Of course! This is a very common and high-frequency topic in IELTS Speaking Part 1 and Part 2. Let's break it down with vocabulary, sample answers, and key tips to help you score well.

核心词汇与短语 (Key Vocabulary & Phrases)

Types of Reading/Books:

• Fiction: (小说) e.g., science fiction (科幻小说), fantasy (奇幻小说), romance (爱情小说), historical fiction (历史小说), thriller/suspense (惊悚小说)
• Non-fiction: (非小说) e.g., biographies (传记), autobiographies (自传), history books (历史书), self-help books (自助书籍), science books (科学书籍), travel guides (旅游指南)
• Genres: (流派) genre, category, type

Verbs for Reading:

• To read: (泛指阅读) I like to read...
• To browse: (浏览) I often browse in bookshops.
• To skim: (略读) I skim articles online to get the main idea.
• To devour / to get lost in a book: (沉浸式阅读) I completely devoured that book in one weekend.
• To flick through: (快速翻阅) I was just flicking through a magazine.

Opinions & Feelings:

• Engrossing / Captivating / Absorbing: (引人入胜的)
• A page-turner: (让人停不下来的书)
• Thought-provoking: (引人深思的)
• Insightful: (富有洞察力的)
• Well-written / beautifully written: (文笔优美的)
• Dry / dull / tedious: (枯燥乏味的)
• It broadens my horizons: (开阔我的眼界)
• It transports me to another world: (它带我进入另一个世界)
• It helps me unwind / de-stress: (它帮我放松)

The Physical Book:

• Hardcover: (精装本)
• Paperback: (平装本)
• E-book / E-reader: (电子书/电子阅读器)
• Audiobook: (有声读物)
• The smell of old books: (旧书的味道)
• The weight of a book in my hands: (书在手里的分量感)

Part 1: 日常问题 (Common Part 1 Questions)

Question 1: Do you like reading?

• Sample Answer A (Positive):

  "Absolutely, I'm a big fan of reading. It's one of my favorite ways to unwind after a long day. I find it incredibly relaxing and it's a great escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life." (高分点: 直接回答 + 具体说明原因 + 使用高级词汇 "unwind", "hustle and bustle")

• Sample Answer B (Slightly Nuanced):

  "I used to be a voracious reader when I was younger, but these days I find I have less time for it. However, I do try to make time to read at least one book a month, usually before I go to sleep." (高分点: 承认变化 + 给出具体频率 + 使用高级词汇 "voracious")

  

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Question 2: What kind of books do you like to read?

• Sample Answer:

  "I'm quite drawn to non-fiction, particularly biographies and history books. I find it fascinating to learn about the lives of remarkable people or the events that have shaped our world. It really broadens my horizons. Occasionally, I'll read a science fiction novel for some light entertainment." (高分点: 具体说明类型 + 解释原因 + 使用相关词汇 "drawn to", "remarkable", "broadens my horizons")

Question 3: Do you prefer physical books or e-books?

• Sample Answer:

  "That's a great question. While I appreciate the convenience of e-books—you can carry a whole library in one device—I'm still a traditionalist at heart. There's something special about the smell of old books and the tactile experience of flipping through physical pages. It feels more immersive for me." (高分点: 比较两种方式 + 给出个人偏好 + 使用具体细节 "smell of old books", "tactile experience")

Question 4: When do you usually read?

• Sample Answer:

  "I usually read in the evenings, probably for about 30 minutes to an hour before I go to bed. It's my way of de-stressing and switching off from my phone and work. I find it helps me sleep better too." (高分点: 给出具体时间 + 解释习惯 + 使用相关词汇 "de-stress", "switching off")

Part 2: 个人陈述 (Cue Card)

Describe a book that you have recently read. You should say:

• What the book is
• When you read it
• What the book is about
• And explain why you liked or disliked it.

Sample Answer:

"I'd like to talk about a book I read a few months ago called Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari. It’s a non-fiction book that explores the entire history of the human race from the Stone Age to the modern day.

I actually bought it about a year ago but only found the time to properly read it during a two-week holiday I took last summer. I was looking for something thought-provoking to keep me engaged, and this book came highly recommended by a friend.

The book essentially argues that what has made Homo sapiens the dominant species is our unique ability to believe in and create shared myths—things like money, nations, religions, and laws. These "fictions," as the author calls them, have enabled large-scale cooperation, which has allowed us to build cities, empires, and complex societies. It covers everything from the Cognitive Revolution to the Agricultural Revolution and the Scientific Revolution, all in a very accessible and engaging way.

I absolutely loved this book for several reasons. Firstly, it was incredibly insightful. It challenged many of the assumptions I had about history and the world. The author's perspective was so fresh and thought-provoking that I found myself constantly pausing to reflect on what I had just read. Secondly, despite dealing with such a vast and complex topic, Harari’s writing is surprisingly clear and well-written. He has a knack for explaining difficult ideas in simple terms, which made it a real page-turner for me. It wasn't just a history lesson; it was a profound reflection on the future of humanity. It truly broadened my horizons and I would recommend it to anyone who is curious about the world we live in."

高分点解析:

1. 结构清晰: 按照 "What, When, About, Why" 的顺序展开，逻辑流畅。
2. 词汇丰富: 使用了 insightful, thought-provoking, well-written, page-turner, broadened my horizons 等高级词汇。
3. 细节具体: 提到了书名、作者、核心观点 ("shared myths")，让回答显得真实可信。
4. 个人感受深刻: 不仅说 "liked it"，而是解释了为什么喜欢（挑战了假设、文笔清晰、引发思考），展示了批判性思维能力。
5. 流畅自然: 使用了连接词 "Firstly," "Secondly," "It wasn't just... it was..."，使段落衔接自然。

Part 3: 深入讨论 (Follow-up Questions)

Examiner: "Do you think reading is more important for children than for adults?"

• Sample Answer:

  "I think reading is crucial for both, but it serves different purposes at different stages of life. For children, reading is absolutely fundamental. It's not just about learning language and vocabulary; it's also a way to develop their imagination, empathy, and critical thinking skills. Stories help them understand the world and navigate complex emotions.

  For adults, while reading is still vital, its role might shift more towards personal development and staying informed. Many adults read to learn new skills, gain different perspectives on current issues, or simply to de-stress. So, in a way, it's not that it's more important for one group over the other, but rather that the function of reading evolves as we grow older." (高分点: 辩证分析 + 对比儿童和成人的不同作用 + 使用抽象名词 "personal development", "staying informed")

Examiner: "With the rise of the internet and social media, do you think people are reading less these days?"

• Sample Answer:

  "That's a complex issue. On one hand, there's a valid concern that the constant stream of short-form content like social media posts and news headlines is shortening our attention spans and making us less inclined to sit down with a long, complex book