So it's just not enough, what they do.\nExaminer: Okay. And what are some of the good things about working for a big company?\nCandidate: Good things. Stability. Uh, you're mostly going there, you start working, and you're working there until you're... over. Right? Uh, you always know how much money you're gonna get tomorrow, uh, what you're gonna do in 10 years, and you can just live your life very in a standard way. You know how much you can spend, you know where you can go, Hmm, you know, to foreign countries, you know, overseas, you know, just, you're stable. You're okay.\nExaminer: Okay, yeah. Are there any, um, any disadvantages for employees if they're working for a big company?\nCandidate: The same. You're too sta- like, you're too standard. You're stable, but you're- you- you know that you're not gonna be anything more. You know that if you have money to go to, I don't know. Let's say, Malaysia, you won't be able to go to Hawaii because it's too expensive and too far away. So, it's all about money and your future. You know that you need to work every day, five days a week, maybe even more because of, uh, what company wants from you. Uh, you need to give all your life to this company and then,\nExaminer: Use the test, okay? Thank you.\nCandidate: Thank you.",
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  "title": "196 - IELTS Speaking Band 5.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright then, let's begin. So, uh, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My name is Ji-Han Lee, P for the family name.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. And, uh, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm not currently a high school student right now, and after three months, I'm- I'll be graduated, so, yeah.\nExaminer: Do you like your high school?\nCandidate: Well, I think yes I do, because Like, our high school is got a new facilities and new, like, stuff like that. So, it's really good to live.\nExaminer: What is your favorite subject in high school?\nCandidate: My favorite subject is, I think, it'll be the English because, like, I don't know why, but I'm kind of good at English. So, yeah.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. And could you describe your hometown for me?\nCandidate: So, my hometown is called Cheongju, which is kind of placed in middle of the Korea.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. And could you describe it a little for me, please?\nCandidate: Well, I think there's a lot of entertainable facilities nearby, so I can easily do, do something.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Is there anything you dislike about your hometown?\nCandidate: Well, it's like, it's kind of overpopulated, considering their size. So, there's a lot of noise pollution and also sometimes complex traffic conditions, but except that, I like my hometown.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Now we're going to talk about headphones or earphones. So, do you use headphones or earphones?\nCandidate: Well, actually not because, like, if I use my- if I use headphones for a long time, it kind of hurts my ear, so...\nExaminer: Okay, and in what situations do you need to use earphones?\nCandidate: Well, like, when I'm in outdoor or public places, like, I have to use my headphones because otherwise I will distract- distract other people with my sounds, with my noises, yeah.\nExaminer: Hmm. And, what kind of headphones do you think are popular among young people?\nCandidate: Well, never thought about that, but, I think definitely the, like, high technology headphones are popular because nowadays we, we have, Amount of money to buy what we want, so, yeah.\nExaminer: Alright. Now let's talk about meeting people. Okay, so do you like meeting new people?\nCandidate: Meeting new people? Well... I don't think so, because, like, meeting new people kind of makes me very feel awkward and nervous. And also, I have to consider the new- new people's feeling, how they feel like that. So, yeah.\nExaminer: Um, and these days, do you often meet new people?\nCandidate: Well... I think not because, like, for- because of the epidemic. It is not- it's kind of not allowed to go outside and play. So, usually I stay in my home these days.\nExaminer: And do you still keep in touch with childhood friends?\nCandidate: Oh, yeah, of course, because, like, they are very close to me, so, yeah, I think I do.\nExaminer: Okay. That'll do us for the first part of the test. Now let's go on to part two. So, uh, I'll give you one minute now to make some notes, so yeah, you can begin. Alright, so that's one minute now for your note-taking, so could you describe an item on which you spent more than you expected?\nCandidate: So... I spent a lot of money on buying a computer, desktop, So, at that time, I didn't know, I didn't really know about many, like, desks, computers, gears. So, I thought, uh, like, So, I was planning to do some graphic design stuff with my desktop, and I searched on internet, and they said, I need- I need some graphic cards to, like, if I- if I am using my computers as, like, graphic design. So, like, additionally, I had to buy the graphic card, and it was really expensive. It was like about, like, $700 to, like, $1,000. So, yeah. So, like that, I spent a lot of money buying desktops and, Also- also graphic cards. And, yeah. That- that is, yeah.\nExaminer: Alright, so that's about a minute and a half there. Okay, about a minute and a half. So, were you happy with the purchase?\nCandidate: Well, yeah, obviously, because it was mom's card, so, not my money.\nExaminer: Okay, so price wasn't important.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: All right, good. And do you often buy more than you expect?\nCandidate: Well, I think not because, like, I don't usually buy something, so...\nExaminer: All right, nice. Let's go on to part three of the test now. Okay, let's continue on with it. All right. So, what do you think young people spend most of their money on?\nCandidate: Well, like, for the boys, we spend a lot of time playing with friends, like, spending on PC cafes or buying a sports gear like basketball shoes or basketball. And for the girls, they- I think they use a lot of money on cosmetics thingy, because, like, a lot of people in Korea are using cosmetics a lot, so, yeah.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. Um, do you think young people save a lot of money these days?\nCandidate: Well, I think it's different from, like, each- each people, but I don't think so, because, like, as I said, there's, like, we- if we have money, we spend a lot of time, you know, we have- we spend a lot of money on buying- buying things that we want, so, yeah.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. And do you think young people should work to earn money if they want to buy new items, new products?\nCandidate: No, I don't think so, because, like, we are currently a student, and we have to study to, like, reach our dreams. So, working in- working as a student, like, So, like, to me, if I'm a student, I won't work for earning money because it will spend a lot of time and take a lot of time on studying. So, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think people in your country often buy things that they do not need?\nCandidate: Well... Yes, I do, because, like, in SNS, like, Instagrams or Facebook, there- there's a lot of commercial... there's a lot of commercial, and people always, like, looking at them and buying- buying stuffs, even though they really don't need it.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. What- what do you think are the most popular kind of advertisements in your country?\nCandidate: Well, I think the most famous advertisement will be the thing that, like, they use very famous Famous people as a model, as a advertising model, and... it's like, their fans are watching that, that commercial and buying stuff to, like, support their... support their... idols.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Oh, yeah.\nExaminer: Hm. And do you think, can people always trust advertisements?\nCandidate: Well, not really, because... Like, advertisement is literally the thing that makes people- make people to buy, so they have- they have to make something very, like, over- overrated, so stuff like that.\nExaminer: Okay, right, that will do us for today. Okay, thank you very much for coming in.\nCandidate: All right, thank you.\nExaminer: Cheers.",
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  "title": "197 - IELTS Speaking Band 7.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's begin. So, could you tell me your name, please?\nCandidate: My name is Aga.\nExaminer: Aga, okay, Aga. And could you tell me, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm working right now. I'm a model and actress in Korea.\nExaminer: And do you like your job?\nCandidate: I love my job, it was my dream to be an actress, model, and I started in Poland, actually, modeling as a side job, but when I came to Korea, it became my major, which I love.\nExaminer: Hmm, nice. Uh, is there anything you dislike about your job?\nCandidate: Uh, actually, no. I love everything, because the schedule is not regular. It's not like 9 to 5 job, which also, I, like, I don't, I cannot do this 9 to 5 job. So, I like this is, like, irregular schedule. And also, I meet lots of people in the same field.\nExaminer: Great.\nCandidate: I really like it.\nExaminer: And could you tell me about some of your hobbies?\nCandidate: My hobbies is learning new languages, traveling, and also acting, modeling.\nExaminer: And could you explain a little bit more detail? You like traveling. Could you tell me why?\nCandidate: Uh, I like traveling. I like to discover new cultures. That's why I travel a lot. Right now, I cannot really travel, but I wish to travel more. I travel, like, over 25 countries. And I want to travel more in the Pacific Ocean, for example, or- or try sailing. That would be really nice, I think.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay, nice. Now, let's talk about your hometown. So, could you describe your hometown for me?\nCandidate: Um, my hometown. My- my hometown is pretty, um, cute hometown. Uh, it has a castle, and the architecture is pretty much same like in whole Europe, it's really similar to Prague, there's a lot of foreigners there. Mmm, we have a castle, which a lot of tourists, uh, go. Uh, in front of the castle, there is a river, and there is a dragon, it's also like the legend, the legend of a dragon, and the dragon breathes out the fire every couple of minutes. So there's very nice tourist attraction. What else? Most of the buildings are very, um, old. We don't, like, destroy them and don't build new ones. To, like, sustain this kind of very old look, I guess. So, yeah, we don't have many new buildings.\nExaminer: And do you think you will live there in the future?\nCandidate: No, I don't think so. I actually like living here in Korea. It's like, It's a totally different world for me, actually. People are totally different, the culture is totally different, like, the cute culture, you know, they are very welcoming, not so cold, it's very nice, heartwarming, and there's also a lot of foreigners, just like in Krakow, so it's- it's not really so different for me, that's why I like it.\nExaminer: Okay, and could you tell me about the weather in your hometown?\nCandidate: The weather? Actually, it's similar to Korea. It gets very cold, It gets very hot in the summer, but the summer lasts for, like, three, four weeks. It's very hot, like 40 degrees even. But then suddenly, it drops, and- and then, The difference, temperature difference in the morning and during the day, it's really ridiculous. Like, in the morning, it can be 5-10 degrees, and in- during the day, 26. So, it's very, very kind of annoying here. It goes slower. From summer, it goes, like, to aut- to autumn, and it's, like, very slow. So, it's what I like about here.\nExaminer: Okay. And, is your hometown famous for any special food?\nCandidate: My hometown? Special food. Well, I talked about pierogi before, but any special in my hometown? No, I don't think so. We don't have any special, but we have, like, classic food, which is in Poland, actually. Below my city, there is another city, which is called Zakopane, and there we have, like, kind of cheese. It's... what is this? It's baked. And... small? No, it's smoked cheese. It's smoked cheese, and it's very famous.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: We have it too in Kraków, but it's, like, from Zakopane.\nExaminer: Mmm, I see. Alright, perfect. I'll do this for part one. Nice. Alright, so for part two of the test, I'm gonna give you this question, and I'll give you a pen. So, for this question, you have one minute to do some note-taking, and then you have to speak about the topic for one to two minutes.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Okay, so I'll give you one minute from now.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Alright, now, so for part two, could you describe a famous person that you are interested in?\nCandidate: Okay, this is a very hard question. Like, I- I really didn't know who to decide. I picked Jim Carrey. Er, probably you know about him. He's- he's an actor from U.S. Er, so he's an inspiration for me, because he follows his dreams, doesn't matter of the hindrance he had. Er, he was- he was poor growing up, and, er, I remember he was saying, like, he wrote a cheque for him, for one million dollars, and he put it in his pocket. And he drives to the hill in his hometown to just imagine like that he already achieved what he got. So it was very inspiring to hear that story. And also he was a comedian at the first, right? So he started to being comedian because his dad was, uh, I don't, I don't know for sure, but I think he was in his passion. He just wanted to make him laugh. So it's like very hard for story. And like, also he had a quote, famous quote, if you can Uh, fail at what you don't want to do. You might as well take a chance on doing what you love, right? This is like, um, very inspiring. Um, that's why I chose Jim Carrey. Yeah.\nExaminer: And, um, what he was like before he was famous?\nCandidate: Well, I don't really know because, because we get to know them when they're famous, right?\nExaminer: Sure. All right. Perfect. Hello. Alright, let's move on to part three now. So, uh, what kinds of famous people are there in your country?\nCandidate: In my country? Well, I know, um, actually Polish people who went to US. For example, from the TV series Supernatural.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Uh, his name was, I think, Sharon Podolecki, if I'm not wrong, and from Vampire Diaries, another TV show. Uh, probably you didn't hear about it, it's like, it's a romance. So, it's- it's- his name was John Wesley. So, they are actually 100% Polish, but they just came to US and started acting career.\nExaminer: Okay, so, apart from actors, are there any other professions which make people famous in your country?\nCandidate: Ah, yeah, there is soccer- soccer players, uh, Lewandowski, he's very famous, I'm sure you hear about him, right?\nExaminer: Of course.\nCandidate: So, yeah, he's very famous, um, also, not famous people, but famous game, should I talk about it?\nExaminer: Mmm, more about people, more about people and professions.\nCandidate: Okay, so there's also, um, ski jumper. His name is Adam Małysz. He was very famous when I was a kid. Everyone was watching ski jumping. He was like the gold medalist. It was really amazing to see.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. And why do you think sports people become famous?\nCandidate: Sports people? I feel... Because they, um, they- they train very hard. So people- so when they win, people just really, um, Appreciate them, admire them, because they put so much work into training, you know, just to win, or maybe not just to win, just they want to do what they love, and this is what they do, they just train so hard, and they win, and it's like, amazing.\nExaminer: And what's the differences between famous people these days and famous people in the past?\nCandidate: Social media, more exposure, I think they can have more exposure than- than before, and more of the private life is, like, out there, everyone is reading about it, everyone knows about it, maybe it's not a good thing, actually, but it's good also for, like, more people to get to know them, because social media is, like, globalization, you know, it's, like, connects all the world, you can know anything in, like, one minute, actually. So this is- this is the difference, I think.\nExaminer: Yeah, right. And can celebrities have a positive influence on the public?\nCandidate: Well, of course, if the celebrity choose to give a show a good example, which I think they should, then they have a good influence. This is what I think celebrity actually- celebrities should do, you know, they just show what to do, like, to Give money to charities, for example. Not- not just do some scandals, you know, with other celebrities. This is pretty much degrading, so they should show a good example to other people to follow.\nExaminer: Indeed. And do you think, uh, the media give too much attention to famous people?\nCandidate: The media does too much attention to famous people? Actually... Maybe not too much, you know, I think too much on the media is about news and the tragic, terrible things that happen on the- in the world, but I don't think it's so much about celebrities, actually. It is a lot, but not too much, I think. It can be more about, like, the good things and good examples, and focus on the good things, not just about tragedies and scandals.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think news stories about celebrities are always true?\nCandidate: Ah, news stories about the celebrities aren't always true. It could be rumors, like, it's- you cannot actually tell unless you- you ask actually them and interview the celebrities. You cannot actually know. It's like rumors. This is what, like, people sometimes live on. They just want to gossip.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. That'll do us for part three. Thank you.\nCandidate: Thank you.",
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  "title": "198 - IELTS Speaking Band 5.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: So could you tell me your name, please?\nCandidate: My name is Eun Ah Son, but you can call me Lily. It is my English name.\nExaminer: Perfect. And are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I was working until last month, but I decided to quit the job because I want to concentrate. I have to study. So I can say now I'm a student.\nExaminer: And what do you like to do in your free time?\nCandidate: Well, in my free time, I really love my bed, so, but I know it's, like, become too much lazy, so I'm trying to move out, and such as play the piano, or watching the other movies, and so on.\nExaminer: And could you tell me about your hometown?\nCandidate: In my hometown, I- I'm living in Seoul, which is the capital of Korea, and Seoul is- I was born in Seoul, and grew up in Seoul, and Seoul is a really big city, and the public transport is also really good, and so many, like, I think everything in Seoul.\nExaminer: Is there anything you dislike about living in Seoul?\nCandidate: Well, Seoul is so- too much late, too much noisy, because a lot of people live in Seoul, and also there are many car, so it's make me, like, make noisy sounds.\nExaminer: Alright. Now we're going to talk about, uh, the sky. So, do you like to look at the sky?\nCandidate: Yeah, I love to look at the sky, because it makes me feel very comfortable, and sometimes clouds are so beautiful.\nExaminer: And can you see the moon and stars at night from where you live?\nCandidate: No, I don't think I can see. Yes, I never seen, I mean, I didn't see for a long time star in my apartment, but sometimes I can see moon.\nExaminer: And do you prefer the sky in the morning or the sky at night?\nCandidate: And I prefer to look at the sky in the morning, because morning is, I can see more, so many more clouds, and the night time is, I can't see clouds, like, properly.\nExaminer: And is there any difference between the sky in cities and the sky in the countryside?\nCandidate: Of course, there are many different from countryside and city. Uh, city is- is difficult to find out the moon or stars, but countryside, I can easily find out moon and stars, and more beautiful in the countryside.\nExaminer: And would you like to live in the countryside?\nCandidate: Well, um, even though I like Not the- not the noisy sounds, but I would like to live in city because city is more comfortable for me, I think.\nExaminer: What do you think is the biggest advantage of living in cities?\nCandidate: Like, cities, I can do whatever I want, and even if I want to go somewhere, like, I can easily take a public transfer to go, but the countryside is a bit difficult to go anywhere.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you like to visit the countryside?\nCandidate: No, I don't like the countryside, because my grandmother's house is a bit far from my house, which is, like, by car, five hours, but it's- I have a car six, so it's really hard to go countryside.\nExaminer: Okay, alright, great. Okay, that'll do us for part one. We'll move on to part two now. Alright.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Let's have a look. There we go, here's your question.\nCandidate: Sure.\nExaminer: And there's a pen for you. So I'll give you one minute now for some note-taking, alright?\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Yes, you can begin. Alright, that's one minute now.\nCandidate: Sure.\nExaminer: Just grab that. Thank you. Alright, so, could you describe a perfect job that you would like to have in the future?\nCandidate: Sure, uh, there are so many things perfect job, but I would like to talk about a chef. Yes, I want to become a chef in the future, uh, because my father was a chef a long time ago, so through my father, I knew this job. And, um, it's like making- making, uh, the food, dish for the other people, and in the restaurant, or anywhere, like, whenever, and whatever. So, um, I think this is a perfect job for me, because I love food, and I really like the eating food. So, and also food is very important for our life. So, if I became a chef, I can make whatever I want. And, you know, chef is like, have to make very beautiful and pretty dishes. So when I was young, my father make for me, uh, very special dishes. I can't remember the exactly name, and even though The shape is really pretty. And also, my father decorated cucumber, and through the cucumber, he made flowers. So I think it's really- looks good, also tasty, also really good. So for me, I would like to become a chef, and if I become a chef, I can make- cook for my parents, or my friends, And I can make whatever I want, and when I want to eat, I can make easily. So yes, I think his firm is really great job in the future. And I know it's difficult to become a chef, so, and also have to try to adapt the people's tasty. Yeah, so, it's- it's- I think it's really good for me.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. That's two minutes now, alright? I'm gonna finish it there. Okay, good, good. Do you think this is a popular job in your country?\nCandidate: In my country, well, chef is popular because a lot of people, like, they establish restaurants, and I think this is popular, but not as much as other country, I think, because chef is still in Korea, um, not really I- for my idea, like, not really good for pay.\nExaminer: Okay. Alright, let's go on to the third part of the test.\nCandidate: Sure.\nExaminer: Let's keep going. Right, yeah, what kind of jobs do children want to have in the future?\nCandidate: Well, you know, children has a lot of idea. They have very funny and amazing Like, think of a job, and I think most of it's president, or they want to become Superman, or, like, so on. I think it's really cute.\nExaminer: And do you think parents should advise their children about their future career?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, for sure, parents need to support them, because the children need to dream whatever they want. However, I think the teenager until 15, like, the parents let them know what is the right way to, like, successful in the future.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. Do you think teenagers like to listen to their parents regarding job and future career?\nCandidate: I think it depends on the personality, but for me, it's different from my mood. Like, if I'm happy, I listen well, but if I feel not good, I didn't listen. Yeah, but their children need to listen to their parents, sure.\nExaminer: Hmm, exactly. Um, and do you think children or teenagers like to choose the same profession as their parents?\nCandidate: Hmm, well, no, uh, because if the parents are forced to their, like, dream to children, I think not really good. So if children want to become a good, like, supervisor kind of parent. Surely the parents will support, but it's- I think it's not really good idea to force them.\nExaminer: Hmm, why not?\nCandidate: Uh, because, well, the- could be children go, like, you know, if they feel Not happy, maybe. For me, I was very annoying to my mom. Yes, because if they forcing me, like, I really don't like, and, um, make us go to other, like, you know, bad way, bad, like, make a bad friend, like, kind of, yes.\nExaminer: Okay. And what should people consider when choosing their job?\nCandidate: Of course, there are many reasons concerning about choose the job, I mean, their choose the job. Firstly, for me, I choose the job near, like, the, nearby my house, the, yes. How far is really important, I think, to my hometown, to the company. And secondly, it's maybe payment, yes. And thirdly, also, um, maybe for the career, yeah.\nExaminer: Do you think salary is the most important thing about the job?\nCandidate: Yes, because without salary, the company cannot develop. So, salaryman is really important job, but I know it's not easy to sell to other people.\nExaminer: Okay, um, and why do some people continue to do jobs that they're not interested in?\nCandidate: Well, sometimes, Because of our- by our major, their major. Yes. So, all... It's always we are- we cannot go to our plan. So, like, we have to- it's not choice. So, for me, like, by the opportunity, even though I- my major was Account, but I was work at the call center, is- is, of course, totally different to job, yes. There is many- a lot of chance to- just to go, even though I don't like it.\nExaminer: And what difficulties do people face when they try to change their career?\nCandidate: Face?\nExaminer: Yeah, what difficulties do they face?\nCandidate: Maybe, if difficult job is, um, if, well, their face is, and it's not really hard to, like, making a very smile, like, face, but, very happy face, but, Am I right?\nExaminer: Yeah, okay. Alright. We're- we're at about five minutes now anyway, so we'll, uh, end the test right now, okay?\nCandidate: Sure.\nExaminer: Thank you. Thank you for coming in.",
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  "title": "199 - IELTS Speaking Band 6.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, let's begin. So could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: So my first name is Hyun, and my la- my surname is Woo, so you can call me Hyun, please.\nExaminer: Okay. And Hyun, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm currently a student. I'm currently studying, uh, physical therapy, which is related to sports and how- and the fact that how you treat people, how you treat patient- the patient or disabled, so I'm- It's not- it's- it's fundamentally my own intention, not- my parents never pushed me to study this kind of stuff, as, yeah, I'm a- I'm a big fan of sports, and treating people, and caring people, so I- yeah, I'm very delighted with, yeah, choosing this major.\nExaminer: Mmm, okay. And could you tell me about your hometown?\nCandidate: Uh, my hometown. My hometown is Yongin. I've been, I've been living in Yongin since I was 12. So, there, there's so many things, there's so many things, um, for example, in my city, there's, uh, there's one of the biggest, one of the biggest, uh, department store, and the biggest amusement park in my city. It's so called, uh, it's so called, uh, Everland.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Which is, which is widely known, which is widely known to, to the general public in South Korea, uh, who enjoy, if, if they, if they want to, if they want to, uh, take a roller coaster or, uh, just enjoy their time. So, they, yeah, they could go there and, yeah, chill out in this place.\nExaminer: So, yeah. Now we're going to talk about traveling by car. So, do you like to travel by car?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, indeed. Uh, traveling by car means that you would be able to go any place very easily, effortlessly. Uh, on top of that, uh, traveling- traveling, uh, just, uh, given traveling, Uh, you can- you can experience diverse, different things. So, I mean, yeah, travelling by car is really easy and you can save the time, of course.\nExaminer: So, when do you travel by car? When do you travel by car?\nCandidate: Uh, I- I usually- I usually, uh, travel by car on the weekend. Because a weekend means that you have to rest, kind of. So, yeah, I- I drive- I drive, yeah, usually, uh, by car to, uh, some fancy places, for example, uh, for example, Yangpyeong or, Or Bundang, where it is, uh, in which, in which, uh, there's so many, uh, palatial and palatial and kind of, uh, colorful flowers and embellished places, so you can enjoy, if you like, take a- take a photo. So, yeah, I do, yeah, I do usually, I do- I do visit there on the weekend, by car.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. And where is the furthest place you have traveled by car?\nCandidate: Oh, beg your pardon?\nExaminer: Uh, where is the furthest place you have traveled to by car?\nCandidate: Oh, yeah, there are a few places, but I must say, uh, Busan. Busan is, yeah, Busan is, yeah, quite far from Seoul. Uh, it- I remember- I remember that it took, uh, nearly three hours by car. It- it seriously, uh, it was really long journey for me, and I- I got a bit of car sick. Well, I- I was enthusiastically, yeah, I was enthusiast- I enthusiast- enthusiastically wanted to- wanted to go there, because, yeah, Busan was, yeah, one of the famous places in Korea, so, yeah, Busan, yeah, was, yeah, one of the furthest, yeah, places I visit.\nExaminer: And do you like to sit in the front or in the back when traveling by car?\nCandidate: Of course, I- I prefer- I prefer to sit on the front because, obviously, sitting in the fron- sitting in the front means that, yeah, you can't, uh, you can see the scenic views, and when you- when you're on a highway, you can see, really, kind- kind of the mother nature. Mother Nature, I mean, the Mother Nature is always, always attracts me, attracts me, so, it was really, yeah, it was beautiful and fabulous, and I- I- that's why I prefer to sit on the front.\nExaminer: Alright. That'll do for part one of the test, so now we'll move on to part two.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: So, there's your question for part two, I'll just give you a pen there.\nCandidate: Yeah, cheers.\nExaminer: Uh, so I'll give you one minute to do some note-taking and preparation.\nCandidate: Okay, thank you.\nExaminer: So, you can begin.\nCandidate: Can I begin? Okay, thank you.\nExaminer: That's one minute now, mate, alright.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Okay, so, part two question is, describe a time you saw something interesting on social media.\nCandidate: Okay, so, can I begin?\nExaminer: You can.\nCandidate: Okay, so, initially, two months ago, two months ago, uh, when I was, yeah, when I was, uh, frantically searching about some information, about some information, uh, I found very, uh, Very engaging and gripping- gripping, uh, footage and some videos, uh, which is- which is associated with, uh, one guy, uh, traveling around the world, traveling- traveling around the world, uh, by car. He was just, he was a kind of sophomore, he was a sophomore, and he took a gap year, he took a gap year, and he made up my mind, he made up his mind to, uh, to travel around. So, and it was widely spread, of course, on Instagram and Facebook. And I watched this at home. It was really, yeah, it was- it was extremely, I don't know, I... it- this- this kind of- these kind of videos really caught my eyes, because I'm a huge fan of travel- a huge fan of travelling, so... And he showed, he, in, in this video, he exactly showed how, how he, how he adapted to different cultures, different foods, and diverse, diverse, uh, things, diverse things in other countries. Because traveling means that you have to, you have to feel and experience different one compared to, uh, compared to your own culture. So, it was really, it was really, yeah, informative. It was really, uh, useful. So, I was, yeah, I was really, uh, baffled, staggered by his, uh, recommendation and his, uh, his kind of, it sounds like very life wisdom from him. So, I was really interested, yeah, in that video.\nExaminer: Okay, mate, that's two minutes.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Nice one, nice one. So, do you often, uh, watch videos on social media?\nCandidate: Oh, yes, of course. I was, uh, I'm, frankly, I'm a bit addicted to social media.\nExaminer: Uh-huh.\nCandidate: In particular, Instagram. Instagram is, uh, worldwide-ly used, and I love, uh, take a picture, picture of me, picture of me, and not only me, but some beautiful scenes, mother natures, as I said, so, yeah. I'm, yeah, I love it, I adore, yeah, I adore it.\nExaminer: Mmm, nice.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Right, let's move on to the third part of the test now.\nCandidate: Yes, please.\nExaminer: Let's keep going. Okay, so, why do people like to use social media?\nCandidate: Uh, probably, there are a few reasons, but on average, uh, people- people would be able to receive some- receive some incentive or advertisement from social media. For example, when you take a beautiful picture or picture- picture of you or picture of, uh, some, like, nature, Some- some advertisements or celebrities find that- find that really useful one, and people- people could be employed, or people could, yeah, receive some incentives from social media. So, that's kind of minor- minor reason. On top of that, uh, the main thing people- people love, uh, using social media is that, uh, they want to show themselves to other people. Because, yeah, on the social media, you can easily, straightforwardly see that how people spend their lives. Uh, you can share- you can share your story on the social media. By doing this, you can't- you can't, uh, get some advice, or you can't give some advice. So, it's kind of- you could- you could receive and give some quid pro quo. So, I would say, that's why people love using social media.\nExaminer: Okay. Are there any disadvantages to using social media?\nCandidate: Yes, of course. There- there are- there could be a couple of disadvantages. But, uh, for instance, uh, if some- there- there, uh, something is observed, for example, which is that, uh, addiction. Addiction- addiction means that you spend so much time on social media, And you, I mean, a certain amount of time is okay, but you spend so much time, so much time, and you put- you put your assignment or your- your assignment, your valuable things on the back burner. That means that it's time-consuming. So I would say, yeah, I would say disadvantages could be, yeah, could be, yeah, uh, addiction.\nExaminer: Hmm. Okay. Um, what do you think about making friends on social media?\nCandidate: Uh, that's an interesting qu- that's an interesting question. Uh, making- making some friends on social media could be a double-edged sword, but I must be on the side of positive side, positive aspect, because, uh, these days, uh, given the current state of COVID-19 pandemic, You cannot easily, um, mingle with people, and there could be some rules like social distancing at two meters away, so it's quite hard to meet people. So, I would say, yeah, or using- by using social media, uh, there- by using social media, there are so many clubs or some gatherings on the social media, And there's so many favourites- favourites you can find. So, uh, through- through these- through these clubs and gatherings, you would be able to make a friend, uh, rather than meeting in person. That's why I think, yeah, social media is, yeah, quite- social media helps to, yeah, make a- make a friend, make a friend, yeah.\nExaminer: Do you think if the friendship stays on social media and never transfers to in person, is it still a real friendship?\nCandidate: Um, I just think, uh, uh, I must say, uh, meeting in person, Is better than, better than a meeting only on the internet. Because, uh, technically, technically you can't, uh, keep, keep your relationship on the internet. But, Deep conversation, deep- I don't think so, deep conversation, uh, can be possible on the internet. Because, yeah, face-to-face conversation means that you can't- you can show yourself, uh, very, uh, easier than on the internet. And you can- you can easily say something, because on the internet, there is some- some problem- there could be some problems, like internet connection problem. So, I must say, like, distance- distance doesn't matter, but I must say, yeah, meeting in person, uh, is pretty much by far better than, uh, keeping relationship on the internet.\nExaminer: Okay. Okay, so, thanks for coming in for the mock test.\nCandidate: Yeah, it's my pleasure.",
