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Do you like eating fish?
I absolutely love it, particularly grilled sea bass with a squeeze of lemon. It is my go-to meal whenever I want something light and healthy, especially since it is so quick to prepare after a long day of work.
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2
Is it easy to find fish in the place where you're living?
Actually, it is incredibly convenient because I live near a bustling local market that receives fresh catches daily. There is a wide variety of seafood available, from salmon fillets to shellfish, which makes sourcing fresh ingredients quite simple for me.
3
Is fishing popular in your country?
Fishing is a widespread pastime here, especially among those living in coastal towns or near the numerous lakes. Many people treat it as a relaxing weekend hobby to escape the urban grind and reconnect with nature in the countryside.
4
Have you ever gone fishing?
I have tried it a few times with my grandfather when I was younger. We spent hours sitting by the riverbank in complete silence waiting for a bite, which taught me the value of patience, though I never actually caught anything.
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go-to meal
a favourite choice that you regularly rely on
bustling
full of energetic and noisy activity
fresh catches
fish that have been caught very recently
widespread pastime
an activity that many people enjoy doing
urban grind
the exhausting routine of living in a city
waiting for a bite
expecting a fish to take the bait
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How many questions are in IELTS Speaking Part 1?+
Usually about ten to twelve, over four to five minutes: a few on your work, study or home, then three or four short questions on each of two everyday topics.
How long should a Part 1 answer be?+
Two or three sentences, about 15 to 20 seconds: a direct answer, a reason and one detail. One-word answers cost fluency marks, and long speeches eat into the examiner's time.
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