Question 1: Describe a time when you and some other people made a plan to do an activity

Sample Answer: Oh, that's easy. Last summer, my friends and I planned a surprise birthday party for Sarah. It was a bit chaotic, to be honest! We started brainstorming about a month beforehand – figuring out a date that worked for everyone, which was harder than you’d think with everyone's different work schedules and holiday plans. Then came the venue – we initially wanted to rent a cabin in the mountains, but that was way out of our budget, so we settled on booking a room at a nice restaurant with a private area. We delegated tasks – Maria was in charge of the decorations, Liam handled the cake (he’s surprisingly good at baking!), and I took on the guest list and invitations. We used a group chat to coordinate everything, and honestly, it was a constant barrage of messages, photos of potential decorations, and frantic debates about what kind of music to play. It was stressful at times, especially when Liam accidentally ordered the wrong kind of cake, but in the end, it all came together perfectly. Sarah was completely surprised, and it was such a rewarding feeling to see how happy she was. It was definitely a lot of work, but totally worth it.

Question 1: What kind of plans do young people often make?

Sample Answer: Well, it really depends on their age and circumstances, I guess. Younger people, like teenagers, are often focused on things like school exams, maybe planning their next holiday with friends, or thinking about what they want to do after they finish school – university, a gap year, or starting work. Then as they get a bit older, say in their early twenties, the plans become more serious. They might be figuring out their career path, looking for a place to live, maybe even thinking about getting married or starting a family – although that's less common now than it used to be. And of course, a big thing for many young people is saving up for things – a car, a deposit on a house, or just travelling. So yeah, it's a pretty varied picture, depending on where they are in their lives.

Question 2: Why can’t people always follow their plans?

Sample Answer: Well, life's just… unpredictable, isn't it? You can plan something meticulously, like a trip or a big project, and then BAM! Something completely unexpected throws a wrench in the works. Maybe it's something small, like a sudden illness or a traffic jam, or something bigger, like a job loss or a family emergency. Sometimes, it's just that our plans are based on assumptions that turn out to be wrong. We might underestimate the time it takes to do something, or overestimate our own abilities. And sometimes, you know, we just change our minds! Our priorities shift, we discover new opportunities, or we simply realize the plan isn't making us happy anymore. It’s all part of being human, I guess. We can try our best to plan, but ultimately, things rarely go exactly as we envision.

Question 3: Why do people make plans?

Sample Answer: Well, I think people make plans for all sorts of reasons, really. For some, it's about security and feeling in control – knowing what's coming next can be really reassuring, especially when things are uncertain. Others plan because they're ambitious and want to achieve specific goals, like finishing a degree or buying a house. It breaks those big things down into smaller, manageable steps. And then there's the social aspect; making plans with friends and family is a big part of life for a lot of people, a way to connect and create memories. I guess it also depends on personality; some people are naturally more organised and plan-oriented than others, while others are happy to go with the flow. But generally, I think plans offer structure, direction, and a sense of purpose, which are all pretty important.

Question 4: Why do some people like to make plans while others just don’t like to?

Sample Answer: Well, I think it boils down to personality, really. Some people are just naturally more organised and get a sense of security from having things planned out. They like knowing what to expect and feel in control. It's like they need that structure to feel comfortable. Others, on the other hand, are much more spontaneous and flexible. They thrive on the unexpected and see planning as restrictive, even a bit boring. Maybe they feel like a plan takes away the excitement of discovering things as they go. And I guess there's also a difference in how people handle uncertainty – some people are fine with not knowing what's coming next, while others find it stressful. So, it's probably a mix of personality traits, comfort levels with uncertainty, and how they prefer to experience life.

Question 5: Are there any people who never make plans?

Sample Answer: Well, I suppose there are some people who seem to live completely spontaneously, you know, just taking each day as it comes. I wouldn't say they *never* make plans, maybe they plan things on a very short-term basis, like deciding what to eat for dinner that evening. But they certainly don't have long-term goals or detailed itineraries like some of my friends do. I think it's probably more common among younger people, or maybe people who are more carefree and less concerned about structure. My uncle, for example, is like that – he's always up for anything, and he rarely plans anything more than a couple of days ahead. But even he'll probably make a rough plan if we're going on a family holiday, just to book flights and stuff, so I guess nobody is completely without any planning at all.