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  "title": "200 - IELTS Speaking Band 5.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's begin. Tell me your full name, please.\nCandidate: My name is Seungchan Han.\nExaminer: Okay, Seungchan, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm a student now, so I- I prepare to study abroad in other country now.\nExaminer: Okay, and what are you planning to study?\nCandidate: Actually, I want to go- I want to go in UK. So, I just, I want to learn marketing and business.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Right, now we're going to talk about reading.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: So, do you like reading?\nCandidate: Yeah, actually I like reading because I want to improve my knowledge and wit and some kind of wisdom. Yeah, so I usually read some books like once a week or once every twi- once every two weeks.\nExaminer: And do you like to read at home or in other places?\nCandidate: Um, I usually read in other places, like cafe or study room in Korea. Yeah, because, uh, if- when I read in my home, yeah, just, uh, my fam- my parents always disturb to me, so, yeah, I hate this situation, yeah, so I always, yeah, I always, uh, read in a- outside.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: And are there any places where you think it is difficult to read?\nCandidate: Yeah, as I mentioned, so, in home, yeah. So, home is very- a very- a lot of things disturbed me, like bed, and my parents, and some kind of food. Yeah, so, Yeah, that's why I- that's why it- it- that's why I- I hate this situation, so I hate this place. Yeah, so, it is difficult for me to live in my home.\nExaminer: And what kind of content do you like to read?\nCandidate: Content? So, I usually read Like, uh, self-development books and autobiography, like, Red Bezos and Steve Jobs and, yeah, kind of Elon Musk. Yeah, I love to Elon Musk, and so I want to be like Elon Musk. Yeah, I think just Elon Musk is really, uh, smart person. Yeah, so, um, yeah, I learn- learn about this book and just, uh, improve my knowledge, I think, yes.\nExaminer: Nice. And, uh, do you prefer to read paper books or e-books?\nCandidate: Uh, I used to read e-book, but it's very uncomfortable for me, and unconvenient, I think. Yeah, so, because e-book usually just, I can't focus on this, uh, this book, so, yeah, I usually read, uh, paper book, yeah, and I like the paper book smell, and just, yeah, something kind of that, yeah. So, I usually read, uh, paper books.\nExaminer: Let's give you a couple more questions about names, okay?\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: So, is it easy for you to remember other people's names?\nCandidate: Oh, actually, it's very hard to me, because, yeah, I can't remember the, um, other's name, but I- I usually remember just other face, and so, uh, suddenly, just, oh, oh, he's, yeah, but I can't remember this, remember his name, yeah.\nExaminer: And how do you feel when people can't remember your name?\nCandidate: Um, uh, I think it's very common situation, so I repeat again. Yeah, and so actually, you know, just, you know, I can't forget, I can't forget easily, so it's very common situation, I think. Yeah, so I feel, um, yeah, I feel, um, not, yeah, uh, I feel not, so not my mind, yeah.\nExaminer: Perfect. Right, that'll do us for part one.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Nice one, mate. Right, let's go on to part two. There is your question. Here's a pen, buddy. I'm just going to check the time here. I'll give you one minute for note-taking, alright?\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, so yeah, you can begin with your note-taking.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Alright, buddy, that's one minute. Yes. Okay, let me just grab that pen back. Okay. Cheers. Okay, so, part two question. Could you describe a dinner that you really enjoyed?\nCandidate: Okay, I will talk about dinner I really enjoyed. Yeah, I think it was approximately two years ago. Yeah, I went to Jeonju, which is, uh, Jeonju. Yeah, Jeonju is... In Korea, South Sun, yeah, and, yeah, I went to Korea traditional building village, yeah, but my older brother suddenly say- suddenly asked me, like, do you want to eat bibimbap? So I said, of course, why not? Yeah, so, because I already knew that Jeonju is the most famous, uh, city in- most famous city in Korea, like, traditional building, and clothes, and food. So, that's why I said, why not? Yeah, so, my, uh, my family, uh, went to, uh, five stars bibimbap restaurant. Yeah, and after I ordered bibimbap and kimchi stew, yeah, I was really delish- I was, yeah, I was over the moon, yeah, because, yeah, the restaurant looks so luxurious, but, yeah, quite expensive. Yeah, and, but the- the staff man- staff attitude and, like, action or the service is really good. So, uh, the servers were very friendly and nice, and, uh, and also, kimchi stew is, uh, kimchi stew was really big size and is so tasty. And bibimbap was, yeah, uh, include so many vegetables and use fresh vegetable. And, Yeah, and so I was a little over the moon, and if I have a chance...\nExaminer: It's two minutes now, mate. Okay. Alright, perfect. So, bibimbap. What is bibimbap? Can you describe that dish for me?\nCandidate: Um, yeah, it is just Korean traditional food, I think. Yeah, I'm not sure, yeah, just, yeah, it is just, uh, for the first time to eat- to eat outside. Yeah, so, bibimbap is- includes so many vegetables, and, yeah, just, and, like, mixed rice and this, uh, mixed rice and those vegetables, like, Oh, pepper... like pepper... stew, I think? Yeah, I'm not sure, yeah.\nExaminer: Alright. Good!\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Good meal! Alright.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Let's go on to the third part of the test now.\nCandidate: Oh, yeah.\nExaminer: Let's keep going. Alright, we're almost there. Okay. So, yeah. Where do people in your country usually eat?\nCandidate: So, there are many food in Korea. So, I think the most thing, the most usually, mmm, yeah, like, pork, I think, pork and beef. Yeah, because it's, uh, the pork and beef restaurant have every- every side, every corner. And, yeah, just, it is very delicious for me, it is very delicious, and, yeah, just, yeah, and, okay, yeah, and the people can find easily to, uh, restaurant, this restaurant.\nExaminer: Mm. So, yeah, you think people eat in restaurants more than eating at home these days?\nCandidate: Mm, these days, I'm not sure, because we have COVID-19 situation. Yeah, so, people usually, uh, usually- usually at home, because Korean developer, The development of technology. So, always just scroll in my cellphone and just search the good menu and just use the application. Yeah, after we order this, after order, after order this menu, but so suddenly just the delivery in, in front of my door. Yeah, it's really shocked my situation.\nExaminer: Okay. So, what do you think are the main disadvantages of eating in restaurants?\nCandidate: Uh, eating restaurant is, I don't know, they put in, uh, so many MSG, and, like, uh, kind of unhealthy food, so, and, um, fresh food, also, yeah. So, I want to know this, uh, kind of ingredient, so, made by where or what, and, yeah, and kind of that. Yeah, so, it is the most problem, I think.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And do you think, is there any difference between the food older people eat and the food younger people eat?\nCandidate: Um, I- I think the older people usually company din- have company dinner, so usually, like, drink, and we drink with just the drink dishes, I think, like, uh, pork and raw fish and- and so on, but... Younger people usually eat just very beautiful food. Yeah, so, they want to, uh, post on Instagram and, like, something kind of application. Yeah, so, search it on Instagram, yeah, and it just, uh, take a picture. Yeah, and, like, pasta and, yeah, just pasta and, like, uh, be a good, uh, Italian restaurant, I think, right?\nExaminer: Okay, and what kinds of food are good for sharing?\nCandidate: I think the raw fish and chicken and pizza also, the sharing is the best choice, I think. Because, uh, they already- already cut slice, and, yeah, just share very convenient. Yeah, and pi- uh, I want to eat just, uh, steak. At the time, just, I always cut and- and after just share this food. But, uh, raw fish and pizza already just cut slice. Yeah, so... It is very convenient to share this food.\nExaminer: Okay, okay.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Um, and in your country, is it common for families to eat together these days, or do people generally eat separately?\nCandidate: Hmm, yes. So, very interesting question. Yeah, so, I think, These days, people usually eat together, yeah, because, yeah, as I mentioned, just we have COVID-19 situation, yeah, so we- we can't eat out, uh, outside, yeah, so we just eat together and make- make matter and make some people, and after we- after eating together. I lose.\nExaminer: Finished. Okay. Thank you.",
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  "title": "201 - IELTS Speaking Band 5.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: What is your name?\nCandidate: My name is Yeonsoo Lee, and you can call me as Yeonsoo.\nExaminer: Hmm, Yeonsoo Lee. Very good. So, Yeonsoo, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm a student. I'm not working.\nExaminer: What are you studying?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm preparing for going to university, so I'm studying English and art now.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And, tell me about your hobbies.\nCandidate: Uh, I'm interested in drawing pictures, like, uh, painting, and... Uh, drawing some sketches, and my favorite, uh, kind of picture, uh, is animation. And I'm also preparing for university, which is about animation as well.\nExaminer: Okay. And could you describe your home, please?\nCandidate: My home? My home is an apartment, and my home is in the first floor. And around my home, there are a lot of artificial forests, so I can see various kinds of flowers and trees, and I really like them. Um, they unwind me, and it's relaxing to see the view, uh, through my window. Um, ah, and I- I live with my mom. Um, and in my home, there are three rooms. My brother's room, my parents' room, and my room. But these days, my- my dad and my brother is not home because they are working in the- in the other place.\nExaminer: Okay, alright. And would you like to change anything about your home?\nCandidate: Um, I think there are not, uh, too many furniture in my room, uh, so my room is quite narrow to, uh, put other furniture these days. So, I would like to, uh, move or get rid of some furniture, like, uh, bookshelves, because I'm not interested in reading books. So, uh, I want to move out them to my brother's room.\nExaminer: Okay. Right, now we're going to talk about discussion topics. So, what do you like to talk about with your friends?\nCandidate: Hmm, do you mean what I want to talk with my friends?\nExaminer: Yeah, like, what topics do you and your friends talk about?\nCandidate: Um, ordinarily, I usually talk some topics with my friends, like, uh, celebrities and food and, uh, each other's daily basis.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Um, there are many things, uh, that, uh, what I talk with my friends, but I can't remember now.\nExaminer: Okay, no problem. And, have your discussion topics changed since you were a child?\nCandidate: I think so. Uh, um, now I'm 19, so many things changed, uh, as compared to when I was a child. Um, when I was young, uh, I often talked, uh, I used to talk with my friends about, uh, cartoons that I watched. Uh, But, uh, it's been a long time- it's been a long time, uh, since I was young. So, I can remember about it as well.\nExaminer: Okay. Right. And, do you change your opinion frequently?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm not sure, uh, because, uh, these days, uh, as you know, it- it became quite difficult to meet my friends due to COVID-19, so, um, so, um... I haven't, uh, I haven't discussed with my friends many times, uh, because of the virus, uh, but, um, it is clear that I don't change my thought, uh, often.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. That'll do us for the first part of the test.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Right, part two! Part two is the fun part, isn't it?\nCandidate: Oh no, this is the most difficult part for me.\nExaminer: It's fun for me because I can relax.\nCandidate: Ah, what?\nExaminer: There you go. Here's a pen.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Alright, I'll give you one minute to take notes. You may begin. I can see that's one minute now, alright. Okay, so into your part two question now. So, could you describe a time you made a promise to someone?\nCandidate: Okay, uh, I'm going to talk about a promise that I, uh, recently made. Um, last month, uh, I made a promise and there was, uh, Um, to do exercise every day, and with my friends, uh, with my friend, uh, but we made different promise each other, or... My... I'm not sure this is a promise, but anyway, I planned to do exercise every day, and her plan was drawing pictures every day. Um, I made this promise because I had- I had to work hard for my health, uh, I gained, uh, too- I gained, uh, too many weight, uh, after the COVID-19. Uh, COVID-19, uh, appeared, uh, so I- I need to work out for my health, uh, and it was very, very too difficult for me because my fitness was, uh, reduced, uh, due to the virus. Uh, but it was fulfilling, and, uh, I was hap- I was happy to achieve the goal, and I was glad- I was also glad to see her picture as well. Um, uh... Uh, although the- the plan was ended yesterday, but I keep- I'm keeping, uh, doing exercise, because I want to keep my fitness and health.\nExaminer: Okay, that's two minutes now. All right. Ah, so the plan was, uh, finished yesterday?\nCandidate: Yep.\nExaminer: Ah, okay. So how long did you exercise for?\nCandidate: Um, two weeks.\nExaminer: Two weeks?\nCandidate: Yep.\nExaminer: Okay, and you enjoyed?\nCandidate: No. No, nobody enjoys. Yeah, oh, uh, doing exercise, uh, regularly is too hard for me.\nExaminer: It is, isn't it?\nCandidate: Yeah, it is.\nExaminer: It's very easy to just relax these days, I think. Okay, let's go on to part three then. Let's keep going.\nCandidate: Mm-hmm. Yeah.\nExaminer: So, what kind of promises do people often make?\nCandidate: Um, I think, uh, the mo- the most usual promise that people make might be, uh, time promise, uh, uh, because people always make a promise when they, uh, when they meet, uh, uh, they can, Make an appointment and they also can, uh, Remind- uh, make a reminder with their cell phone, uh, like, um, planning the appointment on their, uh, schedule applications, uh, that's it.\nExaminer: How about, um, parents? Do parents ever make promises to their children?\nCandidate: Umm... do parents make a promise with their children?\nExaminer: Yeah, promise to their children. What kinds of promise? Well, a promise would be, for example, if you get a good score, I promise I will... something like that?\nCandidate: Ah, I got it.\nExaminer: Yeah?\nCandidate: Uh, I think so, uh, because I am- I was also a child who make a lot of promise with my parents. Um, like your example, uh, I've heard, uh, about many- a lot of my friends who made, uh, promise with their parents, like, uh, Uh, PROM is related to their score. Many of them wanted to get, uh, expensive devices like new mobile or, uh, new tablets like iPad or Galaxy Tab, but most of their goal is too difficult to achieve, so most of them failed to get them.\nExaminer: Okay, right, right. And do you think it's a good idea for children to use technology at a young age?\nCandidate: Um, um, does the- does technology means, like, uh, development, um...\nExaminer: Well, yeah, just you mentioned parents would buy smartphones and stuff for their children. Is- is that a good trend these days, do you think?\nCandidate: I don't think so, uh, because there are so many dangerous things in the internet for children, like, uh, uh, violent contents or adult contents, uh, they can't access to this kind so easily with, uh, the techno- uh, technology. Uh, so, I think we have to make a law, a special law or rule for children to keep them from, uh, dangerous contents in the internet. Uh, like, um, using special app such as YouTube Kids, uh, but, On the other hand, uh, using technology for children might be good because, uh, the society is developing too fast, so children have to, uh, adopt this- adapt this trend. So, I believe, uh, technology is important for children as well.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And what do you think is the best way to teach older people how to use technology?\nCandidate: Hmm, well, uh, I reckon the best way for old people is, uh, Giving them, um, opportunity to use the devices, uh, in person. Because most old people think that, uh, just, um... Uh, new devices are always difficult to use for them. So, I think we have to break this bias of them. So, uh, and I think the best way to break this perspective is to giving them an opportunity to use Uh, this device is in person, so, yeah, that's it.\nExaminer: Sure, nice one. Okay, we're done. Thank you.\nCandidate: Thank you, thank you very much.",
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  "serial": 202,
  "title": "202 - IELTS Speaking Band 5.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Right, tell me your full name, please.\nCandidate: Okay, my name is Joo Min Hyung. It's three words, and the spelling is J-U-N-M-I-N-H-Y-E-O-N-G.\nExaminer: Okay, Joo Min Hyung.\nCandidate: Yeah, you can call me Joo, just simply.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect, Joo. So, do you live in a house or an apartment?\nCandidate: I live in an apartment at the Gireum-dong. It's- it's the center of the Seoul. And there is, near my apartment, there's only apartment thing and few schools for- just for residents. Not for enjoyment thing, such as karaoke, such as, and hope, like, uh, Like a drinking cafe, yeah, there's no, there's no help.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. And could you describe your apartment for me?\nCandidate: Um, my apartment, um, My apartment is located at a hill, so, at a hill, like, so, it is hard to, it is hard to go back to my house, because it is too stiff, and there is three elementary school, and there is near there, and four middle school, and three high school, so the security is so safe, because there is so many student- student live there, live there.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: Um, I'm- I'm a student. Um, I was- I studied in Fiji, near Australia- Australia, just one ma- one year, as a foundation student.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Because I failed to go, I failed the national exam of the Korea. So, I wanna, I wanna re-study at the Korea, but my mother said, just see the abroad, see more, look more. Do not study in Korea anymore. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Okay, now we're gonna talk about gifts. So, what is the best present you have ever received?\nCandidate: I, um... If, um, okay, I wanna choose money from my mother as a gift, because I can do anything, whatever I want, with money, such as hang- hang out with my friends and buy anything that I want, but, hmm, not g- um, but except gift, hmm. Ah, my best gift is this bracelet. It is, I got this from my friends who live in Fiji as a symbol of friendship. Yeah, we- we were best friends. And she gave- she gave me as a, this bracelet means, it means warrior. It means warrior in Fiji. And she gave me as a symbol of relationship, friendship.\nExaminer: Good, perfect. And what kind of gifts are popular in your country?\nCandidate: Can I say money? Ah, okay, ah, okay, ah, hmm. I think, like, uh, like, mobile, mobile, um, mobile coupon, such as, uh, convenience store, or for chicken, or cafe, for cafe, is the best gift in Korea, because it is so handy. Because we can bring- we can bring it in- just in our cell phone.\nExaminer: Okay. Alright, that'll do us for part one. Let's go on to part two now. There is your question, and there is a pen.\nCandidate: Oh, thanks.\nExaminer: Okay, so I'll give you one minute to make some notes, and then we'll talk. Alright, mate, that's one minute. I'll grab that pen back up here. Cheers.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Right, so, part two question, I would like you to describe something you do to stay healthy.\nCandidate: Ah, can I start now?\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Um, there are many things that I- that I do to stay healthy. Uh, first, I- I usually work out at the gym. Um, before, when I was in elementary school, I was so, I was so small. So, I was bullied by my friend, so I tried to be stronger, and like, to be more, like, like be more man, so I start workout. And after I work out, many of my friends, many of my friends like me, who is changed, and I like myself, and I get confident. So I, nowadays I keep work out every day, but nowadays cause of pandemic, the pandemic, COVID-19, I... I couldn't go to gym nowadays, so I try to push up every day in my room. And the second thing, I try to drink a lot of water, because water is one of the important sources that make up human body. And I'm- I'm so interested in my skin care, and I heard water is the most important thing to Not to get a pimple. And, last thing, I start judo. When I was in Fiji, it's not a stereotype, but the Fiji internet connection is not good as Korea. So, so, so, many of my friends have a hobby, like, When Korean boys meet, hang out together in Korea, they usually go, their final destination is to go to PC station, but in Fiji, but in Fiji, they have, uh, outdoor activities, they have outdoor activities, hobbies.\nExaminer: That's two minutes now, right? Okay, yeah, so in the exam, two minutes, we gotta stop, yeah.\nCandidate: Yeah, I understand.\nExaminer: Okay, good, good. So in Fiji, the hobbies were kind of different to hobbies in Korea?\nCandidate: Yeah, so different. Um, on the street, there are so many basketball, basketball plays, and volleyball plays, and they usually go to, go to take a walk at the, to see the ocean, so I start judo as a, as just my hobby, and I think I'm talented I got a first prize at the competition, even though I just learned four months.\nExaminer: Hmm.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Nice.\nCandidate: Yeah, I will keep to try in Korea.\nExaminer: Nice one. All right, mate, let's move on to part three. Let's keep going. All right. Put the time here. Okay. So yeah, first question. Uh, what do old people in your country do to stay healthy?\nCandidate: Definitely, it's hiking, and we can see many elder- elder group, a group of elder people, who- who take their climbing stick and mountain bag to go to mountain. We can easily found them at near the- at the subway station near the mountain. Because they can do conversation with them, with each other, and also, it is the easiest, easy hobby that can enjoy in Korea, because there is so many mountains in Korea.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think younger people like to go hiking?\nCandidate: Um, no, I don't think so. Nowadays, there is so many gyms, so young people can in- enjoy workout at the gym. So, sometimes they enjoy it, but not that much.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think people exercise more these days compared to the past?\nCandidate: Um, it's depend on pe- people, but in my opinion, I think they're not, because Nowadays, the work-life balance is broken because of the overwork. So, after- after the work at the company, people just come back to their house and just sleep, just enjoy the extra time at the day. We just watch a movie, eating snacks. So, I think nowadays, people not try to do workout.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And why do some people hate playing sports?\nCandidate: Um, simply, there's, um, some- the reason of some people hate the sport is simply they are not good at sports. And another reason is, um, people doesn't, people don't like the competition. Sports and workout is different. Sports is something like, competition like soccer, basketball. So, people got burden, depends on their, depends on their, Depends on their roles in that sport. Like, as a goalkeeper, have to protect the goal from the other- other striker's kick, yeah.\nExaminer: And what sports do you think are popular in your country?\nCandidate: In my country, um, soccer and baseball. I'm a fan of, um, um, soccer, I think. It is easy to play- to enjoy. We just need one ball. And also there is a famous star in our Korea, uh, in my- in my country.\nExaminer: Uh-huh.\nCandidate: His name is Park Ji-sung.\nExaminer: Uh-huh.\nCandidate: He- he's very- he plays soccer very well, and he plays- he's in a row of striker in Manchester United before. So, that's why Korean people like soccer. In baseball, I like it. I like baseball.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And do you think, is there any difference between gender when it comes to the sports they like?\nCandidate: Hmm, it's so, um, how can I explain it? Gender? In our country, or...?\nExaminer: In general, in the world.\nCandidate: In general. Um, nowadays, the war- war between- between men and girls is broken sta- broken constantly, but... I think, yes, there is a difference between men and girls. Usually men like to play soccer and rugby, like a rough, it's a rough sport. But girls like, go like pilates, yoga, such as stretching. It is not a stereotype, but I think like that.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And if children are not interested in sport, should their parents, like, force them or make them try new sports?\nCandidate: Um, can I hear it one more time?\nExaminer: Sure. If a child is not interested in sport, should their parents force them to try new sports?\nCandidate: Um, no, they didn't- they didn't need, I think, because children can find Any other hobbies, like, like, draw a picture, draw a picture, take a picture, or, or sing a song, it can be a, it can be a, it can, instead of the outside activity, like sports, and also, I think it, it is not a good education for, for them, to force them.\nExaminer: Okay. Alright, mate, that'll do us. That's our time. Done.\nCandidate: Oh, finished.",
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  "title": "203 - IELTS Speaking Band 5.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright then, let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, my name is Eunjin Lee.\nExaminer: Could you spell that for me, please?\nCandidate: E-U-N-J-I-N-L-E-E.\nExaminer: Okay. Eunjin, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: Um, I just graduated last February, so I'm working as a teacher to teach middle school and high school students at academy, so I normally teach reading and grammar.\nExaminer: Do you like your job?\nCandidate: Yeah, I like it, because, um, I feel proud of myself, because I can give some information and knowledge to students.\nExaminer: And what do you do when you have some free time?\nCandidate: Um, actually, I love shopping, but I- I don't have that much right now, so I just browse- browse some online shopping mall by apps.\nExaminer: Okay, why do you enjoy that?\nCandidate: Um, actually, when I was early twenties, I- I was addicted to clothes and shopping. Oh, I can, um, I can feel like an- another person when I wear, uh, a different kind of clothes. So, I love it.\nExaminer: Mm, okay. And what kind of accommodation do you live in?\nCandidate: Um, I live in a studio. It's all very small. Um, it's kind of, uh, separated by rooms or, like, living room, kitchen, so... It's a little bit, uh, inconvenience to live in, because I live with my sister.\nExaminer: Okay. Alright, now we're gonna talk about, uh, new activities. So, do you like to try new activities?\nCandidate: Um, uh, I would say yes, because sometimes it- it could be challenging, but, um, if I can, um, learn or start new things, um, I can get a lot of new information and do some challenging things.\nExaminer: And what activities would you like to try?\nCandidate: Hmm... I want to try, um, rock climbing, actually, um, but it's kind of difficult to try it, so I want to go inside climbing center, yeah, so I can make a muscle.\nExaminer: Okay, and what activities did you do when you were a child?\nCandidate: I- when I was a kid, growing up, um, I don't do- I didn't do that much, like, game or, um, playing, uh, internet game, so I normally hang- hung out with my friends in playground.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you like to try new activities alone or with friends?\nCandidate: I would definitely say with friends, because I can get more, um, enjoyable and lively vibe, and we can cheer each other.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. That'll do us for part one. We'll go on to part two now. Okay, so I'll give you the question. Here is your question today. And there's a pen. Okay, so I'll give you one minute now to make some notes and prepare. So you can begin. Alright, that's one minute. I might just grab that pen off you, if that's okay. Thank you. Right, so could you describe a time when you were surprised to meet a friend?\nCandidate: Um, it was a few days ago. I met my friends, um, I just met my friends at a cafe, so, um, they- they prepared my birthday party, uh, As a surprising. I didn't expect it at all, because it was March, but my fa- my birthday is actually February, so it's a month later. They prepared the gift and flower. Actually, I- I can't expect the gift, because It's a meeting for my birthday, but, um, they prepared the flower for my graduation gift, because I graduated, as I told you, last February. So, um... It was really impressive because normally in Korea, I don't know, not that much people give flowers to each other when it comes to just friends, so... Uh, they made, uh, they picked, uh, certain color for me, and, uh, rapping very unique, like no other. So, yeah, I think I- I got really impressive feeling that time.\nExaminer: Okay. That's just about almost two minutes now. Okay. Yeah. Okay. Hmm. So, how do you normally celebrate your birthday?\nCandidate: Um... When I was high school student and university school student, my friends and I, um, prepared all the birthday party, um, like a surprise party, but, um, these days, we just know each other very well, so, um, I just, um, Make- make- prepare my- my birthday party and friend's birthday party. Just prepare and enjoy, okay.\nExaminer: Right, we'll go on to the part three of the test now, okay? So we'll continue on. Right. So, why do friends meet up with each other?\nCandidate: Um... Um, I think just, um, friends can talk each other very, um, from very light thing to deep talk. So, when you get stressed, we can, um, just stress out and solve the problem with just talking with friends. So, I think that is the best part with meeting friends.\nExaminer: And where do friends usually meet in your country?\nCandidate: In my country? Um... I think the first meeting place is, like, a subway station. Because that is the exact location that we can make a promise, so I think that is the best place.\nExaminer: And if friends are spending time together, which places do they go to?\nCandidate: When we meet at first, we go to the restaurant to eat, because we're really sensitive to eating. And then we go to a cafe normally, and just grab some coffee and eat more dessert.\nExaminer: Okay. And are there any jobs which deal with unexpected things?\nCandidate: Can you say that again?\nExaminer: Sure. Are there any jobs which deal with something that's unexpected?\nCandidate: I would say in service field, because, um, there are a lot of different demands for the service field. So, um, for example, I was a server at a restaurant, and, um, of course there are some kind customer, but there are some People that they demand really, um, unexpected thing. So, it's real difficult to deal with that kind of people.\nExaminer: Sure, yeah. And in your country, what kind of jobs are popular?\nCandidate: Um... Um, I would say the public officer, because Korea is really competitive and people get a high pressure, so, um, public officer is more kind of stable jobs, so, Many Korean young people want to be, that, uh, want to live, like, a stable life, and they want to keep, like, work-job balance, work-life balance, so... I think, yeah, public officer is the most, uh, popular job.\nExaminer: Mm, good. And do you think parents influence their kids' decision on what job to take?\nCandidate: Um, no, I think it depends on kids' personality, cause, even- even though the parents influence their mind or their their, like, characters to their kids. Um, I think it is more depend- it depends on more, like, um, the kid's- kid's, um, interest and their, um, their, their character and personality, so I think there's not that much influence to keep.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. Alright. Done.",
