Oral Harmonize 4 Talking Points

# Oral Harmonize 4 ## Questions and Answers 1. Are you addicted to anything? What is it? I'm addicted to being with my boyfriend and buying clothes. 2. Who do you respect and why? I respect my mother a lot because she is the strongest woman I know, and she has a lot of authority over me. 3. What...

# Oral Harmonize 4 ## Questions and Answers 1. Are you addicted to anything? What is it? I'm addicted to being with my boyfriend and buying clothes. 2. Who do you respect and why? I respect my mother a lot because she is the strongest woman I know, and she has a lot of authority over me. 3. What words best describe your generation? The words that best describe my generation are: Connected, anxious and technological. (Because these factors are what predominate the most) 4. Which teenage celebrities do you respect most? Why? I respect Lamine Yamal a lot because I think he's a guy who reached a very high place at only seventeen years of age, and has great talent. 5. Do you think teenagers get enough respect from the older generations? Why/Why not? No, I think teenagers don't get enough respect from the older generations, since they create a lot of stereotypes such as calling them irresponsible, lazy overly dependent on technology. Also, they focus on mistakes and underestimate capabilities. 6. What do your parents think about technology? They believe that it's a good resource to make our lives easier, but at the same time they think that it's something harmful for children and teenagers, since most of them become addicted. 7. Are teenagers today spoiled? Why / Why not? I think they are spoiled, because many of them have access to technology and resources, such as smartphones, gaming systems and other things, also compared to older generations, fewer teenagers are expected to do hard physical work. 8. What music do you listen to? Do you listen to music every day? I listen to pop or hip-hop music. Yes, I listen to music every day. My favourite artists are Travis Scott and Ariana Grande. 9. What are your hobbies? My hobbies are usually reading books, taking courses and trying to learn new things. 10. How many hours a day do you spend with your phone/ computer? I spend approximately 9 hours on my phone. 3 hours on computer. 11. When was the last time you were spoiled? Who spoiled you? What did you want? The last time I was spoiled was today when my mom accompanied me to come here and as she told me that she loves me. 12. When you meet your friends, do you show up on time? Yeah, I always show up on time. 13. Where do you usually meet up with your friends? I usually meet up with them in the park and then we decide where we are going. 14. How often do you ask friends over? I never ask them over, they always do it first. 15. Who do you get together with at the weekends? At the weekend I get together with my friends that aren't from my school, but from others. 16. What do friends bring over when they visit you? They always bring all kinds of food, drinks and maybe some board games. 17. What song reminds you of being a child? Poker Face reminds me of being a child because my mom used to listen to it a lot and I followed her. 18. Does anyone ever tell you off? The only one that tells me off is my mom and sometimes my dad. 19. What were your plans last weekend? What did you end up doing? Last weekend my plans were going to a pool party with my friends, and I indeed went. 20. What did you use to do when you were younger? When I was younger, I used to play with my neighbours because they were my friends, but they had to move to another country so I didn't see them anymore. 21. What TV programmes did you use to watch? I used to watch Soy Luna, it was a series about roller skating and I loved it. 22. What were you doing before the class started/ this morning? I was reviewing everything I knew, orally. 23. What do you think are the benefits of part-time work? I think the benefits are that it allows flexibility, so people can organize their time better, and balance work with studies or family. Also, it can be a way to explore different career options. 24. What different ways of making money do you know? You can work a regular job or offer services like tutoring or babysitting. Selling products online or creating content for social media are also popular. 25. What skills do you need to make and sell clothes? I think that you would need design skills and negotiation skills, since you need to be creative for making clothes and be convincing with clients to sell them. 26. What skills do you need to be a babysitter / car washer / dog walker / vlogger / tutor? * **BABYSITTER:** Organizational skills and time management skills (because you need to be organized with baby care and manage your time to do everything in due time). * **DOG WALKER:** Leadership skills (because in case the dog doesn't behave well, you need to have authority over it and it must know how to respect your orders). * **VLOGGER:** Communications skills (because when you are doing you vlog, you need to have communications skills in such that the public is interested and wants to continue watching or reading the vlog). * **TUTOR:** Leadership skills (because you need to have authority over the students, they should respect you as the leader). 27. What skills do you have? Who did you learn them from? What part-time job could you do with those skills? I have the skill to explain English topics to students that are beginners in the language. I learned them from reading a lot of English, watching series, videos and a lot of things in English. I could work as a tutor teaching some topics. 28. Have you ever worked part-time? Where did you work? No I haven't. 29. Have you ever done work around the home for money? No, I haven't. 30. What do you like to spend your money on? I like spending it on buying clothes or sometimes book, but I usually save it. 31. How important do you think it is to save money? Explain. I think it's very important because it helps in emergencies and allows people to achieve long-term goals like buying a house or studying. Without savings, it would be difficult to face unexpected problems or opportunities. 