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The question below was shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Algeria. Here is a model answer, to show you how you might respond to this question: Speaking Part 2 (Cue Card) Describe someone who people like to go to for advice. You should say: – who this person is – why people ask them for advice – what kind of advice they provide and explain why people trust this person’s advice. Answer The person that immediately comes to mind is my uncle, James. He is a pharmacist and he runs one of the oldest pharmacies in our small town. He’s the kind of person who seems to have lived a thousand lives, and he’s got the stories to prove it. But the reason that people flock to him for advice is more than just life experience.… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Algeria (Part 2, Describe someone who people like to go to for advice)

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Algeria. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 1 (Interview) 1. Where do you live now? Currently, I live in the heart of _____________. It’s a vibrant and lively area that is often referred to as the heart of the province. 2. What do you like most about your city? I like being so close to the ocean, and I also appreciate the fact that the local government puts extra care into the upkeep of the shoreline. It’s always clean and tidy, and there are so many useful facilities for families to use when they decide to spend a day at the beach. Something else that I enjoy is the incredibly friendly and welcoming people. They… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Algeria (Part 1, Your City and T-shirts)

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. Who plays a more important role, doctors or nurses? I think that both doctors and nurses are indispensable in their own ways. Doctors typically the diagnose conditions and decide on treatment plans, which is obviously crucial. But nurses are the ones who have to carefully carry out these plans, and monitor patients around the clock. They also provide that much-needed human touch, and the way in which they deal with patients can make a huge difference in a patient’s outcome. They’re the ones who often notice the subtle changes in a patient’s condition that can make all the difference. So, I’d say they both play… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Canada (Part 3, Doctors and Nurses)

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 person you know who has a medical career (e.g. a doctor or a nurse). You should say – who he/she is – what he/she does – why he/she chose a medical career and explain how you feel about him/her. Answer I decided to use this opportunity to tell you about my remarkable cousin, Reuven. He’s someone I’ve always admired, both for his resilience and his dedication as a doctor. Reuven is now a world-renowned cardiologist and heads the cardiology department at his hospital in New Zealand. His journey to becoming a doctor actually started while he was under long term care as a… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Canada (Part 2, Describe a person you know who has a medical career)

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 little seaside town called _______ on the eastern coast of _______. It’s about an hour away from _______. 2. Do you work or study? Actually, it’s a bit of both. I work full time as a receptionist at a hospital, and I am also studying towards a degree in business administration via distance learning. So, I have to juggle a lot of responsibilities these days. 3. Are you an intensive or extensive reader? Well, I am not quite sure actually. I do read a wide range of genres and story types. Sometimes, I go through phases where… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Canada (Part 1, Books and the Weather)

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 traditional customs in your country? Tradition plays a big part of everyday life in Pakistan, from the types of clothes people wear to how they prepare their food. For example, on Fridays, men wear their traditional shalwar kameez instead of western clothes to go to the mosque. Many people still cook all their meals in traditional clay pots. If we are talking about customs on a bigger scale, then I would have to mention weddings. These are grand affairs that are full of lively colors, music, and feasts that bring families together. Eid is another significant tradition, marking the end of… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in the UK (Part 3, Traditions and Customs)