このシリーズでは、IELTS Speaking Part 1 の定番質問に対する自然なモデル解答を紹介しています。
第26回のテーマは「Giving Gifts（贈り物）」です。
💬 質問とモデル解答
| Question | Model Answer |
|---|---|
| 1. When do people give gifts or presents in your country? | In Japan, people usually give gifts on birthdays, weddings, or seasonal events like New Year. It’s also common to give souvenirs after a trip. |
| 2. Do you ever take a gift when you visit someone in their home? | Yes, usually I bring something small, like sweets. It’s a polite custom in Japan, and it shows appreciation to the host for inviting me. |
| 3. When did you last receive a gift? | I received a book from my sister on my last birthday. She knows I enjoy reading, so it was a thoughtful and meaningful present. |
| 4. Do you enjoy looking for gifts for people? | Yes, I enjoy it, although it can be difficult. Finding a gift that really matches someone’s personality feels rewarding when they are happy. |
📘 Useful Vocabulary / Phrases
- seasonal events： 季節行事
- souvenirs： お土産
- polite custom： 礼儀としての習慣
- thoughtful： 思いやりのある
- meaningful： 意味のある、気持ちがこもった
- matches someone’s personality： その人の性格に合う
- rewarding： 報われる、やりがいがある
🧩 Grammar / Structure for Higher Band
- It’s also common to …： 一般的な習慣を説明する自然な表現。
- It shows appreciation： 抽象名詞を使った丁寧な説明構文。
- although it can be difficult： 譲歩表現で回答に深みを出す。
次回は「Telephoning（電話）」をテーマに、IELTS本番でそのまま使える自然なモデル回答を紹介します。