32. What kind of skills do you think an entrepreneur needs? An entrepreneur needs to have communication skills and maybe computer programming skills, since today all advertising is digital and the internet is the main source of sales. 33. What have you been doing recently? I've recently been taking courses of programming and learning a new language with my boyfriend. 34. What adjective best describes you/ your mother / your best friend? Why? * **MOTHER:** Strong and awesome, because she faced a lot of problems during her life and the smile never erased from her face, even when she was at her worst. * **BEST FRIEND:** Loyal and kind, because she was my faithful companion for 13 years, and she always supported me and advised me in everything, plus I have the most fun moments with her. 35. What would be easy and difficult about starting a business at your age? One easy thing is having creativity and fresh ideas, and also having the ability to know how to handle technology and social media more easily. The difficulties are that at this age, it can be hard to find enough money to invest and we may not have the experience needed to manage a business. 36. Do you agree that schools should teach students what to do when they fail? Why/why not? Yes, I think schools should teach students how to deal with failure because it's part of life. Learning to accept mistakes and try again helps people become more confident. This way, students are better prepared for challenges in their future careers and personal lives. 37. How do you feel when you fail? At first, I feel terrible with myself, and I regret not having done things well, but then I remember that everyone has mistakes and no one is perfect, so failing is normal. 38. Have you ever given up something because you failed? What was it? How did you feel then? Do you regret it? No, I haven't, I've always tried again and again until I got it right. 39. What things can we do to save the planet? To save the planet, we can reduce the use of plastic, use less energy and plant trees. Little things like this would make a big difference to our planet. 40. Are you an environmentally friendly person? Why/ why not? Yes, I think I am, because I usually try to avoid doing things that I know they could affect the planet, like throw garbage on the ground, use plastics excessively or waste water. 41. Have you ever raised funds for anything? No I haven't. 42. Do you think signing a petition makes a difference? Why/ why not? Yes, I think they can make a difference. They show public support for an issue and put pressure on governments or organizations to take action. 43. What problems are habitats facing? Provide an example. Habitats are disappearing due to pollution, deforestation and climate change, for example, coral reefs are being destroyed by rising sea temperatures and pollution. 44. How can you reduce your personal carbon footprint? I can reduce it by using less electricity, choosing public transport instead of driving, and eating more plant-based foods. 45. Which habitats are in danger in Argentina? What is happening? How can people support it? In Argentina, the Iberá Wetlands are in danger due to agriculture and illegal hunting. This affects the wildlife and damages the environment. People can help by supporting conservation projects or educating others. 46. Which of the animals or plants you learnt about would you most like to see? Why? I would like to see a Dolphin because they are intelligent and friendly animals. I think dolphins are known for their ability to communicate and play, and it would be amazing to watch them in their natural habitat. 47. Make a plan about your next holiday. For my next holidays, I'm going to go with my family for a few days to the coast, and there we are going to stay in a hotel and visit many places. 48. What are you going to do next weekend? I'm going to meet up with my boyfriend and we are going to the cinema, then we are gonna have a sleepover. 49. How do you think your life will be different once you have completed all of your goals? Yes, once I've completed all of my goals, I think my life will be more stable and fulfilling. I will feel proud of my achievements and have the freedom to focus on things I love, like traveling or just keep learning new things. 50. Are you seeing your friends tomorrow? What are you doing? No, I'm not, tomorrow I'll just stay at home with my boyfriend doing whatever that comes to our minds. 51. What is your mother doing next week? Next week she's going to work like she always does, and we are going to make fruit salad so we gotta buy all the fruits. 52. What are your plans for the weekend? Next weekend I'm going to a pool party with my boyfriend and my friends, and then I'm just going to stay at home trying to survive the hot weather. 53. Are you having any exams this week? What types of exams? No, this is the only exam I'm having this weekend, the last one. 54. Have you ever believed a photo was real and later found out it wasn't? What was it? How did you feel? No, I've never found out a photo wasn't real. 55. Do you take a lot of photos? What do you take photos of? Yes, I do. I usually take photos of my pet when it's in cute positions, the view or I take photos of me and my boyfriend. 56. What should you do before taking a photo? Before I take a photo, I set it up and make sure everything is in the right place within the frame before I start. I also have to consider if I should use natural light or flash and search for the perfect angle. 57. Should photographers use a tripod to prevent photos out of focus? Yes, because using a tripod helps prevent camera shake, and I think it's especially useful in low light conditions, long exposures or when using heavy lenses. 