Part 1 · · 18 samples

Where do you live?

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Ideas to explore

  • Describe your home by giving its location and type.
  • Add one concrete detail about the home, such as its number of bedrooms or whether it is in a high-rise.
  • Explain a personal benefit of the location, such as being close to school.

Suggested structure

  1. State where you live.
  2. Describe the type and size of your home.
  3. Mention one feature you especially like.
  4. Connect that feature to a practical benefit in your daily life.
Useful vocabulary & examples
in central Chennai
in the central area of Chennai

I live in central Chennai, close to my school.

a high-rise apartment
an apartment in a tall building with many floors

My family lives in a high-rise apartment.

on the same road as
located along the same street or road as something

My apartment is on the same road as my school.

convenient for me
easy and practical for my needs

Living near school is very convenient for me.

Sample answers

Band 8 sample

41 words · Source-reported band

I live in a small city called Banias, which is located on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi. It's about 25 miles away from the city center. I like living there because it's a very quiet community where everyone knows each other.

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Band 8 sample

31 words · Source-reported band

Currently, I reside in Ankara, the capital city of Turkey. It's a fascinating and bustling metropolis, known for its large population. However, there are certain challenges that need to be addressed.

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Band 8 sample

28 words · Source-reported band

I live in Karachi, which is the largest city in Pakistan. Although I'm originally from a small town in Punjab province, I've been living in Karachi since 2010.

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