Work

Sources: NgocBach Q1 2022, NgocBach Q1 2024, NgocBach Q3

Part 1 — Questions (0 total)

No Part 1 questions mapped from by-source files.

Part 2 — Cue Cards (7 total)

Cue card 1

Source: NgocBach Q1 2022

Describe a good service you received (company or store/shop)

You should say: - What the service was - When you received it - Who you were with - And how you felt about it

Part 3 follow-up questions: 1. What do you think of the relationship between companies and customers? 2. As a customer, what kinds of services would you expect to receive from a company? 3. What kinds of jobs involve coping with the public? 4. Why should companies react quickly when customers have difficulties?

Cue card 2

Source: NgocBach Q1 2022

Describe a person you know who does a job which is useful to society

You should say: - Who this person is - How you knew him/her - What type of work he/she does - And explain why you think his/her work is useful to the society

Part 3 follow-up questions: 1. What jobs are well-paid? 2. What are the changes in working conditions? 3. What are the? 2. impacts of the epidemic on the work environment?

Cue card 3

Source: NgocBach Q1 2024

Describe an impressive work of art (such as a painting) you saw

You should say: - Where did you first see the artist - What the painting is about - Who the painter is - And explain why do you enjoy it?

Part 3 follow-up questions: 1. What are the differences between painting and drawing? 2. Why do some people keep a painting for a long time? 3. How does building style affect people’s lives? 4. Should children learn to draw? 5. What is the meaning of what they draw? What do they often draw? 6. Should they learn to draw at school? How do young people share art? Do you need an artistic? 7. atmosphere at home?

Cue card 4

Source: NgocBach Q1 2024

Describe a job you would not like to do.

You should say: - What the job is? - How you know about this job? - How easy or difficult the job is? - And explain why you would not like to do this job?

Part 3 follow-up questions: 1. How do you think AI (artificial intelligene) will affect people’s work? 2. What would you say are the important factors to consider when choosing a career? 3. That technology will make some people lose their jobs. How do you think this problem should? 4. be handled? 5. Is it common in your country for people to move to other cities because of work?

Cue card 5

Source: NgocBach Q1 2024

Describe a peson who is good at teamwork

You should say: - What team he/she joined - What work he/she did - What his/her role was - And explain what makes him/her a good member of that team - Rounding-off questions: - What do other people in the team think about him/her?

Part 3 follow-up questions: 1. How do other people in your team think he is? 2. What do you think are the characteristics of a good leader? 3. What happens if you don’t have a good leader? 4. Why do some people not like teamwork? 5. Do you think young people are suitable for teamwork?

Cue card 6

Source: NgocBach Q1 2024

Describe a time when you helped someone (you worked or studied with)

You should say: - Who you helped - Why you helped him/her - How you helped him/her - And explain how you felt about the experience

Part 3 follow-up questions: 1. Should people be very kind when they help others? 2. Should children be taugh to be kind to others? 3. How do you compare kindness with other qualities?

Cue card 7

Source: NgocBach Q3

Describe an interesting job that you want to have in the future

You should say: - What it is - How you can find this job - What qualities it requires - Explain why it is a well-paid job - Why you think you will be good at it

Part 3 follow-up questions: 1. Do you think job satisfaction is more important than salary when choosing a job?? 2. What skills do you think are needed to get a job nowadays?? 3. Do you think women should be able to do all the same jobs that men do?? 4. How has technology changed the way we work?? 5. What is the difference between white collar and blue collar jobs??

Part 3 — Discussion Questions (31 total)

What do you think of the relationship between companies and customers?
As a customer, what kinds of services would you expect to receive from a company?
What kinds of jobs involve coping with the public?
Why should companies react quickly when customers have difficulties?
What jobs are well-paid? 2. What are the changes in working conditions? 3. What are the?
impacts of the epidemic on the work environment?
What are the differences between painting and drawing?
Why do some people keep a painting for a long time?
How does building style affect people’s lives?
Should children learn to draw?
What is the meaning of what they draw? What do they often draw?
Should they learn to draw at school? How do young people share art? Do you need an artistic?
atmosphere at home?
How do you think AI (artificial intelligene) will affect people’s work?
What would you say are the important factors to consider when choosing a career?
That technology will make some people lose their jobs. How do you think this problem should?
be handled?
Is it common in your country for people to move to other cities because of work?
How do other people in your team think he is?
What do you think are the characteristics of a good leader?
What happens if you don’t have a good leader?
Why do some people not like teamwork?
Do you think young people are suitable for teamwork?
Should people be very kind when they help others?
Should children be taugh to be kind to others?
How do you compare kindness with other qualities?
Do you think job satisfaction is more important than salary when choosing a job??
What skills do you think are needed to get a job nowadays??
Do you think women should be able to do all the same jobs that men do??
How has technology changed the way we work??
What is the difference between white collar and blue collar jobs??

