Skip to content

All Content

IELTS Speaking Test in Ghana (Part 1, Weather and Puzzles)

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Ghana. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 1 (Interview) 1. Do you check the weather forecast, why or why not? I check the weather forecast religiously because I don’t want my kids to have to go outside without enough warm clothes on if it’s going to be chilly, or an umbrella if it’s going to rain, and I think most parents do this as well. 2. Tell me about the kind of weather (hot or cold) you like, and why. I love the cold weather because it’s cosy and I can stay indoors all day. There is nothing better than drinking hot chocolate and reading a good book under the covers on a cold day.… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Ghana (Part 1, Weather and Puzzles)

To access this post, you must purchase VIP monthly subscription or log in

IELTS essay, topic: Recently wildlife populations and plant species have suffered a global decline (reasons and solutions)

This essay topic was seen in a recent IELTS test in Ghana. In the recent decades wildlife populations and plant species have suffered a global decline. What are the reasons for this? What are some possible solutions? Sample Band 8 Essay Lately, wildlife populations and plant species have experienced a rapid and alarming global reduction in numbers. This has been caused by a multitude of factors and has led to an unprecedented loss of biodiversity. In my opinion, habitat destruction is one of the leading causes of wildlife population decline. Whenever an area is cleared by humans for development, whether for commercial or residential purposes, the wildlife and plants that used to live there are forced out and often cannot find other suitable habitats or sources of food to survive. Climate change also plays a major role in the plight… Read More »IELTS essay, topic: Recently wildlife populations and plant species have suffered a global decline (reasons and solutions)

To access this post, you must purchase VIP monthly subscription or log in

IELTS Speaking Test in Oman (Part 3, Neighbours and National Identity)

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Oman. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 3 (Discussion) 1. Do you think people these days know their neighbours? No, definitely not as much as they used to in the past. People have much busier lives these days and there is no longer a sense of community in most neighbourhoods these days because of our hectic schedules. People barely find time to spend with their own families, let alone their neighbours. 2. Do you think in urban areas people usually don’t know their neighbours as well as people in rural areas? I think people in rural areas are more friendly with their neighbours and this is mostly because they have known each other for much… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Oman (Part 3, Neighbours and National Identity)

To access this post, you must purchase VIP monthly subscription or log in

IELTS Report, topic: Bar charts describing the ratios of male and female students with top grades

This is a model answer for the Academic Writing Task 1 from the IELTS exam in Algeria that was shared recently. This response is likely to get Band 8 or 8.5 in IELTS. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task The charts below show the proportions of male and female students getting top grades in 1960 and 2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 words * Note: these aren’t the actual charts given in the test, they were recreated for the purpose of demonstration. Band 8.5 Model Answer The two bar charts describe the percentage of male and female students who obtained the highest grades in 5 different subjects in the years 1960 and 2000. Overall, it can be clearly seen that girls consistently outperformed… Read More »IELTS Report, topic: Bar charts describing the ratios of male and female students with top grades

To access this post, you must purchase VIP monthly subscription or log in

IELTS Speaking Test in Oman (Part 2, Describe a neighbour who you think is interesting)

The question below was shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Oman. Here is a model answer, to show you how you might respond to this question: Speaking Part 2 (Cue Card) Describe one of your neighbours who you think is interesting. You should say – who he/she is – how long you have known him/her – what relationship you have with him/her – and explain why you think he/she is interesting. Answer I have a neighbour called Sameera who I have known for about two years. She’s a bit older than me, probably in her late fifties or early sixties, and she wears glasses and a hearing aid. She’s quite tall and carries herself with an air of sophistication and gracefulness. Sameera is quite an interesting person to be around, because she exudes wisdom and intelligence… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Oman (Part 2, Describe a neighbour who you think is interesting)

To access this post, you must purchase VIP monthly subscription or log in

IELTS Speaking Test in Oman (Part 1, Leisure Time)

  • Speaking

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Oman. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 1 (Interview) 1. What is your full name? My name is Melissa Francis, but my friends call me Mel. 2. Do you study or work? I work as a freelance content writer, and I specialise in writing blog posts for different food websites. 3. Do you prefer to do your work in the morning or evening? Why? I enjoy working at night because it’s more peaceful. My job requires creativity and a lot of thought to come up with new ideas. I struggle to concentrate during the day with my kids. I love them to bits, but they are really noisy and I always seem to lose my… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Oman (Part 1, Leisure Time)

To access this post, you must purchase VIP monthly subscription or log in

IELTS essay, topic: Educational qualifications are important to success in life (discuss + opinion)

This essay topic was seen in a recent IELTS test in Oman, Iran and Sri Lanka Some people think that educational qualifications are important to success in life. Others believe that this is not the only way to become successful. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Sample Band 8 Essay Although excellent educational qualifications are considered crucial on the road to success by some people, others believe that it is not the only deciding factor. It seems to me that both points of view are valid and should be given equal weight when trying to achieve success in life. Those in favour of the opinion that a university education is essential to achieve success argue that having a good education will help an individual gain knowledge, develop skills and learn how to think critically, which can be used to… Read More »IELTS essay, topic: Educational qualifications are important to success in life (discuss + opinion)

To access this post, you must purchase VIP monthly subscription or log in

IELTS Speaking Test in India (Part 3, Mobile Phones)

  • Speaking

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. Who spends more time on the phone – older or younger people? It is most definitely young people who spend an alarming amount of time on their phones. It’s getting harder and harder to find a teenager who isn’t constantly on their phone, and I think that it’s more of an addiction than a pastime. 2. What do younger people use their phones for? The number one activity has to be using social media. Younger people are either following every minute of the lives of their favourite social influencers or watching funny TikTok videos. If they are not watching, then they are most probably using… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in India (Part 3, Mobile Phones)

To access this post, you must purchase VIP monthly subscription or log in

IELTS Report, topic: 3 diagrams of a cafe layout, in the past and now

This is a model answer for the Academic Writing Task 1 from the IELTS exam in Oman, Iran and Sri Lanka that was shared recently. This response is likely to get Band 8 or 8.5 in IELTS. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task The diagrams below describe the floor plan of a café 10 years ago, 5 years ago and at present. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 words * Note: these aren’t the actual plans given in the test, they were recreated for the purpose of demonstration. Band 8.5 Model Answer The given plans describe the layout of a café over three different periods, a decade ago, five years ago and at present. Overall, it can be clearly seen that the amount of… Read More »IELTS Report, topic: 3 diagrams of a cafe layout, in the past and now

To access this post, you must purchase VIP monthly subscription or log in

IELTS Speaking Test in India (Part 2, Describe a time when you used your mobile phone)

  • Speaking

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 a time when you used your mobile phone for some important work. You should say – what you did – when you did it – why you had to use your mobile phone – and explain how you felt about this experience. Answer These days a lot of work can be done using our smartphones, since most of them have the same features as a regular laptop or tablet. Personally, I use my phone quite a bit for work tasks, so I will just talk about one of the recent occasions. Last weekend, one of the new hires at the restaurant where I work… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in India (Part 2, Describe a time when you used your mobile phone)

To access this post, you must purchase VIP monthly subscription or log in