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Birthday (Part 1--IELTS Speaking)

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Birthday (Part 1--IELTS Speaking)

Question:
What do you usually do on your birthday?

Sample Answer 1:
Well, I usually kick back and relax on my birthday. Maybe treat myself to a fancy meal or hit up some cool spots around town. I like to take it easy and just enjoy the day. 

Sample Answer 2:
On my birthday, I usually go all out and have a blast! I'll party it up with friends and family, go out on the town, and let loose. It's my special day, so I like to make it memorable.

Noteworthy Vocabulary:
  • kick back (phrasal verb): to relax and take it easy
  • treat myself (idiom): to do something special or indulgent for oneself
  • hit up (phrasal verb): to visit or go to a place
  • cool spots (idiom): interesting or popular places
  • take it easy (idiom): to relax and not exert oneself
  • go all out (idiom): to do something to the fullest extent or with the greatest effort
  • have a blast (idiom): to have a great time, to enjoy oneself
  • party it up (phrasal verb): to part or celebrate in a lively manner
  • let loose (idiom): to relax and have fun without inhibitions
  • special day (idiom): a day that is significant or memorable for a particular reason
Question:
What did you do on your birthday when you were in school?

Sample Answer 1:
Well, on my birthday back in school, I hung out with my buddies and goofed around. We kicked back, watched movies, and pigged out on junk food all day long. It was a blast! 

Sample Answer 2:
Oh, I have fond and vivid memories of my birthdays back in school. The highlight of the experience for me always was that I got to dress to the nines -- I didn't have to come in the usual school uniform. After school, a few of my friends would usually come home with me. We pigged out on pizza, chowed down on cake, and topped it all off with some ice cream. They certainly were good old days.

Noteworthy Vocabulary:
  • dress to the nines: to dress very elegantly or fashionably
  • hang out: to spend time with friends in a casual setting
  • hit up: to go to or visit
  • pigged out: to eat a lot, especially junk food
  • chowed down: to eat a lot, usually quickly and enthusiastically
  • topped it all off: to finish something in a memorable or impressive way
  • an experience (birthday) to remember: an unforgettable experience usually a positive one
  • vivid memory: a recollection of a past event that is very clear and detailed
  • highlight of an experience: the most memorable or exciting part of an experience
  • good old days: this phrase refers to a nostalgic view of the past, often a time when things were simpler, happier, or better

Question:
Has the way you celebrate your birthday changed as you've grown older?

Sample Answer 1:
Absolutely! My birthday celebrations have evolved over the years. As I've gotten older, I've toned things down a bit and usually just have a few close friends over for dinner and drinks. We catch up, reminisce about old times, and have a good time without getting too crazy. 

Sample Answer 2:
You know, as I've grown older, my birthday celebrations have taken on a more low-key vibe. These days, I usually keep it simple and just spend quality time with my loved ones. We might hit up a fancy restaurant or go on a weekend trip, but it's always more about spending time together than partying it up like we used to.

Sample Answer 3:
Actually, the way I celebrate my birthday hasn't changed much over the years. I still like to go all out and have a big bash with all my friends and family. We usually hit up some cool spots in town, dance the night away, and just have a blast. Age is just a number, right?

Noteworthy Vocabulary:
  • Toned down: to make something less intense or extreme
  • Catch up: to talk and exchange news with someone about what has happened since the last time you saw each other
  • Reminisce: to talk or write about past events or experiences, especially in an enjoyable way
  • Without getting too crazy: without doing anything too wild or extreme
  • Low-key vibe: a relaxed and calm atmosphere, without much excitement or energy
  • Keep it simple: to make something uncomplicated and easy, without any unnecessary complexities or extravagance
  • Hit up: to go to or visit
  • Party it up: to have a lively and enjoyable time at a party or celebration 
  • All out: to do something to the fullest extent or with maximum effort
  • Big bash: a large and lively party or celebration
  • Cool spots: interesting or attractive places
  • Dance the night away: to dance for a long time, usually until late at night or early in the morning
  • Have a blast: to have a great time, to enjoy oneself
Question:
What birthday do you think is the most important birthday to celebrate for the people of your country?

Sample Answer 1:
For the people of my country, I would say that the 18th birthday is the most important one to celebrate. It marks the transition from childhood to adulthood and is a time when young people are filled with zeal and enthusiasm for their future. Many families throw elaborate parties to mark this milestone, and it's a time when young people are encouraged to pursue their dreams and aspirations. 

Sample Answer 2:
In my opinion, the most important birthday to celebrate in my country is the 50th birthday. This is a major milestone that marks half a century of life, and it's a time when people reflect on their accomplishments. It's commonly known as the golden jubilee and the party is more often than not a family affair.

Sample Answer 3:
In my country, the first birthday is often celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm, as it marks the completion of the first year of a child's life. It's a special occasion for parents, who often throw big parties with family and friends, showering the child with gifts and blessings. It's a joyous time and sets the tone for future birthday celebrations to come.

Sample Answer 4:
While every birthday is important, in my country, the fifth birthday holds a special place in our hearts. It's a time when a child is old enough to start school and take on new responsibilities. It's a milestone that's celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm, often with a big party or special outing with family and friends. It's a time when parents reflect on their child's growth and achievements and look forward to the years ahead.

Noteworthy Vocabulary:
  • Transition: a process or period of changing from one state or condition to another
  • Elaborate: detailed, complex, and thorough
  • Pursue: to actively work towards achieving something
  • Milestone: an important event or achievement that marks a significant stage or point in something
  • Reflect: to think deeply or carefully about something
  • Joyous: full of happiness, pleasure, or delight
  • Sets the tone: to establish or create a particular atmosphere, mood, or attitude that will continue in the future
  • Showering: to give someone an abundance or profusion of something 
  • Hold a special place: to have a special or significant meaning or importance
  • Take on: to assume or undertake a new role, responsibility, or task

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