1. all about the weather
The weather is usually connected to your hometown. the response need not be very long, but you should be able to make clear statements about the general weather patterns, and a brief summary of the different seasons.
Essential vocabulary
Celsius
rainy
minus
spring
seasons
fluctuates
Gusty wind
summer
comfortable
Afternoon shower
storms
winter
mild
moist
dust
flooding
climate
drought
thunder
Dry spell
humid
sunny
snow
misty
dry
valley
altitude
breeze
temperature
cloudy
fog
Typhoons
winds
Clear sky
smog
downpour
central
degrees
fall
monsoon
2. all about transportation
this topic is often used in the latter part of stage1.you may be asked to compare various forms of transportation or be asked to comment on the changes.you may be asked your opinions as well.
essential vocabulary
convenient
Rush hours
winding
regulations
restrictions
Bus/subway line
crowded
parking
cyclists
Express route
construction
exhaust
Freeway
walkway
exit
hills
Heavy traffic
Obey traffic rules
Overhead crossing
slippery
Wide/narrow
highway
Lorry/truck
speed
steep
Traffic jam
Bumper to bumper
Traffic lights
Well-maintained
Land/alley
pedestrians
bridges
Dusty roads
Overhead crossing
port
intersection
blocked
accidents
flyovers
3. all about my job
the topic will very likely come up if you are currently working.you need to be carefull about the terms of your work.. many of them can be anticipated.
Essential vocabulary