Generated Practice Questions

Additional IELTS-style questions for practice (generated from topic themes).

Part 1 (5 questions)

Do you work or are you a student?
What do you enjoy about your job or studies?
Would you like to change your job in the future?
Do you prefer working alone or in a team?
What skills are important for your job?

Part 2 — Cue Cards (2 cards)

Cue card 1

Describe a job you would like to do in the future

You should say: - what the job is - what skills it requires - why it interests you - and explain why you would be good at it

Part 3 follow-up questions: 1. Is it better to stay in one company for life or change jobs regularly? 2. What are the advantages and risks of self-employment? 3. How should governments help unemployed people? 4. Has technology changed the way people work?

Cue card 2

Describe your ideal working environment

You should say: - what kind of workplace it would be - who you would work with - what facilities it would have - and explain why this environment appeals to you

Part 3 follow-up questions: 1. What makes a good employer? 2. Should companies offer flexible working hours? 3. How important is work-life balance?

Part 3 — Discussion (4 questions)

Will robots replace many jobs in the future?
Should the minimum wage be increased?
Is job satisfaction more important than salary?
How can workers adapt to a changing job market?

Sample Answers Band 6.5–7.0

Part 1 — Work

1. Are you interested in jobs and careers?

Yes, to some extent. I would not say I am an expert, but jobs and careers affects daily life, so I find it worth thinking about. For example, when I read news or talk with friends, this topic often comes up naturally.

2. Is jobs and careers important in your country?

Yes, definitely. In my country, jobs and careers matters because it influences families, young people, and the wider community. It may not be something people discuss every day, but it has a real impact on quality of life.

3. Has jobs and careers changed in recent years?

Yes, quite a lot. Technology, education, and modern lifestyles have changed the way people think about jobs and careers. Older people may have more traditional views, while younger people tend to be more open and practical.

4. Do young people care about jobs and careers?

I think many young people do care, especially when it affects their future directly. However, they may express interest through social media or online discussions rather than traditional conversations.

Part 2 — Cue card sample

A job i would not like to do

I would like to talk about a job I would not like to do, which is closely connected to jobs and careers.

I first became aware of it a few years ago, and since then it has stayed in my mind because it reflects both the positive and negative sides of modern life.

The positive side is that it shows the value of job satisfaction, learning, and work-life balance. This is important because people often need practical examples, not just abstract ideas, to understand a topic clearly.

At the same time, it also reminds me of the problem of stress, automation, and job insecurity. That makes the topic more complex, because there is rarely a perfect solution.

Overall, I find it meaningful because it helps me think more deeply about society and my own choices. If I had to summarise my feeling, I would say it is both interesting and relevant to everyday life.

Part 3 — Discussion

1. Why is jobs and careers important?

It is important because it affects individuals and society at the same time. For example, job satisfaction, learning, and work-life balance can improve peoples quality of life, while stress, automation, and job insecurity can create long-term problems. That is why this topic deserves more attention from both citizens and governments.

2. What are the advantages related to jobs and careers?

The main advantages are connected to job satisfaction, learning, and work-life balance. If this area is managed well, people can benefit through better opportunities, more convenience, and a higher standard of living. It can also help communities become more organised and forward-thinking.

3. What are the disadvantages or risks?

The biggest risk is stress, automation, and job insecurity. If people ignore this issue, it can lead to social pressure, inequality, or environmental damage depending on the situation. In my view, the negative side should not be exaggerated, but it should be taken seriously.

4. What should governments do about jobs and careers?

Governments should create clear policies, invest in public education, and make sure rules are enforced fairly. For example, they can fund useful programmes and raise public awareness. However, government action alone is not enough; individuals also need to change their habits.

5. Do you think jobs and careers will change in the future?

Yes, I think it will continue to change, mainly because of technology, globalisation, and younger generations. People are becoming more aware of both benefits and risks. In the future, I expect more practical solutions rather than simple arguments for or against it.

6. Do older and younger people think differently about jobs and careers?

Yes, in many cases. Older people may value tradition, stability, and personal experience, while younger people are often influenced by online information and global trends. Neither side is completely right or wrong; the best approach is to combine experience with fresh ideas.