Lesson 5~6 Respond to Questions

3문항 답변시간 15~30초

하나의 주제에 관련된 3문제 (Question 4 ~ 6) 15초 / 15초 / 30초

Q4 유형: 대부분 의문사를 사용한 간단한 질문

Q5 유형: 간단한 일반 의문문

Q6 유형: 특정 주제에 대한 의견



< 일상 생활 General 1>



Imagine that a British marketing firm is doing research in your country.

You have agreed to participate in a telephone interview about shopping.



Q4: How often do you shop for clothes and where do you usually go to buy them?

-> I shop for clothes about once a month. I usually go to a department store and online.



Q5: Do you like to go shopping alone or with someone else?

-> I like to go shopping with my friends. Because it's more fun than going alone. Also, we can sdvise each other.



Q6: What do you think about buying clothes online?

-> I think it is very convenient.

   First of all, I can save time. I don't have to go out and I can shop any time i want.

   Secondly, it's usually cheaper to shop online, so it helps me to save money.

   Also, there are wide selections to choose from, so it's easy to find exactly what i want.

   So, I prefer to buy clothes online.



Imagine that a US Marketing firm is doing research in your country.

You have agreed to participate in a telephone interview about shoes.



Q4: How many pairs of shoes do you own and where do you usually go to buy them?

-> I own about ten pairs of shoes. I usually go to the department store near my house to buy shoes.

   I have some sandals, sneakers, and high heels.



Q5: When you buy shoes, do you usually go to the same shop?

-> Yes, I usually go to my favorite shoe store. They always have nice designs at a reasonable price.



Q6: What kind of shoes did you purchase the last time you bought shoes, and what do you usually consider when you buy shoes?

-> I purchased sandals last time to wear them on my vacation. I usually consider design when I buy shes because I like high heels.

   Also, price is an importnat factor. I don't want to buy very expensive shoes because the trend changes quickly.



Imagine that a British Marketing firm is doing research in your country.

You have agreed to participate in a telephone interview about bags and luggage.



Q4: How many times do you use your shoulder bag, or backpack?

-> I use my backpack everyday when I go to school, and I use my shoulder bag once or twice a week on the weekends.



Q5: What do you usually carry in your bag?

-> I always carry the essentials in my bag such as my wallet, cell phone, and planner.

   When I go to school, I also carry books, pens and my laptop.



Q6: When buying a bag, what factors do you consider most important?

-> When buying my bag, I consider durability. Because once I buy a bag, I want to use it for a long time.

   I dont mind expensive bags as long as they are durable and practical.

   I dont buy bags often, so when I do, I make sure they are high quality, so that I can use it for a long time.



Imagine that an Austalian Marketing firm is doing research in your country.

You have agreed to participate in a telephone interview about bookstores.



Q4: When you visit a bookstore, how much time do you spend at the bookstore?

-> I like going to the bookstore, so I usually spend about 2~3 hours at the bookstore.

   I am interested in books on design and economics.



Q5: What kind of books do you usually buy, and how much do you usually spend on buying books?

-> I buy design magazines every month and sometimes buy novels. I usually spend about $50 on books each month.



Q6: Do you prefer to buy books online or at a bookstore?

-> I prefer to buy books at a bookstore.

   When I get interested in a book, I want to read it right away, so I dont want to wait for delivery.

   Also, I can see the actual books before buying them.

   It's easier to compare and choose books, because I can't judge a book by its cover.

   So, I think it's better to buy books ata a bookstore.



 <일상생활 General 2 + Work>



Imagine that canadaian Marketing firm is doing research in your country.

You have agreed to participate in a telephone interview about free time.



Q4: When do you usually have free time?

-> I have free time on the weekends. I usually spend it with family and friends.

   It's hard to make plans on the weekdays since everyone is so busy.



Q5: When you have free time, do you prefer indoor or outdoor activities? Why?

-> When I have free time, I prefer ourdoor activities becasue I like sports.

   I like not only watching but also playing soccer and baseball.

   So I often go to the stadiums.



Q6: If you had more free time, what activities would you want to pursue?

-> If I had more free time, I want to pursue a scuba diving license.

   I tried scuba diving a few years ago in the Philippines and loved it.

   So I usually go to the beach in summer to scuba dive.

   If I get a chance, I'd really like to get the prfessional scuba diving license.



Imagine that a U.S Marketing firm is doing research in your country.

