Band 9 Speaking Part 2 Rules - IELTS Energy Podcast 1193

The video features a conversation between two individuals discussing a recent road trip across five states, highlighting places like Lassen Volcanic National Forest and City of Rocks. They talk about breaking rules during vacations, such as eating junk food and speeding. The video transitions into an IELTS speaking practice session, focusing on describing a disliked rule, with tips on vocabulary and fluency strategies.

Which national forest does Jessica recommend visiting in California?

• Yosemite National Park

• Lassen Volcanic National Forest

• Sequoia National Park

• Redwood National Park

What is unique about the City of Rocks in Idaho according to the discussion?

• It's a popular tourist destination

• It's located in a bustling city

• It's known for its beaches

• It's relatively unknown even to locals

What rule does Jessica mention breaking during her vacations?

• Avoiding junk food

• Waking up early

• Exercising daily

• Eating healthy

How does Jessica manage her speed while driving to avoid tickets?

• She goes 9 miles over the speed limit

• She ignores speed limits completely

• She drives exactly at the speed limit

• She drives 5 miles under the speed limit

What is Jessica's main complaint about cinema rules?

• The lack of movie options

• The uncomfortable seating

• The prohibition of bringing outside snacks

• The high cost of movie tickets

What type of snack does Jessica prefer to bring to the cinema?

• Candy

• Bubbly water

• Popcorn

• Soda

What strategy is suggested for improving fluency in speaking?

• Practicing for longer than required

• Listening to music

• Memorizing vocabulary lists

• Reading textbooks

What idiom is used to describe returning to a routine?

• Back to square one

• Back into the swing of things

• Back in the saddle

• Back to the grind

What does Jessica mean by 'inhale popcorn'?

• She avoids eating popcorn

• She eats it quickly and in large amounts

• She dislikes popcorn

• She eats it very slowly

What is a suggested paraphrase for expressing dislike?

• I enjoy it

• I can't stand it

• I love it

• I don't go in for it