Technology in Daily Life
Answer aloud before reading the samples — fluency over perfection.
How often do you use a computer or smartphone?
Aim for 20–30 seconds. Maximum 1:00.
What kind of technology do you find most useful?
Aim for 20–30 seconds. Maximum 1:00.
Is there any technology you would like to learn to use?
Aim for 20–30 seconds. Maximum 1:00.
Do you think people rely on technology too much?
Aim for 20–30 seconds. Maximum 1:00.
Describe a piece of technology that has made your life easier.
You should say
- what it is
- how long you have used it
- how you use it
- and explain why it has made your life easier
Aim for 1–2 minutes. Maximum 2:00.
How has technology changed the way people communicate?
Aim for 45–60 seconds. Maximum 1:30.
Do you think older people find new technology difficult?
Aim for 45–60 seconds. Maximum 1:30.
What are the risks of children using technology from a young age?
Aim for 45–60 seconds. Maximum 1:30.
woven into
deeply and inseparably part of something
"Technology is woven into almost every aspect of modern work."
to get to grips with
to begin to understand and deal with something difficult
"It took me a week to get to grips with the new software."
dead time
periods when you are not doing anything productive
"Audiobooks turn the dead time of a commute into something useful."
screen time
the amount of time spent looking at a phone, computer, or TV
"Many parents try to limit their children's screen time."
user-friendly
easy to use, even for beginners
"The app succeeded because it was so user-friendly."
cutting-edge
extremely modern and advanced
"The lab is full of cutting-edge medical equipment."