You have agreed to participate in a telephone interview about sending cards.



Q4: When was the last time you sent a friend or a family member a greeting card?

-> The last time I sent a greeting card was last week, becasue it was my mom's birthday.

   I like to write cards, so I usually send cards for birthdays and holidays.



Q5: When did you receive the most number of greeting cards?

-> I think I received the most number of greeting cards during the 2003 Christmas season,

   when I was little. I received tons of cards and gifts on Christmas.



Q6: Do you prefer sending a paper card or an electronic card, and why?

-> I prefer sending an electronic card for several reasons. It's very convenient.

   I can save time from going out to buy cards, and it gets sent immediately.

   So, there's no waiting for delivry.

   Plus, it's easy to include music and animation which makes it more interesting than sending a paper card.



Imagine that a British Marketing firm is doing research in your country.

You have agreed to participate in a telephone interview about visiting museums.



Q4: When was the last time you visited a museum?

-> The last time I visited a museum was a month ago.

    I like visiting muesums, so I usually visit them with friends who have sililar interests.



Q5: When you visit a museum, do you like to tour alone or have a tour guide with you?

-> I like to tour with a guide because it's more fun and informative.

    It helps me to understand the exhibits and appreciate them more.



Q6: Which type of museum would you most likely visit?

 History / Science / Art museum

-> I'd definitely choose an are museum.

    Because I'm interested in all kinds of art such as paintings, drawings, sculptures and so on.

    My favorite artist is Monet. I love the beautiful colors in his paintings. So, I want to visit an art museum.



Imagine that an Australian Marketing firm is doing research in your country.

You have agreed to participate in a telephone interview about work.



Q4: What work do you do and how many hours do you work each day?

-> I'm a sales manager at a clothing store. I usually work from 10 AM to 7 PM, but I often work overtime.



Q5: How long have you been with your company?

-> I've been with my company for about 10 years now.

    I started as a sales clerk at a store and moved up to branch manager. I enjoy my work very much.



Q6: Would you like to run your own business in the future or work for a company until you retire?

-> I'd like to run a business of my own.

    Because I want to have flexible working hours and choose when I retire.

    Also, if my business is successful, then I can expand it to earn much money. So, I want to start my business in the future.

-> I think it's better to work for a company because I want to be able to enjoy my life.

    If I run my business, there would be so many things to worry about, and I'd be so stressed out.

    I just want to work on the weekdays and enjoy the weekends with my family and friends.



Final Tip

Step 1 주제 - 주제 파악 후 예상 질문 확인

Step 2 답할 때 - 일반적인 생각

Step 3 시간 채우기 - 큰 이유나 상황부터 세부적으로



Clothes 관련

Q1: How often do you shop for clothing?

-> I go shopping every other month. However, I try not to spend too much money on clothes.



Q2: Would you prefer to work at a company that allows a casual dress code?

-> It is not important to me. Either formal or casual clothes are fine with me.



Q3: What is more important, good design or good quality?

-> I enjoy nice design, but quality is more important, I think. I'd rather choose a product working well than looking good.



Q4: Do you shop online often?

-> All the time; It is so much easier than going to the stores.



Q5: Are you good at keeping your budget when you go shopping?

-> So so. Sometimes I go way over the limit.



Food / Eating 관련

Q1: What is your favorite kind of food?

-> Mexican food is my favorite, like tacos and burritos.



Q2: How often do you go to a fancy restaurant?

-> I like going to fancy restaurants, eating exotic foods. I usually go there at least once a week.



Q3: Do you prefer to eat at home or in a restaurant?

-> I like to eat at home. That way I can watch TV and dont need to worry about what I am wearing.



Q4: Do you like to try new restaurants or go to the same places?

-> I am always on the look out for new places to eat.



Computer Usage 관련

Q1: How often do you use the Internet?

-> I usually check my emails in the morning and evening.



Q2: How much time do you spend online?

-> That depends on the day. Sometimes I spend up to 10 hours online, but usually I dont log on at all.



Q3: Do you spend more time watching TV or online these days?

-> I think its about fifty fifty. I think I usually spend roughly the same amout of time on each.



Q4: What is the main reason you use the internet?

-> I think mainly I use the internet for gathering information and communication.



Transportation 관련

Q1: What do you usually take to work or school?

-> I always take subway to school because ther is no traffic.



