IELTS Speaking (Part 1) Questions about city life/living in a city
Do you live in the city or the countryside?Is it good for young people to grow up in the city?
Is your city a good place for young people to grow up?
Do you often go to restaurants to eat?
What’s the best thing about living in the city?
What are the disadvantages of city life?
Do you think that cities will become more or less liveable in the future?
How can we make cities more liveable?
What problems do big cities have?
Is urbanization a good or bad thing?
What increase in urbanization do you think we will see in the next 50 years?
How has your city changed in the last 10 years?
Do you think cities will become more or less liveable in the future?
Which place do you prefer, your hometown or the city where you are studying or working?
Here are some points to consider that you help you talk about city life.
Questions about City Life
Living in /Moving to a big city can be both exciting and daunting. There are
so many things to consider! Here are 5 questions you should ask yourself
before making the move.
1. Can I Afford It?
This is probably the most important question to ask yourself. Living in a
city is notoriously expensive, and you need to make sure you can afford not
only rent or a mortgage, but also the cost of groceries, transportation, and
other necessary expenses. Do your research and make sure you have a solid
financial plan before making the move.
2. Do I Mind the Noise?
Cities are notoriously loud places. If you're moving from a small town or
suburb, you may not be used to all the noise. Consider whether or not you'll
be able to adjust to living in a place where there's constantly something
going on. If peace and quiet are important to you, a big city might not be
the best place for you to live.
3. Am I OK with Smaller Spaces?
Again, cities are notorious for having smaller living spaces than their
suburban or rural counterparts. If you're used to having a lot of space, you
might need to adjust to living in a smaller apartment or condo. Make sure
you're comfortable with the idea of downsizing your living space before
moving to the city.
4. Can I Handle the Crowds?
If you're someone who enjoys solitude, crowds can be difficult to deal with
daily. In a city, there are people everywhere – on public transportation,
walking down the street, in line at the grocery store – and it can be
overwhelming for introverts or those who appreciate personal space. Consider
your personality type before moving to see if you'll be able to handle being
around people all the time.
5. What's My Commute Going to Be Like?
This is an important question for anyone, but especially if you're moving
from a small town or suburb where your commute was just a few minutes by
car. In a city, your commute could be significantly longer depending on how
far away from downtown you live. Public transportation might be an option,
but that comes with its own set of pros and cons (cost, schedule, etc.).
Make sure you're prepared for a longer commute before moving to a big
city.
Takeaway
There's a lot to think about before moving to a big city! From affordability
to noise levels to dealing with crowds, there are many factors to consider
before making such a significant change. But do your research and ask
yourself the tough questions beforehand, and you'll be prepared for anything
that comes your way – and ready to enjoy all that city life has to offer!