Band 9: Do you work or are you a student? (User-Submitted IELTS Speaking Answer)

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I am currently a student at a specialized school where I am pursuing a degree in English language and literature. I am particularly interested in American literature, and I have been studying works by authors like Ernest Hemingway and Mark Twain. I am also taking courses in linguistics and translation, which are helping me develop a deeper understanding of the English language.

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I am currently a student at a specialized school where I am pursuing a degree in English language and literature. I am particularly interested in American literature and I have been studying works by authors like Ernest Hemingway and Mark Twain. I am also taking courses in linguistics and translation which are helping me to develop a deeper understanding of the English language.

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I graduated school last year and at the moment I’m taking a year to explore different career options. I’ve been working on some short-term projects and part-time jobs to gain experience before deciding what to do next.

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Do you work or are you a student?

I am currently a student at Tashkent State University where I am pursuing a degree in English language and literature. I am particularly interested in American literature and I have been studying works by authors like Ernest Hemingway and Mark Twain. I am also taking courses in linguistics and translation which are helping me to […]

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I am currently a student at the Foreign Language Institute studying here because I have always been fascinated by learning about different cultures and communicating with people from diverse backgrounds. However, I have never worked before. I don’t have any experience with it.

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Do you work or are you a student?

Currently I work as a teaching assistant in Cairo University. However, I am also doing my master’s in mechanical engineering, so I am technically also a student. So yeah, I have a fun double life.

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do you prefer typing or handwriting when you are writing?

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When I get together with my family, usually we will eat together if the food is ready.

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Do you use headphones?

Yes, I go and it’s very often I use them now, going from Sunday to Thursday, but also more than one. My headphones have a built-in microphone, which is pretty convenient as to what I use them when I have to cancel my college whereas I go to school with my school models.

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Do you like the rain?

Yes, definitely I like the rain. When it’s happening my feelings are just incredibly, so my feelings are just comfortable and kind of weaning feelings. So it’s just not a great condition for my world, for my life. So it’s great way to listen to music and it’s just for me, a kickback and unwinding, […]

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When do you usually eat bread? How important is it in your culture?

Well, it is rich in carbohydrates and I try to have a balanced breakfast. I usually take it with eggs and as a sandwich in my breakfast. It is very important source of carbohydrate and it provides energy for staying active throughout the day. It is very important in my culture because many people are […]

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