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What do you like to do in your spare time?
Well, my favourite thing to do in my free time is to go indoor climbing. I go climbing at least three
times a week, and I’ve been rather obsessed with it for the last decade. One of the reasons I like
climbing so much is that it’s good for your body and mind, but it’s also fun and sociable at the same
time. I’ve met a lot of my best friends through climbing.

Useful language
I’m really into… [activity] at the moment
“I'm really into photography at the moment.”

It allows me to… [activity] while… [another activity]

“It allows me to exercise while spending time with my friends.”

Lately, I’ve been spending more time… [verb+ing]

“Lately, I've been spending more time learning Spanish.”

I’ve been [activity] for the last [time]

“I’ve been rock climbing twice a week for the last 6 months.”

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What public transport facilities are there in your city?
Well, we’ve got a bus system - although it tends be quite slow and crowded. There’s also a tram line.
The trams are modern and comfortable, but they only really go from the city centre to the airport.
Finally, there are trains, but these are used more for long journeys rather than inner-city travel.

Useful language
Well-connected
Covers many areas, making travel easy between different places.
“The transport system is well-connected, so you can easily travel across the city.”

Punctual
Always on time.
“Trains here are very punctual; they rarely run late.”

Affordable
Not too expensive.
“Public transport is affordable, making it accessible for everyone.”

Modern
Using new technology or updated features.
“The transport system is very modern, with digital screens and contactless payment.”

Crowded
Too many people, making it uncomfortable.
“The metro is always crowded during rush hour.”

Poorly maintained
Not well taken care of; often broken or in bad condition.
“Some buses are poorly maintained, with broken seats and dirty floors.”

Unreliable
Not consistent; often late or not functioning properly.
“The bus service is quite unreliable; sometimes it doesn’t show up at all.”

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Which is your favourite room in your home?
Hmm, which is my favourite room? Probably, the living room. I’ve got a spacious living room with lots
of sofas and a projector for watching films. I like to spend my evenings there as it’s a comfortable
space with relaxed lighting that helps me to unwind before going to sleep.

Useful language
Spacious
Having a lot of space.
“The living room is spacious, so it’s perfect for hosting guests.”

Neat and organised

Clean and arranged in a tidy way.
“My office is neat and organised, which helps me concentrate better.”

Minimalist and calming

Simple and without too many decorations, making it peaceful.
“The minimalist and calming design of my bedroom helps me feel less stressed.”

It’s the perfect place to… [activity]

“It’s the perfect place to read and unwind.”

I always feel… [adjective] when I’m in this room.

“I always feel comfortable and relaxed when I’m in this room.”

It has a really [adjective] atmosphere.

“It has a really cosy atmosphere, especially in the winter.”

It’s the ideal space for… [activity]

“It’s the ideal space for doing yoga in the morning.”

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Tell me about the house or apartment you live in.
Well, I live in a beautiful old apartment on the outskirts of Edinburgh. It’s a relatively large apartment,
which I share with my partner. There are two bedrooms, a living room and an open-plan kitchen-
which is where I spend most of my time.

Useful vocabulary

Describing your home: Describing who you live with:

a beautiful old apartment I share with my partner/ my wife and children/
a spacious house two flatmates/ another university student.
a small flat I live alone.
a tiny apartment I share a flat with three other students.
a relatively large apartment I stay at home with my parents.
a modern and stylish apartment I live in my school dormitory.
a small and cosy flat I stay in student halls of residence.
a bright and cheerful home

Describing the location of your home: Describing the layout of your home:
on the outskirts of my city There are two bedrooms, a living room and an
in the centre open-plan kitchen.
in a residential neighbourhood I have a spacious dining room.
on the east side I have a comfortable living room.
There’s a small balcony overlooking the main street.

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Have you always lived in the same town or city?

Yes, actually. I was born and raised No actually, I’ve moved around a lot throughout my life.
in London. I’ve lived in a few I was born in London, grew up in Edinburgh, and
different homes, but I’ve always worked in Barcelona, Shanghai and Dublin. Now, I’m
stayed in London. I have no plans to living back in Edinburgh, and I plan to stay here for the
leave in the foreseeable future. foreseeable future.

Useful vocabulary

Born and raised

An idiom that means that you lived somewhere from infanthood through adolescence.
“I was born and raised in London.”

Foreseeable future
As far into the future as you can imagine or plan for.
“I have no plans to leave in the foreseeable future.”
“I plan to stay here for the foreseeable future.”

Move around
Live in or travel to many different places over a period of time, meaning frequent changes in residence
or location, suggesting a lifestyle or career that involves multiple relocations.
“I’ve moved around a lot throughout my life.”

Grow up
Become an adult.
“I was born in London, grew up in Edinburgh, and worked in Barcelona, Shanghai and Dublin.”

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