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Do you like taking photos?

IELTS Speaking Part 1 · Focused answer practice · Updated 2026-08-13

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IELTS Speaking Part 1 question

Do you like taking photos?

Answer once without reading a script. Listen back, compare the two model levels, then record a more precise second attempt.

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Band 6 and Band 7 model answers

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Do you like taking photos?

Band 6 model

Yes, I like taking photos. I usually use my phone to take pictures of friends, food or places I visit. It helps me keep memories and I sometimes share them online. I'm not an expert, but I enjoy it.

Speaking criteria note: The Band 7 answer gives reasons, uses a wider range of vocabulary (e.g. "freeze a moment"), and links ideas with more complex sentences.
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Answer directly, give a reason and add one natural personal detail.

Answer directly in the first sentence, add one personal reason or detail, and stop naturally after two or three connected sentences.

Check the four IELTS Speaking scoring criteria, then record again without copying the model wording.

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