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Parenting and Childhood

Speaking • 11-14 minutes

15:00

Part 1: Introduction & Interview (4-5 minutes)

Personal Questions

Question 1

Do you have many memories of your childhood?

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Question 2

Do you think children should play more or study more?

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Question 3

What is parenting like in your country?

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Question 4

Do you think childhood is different now compared to the past?

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Part 2: Individual Long Turn (3-4 minutes)

Cue Card Task

Task

Describe a memorable event from your childhood.

You should say:
- What the event was
- When and where it happened
- What happened
- And explain why it was memorable for you
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Part 3: Two-Way Discussion (4-5 minutes)

Abstract Questions

Question 1

What qualities make someone a good parent?

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Question 2

Do you think the role of fathers has changed in recent years?

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Question 3

How do parenting styles differ across cultures?

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Question 4

Does the way children are raised affect society as a whole?

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