Part 1 · · 16 samples

What do you do in your free time?

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Ideas to explore

  • Explain what you enjoy about reading, such as learning about different subjects.
  • Mention the range of genres you read, including fiction and nonfiction.
  • Add a personal detail by describing your interest in self-improvement books.

Suggested structure

  1. Answer the question directly by naming your free-time activity.
  2. Give a brief reason you enjoy it.
  3. Describe the types of books you typically read.
  4. Finish with a personal detail about your reading habits or interests.
Useful vocabulary & examples
a wide range of
A large variety of different things.

I read a wide range of books, from fiction to nonfiction.

a bookworm
Someone who enjoys reading a lot.

I’d say I’m a bit of a bookworm.

self-improvement
The process of developing your abilities or making positive changes in your life.

I’m especially interested in books about self-improvement.

in my spare time
During the time when you are not working or studying.

I enjoy reading in my spare time.

Sample answers

Band 6 sample

39 words · Source-reported band

In my free time, I like reading books. It really helps me relax from my busy day. If it is a long weekend coming, I will enjoy going shopping with my friends, or doing something valuable for my family.

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AI-completed learning example

68 words · Illustrative target band

Uh, well, basically, it is quite tough for me to grab a lot of free time. But when I do have some free time, I usually read a lot of books. I am a huge fan of football, so I watch a lot of football games. In my free time, I always try to read whenever I get the chance, even if I only have a short break.

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AI-completed learning example

96 words · Illustrative target band

In my leisure time, I enjoy reading books and listening to music because listening to music can give me a flexible mind to relax and concentrate on my studies. Let me talk about reading books. Reading books is my favorite activity. Whenever I get free time, I love to read books. Recently, I read a book, and I enjoyed spending my free time with it. Reading helps me relax, while music is something I listen to when I wa…

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