SPEAKING INTERMEDIATE 006-010

This material is taken from Daily English.

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6.    Accident

		ACCIDENT
F:		Have you ever been in any traffic accident?
M:		Yes, three years ago.
F:		What happened?
M:		I was hit by a car while crossing the road.
F:		How did you feel then?
M:		I felt really terrible because of my injuries.
F:		Who was involved in the accident?
M:		The car driver, his family (inside the car), and me.
F:		Did the insurance company pay for repair service?
M:		I was walking so I did not require any car repair services.
F:		Did you need a lawyer?
M:		I hurt my lower back just a little, so I didn’t call a lawyer.
F:		Did you report the issue to the police?
M:		No, we didn’t want to get the police involved.
F:		Were you sent to the hospital after the accident?
M:		No, the injury wasn’t really serious.
F:		Do you have a driving license?
M:		Yes, I do. I always keep it in my purse.
F:		Why should people obey traffic regulations?
M:		To protect themselves and others. The best ways are to wear a helmet, wait for traffic lights
		and stay in the appropriate vehicle/pedestrian lanes.

7.  Childhood Memory

		CHILDHOOD MEMORY
F:		Did you have a happy childhood?
M:		Yes, I did. I enjoyed playing hide and seek with my peers.
F:		Did you experience your childhood in a city or countryside?
M:		I spent my childhood in a rural area where I could see vast rice fields.
F:		Did you usually skip class when you were a child?
M:		Yes, I did, and many of my friends did, too.
F:		Who were you with when you were a child?
M:		I was with my beloved family.
F:		What did you want to be when you were a child?
M:		I dreamed of being a fashion designer.
F:		Who did you love the most when you were a child?
M:		I loved my mom the most since she was always there and took care of me.
F:		Who was your childhood hero?
M:		Robin Hood, he took money from the rich and gave it to the poor.
F:		What reminds you of your childhood?
M:		Green rice fields which I happen to see everywhere remind me of my beautiful childhood.
F:		Did you change a lot when you grew up?
M:		Yes, of course. I’m more mature now both physically and mentally.
F:		Why is childhood important?
M:		Because it shapes people into who they will become.

8.  Favorite Room

		FAVORITE ROOMS
F:		How many rooms are there in your house?
M:		There are 5 rooms: a living room, 2 bedrooms, a bathroom and a kitchen.
F:		Which floor is your bedroom on?
M:		My bedroom is on the first floor of a three-storey house.
F:		Is it big or small?
M:		It’s not very spacious, just enough to put necessary furniture in.
F:		What color is your bedroom painted?
M:		It’s painted pink, my favorite color.
F:		Do you love your room? Why?
M:		I love it very much because it is my private space whenever I go home.
F:		What furniture does your bedroom contain?
M:		It contains a bed, a desk, and a clothing closet.
F:		What do you do in it?
M:		Well, I spend most of my free time there reading books and sleeping.
F:		How much time do you spend in your room?
M:		About 10 hours a day, especially in the evening.
F:		Do you share your room with anyone else?
M:		No, everyone in my family has their own room, so I stay there alone.

9.  Presents

		PRESENTS
F:		What kind of presents are popular in your country?
M:		It depends on the receivers. For children, toys are the best choice. For youth, souvenirs are
		recommended.
F:		Who gave presents to you? On what occasions?
M:		I have received many presents, most of which were from my friends. They gave me gifts on
		my birthday.
F:		What was your last present?
M:		It was a hand-made doll, given by my best friend when I moved to another city.
F:		What was the one you like best?
M:		I loved my book Nepal a lot. It was given to me on my 23rd birthday by my brother.
F:		Did you ever get a present you didn’t like?
M:		Yes, I have, but I still treasure and take care of them.
F:		How do you thank people who give you presents?
M:		I gave them presents that they would like.
F:		What are the times of the year that people give presents in your country?
M:		Some special occasions are birthdays, weddings, graduation, New Year’s day, Valentine’s
		day, housewarming ceremonies, etc.
F:		Who was the last person you gave a present to?
M:		My mom, I bought her a coat on a business trip to Bangkok.
F:		Is giving presents important in daily life?
M:		Yes, it is. It’s one of the best ways to show your love and gratitude to someone.

10. Historical Place

		HISTORICAL PLACE
F:		Which tourist attractions do you prefer when traveling? Historical places or natural
		landmarks?
M:		Well, historical places are always my first choice when traveling.
F:		What do you usually do when visiting historical places?
M:		I usually listen to the tour-guide introducing the sights and take notes about important
		historical events.
F:		Can you name some historical places you have visited?
M:		Whenever I travel to a foreign country, I always visit its famous historical places. Some of
		them are the Pyramids in Egypt, Angkor Wat in Cambodia, Stonehenge in England and the
		Taj Mahal in India.
F:		What’s your most favorite historical place? Why?
M:		I love the Pyramids the most. Taking a tour around the Pyramids, I can not only enjoy the
		gorgeous architecture but also learn cultural and historical values of the ancient Egyptian
		culture.
F:		What is the most famous historical place in your country?
M:		It’s definitely the Statue of Liberty in New York city.
F:		What’s special about it?
M:		The statue was gifted by the people of France. It is a symbol of freedom for the US as well as
		a welcoming sight to people coming to the US from another country.
F:		Where is it located?
M:		It’s located on Liberty island in New York Harbor, NYC.
F:		Should the youth visit historical places instead of other places?
M:		Sure. Nowadays the youth should visit these kind of places more often in order to preserve
		historical and cultural values of their country.