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Sports and Fitness
Lesson
12
Level 4
IELTS Speaking Test Preperation
Lesson Target
In this lesson, you'll talk about sports you enjoy, fitness habits, and the benefits of staying active. You'll practice using vocabulary to describe exercise and healthy routines.
Warm-Up
Discuss the warm-up words with your tutor.
exercise
team
active
Vocabulary
Practice saying these words with your tutor. If you don’t know one, ask your tutor to explain it.
Word
Definition
Definition
prefer
verb
energetic
adjective
chore
noun
relieve
verb
badminton
noun
clear my mind
phrasal verb
dancing
noun
boost
verb
basketball
noun
fresh
adjective
tennis
noun
active
adjective
fitness
noun
staying fit
phrasal verb
Use these words in sentences with your tutor to check that you fully understand their meaning and how to use them correctly.
Useful Phrases
I try to stay fit by...
One sport I enjoy is...
I play with...
I usually exercise by...
Sports help me feel...
Response Structure
Begin with a clear answer or opinion. Then support it with details or examples using who, what, when, where, why, or how.
1
Give your main idea directly and briefly.
I try to stay fit by...
2
Add details or examples to explain your main idea.
For example, I usually...
3
If you have a second idea, repeat steps 1 and 2.
Another sport I enjoy is...
Practice 1
Read the dialogue with your tutor. Then, work together to analyze the student's responses. Try to understand the speaker’s purpose and find useful words or phrases you can use in your own answers. Finally, practice responding to the same questions with your tutor.
Examiner
Do you enjoy playing sports or watching them?
Eva
I enjoy both, but I prefer playing. When I play sports like badminton or basketball, I feel more active and energetic. It also helps me relax after a busy day. Watching sports is fun too, especially when it's a big game with friends.
Examine the Response
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Why is this a good response?
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What's the main idea?
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Key details: Find the who, what, where, when, why, or how in the response.
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Which words or phrases can you use from these responses?
Examiner
What do you do to stay fit?
Eva
I usually go for a run in the park early in the morning. It helps me clear my mind and start the day feeling fresh. Sometimes I also join fitness classes or do some light exercises at home when I don't have much time.
Examiner
Do you prefer exercising alone or with others? Why?
Eva
I think working out is very important, but I try not to make it feel like a chore. I choose activities I enjoy, like dancing or playing tennis, so staying fit feels fun. It’s also a great way to relieve stress and boost my mood.
Practice 2
Read the dialogue with your tutor. Each sentence is missing either the main idea or a key detail. Use the dialogue to fill in the missing parts and complete the sentences.
Examiner
What sport would you like to learn if you had the chance?
Eva
I would love to learn how to play tennis.
__________________________________________. (fill in the supporting details)
Examiner
How often do you exercise?
Eva
I try to exercise about three to four times a week.
__________________________________________. (fill in the supporting details)
Examiner
How can schools or workplaces encourage people to be more active?
Eva
__________________________________________. (fill in the main idea)
If people feel supported and have fun, they might be more motivated to stay active.
Practice 3
Answer each question clearly and completely. Start with the main idea, then support it with key details or examples.
Examiner
Should schools make sports a bigger part of education?
What are the benefits of team sports?
How can people stay active if they are busy?
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