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  "title": "204 - IELTS Speaking Band 6.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, so could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Um, uh, I'm Myungjin Lee. It's spelled out M-Y-E-O-N-G-J-I-N-L-E-E.\nExaminer: Okay. And are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: Um, I was student, like, before, like, a month ago, but I'm currently start to work, um, at, uh, academic in Korea, which is English for, um, kids aged, like, 8 to 12.\nExaminer: Mm. Good. And do you like your job?\nCandidate: Yes, I'm kind of enjoying to work there, and, uh, the kids are really cute, so I'm happy for it.\nExaminer: And could you tell me about your hometown?\nCandidate: Um, I was born and raised in Changwon, where is situated the southern part of the Korea, and it's, uh, located, uh, near the beautiful beach.\nExaminer: Mmm. And do you think you will live in your hometown in the future?\nCandidate: Hmm, I don't think I'm going to live in my hometown anymore. It's because I already moved to Seoul to- for my university, and then, um, I'm planning to go abroad again. So, um, I don't think hometown is my future home.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And now we're going to talk about shopping. So, do you like shopping?\nCandidate: Yeah, of course, definitely, um, when I get stressed, um, I usually go for, go shopping, and even if I don't buy anything, going shopping makes me feel, um, better, yeah.\nExaminer: And do you like to compare prices when you shop?\nCandidate: Um, yeah, of course, because I've been student for a long time, so, um, whenever I make money for myself, um, I usually compare prices, um, either offline shopping or online shopping.\nExaminer: And is it difficult for you to make choices when you shop?\nCandidate: Um, I am not a picky person, so I usually, uh, decide to buy what I want, what I want, so, um, I don't really hesitate to decide buying something.\nExaminer: And do you think expensive products are always better than cheaper ones?\nCandidate: Um, okay, um, I don't think it is always expensive one is better than cheaper one. It's because in, um, for example, in Korea, there are, um, a lot of cheaper brand or, like, um, three-foot brand, I think. So, but there are, um, quality is quite good enough compared to the expensive one. So, um, in Korea, from my perspective, I can think of the cheaper brands are good for, uh, expectation, the, uh, when it comes to quality.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you prefer to go shopping alone or with other people?\nCandidate: Um, I definitely will go shopping with my sister or friend because I don't have a, um, good eyes for choosing clothes or something. So, um, I definitely need some help. Uh, to choose what is, uh, best one for me.\nExaminer: Okay. Good. Okay, that will do us for part one. Let's move on to the second part of the test. So, we'll get your question here.\nCandidate: Yep.\nExaminer: So, here is your question. And there's a pen for you.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: So, I'll give you one minute now to do some note-taking and prepare.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Okay, so you can begin with that. That's one minute now, Ingen. Okay, you ready? I'll just grab this back out here. Thank you. So yeah, could you, uh, describe a time when you ate something for the first time?\nCandidate: Um, um, I'm going to tell you about, uh, food that I tried for the first time. Um, I tried, uh, Greek food, and, um, it was 2019. I was in Vancouver. Um, there are much- a lot of, um, chances to try another country's food. So, um, that day I decided to go for, um, Greek restaurant, um, and it was, uh, summer, so I need some fresh, like, different kind of food that I never tried. So, um, I went there my- with my sister, um, I entered the restaurant and we were waiting for the server, but the funniest thing was the server looks a little bit of, uh, intoxicated, like, her eyes looks, um, like, looks really tired. And then we ordered, uh, that, uh, what we liked. And, well, at first, I was really unfamiliar with, uh, Greek food, so I, uh, didn't really know how to eat it. So we were, um, we were trying to ask, uh, server how to eat this food to enjoy fully this, um, Kind of dishes, so, um, and then we decided to order another, like, drinks, but it was, uh, really normal drinks that I can have in my daily life, not in, um, Greek restaurant especially. So, uh, to be honest, um, the Greek food was good, but, uh,\nExaminer: Okay, that's two minutes now, okay, so I have to stop you there.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Alright, thank you. So, since then, have you eaten much Greek food?\nCandidate: Um, after that, I, um, haven't got another time to the restaurant, but I definitely would go, uh, go there the other day.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. Well, what's your favorite foreign food to eat?\nCandidate: Uh, foreign food, um, it will be, um, Italian food, because it is, like, easy to access, like, everywhere you are.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, great. All right, now we're going to part three of the test.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: So let's keep going. Okay, so keeping with the topic, uh, what kinds of foreign food are popular in your country?\nCandidate: Um, in my country, the most popular one would be Um, American food, I think, because, um, we consider American food as, like, hamburgers or pizza. Um, actually, pizza is from, uh, Italian food, as far as I know, um, but definitely, uh, America, like, the state, is regarded as, uh, one of the biggest, uh, consumer for the pizza. So, pizza and hamburger is, uh, Uh, the most consumed in Korea, especially, um, it's, uh, late night meal.\nExaminer: Mm, okay. And do you think all age groups enjoy these kinds of food?\nCandidate: Um, I don't think pizza and hamburgers, like, fast food is not for the whole age group. It's because it's kind of oily and, like, too cheesy for the older group because, um, in my opinion, for the older groups, they more likely to prefer, um, fresh one or, Something easy to digest.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, and do you think should teachers or parents teach children how to cook?\nCandidate: Definitely, yes. It's because, um, Um, children will not live with their parents forever, and then, um, knowing how to cook, uh, will help the young age group, uh, to be independent and feed themselves, like, yeah, in the future.\nExaminer: Do you think it's common these days for parents to teach their kids how to cook?\nCandidate: Um, unfortunately, I think it's getting, um, less common to teach how to cook. It's because it's getting busier these days, and then both parents are, like, required to work more, so, um, I think they don't have much time to cook together from the childhood.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. Do you think in the future it will continue to be like this, or will it change?\nCandidate: Um, um, it- I think it depends on the families. If they put effort to, like, how to cook, then have their time with family, um, that family would, uh, Would teach children how to cook, but on the other hand, if some family put more value to make money or have a busy life, they don't have time to know how to cook.\nExaminer: And why do people like to eat their local food, their traditional food?\nCandidate: Um, it's because it is, uh, the most familiar food for them, um, and they won't feel any, um, inconvenience or exotic feeling when they are eating, and, um, and I think eating should be, um, eating should give Uh, most, the happiest time to people.\nExaminer: Okay. Alright. That will do us. That's part three finished as well. Okay, thank you for coming in.\nCandidate: Thank you.",
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  "serial": 205,
  "title": "205 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.0 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, my full name is Hee-Chan Moon, but I usually just go by Chan.\nExaminer: Could you spell your full name for me, please?\nCandidate: So, it's H-E-E, and then a space, and then C-H-A-N, and then M-O-O-N, Moon being my last name.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And do you like your name?\nCandidate: I think so, cause, um, when my parents, um, made my name, and they, uh, when they were, like, thinking about, like, how we're gonna name this- name this baby, like, they thought of, like, many different candidates, and usually, like, they, uh, wanted me to, uh, They wanted me to be helpful to, like, other people. Like, you know, like, in the Bible, it says, love thy neighbors. So, um, my, uh, my name, like, Hee Chan, like, in- in Chinese characters, like, the meaning, um, uh, The meaning of, like, the two letters is, um, the helper of light, so. They just wanted to be- they just wanted me to be a good person, so I try to- I try to be that, but sometimes it just doesn't work out, but I try my best regardless.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: Well, I used to work until yesterday, so... So, currently, I'm unemployed, but I'm not a student either, so I guess, like, in short term, my answer would be neither.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And could you tell me the name of your hometown, please?\nCandidate: Um... My hometown is Busan. It's located in the, uh, south- southeast corner of the Korean peninsula. It's a harbor city. And, um, it's, um, famous for having a lot of, um, beaches, like, on the shorelines. But at the same time, um, it's also the second largest city, um, in- in South- South Korea. I don't know, like, how the comparison would be, like, with all- all- I mean, with the two Koreas combined, but it's one of the largest cities, and, um... The only thing Busan is lacking is cultural infra- infrastructure, meaning that, um, we don't have a lot of concerts or exhibitions, but everything else we've- we've got in there. It's a pretty chill city to live in. It's got many different, um, different, um, shades and faces they could offer to you if you were on a tour.\nExaminer: Mm, okay. And do you think you will live there in the future?\nCandidate: Hmm, I often imagine myself as a nomad, as I am, as in, like, working in, like, many different cities, so, I'm not sure if I will, um, live in Busan for a long time, but, um, at some point, I also wish to return. But that would be, like, much later, maybe, probably after I retire or something. But until then, I want to, like, experience a lot of different, um, sides of the world, if that makes sense.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Now we're gonna talk about reading. So, do you like reading?\nCandidate: I think so, but not as much as how I loved reading when I was a child.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: So, um, when I was a kid, like, my parents didn't really want me to, like, play, like, play too much video games or watch TV.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Um, but, um, they, uh, they, uh, they offered me, like, a lot of books to read with, so I ended up reading a lot of books when I was a kid. But then, education. You know, it forced me to read books, right? So I started- I started to hate reading until probably mid-college. And then, um, and then, um, I went, uh, right, um, so... Until college, I hated reading, but, um, I had to do my, uh, military service. I don't know, like, why every single South Korean male candidates have to talk about their military service, but anyways, um, when I was doing my service, um, I used to, I used to read a lot of books because I had nothing, nothing better to do. So I kind of picked up reading again, so, so I had a lot of, um, ups and downs about my, uh, preference. In, um, in hobbies, but reading has been going back and forth, but I guess I could conclude that I still like, I still like reading.\nExaminer: Okay. Right? And, do you read electronic books?\nCandidate: E-books, right? Um, couple of times, but I'm, Only a couple of times because, um, it's- it's convenient because it's just- it's just, like, on your phone. It's small, so, like, it's really easy to read, like, in a, uh, in a packed subway, right? But, um, I don't know, like, people- people, You could tell me I'm old, but I still prefer the, uh, the feeling of turning pages in, uh, on a, uh, on a paper book.\nExaminer: That makes sense.\nCandidate: It just feels more like I'm making progress through it. It just feels much better than just swiping the screen from right to left.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And what is your favorite genre when it comes to books?\nCandidate: Definitely fiction, like non-fiction books about, like, um, like, What's, I don't know, I, I, probably this is not a word, but, um, I don't, I don't like reading books that are about, like, um, improving, like, improving, improving oneself, like, self-betterment. I don't know if that's a word, but, um, I feel like those kind of things that, that are written, written on the books, like, you could, like, actually experience as you're living life, right? So, like, experience could, like, fill that gap for you. It's not something that you would read off a book to know about. So, I actually, like, I usually like reading fictions way better, like, even when I was a kid and still now.\nExaminer: Okay. That'll do for part one. Okay, so we're finished up there. It was a bit long, actually, it was a bit over the time, if that's okay, but... Anyway, we're going to the second part of the test now. So, I'll give you this. So, your question is there, and there's a pen. So, you can do, uh, note-taking now for one minute. Okay, so you can begin. Okay, here we go. Right, so yeah, could you describe an occasion when you wore your best clothes?\nCandidate: Alright, this was a, uh, a difficult question to- question for me to answer because I usually like- I usually prefer wearing very casual clothes, like, no matter the occasion, so it took me some time to think about, but, um, it was- it was during, um, fall form and formal during freshman year, so it was the year 2012, I think? That's when I was- when I was a freshman? So, so fall formal, it was like a prom, but kind of for, like, college students. So it was like a, uh, SAC, so Student Acti- Activities Committee, I think that's what it was called. So it was a, uh, it was an event, um, organized by them. So, like, I had a date back then, and I ended up dating that... A person for two and a half years, anyways, um, so she really wanted to go. Usually, I'm like the really lazy type that doesn't wanna- doesn't really want to, like, participate in such events. But, um, she really wanted to go, and she- she really wanted to look nice, so she was like, Like, looking up, like, all the dresses, like, on online shops and all, so I was like, oh, shoot, I need to- I need to dress up as well, so I was like, what am I gonna wear? So- so, of course, it had to be a suit, so it ended up being a suit, obviously, but the suit was in all black, so- so the shirt was black, the, uh, the slacks, that was also black, and the jacket was black, but, um, I didn't wear a tie. So, um, she wore- she wore- she wore a dress in all white, and I wore a suit in all black. So... so what else? I can remember a lot of details about the, uh, about the event itself, but, um, about the suit, I can vaguely remember, but I assume that the shoes that I wore were also black, because, um, I just wanted to, like, match the colors. I mean, not the mat- like, not matching as in, like, same colors, but it- but in, like, black and white comparison. I hope my answer was sufficient.\nExaminer: That's just about two minutes there now, mate. Yeah, so you spoke for the full length of time. That's great. Okay, good, good. So, when was the last time you wore a suit? Can you remember?\nCandidate: Like, combat suit in the army. If that counts as a suit, that would be my last occasion, so that was my, uh, That was last year when I had to do my, uh, my reserve training, but I'm assuming that would not count as a suit. I wore a, uh, semi-casual suit, like, at the end of last year when the, uh, my ex-company, like, all of- all the, uh, all the staff gathered up to, like, to, like, see what we've done, like, through the year and what we're gonna do after. So it was, like, a little, um, Banquet-ish kind of meeting, so that was- that was the last time, but it- it wouldn't exactly count as, like, a suit in some case, in- in a way, because, um, I was wearing, like, a very casual, not a suit jacket, very casual jacket, but I wore a tie, so that would count as, like, 50%, I guess.\nExaminer: Okay, we'll leave it at that, good man. Right, so we're going to part three of the test now, we'll keep going with it, okay? So, yeah, let's begin. Alright. So, do you think people need to wear formal clothes when they're in the workplace?\nCandidate: Like, from my deepest personal opinion, my answer is no. Because, like, people need to be, like, I don't know, like, this, uh, this statement might be contradictory, but people need to feel comfortable when they're working. Like, feeling comfortable in a workplace, like, that sounds very contradictory, but anyways, um, people, like, shouldn't have to worry about, like, what they wear or what they- what they're gonna look like to other people in a, uh, in an- in an office. But, an exception would be that, um, Would be when you're meeting a client or a, uh, a business partner. That's when you would need to kind of suit up and look professional, I guess. But, um, most of the times, most of the time, I would say no. People need to feel as comfortable as possible in the workplace because it's already uncomfortable.\nExaminer: So why do you think people should wear formal clothes when they meet other businesses or other clients?\nCandidate: Because, sadly, um, the, uh, the world we live in, like, appearance, like, it should not matter, but it kind of matters. It's something that we can't just simply ignore, so. So, sometimes, like, first impression can, like, mean a lot of things, like, it would, it would, like, to some people, like, it would be a game changer, even from the very start, even without, like, talking to the person, like, what they look like, or what they are wearing, that might... That might be a big determining factor, so, in order to avoid that, because we know that those kind of people exist, and we're not, um, even I'm not, like, completely from- free from that, uh, free from that prejudice, so, it's something that we need to, uh, pay attention to, I guess.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: It's not something that I ideally agree with, but...\nExaminer: Alright. And do people in your country wear traditional clothing?\nCandidate: During national holidays, like, I guess, yes, but not very often.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: I've seen people, um, wearing, like, modernized traditional Korean clothes from time to time. And honestly, like, they looked, um, I'm not sure if I'm supposed to say this word, but, um, dope. It looked really awesome. Because, um, it had, like, both the factors of the, the, uh, the traditional elegance and the modern, um, simplicity. So, like, those two combined together, like, honestly, looked really nice. So, like, people would wear, like, really, uh, big jacket, sort of. If I had to, like, convert it to a, uh, bottom cap, like, a jacket, like, as cardigans, then they looked pretty awesome. And I was like, man, I wanna, like, I wanna, like, Get one of those and, like, wear one of them, like, from time to time, but I looked at the price tag and it was, like, super expensive, so I was like, nah.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: It's a lot of time.\nExaminer: Mmm, great. And, in general, do you think older people care much about fashion?\nCandidate: Mmm... Like, older people in this country, in Korea, like, I don't think they care too much, but, uh, but sometimes I see, like, all these, like, um, old gentlemen with, like, all suited up with, like, with the handkerchiefs and, like, their, um, jacket pockets and all. Like, when, like, older people, like, dress up really well, like, honestly, they look awesome, like, with the suit, because I feel like suit, like, for me, like, I'm still young, so, like, I feel like... I feel really unnatural when I'm wearing a suit because it isn't... because I feel like I'm not, like, quite there yet in terms of, like, maturity. But, um, when older people, like, when they're- when they age, well, it's like their maturity and their experience kind of, like, shows from their, uh, aura, I guess, from the atmosphere that they give. So, like, when that suit matches with the atmosphere, it looks really awesome. But in reality, most of the, uh, older people, like, Like, elders in- in Korea, like, they usually wear, like, mountain hiking clothes, even though when they're, like, not even hiking for some reason. I guess that's probably because they're comfortable, but that was the, uh, general impression that I was getting from older people.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And why do some people really like buying new clothing for themselves?\nCandidate: Probably because, um, they like to look, um, Like, not in a slang kind of way, but look fresh, as in, like, um, trying out different colors and different patterns, and, like, experiencing, probably, what they look best in. And, um, even though, like, people, like, buy new clothes, like, they kind of end up, like, being skewed towards their, uh, their preference, so they kind of end up, like, buying the same kind of clothes. Even for me, like, I- I prefer sweaters, and I prefer sweaters with, like, little characters on, like this one.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: So, like, like, whenever, like, I go, like, buy new clothes, I end up, like, kind of, like, buying the same clothes over and over again. But, um, even, like, in that, um, in that constantness, I know constantness is not a word, in that consistency, um, people like to have, people like to, um, bring changes to what they wear, sorta.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Within their preference, I guess.\nExaminer: Perfect. That'll do us. All right. Finished.\nCandidate: Thank you so much.\nExaminer: Perfect.",
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  "serial": 206,
  "title": "206 - 아이엘츠 스피킹 Band 6.5 한국인 모의시험 (피드백 포함) IELTS Speaking",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My full name is Minseok Kim. It spells out as M-I-N-S-E-O-K-K-I-M. Minseok Kim.\nExaminer: Very good. And are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm currently studying in Australia, and I'm studying for my university.\nExaminer: Okay. What is your major of study?\nCandidate: Uh, I major in marketing. I do enjoy my major.\nExaminer: Okay. Now, could you tell me, uh, about your accommodation? So, do you live in a house or do you live in an apartment?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm currently living in, uh, a dormitory. And I'm just living by myself. I have to cater myself. And I think it's quite comfortable to live alone.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay, very good. Um, and how long have you lived there?\nCandidate: Um, it's been about year and a half now.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: And I'm planning to live here until my graduation.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay, good. And what's the difference between the place you're living now and where you lived in the past?\nCandidate: So, I've lived in couple of, uh, forms of accommodation. So, I've lived in homestay, um, share house, dormitory, and I think my current, um, dormitory is the best, because for homestay, the homestay host is the one who take cares of me and who cooks for me. But I think the host sometimes, Uh, act like a host, so he would try to control you, or, like, ask you to do something. So I thought it was, I think it's okay if you're under 18, but after becoming an adult, that's a bit troublesome.\nExaminer: Okay, right. Um, and which is your favorite part of your home?\nCandidate: Uh, my favorite part of my home is, um, living alone is the best thing. I can do whatever thing- thing I want. Uh, let's say I stay out and come back home really late, but there's no one to scold me or anything. And, um, there's, like, cooking facilities, uh, for example, oven, um, Or microwave anything that I can cook for myself, so I think that's very convenient.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Okay, now we're gonna talk about, uh, smiling.\nCandidate: Smiling.\nExaminer: Yeah. So, do you like to smile?\nCandidate: Ah, a lot of people say I smile a lot, and especially my mother, she say, don't smile too much, or they would think that you were, like, easy person or something.\nExaminer: Yeah. Okay, right. Uh, and why do people smile at other people?\nCandidate: Um, I would say it's sort of a way to show your respect, but, um, for my country, in Korea, sometimes you have to control your smiling, because some- in some cases, they would think that it's rude to smile.\nExaminer: Oh, I see. Okay. And do you smile when people take pictures of you?\nCandidate: Uh, when I was going through my puberty, I didn't smile at all when somebody was taking my picture. But, uh, after I grew up, I looked through my, um, photo books, and I was like, uh, I'm not smiling at all. It doesn't look good without smiling. So after that, I started smiling a lot.\nExaminer: Okay. And can you recognize a fake smile?\nCandidate: Ah, yes. I was interested in micro-expressions for people, so I've read a couple of books, and the book said, um, when somebody is smiling only with your mouth, That means it's highly likely to be fake smile, but if your eyes are smiling, that's the actual smile, because it's really hard for you to control this cheek muscles. Yes, so after that, I always try to look for eye smiles.\nExaminer: Okay, good, good, nice one. That will do us for part one of the test.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, we'll go on to the second part now, mate. Okay, here we go. There you go again.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: And there's your pen.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Alright, so I'll give you one minute to make some notes and get ready. Okay, so you can begin. Alright, I think that's your minute up again.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Cheers. Okay, so could you describe a water sport you would like to try in the future?\nCandidate: Um, if I can, I would like to try surfing in the future. I'm living in Australia, and there are a lot of beaches, um, in Australia, but, uh, I've seen a lot of people doing surfing, and there are a lot of surfing, uh, academies and lessons, but I didn't get to try it. But if I may, if I can, I would like to try it because it looks very fun and very cool when, when you're surfing and the waves are following you from behind. And, but I heard it's quite difficult to master it, so it takes few weeks or even, like, some people takes More longer- a longer time to master surfing or even stand up on the surfing board. But, um, yeah, if I can do surfing, maybe every summer I'll go to, uh, beach and Do surfing, if I can. Uh, and, um, if I learn how to surf, I can even do it in other countries other than Australia, but I think it's- it would be hard to do it in Korea, my home country, because I've heard that, uh, you need certain height of waves to do surfing. But in Korea, I heard it's not that high. To surf.\nExaminer: Okay. That will do us there. Thank you. Right. So surfing is popular in Australia, of course.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Do you ever- do you have any friends who have tried it before?\nCandidate: Uh, most of my friends are trying it, try- have tried it, but they're saying, oh, you should try it, but I'm always replying, oh, I would, I would, but I was too lazy.\nExaminer: Someday.\nCandidate: Yeah, someday.\nExaminer: Right, good stuff. Alright, yeah, should we go on to the third part?\nCandidate: Yes, please.\nExaminer: Yeah, let's go. Alright, okay, so, yeah, what kinds of water sports are popular nowadays?\nCandidate: Um, for, since the past and until now, I think the most basic water sports, swimming, has always been popular. Um, but in terms of styles of swimming, I think a lot of people are, Looking up to butterfly form, because they think in order to do that form of swimming, you need to have certain amount of muscles, and you need to be very agile to do it. So, even for me, I could only do freestyle, But, um, I have always wanted to, uh, do butterflies if I can, but I've tried it a couple of years ago, but I failed miserably.\nExaminer: Okay, right. And apart from swimming, any other sports in the water that are quite popular these days?\nCandidate: Um, in term- for water sports, uh, I think sailing is also very popular among rich people, I should say. Uh, some people think that it's not a sports. But, um, I heard- I've heard that if- even for boats, there are a lot of sizes that you can choose. So there are even boats that you have to hold, um, the boat yourself, and you need to guide the boat.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: And even for, uh, even in terms of, um, sailing, I should say there's a lot of similar kind of sports like canoeing.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Oh, yeah.\nCandidate: So, I think those are also popular sports.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay, good. And what are some of the advantages of traveling by boat?\nCandidate: Um, I think it's less costly than taking an airplane. Um, and, you need- you- I think you can prepare a lot of things before departing. So, for airplane, you have limited services that, uh, the company can provide you with. But, in- for boat, you can prepare a lot of clothes, a lot of foods, and you can even have, If it's a big, huge boat, you can even have swimming pools and basketball court on the boat, so I think it's more better.\nExaminer: Okay. And do Korean people use boat or ship to travel to other countries sometimes?\nCandidate: I think for close-distance countries like Japan or, um, in Korea we have this island called Jeju Island. So, when they're going to those two areas, I think people take huge cruises. And, um, after retiring, older generation take those cruises to travel abroad, because they have time and money to, um, spend on those expensive cruises.\nExaminer: Yes, indeed. And do you think it's necessary for everyone to learn how to swim?\nCandidate: I've heard that for most of the Western countries, um, by- by law, it is mandatory to learn how to swim in, uh, for emergency cases. But in Korea, it's not mandatory, but I think parents think that, um, it's quite important to learn how to swim. And I personally think that it's, uh, important to learn how to swim, because Uh, once, at least once in your life, you would encounter, you might encounter those, uh, sudden accident, or, yeah, and if you panic, In the water, uh, once you know how to swim, it will be very, uh, I think it's better, it will be better to, uh, save yourself if you know how to swim.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.",
