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Dictionary IELTS Speaking Section Part 1 - Talking about Familiar Topics Dictionary Do you ever use a dictionary? Yes, I often use dictionary. I was majoring English at the university, and dictionary was an important part of my academic life. In fact, it still is important since I'm now working as a translator and often have to use dictionary once in a while. What do you use it for? Now, I use it mostly for translating academic text. But the dictionary that I'm using now is not the one that I used when I was in college. The dictionary that I currently use is more specific, like dictionary that contains legal terms. Do you prefer paper or electronic dictionaries? I'd rather use paper dictionaries when translating a written text, like academic journal or books. I know dictionaries are heavy and will eat up much space in your bag or desk, but it is more convenient to use. Sometimes I use online dictionary because the features make it easier for me to find the meaning of a word...

Special Gift -artwork by freeschool.id- IELTS Speaking Section Part 1 - Talking about Familiar Topics Birthday How did you celebrate your birthday when you were a child? I never have a birthday party as a child. Birthday party is really not a common tradition in my family. Well, someone's birthday is celebrated, but in a more traditional way. It's not like the birthday party we commonly know, which is more like a western culture.  How do you celebrate your birthday now? Since my family does not consider birthday party as part of their tradition, I always celebrate my birthday party with my friends. We always have a little party to celebrate our friend's birthday. It's not like a fancy birthday party or anything. Basically we just hang out, my friends give their best wish, they buy me food and drink, and there will be some occasional gifts. The party does not include a real birthday cake, it could be any food with candles on top of it. My friends and I always say don...

IELTS Speaking Section Part 1 - Talking about Familiar topics Animal Do you like animals? Yes, I do, especially fluffy animals. A friend of mine has a hedgehog as a pet. He showed it to me and I fall in love with it. It seems like a very good companion for those who like cute animals. What types of animal do you have in your country? My country is known for its high biodiversity level. There are various species of plants and animals here. Some of them are very famous, like orang utans that live in the rain forest of Sumatra and Borneo. We even have endemic animals, one of them being the komodo dragons, which can only be found in the komodo island. What types of animal do people in your country have as a pet? The most common pets here are cats and dogs. Dogs are very active and playful, they like doing outdoor activities like walking in the park or playing catch. Cats tend to be an indoor animal, and they spend most of their time sleeping. But cats can be a very good companion ...

Motorcycle -artwork by freeschool.id- IELTS Speaking Section Part 1 - Talking about Familiar Topics Transport How do you get here today? I got here riding a motorcycle. I  always try to avoid the traffic as much as I possibly can, so, motorcycle is definitely the best choice of transport. Do you often use public transport? Not so often. I use public transport only when I have to travel long distance. For example, if I had to go to Jakarta for a business trip, I usually take the train or the plane. For everyday transport, I always ride motorcycle, like many Indonesians. How often do you take buses? Once a month. I take a bus to go to my hometown, because I visit my parents there regularly. It is a three-hour journey by bus. Actually, it is faster and more convenient to go to my hometown by train, but train schedule is not as flexible as that of buses. Do you think people will drive more in the future? With the rapid development of public transport and the emergence of private ride h...

Rain -artwork by freeschool.id- Part 1 - Talking about Familiar Topics Weather What kind of weather do you like the most? I really like the rainy season, because rain always soothes me. The smell of wet soil and the sound of thunder rumbling from distance make me feel comfortable. I know some people may not like the rain that much, since they have to carry umbrella wherever they go and may find it difficult to do their activities like they always do. Everything is soaking wet and they have to wash their clothes and shoes every day. But I'm the kind of person who stays indoor most of the time, and I really like it when it rains. Does the weather affect the way that you feel? Yes, it does. While the rainy season provides comfort and peace, the dry season in my country is unrelentlessly hot. I live in a tropical country where it is hardly possible to walk outside in the daylight without getting your skin burnt. I sweat a lot and usually becomes more easily irritated. Well, I'm act...

- Where is home - artwork by freeschool id IELTS Speaking Section Part 1 - Talking about Familiar Topics Trees Do you like trees?   Yes I do like trees. There are so many advantages that we get from trees. I live in a tropical country, and trees provide a shade for pedestrians, protecting them from the sunburn. Almost every part of a tree is beneficial for human. The wood can be used to make furniture, paper, and lumber. The leaves of certain trees can be used for making dyes. Trees produced sap used for making rubber. Even the green waste of a tree is useful, as it can break down into humus that makes soil more fertile. Are there many trees in your hometown?   Yes, there are so many trees in my hometown, especially in the wooded areas. Some of this wooded area has become teak plantations protected by the government. My hometown is well-known for its high-quality teak. For a reason of sustainability, teak is strictly regulated . We even have a certification for teak, which en...