IELTS Speaking Part 1: Tidiness – bài mẫu và câu trả lời hay

Do you like to keep things tidy?

I'd like to say yes, but my flat is what I'd call organised chaos.

Things are everywhere, although I can usually find what I need, apart from my socks.

Mind you, the kitchen's always clean.

I mean, I cook pretty much every night, and I can't stand dirty dishes sitting in the sink overnight.

Did you use to keep your room tidy as a child?

Honestly, no.

I shared a room with my sister, and her side was always neat while mine was a complete tip.

Actually, the only time I tidied up properly was before Tet, when the whole family had a big clear-out.

My dad inspected every corner, so I had no choice.

How do you keep your work or study space tidy?

Well, at work I've got one simple rule.

Before I head home, I clear away my coffee cups and tangled cables.

That way, I don't start the next day in a mess.

At home, though, it's a lost cause.

I mean, my desk there doubles as a laundry shelf.

Do you think it is necessary to be tidy?

Up to a point.

Being reasonably tidy saves time, because you don't have to turn the place upside down every time you need your passport.

Then again, I know plenty of brilliant people with messy desks, so I don't think it says much about you.

So yeah, that's my excuse.