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  "title": "207 - 아이엘츠 스피킹 Band 8.5 우즈베키스탄인 모의시험 (피드백 포함) IELTS Speaking",
  "transcription": "Examiner: So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Yes, that's Mukaram Sonwa, and Mukaram spelled as M-U-K-A-D-D-A-M.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. And where are you from?\nCandidate: I'm from Uzbekistan, that is situated in the middle of Asia, and it's famous for being the historical country.\nExaminer: Could you describe your hometown for me?\nCandidate: Yes, actually, I come from the Bukhara, and it's a pretty famous city of my country, because there are a lot of, uh, historical monuments and, at the same time, buildings. So, most of the tourists, like, visit my country, uh, my city first, and then they go to other places. So, the main reason why it's famous, as I told you before, it's historical. There is, like, there are some modern buildings, but mainly they consist of historical ones.\nExaminer: Is there anything you dislike about your hometown?\nCandidate: Well, uh, The answer for my- for this question would be no, because I can see a lot of tourists and, uh, what I can, like, speak in English or, like, try to do, like, culture exchange programs or anything, so there are a lot of options when I live in this city compared to the, like, uh, the modern ones, because they are limited, I think. Yes, but, so, the answer, like, to this question would be, like, no.\nExaminer: Okay. And could you tell me about some of your hobbies?\nCandidate: Well, yeah, one of the hobbies, well, I don't know whether to call it hobby or not, but I really love studying. Like, even though I'm, like, 25, according to the Korean, like, age law or something, so I still love studying, and that is what actually makes me happy. And another hobby that I have is, like, obvious and common to others as well, that is listening to music and watching TVs.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm, okay. Now we're gonna talk about, uh, getting up early. So, do you often get up early in the morning?\nCandidate: Well, frankly speaking, this is my weakness. I can't get up early in the morning. The reason is that I have a sleeping disorder that makes me, like, unable to sleep until, like, 4 a.m. or, like, sometimes 3 a.m. So, but the maximum is 4 a.m., so it's, like, uh, really hard for me to get up early in the morning.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And is your weekend routine the same as your weekday routine, in terms of waking up?\nCandidate: Well, uh, not really, but, for example, during the weekdays, I feel, like, stressed out, because I have to, well, like, I don't know why, but I have a stereotype that I have to wake up early during the weekdays, but weekends, like, these are the days where I can do whatever I want, according to my, like, thinking, or whatever, so, I feel like, uh, I feel more, like, stressed out during the weekends, about my waking up, like...\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And tell me about the last time you woke up very early.\nCandidate: Uh, the last time I woke up very early is today to get to the exam test, because, uh, getting- getting here takes me, like, two hours by using different kind of public transportations, so I had to wake up at five in order to get here, like, getting up and stuff like that. So this is- today is the The day that I have to mention.\nExaminer: Right. And is breakfast important to you in the morning?\nCandidate: Well, yeah, because I used to be chubby, and I had to take different kind of, like, health, uh, I had to go to different kind of places to discuss about my health, like the doctors, the, uh, the people, like, experts who work on the- this field, so they always recommended me to skip the dinner, but always follow on breakfast, so, yes, breakfasts are quite important for me.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And do you think, in general, people these days get enough sleep?\nCandidate: Well, uh, Thinking about it, I don't think that they are getting, like, enough sleep. Looking at the people that I know, they're always, like, worried about their future, because the people I know are the younger ones in the generation, and they're always worried about their studies, they're always worried about their... Future, so that's why they keep, like, studying and also they love playing games, computer games, usually. So they spend all night, like, playing computer games.\nExaminer: Alright, perfect. I'll do this for part one. We'll go on to the second part of the test now.\nCandidate: Lovely.\nExaminer: I'm gonna give you a bit of paper. So, yeah, there is your part two question. There's a pen for you. I'll give you one minute now to take some notes. Okay, so you can begin. Okay, that's one minute now.\nCandidate: Okay. Thank you. Good. So, okay, I'll start by answering to the question of a good decision that I made, and what is it. So the ques- the decision I made was to, about the challenge, that actually I challenged myself to read books, like three books in a month. And when I started it, I think I have to say that it was the end of my semester, and that was November. The reason why I decided to, uh, read three books in a month was because I saw a psychiatrist and I was in the early stages of the panic disorder, and, you know, if I do not, Recover from it, that will have a disastrous, like, the consequence in the future. Therefore, the psychiatrist decided me to do something that I really like. So, I love studying and I love reading. Therefore, I decided to read books and challenge myself. And the result of it was quite astonishing. So far, I have finished, like, six books, cause, uh, I started in November and it's already, like, two months and a half. So, and also I was able to, uh, uh, get a lot of informations and, uh, the things that I actually didn't know. And also it made me much happier and now I feel that my time isn't wasted and I don't feel pressured or, like, uh, stressed out as I used to be. And, uh, I think that reading books is also important for people, cause it always helps them to learn and get something useful. And it's never a waste of time or something. So, um, that's the reason why I think I'm gonna continue doing this, uh, challenge for myself. And, I think, yeah, rather than watching movies that I used to do, and it made me stressed out, because I usually, like, look at the people, and I feel like I'm just a, like, loser or something, but reading the books, I'm finding out that there are, like, people who are having the same problems with me, but still, like, trying to move on. Uh, usually, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, that's two minutes now. Perfect. Okay, so when you read, do you have a certain place you go to read?\nCandidate: Oh, yeah, like, I am kind of an introvert person, so it's not, like, uh, common for me to be in front of the public or in front of the crowded places, so I prefer, like, my house or the place where it's, like, super silent or, yes. I don't like noise.\nExaminer: Great. Alright, so we'll move on to the third part of the test now. Yes, keep going. So yeah, what decisions do people make every day?\nCandidate: Well, there are some, like, like, basic, the human decisions, like, what time to get up early, and what to do, like, they make some kind of schedules about their days, and sometimes they take the long-term decisions, like, what I'm gonna do in the future, or what is, what is gonna happen if I invest the stock today, or, like, this kind of thing, so, usually, it's, like, short-term and long-term decisions that they make.\nExaminer: Hmm. Why do some people find it difficult to make decisions?\nCandidate: Uh, well, actually, I'm in a category of this kind of people, because, uh, overthinking, I think, is the main reason for having the difficulty to, uh, make a decision or come up with a decision. Because we think too much, uh, we think about the possible outcomes and something that is not possible. So, yes, that's why we limit ourselves, and some people do not want to go over their comfort zones, because sometimes making decisions means that you have to go over your expectations and everything, so that's the reasons why they do not want to, like, or find it difficult to make decisions overall.\nExaminer: Hmm. Do you think it's a good idea to ask other people advice when making a decision?\nCandidate: Well, it depends on the kind of decision you want to make, because I feel like if you're gonna make a personal decision, it's, uh, like, depends on you, because nobody knows you better than you are. But when it comes to the decisions of, like, about the science or, like, medicine, you have to discuss it with others as well, because it's, like, a global decision, and So, the consequences will result or affect the whole world. So, I feel like it depends on the purpose and the type of decisions you want to make.\nExaminer: And why do some people dislike asking others for advice?\nCandidate: Uh, yeah, I, like, from the question that you just said, that I can feel myself, the reason is because they don't like being ignored, or they don't like being, like, rejected by the ideas. Like, for example, I wanted to go to another country, but my parents rejected this idea, saying that, uh, that South Korea is the safest country to go for, and I was, like, really stressed out and upset, but, yeah, that was actually my decision in my life, that's what I thought, but... Yeah, as you can see, it's the safest, like, considering the COVID-19 in other cases.\nExaminer: Indeed.\nCandidate: So, yeah.\nExaminer: And can children make decisions on their own?\nCandidate: Well, uh, It's, uh, well, I think that children are still young and they are not experienced as they are parents or they are teachers, so I feel like to- to answer no to this question, because sometimes they want something just for their own desire and they don't know about the consequences. Therefore, like, parents, knowing everything, they can help and they can ha- guide them. They're actually in the age that they need a hand to hold and a voice to guide, so therefore I think that Children are not still able to make decisions on their own. Yeah, so, like, the parents and teacher or the people who are responsible for them are the ones who must be- who must help them to make a decision or something.\nExaminer: Yeah, so do you think parents should make the decision for them or help the children make the decision?\nCandidate: Well, uh, I'll go for the second option, cause helping. Cause sometimes, like, parents just want their own desires, like, okay, I want my son or my daughter to be a doctor. And, let's say, the child is interested in some kind of, like, arts. And usually, this is the case, uh, parents reject their children who are interested or talented in art, just because they think that it's not a good way of earning money in the future. Therefore, it's gonna stress out the kids, and I saw, like, I read books, and I saw my friends who were, like, pressured by their parents, having, like, losing both their talents and interest in life. So I think, like, the role of the parents is just to help and guide. It's not like they should not, like, Uh, there can be, like, uh, some... Controllable and uncontrollable reasons, for example, uncontrollable reasons can be the weather and the situation, so, like, for example, I wanted to go to another country, but because of the COVID-19, I can't, and it's not out of my, like, it- it isn't something that I can control, it's out of my control, therefore, uh, the weather and some kind of, like, political or the social, like, problems, such as, like, uh, some kind of wars between countries that they can affect this. And another reason why people change their decision can be, like, financial situation of theirs and sudden and unexpected, uh, like, evi- uh, like, incidents and these kind of things.\nExaminer: Alright. Perfect. We're done.",
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  "serial": 208,
  "title": "208 - 아이엘츠 스피킹 Band 6.5 한국인 모의시험 (피드백 포함) IELTS Speaking",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Well, can you tell me your name, please?\nCandidate: My name, uh, okay, my name is Jongmin Han.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. And can you spell it?\nCandidate: Uh, J-U-N-G.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: M-I-N.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: H-A-N.\nExaminer: Okay, great, thank you. Um, so, are you working now, or are you a student?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm doing part-time job now.\nExaminer: Mm.\nCandidate: Um, basically, I'm a student, but... Yeah. I'm now, I'm taking a year off.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: So, I'm just focused on working nowadays, yeah.\nExaminer: What kind of work are you doing?\nCandidate: Uh, uh, I'm working at the department store, at the shoe store, so I'm doing the selling the shoes to customers.\nExaminer: What do you mean by deciding?\nCandidate: To be honest, uh, I was trying to find kinds of jobs, uh, in my major field, especially I'm- I'm studying the fashion side. So, I want- I wanted to try find this kind of fashion or fashion design job.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: But it was really hard, especially nowadays. So, I'm just- I need to get some money, and so I just, uh, got a part-time job.\nExaminer: Great. Well, what do you like to do in your free time?\nCandidate: Uh, last weekend, or just my, uh... Just in general?\nExaminer: Yeah.\nCandidate: Uh, to be honest, uh, from, uh, two months ago, Mm-hmm. I started to, kind of, fashion project.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: So, this project is about, uh, the education, uh, give me education about the fashion marketing or fashion editing things. So, this project also connected to a big company. So, we're gonna do kind of teamwork to make a great result, you know what I mean? Kind of portfolio or... So, this program was, uh, continuous for about, uh, four months. So, every Saturday I'm doing that, um, and... And- and most of the spare time, I just, uh, enjoy watching Netflix, or just, mmm, yeah, just, nothing special, just, well, I- I enjoy working out, working out nowadays, yeah. Even at my home, or if I can, and at the gym, yeah, I really like to work out.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, so, what is the name of your hometown? What is- what is the name of your hometown?\nCandidate: Ah, uh, I was born in Seoul. But, uh, uh, last year, I moved to the city named Gwacheon. It's not in Seoul, it's in Gyeonggi-do. It's very peaceful and more, uh, much more relaxed than Seoul, I think.\nExaminer: Is there anything you dislike about your hometown?\nCandidate: Uh... Uh... Okay, just one thing, I think, uh... There's, um, too less facilities around my house. I mean, there's quite a few shops or cafes, so I need to move a bit far away from my home to enjoy some shops or shopping, or even for hanging out with my friends. Kind of, I feel quite boring, yeah, in my hometown, yeah. Yeah.\nExaminer: Um, alright. Um, so, what is your major? I mean, before you started your part-time job.\nCandidate: Uh, I'm- my- my major is fashion design.\nExaminer: Mm. Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah. So, and, yeah, uh, my final dream is, uh, to be- is to be the fashion designer.\nExaminer: Mm-hm.\nCandidate: So, um, I really try to improve my design skills, especially in the fashion stuff. And also, I really like, kind of, making clothes, and, like, um, the searching fabrics, or colors, things. So, I really like my major, and I'm also very satisfied. So, but, yeah, it was really hard field, I think. And especially in Korea, I think. Not that, uh... Uh, I think not that well settled.\nExaminer: Not that well what?\nCandidate: Well settled. Settled. Not that advanced.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: In Korea at the fashion market.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: So, that's why I started abroad in the UK. And, uh, I wanted to broaden my views in the fashion field.\nExaminer: Where in the U.K. were you studying?\nCandidate: Uh, two years ago, I moved to U.K. Yeah.\nExaminer: I mean, which school- which school were you attending?\nCandidate: Uh, I studied in Nottingham, and my uni name is, uh, Nottingham Trent University.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Yeah. It's really popular for fashion design stuff, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Alright, that's good.\nCandidate: Oh, thank you.\nExaminer: Um, so now I'll give you, uh, a, uh, a set of questions, and then we'll, it'll give you a minute to prepare.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: And then you'll have two minutes to speak on the topic.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Alright, so that's for you. Okay, so one minute. Okay.\nCandidate: Okay, okay.\nExaminer: Alright. Are you ready? So, you'll just speak for two minutes?\nCandidate: Okay, yeah, I'm ready now, yeah.\nExaminer: Alright, please begin.\nCandidate: Uh, um, okay, I remember really a special memory with, um, very interesting clothes, and, um, I'd like to say about my friend's birthday party.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: And, it's about, uh, two years ago? When I was in UK, and, and there are some of my, at that time, there were, uh, uh, my very close Korean friends there, and one of them, uh, she suggested us, she invited us to the, to her birthday party, and also suggested the very special dress code, and... And it is, it was, uh, the school look. So, I tried to find, uh, the white shirt and the, uh, red tie, necktie, and the black, uh, black pants. And, and I tried to be look like kind of the hyper, you know what I mean? So, so, and... We, uh, we also shared our dress code, like the school looks things, and, uh, we got pictures together, and, and, so, it was a very, uh, it was kind of first, uh, first time to me, uh, for me, kinds of, uh, to prepare this very special dress code, and with my friend, so it's very special, and an unforgettable memory for me, and... And even for her, I mean, uh, really, it was very special, and we celebrated her birthday in a more interesting way, I think, so. And so, if I have more opportunity to prepare, like, this interesting dress code in- at even any party, um, I'd like to try to be, uh, well-prepared, and it's gonna be very interesting. So, it was very fun, and I like that. Yeah, it was my story about the special course, yeah, with my friends. Yeah, birthday party. Yeah.\nExaminer: Great. Thank you. Okay, thank you. Okay, now we'll move on to part three. Again, this is five minutes. And this will be just some more natural discussion, okay? Okay, uh, today's topic is clothing.\nCandidate: Clothing, okay.\nExaminer: Good for you. Um, so do you think, uh, people need to wear formal clothing in their workplace?\nCandidate: Uh... You mean the- the reason, or...?\nExaminer: I mean, do you think they should do that?\nCandidate: You know, there's been some change in styles, more... Yeah, yeah, obviously, I agree, I agree. Because, especially in my country, in Korea, the people tend to be, uh, looked rare compared to other people. So, they really focus on their looks in any situation, any environment, I think. So, especially at Workfest, they wanted to be look more formal, and also, the kinds of, uh, at the party, and they also looked very more, uh, more, uh, more beautiful, like that, yeah, more cool, so.\nExaminer: Well, do you think the wide use of casual clothing has, today there's a wider use of casual clothing, has that affected the workplace?\nCandidate: Oh... Hmm... weird question, but, okay, I think, uh, it's very interesting. Yeah, I can see nowadays lots of workplace, uh, the, Um, suggest the workers to wear the casual clothes.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Then the formal work, formal thing. But, uh, I think, um, they think the clothes, uh, give their, uh, uh, big influence to their work efficiency, I think. You know what I mean? Just the, uh, the, I mean, the work, uh, clothes is not important.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Uh, and their, the, the work efficiency, maybe?\nExaminer: What, how does, how does the clothing affect the efficiency?\nCandidate: Uh...\nExaminer: What is their relationship?\nCandidate: Mm, I think that it depends on the, the work field. Maybe especially kinds of, uh, uh, The working at outside, and then people who working outside, and the clothes is very important for them, because the clothes give them the more confidence, uh, comfortable. Yeah.\nExaminer: What do you mean by work- you mean people who are working outside, like, all the time, like a construction worker?\nCandidate: Yeah, yeah, kinds of consumers, or, kinds of the fishers, or, anyways, but, the farmers, I mean, uh, the crew is more comfortable, and should be more comfortable, and more active for them, but, but, sorry, most of the workplaces, they are just, the office, maybe, and just sitting, and just working with their laptops or desktops, so, when, and in that case, I think the crew's, It's not important for them. And, yeah. So...\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah?\nExaminer: Um, why do some people like to wear traditional clothing in- in Korea? And when do they do that?\nCandidate: Ah, traditional clothing. Hmm... Uh, but, uh, in the past, there's so many people who were wearing the traditional clothes, named hanbok, the traditional clothes. But nowadays, uh, I don't know why, but it's getting less popular, so it's really hard to see the wearing the traditional clothes. But, Uh, but Korea is getting more, the famous, popular for tourists, the foreign tourists.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: And the foreigners will try to try, uh, our Korean traditional clothes.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: So, uh, they rented the hanbok, and also the walk-around, and the visit, uh, attractions, in Korea.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: It's also getting a bit popular for young people or the foreign tourists, so, you know, I feel happy for that.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, so do you think that the use of traditional clothes will disappear in Korea?\nCandidate: Um, yeah, yeah, I agree a bit. It's, the traditional clothing, kind of, the market of the field is getting smaller than before, much smaller. Yeah. So, and, but, I think nowadays, I can see the, the design of this hanbok is getting also more interesting, and also more trendy. So, that's why it's also a bit popular for young people who, the foreign, foreign tourists.\nExaminer: Are they kind of modernizing the traditional clothing?\nCandidate: Yeah, yeah, a little bit changed, or also more, changed to a bit more trend. So, it's also really interesting and I also feel that. I feel happy, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. What piece of clothing do you spend your money on most? Oh.\nCandidate: Uh, but in my case, uh, basically, I don't spend that much money on my clothes. I don't like shopping, the clothes shopping, but, um, normally, in general, I really like, uh, buying socks. Well, socks is not expensive, but I really like the kind of colorful socks. So, I really like to give some impact on my socks. And, except socks, I just kind of just coat outer. And nowadays it's really getting colder, much colder, and it's super winter season, so I'm just trying to really good quality of outer, like, coats, or, yeah, or jacket things, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. All right, one last question. So is there a fashion or piece of clothing that is out of fashion now that you wish people still wore? Is there a piece of, or a kind of fashion that is not popular now, but you wish that people still wore that?\nCandidate: So, I mean, some piece of fashion?\nExaminer: Yeah, I mean, is- is there a style or a fashion that is not popular now, but you wish it was more popular? Your own personal fashion sense?\nCandidate: I don't think so, to be honest. And, obviously, obviously, I think the... The fashion field and also kinds of the famous designer styling or style or, and their clothes is really, really popular, uh, for people, to people in Korea, I think. And... And so, that's why, I think that's why the- the world is- have a look more the Korean fashion than before. So it's getting more- more stylish.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: So people- so that's why so people, uh, spend, uh, a lot of their money on their clothes and buying their clothes or selling from the personal, uh, personal brand or famous designers. Clothes.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: So, and I can feel, uh, that's a really, really, uh, cool, trendy guys or stylish, uh, people on the street.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: And they try to, uh, to mix the styles, lots of styles. So... It's very interesting and I'm- I'm sure the- the- their- their interest in the fission field is getting more wider and more popular in the future. Yeah, I'm sure. Yeah.\nExaminer: Thank you. Great. Alright, well that concludes our, our test. Thank you very much.",
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  "title": "209 - 아이엘츠 스피킹 Band 5.0 한국인 모의시험 (피드백 포함) IELTS Speaking [edm아이엘츠]",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My full name is Seo Ho-Joon.\nExaminer: Could you spell that for me, please?\nCandidate: S-E-O-H-O-J-U-N.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: Yes, I'm working as a student. So, I'm planning to go to Australia next year, January.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay, very good. And what do you plan to study in Australia?\nCandidate: My major is in hotel management, so I'm working on that.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And what do you like to do when you have some free time?\nCandidate: I would like to play basketball and chit-chatting with some friends, or watching movie with my family.\nExaminer: Okay? What kind of movies do you like to watch?\nCandidate: I- I usually, uh, watch rom-com movies, because they makes me very happy, and, uh, feeling of trembling.\nExaminer: Okay, now we're going to talk about photos. So, do you like to take photos?\nCandidate: Not at all, because I'm kind of an introverted person, so when I- when my family tries to take photos, I just pretend, like, smiling. I just- I feel awkward, like, while taking a photo.\nExaminer: Do you like to take photos of other people or things?\nCandidate: Yes, uh, I like to take a picture, like, very beautiful views, like, uh, when I- when I have, you know, time to, uh, climb, uh, When I- when I have enough time to hiking, I just, uh, try to reach the top of the mountain and read, uh, take some photos of, like, very beautiful views of the top of the mountain.\nExaminer: Okay. And what do you do with your photos?\nCandidate: Uh, I just do some edit, editing and put some filters on it. That makes me, uh, very happy and very proud of myself.\nExaminer: Okay, and where do you keep your photos?\nCandidate: Uh, I usually keep my photos on my phone or my laptop, so I- when I see them, uh, I feel glad to see that because I remember that memory, so.\nExaminer: Okay. Now we're gonna give you a few questions about public transport. So, do people in your country usually use public transportation?\nCandidate: Yes, as the public sp- uh, transportation system is developed, uh, unlike the past, uh, most Korean people, um, are using transport system such as subway or, uh, bus or express bus.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Um, and is there anything you would like to change about public transportation in your country?\nCandidate: I think, um, there should be some, uh, like, very clear transport system, like, uh, very convenient or Like, I- I think the cheaper one, like, is important, because, like, most Korea, uh, most Korean people tend to, uh, take, take bus because it is cheap. So I think there should be more cheaper transport systems.\nExaminer: Okay. That'll do us for the first part of the test. Okay, we'll go on to part two now. Here is your question. Here's a pen for you, mate. So I'll give you one minute now to take some notes, and then we'll get you to speak. So you can begin. One minute, buddy. Let's grab that off you. Cheers. Okay, so for the part two question, could you describe a city you have been to and would like to visit again?\nCandidate: I would like to, uh, tell you about a city that I've been to and would like to visit again. Uh, a few years ago, uh, I had to visit to Anjung, which is northwest of Seoul, because, uh, my grandmas were living there, and... Uh, describe this city, uh, a little bit. It is very beautiful, and you can smell of the countryside. And, also, uh, it is very quiet place because there are, there were no, like, there were no many people around there. And, uh, when I, uh, when I was, uh, try to get there, I have to, Uh, take a bus or, uh, any transport system to, like, get there. It takes, like, half a- half an hour, so... Maybe if I have a- if I have enough time to, uh, visit there, I just take- I just tend to take the bus. And when I visit there, uh, my- my grandma's, uh, were serving, uh, barbecue. And I was chit-chatting with my grandma's friends because, uh, I have, Uh, I'm- I'm very open-minded person, so, uh, I just tend to, uh, talk, uh, to grandma's friends, and, uh, maybe, like, I just like to visit there, because it is very cool place, and, uh, when I visit there, um, like, hundred of times, like, it is reminiscent of my life, so...\nExaminer: Alright, so, do you think you're gonna visit there in the future?\nCandidate: Unfortunately, not, like, I don't think so, because, uh, nowadays, uh, COVID-19 is serious, and, you know, the government just cannot, uh, allow to- allow me to get to visit there, so I just... Just wait for, until COVID-19 ends.\nExaminer: Okay, okay, yeah, let's hope. Right, we'll go on to part three then. Let's go. Part three of the test. Alright, let's go. So yeah, what is the difference, the main difference between life in the city and life in the countryside?\nCandidate: I think most of the difference, like, or, like, transport system, and because, uh, life in the city is very, like, developed, like, all- all the transport systems and, like, many, like, entertainment, Or, like, there are many facilities, like, you can- that you can enjoy. But, otherwise, life in the countryside has many, uh, has not many, uh, facilities, like,\nExaminer: So, what do you think are the main hobbies people do in the countryside?\nCandidate: I think that farming, farming is really good, and also plant, plant some, something like sweet potato, or something like that, so you can, uh, enjoy some feeling, like excitement, to, like, grow a plant, or even, um, Like, helping some, uh, farmers, so maybe they can, uh, they can appreciate it, and so on.\nExaminer: Okay, alright. And some people believe that large cities are suitable for older people. Do you think that is the case?\nCandidate: I don't think that is the case. Elderly people usually, uh, take some rest and feel some refreshment, but mostly, uh, city is very noisy and there are a lot of people, so you- they cannot enjoy Alright, some facilities. And also, as, uh, uh, technology is developed, uh, elderly people cannot adjust to, uh, enjoy some facilities. So, elderly people, uh, uh, tend to live in the work countryside.\nExaminer: Um, and do you think it's common for people who grew up in the countryside to move to bigger cities?\nCandidate: I think so, uh, mostly students are important for studying, like, very good environment. Uh, as the countryside is not develop- did not develop, like, cities, like, uh, library, library or any, like, studying places, I think, uh, Students, like, have to move to a place to study in a good environment, and maybe they can is- they can concentrate to study easily.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. And why do some young people not enjoy living in a big city?\nCandidate: Because, uh, I think, uh, young people, uh, tend to, uh, chit-chat some friends, not just, uh, go- go to, like, crowded place, because, uh, young people, uh, Or, uh, trying to find some, like, enthusiasm on, like, uh, chit-chatting some friends, or, uh, just, I think they, they, uh, want to feel some fresh and, like, very rest. So, I think they sh- uh, they tend to, uh, They- they tend to move to, like, countryside and, uh, talk, like, some conversation with- with them.\nExaminer: Okay. All right. That will do us. That's it. We're finished.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Thank you.",
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  "serial": 210,
