OUTDOORS / CELEBRATIONS — IELTS Speaking Part 1 — IELTS vocabulary

Summary

In this video, Chris and Jay discuss their experiences and thoughts on outdoor activities and celebrations. They touch on personal preferences, such as Jay’s love for cold weather and indoor hobbies like reading and gaming, while Chris shares insights about celebrations in the UK, particularly Christmas and New Year's. They also delve into local events like Chinese New Year and Nepalese festivals. The conversation is filled with light-hearted reflections on social activities, with Jay describing himself as a 'social butterfly.' The video aims to engage viewers by discussing relatable topics like weather, outdoor activities, and cultural celebrations.

Takeaways

• 😀 Chris and Jay are discussing recent questions from part one of a test.
• 😀 Jay expresses feeling nervous about the test, which Chris acknowledges is nerve-wracking.
• 😀 The main topics for the discussion are outdoor activities and celebrations.
• 😀 Jay enjoys outdoor activities like baseball but prefers cold weather and dislikes hot weather for outdoor activities.
• 😀 Common outdoor activities include walking, running, cycling, going to parks, and playing sports.
• 😀 Weather can affect outdoor activities by deterring people when it's rainy or uncomfortable.
• 😀 Jay enjoys indoor activities like reading and gaming, especially video games.
• 😀 Chris highlights Christmas and New Year's as the most popular celebrations in the UK.
• 😀 Local festivals like Chinese New Year are significant in Jay's area, with vibrant celebrations involving food and traditional performances.
• 😀 Jay enjoys socializing and attending events, particularly those that allow him to meet new people and try different foods.
• 😀 The last celebration Jay attended was his friend's birthday, where they had an Italian meal before the lockdown.

Q & A

What does Chris say about the test?

Chris mentions that the test can be nerve-wracking and advises viewers to be prepared.

How does Jay feel about spending time outdoors?

Jay explains that he enjoys being outdoors depending on the activity, particularly if it's cold weather or if he's playing baseball. He dislikes hot weather and doesn't enjoy activities like picnics or walks.

What are some outdoor activities Jay mentions?

Jay mentions activities such as walking, running, cycling, taking a dog out, going to parks, having picnics, and playing sports.

How can the weather impact outdoor activities?

Weather conditions, especially rain or bad weather, can deter people from participating in outdoor activities because they may not want to get uncomfortable or wet.

What does Jay prefer to do indoors?

Jay enjoys reading and playing video games indoors, noting that he grew up with that generation.

What is the most common celebration in the UK according to Chris?

Chris states that Christmas, celebrated on December 25th, is the most common celebration in the UK. New Year's is the second most popular celebration.

What are some other popular celebrations in the UK?

Other celebrations in the UK include Easter, various summer festivals, and private festivals like book or music festivals. However, Thanksgiving is not celebrated in the UK.

What local celebration does Chris mention in his area?

Chris mentions that Chinese New Year is a major local celebration in his area, especially due to a large Chinese community. The celebration includes a dragon dance, drums, and plenty of food.

What is Chris's attitude towards celebrations?

Chris loves celebrating events. He describes himself as a social person who enjoys meeting new people and trying new dishes. He mentions attending a Nepalese festival where he enjoyed Nepalese food.

What was the last celebration Chris attended?

The last celebration Chris attended was his friend's birthday, which occurred about four weeks before the lockdown. They went to a restaurant and had an Italian meal.