TOPIC 1.1 DO YOU … OR DO YOU…?

• Which do you prefer, living in the countryside or the city?

• Do you prefer living in the countryside to the city?
• Do you prefer living in the countryside or the city?
• Would you prefer to live in the countryside or the city?
Sample response:
I prefer living in the city because the city is more fun and has more things to do. In the city, it has
more entertainment like cinemas and shopping centres.
Living in the country sounds like a better option for me because …
Generally, I enjoy living in the country more. Although the city has more fun things to do like cinemas
and shopping centres, I prefer the countryside because the environment is better. To explain, there are
fewer vehicles and factories in the country, so that means the air and the water are cleaner. Moreover,
the city can be very noisy while the countryside is much quieter and peaceful.
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Do you prefer a brother or a sister in your family?
Which do you prefer, reading a book or watching a film?
Do you prefer to travel with your friends or family?
Do you prefer to work alone or in a team?
When something breaks, do you prefer to buy a new item or fix the old one?
Do you prefer to stay with your family or with your friends in your free time?
Do you prefer shopping alone or with others?
Do you prefer writing with a pen or using a computer?
Do you prefer to study on your own or with friends?
Which do you prefer, good-looking shoes or comfortable shoes?
Do you prefer hot or cold weather?