雅思口語PART 1話題:數學

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1) At what age did you start studying mathematics?
    I can't exactly remember, but it was probably in my first year at primary school when I was 5 years old. I probably learnt simple addition at that age.
    中文大意:記不清了,大致是從小學5歲時開始學習一些簡單的加法。
    2) Do you like mathematics? Why / why not?
    I don't dislike maths, but I wouldn't say that I've ever really liked the subject either. I'm happy to do simple calculations, but my brain can't cope with the complex stuff!
    中文大意:不討厭也談不上喜歡。我喜歡做些簡單的計算,但是我不能處理復雜的運算。
    3) Is it necessary for everyone to learn mathematics?
    Yes, I think it is. We all need a basic grounding in maths so that we can do daily tasks, like managing our money, working out bills, and so on.
    中文大意:是的。我們都需要與數學有關的基礎知識去處理一些日常的事務,例如理財、處理賬單等。
    4) Do you prefer to use a calculator when doing mathematics?
    It depends. I quite like exercising my brain with anything that's easy enough, but I use the calculator on my phone for anything tricky.
    中文大意:視情況而定。我喜歡通過做一些簡單的計算來鍛煉思維,但是如果是機關比較多的計算我會使用手機上的計算機功能。
    附一些話題相關雅思詞匯參考:
    simple addition 簡單的加法
    simple calculations 簡單的計算
    cope with the complex stuff 處理復雜的計算
    a basic grounding in maths 與數學有關的基礎知識
    manage money 理財
    work out bills 處理賬單