IELTS Speaking Part 1 Sample Band 9 – Topic: Sunny Days

1. Do you like sunny days?

I would say I am most productive and energetic on sunny days since there are full of brightness and positivity. For me, sunshine represents hope and optimism, thus, it gives me motivation to perform better at school or at work. On the contrary, I tend to be more lethargic and less enthusiastic during rainy season, mostly because of its dull and gloomy atmosphere.

Represent (v): to be a symbol of something

Optimism (n): a feeling that good things will happen and that something will be successful; the tendency to have this feeling

Lethargic (a): without any energy or enthusiasm for doing things

Dull (a): not bright, with a lot of clouds

Gloomy (a): nearly dark, or badly lit in a way that makes you feel sad

2. What do you like to do when it’s a sunny day?

I’d love to participate in some outdoor activities under the sun like meeting up with some friends or do some sports, especially swimming. Or I’ll grab the chance for a photography tour. Everything becomes so clear and stunning on sunny days, no matter it’s early in the morning or late in the afternoon, as long as the sun shines, I’m sure I’ll find inspiration almost everywhere.

Vocabulary

To grab the chance (v) to have an opportunity to do Sth

Or:

I’m a highly active person who really enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking or cycling. Therefore, on a sunny day, if I have some time to spare, I will do some exercises in the local park or explore the surrounding neighborhood where I have yet to visit. It would be a shame if people stay indoor all day without bathing under the sun every once in a while.

Have yet to do something (phrase) used for saying that something has not happened or been done up to the present time

3. Would you like to stay at home or go outside when the weather is great?

It’s recommended that people should spend more time outside for both physical and mental benefits and there’s no reason not to, especially when the weather is great. I usually get out of the house for a walk or short break just to enjoy the fresh air. It’s also a really helpful tactic to boost creativity and regain focus after long working hours.

Tactic (n): the particular method you use to achieve something

Boost (v): to make something increase, or become better or more successful

Regain (v): to get back something you no longer have, especially an ability or a quality

Or:

I think I would say it depends on my mood and my workload. I definitely cannot go out enjoy myself if my work is still a mess, even though it was such nice weather. And unless I feel super energetic and motivated, I think most of the time I’d prefer staying inside, no matter how the sun shines or how cool the weather is.

4. Are there many sunny days in your hometown?

I’m living in a tropical country so it’s safe to say that there are more sunshine than rain, which is great news for people who enjoy being outside like me. However, the heat can be extreme in some specific months of the year, therefore, we have to apply sunscreen or cover ourselves carefully before leaving the house to avoid sunburn or heatstroke.

Extreme (a): very great in degree

Sunburn (n): the condition of having painful red skin because you have spent too much time in the sun

Heatstroke (n): an illness with fever and often loss of consciousness, caused by being in too great a heat for too long

Or:

It is a modern big city so unless it’s our rainy season, otherwise the sun would shine most of the time, either during one day or the whole year. Sometimes the temperature rises so high that it feels like burning, that’s when people prefer staying indoor enjoying the cool air produced by air conditioners.