IELTS Speaking Part 1: Public Transport and Getting Lost

Good morning. Can I have your full name, please?

Good morning! My name is Minjun Park.

Thank you. Let's talk about public transport.

How do you usually travel around your city?

Mostly by underground, because it's fast and cheap.

I also cycle when the weather is nice.

Is public transport good where you live?

Yes, it's excellent. Trains come every three minutes.

The only problem is the rush hour. It gets so crowded!

Do you prefer buses or trains?

Trains, because they're never stuck in traffic.

But buses have better views, I must admit.

Would you like to own a car one day?

Maybe when I have children, but not now.

Parking in my city is a nightmare.

Now, let's talk about getting lost.

Do you have a good sense of direction?

Honestly, no! I get lost all the time.

Have you ever got lost in a new place?

Oh, many times! Once in Lisbon, for three hours!

My phone battery died, and every street looked the same.

In the end, a kind old man walked me back to my hotel.

What do you do when you get lost?

First, I check the map on my phone.

If that doesn't work, I just ask someone.

Getting lost is the best way to find a nice café!

Thank you. That's the end of Part One.