Describe a character from a film, show or book that you really felt attached to.

B Natural answer

The character I felt most attached to was Paddington. What I liked was that he was always trying to stay kind, even when people did not understand him. He had a simple way of speaking and acting, which made him feel very real to me. I also loved how he seemed to be looking for a home all the time. That made his story feel personal. He was funny, of course, but he was also easy to care about, and I think that is why he stayed with me for so long.

Key phrases in this answer

• trying to stay kind — making an effort to be kind“She was trying to stay kind under pressure.”
• feel very real to me — seem believable and human“The story made him feel very real to me.”
• looking for a home — searching for belonging or a place to live“The character was looking for a home after losing his family.”
• easy to care about — simple to feel affection for“He was easy to care about from the start.”
• tries to do the right thing — chooses the honest or kind action“Even when he is scared, he tries to do the right thing.”
• big hopeful smile — a smile that shows optimism“He gave me a big, hopeful smile.”