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Sample topic Describe a time you moved to a new home/school
When you moved
Where you moved
Why you moved
And how you felt about it
To be honest, I've never really lived anywhere outside my own house - the same house since I was born, up until last year when I had to move because I was starting university in another city. I was very excited back then, so without delay, I searched for rented apartments at an affordable cost and prepared to move in a rush. The place I moved to was actually not that close to my university. To be precise, it’s at least 3 km away from my block. The road to school is still a chore, not to mention traffic jams in rush hours. However, I never regretted staying here. The apartment is great, fully furnished, not exactly new, but very clean and spacious. The best advantage is that rent-wise and maintenance expenses are actually cheaper than other apartments I found in the same area. The block is located in quite a remote place, pretty far from the center of the city. However, there are still grocery, stationery and other essential products in close vicinity. Another plus is that there’s a hospital that’s only five minutes' walk from the block. The most special feature this place has is a flower garden and an overall greenery atmosphere. There really are not many places in this city where one can get away from the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the sound of birds chirping every morning. Overall, it was an unbelievable experience living in this new apartment, so much that I often feel grateful for the opportunity.
Vocabulary related to the theme Narrate an occasion you transitioned to a different residence/educational institution
Từ vựng | Ví dụ |
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Rented apartment (n): căn hộ cho thuê rented (adj) /ˈrentɪd/: (được) thuê apartment (n) /əˈpɑːtmənt/: căn hộ | She bought a house since she didn’t like living in rented apartments. |
affordable (adj) /əˈfɔːdəbl/: có thể đáp ứng được | The only affordable apartment I can find is 5km from here. |
block (n) /blɒk/: tòa nhà | My block is just around the corner. |
spacious (adj) /ˈspeɪʃəs/: rộng rãi | Despite the look, the room is actually surprisingly spacious. |
maintenance (n) /ˈmeɪntənəns/: bảo trì | The maintenance cost is getting higher lately. |
vicinity (n) /vəˈsɪnəti/: phạm vi xung quanh | There isn’t any restaurant in the close vicinity it seems. |
Hustle (n) /ˈhʌsl/ - hustle and bustle: sự ồn ào náo nhiệt (của một thành phố) | I can’t seem to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. |
Sample for IELTS Speaking Part 3
What motivates individuals to relocate to a new residence?
There can be a lot of reasons why people move to a new home. But I think people most commonly move for jobs, education or just to rediscover themselves. For example University students leave home to better facilitate their study, workers move for a dream job in another city or somebody simply wants to travel around to explore - both the world and themselves. Also, people tend to relocate when they think their living environment has become more dangerous - for example people in Afghanistan when the Taliban force surged back to power.
What challenges do individuals encounter post-relocation? How do they address these challenges?
Home-sick, definitely. They are leaving your old home behind after all, and that includes their house, their relationships, and the origin of many of their memories. Aside from that, it would depend on the place they are moving to. If they are moving to a new place with a different culture, they might face a culture shock. I don’t think there is a definite way to solve these kind of problem, people would just have to slowly get used to it.
What are the pros and cons of residing in the same location?
I believe residing in one location offers a significant advantage in fostering a strong sense of community. Human connections contribute to happiness, yet maintaining these connections becomes challenging with frequent relocations. By settling in one place, individuals have the opportunity to truly know the people around them. Additionally, the substantial expenses associated with moving make staying in the same location a form of financial prudence.
Conversely, the primary drawback is the limited exposure to diverse experiences that frequent travel provides. Prolonged stays in one area may lead to feelings of monotony and boredom. In such cases, relocation offers an avenue to explore new horizons and encounter fresh faces, potentially revitalizing one's life.
Is it beneficial to frequently relocate to new places? Why?
I disagree. Firstly, relocating incurs significant expenses, which could be burdensome for individuals who do so frequently. Secondly, moving necessitates reintegrating into a new community, leaving behind established connections and acquaintances. Personally, I find it emotionally challenging to part with belongings during moves, as each item holds sentimental value. Therefore, the decision-making process involved in relocating is often accompanied by emotional distress.
