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Week 25: Tea & Coffee
IELTS Warm-up Questions: Tea & Coffee
Warm-up Questions:
- Do you prefer hot or cold drinks?
- Where are you favourite places to drink tea or coffee?
- Do you know anyone who doesn’t like tea or coffee?
- Would you say there is a big ‘coffee culture’ in your country? (This means lots of people like to drink coffee in your country)
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IELTS Lesson – Weird Topics, why?
Part 1 contains short, simple questions about yourself, your preferences and interests.
The most common Part 1 topics are easy to prepare for:
- Family
- Friends
- Hobbies
- Your work
So why does the IELTS Speaking test feature some slightly weird or unusually specific topics?
Well, there is some method to the madness. Watch this quick video to learn more:
Bonus video!
Here are some IELTS example answers to some Part 1 questions about Tea & Coffee.
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IELTS Vocabulary and Levelled Reading
Read these 2 levels of about ‘Tea & Coffee’. Every level becomes more difficult but every level has the same meaning. The new words are highlighted, so if you don’t understand a word in Level 2, look back at Level 1 to find the easier synonym! This is a great way to learn new vocabulary!
Level 1: Basic Level 2: Advanced
IELTS Question #1: Do you prefer to drink tea or coffee?
- Level 1:
I enjoy drinking coffee to be honest because it has a delicious smell, and a smoky, sweet taste. I have a cup of coffee early in the morning with a little bit of milk, and there is always a newly-made pot of coffee in my office, so I drink coffee throughout the day. I also prefer coffee because it wakes me up in the morning and gives me energy and helps me deal with the day ahead. - Level 2:
I’m a big coffee drinker to be honest. It has a delicious aroma, and a smoky, sweet flavour. I have a cup of coffee first thing in the morning with a splash of milk, and there is always a freshly-brewed pot in my office, so I drink coffee over the course of the day. I also prefer coffee because it wakes me up in the morning and helps me tackle the day ahead.
IELTS Question #2: Do you usually offer tea or coffee when you have guests?
- Level 1:
Absolutely. We always offer to boil some water and make some tea or coffee for guests in the UK, sometimes with biscuits or snacks as well, because it’s a sign of friendliness and makes them feel relaxed. It’s a way of being polite for most families. - Level 2:
Absolutely. We always offer to put the kettle on and make some tea or coffee for guests in the UK, sometimes with some biscuits or snacks as well. It’s a gesture of hospitality to your guests and puts them at ease. It’s a common courtesy in most households.
Links and Resources
Find more IELTS-ready vocabulary, collocations and phrases associated with Tea & Coffee here!
Looking for IELTS examples to back up your love for coffee? Here’s a surprisingly long list of health benefits of drinking coffee!
Tea isn’t only a British favourite – it’s enjoyed around the world! Is your country on this list of famous tea rituals?
IELTS Practice Questions
Putting it all together:
Part 1 Questions:
- Are tea and coffee popular in your country?
- Which is more popular in your country, tea or coffee?
- Do you prefer to drink tea or coffee?
- Do you usually offer tea or coffee when you have guests?
- Do you remember when you drank tea or coffee for the first time?