Track 3

Track 03

Examiner: What kinds of holidays do you like?

Student: I like beach holidays because well, I enjoy relaxing and I love the sun. I don’t really like city breaks or activity holidays. They’re too tiring for me. I work so hard that I like to just do nothing when I’m away. I usually go to Italy on holiday, which is really nice but quite expensive!

Examiner: What was the last place you visited on holiday?

Student: I went to one of the Greek islands last year. I was there for two weeks. I flew there but took the boat back, which was a real treat. I love travelling by boat! When I was there I saw a few sights and ate some of the local food, but mainly I just stayed by the pool and sunbathed.

Examiner: What kinds of transport do you use regularly?

Student: I live in a big city, Shanghai, and so I often use public transport. I go to work by bus which usually takes about thirty minutes. Lots of people in Shanghai travel by bike, but I’ve never ridden a bicycle because I’m too scared! It sounds ridiculous but it’s true! I often visit my parents by train, but last week there was an accident so I took the bus.

Examiner: How long have you lived in your home town?

Student: I’ve lived here all my life. Although I’ve worked in lots of different cities, I’ve never stayed there for more than a few months. I was born in Shanghai and have lived here now for twenty one years. I lived with my parents when I was younger but now I’ve got a flat on my own in the city centre! It’s not very big but it suits me.

Examiner: Have you travelled to many different places in your country?

Student: Yes, I’ve travelled to lots of different cities in China. I’ve been to Beijing, Guangzhou, Nanjing, Harbin and Kunming. My favourite one was Beijing. I went there a couple of years ago and it was really fantastic. I didn’t realize how cold it was in Beijing. I was amazed. Apparently, it is really hot in the summer but really cold in the winter time. Unfortunately, I went in the winter!