“Would rather” means “prefer”. It is followed by the base form of the verb (no “to”): I’d rather listen to the radio. She’d rather stay at home. Question: Would you rather sing or dance?

Negative: I’d rather not go. To compare: I’d rather read than watch TV.

To agree with a positive sentence we say “So do I” (for present simple), “So am I” (for be), “So can I” (for can): I love jazz. — So do I. I’m tired. — So am I.

To agree with a negative: Neither do I / Neither am I / Neither can I: I don’t like loud music. — Neither do I. To disagree: I don’t. / I do. I love jazz. — I don’t.

Useful phrases: I think… In my opinion… I believe… For me… I like it because… It’s too loud for me. It makes me feel…

To compare: This song is better than that one. Her voice is more beautiful than his. This is the best song I know.

• What music do you like?
• Do you play an instrument?
• Who is your favourite singer?
• Do you listen to music every day?
• Do you like the radio?
• Do you listen to podcasts?
• Do you like loud or quiet music?
• Do you sing in the shower?
• What was the last song you heard?
• Do you like to dance?
• Do you go to concerts?
• What song makes you happy?

• How does your favourite song make you feel?
• Tell me about a concert you remember.
• What kind of music do you listen to when you are sad?
• What kind of music do you listen to when you are happy?
• Would you rather listen to music or to a podcast? Why?
• What do you like about the radio?
• Describe the voice of your favourite singer.
• What instrument do you like most, and why?
• What music do you hear at home or in your family?
• What song reminds you of someone you love?
• Tell me about a podcast or a radio show you enjoy.
• What is the best song you know?

• Why is music important for people?
• Can music help when we are sad or lonely? Explain.
• Is it better to listen to music alone or with others? Why?
• Do you think music can bring people from different countries together?
• Is the music of today better than the music of the past?
• How has the way we listen to music changed?
• If you could learn any instrument, which would you choose, and why?
• What do you think about podcasts as a way to learn English?

• What is your favourite song at the moment?
• Would you rather sing or dance?
• Do you listen to music while you cook?
• What do you listen to on the bus?
• Would you rather have a concert at home or in a big hall?
• Do you like folk music?
• Do you know any old songs?
• What do you listen to in the morning?
• Who taught you to love music?
• Do you know the words of many songs?
• What kind of music is too loud for you?
• Do you listen to the news every day?

• Do you think everyone is musical?
• Would you like to be a singer? Why or why not?
• What if music did not exist?
• Is a concert better live or on the radio?
• Which is better: a long song or a short one?
• Do you think music helps us learn languages?
• Would you rather have a quiet evening or go to a party?
• What advice would you give to someone who wants to learn an instrument?

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