Question: Do you think people today read less than before? Why?

Analysis

When answering this question, you can discuss changes in reading habits over time. Many people believe that people today read less traditional books than before, mainly because of the rise of digital entertainment like social media, streaming videos, and online games, which compete for people’s attention. However, you could also mention that people might still read a lot, but in different formats, such as online articles, blogs, or social media posts, rather than printed books. You can support your answer with examples or personal observations.

Synonyms

Try these synonyms instead of repeating the question:
  1. today→nowadays
  2. read less→spend less time reading
  3. before→in the past
Question: Do you think people today read less than before? Why?

Idea 1

Yes, people read less now
  1. People spend more time on social media and watching videos instead of reading books
  2. Short videos and online entertainment are more attractive and easier to consume
  3. Busy lifestyles mean less free time for reading
  4. Many people prefer quick information from the internet rather than long articles or novels

Idea 2

No, people just read differently
  1. People read a lot online—news, blogs, social media posts, and messages
  2. E-books and audiobooks have made reading more convenient
  3. Some people read more now because information is so easy to access
  4. Reading habits have changed, but people still consume a lot of written content
Question: Do you think people today read less than before? Why?

Related Vocabulary

  1. technology
  2. smartphone
  3. social media
  4. screen time
  5. attention span
  6. novel
  7. magazine
  8. information
  9. news
  10. entertainment
  11. habit
  12. trend

Authentic Idioms

Try these idioms to get 7+ in IELTS Speaking:
  1. to be glued to the screen: to spend a lot of time looking at screens, like phones or computers
  2. to fall by the wayside: to become less common or to stop happening
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