I learned so much from this book! I learned about different meditation techniques and some new ideas on how to define love. After reading this book, I felt in such a deep zen (relaxed) state.
IELTS Speaking: Talking About Reading
This topic might appear in any part of the IELTS Speaking test. You could be asked about personal habits, opinions, or social relevance of reading.
Useful Vocabulary
a page-turner, get into a book, be hooked on a story
fiction, non-fiction, a novel, a biography, an e-reader
skim through, read it cover to cover, curl up with a book
Example Questions
What kind of books do you enjoy reading?
Do you prefer paper books or reading on a screen?
Do you think children read less than they used to?
Sample Speaking Part 2 Prompt
Describe a book you have read that you would recommend. You should say:
what the book was about
when and where you read it
why you started reading it
and explain why you would recommend it
Tips
Name a real book and say what it made you feel. One specific title with an honest reaction sounds far better than general praise for reading.
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