2020年5-8月 雅思口语 Part 1 Topic 18 Break

1. How often do you take a break?

During the day I make sure to take a few breaks to recharge and refocus on my tasks at hand. I will normally take a fifteen minute or so break from whatever work I am doing until I feel active and interested in my work again. I think it is very important to take breaks.

2. Why do you need to take a break?

People need to take breaks so they do not become overworked and run out of energy. If you are working constantly without a break then you will become very stressed and tired, which is not a productive state to be in. Therefore, it is actually more efficient for work if you make sure to take breaks.

3. What do you usually do during a break?

During my break I like to get myself a snack or a hot drink such as a mug （杯）of tea. I will eat and drink as I sit and read a magazine or daydream. I think it is important that during a break you do not do anything that requires too much mental energy, such as playing video games.

4. Do you prefer long break or several short breaks?

I much prefer to have several short breaks instead of one long break. The problem with one long break is that normally by the end of it I no longer feel very productive or focused. With short breaks I can relax and recharge without completely breaking my concentration.