TECHNOLOGY: Practice Questions

1.  How has technology changed the way we communicate with each other?
2. What are the positive and negative effects of smartphones on our lives?
3. Are you a fan of social media? How does it affect your daily life?
4. How has technology influenced education, both positively and negatively?
5. What's your opinion on the role of technology in the workplace?
6. Do you think technology has improved or worsened our relationships with others?
7. How do you handle privacy concerns related to technology?
8. What's the most useful technological advancement in recent years, in your opinion?
9. How do you stay informed about technological developments and trends?
10. Are you concerned about the impact of technology on the environment?
11. How have online shopping and e-commerce changed the way we shop?
12. What do you think the future of technology holds?
13. How do you deal with technology addiction or overuse?
14. What's your favourite app or piece of technology and why?
15. How has technology made your life easier or more challenging?

VACATION: Practice Questions

1. What factors do you consider when choosing a vacation destination?
2. How do you handle travel arrangements like booking flights and accommodations?
3. What are some popular tourist destinations in your country?
4. Do you think vacations are important for relaxation? Why or why not?
5. What are some cultural differences you've noticed when travelling to different countries?
6. Have you ever had a travel mishap or a funny travel story?
7. How do you manage your budget while on vacation?
8. In your opinion, how has the concept of vacations changed over time?
9. How do you think technology has impacted the way people plan and experience vacations?

TRAVEL: Practice Questions

1. Have you travelled to any other countries?
2. What is your dream travel destination and why?
3. Do you prefer travelling by plane, train, or bus? Why?
4. What kind of traveller are you – a backpacker, a luxury traveller, or something in between?
5. What are some of the best travel experiences you've had?
6. What was the most challenging aspect of travelling to a foreign country for the first time?
7. How do you plan your trips?
8. What are some essential items you always pack when travelling?
9. Do you enjoy trying new foods while travelling? What's the most unique dish you've tried?
10. How do you communicate when you travel to a place where they speak a different language?
11. What's the most beautiful natural scenery you've seen during your travels?
12. Tell me about a travel mishap or funny incident that happened to you.
13. Have you ever experienced culture shock while travelling? How did you deal with it?
14. Do you prefer solo travel or travelling with friends and family? Why?
15. What advice would you give to someone who is travelling to your home country for the first time?

SHOPPING: Practice Questions

1. Describe your favourite item to shop for. What do you usually look for?

2. Pretend you are a shopkeeper. How would you greet a customer in Swahili?

3. Practice asking for the price of an item in a store.

4. Imagine you want to buy a gift. How would you ask for advice from a store employee?

5. Role-play negotiating the price of an item. How would you ask for a discount?

6. Discuss a problem with a purchased item. What would you say if you need to return something?

7. Create a dialogue where you ask for a different size or colour.

8. Role-play paying with cash or a credit card.

9. Discuss buying groceries. What are some items you would put on your shopping list?

10. Create a conversation where you ask about store hours or the location of a specific section.

Listening Exercise: Andiswa

 SIKILIZA KISHA UJIBU MASWALI

 

1. Ni nini kilichomfanya Andiswa kutamani kujiunga na wavulana kucheza mpira wa miguu?
2. Andiswa alifanya nini baada ya kutamani kujiunga na wavulana kucheza mpira wa miguu?
3. Kwa nini kocha alimwambia Andiswa kwamba mpira wa miguu ni kwa ajili ya wavulana tu?
4. Ni nini kilichomsababisha Andiswa kujisikia vibaya baada ya kushauriwa aende kucheza mpira wa wavu?
5. Ni nini kilichofanya Andiswa amwendee kocha siku iliyofuata ya mashindano ya mpira wa miguu?
6. Je, kocha alijibuje ombi la Andiswa la kucheza mpira wa miguu katika mashindano?
7. Ni tukio gani muhimu lililotokea wakati wa mchezo wa mpira wa miguu kwenye mashindano?
8. Andiswa alifanikiwaje kuleta mabadiliko kwenye timu ya mpira wa miguu ya shule yao?
9. Ni nini kilichofanya timu za wasichana kuruhusiwa kucheza mpira wa miguu baada ya tukio la Andiswa?
10. Je, unadhani tukio la Andiswa linafundisha nini kuhusu usawa wa jinsia na fursa za kushiriki michezo?

Translate to Kiswahili (Beginner & Intermediate Levels)

 Are you from America or Britain?

How old are your two sisters?

Is it an old dog?

Are we ready?

Madrid isn't in Portugal.

They are not people, they are animals.

I am not very happy today.

A big tree.

Three red cars.

I want a large red apple.

I live in Zanzibar.

We go to the cinema every Saturday.

They don't speak English.

I like him.

We speak to them every day.

He told us in the morning.

My name is James.

His car is red.

Our house is in the village.

Why do you study so much?

When do you go on vacation? July?

Which pizza do you want tonight?

How do you cook pilau?

Whose dog is this?

What is your name?

Where is the party tonight?

Who is your friend?

She works at the hospital.

I love eating fish.

The shop next to the bank sells great pizza.

We go to the market every Friday.

They speak Kiswahili very well.

I love to cook at the weekend.

She speaks French.

He smokes cigarettes.

The bank opens at 9 o'clock.

They don't live in that house.

We don't want to stay in that hotel.

Sarah doesn't write to me very often.

The girl doesn’t want to go home.

It doesn’t rain every day.

There is a large elephant in Masai Mara.

There isn't any butter in the fridge.

Is there a hotel near here?

There are three sofas in the living room.

There aren't any fruits on the table.

Are there any people in the house?

Where do you live?

What time do your sisters arrive home?

Do we leave now or at five o'clock?

Does your sister work in the city?

How often does your father have a holiday?

Why does the television make noise?

John's car is black.

My mum's house is in the city.

Kenya's flag is black, red, green and white.

My mother can play the piano.

Can your parents sing?

I can't see or hear anything in this room.

I want to go to Tanzania next month.

I hope to find a job there as a Swahili teacher.

He decided to come to the cinema eventually.

I can come to the party at eleven o'clock.

He should study more if he wants to pass.