Part 1 · Band 4

What do you like to do at home?

Source-reported band score · 38 words

Sample answer

I like to spend time at home with my family. We might read a book together, watch a movie, or just relax and talk. I also enjoy cooking and baking, and sometimes we'll have a family game night.

Answer analysis

Fluency & Coherence

The ideas follow a clear sequence: family time, shared activities, then personal interests and game night. The list in “We might read a book together, watch a movie, or just relax and talk” gives the response a natural progression. Since this is text only, spoken fluency cannot be assessed. Practise delivering this answer in 25–30 seconds, grouping it into family time, shared activities, and cooking or games.

Lexical Resource

The answer uses relevant everyday vocabulary, including “relax,” “cooking and baking,” and “family game night,” which makes the response specific to home life. The word choices are clear and natural, though the range is mostly familiar and the ideas rely on straightforward activity words. As an optional refinement, try one precise phrase such as “unwind together” while keeping the answer conversational.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The sentences are accurate and varied enough for this short response. “We might read” uses a modal naturally, while “I also enjoy cooking and baking” adds a second sentence pattern; the coordinated list is easy to follow. There is no clear grammatical error to correct. To show a little more range, you could add a simple reason using “because,” without making the answer much longer.

Pronunciation

Pronunciation cannot be assessed from the written response; this practice guide is not an assessment of a recording. Practise the word stress in “family” (FAM-i-ly) and “together” (to-GE-ther). Say “I also enjoy cooking and baking” as one thought group, then pause before “and sometimes…”. Record a short practice, check that each phrase is clearly separated, and compare it with a dictionary audio model.

A transcript shows language and organisation. Fluency, delivery and pronunciation require an audio recording; the synthetic voice demonstrates the text, not the original speaker.

  • Practise the answer in three short idea groups: spending time with family, activities you do together, and cooking or game night.
  • Add one brief personal reason, such as why you enjoy relaxing and talking together, using only a reason that is true for you.
  • Record a 25–30-second practice and check that “family game night” is easy to understand and that your activity list is not rushed.

Plan your answer

Try your own response before reading the samples.

Ideas to explore

  • Explain how reading novels helps you relax or imagine a different world.
  • Describe what you enjoy about cooking and trying unfamiliar recipes.
  • Mention studying English as another activity you make time for at home.

Suggested structure

  1. Name the activities you enjoy at home.
  2. Develop the first activity with a reason or feeling.
  3. Add another activity and explain what you like about it.
  4. Finish with studying English as an additional activity.
Useful vocabulary & examples
escape into a different world
Become absorbed in a book or story and temporarily forget everyday concerns.

Reading a novel helps me escape into a different world.

experiment with new recipes
Try different ways of preparing food.

I enjoy experimenting with new recipes when I cook at home.

work on my English skills
Spend time practising and improving your ability in English.

I work on my English skills by studying at home.

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Compare answers on this topic

Band 9

At home, I enjoy reading books, especially novels, as they allow me to relax and escape into a different world. I also like cooking and experimenting with new recipes, which bri...

Band 8

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Band 7

The time I spend at home is probably the most comfortable and relaxing I can enjoy. It's my own habitat, where I can relax without interruption. For example, I love reading book...

Band 6

There are a lot of activities I enjoy doing at home. First, I clean my room and take care of my plants. Then, I might cook something or bake a sweet treat for my family. When I...

Band 5

I love spending time at home. It's a place where I can relax and enjoy myself. For example, I can read a book without any distractions. It's much more comfortable than reading i...

Band 4

Generally, I spend time relaxing at home, such as sleeping, browsing the internet, and reading.