Talking about reading books should be restricted to simply talking about the genre and the latest books that you are reading. You can go beyond by talking about the lessons you learned from that book, how those lessons improve you, what makes that book different from others, and the like. Doing this helps you add depth to your answers.
The sample answers below give you ideas on how to extend your answer in a more meaningful manner. This is important to show your proficiency in using the English language. Also, study how I showed lexical and grammatical range in each answer, as that is a good strategy to boost your scores in those criteria.
PART 1
READING
ANSWERS
Do you often read books?
(Answer 1)
Yes, I do! For me, reading is a must, as it helps me widen my knowledge about so many things. Besides, it’s a very good way to improve my vocabulary and creative thinking skills. Actually, I’m more into (be very interested in) reading fiction, business, and history books.
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(Answer 2)
It’s such a shame to admit this, but I rarely read books. I dunno; I find it boring. It makes me feel sleepy whenever I read books, especially if they’re history books. I know I sound dumb (stupid) because I don’t read books, but I just can’t force myself to read some. I guess if I had cultivated (developed) reading habits when I was little, I think I would’ve become a bookworm (someone who is always reading).
Are your reading habits now different than before?
(Answer 1)
Well, I think it’s just the same. The only thing that’s different now is that I read a lot of business or finance books because I find them so fascinating (interesting). You know what, these days I’ve been learning about early retirement, investing, and anything that’s money-related. I think this is common to some people, especially when they get older.
(Answer 2)
Nothing has changed. I’m still the type of person who doesn’t read books. Like I said earlier, people who know that I don’t read books will surely think how dumb I am, but this is me. My interest is not in reading books but in listening to music and playing musical instruments.
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Have you ever read a novel that has been adapted into a film?
(Answer 1)
Yes, of course, and most of them are novels written by Nicholas Sparks. Well, that was the time when I was a teen. I was idealistic (unrealistically aiming for perfection) back then, like any other normal teen, because, you know, a teen doesn’t know so much about life and love (Laughing). Wow, remembering those years is bittersweet (being partly sad and partly sweet and happy).
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(Answer 2)
(Smiling) Unfortunately not! I remember some of my friends excitedly talking about the novels that they read and inviting me to watch those films that were based on the novels that they enjoyed reading. During those times, I felt so left out (as if I wasn’t included) because I wasn’t into reading, even novels. I couldn’t share anything with them when they were talking about those novels, which they thought were interesting.
Which do you prefer, reading books or watching movies?
(Answer 1)
That’s hard because I do love both! However, if I needed to choose one, I’d go for reading books because reading stimulates my imagination. I can create images in my mind based on the events that are described in the books. Well, movies are fun and entertaining, but visuals are already fed (provided) in front of our very eyes, so it’s not as challenging as reading.
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(Answer 2)
Without a doubt (certainly), watching movies! That’s actually one of my favorite hobbies. It does relieve stress, and I get to learn so many things from the movies that I watch. Besides, it’s way more entertaining than reading books; I won’t fall asleep like I normally do if I read a book.
Do you like reading?
(Answer 1)
It’s such a shame to admit this, but I’m not into reading as it doesn’t entertain me at all. I know that I may sound dumb to those who are bookworms, but reading doesn’t really work for me. I’d rather watch movies or work in the garden than spend time reading.
(Answer 2)
Yes, I do! I can’t imagine life without books. Reading not only makes a person knowledgeable but also helps them develop their imaginative and creative thinking skills. I’m really glad and grateful to my parents because they helped me develop reading habits at a very young age.
LEXICAL RESOURCE
Admit [verb] – confess
Bookworm [noun] – refers to a person who loves reading
Dumb [adj.] – stupid
Do you like to read at home or in other places?
(Answer 1)
As I’ve just said, I don’t have any interest in reading, so neither of the two choices. However, when I was a student, I read mostly in school. Well, for obvious reasons – it’s part of the curriculum.
(Answer 2)
Honestly, I can read anywhere as long as it’s quiet and there’s no distraction. I can read at a park, library, in my bedroom, or a cafe, among others. So, you can always see a book or two in my bag wherever I go because reading is my way to kill time. I don’t have any social media accounts that most young people have these days as tools for entertainment; I only have books.
LEXICAL RESOURCE
Curriculum [noun] – the subjects comprising a course of study
Among others [phrase] – to indicate that there are several more facts, things, or people like the ones mentioned
Kill time [idiom] – to spend time doing something while one is waiting
In what place or places do you think it’s difficult to read?
(Answer 1)
I suppose places where there are a lot of distractions, such as restaurants, cafes, and even at home when there’s a lot of noise, like a crying baby or a loud TV. But I think it depends on the person as well because there are those readers who can still focus on reading despite distractions.
(Answer 2)
Well, I can only speak for myself since every reader is different. As for me, stations for buses or trains because those places are just unbearably noisy. I can’t imagine reading at a station; it must be awful. I wonder how some people can still read at a station; every now and then I see a couple of readers reading novels while waiting for the bus or train. It’s just unbelievable for me.
LEXICAL RESOURCE
I suppose [expression] – another way of saying, I think
I can speak for myself [idiom] – to speak for one’s opinion as one’s own and not represent other’s opinion
Unbearably [adv.] – in a way that’s impossible to endure
Awful [adj.] – very unpleasant
Do you like to read by yourself or with other people?
(Answer 1)
Well, if I really need to read something, I prefer reading with other people like my friends or my loved ones so I won’t end up falling asleep. I guess it’s enjoyable to read something if you have someone with you who is also reading what you are reading.
(Answer 2)
Definitely on my own! I hate reading something with someone because I’ll only lose focus. It’s inevitable that I’ll be distracted in the middle of my reading. And if that happens, I’ll just lose my train of thought, and as a result, I won’t be able to digest the book that I’m reading.
LEXICAL RESOURCE
End up [phrasal verb] – to reach or come to a place, condition, or state that was not planned or expected
Inevitable [adj.] – unavoidable
In the middle [phrase] – in the process of doing something
Lose one’s train of thought [idiom] – to forget what one was talking or thinking about
Digest [verb] – to read new information and take the necessary time to understand
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