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)

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)

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. Where do you live? I live in Durban, which is a busy coastal city in South Africa. 2. Do you work or are you a student? Right now, it’s a bit of both. I am studying towards my degree in chemistry, and I also work part-time at a local coffee shop. 3. What is your favourite subject to study? Well, I major in chemistry, and that is the subject I am most interested in. In particular, enjoy the branch of organic chemistry. It’s amazing how small changes to the molecular structure of a compound can result in major physical changes on a higher level. And… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in India (Part 1, Technology and Computers)

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. Is it easy to communicate with people from another culture? I think this depends on the language spoken by the person. There are a lot of people from different cultures and backgrounds who happen to speak the same language and this makes it much easier for them to communicate and understand each other. 2. What difficulties do we face when we talk to a person from another culture? I think the major difficulty is the difference in languages, and even if you both speak the same language, there can also be misunderstandings due to a person’s accent. Also, I think it’s sometimes difficult to take… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Canada (Part 3)

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 do you live at the moment? Right now, I live in a tiny one-bedroom apartment in the heart of the city. It’s quite cramped for space, but the view from the balcony is phenomenal since you can see the entire city from it. 2. Who do you live with, and why? I live alone, mostly because my apartment is too small to have a roommate, and also, I am a bit of an introvert and prefer to have my own space where I can relax and recharge after work. 3. Do you like snacks? Yes, I do. I think most people like snacks, they… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Canada (Parts 1 and 2)

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in the USA. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 3 (Discussion) 1. Do you take selfies? Why? Honestly, no. I dread taking random selfies. And I know that selfies are trendy these days, but I am very camera-shy and insecure about my appearance. I would rather take pictures of the people and things around me than of myself. The only time I do take selfies is when I am with a group of close friends. 2. Is it a good way to capture some magical moments? No, I don’t think selfies capture authentic moments. They are too planned to look picture-perfect. Everyone wants their selfie to be Insta-perfect, and I have been in many situations with… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in the USA (Part 3)

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in the USA. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 1 (Interview) 1. Did you learn geography as a child? Yes, this was one of the subjects that we all had to study in primary school, but I chose not to continue with it in high school. It just wasn’t my cup of tea. 2. Would you visit a country just because of its geographical location? No, I know that a lot of people do take this into consideration, but I have a greater interest in the history and culture of the places I visit. I tend not to visit any sort of natural landmarks and choose historically significant sites instead. 3. Did you solve puzzles as… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in the USA (Parts 1 and 2)

The questions below were shared by S. 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 live in a house or an apartment? I currently live in a cosy one-bedroom apartment in a high-rise building on the waterfront. It has an open-plan kitchen and a small living room. It’s a bit cramped, but we have managed to make good use of the small amount of space we have. As a matter of fact, my neighbourhood is quite pricey, so I consider myself lucky to have found some reasonably priced accommodation, even if space is tight. 2. Do you have a favourite room? Well, technically it’s not really a room, but I have always loved spending time on our little… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Saudi Arabia (Parts 1, 2 and 3)

Yesterday we shared the questions from an IELTS exam in South Korea. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 1 (Interview) 1. Where do you live (in which city)? I live in Durban, which the business hub of Kwa Zulu Natal, and it’s a large bustling metropolis. 2. What do you like about the city you live in? Well, what I really love about this place is that it is a melting pot of cultures, and this is most notable in the downtown area. You can find countless examples of a unique fusion of cultures and traditions in everything, from the food to the architecture there. I suppose it’s because people from all over the world, belonging to various religions and ethnicities, have made it their home. 3. Compared to… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in South Korea (Parts 1, 2 and 3)

Recently we shared the questions from an IELTS exam in Japan. 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 or Mel for short. 2. Do you work or study? I work, and I am a primary school teacher. Right now, I have been assigned to teach 4 subjects to a grade 4 class: math, English, geography and science. 3. Why did you choose this occupation? I guess I’ve always had a knack for teaching. I am the eldest of three siblings and growing up it was basically my job to babysit my younger sisters and help them with their homework. This is when I developed the skill of taking complicated topics and breaking them down into bite sized pieces… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Japan (Parts 1, 2 and 3)