  "title": "210 - 아이엘츠 스피킹 Band 8.0 한국인 모의시험 (피드백 포함) IELTS Speaking Test [edm아이엘츠]",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay. Can you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, my full name is Hee-Chan Moon. Hee-Chan being the first and Moon being the last name.\nExaminer: Hee-Chan, that's H-E-E-C-H-A-N? Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: There's a space between, um, Hee and Chan.\nExaminer: Mm, okay, great. Hee-Chan Moon. Right, and could you tell me the name of your hometown, please?\nCandidate: Um, my hometown is called Busan. It's a harbor city located in the, uh, south- southeast end of the Korean peninsula.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you currently live in your hometown?\nCandidate: Unfortunately, no, I'm living, um, I'm living in the outskirts of the capital, Seoul city, so, a small town, like, close to Seoul, but not quite.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay, good. And do you think you'll live in your hometown in the future?\nCandidate: Maybe, probably, at some point, but, um, I want to experience, like, other cities more. So, it's, like, on the list, but it's, like, kind of far on the list.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay, great. Now, let's talk about your home. So, could you tell me, do you live in a house or an apartment?\nCandidate: I live in a, uh, a one-room apartment, or, in other words, a studio.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Could you describe your studio for me?\nCandidate: Um, okay, so, apartments, they usually come in square shapes, right? But mine is, like, rectangular. So, it was really hard for me to, um, Organize, like, all the, uh, all the furnitures because, like, being in a rectangular space, like, that means that, um, there aren't a lot of free spaces for you to, like, move things around.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Um, and what's your favorite part of your home?\nCandidate: Uh, my PC, probably, that I initially bought for, like, video editing and doing, like, heavy, like, production stuff, but I ended up playing more video games with it, so. That's, like, my, uh, my favorite thing to do to pass the time away. It's a good time killer.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think, is it better to live alone or live with other people?\nCandidate: As long as, like, um, each person has their own space, isolated, you, like, living with other people would make, um, make life more- way more interesting. Like, I like being on my own, but sometimes it feels- I just feel super lonely.\nExaminer: Now we're gonna talk about running. So, do you enjoy running?\nCandidate: I don't mind running, like, that's- if that counts as- as an answer. Um, I used to run a lot, like, when I was, like, actually, like, actually exercising, like, constantly. I used to run, like, every day and do my cardio. But now, I feel like I don't like- I don't like running as much, but I feel like I feel obliged to run. I- cause I feel like I'm getting, like, unhealthier every day. I need to, like, change my diet and work out more, but... It's like more of a, uh, a obligation, I feel like, so the answer is no, I suppose.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you usually go running indoors or outdoors?\nCandidate: I prefer, uh, running indoors, cause, um, the floor of the treadmill, like, it's more constant, so it just feels easier to run. Of course, like, running outside the scenery, like, make- makes you less- less bored, but, um, the- the ground, like, isn't super constant, so it just feels harder than running on a treadmill.\nExaminer: Good. And when was the last time you went for a run?\nCandidate: Like last summer, I think? So it's been, it's been a while.\nExaminer: Why do you think that is?\nCandidate: As in, like, why do I think it has been a while?\nExaminer: Yeah.\nCandidate: Because, um, as I said, um, when I was, like, actually, like, working out, like, every day, I used to run, like, almost every single day or at least, like, once a week. So that was my, uh, my gym phase in life. So, like, compared to that, like, I, like, rarely run. I don't think I've ever ran unless I was late for work, so...\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: It's been- it's been a while. It's definitely been a while compared to do- compared to what I used to do before.\nExaminer: Do you think people in your country exercise a lot these days?\nCandidate: I think so. I definitely think so. Um, I've been seeing more, uh, fitness gyms opening, like, like, over there and over there, so... I'm seeing, like, a lot of gyms and a lot of, like, gym classes, like, yoga, uh, Pilates, and CrossFit, I think that's what it's called, so I've- I have a lot of friends who do CrossFit, so I was like, oh, you- you- you exercise too? You- you- you didn't use exercise before, but now you do, and I was like, man, a lot of- way more, uh, friends, like, a noticeable amount has been starting, like, working out, so I- so every- every day I'm like, oh, I need to get back to my game, but... Every day I, uh, postpone that decision. I haven't took that leap of faith yet.\nExaminer: Good man. Right, that'll do us for part one. We'll go on to the second part now. Okay, we'll give you the question here. So there is your question. There's a pen for some note-taking, so I'll give you one minute for note-taking, okay, so you can begin. That's one minute, buddy. Alright. Cheers. Mm-hmm. So, the part two question, yeah, so could you describe a foreign culture or a country that you want to know more about?\nCandidate: The, uh, the foreign country or culture that I want to know more about is Ethiopian culture. So, Ethiopia is a nation- nation in Africa, and interestingly, it's the only- it has been the only independent nation during the, uh, During, like, the 1800s and 1900s, like, the rest of, like, Africa was colonized. So, during the colony era, it was the only independent nation, because it was in mid-Africa, and, and, um, the country itself was surrounded by mountains. So, it was, like, really high ground, so it was, like, harder for, um, Western countries to just simply, like, trespass. So, it ended up being the only independent nation in Africa. So, So, for a long time, like, it has been the country that has been, like, been consistently there. Like, a lot of, like, African nations now have been divided, like, due to, um, how, like, each country, like, colonized where. So, a lot of, um, African countries, like, suffer from, um, uh, wars, like, civil wars there because, you know, like, there are, like, a lot of tribes and a lot of, um, organizations and religions that, uh, that have conflict- conflict with, um... Anyways, um, I know- I know Ethiopia because I used to work for a, uh, for an international aid agency, so I've been deployed there for six weeks, and, um, and I want to know about their culture because their coffee was simply so great, and they had their own distinctive way of brewing coffee, and, um, they, uh, put a lot of sugar into it, so it was like shoop- it was like an espresso, but that was also high in, like, um,\nExaminer: Okay, perfect, that's two minutes, two minutes. Okay, great. Wow, so you spent six weeks there? Great, great. How was the food?\nCandidate: Um, I actually like- like their food, um, they had this fermented bread called injera, that they, um, that's, like, pretty much equivalent to, like, the rice people eat in Asian countries, so it's- it's, like, something they eat every day, so, like, they would- so it's, like, yeah, it looks like a huge pizza dough, right? So it's, like, really thin, so, like, take off, like, parts of injera, and then you use that to, like, pick up, like, other food. The food was called, like, tej or something, so it was like, it was like meat stew, so you would pick it up and eat it with your, with your hands.\nExaminer: Nice. Any Ethiopian restaurants in Seoul?\nCandidate: I know there's one in Itaewon, but I've never been. Not, not quite, not just yet.\nExaminer: Good man. Okay, interesting, interesting answer. Right, let's go on to part three. Let's keep talking. Let me just check the time. Alright, so some people say that the best way to learn about a foreign culture is by reading about, uh, that country or culture. What's your opinion?\nCandidate: I totally disagree. Like, culture is not something that... Culture is like... Not something equivalent to a knowledge, like, knowing something and experiencing something, like, those were very different entities, in my opinion. So, um, reading about it would give you background information, but that wouldn't exactly count as, like, being a part of or experiencing that culture.\nExaminer: Okay, good. So, what's the best way to learn?\nCandidate: Being there. I mean, it's the hardest thing, obviously, because, you know, cost, money, time. But, uh, I feel like, um, in terms of, like, being the best way, like, without, like, um, thinking about the consequences or cause, definitely, like, being there and just experiencing the thing, like, with your, uh, with your body- body being there is the best pa- uh, best way.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. And what are- do you think are some of the difficulties people face when they, you know, go somewhere that's totally new to them?\nCandidate: Mm, like, in society, like, people live with, like, these unspoken, like, cultural agreements. But, um, the rules that they have there would be, like, totally different. Like, for example, like, um, the peace sign that a lot of people do when they're taking pictures. I know, like, this is, like, I know this is like swearing in, like, some other country, I can't remember the name, but, um, all these, like, cultural agreements would be different, like, language already, language would be a barrier, but the cultural difference would also be an issue, I think, I think.\nExaminer: Good. And do you think, um, in general, people in your country have an interest in, like, living abroad or working abroad?\nCandidate: I think so, because, um, a lot of friends have been asking me, like, um, since, like, you speak, like, two languages, like, like, if I- if I were you, like, I would have loved to, like, work abroad, and I was like, yeah, me too, but that's, like, going off topic, but definitely, like, it's just that, um, people aren't used to, like, coming out of their comfort zones, but, um, once they overcome that zone, I feel like people would be, like, way more willing. Like, they have- they have the desires in them. Like, all they have to do is, like, jump over the barrier.\nExaminer: Great, great. And these days, in your country, is foreign language education quite a big industry?\nCandidate: Mm-hmm. I have, like, a lot of, like, different opinions, but, like, jumping to conclusion, it's very- it's very huge, and, um, English, obviously, like, it's the most widely- widely spoken language in the world, so that's also big. Also, um, Chinese is also emerging fast, because, like, you know, just China's- China grows really fast and all. And, um, Japanese, it's, like, decreasing, but it's, like, the closest country right next to Korea, so... Chinese, Japanese, and, um, English. I think those- those three are the biggest.\nExaminer: Mmm. And do you think children generally enjoy learning a foreign language, or do they think it's more of a chore?\nCandidate: Like, when you're a child, everything is fun. I mean, like, that's what it was for me, so... For them, as long as it feels like- it feels like playing, like, it would be fine for them, but once the education, like, forces- forces studying upon you, that's when, um, that's when, like, studying, like, all- all subjects, I guess, like, not even language, starts being not fun. And so they would feel, like, obliged to study. So, like, they would- education would, um, take the joy out of- out of learning.\nExaminer: Is it common for parents to force their children to study a second language?\nCandidate: Mmm... In Asian cultures, definitely, I don't know, like, how it is, how it would be, how it would be different for, like, other cultures, but, um, I don't know. It's like a stereotype, but it's not a stereotype that you can just simply ignore. Like, you know, the Asian tiger moms and, like, Asian parents, like, being super strict in their, uh, super- super strict to their children about studying. I feel like it's something, That is, like, almost not a prejudice because, like, it's, like, almost true for, like, all ca- all- all cases of parents. Like, probably, like, 80 to 90% of the Asian parents would have that tendency.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. That'll do. Alright. Finished.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Cheers.",
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  "serial": 211,
  "title": "211 - 아이엘츠 스피킹 Band 8.5 한국인 모의시험 (피드백 포함) IELTS Speaking [edm아이엘츠]",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, let's begin. Alright, let's go. So, start, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My full name is Won Chang.\nExaminer: Could you spell that for me, please?\nCandidate: Yes, W-O-N and C-H-A-N-G.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. And... Can you tell me, do you like your name?\nCandidate: Do I like my name? Yes, I do, because, um, uh, usually, uh, most people have, uh, three syllables in their Korean names. For example, the most common Korean name that I could think of on the spot right now would be Uh, Kim Chi Hoon, which would be three syllables, but mine is two, which kind of makes me feel special. So, I like my name.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. And, are you a student right now, or are you working?\nCandidate: Right now, I am a student, but I am not going to school right now, because I'm on leave, and for, as of now, I'm in Korea.\nExaminer: Okay. And could you tell me about your major?\nCandidate: Major, my major is business management, and, uh, I'm studying in King's College, London right now, and, uh, Uh, yeah, I mean, it's definitely not a major that I wanted to pick, but, um, I thought that, because back at the moment when I was, when I was choosing my major, uh, I guess I didn't really have, uh, a lot of choices, because I didn't really know what I wanted to do, and my parents told me that business is kind of like the, like the go-to major if you don't really know what you want to do, so, that's why I chose it.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. And what do you like to do when you have some free time?\nCandidate: My free time? Uh, I got a couple of things on my list, um, well, Usually, I think, I spend most of my time on YouTube, watching all these videos, uh, I watch a lot of, uh, League of Legends videos, cause it's my favorite game, and also, uh, I'm really into, uh, music and movies, so I watch a lot of, uh, like, movie review or critic videos, and, yeah, stuff like that.\nExaminer: Very good. Now we're gonna talk about the area you live in.\nCandidate: The area I live in.\nExaminer: Yeah, so do you like the area you live in?\nCandidate: Uh, like, areas in, like, a city or, like, a specific part of a city?\nExaminer: Well, maybe more like your neighborhood.\nCandidate: My neighborhood?\nExaminer: Yeah.\nCandidate: Uh, yeah, I do like my neighborhood, cause, um... Well, on the broader aspect, I- I live in Seoul, in terms of which city I live in. But, within Seoul, I live in this area called Gubanpo. And, as a lot of people know, Seoul is a super-populated area. I'd even say over-populated, considering how small the city is. And, um, despite the fact that Seoul is such a crowded city, my neighborhood is really quiet and, Uh, I don't wanna- I don't even wanna say that it's populated that much. Uh, it's- it's very quiet, um, uh, not a lot of, uh, I'd say, noises, and... The greatest part of my neighborhood is that you can find pretty much everything, like, every other block. Like, say, uh, for example, if you want to buy, like, a, like, a video game, like, a game CD or, like, a game pack, you'd have to go to, like, a special neighborhood, like, you don't find that every neighborhood, but... Uh, we have that, um, we have a lot of cool restaurants, we even have, uh, elementary school, middle school, high school, um, a lot of institutions for, you know, like, like private education.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And have there been any changes to your area recently?\nCandidate: Uh, recently? Uh, recently, I don't think so, but, um, I've lived in my neighborhood for almost 20 years, and probably the biggest change that- the most The, uh, noticeable change that happened was that about, like, 10 years ago, we had this- we had a new subway station installed in our neighborhood. The closest one before that was probably about, like, a mile away, but, uh, now we have a subway station, like, like, 300 meters from my house, so that's super convenient. Another change was that, uh, we used to have, like, a huge department store, but now it's like a- it's like a wedding convention. So, that's one downside. And I think that's about it, because, yeah, it's a- it's a small neighborhood, and... Uh, it's not even like a- like a transportation hub, so not a lot of people come. So you can't really find a lot of- a lot of big changes, but I guess those would be the biggest two.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. Right, that'll do us for the first part of the test.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: We'll go on to part two now.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: I'll just give you that, mate. All right. I'll give you a pen there. So now I'll give you one minute to read the question and you can make some notes as well.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: All right. So yeah, you can begin there now, any time. I mean, that's your minute there now.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Yeah. So yeah, could you describe an occasion when the weather stopped you from doing something?\nCandidate: Okay, so, uh, I'm gonna talk about this, uh, this time when the- when there was a huge, uh, typhoon that hit- that struck Korea. Uh, I think it was two years ago. That was back when I was in the military. So, I think it was my third month as- or actually, like, the second or first month as a corporal. And, uh, I was supposed to go on leave for vacation, and I don't remember the exact day, but I know that it was Monday. I was supposed to leave on Monday, but the weather forecast, the media was, uh, talking all about this huge typhoon that's gonna strike Korea that week, and, uh, our commander decided to not let To ban the soldiers from going on leave, since, in an occasion where there's, uh, like a weather, or like a, or like a disaster forecasted, uh, we're not allowed to leave base, because we have to maintain a certain amount of force. So, uh, All the sol- all the soldiers were devastated, including me, because all we wait about and all we care about is vacations, to be honest with you. And, so, I was supposed to leave on Monday, but I was banned to leave, and we were either gonna be let go the day after, depending on how the weather goes, And on Monday, um, all my, uh, mates at the base, all we could possibly do was just desperately, uh, pray for the weather to get better and for our commander to make the optimal decision. And the next day, thankfully, the weather got better and the commander let us all go and we were all able to go on vacation.\nExaminer: Cool, that's two minutes now. Alright. Right, so you're all able to go in the end?\nCandidate: In the end, yeah, it was a happy ending.\nExaminer: Mmm, very good. And, um, was it common for the weather to affect Like, proceedings in the military?\nCandidate: Uh, usually when it's, uh, when it's not as that bad, they would just let you go if it's just like a- like a slight breeze or a small rain, but this one, when the whole country is talking about this typhoon, it's considered a natural disaster, right? So, in a case like that, They'd have to go through a lot of, um, I don't know, discussions on the high board. And after that, they'd decide whether to let us go or not. So, that- that would be like a very, very special occasion.\nExaminer: Okay, glad it worked out. Right, so we're going to the third part of the test now.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Okay, so we'll keep going. Alright, um, yeah, so... Do you think the weather has much impact on people's daily activities?\nCandidate: Daily activities? Uh, yeah, definitely, because, um, we have these, uh, I- I don't know what the exact term is called in English, but I'm just gonna say microdust, because that would be the literal translation, um, Actually, every, like, this time of the year, every year, we have a lot of microdust that comes sweeped in from China, and, uh, as of now, the coronavirus is on the main issue, but usually during this time of the year, uh, the weather forecast always talks about how bad the microdust is, and I think that definitely affects, um, people's daily lives because, Around this time of the year, especially, like, during spring, people would like to go out to the park and have a picnic with their families, and it's- it's always after winter, so people are so wanting- so desiring to go out and have some time with their beloved ones, right? But, uh, like the micro dust, if- if there- if there is micro dust present outside, People would probably want to stay in, instead of going outside.\nExaminer: Okay, okay. And do you think people in your country talk about the weather a lot?\nCandidate: Talk about the weather a lot? Yeah, I think we do. Um, uh, as I previously mentioned, right now, coronavirus is kind of like the main thing that's keeping people inside, but if it wasn't that, I think that, yeah, we always talk about how bad the weather is, and, um, That would definitely affect our decisions on whether we should go out tonight, or today, or should we go out the next week.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think, has the weather in your country changed a lot in recent years?\nCandidate: In recent years, I think it definitely did. I think that... I'm not really into, uh, climate change or the environment, but I could definitely physically feel that the temperature has changed, um, especially this winter. Um, I don't think it was- I think it was possibly one of the warmest winters that I've ever experienced in my 25 years of life. So, yeah, I think, uh, global warming is real. It's really, it's- it's like an imminent thing that we're facing, and, yeah, um, and I don't think I could possibly recall, uh, the last time it snowed a lot. I think it snowed like twice this winter, and it wasn't even that much.\nExaminer: Okay, right. Good, good. And, yeah, do you think the weather has much of an effect on tourism? Tourism. Not just in Korea, but in general, does it affect tourism?\nCandidate: Well, uh... Yeah, definitely, I think it does. Um, I'm gonna give you a, a personal example, if I can. Uh, the last time I went to, uh, the Philippines, it was, uh, last year, September, and, uh, it was during, uh, Chuseok, which is, like, a Korean Thanksgiving. And, it's- it's, uh, it was a long weekend, it was a long holiday, so our family decided to go to Philippines and, uh, spend some vacation there. And, uh, we chose the worst timing to go traveling, because during that time, it was... Uh, when, uh, the Philippines were experiencing a- a typhoon.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: I have a lot of bad experiences with typhoons.\nExaminer: Seems, yeah.\nCandidate: Yeah. And, uh, this one time we got stuck on an island because the boats, uh, wouldn't go- can't go back to the, uh, to the main island.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: So, stuff like that, um, if there's a disastrous weather, um, I don't think people aren't- aren't gonna go there as much as they usually do.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And, could you tell me what jobs do you think are affected by weather conditions?\nCandidate: Um, uh... The- the one thing that I could think of on the spot would be, uh, construction site workers, because they work outdoors, and, um, let's say that if it's raining, then it increases the risk, it's more- there's more hazard in their working site. Because it's, uh, it's slippery, and, uh, higher percentage of getting an injury. So, uh, I think that the weather would affect people that, uh, work outdoors, mainly.",
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  "title": "212 - 아이엘츠 스피킹 Band 5.5 한국인 모의시험 (피드백 포함) IELTS Speaking [edm아이엘츠]",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, uh, so what's your name?\nCandidate: My name is Hyunjung Kim.\nExaminer: Hyunjung. Um, so what is your hometown?\nCandidate: Well, I live in Seoul, and this is the capital of Korea.\nExaminer: Mm. Uh, so have you always lived in Seoul?\nCandidate: Yeah, I've been there, um, all my life.\nExaminer: Mm. So are you working at the moment, or are you a student?\nCandidate: Well, I'm actually a student, and my major is computer software programming.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. And you haven't graduated yet? You're- you're still studying?\nCandidate: Yeah, but, um, I'm going to study abroad for the same major. Yeah, so, maybe I quit my university and go abroad.\nExaminer: Alright, um, so I'm just going to ask you a few questions about your hometown, so, can you just describe Seoul for me a little bit?\nCandidate: Oh, yeah, Seoul, hmm... Um, as I already mentioned, uh, Seoul is the capital of Korea, and also there are so many buildings, and, uh, there are so many cars in there also, and, um...\nExaminer: So what do you like most about Seoul?\nCandidate: Um, I guess I like There are many options to hang out with my friends, such as, there are famous restaurants, and many pubs in there. Many pubs there.\nExaminer: Um, and is there anything you don't like about it?\nCandidate: Well, I don't like the quality of air. There are so many cars, so... Exhausted fumes are... I don't like the bad quality of air.\nExaminer: So do you think you'll continue to live in Seoul for a long time?\nCandidate: Well... I don't think so, because I wanna live, uh, abroad, apart from Seoul, apart from my, my, my country. So, I live in Canada, I guess.\nExaminer: Alright, um... Okay, I'm gonna change topics, I'm just gonna ask you about your... your studies. So you said you study computer...\nCandidate: Software.\nExaminer: Computer software. So yeah, why did you choose to study that?\nCandidate: Actually, my dad is working at, um, programming.\nExaminer: Mm.\nCandidate: So, um, when I saw my dad, I wanna do the same job. So, I choose to, uh, programming some software.\nExaminer: Mm. And, do you enjoy it?\nCandidate: Yeah, I really enjoy it when I'm programming some codes. I really like to find errors, and I can concentrate well.\nExaminer: Um, so when you're finished with all of your studies, are you looking forward to working?\nCandidate: Yeah, definitely. I am planning to, uh, work, um, abroad also, so...\nExaminer: And what- what kind of job do you think you'll have?\nCandidate: I wanna be, um, programmer, and work at mobile application, development, developing mobile application.\nExaminer: Alright, good. Uh, yeah, we're finished there for part one. We'll move on to part two. Um, so for part two, you want to talk on the question for two minutes.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: And you'll have one minute just to prepare and take notes. Okay, um, so today's question, um, describe a language you want to learn, but not English, you should say, what it is, how you would learn it, where you would learn it, and explain why you want to learn that language. There you go. Alright, um, so, yes, describe a language you would like to learn, um, other than English.\nCandidate: Okay. I would like to learn Chinese, and, um, as for how I would learn it is, uh, there are, um, actually my mother is Um, studying Chinese, and also her major was Chinese, so I wanna learn from her. And, um, and when it comes to why I want to learn Chinese is, uh, There are so many people already using Chinese, so, uh, also there are s- there are many opportunity to getting- getting jobs using Chinese. Uh, as Chinese, uh, increase, I, um, I can, uh, speak Chinese a lot. So, I will, um, learn Chinese from my mother, and also, I wanna talk a lot with Chinese friends.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: And my goal is, uh, hang out with my- a lot of Chinese friends and, uh, say many Chinese.\nExaminer: All right, yeah, that's a few minutes. Okay, we'll move on to part three. So, would you say that learning English is popular in Korea?\nCandidate: Yeah, of course. Many people in our country might think they have to learn English, because, and of course they have to learn English, because the world is globalized. They can go abroad easily.\nExaminer: Do you think most people enjoy learning English?\nCandidate: Well, not really, because I think they can- they don't enjoy that much, but they have to do learning English, so... That's why they can't enjoy English, learning English.\nExaminer: Hmm. Um, so what are some of the difficult aspects of learning a new language?\nCandidate: Well, I think there is not any opportunity to talk with other foreigners, and also, uh, it is difficult to learn other cultures, so, uh, when, if we can't go abroad, then We can't learn other languages easily.\nExaminer: So, what do you think is the key to learning a new language? So, if you imagine someone's just starting to learn a new language, and they asked you for, like, one piece of advice on learning, what would you say?\nCandidate: I would like to say listening a lot, such as you can listen a radio that speaks English or other languages. And I guess listening is the basic skills to other languages, so I... I'd say, speaking, uh, listening a lot.\nExaminer: Alright, done. Alright, that's the test finished.\nCandidate: Thank you.",
