PART 1
WATCHES
ANSWERS
Do you wear a watch?
(Answer 1)
Yes, I do! I have an automatic and a mechanical watch. I got my automatic watch as a graduation gift from my parents when I attained (obtained) my undergraduate degree, while I got the mechanical one when I was promoted to a better position in my previous company. These two watches of mine have a significant meaning in my life.
(Answer 2)
Not at all, I really don’t need to wear one as I have my mobile phone to check the time every now and then (from time to time). For me, watches nowadays are already outdated (out of date; obsolete) since people are too dependent on using their smartphones in terms of (with regard to; concerning to) checking the time since it’s more convenient or handy.
Have you ever gotten a watch as a gift?
(Answer 1)
As I’ve said, my parents gifted me with an automatic watch several years ago. I really treasure that watch because it’s somehow a representation of my parents’ love for me. Not only that, but it also represents my success. I can’t imagine losing this watch, so I’m really doing my best to take good care of it.
(Answer 2)
Unfortunately, I haven’t gotten one. I would really love to get a watch from someone; however, most of the time I receive a tie, a handkerchief, a bag, or car accessories when I celebrate my birthday. Perhaps I’ll gift myself a watch next birthday.
Why do some people wear expensive watches?
(Answer 1)
Well, a watch is a status symbol, so some people want to wear one because they want others to know their status in society. This is common among businessmen because they want other people whom they do business with to know that they are dignified, believable, or trustworthy, because we can’t deny the fact that in society whoever looks expensive will get the highest respect.
(Answer 2)
I’m not sure about it. I guess they wear those expensive watches simply because they want to accessorize (complement with a fashion accessory) themselves for them to look good, or maybe some of them just want to show off (display something that is a source of pride) their possessions. Whatever their reason is, I don’t really care because I’m not crazy about watches.
Do you think it is important to wear a watch?
(Answer 1)
Honestly, in today’s generation, I feel like watches are outdated since a lot of people are now so dependent on their smartphones when they want to check the time. I’m actually one of them! Although I have different watches, I don’t wear them every single day because I have a phone that I can use when I need to know the time.
(Answer 2)
I think it’s not as important as before. Nowadays, we have smartphones that we can use if we want to check the time, which is incredibly convenient. I think wearing a watch in this computer-dependent generation is not a must. It’s just for fashion!
What kinds of watches do you like to wear?
Well, as I’ve just said, I don’t wear any watches nowadays; however, back when watches were still a necessity for mankind and smartphones had not yet been invented, I used to wear automatic watches. I was really into that type since I didn’t need to bother myself changing its batteries. As you know, automatic watches, especially top-quality ones, continue to run without batteries or external power.
LEXICAL RESOURCE
Back when [phrase] – another way to say ‘in the past’
Necessity [noun] – an indispensable thing; an important thing
Mankind [noun] – human beings
Automatic watch [noun] – also called self-winding watch; the natural motion of the wearer provides energy to run the watch
External power [noun] – refers to batteries or charger
Tip 1: If you want to reiterate what you’ve previously said, use the expressions: ‘As /Like I’ve said/mentioned’. These expressions really come in handy whenever the questions are repetitive or similar and need ‘same answer’ as you’ve previously stated.
Tip 2: The question asks ‘what type’, so you have to mention a kind of watch like what the speaker does. He said ‘automatic watch’, this is really the answer to the question ‘what type’.
Tip 3: In order for the speaker to showcase his language skills, he gives the basic definition of what an automatic watch is. This is a very good way to make his answer more descriptive.
What was your first watch like?
If my memory serves me right, my first ever watch was an analog watch, and it was made of plastic. I got it as a present when I turned 5. There was Elmo’s face from the children’s show Sesame Street on the dial or the face of that watch. Besides, the color of the strap was red, obviously because Elmo’s color is red.
LEXICAL RESOURCE
If my memory serves me right [expression] – used to say that you think you have remembered something correctly. Can also be: if my memory serves me well/correctly
Analog watch [noun] – a type of watch in which the display is not digital but rather analog with a traditional clock face
The dial/the face [noun] – a part of an analog watch or clock that displays the time
Strap or watch strap [noun] – a watch bracelet that straps the wristwatch onto the wrist, usually made of leather or plastic
Grammar:
Made of vs made from: We use ‘made of’ when an object consists of a material that has not changed in any way, while ‘made from’ is used when the material of an object has significantly changed in the process of making the object.
Examples: The table is made of wood. The cake is made from flour, eggs, milk, butter, and sugar.
Tip 1: When you are asked something that happened a long time ago, use the expression ‘if my memory serves me right’ when you start your answer. A very good way to get a good mark in the criterion, Lexical Resource/Vocabulary.
Tip 2: The question is asking about the first watch you had, so give the type of watch, like ‘analog’ or ‘digital’. Then add details of it, like the way the speaker describes his watch in the sample answer.
Do people in your country still wear watches?
I’m not entirely sure about this; I reckon some people here in my country are still fanatic about watches, most especially the old generation, since they are accustomed to checking the time through watches. However, some people, like the young, I rarely see them wearing one, which I believe is because of the popularity of smartphones.
LEXICAL RESOURCE
I reckon [expression] – another way to say ‘I think’; this is used to express uncertainty
Fanatic [adj.] [noun] – having so much interest in something; a person who is interested in something
Accustomed [adj.] – familiar with something; get used to
Tip 1: When you are not sure how to answer the question, you can be honest and use the expressions ‘I’m not entirely sure’, ‘I reckon’, ‘I guess’…you don’t need to be accurate oftentimes in the IELTS Speaking exam. The most important thing that you need to remember is to be able to express your thoughts with the correct use of the English language.
Tip 2: When you are not sure or when you answer ‘It depends on …’ always explain two certain things to show comparison. Like in the sample answer, the speaker talks about the old and the young generation about their attitudes toward wearing watches, and that makes his answer clearer and better.
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