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IELTS Speaking Test in Germany(Part 3, Teamwork)

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Germany. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 3 (Discussion) 1. In your opinion, what are the most important qualities for teamwork? I think you can’t really have a good team without effective communication and trust. Good communication ensures that everyone is on the same page and that ideas and concerns are openly shared. Trust is crucial because team members need to rely on each other to do their parts and meet deadlines. Something else that is also crucial is flexibility, as not everyone might have the same ideas and vision for a project. We need to be able to adjust our expectations and adapt to changes. 2. Are team projects in school different from those… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Germany(Part 3, Teamwork)

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IELTS essay, topic: To make healthy foods like fruits and vegetables more affordable, they should be subsidised by the government (discuss + opinion)

This essay topic was seen in a recent IELTS test in Australia. Some people argue that to make healthy foods like fruits and vegetables more affordable, they should be subsidised by the government. Others believe that it is better to tax unhealthy foods. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Sample Band 8 Essay In the ultimate quest to help people make healthier diet choices one option is to make healthy food more affordable, whereas the other is to tax unhealthy foods. Some people believe that affordability of fruits and vegetables would enable more people to eat them, while others think raising prices of unhealthy foods would reduce their consumption. It seems to me that a blend of two solutions would produce the best result. Advocates of subsidising healthy foods argue that making fruits and vegetables more affordable would… Read More »IELTS essay, topic: To make healthy foods like fruits and vegetables more affordable, they should be subsidised by the government (discuss + opinion)

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IELTS Speaking Test in Germany (Part 2, Describe a project that you have worked on recently)

The question below was shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Germany. Here is a model answer, to show you how you might respond to this question: Speaking Part 2 (Cue Card) Describe a project that you have worked on recently. You should say – what the project was about – who you worked with on this project – what you did in this project and explain how it was to work with your teammates. Answer Recently, I worked on a project for a baking class that I enrolled in with my friends. The project was given to use at the end of our course and was about preparing a special dessert to put our newly acquired baking skills to good use. We decided to make a multi-layered chocolate mousse cake with different textures and flavors. I… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Germany (Part 2, Describe a project that you have worked on recently)

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IELTS Report, topic: Mixed Charts Describing Online Shoppers from Australia and New Zealand

This is a model answer for the Academic Writing Task 1 from an IELTS exam in Australia 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 provide information about the websites where consumers from Australia and New Zealand bought products in 2012, as well as their reasons for online shopping. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 words * Note: this isn’t the original chart given in the test, it was recreated for the purpose of demonstration. Band 8.5 Model Answer The charts illustrate the origin of websites used by consumers in Australia and New Zealand for purchasing products in 2012, as well as their reasons for shopping online.… Read More »IELTS Report, topic: Mixed Charts Describing Online Shoppers from Australia and New Zealand

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IELTS Speaking Test in Germany (Part 1, Hometown and Animals)

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Germany. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 1 (Interview) 1. Can you tell me a bit about your hometown? Well, my hometown is called Willowbrook. It’s a quaint little town with a tiny population of just over 5,000 people. There’s a strong sense of community here, and everyone knows each other. The town is surrounded by lush green forests and rolling hills on one side, and the stunning Indian ocean on the other, which makes it a very picturesque place to live. 2. What do you like the most about your hometown? Well, the best thing about it is the views throughout the town, they are quite breathtaking and I don’t think any other place… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Germany (Part 1, Hometown and Animals)

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IELTS Speaking Test in India (Part 3, Household Appliances and Technology)

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. Can you name another home appliance that people commonly use on a daily basis? I guess most people use microwaves. It’s so much easier to reheat smaller portions of food with this appliance instead of having to do it on the stove. And what’s more is that I’ve recently discovered that it is much more versatile than I originally thought. You can make a number of easy and smaller portioned dishes in a microwave, like a one mug brownie or even an omelette. 2. Do you think people nowadays accumulate unnecessary appliances or equipment in their homes? Why or why not? Yes, I do, I… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in India (Part 3, Household Appliances and Technology)

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IELTS essay, topic: The quality of life in large cities is decreasing (reasons and solutions)

This essay topic was seen in a recent IELTS test in Sydney, Australia. Nowadays, the quality of life in large cities is decreasing. Why is this happening? What can be done to solve this problem? Sample Band 8 Essay The quality of life in large cities has suffered a noticeable decline in recent times, and there are several reasons for this trend, ranging from environmental degradation to social disparities. To improve the situation, practical solutions need to be put in place. One major grievance of the city dwellers is the fact that rapid urbanisation has led to overcrowding. As more people move to cities seeking better opportunities, the infrastructure struggles to keep up, resulting in congested roads, inadequate public transport, and overburdened public services. This extreme increase in population density also contributes to higher levels of pollution, which negatively impacts… Read More »IELTS essay, topic: The quality of life in large cities is decreasing (reasons and solutions)

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IELTS Speaking Test in India (Part 2, Talk about an important home appliance)

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) Talk about an important home appliance that is used daily in your family. You should say – when you bought it – who in your home uses this appliance the most – why this appliance is important to you and give some advice to others about using this type of appliance. Answer The home appliance in my household that we could not do without is our slow cooker. We bought it about three years ago, during a Black Friday sale. I had heard about these cookers before, but never really thought of using one. Honestly, it was just one of those impulse purchases that turned… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in India (Part 2, Talk about an important home appliance)

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IELTS Report, topic: Bar chart describing coffee and tea imports by 4 countries

This is a model answer for the Academic Writing Task 1 from an IELTS exam in the UAE 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 chart below shows the amount of tea and coffee imported by Canada, UK, USA and Germany in 2007 in tonnes. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 words * Note: this isn’t the original chart given in the test, it was recreated for the purpose of demonstration. Band 8.5 Model Answer The chart illustrates the quantities of tea and coffee that were imported by four different countries, Canada, the UK, the USA and Germany in 2007, measured in tonnes. An overview of the data… Read More »IELTS Report, topic: Bar chart describing coffee and tea imports by 4 countries

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IELTS Speaking Test in India (Part 1, Job and Video Games)

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 currently work. I finished my studies a few years ago, and since then entered the job market almost immediately. 2. What type of job do you have? I work as a digital content creator, and I help brands tell their stories and promote themselves online in a way that resonates with their audience and their vision. 3. Is it easy to find a job in your hometown? Well, I grew up in a small agricultural town, so the types of jobs that are available are quite limited. Most young people leave for the city to find better opportunities. 4.… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in India (Part 1, Job and Video Games)

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