Q2: How long does it take to get to your place of work?

-> It takes about 30 minutes by car, but when there is a traffic, it sometimes takes over an hour.



Q3: What are some advantages of taking public transportations?

-> I like taking public transportations because I can save money and time.

    The public transportation system in Korea is very convenient, so I dont feel the need of having a car.



Cell Phone usage 관련

Q1: How much do you spend on your phone monthly?

-> Usually the bill comes to around 50,000 won, a month. Sometimes it is double that.



Q2: Do you use text messages?

-> Yes, quite often. I send and receive text messages almost every day.



Q3: How many calls do you make on an average day?

-> If I am really busy at work, maybe 20 or 30 calls. On a quiet Sunday, maybe only 1 or 2 calls.



Hobbies 관련

Q1: What is your favorite hobby?

-> My favorite hobby is hiking in the mountains. It is enjoyable and really good for my health as well.



Q2: How much time should one devote to a hobby?

-> I think one should not spend more than 5 hours a week on a hobby.



Q3: Have you ever tried some dangerous hobby like sky diving orbungee jumping?

-> Nope, that doesnt interest me. But some say, maybe I will.



Q4: Who do you usually enjoy your hobbies with?

-> I like to enjoy my hobbies with my friends and family on the weekends.



Q5: What do you like to do in your free time?

-> There are a few things I like to do in my free time. I usually watch a movie or play sports.



Books and Movies 관련

Q1: Do you read a lot?

-> Yes, I do. I read about two or three books a month.



Q2: Who is your favorite author?

-> That's hard to say because I like so many. I like J.K Rowling.



Q3: About how much money do you spend on buying books each month?

-> I read a lot, so I like to buy books. I spend about $100 on books each month.



Q4: Do you ever read magazines and if so, what kind do you like to read?

-> I often read magazines, and I enjoy fashion magazines because I want to keep up with the latest trends.



Q5: How often do you go to the movies?

-> I like to go once or twice a month.



Q6: Who do you usually go watch a movie with?

-> I watch movies with my friends and my sister usually.



Q7: Do you prefer to go to the theater or watch a movie at home?

-> Watching movies at home is much better.



Q8: What is your favorite kind of movie?

-> I like comedies and science fiction.



Exercise 관련

Q1: How often do you exercise?

-> I take a yoga class twice a week.



Q2: What is your favorite sport?

-> Tennis is my favorite, but I also like basketball.



Q3: What is a sport you woul like to learn?

-> I would like to lean how to ice skate.



News 관련

Q1: Do you read newspapers often?

-> Yes, I read a newspaper every day. I usually read them on the subway.



Q2: Do you watch television news in the evening?

-> Yes, because I am very interested in world affairs and I enjoy watching the news.



Q3: Do you subscribe to a newspaper?

-> No, I used to but not any more. I can read newpapers online as well.



Q4: Do you like to read newspaper or watch news?

-> I usually read newpaper at work every day, and I sometimes watch news at night after work.



Q5: What section of the newspaper do you enjoy reading?

-> I enjoy reading sports and economics sections



Travel 관련

Q1: What countries do you want to visit?

-> I want to go to Egypt and France.



Q2: What countries have you visited?

-> I have been to most of the countries in Asia.



Q3: Have you ever traveled alone?

-> When I was in college, I went to Japan for a week.



Health 관련

Q1: Do you ever feel stressed out?

-> Yes, I often feel stressed. I worry about things such as work, finaces and relationships.



Q2: What is the greatest source of stress for you?

-> For me, I think I have the most stress about my job. I am worried about my career these days.



Q3: What is the best way to reduce stress?

-> I think the best way is to exercise. Exercising can really help me reduce stress.



Q4: How often do you get a health check up?

-> My company provides me with regular health check ups every year.



Work 관련

Q1: How often do you work overtime?

-> I am an accountant, so I am super busy in December and January, so I usually work overtime once or twice a week.



Q2: How many hours per week do you work?

-> I work 40 hours a week.



Q3: What do you do?

-> I am a plice officer in Busan



Q4: How long have you worked at your current job?

-> I have been working for my current employer for a few years. I started with the company in 2006.



Q5: When do you want to retire?

-> I would like to quit working when I am 70.



Q6: What are the qualities of a good employee?

-> A good employee has a good attitude.



Q7: What's more important, a fun job or a good paying job?

-> When you are younger, I think money is less important.