IELTS Speaking Part 3: sports

In the example answers below, I've underlined some of the phrases that examiners would like. They might seem easy to understand, but they are the kind of natural phrases that native speakers use. My answers are at band 9 level.

1. Why do you think sport is important?

I think sport is important for different reasons. For me, doing a sport is about having fun. When I play football, for example, I forget about everything else and just enjoy myself. Also, doing a sport helps you to keep fit and healthy, and it's a good way to socialise and make friends.

2. Do you think famous sportspeople are good role models for children?

I think that sportspeople should be good role models. Children look up to their favourite football players, like David Beckham for example, so I think that these people have an enormous responsibility. They should try to be a good influence, and behave in the right way.

3. Do you agree that sports stars earn too much money?

In my opinion, it's fair that the best sportspeople earn a lot of money. Being a top sportsperson requires hours of practice, and there are millions of sports fans who are willing to pay to see them play. If we don't want sportspeople to earn so much money, we shouldn't go to watch them.

Comments

[Tim]

Simon,

For the second question, I am always puzzled its emphasis. Is it as same as " Many people think that famous sport stars should be play a good role as models for children. Do you agree or disagree?" or " do you think whether it is suitable for people to pick up famous sports stars as good role models for children?"

Thank you.

[Simon]

Hi Tim,

I think you could understand the question in both ways.

The question actually asks whether sports stars ARE good role models, and maybe I should have answered that more directly first e.g. "Some sports stars are very good role models, but others aren't. In my opinion, they SHOULD be good role models because children look up to them..."

[Tim]

Thank you for your quick response, Simon. It helps me a lot.

Tim

[simran]

well in my opinion, it is perfect platform to become physically and mentally fit. moreover,we can build a sense of co-operation which is needed while living in societies and building a sense of team spirit.

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[Simon]

Thanks Simran.

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