58. How could the use of natural light versus flash impact a photo's appearance? I think natural light creates soft and natural looking photos, and it's ideal for outdoor photography. Meanwhile the flash provides consistent and controlled lighting, and it's very useful in low light or indoor settings, it can sometimes make photos look artificial if it's not used carefully. 59. What can you do to call viewers attention? What calls your attention? To call attention, I could focus on one strong subject, use lines or objects to guide eyes or blur the background to make the subject stand out. What calls my attention is bright colors and unusual angles. 60. When should photographers use a flash to improve lighting? They should use it in dark areas or at night, when the subject is in shadow, like on a sunny day or indoor settings, where natural light isn't enough. 61. How can you know a photo is real or fake? I should look at parts of the photo that look edited or repeated, examine the details carefully, because they often miss realistic small details, or just check for strange shadows. 62. Should people digitally change photos? Well it depends. Editing can improve quality or fix small mistakes, but over editing can make photos look fake. 63. How can you describe your profile picture? My profile picture is me when I was five years old, I thought it was cute so I decided to put it as my photo profile. 64. Have you ever forgotten to do something important? Yes, I have forgotten to do an important history homework, but the teacher didn't say anything to me. 65. What's an activity you remember doing when you were really young? I remember playing with my neighbours all day at my house. 66. What do you sometimes stop your homework to do? I stop doing my homework when I need to take a break, which lasts fifteen minutes. 67. What's something you regret doing in the past? I regret not doing any sports, because now it's kinda difficult for me to start. 68. What activity would you like to try doing in the future? In the future, I would like to learn to drive, and also try to learn a new language. 69. What do you think you will go on to do after you finish school? I think I'm going to look for a part-time job while I study at university, so I can have a small income. 70. What would you do if you were on an island with no food and water? 71. What will you do if you pass the exam? I will tell my parents and they'll probably congratulate me and give me a present. 72. What is the safest source of food in a survival situation? The safest food sources are fresh plants or animals that you know are edible. 73. Where is best to build a shelter? The best to buy a shelter is a high and dry ground away from rivers, protected from wind and extreme weather. 74. How long do you think you could survive in the wilderness? I think I'd survive 2 days, because I'm not someone that likes the wildlife. 75. If you were camping, what kind of equipment would you use/have? I'd bring a tent, sleeping bag, a knife, water filter, cooking tools and warm clothes. 76. Are there any other items that might be useful in a survival kit? Yes, a survival kit could include a first aid kit, matches, a whistle, a map and a compass. 77. If you were to choose a place to go camping, what kind of place would it be? For example, forest, desert, mountains, etc. Why? I'd choose a forest because it has shade, wood for fire, and protection from the wind. It's also cooler than deserts and easier to navigate than mountains. 78. Where is the nearest place to go camping in your area? Describe it. The nearest place is in Lomas de Samora. There are a lot of trees, grass everywhere, tables and party rooms. 79. What do you think are the most important items of equipment to take with you on a camping trip? Why? I think the most important things are a shelter, water for hydration. And a first aid kit for emergencies. Because these are the basics for safety and survival. 80. Why do you think some people like going camping? Some people enjoy camping to relax, connect with nature and spend time with friends or family. I think it's a way to escape daily stress. 81. Why do some people not like going camping? Because camping can be uncomfortable because of bad weather, bugs and the lack of modern comforts like bathrooms or electricity. 82. What are some of the dangers of camping in the wilderness? You could get lost, face bad weather, meet dangerous animals, or run out of food and water. Injuries like cuts or sprains are also risks. 83. If you had to choose, which of the disasters would you prefer? Why? I'd choose a hurricane because you can prepare and evacuate if you have time. Some disasters like earthquakes don't give warnings. 84. Which of the natural disasters do you think is the most serious? I think earthquakes are very serious because they destroy buildings, hurt people, and sometimes cause tsunamis. 85. Which of the man-made ones is the most serious? Wars are the most serious because they cause death, destruction, and long-term problems for people and countries. 86. Do you think you could survive a zombie apocalypse? Why/why not? Maybe if I had food, weapons, and a safe place. But it would be very hard to stay safe for a long time. 87. What would you do if a hurricane/tsunami/avalanche/volcanic eruption threatens your town? I would follow emergency instructions, evacuate if needed, and take basic supplies like food, water and important things. Staying calm is key. 88. What was the last thing you watched that was broadcast live? When did you watch it and what happened? 89. What were some of the most popular or important news articles from the last year? I think stories about climate change or artificial intelligence advancements were very popular. 90. How often do you read or watch the news? I always watch them, like every single day. 91. What kind of news are you interested in? I'm interested in news about murders or robberies. 