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  "title": "213 - 아이엘츠 스피킹 Band 6.5 한국인 모의시험 (피드백 포함) IELTS Speaking [edm아이엘츠]",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My name is Minseok Kim.\nExaminer: Minseok Kim.\nCandidate: Yes. It spells out as M-I-N, S-E-O-K-K-I-M.\nExaminer: Okay, Minseok Kim. Good. And do you like your name?\nCandidate: Uh, I think I like my name. My grandfather gave it to me. Uh, there were- there were some, like, candidates for my name, but one of them was same as previous, uh, president of Korea, so my grandfather disagreed.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: So, he said, uh, Minseok is better than the, uh, the other one, so he gave me this name.\nExaminer: Okay, and are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm a student, uh, in Australia, studying in university, marketing and majoring in marketing.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you like your course?\nCandidate: Uh, yeah, for the course itself I like it, but sometimes I meet some strange professors or lecturers, but I do enjoy my major.\nExaminer: And, tell me about what you do when you have some free time.\nCandidate: Uh, when I have free time, Uh, I have my own YouTube channel, so I film with my friend or, so after that I edit those videos and upload it on YouTube. And, uh, for daily, uh, hobbies, I go to gym to work out.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, and could you tell me about your hometown?\nCandidate: Uh, my hometown is called Daegu. It's the- located at the southern part of Korea, Korean peninsula. And, uh, I moved to Seoul when I was six, but I still visit there once a year to visit my relatives.\nExaminer: Okay, okay. Um, okay, now we're gonna talk about jeans. So, do you wear jeans often?\nCandidate: Uh, yeah, um, most of my pants are jeans. I think after, like, 10 year- uh, 10 years old, I only wore jeans, mostly. I think it's very comfortable and it matches almost every upper clothes. But, uh, sometimes, like, if I have to wear formal clothes, and wear, like, formal pants, I feel uncomfortable already.\nExaminer: Okay, so do you like wearing jeans?\nCandidate: Yeah, I love wearing jeans now.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. Um, and why do you think jeans are popular?\nCandidate: Hmm... I think I've learned this in my schools and other, like, I've read some articles about it, and I heard that, uh, jeans were popular when it was first invented, and rich people, like, thought, even the poor were wearing those, uh, pants, and at first, rich people thought that, uh, how could those people wear the same clothes as us? But I think that represents that, uh, it- all the people, uh, from every people's perspective, jeans looks okay and very fashionable. So I think I'm also part of those, uh, people, I guess.\nExaminer: Okay. And what color jeans do you like wearing?\nCandidate: Uh, I thought, uh, like, for five years ago, I only bought, like, black jeans. Uh, but only recently, I- I have, uh, bought two very light blue jeans. Uh, I thought those colors didn't match me, but as I age more, I think it's not too bad, I guess.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And what style of jeans are popular in your country?\nCandidate: Uh, only few years ago, very skinny fit jeans were popular, but some people thought it was a bit Uh, I would say disgusting. When it's too tight, they thought it looks like sausage. Um, but these days, I think the trend is that it's, uh, a bit loose pants is more popular these days.\nExaminer: Okay. Alright. That will do us for part one of the test.\nCandidate: Yep.\nExaminer: Okay, so let's move on to the second part. Let's look at this question. Okay, so I'll give you the question. There you go. I'll give you a pen there.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Okay, so now, yeah, I'll give you one minute to make some notes and do some preparation, so you can begin. Alright, it seems like that's where your minute is down there. I'll just grab that pen back off you, please.\nCandidate: Ah, yes.\nExaminer: Thanks. Thank you. Right, so, your question is, describe your ideal home, so you can begin anytime you like.\nCandidate: Okay, um, I think, for me, ideal home would be apartment. I think, um, the reason why I chose this form of home is because, uh, in Korea, because the landfill is small, most of people build, uh, apartment for their houses. And I've lived in apartment for most of my life, so I think this is why, uh, I chose this as my ideal home. And, um, I think, uh, it should be located near public transportation. I think that's the most important thing, uh, because, uh, Let's say I'm studying or have a job. Um, commuting is the most important thing for me, I guess. Uh, so, maybe near bus station or subway station would be nice. And I think for my home, it should be, first, cozy, and should be, secondly, it should be equipped with, uh, lots of furnitures and, um, Other facilities, and I would say it's better if there's, like, gym or swimming pool at the apartment for public use. And, uh, for this home, I would say it doesn't have to be big, because I would live there for my twenties. But once I marry or get a kid, maybe I would move to a bigger apartment. And if I can, uh, I would like to live near Seoul at least, since it's the most popular area in Korea.\nExaminer: Okay. Right, good, that's two minutes. So I'll stop you there. Very good, very good. So you think location is very important about a house?\nCandidate: Location, location, location.\nExaminer: Yeah, yeah. You're not a fan of commuting?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, it's very hard to be in the packed subway when everyone is pushing each other. Yeah. Yeah.\nExaminer: It's like a war, isn't it?\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Right, good stuff. We'll go on to part three now.\nCandidate: Yep.\nExaminer: Okay. So, just get the clock going again. So, yeah, what do you think, what are the differences between living in the city and living in the countryside?\nCandidate: Ah, so for, uh, currently I'm living in Australia, and, uh, the city is Canberra, and I would say, even though it's capital city, it's more countryside than Seoul, I guess, because when I come out of my room, I can see the kangaroos running around, But, um, I think there's advantages and disadvantages for living in, um, city and countryside. For city, I would say, it's very convenient for everything, since everything is prepared already. Um, but I would say it's very packed, and sometimes you wanna be by your- by yourself, but there's a lot- there are a lot of people around you, so I think it's hard for you to get, like, personal zone.\nExaminer: Mhm.\nCandidate: But for countryside, I think that's very easy. Like, you wanna be alone and you want some of your private time. It's very easy for you to just go out of your room and walk around. But I would say for countryside, yes, it's opposite from the city. Uh, everything is a bit uncomfortable.\nExaminer: Okay, okay, good, good. And do you think older people prefer living in the countryside rather than the city?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, I agree with this statement because, um, older people, especially from Korean perspective, uh, I've heard a lot of older generation saying that after retiring, they would like to go back to countryside and run their own farm.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Um, I think that's because they care more about their health issue. They want to breathe in some more clean air and live among the nature. I think that's why.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And do younger people feel differently? They wouldn't like to live in the countryside?\nCandidate: I think they want to be exposed to more technologies and more comfortable living area. So, as I said before, um, commuting and transportation is very important factors for them. And they need to get access to their, uh, working field very easily. I think that's why younger people prefer to live in the city.\nExaminer: And in your country, uh, is the public transportation in the countryside efficient and well-connected?\nCandidate: Uh, for some of the cities, I would say it's well connected, but if you go into very countryside, very rural area, I would say, uh, there are, like, only one buses an hour, so I think it's not that convenient compare- compared to city.\nExaminer: Do you think governments should spend more money focusing on smaller towns and areas?\nCandidate: Um, I think government is putting a lot of effort in public transportation, because, uh, Koreans, ourselves, thinks that Korean public transportation is very, uh, well-organized. And I think the reason why, uh, public transportation isn't that developed compared to cities is because the government thinks that it's already enough for countryside.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Right? Good, good. Um, and do you think, you know, these days, because public transportation has improved a lot, do you think fewer people drive their own cars these days?\nCandidate: Um, I think it depends on the age group. Um, for older generation, they usually feel scared driving around, especially in Seoul, because the driving, I mean, the traffic in Seoul is very popular for being notorious. Um, but for younger generation, um, they can drive and they have enough money to afford, effort, uh, I mean, purchase their own, uh, transport.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: So, whenever they go out, even the close distance, I think they prefer taking their own car.\nExaminer: Okay, very good, very good. Um, yeah, yeah, and do you think, in general, um, Korean people feel like their public transportation could be improved in any way?\nCandidate: Um, I personally take, uh, subway when I go to, uh, my workplace. Um, and during the rush hour, ah, it's like being in a hell. It's so crowded and everyone is pushing each other. And I was thinking, um, living in Australia, I've seen two-story subway. So, maybe I thought, uh, Seoul- Seoul government or City Hall could think about making two-story subway or a bit longer subways in order to put in more people inside. But other than that, I think it's quite well organized.\nExaminer: Yeah, good idea. Alright.",
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  "title": "214 - 아이엘츠 스피킹 Band 5 한국인 모의시험 (피드백 포함) IELTS Speaking [edm아이엘츠]",
  "transcription": "Examiner: So, yeah, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, my name is Hun Lin.\nExaminer: Mm, could you spell that for me, please?\nCandidate: H-O-O-N-L-I-M.\nExaminer: I-M, okay, very good. And could you tell me, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: Uh, I- I used to work in a hospital, but I'm start the job, and now I'm studying the I-H now.\nExaminer: Mm, okay, good. Why are you taking the IELTS test?\nCandidate: Uh, I dreamed, uh, dreamed to be a nurse in America, and it's the first step to be a, to be a nurse in America is, uh, I should, I should pass the exam of IH.\nExaminer: Okay, very good, very good. Um, and could you tell me about some of your hobbies?\nCandidate: Ah, um, my hobby is swimming. I- I swim every day, every night, around for, uh, for an hour. After working or after the studying, I always go to the gym, the gym the first, and some- some stretching for a minute, and then take- change the swimming- changing- change to the swimming suit and I swim.\nExaminer: Mmm, okay. Very ha- healthy. Um, and now could you tell me what's the name of your hometown?\nCandidate: Uh, my hometown, uh, is called Gwangju. It's not far from the Seoul. It takes around two hours by the- by bus. But if you take a express train, it only take one hour.\nExaminer: Hmm, very good.\nCandidate: It's quite- it's quite cozy and quiet, not so much loud- loudly compared to Seoul.\nExaminer: Okay, good, good. Uh, and is there anything that you do not like about your hometown?\nCandidate: Well, I don't have a lot of things I hate, but if I choose one I don't like, um, it could be the traffic.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Mmm, Seoul have a lot of traffic, including subway buses and express train. However, we have only two way of the subway, two line of subway, and we have buses, but it takes too long time to take a bus, to take. So, I don't want to be, I don't want to wait for long time.\nExaminer: Mmm, okay. Very good. Right, okay, so now we're gonna talk about food, okay? So, what kind of food do you like eating most?\nCandidate: Uh, I usually cook the Korean traditional food, like doenjang-jjigae or kimchi-jjigae. Some food is quite spicy for the foreigner people, but I love the spicy food. It's quite healthy, and sometimes, it give me a lot of energy to fresh, refresh, or... Uh, sometimes I'm- while I'm eating the food, I blow up the- some steams.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: What, uh, that I got from, uh, when I get a lot of stress from the work.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm, okay. Right, very good. Uh, do you like eating in your home or do you like going to a restaurant?\nCandidate: Uh, I prefer to eating in home because eating outside is quite expensive for me to pay. So, I'm- I'm usually cook in home and I prefer to eat at home to save the money.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay, good. And what kinds of foreign food are popular in Korea?\nCandidate: I'd say the hamburger or the pizza is very convenient or handy to eat and it's useful for the busy people who work a lot or sometimes, uh, they shoot Wake up early and it didn't give them the enough time to cook something or eat something, so they just order the hamburger or other things on- on- on the way to go to the company.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And have you tried any foreign food recently?\nCandidate: Yes, I did. I ate pizza yesterday. There is a very, um, very cheap restaurant near the, near the, my, uh, private school. It's- it's a kind of buffet, so I- I- I need to pay only a few, I- I need to pay only little, but I can take a lot of kinds of foods, and it doesn't give me any limited time.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. Right, okay, so that'll do us for part one. We'll finish up with that. We'll move on to the second part of the test now. Alright. Okay, so, part two, here is your question. Okay, so, we'll give you one minute to do some note-taking, so you can begin now. Okay, and that's one minute now. Okay. So, could you describe a person who often travels by plane?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm going to talk about one of my friends who go traveling a lot by plane. He's my quite old friend, um, to, uh, who- who is quite old friend to shared everything, and we just met in high school, uh, around 10 years ago. Well, the- the main reason, hm, he go- he go traveling a lot is his- his job is photographer. He just want to- he want to take, uh, lot of photos, which is, uh, breathtaking. Well, it's possible to take a lot of photo in Korea, but he want to take a photo in exhaustive place. Uh, it's- everything is quite new one, and, uh, it gives new idea. And he's going everywhere when, uh, when some place pop up in- in his head. He's just walking through, uh, he's just following the new idea. Uh, when it comes to emotion, his feeling, well, uh, he's quite outgoing person, so, uh, he doesn't need any, uh, detailed itinerary. He just, um, writes some the location and other things, and he don't care, uh, uh, he don't care too many things, just, just enjoying the itinerary, and he's working. Um, well, I think he's really like this job, and he's, he's looking forward to be a top, top of photographer in the world.\nExaminer: Okay, right. That'll do us, we're almost at two minutes. Perfect, okay. Right, so we'll go on to the third part of the test now, okay. Okay, let's go. So, yeah, what do you think are the advantages of traveling by plane?\nCandidate: Uh, there are a lot of advantages, but, Well, uh, as I said, um, if you take a plane, uh, you can go to easiest place. So, it was, uh, easiest place gave a lot of new idea, and it give me- it will be enough time to be fresh up and to blow off some steam when I get a lot of stress.\nExaminer: Mm, okay, okay. And can you compare traveling by plane and other forms, for example, boat or train? Can you compare these?\nCandidate: Well, um, compared to the- compared to the train, it takes a lot of time to take somewhere by the train, but if you take a plane flight, it takes only shorter time compared to the train.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: It will be the most big reason that people choose the plane instead of the train.\nExaminer: Okay. And are there any advantages to traveling by train?\nCandidate: Um, I could say the price. Train is quite cheaper than the flight, and it's easy to get the ticket. Sometimes, uh, some seats of the flight is already booked up, it's fully booked up. At that moment, I can buy the just ticket of the train.\nExaminer: Um, I see, okay. And in your country, when people travel to different cities domestically, do they usually take a plane or a train?\nCandidate: Uh, I think they usually take a train, because it's cheap, and, um, it doesn't take a lot of time to fold the security, so, um, just one- one or two step. To be sure I'm a safe person.\nExaminer: Okay, okay, good, good. Um, and now, what are some of the disadvantages of living near an airport?\nCandidate: I could say the- the, um, the biggest disadvantage living in, uh, uh, airport is noisy. Uh, there are a lot of flight departing and taking off. So it cause a lot of noisy and someone really complain about, uh, this kind of big sound. That we- that's all I want to say.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay, right, very good. And how is working in an airport different from working, like, in other places?\nCandidate: Hmm, well, hmm, if, uh, for example, someone who's working in an airport should, uh, should, uh, should tell in- in foreign language, Uh, most visitor is from the another country. Someone could say the Korean, but most people don't say the Korean, really. So, most officer and most worker who's working in the airport should talk, should speak English, really.\nExaminer: Mm, okay. Good, good. Um, and do you think in your country, People enjoy traveling to nearby countries or countries that are farther?\nCandidate: Uh, it's depending on- depending on case. Um, someone- if- if people have enough time to go abroad like Europe or America, they- they prefer to America or Europe. Except Asia, because Asia is quite close, and we are sharing a similar country, and we are sharing a similar culture with Korea, so they want to enjoy new environment by taking a flight or by taking traveling.\nExaminer: Okay, good, good. And for the final question, if, um, if a person travels to a country with a very different culture, what kind of problems could they encounter?\nCandidate: Um, there are- there are a lot of problems could be possible, but, I could say the food with some particle, particle, particle things, like the cow or the pork, um, someone from the America, uh, someone from Africa, They, uh, they believe some relief, and so they should ca- be careful not to eat some food, like cow and the pork, but Korea doesn't have that culture, so they should be careful, and Korean restaurant, uh, give some cu- Korean restaurant need to give some notice for the foreign people to be careful some foods.\nExaminer: Okay. Alright, okay, so thanks for coming in for the test.",
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  "title": "215 - 아이엘츠 스피킹 Band 7.5 한국인 모의시험 (피드백 포함) IELTS Speaking [edm아이엘츠]",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Could you tell me your name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, my name is Jeong Hyung Kim.\nExaminer: Jeong Hyung Kim. Could you spell that for me, please?\nCandidate: Uh, it's- it spells out as J-E-O-N-G.\nExaminer: Yep.\nCandidate: H-Y-U-N-G.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: And then Kim with a K-I-M.\nExaminer: Okay, very good, Jeong Hyung Kim. And could you tell me, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: Uh, I am currently a student, and I am studying European languages and cultures at Seogang University in Seoul, Korea.\nExaminer: Very good, very good. Do you like your major?\nCandidate: I definitely do enjoy my major. It's very interesting, and, uh, I'm looking forward to taking a job within that criteria.\nExaminer: Okay, very good, very good. Uh, and tell me, what do you like to do in your free time?\nCandidate: Uh, in my free time, I usually enjoy watching YouTube videos, and, um, When I have enough time, then I study German. When it, yeah, when I have enough time, I study German, and, um, just trying to get more of- of better knowledge of German grammars, because it's really, um, because it's really difficult for me to study.\nExaminer: Okay, very good, very good. And could you tell me the name of your hometown, please?\nCandidate: Uh, my hometown is Seoul, Korea. It's actually the capital city of Korea.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: And, um, yeah, there's a lot of tourist sites that people can visit, so I'd like to recommend you to visit it someday.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Uh, is there anything you dislike about your hometown?\nCandidate: Um, anything that I dislike about my hometown is, uh, probably the air quality. Uh, because of, uh, because, ha, it's kind of offensive to say it like this, but, uh, because of China, The fine dust is actually coming, uh, it's moving on to Seoul, and, uh, the air quality is bad. And compared that- compared the air quality to the one that I experienced in Germany, uh, I just dislike it.\nExaminer: Just don't like it. Okay, right, perfect. Okay, so now we're gonna talk about, uh, haircuts. So, how often do you get a haircut?\nCandidate: Uh, I get a haircut, uh, once a month.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: And, um, usually I went to a barber shop to take my haircut, but these days I just go to a shop nearby my house, and, um, they offer a very cheap price for university students, so I enjoy my haircut. And I just want to get my hair tidy every month, so that I look good. So that I can, you know, go on a date with my girlfriend, and so on, yeah.\nExaminer: Very good, very good. Uh, yeah, so, how long have you had your current hairstyle?\nCandidate: Uh, I... I've been maintaining this hairstyle, uh, for about a year, after my, uh, dispatch in, uh, the military service.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: And, yeah, I'm enjoying this haircut since I don't need to put on a lot of wax and a lot of hair products. And when I put on hair products, then, um, It doesn't feel so good for me, so that's why I'm enjoying this hairstyle right now.\nExaminer: Okay, good, good. Uh, and have you ever had an unhappy haircut experience?\nCandidate: Mmm, uh, during my military service, uh, I should say, cause, um, we were forced to cut our hairs really short, and, uh, yeah, I didn't like, Get how it appeared in the outside for me.\nExaminer: Hmm.\nCandidate: So, yeah, I just like that.\nExaminer: Okay. Very good, very good. Uh, and do you like getting your hair cut?\nCandidate: Yes, uh, like I mentioned before, I like to get my hair tidied up, and that's why I enjoy my haircut, uh, every mon- once- once a month, that I take, so that, um, yeah, I look refreshed, and...\nExaminer: Okay, very good. And, can you compare your hairstyle now to when you were a child?\nCandidate: Mmm, uh, when I was a child, uh, my mom used to cut my hair, and, uh, she always had a trimmer to cut my hair, uh, and I- I- because she cut my hair with a trimmer, it was always short, and, uh, I didn't really enjoy the short haircut. But, uh, nowadays I have... I- I put in style in my hair, and it represents my identity. So, um, I would prefer my haircut nowadays than the ones that I had in my childhood.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. Alright, that will do us for part one of the test. Now we'll move on to part two. Okay, let's have a look here. Okay, so this is your question for part two of the test. I'll give you a pen here as well. So the way it will work now, I'll give you one minute to take some notes, okay? And then I would like you to talk about this topic for one to two minutes. Try and speak for two minutes if possible, okay? So one minute for note-taking, yeah, begins now. Okay, now, that has been one minute, thank you, thank you. Right, so could you describe a time you were sleepy, but you had to stay awake?\nCandidate: Okay, um, so, this is a very recent situation that I experienced, and this, uh, a time when I was sleepy but I need- I needed to stay awake was, uh, actually this week, this week, Monday.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Because I had to, uh, study overnight for my ex- final exams for the university. Uh, I couldn't sleep for, uh, so I- I just, I- I stayed the night. And, uh, that's why I... I was actually very sleepy during the exam period. And, um, I had to study for, um, macroeconomics that I'm currently taking right now. And, um, yeah, my methods of trying to stay awake was, uh, I ate a lot of coffee. And I drank a lot of energy drink. I drank both. And, um, this is actually very weird. It could- it could sound very weird, but, um, I took two showers in a row. One in warm water, one in cold water, so that my blood flows, my blood circulates a bit better, and then I could keep myself awake. And, yeah, I would say I didn't really enjoy this experience cause, um, I am a person that sleeps a lot. I like to sleep very, um, Very long. Like, I- I- I- people call me, like, I hibernate every day. But, um, I had to study anyways, because my exams period were- my exam periods were, like, in front of me. And that's why, uh, yeah, I didn't enjoy this experience, but, uh, I probably did a lot of, uh, good methods. I- I probably used a lot of good methods to, uh, stay awake.\nExaminer: Okay, alright, yeah, we're up on two minutes there. Okay, perfect, perfect. Okay, so how was the next day when you were taking the exam? How did you feel?\nCandidate: Mmm, um, so actually, uh, This- it was actually during the exam period that I told you I was sleepy. Yeah. And, um, yeah, during the exams, I felt like, ugh, why am I doing this? I- I thought like that. And, uh, yeah, it felt really bad. But after I took my exams and I knew that I took the exam, that, like, Okay, that I took the exam in a very good way, that I got a high probability of a good score, um, Yeah, it felt actually very good for me.\nExaminer: Hmm, so it was worth it in the end.\nCandidate: Yeah, it was worth it in the end.\nExaminer: Good man, good. Right, so we'll go on to the third part of the test now, so we'll continue on. Okay, so yeah, you don't need that. Alright, on to part three. So yeah, uh, on what occasions do people need to stay awake when they're very tired?\nCandidate: Mmm... Do I answer it right away?\nExaminer: Yeah, yeah, yeah.\nCandidate: Um, I'd say people need to stay awake, uh, when they're having a, um, when- when they're working on a project that they need to, uh, finish it the next day.\nExaminer: Yeah.\nCandidate: Or probably, uh, some studies, like I told you, like I mentioned before.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Or also some, uh, works that they need to do, um, like overnight works.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: So, yeah, on those occasions, I think they need to probably stay awake, and I'm pretty sure they wouldn't enjoy that.\nExaminer: Of course, yeah. In your country, is it common to work a lot of overtime or working overnight?\nCandidate: Oh, that's actually, um, It used to be very common to work overnight.\nExaminer: Yeah.\nCandidate: Uh, like, a few, uh, probably a decade ago.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: It used to be very normal to work overnight. Uh, I personally saw my dad, uh, leaving home at 5 a.m. and then he comes back at, um, 12 PM, or probably the next day morning. So, yeah, that was, it seemed very, um, harsh. But these days, uh, laws have changed, and, uh, people, uh, and, um, yeah, therefore people need to only work at the, uh, given hours.\nExaminer: Hmm, that's better.\nCandidate: Yeah, it became very better, the situation became better.\nExaminer: Hmm, what do you think brought about this change? What caused the change?\nCandidate: Oh, um, I would say because many people, uh, suffered from the, uh, overnight works, uh, there might have been also, uh, a lot of health issues that they had to face, and due to those health issues, um, People have complained those situations to the company.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: And therefore, the company probably should have made these changes.\nExaminer: Alright, good, good.\nCandidate: Yeah, for better work and life balance.\nExaminer: Yeah, right, right. Good, good. Um, yeah, and do you think people who get up early in the morning are more productive than people who get up later?\nCandidate: Hmm... Um, I, uh, I would like to answer this based on my experience.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: And, uh, I personally think, uh, people that wake up early in the morning are more productive than people that get up late.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: In my- in my opinion, uh, when the sun goes- when the- when the sun falls, and it gets nighttime, and everything's dark outside, uh, I just feel drowsy. I just feel drowsy, and I became lazy. It just feels like, uh, oh, it's time to sleep. And, um, yeah, that- therefore, I don't- I get less productive in those times. But in the morning, the sun has risen, and it's all- there's daylight, so that's why people get more energetic, and, yeah, I think people would become more productive at that time.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Yeah, and who do you think wakes up earlier? Younger people or older people?\nCandidate: Hmm, um, it really depends on the person, but I think, uh, younger people, I have a higher chance of waking up early, because older people, they already, uh, have a lot of stress and, um, the tiredness in their body, but younger people, they still have a lot of energy left in their body, so, it's actually a stereotype that I have, but, um, yeah, I think, I just think, uh, younger people, they just have more higher ch- they- they just have a higher chance of waking up early, and being more energetic in the morning times.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. Very good, very good. Um, and what kind of people lack sleep?\nCandidate: What kind of people lack sleep? Hmm... Um... Never thought of that before, but I think, um, I would say, uh, night shift workers would lack in sleep.\nExaminer: Yep.\nCandidate: Because they wake up at night and then they work during the night time, and then they go back to sleep in the morning.\nExaminer: Yep.\nCandidate: So their life balances, their time balances actually break down.\nExaminer: Hmm.\nCandidate: And, um, They... probably they get confused if they need to sleep right now or if they need to be wake up r- if they need to wake up right now.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: And, yeah, therefore, because of these confusions, they would, um, lose a lot of time.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: And I think they would lack a lot of sleep.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay, good, good. Um, yeah, and I think there's a lot of debate these days about high school students. Do they sleep enough? Can you tell me about the situation in your country?\nCandidate: Oh, um, this is- I personally think this is a, uh, situation that is dealt in Korea right now.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Uh, these days, high school is- many people think high school is just a, uh, Just a place that you get your degree, and you finish your education to go to a good, prestigious university, and, uh, after graduating university, you get a really good job, and then you have a better life. That's what normal Korean people think. And, um, Because of that, high school students, they work, uh, they work hard and then they study very, they study until very late times, late night. And, um, That's why people say, uh, they don't have enough time to sleep, and I personally saw some of my friends during my high school times, uh, where they just slept during the lecture times, and they did their homework during their lecture times, and nobody complained about that. Not even the teachers complained about that. They understood that, uh, okay, high school students, they don't sleep that much. Okay, just leave them away. Okay. And, um, I do think in Korea, uh, high school students lack of sleeping time, but, um, even though they lack of sleeping time, they should, uh, take care of their studies, and they- they need to take care of their, um, time for sleeping, because... Uh, otherwise, it will ruin their health, and it will ruin their, um, habits and lifetimes, uh, lifetimes, um, habits and, yeah, their...\nExaminer: Lifestyle.\nCandidate: Yeah, lifestyle. My bad. Okay, now?\nExaminer: Okay, perfect, perfect. Alright. Right.",
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  "serial": 216,
  "title": "216 - 아이엘츠 스피킹 Band 7 한국인 모의시험 (피드백 포함) IELTS Speaking [edm아이엘츠]",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, so, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Um, my name is Ha Yoon Kwan.\nExaminer: Ha Yoon Kwan, could you spell that for me, please?\nCandidate: Um, H-A-Y-U-N, and K-W-O-N.\nExaminer: K-W-O-N, Ha Yoon Kwan, okay, very good. And do you like your name?\nCandidate: Um, yes, because I think it is easy to pronunciate, so, yeah, I like- I love- I love my name, yeah.\nExaminer: Very good. And are you working or are you a student at the moment?\nCandidate: Um, I'm a student because I applied for my master's degree and then I got an offer, so I have to study hard English to get a high score in IELTS test.\nExaminer: Mm, okay, good. And what is the master's in?\nCandidate: Master's in?\nExaminer: Yeah.\nCandidate: Um, what do you mean?\nExaminer: Ah, which field?\nCandidate: Which field? Ah, okay, um, I'm going to study, uh, management.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: And I want to specialize, um, human research and marketing, because I think it is interesting.\nExaminer: And what do you do when you have some free time?\nCandidate: Um, um, I'm kind of active person, so I like doing sports such as wakeboarding and snowboarding. Um, and otherwise, I take a stroll with my mom because she love- she loves it.\nExaminer: Mm, okay, very good. And now we're gonna talk about your hometown, so could you tell me the name of your hometown, please?\nCandidate: Okay. I lived in Gimpo, which is located on the outskirts of Seoul. It takes only, um, 30 minutes, um, from the capital city, and, um, Gimpo is very peaceful, I think, yeah.\nExaminer: Anything you dislike about your hometown?\nCandidate: Um, actually, um, as I said previously, um, my city is located on the outskirts of Seoul, so, um, every day I have to, um, struggle with traffic. So, I think that this is the only thing that I dislike. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, very good, very good. And, what kind of, um, facilities are there in your hometown?\nCandidate: Um, yeah, of course, um, there are many facilities, uh, such as, um, cinema, hospital, and supermarkets, and so on. And, um, also, these days, I, um, I like going to cafe, uh, because it is good to concentrate on my study.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay, very good, very good. So, now we're gonna talk about public holidays. So, how many public holidays are there in your country?\nCandidate: Okay, um, I'm not sure, but I think, um, there are around 30 days per year in Korea, uh, the big There are two big ones, um, Korean Thanksgiving Day and New Year's Day.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And do you think people need more public holidays?\nCandidate: Um, I don't think so because, um, I lived in Germany for 10 years and I, um, felt that Korea- in Korea, there are enough, um, public holidays but, um, people, uh, don't have, Many or much, or many, um, paid holidays. So, I think that they don't need to, um, extend, um, the public holidays.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And which holiday is your favorite?\nCandidate: Um, yes, my favorite one is, um, Korean Thanksgiving Day, uh, because, Um, I'm foodie, so I like eating many foods, and my mother always want to teach me, um, how to cook various foods, so I enjoy it a lot.\nExaminer: Okay, okay, very good, very good. Okay, so that will do us for the first part of the test, so now let's move on to part two.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you. Okay, so now I'm going to give you this question, a pen, okay. So yeah, you now have one minute to read the question, and you can take down some notes on the paper too, so you can begin. That is one minute for the note-taking. Okay, so could you describe a foreign celebrity that you would like to meet?\nCandidate: Um, okay, um, since I was 13, I have dreamed of being a politician in Korea, so today I'm going to talk about, uh, president of the U.S. As you might know, um, Barack Obama is the former president of the U.S., and it's about five years ago I attended his, um, speech, and it was really informative. Um, at the time he explained about his, um, achievement, and he looked very charismatic. For example, um, he, um, how could he reduce unemployment rates after a financial crisis in the U.S., um, how could he, um, finish the world in the Iraq, Um, as well as that, um, he improves, um, the health welfare of the U.S., so, um, it was really impressive. And, um, moreover, as I said previously, um, I have dreamed of being a politician in Korea. And, in my opinion, he's the most, um, successful politician who I have ever met. And that's why I want to, um, meet, um, him in the future. And I looked up to him a lot. Um, um, okay, um, moreover, um, When I, uh, when I was in his speech, um, he explained also about his, um, private life, and, okay.\nExaminer: Okay. Thank you, thank you. Okay, so your two minutes are up. Very good. Perfect, perfect. So, what was the speech about?\nCandidate: Um, it was about just, um, his achievements when he was the former president of the U.S. and, yeah, he explained a lot- a lot of things, how could he, um, um, achieve many things when he was, um, the president.\nExaminer: Okay, okay, good. Right, so, let's move on to the third part of the test now, okay?\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: So, yeah, in keeping with the topic of famous people, so, how can people become famous these days?\nCandidate: Um, I think there are, uh, in, um, these days, there are various ways to be famous. For example, uh, many childrens, uh, want to be YouTube star, um, and, On the streets in Korea, there are many people, um, to do their own concert. And also many people, um, if many- if someone have talents in dance or singing, then it is, um, easy to be a famous, I think.\nExaminer: And what do you think are some of the disadvantages of being a famous person?\nCandidate: Um, I think, um, the famous people lack of their privacy. Um, for example, if- even though they just want to have a dinner or lunch in a restaurant, um, many people might want- uh, want to be- uh, want to take picture of them together so, um, they can enjoy their, um, normal life. And, yeah, I think this is the biggest, um, um, disadvantages of being famous.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And do you think famous people have a responsibility to be friendly to their fans?\nCandidate: Um, yes, of course, uh, because it is obvious that, um, the fans love, um, love this famous person, and also, um, So that's why they can make profits and they can be keep, um, be famous. And even though they just, um, make, uh, small mistakes on televisions or, um, some public places, um, even they, uh, if they, if a famous person have, has a lot of fans, then I think it is hard to be, um, We, um, disliked it, um, by many people, I think.\nExaminer: Okay, right, very good, very good. Um, and what influences can famous people have on society?\nCandidate: On society? Okay. Yeah, well, these days, um, Um, the governments want to, um, advertise, um, doing, um, election, um, by advertising the famous people. Um, for example, um, in the U.S., I heard that, um, one famous singer, I- I can't remember the- his name exactly, but, um, um, the weight of doing, Um, election was really a role, but, um, the U.S., um, use, uh, publicizes the, uh, this problem by using, um, a- a famous singer. So, I think it is the positive influence in the society, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And how do you think celebrities influence teenagers?\nCandidate: Teenagers, um, um, yes, um, um, I think youngsters, um, always want to follow them, uh, so, if they, um, do, um, like, commit criminal, then, it is, there are many pos- high possibility to, uh, mimic, Children do, uh, follow their behaviors, so, um, yeah, I think it depends on the behavior of the famous people.\nExaminer: Okay, okay, good. And why can some celebrities stay famous for a really long time and others don't?\nCandidate: Hmm, okay. Okay. When it comes to, um, the famous- the famous singer or act- actor for a long time, I think they keep their activities or, um, their, um, They're- I think they always try to show their talents to the public. And also, um, these days, many famous people, um, donate to society. Um, so, that's why they can be, um, famous for a long time. Uh, when it comes to the other people who are not famous, um, maybe they commit sins, uh, maybe they commit, um, criminal such as taking, um, drugs, um, and so on. So, that's why they cannot be, um, famous or popular for a long time.\nExaminer: Okay. Okay, perfect. Alright, that's the end of the test. Thank you.\nCandidate: Okay, thank you.\nExaminer: Thank you.",
