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IELTS Speaking Part 1 – Topic: Taking Photos

Here are the sample questions and answers Part 1 on the topic “Taking Photos”.

❓ Questions & Sample Answers

🔹 1. Do you like taking photos?

Yes, I really enjoy taking photos, especially when I travel or attend special events. It helps me capture memorable moments and relive them later. I also enjoy editing photos to make them more visually appealing.

🔹 2. Do you prefer to take photos yourself or to have other people take photos of you?

I prefer taking photos myself because I like experimenting with angles and lighting. However, if I want to be in the picture, I usually ask someone else or use a tripod and timer.

🔹 3. How often do you take photos?

I take photos quite frequently—almost every week. Most of them are casual shots using my smartphone, especially when I see something interesting or aesthetically pleasing.

🔹 4. Do you prefer to take pictures of people or of scenery?

I actually enjoy both, but if I had to choose, I’d say scenery. There’s something peaceful about capturing landscapes, sunsets, or city streets. It feels more artistic to me.


💡 Useful Vocabulary (with meanings & examples)

Word/PhraseMeaningExample
Capture a momentTo take a photo at a specific time to preserve the memoryI love to capture moments during family gatherings.
Visually appealingPleasing to look atI always try to make my photos more visually appealing with editing.
Aesthetically pleasingBeautiful in appearanceI take pictures of places that are aesthetically pleasing to me.
Experiment withTry different techniques or methodsI like to experiment with different photo filters and angles.
SceneryNatural features of a landscapeThe mountain scenery was breathtaking, so I took a lot of photos.
TripodA three-legged stand used to hold a cameraI use a tripod when I want to take group photos with a timer.

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