Part 1 · Band 5

what do you Study?

Source-reported band score · 23 words

Sample answer

I study four languages. It's a really thorough study of languages, and I hope to pursue it as a career in the future.

Answer analysis

Fluency & Coherence

The answer follows a clear sequence: “I study four languages” gives the direct answer, “a really thorough study” adds description, and the final clause connects the subject to a career goal. The development is brief, so one extra detail could make the response feel more complete. Practise speaking for 30 seconds: give this answer, then add one reason language study interests you and one link to your career plan.

Lexical Resource

The answer uses relevant language, including “four languages,” “thorough study,” and “pursue it as a career,” to cover the subject and future ambition. The vocabulary is clear but repeats “study” and “languages,” and “it” does not identify the career field very precisely. Try replacing one repeated noun and naming the field directly, while keeping the wording natural and accurate.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The response combines a simple statement with a longer sentence using “and,” and “I hope to pursue” expresses a future intention accurately. The grammar is generally clear; the main opportunity is to make the reference in “pursue it” more explicit, rather than treating this as a definite grammatical error. Practise combining the ideas with a clear noun phrase such as “this field” and check that each pronoun has an obvious reference.

Pronunciation

This text-only response does not allow pronunciation to be assessed, and this practice guide is not an assessment of a recording. Practise the word stress in “languages” (LANG-uages) and “career” (ca-REER), then group the answer into thought units: “I study four languages” / “and I hope to pursue it as a career in the future.” Record yourself reading it, check that the stressed syllables are clear, and compare the recording with the text.

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

  • Add one brief detail about why you study four languages, such as what interests you about learning languages.
  • Replace one repetition of “study” or “languages” with a clear alternative, such as “this field,” where the reference is obvious.
  • Practise extending the answer to about 25–30 seconds by adding one relevant reason and linking it to your career aim.

Plan your answer

Try your own response before reading the samples.

Ideas to explore

  • Explain what you study and your current stage of study.
  • Give a brief reason for choosing the subject, such as family encouragement or personal interest.
  • Mention a challenge, an enjoyable aspect, and a future plan to make the answer personal and complete.

Suggested structure

  1. State your subject and year of study.
  2. Explain how you came to choose it.
  3. Describe one challenge and one part you enjoy.
  4. Finish with a short goal or reason the subject suits you.
Useful vocabulary & examples
career path
the direction of someone's working life or choice of profession

I was initially unsure about my career path.

financial stability
having a dependable level of income and financial security

My parents value the financial stability that a medical career can offer.

clinical placement
a period of practical learning in a healthcare setting

Clinical placements let students apply theoretical knowledge in practice.

a particular specialty
a specific area of professional focus, especially within medicine

I have not decided on a particular specialty yet.

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Band 7

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Band 6

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Band 5

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Band 4

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