To fully answer the question, try to say:
- What was the ad about?
- Where did you see the ad?
- Why did you like the ad?
- How did the ad make you feel?
English Conversation Topics
You should say:
- what it was about
- where you saw it
- why you liked it
Speaking Topic - An Advertisement You Like
One of my most loved advertisements was by Microsoft. It was an ad for female designers and inventors.
The basic idea was it showed about every one of the amazing inventions that women had come up with throughout the years.
It wasn't generally targeting any specific Microsoft item; it was a branded Microsoft ad.
The idea behind it was to educate and inform – not sell a specific item.
I saw it on YouTube. I was watching something different and then this YouTube video ad popped up.
It appealed to me because it wasn't the typical promotion strategy of offering you something. Nor did it make wild claims about how awesome the organization was.
This advertisement targeted young girls and women. Maybe it was trying to influence them to consider what they might achieve in life.
It also highlighted how we as a society can perceive things inaccurately. For example, the way we tend to think that men invented everything in the past.
I thought it was a great advertisement. It showcased many female inventors. For example, did you know that women invented or designed windshield wipers? How about algorithms for computers?
I didn't know any of these things either. And there was a bunch of other different items created by women that you would likely never have guessed.
The advertisement was created to comment on International Women's Day. The promotion was relevant.
Its message empowered young girls to understand that they too could design and invent something important.
Maybe something which one day would change the lives of everyone.
So why did I like it?
I figure you could call this type of advertising inspirational. Many of the big brands create such campaigns.
They are more enthralling than a lot of other business promotions which appear on TV and other media channels.
The example I gave was an advertisement I liked. I thought it was good. Something different, with a positive message.
It was not a predictable advertisement pushing the most recent model or version of a commercial product.
Do you like seeing advertisements like that for items?
The example I gave was an advertisement I liked. I thought it was good. Something different, with a positive message.
I was not a predictable advertisement pushing the most recent model or version of a commercial product.
To improve your speaking skills, it helps to practice responding to many different questions and topics.
Try to expand your answer and include examples to explain your reasons.
More speaking topic qestions about advertising
How do you feel about the number of ads displayed on the internet by companies like Google, YouTube, and Facebook?
I don't really have a strong opinion on it. I'm not too bothered by the ads, and I understand that companies need to make money somehow.
I guess my biggest issue is with how specific and targeted some of the ads can be. It's sometimes a little creepy how these companies seem to know what I'm interested in, and it makes me wonder what else they might be using that information for. Overall though, I don't really mind the ads too much.
How much does advertising influence where and when you shop?
It is difficult to quantify the influence of advertising on shopping behavior.
Some people may be more influenced by ads than others, and some ads may be more effective than others.
Additionally, the influence of advertising may vary depending on the type of product being advertised.
For example, ads for necessities like food or clothing may have less of an impact than ads for luxury items.
Ultimately, it is up to the individual consumer to decide how much weight to give to advertising when making purchase decisions.
I don't think it's right to say that advertising doesn't play a role in people's shopping behavior. However, I think it is important to remember that people are ultimately in control of their own choices and can choose to disregard advertising if they wish.
Advertising may influence where and when people shop, but it does not have complete control over people's behavior.
Is allowing advertising in schools a good or bad idea for kids?
There is no easy answer to this question. On one hand, advertising in schools could be seen as a way to generate revenue for the school district.
On the other hand, some people believe that advertising can be harmful to children and should not be allowed in educational institutions.
Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to allow advertising in schools is up to the school district or individual school.
In your opinion, are people aware of ads on buses, trains, etc. when they are travelling?
I don't think so. I never noticed them myself. But then again, I'm not really looking for ads when I'm traveling. I'm usually too focused on getting to my destination.
Maybe some people do notice them and maybe some people even pay attention to them, but I don't think it's a conscious thing for most people. It's more like background noise that we tune out.
Do you think people's shopping habits would change if there were fewer adverts everywhere?
I think that people's shopping habits would definitely change if there were fewer adverts everywhere. People would become more selective in what they buy and would be more likely to research products before making a purchase.
This would lead to people spending less money overall, as they wouldn't be as easily swayed by marketing ploys.
In the long run, this could have a positive impact on the economy, as people would be saving more and using their money in a more mindful way.
However, it is also worth considering that without adverts, some businesses may struggle to survive, as they rely on marketing to bring in customers. So there would need to be a careful balance struck in order for this to work well.
Which methods do advertisers use to try and get people to shop more?
There are a variety of methods that advertisers use to get people to shop more. Some common techniques include using persuasive language, making special offers, and using attractive visuals.
Advertisers often try to create a sense of urgency or need in order to get people to act quickly. They may also exploit people's emotions in order to get them to buy something on impulse.
Ultimately, the goal is to convince people that they need or want something, even if they may not actually need it.