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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. How do people usually prefer to pay for things in your country, with cash or electronically? Why? Traditionally, cash has been the go-to method for payments, but recently there’s been a noticeable shift towards electronic payments, especially among younger people. This is mainly due to the convenience it offers. With just a smartphone, you can pay for almost anything without the need to carry cash around. 2. What are the advantages and disadvantages of paying with cash compared to online payments? Honestly, the only perk of paying with cash that I can think of is that it protects you from online fraud and keeps your… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Canada (Part 3, Online and Offline Payments)

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 place you have been to where things are expensive. You should say: – where this place is – why you went there – what you bought there and explain why you think things are expensive there. Answer There is one place that immediately comes to mind, a famous supermarket located in a rather affluent neighbourhood in our city. Many well-to-do families live there and the area is known for its high-end lifestyle and luxurious shops and restaurants. My daughter and I decided to visit this supermarket out of sheer curiosity. We just wanted to do a bit of window shopping and see what… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Canada (Part 2, Describe a place you have been to where things are expensive)

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 1 (Interview) 1. Where are you from? I am from a small village on the outskirts of ___________________, but I have spent most of my life in the city’s suburbs. 2. Is your area a safe place to live? Yes, it’s really safe and peaceful. Sometimes, I think it’s boring that nothing exciting happens here, but then I realise I am blessed to live in a place where kids can still play outside and everyone can go for walks in the neighbourhood late at night. 3. Do you enjoy working with numbers? Why or why not? Honestly, it isn’t really my thing. I’m more of a creative person,… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Canada (Part 1, Numbers)

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in India. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 3 (Discussion) 1. Do you think it’s better to shop at street markets or proper shops? I really love the charm of street markets. Like I mentioned before, in my childhood we usually shopped at markets and bazaars instead of regular shops. They have such a unique vibrant and friendly atmosphere. You can find stall owners that have been there for years, and they always know exactly what you need, even if you have to haggle a bit about the prices. You just can’t replicate this atmosphere in a regular shop. 2. What should customers be cautious of when shopping online? Oh, there are so many things that… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in India (Part 3, Shopping online and offline)

The question below was shared by a student who took the IELTS test in India. Here is a model answer, to show you how you might respond to this question: Speaking Part 2 (Cue Card) Describe someone you know who buys things at a lower price. You should say: – who this person is – how you know him/her – how he/she manages to find things at a lower price and explain why he/she likes to buy things for less. Answer This has to be my mom. She is the biggest spendthrift I know. Growing up, my family was not very financially well off. We were a single income household, and my dad did not earn that much. This is why my mom became an expert on really stretching out our budget as much as she could. She developed this… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in India (Part 2, Describe someone you know who buys things at a lower price)

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in India. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 1 (Interview) 1. Do you work or study? I work as a junior editor in a small publishing firm. I still can’t believe I get paid to do something I love so much, read. 2. Do you live in a busy or a quiet area? I live in a relatively quiet area just outside the city. It’s a peaceful suburb surrounded by lots of greenery. 3. Do you like chatting with friends? Yes, I love it. There’s nothing quite like catching up with friends, sharing stories, and having a good laugh whenever you can. It’s one of those simple pleasures in life that I unfortunately don’t get to… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in India (Part 1, Neighbours and Exciting Things)