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  "serial": 217,
  "title": "217 - 아이엘츠 스피킹 Band 5.5 한국인 모의시험 (피드백 포함) IELTS Speaking [edm아이엘츠]",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright then, nice to meet you.\nCandidate: Yeah, nice to meet you.\nExaminer: Could you tell me your name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, my Korean name- my Korean name is, uh, Chan Dong Lee.\nExaminer: Chan Dong Lee.\nCandidate: My English name is Andrew.\nExaminer: Andrew, okay. So, Chan Dong, could you spell that for me, please?\nCandidate: Uh, it's spelled C-H-A-N and D-O-N-G.\nExaminer: Chan Dong Lee, okay, okay, very good. And, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: Um, sophomore. In university.\nExaminer: Okay, okay. What are you studying?\nCandidate: Now I'm studying Chinese and English.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And why did you choose to study this subject?\nCandidate: Uh, because, uh, since I was little, I- I loved learning English, and also, uh, I- I wanted to learn about Chinese, so I chose it.\nExaminer: Mm, okay, okay, pretty good. And are you enjoying it?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm enjoying learning English, but Chinese is difficult for me.\nExaminer: Mm. What do you think is difficult about Chinese?\nCandidate: Uh, especially the, the... tongues, the four different tongues.\nExaminer: Okay, very good, okay. And when you have some free time, what do you like to do?\nCandidate: Um, these things I... I enjoy listening to music, especially hip-hop, so... I love listening to music, and also, I like going to singing room with my friends.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Okay. So, I use my most of time- my- my- my most of time listening to music.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay, good. And can you tell me the name of your hometown, please?\nCandidate: Hometown?\nExaminer: Yeah.\nCandidate: Uh, my hometown is, mmm, Seoul. Seoul in Banpo.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay.\nCandidate: I was born there, and I... I lived there for 17 years, and I moved to Gyeonggi-do for a year.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And do you like your hometown?\nCandidate: Yeah, there was... it was really good, and... I used to... Yeah, it was just good. Nothing... there was nothing bad. It was... so, so...\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay, okay, good, good. And in the future, do you think you will continue living in your hometown or another place?\nCandidate: Uh, if I have chance, I'd like to live in abroad, like, U.S., uh, America or, um, Europe.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay, alright, very good, very good. Okay, so now we're gonna talk about, um, um, street markets. So, what do street markets sell in your country?\nCandidate: Hmm... Street markets... You mean the markets in the street?\nExaminer: Yeah, like outdoor markets, yes.\nCandidate: Like... There are lots of street markets in Korea, like, foods, clothes, or even, even some, mmm, like, flea markets, there are some flea markets in Korea, selling, Mm-hmm. Or even these, uh, electronics.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. Very good. Uh, when was the last time you went to a street market?\nCandidate: Mm, a street market? I went to a street market, uh, two weeks ago, with my friends.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: I went to Myeongdong, and I ate\nExaminer: Good, good. And what do you think is the difference between street markets and supermarkets?\nCandidate: I think the street markets, we can just- we can just see the- see the items, but in supermarket, we have to- we have to Um, enter into the supermarket to see what they sell, so I think those are- that's the difference.\nExaminer: Okay, alright, okay. That will do us for part one. So now we'll move on to the second part of the test, okay? So, I'm going to give you this question, okay? And there is a bit of paper and a pen, okay? So now I'm going to give you one minute to look at the question, and you can make some notes here, okay? And then we want you to speak for two minutes, okay? So you can have your minute, you can begin now.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Okay, now that is one minute we're not taking. So now, I would like you to describe an unusual experience of traveling.\nCandidate: Okay, uh, last summer, I went to Mexico with my friend, who I met in the university, so... Uh, actually, not only with my friends, not only with my friend, I went to Mexico with my friend's family, so, it was really unique for me because I've never went, I've never went abroad with others, like, my friend's family, so, it was quite unique for me, and also, hmm, My friend's father worked in Mexico, so we stayed in a hotel. It was really good. The view was really good. I can see all the oceans or beach there. So, my friend and I went to the beach, and we hang out all day. And also, I remember the stadium, the soccer stadium. Uh, it was really big, and it was the first time for me to watch a soccer game, for real. It was... it was really good. And, mmm... the... the pork and the meat, like meat things, those were really good. It was really cheap, and... yeah, it was... It was quite cheap, and the flavor was quite different from the Korean, Korean, Korean thing, so... If I have chance, I want to visit Mexico again, with my friend. So it was really cool.\nExaminer: Yeah, we're up on two minutes there. Very good. Okay, nice. So, how was the weather in Mexico when you were there?\nCandidate: Uh, it was- it was really hot. Yeah, it was really hot.\nExaminer: Do you like that kind of weather?\nCandidate: Uh, actually, I love summer, so it was not difficult for me to... Yeah.\nExaminer: Yeah, okay, to get through it, alright. Okay, very good. So, let's go on to the part three questions now.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Let's begin. Okay. So, what are some popular tourist attractions in your country?\nCandidate: In my country?\nExaminer: Yes.\nCandidate: Hmm... I'll say Busan in Haeundae, because it's summer now. So, Korean- Korean like to go to the beach in summer, so... Uh, Haeundae is the most popular attraction in Korea. Yeah, many people go there and hang out and eat some chickens or some foods there and- and also tanning.\nExaminer: Okay, good, good. Uh, how about, um, historical attractions? Are there any good historical attractions?\nCandidate: Historical attractions?\nExaminer: Yeah.\nCandidate: Uh, I'd say Gwanghwamun. Uh, we can, we can try some, um, we can try some traditional clothes, like hanbok, there. It's quite expensive to rent the clothes there, but I think it is a good experience to... To borrow the clothes and to have an experience like Korean things, Korean traditional things.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And why do people like to visit historical attractions?\nCandidate: Because, it's because, uh, when you go to some historical places, you can Understand the- you can understand the, uh, culture easily. So, I think people go to historical places.\nExaminer: Okay, okay, good. And so, why do a lot of people like to travel abroad?\nCandidate: Hmm... That's because, you know, like, when I- when we- when we go abroad, we can- Learn, learn something, like, we can have, have an experience that we can't, we can't have in your own country.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: We can, um, we can also stretch our, stretch our views, or, like, perspectives.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: So... I think that's why people go abroad.\nExaminer: And what- what problems do people encounter when they travel to other countries?\nCandidate: Mostly, I guess, is language. People tend to scared the- the- scared to say the I'm scared to say in English or some, um, foreign language, so I think people don't have to be shy or don't have to be afraid of it and just try to say in their language.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And apart from language, is there any other problems people face when they go abroad?\nCandidate: Maybe, maybe food. Yes. Because, when I went to China, it was quite, uh, hard, it was quite tough for me to, uh, eat Chinese food first.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: But, as the time passed, I get used to eat Chinese foods, like, uh, like, uh, ho-go, or, like, the foods in, uh, the Chinese, You call it Ma, the Chinese pepper. First, I- it was tough for me at first, but as time passed, it was familiar. It get- it get used to be familiar with me.\nExaminer: Okay, okay, very good, very good. And, um, does Korea, uh, receive a lot of tourism these days?\nCandidate: receive tourism.\nExaminer: Yeah, do many people visit Korea these days?\nCandidate: Uh, yeah, I think so, because of K-pop or the K-dramas. I think, uh, foreigners watch a lot of, uh, watch K-dramas or listen to a lot of K-pop, so, uh, so I think they get more interest in Korea, so many foreigners Uh, come to Korea, I think.\nExaminer: Hmm. Okay. Alright. That'll do us. Okay. Any stuff?\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Thank you.",
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  "title": "218 - 아이엘츠 스피킹 Band 6 한국인 모의시험 (피드백 포함) IELTS Speaking [edm아이엘츠]",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, so, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Jun Won Lee.\nExaminer: Jun Won Lee. Could you spell that for me, please?\nCandidate: J-O-O-N-W-O-N-L-E-E. L-E-E.\nExaminer: Okay, Jun Won Lee. And are you a student, or are you working?\nCandidate: Yeah, I'm a university student in England.\nExaminer: Okay, and what are you studying?\nCandidate: I'm studying sports management, because I love football.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And are you enjoying your course?\nCandidate: Yeah, I'm very enjoying it now, and, yeah.\nExaminer: What do you think is enjoyable about it?\nCandidate: Um, I'm living in England, so I can speak English well with other foreign people, other foreign- so I can experience other- other friends' culture, so yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. And what do you like to do when you have some free time?\nCandidate: I usually play football with my friends, and I have a- actually I have a team. This team is just all Korean. It's quite weird, but we play together, and we sometimes we play with another country's team.\nExaminer: Okay, very good, very good. Um, okay, so now we're going to talk about, uh, public holidays. So, how many public holidays are there in your country?\nCandidate: Public holiday? Hmm. Um, in Korea, generally, um, January 1st, it- it's holiday called Seollal. Yeah, when- when we, um, Yeah, disallow means we- we eat tteokguk. Tteokguk means a rice cake soup, so when we eat tteokguk, then we- we will get one more age.\nExaminer: Okay, okay, good. And do you think people need more public holidays?\nCandidate: Actually, in Korea, Most people work very hard, so I think we need to get more holiday, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, very good, very good. And how do you usually spend your public holidays?\nCandidate: Um, I usually spend my time with my friends, and as you know, I play football with my friends, and sometimes I watch movies and go to cinema. My favorite movie is Avengers.\nExaminer: Okay, very good, very good. And, yeah, in keeping with the topic of public holidays, let's talk about relatives. So, how often do you visit your relatives? Your aunt or uncle or grandparents?\nCandidate: Oh, yeah. Sometimes, I- I went, I- I go to my grandfather's house, so, we meet together, and we talk, and we play some games, like, yunori, it's called yunori, and, yeah. We, the important thing is just meet together and talk with my friend, my family.\nExaminer: Mm, okay, good. And do your relatives often visit your home?\nCandidate: No, actually, I- I go to my relatives' place, but sometimes they- they come to my- our house, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, very good, very good. And, um, what do you think is the most popular time for people to visit their relatives?\nCandidate: Um, can you say it again to Cassie?\nExaminer: Yes, yes. Like, uh, what is the most common time or the most popular time that people visit their relatives? Is there a special holiday?\nCandidate: Yeah, of course, special holiday, and we usually meet special holiday because in our In Korean society, there is a lot- we- most people work hard, so we don't have a lot of time to meet parents and relatives, so we usually use holiday time.\nExaminer: Okay, alright, very good. Okay, so that is the end of the first part of the test. Now we'll move on to part two. Okay, so I'm going to give you a question here. So here is your question, and you have the paper and a pen. And so I'll give you one minute to prepare for the question. You can write down some notes and get ready. So you can begin now. Okay, turn on, that's one minute. Okay, so now I would like you to describe an experience that the vehicle you took broke down.\nCandidate: I have traveled a lot of countries so far, but I had an accident just one time, um, in this January of winter vacation. Um, I went to Sp- Spanish island of Tenerife with my university friends. And, after we arrived there, we moved to our hotel directly. And, uh, the hotel location was... there... There is very nice beach, so we could see this beach very clearly. And, uh, after we arrived our hotel, we- we planned to go restaurant because we were very... Very hungry. We feel very hungry. So, we took a bus, but the bus looks like very old and the bus makes very big noise. So, yeah, we- we were a little bit nervous, but we just took a bus and, uh, on the- on the way to go restaurant, The bus's engines suddenly stopped there, so we were very shocked, but other people who take- who took a bus, they're not shocked, and they just wait next bus, so this is my weird experience in this island, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay. Alright, okay, that'll do us for part two of the test. Okay, very good, very good. So, after it broke down, what happened? Another bus came?\nCandidate: Yeah, another- another bus came, but at the time we were very nervous and very shocked, so, but, uh, other guys, other people who take- who took bus, they never feel nervous and any- any action, so, we just, Very nice.\nExaminer: Okay, so now we're gonna go on to part three of the test. Okay, so let's continue on. Okay, so who do you think likes to travel more? Older people or younger people?\nCandidate: Oh, there is just two options?\nExaminer: Yes.\nCandidate: Okay, then, if I need to choose just one, then I will choose younger people. Because, um, younger people have More time and more opportunity to travel, rather than older people, so I think younger people like to travel more than older people, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think older people enjoy traveling these days, or...?\nCandidate: Also, older people enjoy and like to go travel, but I think they don't have much time, so I choose younger people.\nExaminer: Okay, good. And do you think it's common for people to travel after they retire?\nCandidate: Yeah, right, uh, after retire, they already got some money, and they're already ready to travel, so I think they will go travel after.\nExaminer: And do you think these days there are fewer private cars on the road because of improved public transportation?\nCandidate: Yes, it makes sense, but I think private transport is more convenient than public transport, so I think Most people use private card more.\nExaminer: Why do you think it's more convenient?\nCandidate: Because, uh, people who- who use private card- private transport, They don't need to wait this destination, like, uh, bus stop. For example, uh, public transport, there's always stop in, like, Gangnam station and Seocho station and Banghae station, but if they use private transport, they can go directly the destination.\nExaminer: Okay, yeah, it's a big advantage. Um, yeah, and what do you think needs to be improved in public transportation?\nCandidate: Actually, um, I went to France and England and China and Japan, a lot of countries, and I experienced That country's public transport, but I think in Korea, our transport service and quality is the best, so I don't think they'd- we- we need more, like, service and quality. I didn't feel that.\nExaminer: Okay, you're satisfied.\nCandidate: Yeah, I'm satisfied, yeah.\nExaminer: And how about in the other countries you've been to? How could they improve?\nCandidate: Um... For example, um, China. Uh, when I was six or seven, I went China, and with my family, and we use transport, uh, public transport, but we- we feel a little bit confused which part, which direction is right or not, so...\nExaminer: Good, good, good. And do you think it's important for younger people to travel? Like, for example, university students or after high school, is it important for them to travel abroad?\nCandidate: Yeah, of course, because, uh, I heard in America, they, They're like, uh, culture, like- like, uh, to travel one year before to go university. And I- I was surprised, oh, why- why they have, like, that culture, but... Now I can understand why they make, like, that culture, because younger people need to watch more good things and- or new things, so they can- they can spread their vision, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, good. Is there any negative points of that? Any negative points of traveling when you're just finishing high school?\nCandidate: Um, negative, negative things. Actually, I didn't feel any negative things to travel, but... If I need to say something, I will say, um, dangerous. Like, accident, as you know. Um, if they traveled with their friends with the age 19, 20, it's very risky, because, um, some people could attack them, or... Yeah, take their money, so, just, uh, ones, ones.\nExaminer: Okay, very good. Alright, that's the end of our test.",
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  "serial": 219,
  "title": "219 - 아이엘츠(IELTS) Speaking band 7 한국인 모의시험 (피드백 포함) [edm아이엘츠]",
  "transcription": "Candidate: Hello.\nExaminer: Hello. Let's get started. This is the speaking test of the International English Language Testing System taking place on Saturday the 27th of October at EDM IELTS Testing Centre. Centre number B and 327. The candidate is... Good afternoon.\nCandidate: Good afternoon.\nExaminer: What is your full name, please?\nCandidate: Uh, my full name is...\nExaminer: May I see your identification, please?\nCandidate: Yeah, of course.\nExaminer: Thank you. Okay, great. Thank you. Now, in this part, I would like to ask you some questions about yourself. Let's talk about where you live. Where do you live in your country?\nCandidate: Uh, I live in southern part of Seoul, uh, which is called Gyo-dae. Um, actually, from the center, it- it takes only 10 minutes away by walk.\nExaminer: Okay. How long have you been living here?\nCandidate: Uh, this place, I just moved in, uh, two months ago.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: I used to live, uh, the other pla- other part of Seoul, but, uh, when I enter, um, I just moved in here because I like this place.\nExaminer: Okay. So, do you enjoy living there?\nCandidate: Yeah, I really enjoyed it because, uh, it's very convenient to transportation. I can- because there are two lines, um, Line number two and three, so I can go, uh, everywhere I want to.\nExaminer: Great. Uh, do you think you will stay in Seoul in the future?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm not so sure about that, because, um, it depends on my situation. It depends on my- my job and my family, and depends on anything, so, I'm not sure, but Yeah, I- I want to live here longer.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Is it a good place for walking or cycling?\nCandidate: Oh, could you tell me again, please?\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Is it a good place for walking or cycling?\nCandidate: Uh, for cycling, I don't think it's a good place, because there are some ups and downs on the road, like, um, there's hills, and I don't think there's some proper, uh, cycling road, actually. But I- I think for walking, it's a good place to be staying, because there are many offices, and as I told you, um, uh, it's very convenient, taking the transportation.\nExaminer: Okay. Um, how do you think it has changed most in the past 10 or 20 years?\nCandidate: Oh, I'm sorry, just, um, could you just say that again?\nExaminer: Yes. How do you think your city has changed most in the past 10 or 20 years?\nCandidate: Well, firstly, uh, first thing that comes to mind is, uh, it's getting busier, and also, Now I see the, um, many foreign visitors, um, which means it's getting like, um, more, it's becoming more like an international city. And also, on the top of that, um, there are, there are, nowadays, there are so many different types of restaurants because Uh, the first reasons, you know, it's getting international, and the more the international food here is, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, great. So now, I'd like to move on to talk about games, and I would like to talk to you about games you played as a child. Did you have a favorite game you played as a child?\nCandidate: Um, I'm not sure about the- the name of the game, but... Do you know the, uh, Hide and Find? I don't know. It's the right one. I- I used to like that game when I was really young, but when I'm getting, um, when I'm growing up, uh, I'm- I'm keen to play the computer games, such as StarCraft and some RPG games, because Uh, that games makes me really fun at the moment.\nExaminer: Okay. And, uh, do you think it's important for children to play games?\nCandidate: I think it's important. First- firstly, that's because, um, they can get along with together, so they make, um, some relationship and friendship they can learn from the people. But on the other hand, there's also the, uh, disadvantages, like, um, uh, when they do too much, What game that makes, uh, make them, uh, make them, uh, troubled for, like, for other things like studying and, You know, exercising, that sort of thing.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Uh, now, we're going to move on to part two. I'm going to give you a topic, and I would like you to speak about it for two minutes. Before you speak, you will have a minute to think about what you want to say. You can make some notes, if you wish, okay? So here is a pencil and a piece of paper for you to make notes. And here is your topic. I would like you to tell me about a special event that you attended. You have one minute to think. Okay?\nCandidate: Should I start?\nExaminer: Okay. Right. Let's start.\nCandidate: Um, the special event that I have attended was the wedding in the Netherlands. When I started in the Netherlands, I met really good friends, and there was a really good opportunity to join the wedding ceremony, because, um, there are three reasons why I think that's memorable. Firstly, Uh, I- I felt, um, much more freedom, uh, than in participating in wedding in Korea because everybody was dancing and some- some of them playing instruments and some, hm, they are all, like, um, That's the first reason. Secondly, I really enjoyed the Western food. There was, uh, so many kinds of Western food, especially some steak and some dessert. So, uh, I liked it at the time. Lastly, I liked the atmosphere. So, that's the most memorable events, especially- special events I've attended.\nExaminer: Is there anything else you can mention about it?\nCandidate: Actually, I played some instrument, which was the drum. We played together for the bride and bridegroom. Of course, that's special for them, and also, we feel special to us as well.\nExaminer: Okay, great. So, do you think you will attend any more special events in the future?\nCandidate: I will, uh, I will be participating in some, um, I- I'm not so sure how may I say, um, you know, some party at the end of years, but I forgot the proper word, but in my workplace, we all celebrate the At the end of last year. Actually, this is my first year to work at the, uh, my job. Uh, so, I'm really interested in it.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think special events are important?\nCandidate: I think that's really important, because, um, our user life is like, um, almost same sometimes. Monday through Friday, we sometimes don't even know what date it is. But if there is, um, some special event, we can memorize the time, or so we can, um, Take a photo, which reminds us, uh, good memories. So I like- I- I think that's, uh, really necessary.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Now, let's take your topic and your pencil. And now, let's move on to part three. Uh, we have been talking about special- a special event that you attended, and I would like to ask you some more general questions related to this. Let's start with, do you think young people in your country prefer to celebrate with their family or friends?\nCandidate: In my opinion, younger people prefer to celebrate, um, with friends. Because the family is getting smaller and smaller these days. But on the other hand, uh, You know, the social networking is very famous nowadays. So many can easily meet some friends who have same concern. So which makes them, which makes them more freely enjoy the party and, you know.\nExaminer: Okay. And do you think that young people celebrate too much or too little?\nCandidate: I haven't compared, you know, um, the frequency, you know. But, um, I think they celebrate a lot, uh, slightly more, because... Um, as I told you, there are some SNS service that connect people more easily, so... Yeah, that's the reason.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think people spend too much money on celebrations?\nCandidate: Too much money? I don't think they spend too much money for celebration because it's, um, It's quite unique, and it's- it's- it's not frequently, uh, heard. So, of course, it's a bit more pricey than- it's a bit more pricey than to just having a meal or something. I don't think that's too much.\nExaminer: Okay. And some people think that celebrations have become too commercial. Do you agree with this?\nCandidate: Commercial? Could you explain that again, please?\nExaminer: So, some people think that celebrations have lost their true meaning. What do you agree with this?\nCandidate: I might say... It's not- I- I don't agree with this, because it depends on their- the heart, their- their mind. But we- we don't, um, we can't see through the human's mind easily. So, I might not be able to say that.\nExaminer: Okay. Which events in a person's life do you think it's important to mark in some way?\nCandidate: Oh. I'm sorry to ask that again. Okay. Could you...\nExaminer: Yes. Which events in a person's life do you think it's important to mark, to celebrate, in some way?\nCandidate: Hmm... Do I have to, uh, answer every single question, right? Because, um, I have no idea about this question, actually. If that's okay, can I just pass, uh, that question?\nExaminer: So, which life event is the most important to Mark?\nCandidate: I think, uh, the first birthday. It's the most memorable event in human life. Because, anyway, it's the first. I think the first is really important, but the first is first. First one is really important.\nExaminer: Great. Thank you. This is the end of your test.",
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  "serial": 220,
