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笔记:西蒙雅思口语Part2话题素材

在自备雅思口语素材中提到对于Part2来说，需要准备六大类素材，通过串题来应对各类题目。

今天在回顾之前的学习笔记时发现，早在去年的时候，就学到这相关的知识，当时西蒙还提到了“准备想法和词汇，而非语法或连接词”以使头脑更灵活，在考试时使用最先蹦到脑海中的词语造句，而非“回忆”背过的材料。

现在重新将六大类素材抄写一遍，便于自己用手机复习。

  1. a person
  2. a place
  3. an object
  4. an event
  5. an activity
  6. your favorite

Describe a person

考题中可能出现的描述对象：teacher, famous person, friend, family member, child, someone who helps people, someone who does something well

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  1. Hard working
    • enthusiastic
    • energetic
    • studious
    • persistent
    • motivated
    • determined to succeed
    • someone who sees things through
    • a good team player
    • likes to challenge himself
  2. Friendly
    • kind, caring
    • generous, unselfish
    • big-hearted
    • supportive
    • down-to-earth
    • easy-going
    • always there when you need him
    • someone who cheers me up
    • a big / magnetic personality
    • lights up the room

Describe a place

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  1. Interesting or Fun city
    • lively, thriving
    • bustling, hectic 拥挤的
    • cosmopolitan 世界化的, multicultural
    • fascinating, unique
    • a special atmosphere
    • sightseeing, entertainment
    • an unforgettable experience
    • enjoyed every minute
    • the time flew by 时间飞逝
    • endless things to and do 做不完的事
    • it was over too quickly
  2. Historic
    • old buildings, palaces, statues, places
    • ancient
    • monuments 纪念碑
    • landmarks
    • where great events took place
    • connection to the past
    • reminders of the past
    • everywhere you look
    • full of history
    • a rich cultural heritage
  3. Friendly (e.g. restaurant, supermarket)
    • welcoming, inviting
    • warm, approachable
    • polite 有礼貌
    • thoughtful, attentive
    • great atmosphere
    • make you feel at home
    • the service was excellent
    • nothing was too much to ask
    • an unforgettable evening

Describe an Object

可能会出现的题目： - something you own - something you would like to own - something you use everyday - a piece of electronic equipment - a gift you received - a gift you gave - something old that you own

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  1. Electronic Devices Features
    • smart
    • synchronise with other devices, such as phone or computer
    • contacts, photos, emails
    • store music
    • receive notifications
    • search the web
    • it responds to voice commands
    • make “contactless” purchases 非接触式购买（扫码、 NFC）
    • track exercise goals
    • fashion necessary - it looks stunning
  2. Electronic Devices Useful
    • various features and functions
    • organize my life
    • work, appointments, social life
    • check calender at a glance
    • set reminders and notifications
    • practical, functional, convenient
    • the ultimate in portable devices
    • instant access to
    • couldn’t live without it
  3. Old Objects Inherited
    • an inheritance 遗产
    • passed down to me by
    • a family heirloom 传家宝
    • in the family for several generations
    • an antique 古玩
    • it has sentimental value 怀旧价值
    • I’m emotionally attached to it
    • it reminds me of
    • it brings back happy memories
    • I’ll hand it down to my children
  4. Old Objects Appearance
    • parts: the face, the strap（表带）
    • traditional clock dial and hands
    • made of (leather, gold, silver)
    • colors (black, white, gold, yellow, blue)
    • inscription / engraving on the back（铭文）
    • grandfather’s name engraved
    • simple, minimalistic design
    • timeless, classic（经典的）
    • elegant, stylish（时髦的）
    • well-made, durable, resilient

Describe Your Favorite

可能出现的问题： - a hobby - a sport - a game - something healthy that you do - something new that you have done recently

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  1. Website or Applications
    • social networking website
    • keep in contact with friends
    • find people you’ve lost touch with
    • post messages
    • write status updates
    • upload photos and videos
    • post links to other website
    • check your news feed
    • find people with shared interests
    • connect with like-minded people
  2. Books (novel or non-ficiton)
    • storyline, plot
    • genre（流派）
    • the author, the characters
    • entertaining, enthralling
    • I couldn’t put it down
    • topic, field, subject
    • information, fascinating, inspiring
    • I learnt about or I found out about
    • it opened my mind to

Describe an Activity

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  1. A Healthy Sport
    • keep fit, stay in good condition
    • get in better shape
    • fell refreshed
    • rejuvenated, invigorated 恢复活力
    • gives me an energy boost
    • a good cardiovascular workout 锻炼心血管
    • build strength and endurance
    • a low-impact sport
    • helps to relieve stress
    • relaxing, helps to clear my mind
  2. An Enjoyable Game
    • board game, a chess set
    • pieces 棋子 king, queen, bishop
    • taking the opponent’s pieces
    • checkmate 将死
    • hone my skills 磨练技能
    • thinking ahead
    • out-think or outwit the opponent
    • concentration, mental workout
    • problem solving, strategy
    • learn from mistakes or losses

Describe an Event

可能会出现的题目 - an important event in your life - a festival in your country - a party - a celebration - a sports event that you watched - a concert or music event

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  1. Special Event
    • memorable
    • unforgettable, spectacular
    • fantastic, amazing, wonderful
    • a day to remember
    • it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience
    • I had a great time
    • I enjoyed every minute
    • I was blown away
    • I couldn’t have asked for more
    • it exceeded my expectations
  2. Where the event was
    • the venue
    • a perfect, prime location
    • beautifully decorated
    • the decoration or lighting was …
    • spectacular, romantic
    • a lovely setting
    • a fantastic atmosphere
    • the atmosphere was electric
    • we were impressed by
    • service, staff, attention to detail
  3. Specific
    • wedding
    • festival
    • sports event
    • concert 音乐会