Part 1 · · 18 samples

What is your favorite food?

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Plan your answer

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Ideas to explore

  • Describe a favourite food through its taste and texture, as this answer does with deliciousness and a crispy crust.
  • Explain variety by mentioning how ingredients or toppings can be combined.
  • Add a social reason, such as enjoying a dish with friends and family.

Suggested structure

  1. Name the food directly.
  2. Give a clear reason for liking it.
  3. Add a sensory detail about its texture or ingredients.
  4. Finish with a social or practical reason it appeals to you.
Useful vocabulary & examples
crispy crust
An outside layer of food that is pleasantly crisp.

I especially love the crispy crust.

versatile
Able to suit different uses, preferences, or combinations.

Pizza is delicious and versatile.

a balance of flavours
A pleasing combination in which different tastes work well together.

I like the balance of sauce and cheese.

a dish to share
A meal or food that people can enjoy together.

Pizza is a great dish to share with friends and family.

Sample answers

Band 4 sample

46 words · Source-reported band

Honestly speaking, I read a lot of books, because it's my favorite hobby. Recently, I finished "Okan Kuna" by Abdulah Sidran. Many people sing its praises. This book is about a lovely, actually, it's about a bookard, um, this book is about the life of a...

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Band 4 sample

20 words · Source-reported band

I love many kinds of food, but my favorite is pasta, which consists of noodles, sauce, meat, vegetables, and cheese.

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Band 4 sample

47 words · Source-reported band

Okay, let me tell you about my favorite fruit. This is a good topic. I like apples and pears. My favorite fruit has got vitamins and minerals. My dad buys fruit for us every week. My mom likes to eat fruit too. I like fruit a lot.

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