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 5 sample

37 words · Source-reported band

Oh, I really like spicy foods, and I really like a fish like tuna in there. Concerning bank, it's tasty. It's healthy, and it gives me a perfect ability to be fit and feel good about myself.

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Band 5 sample

54 words · Source-reported band

I don't have any specific favorite food. I prefer different types of cuisine in my usual life. So I really like cooking at home. It's cheap and helps me to eat healthy and control my diet, choose my meals, and regulate my nutrition system. Usually, I opt for vegetables and fruits. I prefer these.

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Band 5 sample

44 words · Source-reported band

I'm asked what my favorite movie is, um, I don't know. I don't have a specific hidden gem of a movie. I prefer watching films that are serious and have essence and a significant message for society, giving people the ability to understand something.

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