Chinese

Lifestyles: speaking tasks sample answers

These questions form the basis of a conversation about lifestyles.

You will be marked according to the following criteria:

ability to communicate effectively using correct grammatical structures and vocabulary
ability to communicate confidently, and fluently using correct intonation and pronunciation
ability to use appropriate expressions
ability to communicate consistently with relevant information, opinion or comment.

Say whether or not you like Chinese food and give a reason(s) for your view.
Talk about the dish(es) you like to eat and give a reason(s) why you like it.
Talk about your favourite lesson(s) and give a reason(s) why you like it.
Compare education in China and Australia. Explain the differences very clearly, perhaps giving examples from both countries.
Describe the extra-curricular activities students in China do. You may wish to comment on similarities and differences between activities in China and Australia.
Talk about your daily routine.
Speak about the differences between living in a city and living in country areas. Give examples to support your view.
Talk about what you like to do during your spare time. You may like to state your reason(s) for doing these things.