Simone Braverman

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in the UK. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 3 (Discussion) 1. What are some common challenges elderly people face? There are quite a few, but I think the biggest one is being misunderstood. The generation gap is widening, and the young people of today have widely different opinions about life than the elderly. This usually leads to misunderstandings, broken relationships and ultimately loneliness. On the physical side, health issues like arthritis, reduced mobility, and chronic illnesses can make daily tasks more difficult. Financial challenges are another common problem, especially for those who didn’t save enough for retirement or rely solely on pensions. 2. How can young people help the elderly in their daily lives? Young… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in the UK (Part 3, Elderly People)

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Saudi Arabia. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 3 (Discussion) 1. How important is time management for children? Well, I used to think that having a proper routine was extremely important for children, but I also think that sometimes parents can go a bit overboard with the control over their children’s activities. I believe that children need to be taught how to manage their time, but they also need some freedom to play and explore. 2. How can adults improve their time management skills? There are a few ways. One method that I find helpful is to keep a planner, with a to do list. These days there are plenty of useful apps that are… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Saudi Arabia (Part 3, Time Management)

The question below was shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Saudi Arabia. Here is a model answer, to show you how you might respond to this question: Speaking Part 2 (Cue Card) Describe a change that you benefited from. You should say: – what the change was – when it happened – how it benefited you and explain how you felt about this change. Answer One of the biggest changes in my life was when the company I worked for transitioned from working in an office to working remotely from home. It happened about two years ago, right when remote work started becoming more common. At first, I wasn’t really sure that I would be able to adjust. I mean, I was used to daily the face-to-face interaction with my colleagues. But it ended up being… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Saudi Arabia (Part 2, Describe a change that you benefited from)

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Saudi Arabia. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 1 (Interview) 1. How often do you buy or read books? Funnily enough, I buy books regularly, but I hardly find time to read any of them. My schedule is just too busy, and by the time I can relax, I am just too tired to read. It’s a far cry from when I was in school and reading a novel each day. I was a real bookworm. 2. What kinds of books do you enjoy reading? I have always had a soft spot for mystery novels, such as Sherlock Holmes and Agatha Christie. There is something about the twists and turns that just keeps me hooked.… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Saudi Arabia (Part 1, Books and Free Time)

1. Is winning always important? Why / why not? No, I don’t think it is the most important thing. It obviously feels amazing when you do, but many times in sports and competitive activities the best part of it is enjoying your time with the other participants. The real value lies in the experience itself, and what you learn from it. Those lessons stick with you long after the game is over, regardless of the final score. 2. What skills do children learn through different sports? Children pick up a lot of practical and soft skills through sports. For instance, teamwork is one of the biggest lessons. Kids learn how to collaborate and communicate with others. And, of course, there’s resilience. Losing a game or making mistakes during practice teaches you how to bounce back from failures. 3. Which is… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Canada (Part 3, Winning and Watching Games)

The question below was shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Canada. Here is a model answer, to show you how you might respond to this question: Speaking Part 2 (Cue Card) Describe a sports team that you admire. You should say – what team it is – what sport that team plays – how you know about that team and explain what you admire about that team. Answer The sports team I truly admire is actually my daughter’s soccer team. We live in ________, and it’s not very common for girls to play football here. However, my daughter is quite headstrong, and she hates being told that she cannot do something. She decided to pave her own path and start her own team, and I couldn’t be prouder of her for that. At first, it started… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Canada (Part 2, Describe a sports team that you admire)