Questions

1. Are you working or studying?
2. Work:
3. What kind of work do you do?
4. Do you like your job?
5. Why did you choose to do that type of work?
6. Do you miss being a student?
7. Study:
8. What subject(s) are you studying?
9. Why did you choose to study that subject / those subjects?
10. Do you prefer to study in the mornings or in the afternoons?
11. Are you looking forward to working?
12. Do you like your subjects? (Why/why not?)

Sample Answers

Are you working or studying? I'm actually studying right now, I'm a full-time student. I'm really enjoying it because I get to learn new things every day and meet new people.

Work: To be honest, I don't have a job at the moment, but I'm planning to get some part-time work soon to gain some experience and earn some extra money.

What kind of work do you do? Well, I'm hoping to get a job in a library or a bookstore because I love reading and I think it would be a great way to be surrounded by books all day.

Do you like your job? I don't have a job yet, but I'm sure I'll like it when I get one. I'm looking forward to the challenge and the opportunity to learn new skills.

Why did you choose to do that type of work? I chose to pursue a career in libraries or bookstores because I'm passionate about reading and I think it's a great way to share that passion with others. Plus, I think it would be a really quiet and peaceful work environment.

Do you miss being a student? Actually, I am a student, so I don't miss it. But I do enjoy the freedom that comes with being a student, like being able to make my own schedule and pursue my own interests.

Study: I'm studying English literature and language. I really enjoy it because I love reading and writing, and I find it really interesting to analyze different texts and authors.

What subject(s) are you studying? I'm studying English literature and language, as I mentioned earlier. I really enjoy it because it's a great way to improve my language skills and learn about different cultures and perspectives.

Why did you choose to study that subject / those subjects? I chose to study English literature and language because I've always been passionate about reading and writing, and I think it's a great way to develop my critical thinking and analytical skills.

Do you prefer to study in the mornings or in the afternoons? I'm definitely a morning person, so I prefer to study in the mornings. I find that I'm more focused and alert, and I can get a lot more done.

Are you looking forward to working? Yeah, I am. I think it'll be a great opportunity to gain some experience and learn new skills, and I'm looking forward to the challenge of having a job and being independent.

Do you like your subjects? (Why/why not?) Yeah, I really do. I find them really interesting and engaging, and I enjoy the challenge of learning new things. Plus, I think they're really relevant to my future career goals.

Key Phrases and Idioms

full-time

working or studying for the whole day, every day

I'm a full-time student.

She works full-time as a teacher.

part-time

working or studying for only a part of the day or week

I have a part-time job.

He studies part-time and works part-time.

gain experience

to get knowledge or skill by doing something

I want to gain experience in marketing.

She gained experience by working as an intern.