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IELTS Speaking Part 1: Your Friends

These are IELTS Speaking Part 1 questions on your friends, with band 9 sample answers and tips. Part 1 answers should be two or three natural sentences that extend beyond a yes or no.

Questions

  1. Do you prefer to have one particular friend or a group of friends? [Why?]
  2. What do you like doing most with your friend/s?
  3. Do you think it's important to keep in contact with friends you knew as a child? [Why/Why not?]
  4. What makes a friend into a good friend?

Sample answers

Sample answer to these questions

I prefer having a small group of close friends, as it offers diverse interactions without emotional dependency on one person. I enjoy simple activities like grabbing coffee or playing games with them. Maintaining childhood friendships can be valuable, as they remind us of our roots. A good friend is reliable, honest, and supportive during tough times.

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