口语Part1范文：PREFERENCES (2)

HOBBIES
68. Do you have a hobby? ( 5 - 8 )
Yes, I’m interestedin stamp collecting. I have been collecting stamps for two years. I regularlyspend time on my collection, about two hours every week. This is mainly overweekends, as I do not have time during the week.
69. Why have you chosen this hobby? ( 5 - 6 )
Stamps provide rich knowledge. For example, the stamps from other countriesoften tell something about the countries and their people.
69. Why have you chosen this hobby? ( 7 - 8 )
The hobby provides fun as well as knowledge. First of all, when you collectstamps, you are able to learn more about the world, and you will not be boredeasily. What I mean to say is that you can get stamps from every country in theworld, and the stamps from other countries often tell something about thecountries and their people. Another reason is that you are able to meet newfriends through your hobby. If you have a common interest with someone else,then you can discuss your collections together for many hours and it’s easy forboth of you to become friends. One more thing, the hobby will teach you some self-disciplineand how to be very systematic. That is to say, you have to arrange yourcollections regularly, which cultivates your habit of being systematic.
70. What are good hobbies, and what are bad hobbies? ( 5 - 8 )
In my opinion, good hobbies are those that give you the opportunity to developa new skill. For example, collecting stamps teaches you how to be systematic.Bad hobbies, on the other hand, may make you lose the opportunity. For example,TV and computer games will waste a lot of your time, so you don’t have time andenergy to do develop other skills.
g) COLORS
71. What color do you like? Why? ( 5 - 6 )
I prefer red. In China, red is associated with life and good luck. Atraditional Chinese bride wears something red on her wedding day, such as herwedding gown and handkerchief used to cover her head, in the hope that it willbring her and her bridegroom some luck in future.
71. What color do you like? Why? ( 7 - 8 )
If I had to describe my favorite color, I would choose yellow. Many artists areknown to use yellow in their paintings. For example, Vincent van Gogh is famousfor the yellow sunflowers in some of his paintings. Many countries have yellowin their national flags. For example, South Africa has a broad yellow band intheir newly designed flag. This symbolizes the energy and warmth to be found inthe nation.
71. What color do you like? Why? ( 7 - 8 )
Yellow is my favorite color. First of all, to me, yellow symbolizes the sun.What I mean to say is that it reminds me of energy and warmth. Secondly, yellowis a bright color as apposed to dull colors like brown and gray. For instance,brown and gray usually make me feel depressed. Lastly, I would like to mentionthat yellow is a practical color. That is to say, you can wear yellow with almostany color, and it does not get dirty too easily.
72. Do colors have some symbolic meaning in China? ( 5 - 8 )
Yes, colors certainly have a lot of meaning in China. Please allow me toexplain. Firstly, it is significant that the national flag of China has a redbackground. Red is symbolic, for example, of a vibrant life, which we believeare one of the dominant characteristics of the country and its people. It alsosignifies good luck, so a bride would wear some red on her wedding day. Inaddition, I think that yellow has a specific meaning to Chinese people. Forexample, we believe that it symbolizes the energy radiated by the sun, which inturn is the primary source of life. In addition, however, it also signifies theobscene, as apposed to blue in the most of the western cultures. For example,here a ‘blue movie’, would be called a ‘yellow movie’. Lastly, I think thatwhite has a special meaning to us. To be more specific, in times of sadness andmourning, we use white to express our feelings, as apposed to black in most ofthe western cultures.
h) SHOPPING
73. Do you like / enjoy shopping? ( 5 - 6 )
Yes, I love shopping. I like to go to the shops and see what they have tooffer. I browse around and compare the prices before a buy something. Secondly,I do the shopping of all our household needs. I love to find out about any newproducts on the market and how they can possibly make my life easier.
73. Do you like / enjoy shopping? ( 7 - 8 )
No, I hate shopping. Please allow me to explain. Firstly, shopping is the mostbasic activity in a capitalistic society. What I mean to say is that somebodyhas a product which they would like you to buy from them whether you reallyneed it or not. They lure you into their shops and malls by advertising theirgoods on TV and in the newspapers. They only tell you about the positiveaspects of their product, but would never mention the disadvantages. This youhave to find out for yourself, usually after you have bought the product.
i) MOVIES
74. Do you often go to the cinema? ( 5 - 6 )
Yes, I go to the cinema as often as possible. I usually go with some friends towatch the latest action movies or comedies. We have a great time when ourfavorite star is playing a lead role in the movie.
74. Do you often go to the cinema? ( 7 - 8 )
