Band 8: Is it acceptable to talk on the phone in public places (User-Submitted IELTS Speaking Answer)

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I think it's acceptable to talk on the phone in public as long as it is done in a respectful manner and provided that it doesn't disturb or annoy the people around you. It's important for people to be mindful of their surroundings and keep their conversation short, concise, and discreet. In quiet zones, it's definitely better to step out of that area and seek a more private place to take a call. However, in crowded places like shopping malls, it's unlikely that others will mind you.

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I think it’s acceptable to talk on the phone in public as long as it is done in a respectful manner and provided that it doesn’t disturb or annoy the people around yourself. It’s important to people to be mindful of their surroundings and keep their conversation short, concise and discreet. In quiet zone, it’s definitely better to step out of that area and seek more private area to take a call. However, in crowded places like shopping malls, it’s unlikely that others mind you.

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