Part 1 · · 15 samples

do you like watching tv

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Plan your answer

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Ideas to explore

  • Contrast a former view of watching TV with how you feel about it now.
  • Explain what you prefer doing instead, such as reading or exercising.
  • Give a brief reason for your preference, such as the activities’ mental or physical benefits.

Suggested structure

  1. Answer directly whether you like watching TV.
  2. Mention your past view if it helps explain a change.
  3. Contrast it with your current opinion using “but these days.”
  4. Name your preferred alternatives and give one concise reason.
Useful vocabulary & examples
see something as a waste of time
think an activity is not worth the time it takes

These days, I see watching TV as a waste of time.

have strong opinions about
feel firmly or strongly about a subject

I used to have strong opinions about watching TV.

mental and physical well-being
a person’s overall mental and bodily health

Reading and exercise can support my mental and physical well-being.

Sample answers

Band 4 sample

49 words · Source-reported band

Yes, of course. I like watching TV. I love watching TV. If I watch TV, I use a notebook. TV shows are my friends. My favorite colors are pink, yellow, and white. My favorite TV show is interesting. This TV show is expensive. My favorite TV show is beautiful.

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Band 4 sample

27 words · Source-reported band

Yes, of course. I like watching TV. If I watch Jimmy Kimmel, I like the black and white color scheme. My TV is old, but it's expensive.

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Band 4 sample

33 words · Source-reported band

Yes, of course. I like to watch TV. I watch a lot of shows. I like my chili. My chili recipes are many. My dishes are delicious. Until well, I enjoy watching TV.

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