92. How often do you use social media? I always use social media, because I talk to my international friends and I sometimes post photos. 93. What are the advantages and disadvantages of getting news from social media? The advantages are that it's fast, easy to access and covers many topics from different viewpoints. The disadvantages are that social media often spreads fake news, and some sources lack credibility or depth. 94. Do you ever look at clickbait? Why/Why not? Sometimes I do because the titles are very attention grabbing, but I try to avoid it since the content is often disappointing. 95. Did you read or watch the news yesterday? Why/why not? No I didn't, because I didn't have any time to do it. 96. Do your parents watch the news or read it? What do they think about fake news? Yes, they follow the news on TV or online. They believe fake news are dangerous because it misleads people and creates unnecessary fear or confusion. 97. How much of what you see online do you think is false? I think almost everything online is fake, because I know that many people spread fake news for some reason. 98. Have you ever seen a deep fake? Do you think they will be used widely in the future? How? Yes, I've seen deep fakes. I think they'll be used more in entertainment, but also in dangerous ways like spreading misinformation or blackmail. 99. Do you think you've ever shared something online that was false or untrue? No, I don't think I've ever shared something fake. 100. How interested are you in current affairs? I'm moderately interested. I like to stay updated, especially about events that affect the environment, technology or global issues. 101. Where do you usually get your news from? I usually get news from reliable websites, YouTube channels or social media, but I double-check important stories on trusted sources. 102. How much do you trust the news you read, watch or listen to? I trust news from credible outlets, but I'm cautious because some stories can be biased or incomplete. 103. How much of a problem do you think fake news is? Why? Fake news are a big problem because it confuses people, spreads fear and influences opinions or elections unfairly. 104. What advice would you give to people about fake news? I'd tell them that they should always check the source, compare it with other trusted sources and avoid sharing news without verifying it first. 105. Describe one news story that has interested you recently. I've recently read about scientists discovering new ways to reduce plastic pollution. It has interested me because it gives hope for solving a global environmental problem. 106. Do you have any smart items in your house? What do they do? No I don't. 107. Do you think that cities that float on the ocean/cars that run on solar energy/roads made from recycled plastic/ roads located over rivers/ virtual assistant robots/ already exist? Yes, there are small floating communities and experimental projects, like the Oceanix city, but no fully functioning floating cities yet. Yes, solar powered cars exist, but they are mostly prototypes or limited to specific uses, as current solar panels don't provide enough power for most vehicles. Yes, there are roads made from recycled plastic in countries like Netherlands, India and the UK. They are more eco-friendly than traditional roads. Yes, there are roads and bridges that cross or are built over rivers. However, a road entirely built on top of a river isn't common or practical yet. Yes, virtual assistant robots like Siri, Alexa, and physical robots with AI exist. They help with tasks such as answering questions, managing schedules or even household chores. 108. Do you think electronic devices/robots/ technology/ flying cars will become part of our everyday lives in the future? Why/why not? Yes, electronic devices will become even more integrated into our daily life. They continue to evolve, becoming smarter and more essential for communication, work and entertainment. Yes, robots will play a bigger role in everyday life, especially in jobs like cleaning, caregiving and delivery. Advances in AI and robotics will make them more affordable and useful. Yes, technology already is a huge part of life and will only grow more important. From Smart homes to AI in education, it will shape how we live, work and interact. Maybe, but not soon. Flying cars face challenges like safety, traffic management in the air and high costs. While they might be used in specific industries, it will take a long time before they are common for everyone. 109. Do you have any smart technology in your own home? Is it useful? Yes, I do. I have multiple smart TVs, computers, smartphones and others. They are very useful for my daily life, especially my computer, since I use it a lot for working and studying. 110. How do you think smart technology in the home will change in the future? I think homes will have more AI integration, with devices that predict our needs, like adjusting lighting or preparing food automatically. 111. What role do you think robots will play in our lives in the future? Robots will help with repetitive tasks, care for the elderly, and assist in dangerous jobs like firefighting or space exploration. 112. What advantages or disadvantages do you think self-driving vehicles could bring? The advantages are that they could reduce accidents, save time and make travel easier for people who can't drive. The disadvantages are that they might cause job losses for drivers and raise concerns about hacking or system failures. 113. What kinds of technological changes would you like to see in the way homes are built in the future? I'd like to see homes use renewable energy, have better insulation and include technology like smart windows or energy efficient systems to reduce waste. 114. Do you think artificial intelligence is a good idea? Why / Why not? I believe that it's a good idea if it's used responsibly. It can improve medicine, education and daily life. But it also needs regulation to prevent misuse or harm. ==End of OCR==