Speaking

1. Is winning always important? Why / why not? No, I don’t think it is the most important thing. It obviously feels amazing when you do, but many times in sports and competitive activities the best part of it is enjoying your time with the other participants. The real value lies in the experience itself, and what you learn from it. Those lessons stick with you long after the game is over, regardless of the final score. 2. What skills do children learn through different sports? Children pick up a lot of practical and soft skills through sports. For instance, teamwork is one of the biggest lessons. Kids learn how to collaborate and communicate with others. And, of course, there’s resilience. Losing a game or making mistakes during practice teaches you how to bounce back from failures. 3. Which is… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Canada (Part 3, Winning and Watching Games)

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 sports team that you admire. You should say – what team it is – what sport that team plays – how you know about that team and explain what you admire about that team. Answer The sports team I truly admire is actually my daughter’s soccer team. We live in ________, and it’s not very common for girls to play football here. However, my daughter is quite headstrong, and she hates being told that she cannot do something. She decided to pave her own path and start her own team, and I couldn’t be prouder of her for that. At first, it started… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Canada (Part 2, Describe a sports team that you admire)

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. What do you do? I work as a junior editor at a small publishing firm. It’s a job I really enjoy because I get to work with words and ideas every day. It is literally getting paid to read, which is something that I love intensely. 2. What kind of work do you do? My job mostly involves editing manuscripts, which means I check for grammar, spelling. Sometimes it’s about suggesting changes to improve the flow of a story or helping untangle a difficult chapter. While I do make changes to the content, I have to make sure to stay true to the writer’s vision.… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Canada (Part 1, Borrowing things and History)

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Singapore. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 3 (Discussion) 1. Do you often lose things? Why or why not? Unfortunately, I am very much a scatterbrain, and I lose things often. I am always so busy and thinking about a million things to do, that I forget where I put things. Sometimes I am so absent minded that I search for my keys or my phone, while they are in my hand. It is a very embarrassing bad habit, and something that I need to get under control. 2. What kinds of items do people lose most often? I think the most common things people lose are small, everyday items like keys, wallets, and sunglasses.… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Singapore (Part 3, Losing Things and Cash)

The question below was shared by a student who took the IELTS test in Singapore. Here is a model answer, to show you how you might respond to this question: Speaking Part 2 (Cue Card) Describe something important that you lost. You should say: – what the item was – when and where you lost it – how you tried to find it and explain how you felt about losing it. Answer The item I lost was a gold ring that my grandmother gave me when I was a child. It wasn’t just any ring; it held a lot of sentimental value and it had been in our family for years, like a little heirloom passed from one generation to the next. The problem was that the ring eventually became too small for me to wear on any of my… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Singapore (Part 2, Describe something important that you lost)

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in the Singapore. 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 work full-time at the moment. I work as a high school maths teacher. It is quite a rewarding job. 2. What do you like most about your job or studies? I love seeing how some of my students who have struggled with maths for years slowly develop the confidence they need to work through problems. It is quite rewarding to see how you can make such a change in the lives of young people. 3. Do you enjoy fishing? Why or why not? To be honest, not really. I used to go fishing as a kid with my… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in Singapore (Part 1, Fishing)

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. How important is the choice of a place to live? I think choosing where to live is an incredibly important decision, because it will impact many aspects of your life, including your mental peace, your lifestyle and even the kind of opportunities available to you. For instance, if you live in a quiet, green area, it can help you feel calmer and less stressed, while staying in a noisy, overcrowded place might make things more hectic. Choosing the right place is also important when it comes to practical matters like access to good schools, healthcare facilities, or the time you commute to work. 2. What… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in India (Part 3, Choosing a Place to Live)

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 place you would recommend for others to live in. You should say: – what the place is – when and where you heard about it – what it looks like and explain why you think it is a good place to live. Answer I think _____________ is a great place to live. It is the capital city of _____________ , and it is truly an underrated gem that offers a balance between natural beauty and modern amenities. It’s difficult to find this combination elsewhere these days. As for how I heard about this city, since it is the capital, most Pakistanis know about… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in India (Part 2, Describe a place you would recommend for others to live in)

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 are you from? I’m from a small town called ____________, located about two hours away from the capital city of my country. It’s a quiet place surrounded by trees and mountains. 2. Do you work or are you a student? I currently work online as a freelance content writer. However, I am thinking about joining a long-distance university to study journalism, once I save enough for my course at university. 3. Why did you choose to study this subject? Well, even as a kid I was always fascinated by real life stories and I wanted to know as much as I could about the… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in India (Part 1, Devices and Talents)

The questions below were shared by a student who took the IELTS test in the UAE. Here are some model answers, to show you how you might respond to those questions: Speaking Part 3 (Discussion) 1. How can people learn about culture through places like museums and cultural sites? I think that these kinds of places are like windows into the past. They can teach people so much about culture in ways that books or lectures can’t. When you visit these places, you’re not just reading about history; you’re experiencing it. Also, places like museums are accessible to most people, and they are a convenient way to learn about our history and cultures. For example, a museum might display artefacts like clothing, tools, or art from a particular time period, and that can give you a tangible sense of how… Read More »IELTS Speaking Test in the UAE (Part 3, Learning about Culture)