Speaking Part 1 is all about familiar topics from your daily life. Below is a sample set of questions for the topic “Hometown”, along with Band 7+ sample answers, vocabulary, and useful tips.
📋 Common Questions – Topic: Hometown
❓ Where is your hometown?
🗨 My hometown is Da Nang, a coastal city in central Vietnam. It’s known for its beautiful beaches, friendly people, and delicious seafood.
❓ What do you like most about your hometown?
🗨 What I love most is the relaxed atmosphere. It’s not too crowded or noisy like bigger cities, and there’s a nice mix of nature and modern life.
❓ Has your hometown changed much over the years?
🗨 Yes, quite a lot. Over the past decade, many new buildings, bridges, and shopping centers have been built. It has become much more modern, but luckily it has still kept its charm.
❓ Would you like to live in your hometown in the future?
🗨 Definitely. I think it’s a great place to raise a family, and I’d love to return there someday when I’m older and want a quieter life.
📌 Useful Vocabulary
| Word/Phrase | Meaning | Example Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| Coastal city | A city near the sea | Da Nang is a beautiful coastal city. |
| Relaxed atmosphere | A peaceful and calm environment | I enjoy the relaxed atmosphere in my hometown. |
| Modern amenities | Facilities like malls, gyms, restaurants | My town now has many modern amenities. |
| Urban development | Growth in buildings, roads, etc. | There has been a lot of urban development. |
| Sense of community | Feeling of belonging to a group | People still have a strong sense of community. |
💡 Tips for Speaking Part 1
- Keep your answers short but detailed (2–4 sentences)
- Use personal experiences and examples
- Avoid repeating the question word-for-word
- Practice natural intonation and pace
- Use a variety of adjectives and expressions