  "title": "220 - 아이엘츠(IELTS) Speaking band 5 한국인 모의시험 (피드백 포함)  [edm아이엘츠]",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Hello! Let's get started. This is the speaking test of the International English Language Testing System, taking place on Saturday, on the 27th of October, at EDM IELTS Testing Center, center number B and 327. The candidate is Sooyeon Young, and the candidate number is 008400. The examiner is Beate English, and the examiner number is 432816. Good afternoon. What's your full name, please? Full name?\nCandidate: Uh, my name is Su Yeon Jung.\nExaminer: Okay, and what should I call you?\nCandidate: Uh, you can just call me Su.\nExaminer: Su.\nCandidate: Yes.\nExaminer: May I see your identification, Su?\nCandidate: Uh, yes.\nExaminer: Thank you. Right, thank you very much. Okay. Now, in this first part, I'd like to ask you some questions about yourself. Let's talk about where you live. Where do you live in your country?\nCandidate: Now, I live in Seoul, but I was born in Busan. So, about four years ago, I came here in Seoul.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think you will stay in Seoul in the future?\nCandidate: Uh, yes, of course. Uh, Busan, uh, and Seoul are... Good to me, but, uh, I think I- I will live in Seoul.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Do you enjoy living in Seoul?\nCandidate: Yes, uh, because Seoul, uh, is, there are many things. Uh, like, activities, uh, in Seoul.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. And do you think most people enjoy living in Seoul?\nCandidate: Uh, sorry?\nExaminer: Do you think most people enjoy living in Seoul?\nCandidate: Uh, I think, uh, there are good and bad things.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: Uh, because Seoul is, uh, Um, traffic is terrible in Seoul, better than Busan.\nExaminer: Okay. Is it a good place for walking or cycling?\nCandidate: Uh, what does it mean? Cycling?\nExaminer: Cycling on a bicycle and walking on foot.\nCandidate: I think it's- it's good because, uh, there is, Great.\nExaminer: Now, I would like to move on to talk about games. I'd like to talk to you about games you played as a child. Did you have a favorite game when, uh, did you? Sorry. Did you have a favorite game you played as a child? What was it?\nCandidate: Hmm, game? Uh, I played game with Doroto, when I was young.\nExaminer: How often did you play this game?\nCandidate: I think, two? Two times a week.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. And why did you like this game?\nCandidate: Uh, most, uh, most young girls, uh, like those, so...\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Okay. And do you still enjoy playing with... No, sorry. Uh, do you still enjoy any of the games you played when you were young? Do you still enjoy any of the games you played when you were young?\nCandidate: Now?\nExaminer: Do you enjoy them now?\nCandidate: Now? Uh, I- I don't play, uh, with girls now.\nExaminer: Okay, and do you think it's important for children to play games?\nCandidate: Hmm, yes. I think it's important, uh, because, uh, game, uh, when I'm doing game, uh, I have, uh, creative, so it's important, I think.\nExaminer: Great, thank you. So, I'm going to give you a topic and I would like you to speak about it for about two minutes. Before you speak, you will have one minute to think about what you want to say. You can make some notes if you wish, okay? So, here is a pencil and a piece of paper for making notes. And, here is your topic. You have one minute to make notes. I'd like you to tell me about a special event you attended. Okay, so your ma- one minute is up. So tell me about a special event that you attended.\nCandidate: Um, okay. Uh, special event that I have attended was my mother's birthday. Um, there are my brother and my mother and father and me. Um, actually, it was, uh, It was not a big event, but... It was a special event to me, uh, because, um, these days, um, I'm living in Seoul, and my mother live in Busan, so we both, uh, I don't see each other too much, so my mother's birthday, uh, was a special event to me.\nExaminer: Anything else you can tell me about it?\nCandidate: Uh, no.\nExaminer: Okay. So do you think you will attend any more special events in the future?\nCandidate: In the future, uh, I wanna attend my parents' 70 or 80 birthday.\nExaminer: And do you think special events are important?\nCandidate: Yes, uh, I hope my parents live for a long time. So, I wish, uh, I congratulate my parents' birthday.\nExaminer: Okay, great. So, let me take your pencil and your topic. Now, let's move on to part three. We have been talking about a special event that you attended, and I would like to ask you some more general questions related to this. So, let's start with, do you think that young people celebrate too much or too little?\nCandidate: Too much or too little? I- I didn't catch it, so... Okay, yes.\nExaminer: Do you think that young people celebrate too much or too little?\nCandidate: I think young people, uh, celebrate too much. Because, uh, young people pay, pay for a hotel, so they make, uh, balloons, and another, so they celebrate too much to their friends or families.\nExaminer: And do you think that people spend too much money on celebrations?\nCandidate: Um, yes, uh, uh, they- they celebrate and spend their money too much, I think.\nExaminer: Okay? And, some people think that celebrations have become too commercial. Do you agree with this?\nCandidate: Commercial?\nExaminer: Too commercial.\nCandidate: Too commercial, ah.\nExaminer: So, adver- maybe, um, uh, they have lost the meaning.\nCandidate: Hmm, could you...\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Some people think that celebrations have become too commercial. They have lost their meaning. Do you agree with this?\nCandidate: Mmm... I'm not sure. Uh, commercial means, uh, TV, uh, adver- Advertising. So it's- it's about what you can see. Um, um, I don't worry, because, uh, Uh, there are two reasons. First, uh, it's- it spends, uh, too much money. Uh, second, um, celebri- celebration? Celebration, uh, I think... Don't have to know other people, I think.\nExaminer: Okay, let's have a look at life events. Which events in a person's life do you think it's important to mark in some way?\nCandidate: I think many people know that, um, family, families or friends' birthday are import- important.\nExaminer: Which life event is the most important to Mark?\nCandidate: To Mark?\nExaminer: To Mark, to celebrate.\nCandidate: Birthday?\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Yeah. And- and how do you think the way in which we mark life events will change in the future?\nCandidate: What- what does it mean, mark?\nExaminer: Celebrate. How do you think the way in which we celebrate life events will change in the future?\nCandidate: Hmm, change? Hmm... I don't... I don't need to change celebrity.\nExaminer: Okay, great. Thank you very much. This is the end of the test.\nCandidate: Okay, thank you.",
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  "title": "221 - IELTS Speaking Band 8.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, then let's begin.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: So could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: Yeah, my full name is Jae Joon Shim. In English, I go by Jae, J-A-Y.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect, Jae. And Jae, are you working or are you a student?\nCandidate: Uh, I'm currently an undergraduate student, uh, studying synthetic chemistry at UC Berkeley.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Yeah. Nice. And do you like your major?\nCandidate: Yeah, I like my major because, uh, chemistry is like solving a puzzle, so, um, you start with, like, theoretical knowledge, and then, uh, you try to build a synthesis towards, like, uh, a new product, so, um, and it's also, like, coming up with more efficiency and better yields, so, yeah, I like my major.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm. Great. And could you tell me about your hometown?\nCandidate: Uh, my hometown is, uh, Mokdong, it's in Yangcheon district. Uh, it's where a lot of, like, government buildings are situated, and I grew up there, I lived there for about 10 years, so, yeah, I call it my hometown, whenever people ask me.\nExaminer: Yes. And could you tell me about your hobbies?\nCandidate: Uh, my- one of my hobbies I like to do is working out. Uh, I recently got into it, and, uh, seeing the progress over the years, uh, really given me confidence, and I also like to, uh, play sports. Uh, the two favorite sports that I mainly play is, uh, basketball and soccer, and I've been playing those, uh, for quite a long time, so, yeah.\nExaminer: Hmm. Okay, great. Now, we're gonna talk about making a list. So, do you make a list when you shop?\nCandidate: When I shop, um, I'm not really, like, an organized person, so, uh, usually, I don't have anything in mind prior to shopping, but when I go and I look for the things around me, and if I see one that I like, then I usually, uh, try to buy it if it's- if the price is reasonable, uh, yeah.\nExaminer: Yeah, and do you make a list when you're studying or working?\nCandidate: Uh, yeah, it's different from shopping because when I'm studying or working, I usually like to be organized and have a standard plan of what I like to do. So, usually, uh, when I'm studying, like, if I have maybe two things that I'm studying, maybe math and science, then I would plan it accordingly, like, one hour of science and then two hours of math, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, great. And why do some people not like making lists?\nCandidate: I guess it depends on their personality, but some people really like to be organized and do things, um, in, like, a set of time, but other people, they, uh, tend to do things like whatever just happens, uh, in nature, so, um, yeah.\nExaminer: Mmm, yes. And do you prefer to make a list on paper or on your phone?\nCandidate: I like to make a list on my phone because, uh, phone is actually more accessible to me, so I carry it on me all the time, so, uh, whenever I need to check my list or, uh, check my schedule, then, uh, I can just pull out my phone and view my schedule, whereas if you write it on a notebook, then you're not gonna- going to be carrying around all the time, so, yeah, I prefer to make a list on my phone.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. Uh, now let's talk about cooking. So, how often do you cook?\nCandidate: Uh, I cook a lot. I actually, uh, have been cooking for quite a long time, and especially in the States that, now that I live off campus, um, I don't have access to the school cafeteria, so I have to make myself breakfast, lunch, dinner. So, yeah, I guess I've been cooking for quite a long time now.\nExaminer: And do you enjoy cooking?\nCandidate: Yeah, I definitely enjoy cooking because there's a lot of variety of different foods that I like. Maybe one day I'm craving, like, Italian food, the other day I might be craving Korean food, so depending on what I'm feeling, uh, I like to cook different kinds of foods, yeah.\nExaminer: Um, and what house chores do you like and dislike doing?\nCandidate: Uh, house chores, I, like, I like cleaning in general, but one thing that I would do more is maybe cleaning my desk because I like to stay organized and I can't really study off of, like, really messy desk. And one thing I would try to avoid when cleaning is maybe clean the bathroom, I guess, but, um, because it's, like, tedious work and you have to brush off the dust and everything. Yeah, so.\nExaminer: Okay. And did you do some house chores when you were a child?\nCandidate: Uh, yeah, um, I did, like, I started off with the basic house chores, like cleaning my room, and, uh, you know, doing vacuum, and then, uh, when I actually went to the military, I had to do all different kinds of chores, so that's where I- I guess I experienced, like, the most chores, and, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. That'll do us for part one, let's go on to part two now. Okay, there's your question, sir. So yeah, I'll just give you a pencil there as well, mate.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: All right, so I'll give you one minute to do some note-taking.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: Okay, you can begin. All right, mate, that's one minute now.\nCandidate: Okay.\nExaminer: All right, so for your part two question, could you describe an advertisement you have seen that introduced a well-known product?\nCandidate: Uh, so, uh, couple weeks ago, when I was in the States, I was, uh, going to an airport, and I saw this big advertisement for soccer cleats, and it was a newly introduced Nike soccer cleats that, uh, was recently worn by, like, many famous soccer players, and, I really wanted to purchase it, because it's been a long time since I had my cleats, and I, uh, if I'm in Korea, then, uh, I knew I would be playing soccer, so I needed new cleats. And so, when I landed in Korea, I went to the Nike store, and I- I saw the cleats, and I purchased it, um, Uh, from my experience, uh, I really liked it because, first of all, it was really comfortable. Uh, like, the movement, when I- when I was playing soccer, like, dribbling, the shoe was really light, so I was able to move my feet relatively quick and dribble past defenders. And, uh, also the laces, it was, like, really short, but then I could really tie them, uh, tightly so that I wouldn't have to untie it, uh, during the middle of the game, and... Yeah, overall, I guess it was really a good purchase. Um, but one unfortunate thing was that I really wanted the black color, because the advertisement, uh, showed cleats that was like, uh, it was a black color blended- blended in with like a red color, but then when I went to the store, they only had the blue version. So, that was kind of, uh, unfortunate that I only had to buy the blue one, but... Uh, maybe if I could get my hands on the black cleats in the future, then I would love to purchase it or maybe trade it through somebody who has them. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. That's up on two minutes now. All right. Nice. So who's your favorite soccer player of all time?\nCandidate: Of all time, I would say, uh, Ronaldinho.\nExaminer: Ronaldinho. Why?\nCandidate: Uh, because he resembles how I play the game.\nExaminer: Oh, really?\nCandidate: Yeah. On the left wing.\nExaminer: Yeah.\nCandidate: Likes to dribble in. Yeah.\nExaminer: Very nice, very nice. I like his goal against England.\nCandidate: Yeah, me too. The free kick, right?\nExaminer: As an Irish person, I really enjoyed that.\nCandidate: Oh, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, let's go on to part three. Let's keep it going. All right. Okay, so where do we often see advertisements?\nCandidate: Advertisement, the most common advertisement would be, like, on television or via social media, like Instagram. Uh, or you could, maybe, uh, on a YouTube video, like, the YouTubers might get, uh, paid to promote, like, a certain product or to advertise. So, yeah, those are where you would usually see the advertisements.\nExaminer: And do you think, is advertising effective?\nCandidate: I- I guess it depends on how popular the person is, because if it's, like, a really famous person, then obviously that person would have a lot of followers, and then, uh, his followers would, uh, see, like, more- are more likely to be introduced by the product that the person is advertising, but if it's a less famous person, then I guess to a lesser extent, that product is gonna get, uh, famous.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes. And what forms of advertising do you think are ineffective?\nCandidate: Ineffective? Uh, I guess, like, maybe on the streets, like, uh, you see random people, uh, maybe holding up signs of a certain product, maybe from a local store. And those might be slightly less effective because only the people that would visually see that person would get exposed to the product, but not everybody else. So, yeah.\nExaminer: Yeah. Do you think people generally like seeing advertisements?\nCandidate: Uh, yeah, I guess because, um, advertisement is one of the key ways that people actually get to purchase or experience a certain product. So, uh, without advertisements, I guess, uh, maybe less products might be sold to customers.\nExaminer: Yeah, definitely. And why do some people dislike advertisements?\nCandidate: Uh, it might be like a slightly personal opinion, but maybe, um, some people have an opinion that they dislike, um, famous people getting paid to advertise a certain product, or maybe they might not like the product that the person is advertising. Yeah, those are probably the reasons why some people dislike the advertisements.\nExaminer: Yes, yes. And do you think funny advertisements are more likely to be successful?\nCandidate: Uh, yeah, because, uh, being funny has, like, a special part where more people might get interested in the product rather than, like, a generic advertisement. Uh, people might be more interested to view that, uh, ad because it's more funny. Yeah, so, I guess, uh, it could be more effective.\nExaminer: Hmm, yes. And do you think advertising is good or bad for children?\nCandidate: I think it's- it's really- it really depends, but I think overall, it's a good thing because children, as they grow older, they're gonna get exposed to a lot of different, uh, products or forms of advertisements. So, I guess, uh, we could say it's like a period where the children get exposed to the products so that as they grow older, they could expect the certain types of, like, ads or promotions that Uh, they exist. Yeah.\nExaminer: Do you- do you think these days there are many advertisements targeted at children?\nCandidate: Uh, I- I don't think so, because, uh, I've been exposed to a lot of ads, but, uh, they haven't been really intended for children. Like, the purpose or, like, the intent of the advertisements. So, maybe, like, the products, uh, specifically made for children, those ads might be targeted for children, but I think generally, uh, the most- most of the ads are not. Hmm. You intend it?\nExaminer: Yeah. Yes, yes. Okay. All right, that will do us for the test. Thank you very much.",
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  "title": "222 - IELTS Speaking Band 6.5 Mock Test with Feedback",
  "transcription": "Examiner: Alright, then let's begin. So, could you tell me your full name, please?\nCandidate: My name is Jiyoung Park.\nExaminer: Park, okay. Jiyoung, are you working? Are you a student?\nCandidate: I'm still a student, and I'm gonna graduate in this August.\nExaminer: And could you tell me about your major?\nCandidate: Uh, my major is civil engineering, and especially there are two ways, so, like, one is, like, actually civil engineering, and the other one is, uh, transportation engineering, and I chose transportation engineering, and it's about, um, planning the transportation and, like, uh, like, metro, like, public transportation in city, yeah.\nExaminer: And do you like your major?\nCandidate: Like, to be honest, I'm not sure I like it, because I feel it's too difficult, and it's so, um, it's different with what I expected before I went to the college. So, I thought I'm gonna study about, um, more- more mathematics, more engineering, but actually, we studied more, like, social things, like social rules and laws. So, I'm not sure I like it, but it's pretty interesting.\nExaminer: Okay. And could you tell me about your hometown?\nCandidate: Uh, my hometown is... I was born in Seoul, and now I live in Gyeonggi-do, Gwangju. So, actually, I leave- I had lived in Seoul for, like, 23 years, so I know more than, like, Gyeonggi-do. So, Seoul is, like, as everybody knows, it's a really big city, and, um... It's big, and also it's so complicated, and also they're so crowded. So, actually, I didn't know, like, Seoul is that crowded when I leave, but once I moved to Gyeonggi-do, Gwangju, and I realized Seoul is really crowded city, but also it's really comfortable, and, like, there are a lot of infrastructure, infra, so it's really easy to find, or, um, What? Oh, sorry. It's really fine to easy, like, what I need.\nExaminer: So, uh... Alright, that's good. Alright, let's go on to the next topic. So, we're gonna talk about patience. So, are you a patient person?\nCandidate: Me? Hmm... I think it depends on the circumstances, but... I'm not a patient person. I'm not a patient person, so I always try to be more patient, and I try to be, like, wait for others and think more, like, think one more time, two more times, but, uh, I think I'm still, like, immature, like, yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, and what is it that makes you feel impatient?\nCandidate: Um, when I feel, like, rushed, like, so, like, my friends or other people are more, like, slower than me, when they're doing something slower than me, then I can't stand it. I know I'm bad, I know I'm mean sometimes, so I'm trying to, like, You know, like, like, come down and wait for them, but it's not easy.\nExaminer: Hmm, okay. And... how do you feel when you have to do something for a long time?\nCandidate: Uh, like, something for a long time? Like, whatever?\nExaminer: Yeah.\nCandidate: Uh... but... Actually, I'm good at doing something long time. I think I'm impatient when I'm, like, waiting something, but I'm pretty patient when I'm doing something or, like, put a lot of effort on something. So, when I have to do something long time, I just focus and I'm just thinking about the result. Yeah.\nExaminer: Okay, let's give you one more topic. So, let's talk about flowers. So, do you like flowers?\nCandidate: Yeah, I like flowers, but I don't like- I really, really don't like insects. So, I only like flower, like bouquet flower. I'm not good at, like, raise the, like, plants. And I like, like, each flowers or, like, each plants have their meaning.\nExaminer: Yes. And do you take photos of flowers in your daily life?\nCandidate: When I'm outdoor, yes. Like, especially in spring, I like to take a photo, but other weather, I'm not sure. I don't- I don't know.\nExaminer: Okay. Alright, that'll do us for part one. Now let's go on to part two of your test. Give you your question. Alright, so there is your question. I'll give you a pencil there as well. So you can take, uh, notes now for one minute, alright? So you can begin now. Okay, so that's one minute. Okay, so let's go on to the second part. So yeah, for your question, could you describe a problem you had while shopping online or in a store?\nCandidate: Uh, I experienced, like, some problems when I have shopping online, and... It's like, it is online, so I can't wear, actually wearing, so, uh, it's like, it's different, like, their outfit, or their fit, or size are different with what I expected, and it's just, it's photo, so they can edit the photo to make more, like, looking better, and they can do, like, Photoshop, so... Sometimes, it's not real. Like, sometimes they lie about their, like, colors or, like, fit. So, yeah, I'm sometimes, like, was disappointed at the items, and... Also, like, models has, like, really good body. Like, they are tall, and they have really good proportion, and they're also, like, skinny. So, it's different with me, like, different to me, but sometimes I forgot when I do online shopping. So, like, I imagine my- myself in my head, and it's- it has a really good fit, but actually, when I wear it, It's, like, totally different with models, so I feel- I feel a little disappointed or, like, regret. Like, oh, I should've- I should've gone to- I should've been to, like, real shopping mall. Yeah. And... I think it's especially, I experienced when I bought pants, like, t-shirt or, like, shirts, it's easy to find my fit, but, like, especially, yeah, pants is really difficult to find really good fit on my leg and my proportion and my height.\nExaminer: Okay, alright, so that's 1 minute 55, alright, perfect. So, what do you do with clothes that you have ordered but you do not like?\nCandidate: Uh, actually, like, three or four years ago, I- like, I got a refund, but, you know, Like, if I buy only one or two items, it's easy to refund. But if you, like, if you buy, like, ten or, like, more than ten clothes, it's really tedious. It's really tedious and complicated to refund one by one. So, actually, now, I don't get refunds. I just- I just wear it, like, even if I don't like it, but just wear it. Or I can give to my friends, like, who can wear that. Or sometimes my mom wears it. Yeah. Yeah.\nExaminer: All right. Great. Now let's go on to the third part of the test. Let's keep it going. Okay. So, um, do you think customer complaints can help improve product quality?\nCandidate: Uh, if they're not black customer, yes, I think definitely that can, like, improve the customer service, uh, sorry, like, service, or, because I think, um, like, customers are the most, um, objective people, because, Uh, worker or, like, people who made the service or who made the company are not objective as much as people in, like, outside of that business. So, I think there- we need someone who can, you know, who can point out the, like, bad things about, I think I'm really bad at speaking here.\nExaminer: No, no, no, no, it's all good. Do you think cos- uh, sorry, do you think companies usually listen to the customer's complaints?\nCandidate: Sadly, I don't think so. No. Because, like, they want to hear that and they want to fix it, but I know it's not really easy to, like, repair or change the system, because it costs a lot. So, in companies of view, they have to choose, like, Improve, but cost a lot. Or not improve, but not cost. And most of company try to, like, use, uh, like, low cost and they have to, you know, they have to make a lot of profit. So, I think most of company are not tend to change.\nExaminer: Yeah. Yeah, right. Uh, what do you think about people complaining when they buy low quality products at a low price?\nCandidate: Oh, low quality, low price. Like, they're complaining.\nExaminer: Hmm. What do you think about this situation?\nCandidate: Uh... I think customer have to... Like, they have to know before they buy that. Because, actually, it's a low price. Then, we have to think why it has low price. Then, obviously, because it has low quality. So, um... Like, if they want to complain, then they have to, like, they should have, like, read a lot of reviews. And even if they read a lot of reviews, and it's, like, totally different from the reviews, then it's proud, then it's proud. But, I think, they can, like, they can find out before they buy. So, mmm, I don't think that's a good complaint.\nExaminer: Yeah, right, right. Um, and what do you think are the main differences between shopping online and shopping in stores?\nCandidate: Um, like, shopping online is, like, as I told before, like, we can't see, like, you know, the actual item, so, uh, hmm, Anytime they can, like, edit the picture, and they can show only what they want to show. So, it's easy to be... It's not a froth, but, like, you know. It's, like, easy to lie. Lie is, like, lie here is too bad word, but, but actually they lie sometimes. So it's really easy to lie and easy to make people confused. So that's the, like, most different thing between online and offline shopping.\nExaminer: And do you think in the future, online shopping will completely replace shopping in stores?\nCandidate: Uh... No, I think, like, it can replace more than now, but not completely replace- replace, sorry. Because, um, I know online shopping is really, like, efficient and really comfortable. But we know sometimes we have to see the products, like, in actual. And, like, if it's, like, really expensive things or, like, important thing, then we have to see and we have to, like, hear about explanation from the staff. So, I don't think, like, it can completely replace the, like, real shopping.\nExaminer: Okay, perfect. Alright, that will do us. Thank you for your test.\nCandidate: Thank you.\nExaminer: Thank you.",
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  "transcription": "Examiner: Okay, could I please have your full name?\nCandidate: Uh, my name is Ilkwon Lee. It's spelled I-L-K-W-O-N-L-E-E.\nExaminer: Okay, thank you very much. Okay, so I'm gonna start off with praise and encouragement. Uh, have you had any achievements recently?\nCandidate: Uh, I was able to get a job, uh, back in, April, and, uh, I- I couldn't, uh, continue to work for a very long time, but I was able to make some money.\nExaminer: Okay. How do you feel when you receive praise?\nCandidate: I feel kinda embarrassed because I- I'm not good with, uh, taking praises.\nExaminer: I see. When was the last time that you praised someone?\nCandidate: Uh, last time was, um, I have this one friend, uh, he lives in town, he lives close to me, and we were hanging out, and we, uh, played a round of chess, and he beat me in the game, and, uh, I was surprised, and I gave him a, um, praise that he was really good at chess.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think that parents should often praise their children?\nCandidate: Ah, yes, it's- I think it's very important to praise their children so that they can improve on positive things like, uh, their learning skills.\nExaminer: Okay. Have you ever been praised by a teacher?\nCandidate: Teacher, um... It was a very long time ago when I was in- when I was a freshman in college. My professor, uh, praised me for carrying a hard copy of a dictionary. I study Japanese, by the way, and it was a Japanese dictionary, and, uh, it was praised for carrying around the basic, uh, necessity, um, to- for studying.\nExaminer: Okay. Let's talk about being busy. Are you often busy?\nCandidate: No, I'm not really busy these days, uh, except I am, uh, currently actively looking for a job, but, um, that is basically, uh, done at home. So, uh, I don't go outside often, but, um, I just, uh, guess I'm busy mentally.\nExaminer: Okay. Are you busier now than you were as a child?\nCandidate: No, I was very busy as a child because I was forced to go to, uh, tutoring classes and, um, I was forced to do many activities like, um, I was sent to, uh, a speech tutor too.\nExaminer: Mm-hmm.\nCandidate: And, um, I also learned to play the piano. I was- I learned to, um, do taekwondo too. Yeah, so it was a- it was busy childhood.\nExaminer: I see. Do you like being busy?\nCandidate: Mmm... I- I mean, I like being busy, uh, in that it keeps me occupied and I can spend, um, the time goes really fast, so that gives me the sense of, um, productivity. So, I guess I like being busy, but, um, uh, what I don't like about being busy is I sometimes get stressed. I guess that's the thing.\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think you're a patient person?\nCandidate: Um, I think I'm very patient because I have once worked at a daycare center and, um, people are usually get annoyed by those children, as I heard, but, uh, I was able to get along with them. I had very- I had fun with them very much.\nExaminer: Okay. What is it that makes you feel impatient?\nCandidate: Impatient.\nExaminer: Yeah.\nCandidate: Um, sometimes, I- I have a dog at home, his name is Coco, and sometimes he barks at night, and I try not to be- be involved, uh, in, um, training, because my sister is in charge most of the time. So, I try to just, uh, ignore his barking, but, uh, sometimes it's, uh, kinda irritating.\nExaminer: Okay. How do you feel when you have to do something for a long time?\nCandidate: Uh, for a long time, like studying or getting in? Um... I've been studying for a very long time. I have graduated after eight years, I think. Uh, that's including my, um, military duty. But, um, I was in college for eight years, and, um, it felt really long, but, um, I really enjoyed studying. I really enjoyed studying Japanese, but, uh, I enjoyed studying English also.\nExaminer: Okay, yeah, let's call it there. So, I'm going to give you a part two question. That is going to be, describe a person from a different cultural background whom you enjoy spending time with. So, I'm going to give you a minute to prepare quickly, and then we can continue. Okay, Ilkwon, are you ready?\nCandidate: Ah, yes.\nExaminer: Okay, you may stop.\nCandidate: Uh, okay, uh, so the question was, um, to describe a person from a different cultural background, and I have a perfect example, and that is my girlfriend. Uh, she is from the Philippines, and we have known for, like, six or seven years before we started dating. Uh, we, uh, met, uh, online, on a language exchange app, and I proposed to go, uh, I proposed that we go out, and, um, I met her first time, Uh, one or two years ago, we were nearing the two-year anniversary, and, um, I really feel happy and, uh, loved around her, but at the same time, we have some difficulties understanding each other because, uh, we have, uh, cultural differences. Uh, for example, I had a hard time understanding, um, pairing chicken with rice. It's apparently very common in the Philippines, but, uh, it's very frowned upon in Korea, as you know. Um, so, uh, those small differences can, uh, sometimes, uh, cause problems, I guess. But, uh, we've been, um, Trying to make it work, and we, uh, I think we are very happy together right now.\nExaminer: Okay. Yep, let's move on to part three.\nCandidate: Yeah.\nExaminer: Do you think it's easy to meet people from different cultural backgrounds in your country?\nCandidate: Uh, I mean, if, um, you're looking actively for someone from, uh, other- another country, I mean, can be easy nowadays because, uh, K-pop is, uh... very popular these days, but, uh, I don't think it's common to meet, um, people from other countries, like, uh, in everyday life, um, because, uh, I have been, uh, I studied Japanese and, uh, studied English too. And, uh, there are usually many exchange students, right? But, um, I couldn't, uh, talk to them, um, in person very much, uh, because they tend to, um, flock together. They just tend to hang out with, uh, their own people.\nExaminer: Okay. What do people from different cultural backgrounds usually talk about with each other?\nCandidate: I think it's mostly language at first. They, uh, ask what language, uh, do you speak or what language are you studying, something like that. And then they, uh, move on to, uh, deeper, uh, topics like, um, What is it like to be a foreigner in Korea and, uh, what, uh, difficulties did you have living in Korea, living in, uh, other countries, something like that?\nExaminer: Okay. Do you think it's good to live in a multicultural society?\nCandidate: I think it would be fun to, uh, experience, um, many cultures, uh, at the same time. But I believe it has some difficulty too. It has some difficulties too.\nExaminer: Okay. What are the advantages of being friends with people from different backgrounds? Cultural, specifically?\nCandidate: Uh, I think, uh, we can, uh, expand our view in terms of culture, like, we can understand each other, we can understand people better, and, uh, we, um, come to understand why these people, why this person made that choice, and things like that, based on the cultural understanding.\nExaminer: Why do people choose to travel or to live abroad?\nCandidate: Uh, I believe it is mostly for language acquisition. Um, it is much easier to learn, um, English or other languages, uh, when you're exposed frequently to that language. So, uh, I think the main reason is in, uh, language.\nExaminer: Okay. What are the benefits of living in a different country?\nCandidate: Um, I- I guess, uh, I'm repeating the same thing, but, uh, I- I guess they can expand their view, they can understand people better, um, they can acquire some, uh, their languages, and they meet new people, and that's a fun part too.\nExaminer: Okay, cool. Let's call it there.",
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