Simone Braverman

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Japan. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 3 (Discussion) 1. In your opinion, are people who have interesting ideas respected in your country? Why or why not? These kinds of people are generally held in high regard in my country. We have a rich history of inventors, writers, and thinkers who have significantly contributed to various fields. However, the level of respect can vary depending on the field and how far these new ideas challenge conventional norms. 2. Are people generally open to accepting new and interesting ideas in your culture? To be honest, ground-breaking ideas might face resistance in my country initially, but with time they usually gain respect and recognition. Basically, the acceptance… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Japan (Part 3, People with Interesting Ideas)

The question below was shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Japan. Here is a model answer, to show you how you might respond to this question: Speaking Part 2 (Cue Card) Describe a person who has interesting ideas. You should say – who this person is – how you know this person – what interesting ideas this person has and explain how their ideas influenced others. Answer Oh, there’s this interesting person I know, his name is Tim. He is a community organiser and a local politician in our area. He’s the kind of person whose mind never seems to rest, and he is always buzzing with innovative ideas on how to make our neighbourhood greener and more sustainable. I met him during a community clean-up event that he organised last year. His passion for conservation… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Japan (Part 2, Describe a person who has interesting ideas)

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Japan. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 1 (Interview) 1. Where are you from? I’m originally from a small, picturesque town in the Lake District, UK. 2. Can you describe your neighbourhood? It’s a peaceful place surrounded by nature, rolling hills, tranquil lakes, and quaint little cottages. Growing up there was like living in a postcard. On one side, you have these charming Victorian homes with ivy-clad facades, and on the other, there are modern apartments housing young professionals and families alike. The streets are lined with trees and there’s a lovely park where people often gather for picnics or a friendly game of football. 3. What do you think is special about your neighbourhood?… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Japan (Part 1, Neighbourhood and Work)

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Pakistan. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 3 (Discussion) How is language learning now different from the past? Well, in the past most people had to learn a language using books or in a traditional classroom setting. These days we have many different types of digital resources at our fingertips, such as language learning apps, online courses, and forums where one can interact with native speakers. Additionally, the internet provides access to a vast amount of reading and listening materials in any given language, which was not as easily accessible in the past. Do you think that language learning apps and online resources have made it easier for people to learn languages nowadays? The definitely… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Pakistan (Part 3, Learning a language)

The question below was shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Pakistan. Here is a model answer, to show you how you might respond to this question: Speaking Part 2 (Cue Card) Describe a person who has learnt your language. You should say – who the person is – when he/she learnt your language – where he/she learnt your language and explain how you feel about what this person has done. Answer The person I’m talking about is my friend Sofia. She’s originally from Italy but has a deep love for languages and cultures. She is a very disciplined person, and once she set her mind to learning English nothing could stand in the way of her goal. Sofia started learning English when she planned to spend a semester abroad here. She wanted to fully immerse herself… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Pakistan (Part 2, Describe a person who has learnt your language)