Question: What goals do people at your age have?

Analysis

When answering this question, you can talk about common goals that people in your age group usually have. These might include goals related to education, such as graduating from university or getting good grades, or career goals like finding a good job or starting a career. You can also mention personal development goals, such as learning new skills, traveling, or becoming more independent. Social goals, like making new friends or building relationships, are also common. Try to give examples that are relevant to your own age group and explain why these goals are important.

Synonyms

Try these synonyms instead of repeating the question:
  1. goals→aims
  2. people at your age→people in your age group
Question: What goals do people at your age have?

Idea 1

Academic Goals
  1. Getting good grades in school or university
  2. Passing important exams like IELTS or Gaokao
  3. Getting into a good university or program
  4. Improving language skills, especially English

Idea 2

Career Goals
  1. Finding a good job after graduation
  2. Getting work experience through internships or part-time jobs
  3. Choosing the right career path
  4. Building a strong resume or CV

Idea 3

Personal Development Goals
  1. Becoming more independent and confident
  2. Learning new skills, like driving or cooking
  3. Traveling and experiencing new cultures
  4. Making new friends and building relationships
Question: What goals do people at your age have?

Related Vocabulary

  1. career
  2. university
  3. graduate
  4. job
  5. promotion
  6. salary
  7. relationship
  8. travel
  9. independence
  10. skills
  11. future
  12. ambition

Authentic Idioms

Try these idioms to get 7+ in IELTS Speaking:
  1. to have your heart set on something: to be determined to achieve something
  2. to keep your eye on the ball: to stay focused on your goals
  3. to chase your dreams: to pursue your ambitions
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