Yes, I go to the cinema as often as possible. I believe that films are awonderful form of art. In films there are a wide range of genres ranging fromcomedy and drama, to horror and science fiction. For example, recently I haveseen the movie ‘Titanic’, which has been described as the most expensive filmever made. The extent to which the producers attended to the details of theoriginal ship was astounding. Another example would be the thriller ‘Silence ofthe Lambs’ with my favorite actor Anthony Hopkins playing the leading role. Ithad me on the edge of my seat for most of the time.
75. Do you often go to the theater? ( 5 - 8 )
No. I have never been to the theater. It is too expensive for me. I prefer togo to the cinema. Secondly, I believe that the theater is boring. What I meanto say is that the actors are on the same stage the whole time. I cannot seehow that can be as exciting as a good movie.
76. What kinds of movies do you like best? ( 5 - 8 )
I like comedies. First of all, comedies are of great fun. What I mean is that Ihave a good laugh while watching them. Secondly, comedies seldom containviolent scenes. For instance, you would not easily find murders, shooting,fighting, and so on in a comedy. Lastly, comedies often contain excellentacting by famous stars. For example, Robbie Williams in ‘Mrs. Doubtfire’ isconsidered one of the most extraordinary performances ever by an actor.
77. Who is your favorite movie star? Describe him / her. ( 5 - 8 )
My favorite movie star is Jackie Cheng. He is handsome and very funny. Healways has a smile on his face, and never seems to be worried about thesituations that he finds himself in.
j) MUSIC
78. Do you like music? ( 5 - 8 )
78. Do you think music is important? ( 5 - 8 )
Yes, I like music very much. I cannot imagine what my life would be likewithout music. Firstly, I believe music plays an important part in people’slives. We can use it to sooth our minds after a hard day at work, or it canprovide us with the rhythm to dance to.
79. What kind of music do you enjoy most? ( 5 - 8 )
I like pop music very much. First of all, pop music is lively, and suits me atmy age. What I mean to say is that us youngsters like to listen to music thatfits in with the way we feel Secondly, usually has a good rhythm. For instance,it is suitable for us to dance on. Lastly, pop music is simple to understand.That is to say, I like it because it is not difficult to understand, and ithelps me to relax after I have been studying hard for some time.
80. How long do you listen to music everyday? ( 5 - 8 )
Oh, let me think for a while. I guess I listen to music for about half an hourevery day. I would, for example, listen when I get home from school, or in theevenings before I go to bed. On weekends, however, I listen to music much more.For example, I would invite my best friend over to my place, and we wouldlisten to our favorite CD’s for a few hours at a time.
k) TRAVELLING
81. Do you like traveling? ( 5 - 6 )
Yes, I like traveling. Firstly, I believe that traveling is always educational.What I mean to say is that the people that you meet along the way are usuallyinteresting. Secondly, I wish I were able to travel more. For example, I havenot traveled to a foreign country yet.
82. How do you usually travel? ( 5 - 8 )
In China I like to travel by train. Allow me to explain. Firstly, when I travelby train I am able to see more of China. In addition, the trains in China areconvenient and comfortable. For example, I can travel to any city, and I amable to sleep on the train. Lastly, traveling on a train is a social event aswell. For example, one can chat with other passengers about where they aregoing, and why they are traveling.
83. Where have you traveled to lately? ( 5 - 8 )
I traveled to Dalian last month. My parents and I traveled there by train. Wewent to see my grandmother who has been ill lately. I enjoyed the trip as Ihave not been to Dalian before. Moreover, the city has left me a deepimpression for its fresh air and clean environment.
84. What kind of places do you like to visit? ( 5 - 8 )
I like to visit places where there is a lot of entertainment. For example, Idon’t like it when we go and visit my grandparents in the countryside. Theylive on a farm and don’t even have a computer for me to play on. I hope theplaces I go to have coffee shops and theaters at least.

l) Time

85. What do you think of time?

To me, time is my competitor. I always have a lot of things to do and alot of dreams to fulfill, so I have to run against time and do my things asfast as possible. That’s why I consider time my competitor.

86. How do you think of being late?

It is quite rude to be late. Generally, people who don’t show up on timeare considered impolite. Moreover, they show disrespect to others becauseothers have to wait for them.

87. How do you feel if you are late? How will others feel?

I will feel quite sorry for those who have to wait for me. I may also havethe feeling of being embarrassed and shameful. Whenever I show up late, I mustapologize sincerely to others. Of course, I have few chances to do so becausegenerally I am always punctual.

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