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The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Zimbabwe. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 1 (Interview) 1. Where have you lived in the past 5 years? I have lived in Islamabad for the last five years. It is the capital city of Pakistan, but in my opinion, it barely qualifies as a city. I mean, it has quite a small population, and it’s known for its vast green spaces and serene environment. It’s a far cry from the bustling urban life I was used to in Johannesburg. 2. What kind of house do you live in? I recently moved into a two storey house. It used to be a duplex but I rented out both floors and removed the partition between each… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Zimbabwe (Part 1, Your House, Job and Childhood)

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Turkey. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 3 (Discussion) 1. What are the differences between painting and drawing? Well, I am not really an expert at either of these things so I can only guess. The core difference would be that when you draw you are limited to only a few tools and you need to use these tools like charcoal and pencils to create effects like depth and light. When you paint you have a host of colours to help you create contrasts and shades. You can also add a lot more texture with paint, depending on what type of paint you choose to use. 2. Do children learn art in school in your… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Turkey (Part 3, Paintings, Art and Architecture)

The question below was shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Turkey. Here is a model answer, to show you how you might respond to this question: Speaking Part 2 (Cue Card) Describe a painting that you like. You should say – what is looks like – when you saw it first – who the painter is and explain how you feel about it. Answer Well, it’s hard to choose just one since I have so many favourites. I guess I would have to say “Starry Night” by Vincent van Gogh, and there are so many reasons to love this great masterpiece. The painting is a mesmerising swirl of deep blues and vibrant yellows, and depicts a small town under a night sky that’s alive with swirling stars and a glowing crescent moon. When I first saw… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Turkey (Part 2, Describe a painting that you like)

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Turkey. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 1 (Interview) 1. Describe your hometown I live in a town called ____________. It’s a small historical town that’s nestled in a valley, and it’s often called the Sleepy Hollow, because it’s quiet and nothing out of the ordinary ever seems to happen here. In fact, sometimes if you walk past the old houses and Victorian-style gardens along cobblestone streets, you would swear you have travelled back in time. Honestly, I could go on and on about how unique my hometown is and how much we value our history and traditions. We still have policemen that ride horses, and bakeries and stores that have been run by the… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Turkey (Part 1, Hometown and Chatting with Friends)

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Canada. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 3 (Discussion) 1. What are some sources of noise pollution? Since I live in the city, I would say one of the major sources of noise pollution is traffic, and just people in general going about their daily lives. There’s also the noise generated by factories and machinery, and ongoing construction work. They sort of all blend together in the city and become part of the daily hum that we just get used to. 2. What are some common sources of a lot of noise these days? Like I said before, I think the most common form of loud noise these days is traffic, from the roar of… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Canada(Part 3, Noise Pollution, Headphones and Loud Music)

The question below was shared by a student who took the IELTS test in the United Kingdom. Here is a model answer, to show you how you might respond to this question: Speaking Part 2 (Cue Card) Describe a time when you saw someone complain in public (in a restaurant or a store). You should say – who the person was – what the complaint was about – where it happened and explain how you felt about the situation. Answer There was this one time I witnessed a rather intense complaint at a local restaurant. It was a Saturday evening, and my husband and I decided to visit a nearby family-run Italian restaurant, which was packed with people that night. An elderly man seated at the table next to ours seemed quite agitated and he raised his voice enough for… Read More »TEMPLATE – IELTS Speaking Test in Sri Lanka (Part 2, Describe a successful person who you studied or worked with)