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The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Saudi Arabia. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 1 (Interview) 1. Do you like looking at the stars? I adore looking at the stars. There is something so fascinating and humbling about gazing up at the vast expanse of the night sky and seeing those countless lights shimmering in the darkness. It is strange to know that each of those tiny specks of light is actually an enormous, burning ball of gas, so unimaginably far away from us! That sure helps put things into perspective. 2. Have you learned about stars and planets in school? Yes, I have. I recall that during my science classes, we touched upon various astronomical topics, such as the characteristics… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Saudi Arabia (Part 1, Stars and Space Exploration)

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Italy. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 3 (Discussion) 1. What do you think about watching movies at the cinema? In my opinion, watching a movie at the cinema is an experience like no other. From the moment you step into the theatre, you are surrounded by a unique atmosphere and ambience that can’t be replicated anywhere else. The big screen, surround sound, reclining chairs and comfy seats make it easy to get lost in the movie. Beyond that, it’s also a great way to bond with friends or family as you share laughs, snacks and memorable moments together. 2. Do you think more people are watching movies at the cinema now compared to the… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Italy (Part 3, Movies and Cinema)

The question below was shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Italy. Here is a model answer, to show you how you might respond to this question: Speaking Part 2 (Cue Card) Talk about a movie you liked. You should say – what movie it was – when you watched it – what it is about – and explain why you liked it. Answer I recently watched “The Grand Budapest Hotel”. This type of movie is not usually my cup of tea, but my sister insisted that I watch it. Funnily enough, it ended up being one of the most entertaining movies I’ve ever seen. I watched it last week and it told the story of a legendary concierge at a famous European hotel between the wars, who gets caught up in an adventure involving a missing… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Italy (Part 2, Describe a movie you liked)

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Italy. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 1 (Interview) 1. What is your name? My name is Melissa or Mel for short. 2. Do you know the meaning of your name? Yes, actually I do. It means ‘honeybee’ and it was chosen by my dad because the thought it was a sweet name. 3. Is this a popular name in your country? It’s a bit too popular for my liking. During my years at school, there were at least two Melissas in each class. 4. Are there more common names in your country? What are they? Well, I am not exactly sure, but I think that for some reason Jonathan was a very popular boy’s… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Italy (Part 1, Names and Geography)

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. Is the nature of social media friendship similar to real life friendship? When we think about friendship these days, many of us consider both real-life and social media friendships to be similar in that they provide companionship, understanding, and support. However, there are some significant differences between these two types of relationships. Real-life friendships are typically based on shared experiences, conversations in person or by phone/video chat, and physical activities such as going for a walk or playing sports together. In contrast, social media friendships are largely based on sharing posts online and messaging each other through various applications such as Facebook messenger or WhatsApp.… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in India (Part 3, Childhood friendships)

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 childhood friend of yours. You should say – who he/she is – where you met him/her – what you did together – and explain what makes your childhood friend special. Answer My childhood friend was a girl named Alex. We met in the fifth grade when my family moved to a new town. She was one of the first people I made friends with. I remember being the new and very shy kid in the class, and Alex who is quite the extrovert just took me under her wing and told me everything I needed t know about the kids at school and… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in India (Part 2, Describe a childhood friend of yours)