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Our appreciation goes to K.F. for kindly sharing the Speaking questions from her recent IELTS test in Oman:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Do you work or are you a student?
– Why did you choose your current field of work or study?
– What do you enjoy most about it?
– Do you use any gadgets in your daily life?
– Which gadget do you use most often?
– How have gadgets changed the way people live?
– Are there any gadgets you find unnecessary?
– Do you think people rely too much on technology nowadays?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a time when you saw something beautiful in the sky, such as a sunrise, sunset, fireworks display, or something else. You should say:

– what you saw
– when and where you saw it
– who you were with

and explain how you felt when you saw it.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Why do people like to look at the sky?
– What natural phenomena in the sky do people find most fascinating?
– Do people in your country enjoy watching events like fireworks or meteor showers?
– How has technology helped us understand the sky better?
– Do you think light pollution affects how much people can enjoy the night sky?
– Should more effort be made to protect the natural view of the sky?

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We are truly grateful to Z.F. for sharing the writing tasks from the most recent IELTS exam in the UK, below:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

The tables below show the number of exchange students from a university in Europe going to a university in Australia, and the number of exchange students from a university in Australia going to universities in Europe, in the years 2007 and 2009.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

* Note: these is not the original tables given in the test, they were recreated for the purpose of demonstration.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

In many countries, companies hire more men than women for certain positions. Some people believe that employers should be required to recruit equal numbers of men and women in every field.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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The following Speaking questions were shared by our kind student L.P., who just took the IELTS test in Australia:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– How many languages can you speak?
– When did you start learning your first foreign language?
– Do you think it’s difficult to learn a new language?
– What language would you like to learn in the future?
– How do people in your country usually learn foreign languages?
– Does it often rain in your hometown?
– How do you usually feel when it rains?
– What do people in your hometown do on rainy days?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a time when you heard or received incorrect information. You should say:

– when it happened
– what the incorrect information was
– how you found out it was wrong

and explain how you felt and what you did about it.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Why do people need information in their daily lives?
– Why do some people find it hard to trust information they find online?
– Do you think people can easily tell whether information is true or false nowadays?
– What are some reliable sources of information in your country?
– How can schools help students learn to check the accuracy of information?
– Do you think misinformation can have serious effects on society?

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Our sincere thanks to Y.A. for contributing the writing tasks from the latest IELTS exam in Saudi Arabia:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

The line graph below shows the percentage of people using mobile and fixed-line phones in Africa between 1994 and 2004.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

* Note: this isn’t the original graph given in the test, it was recreated for the purpose of demonstration.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

In many countries, traditional foods are being replaced by fast food. This has a negative impact on families, individuals, and society.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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We would like to extend our sincere thanks to F.S., a student in Dubai, UAE, for generously sharing the Speaking questions from his recent IELTS test.

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Do you work or study?
– Do you live in a flat or a house?
– Is your place shared with anyone?
– What would you like to change about your current home?
– What do you usually do at home to relax?
– Do you think it’s better to live in the city or in the countryside?
– Have you ever moved to a new place?
– What is your favourite room in your home and why?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a friend you dislike. You should say:

– who this person is
– how you became friends
– what things you dislike about them

and explain how this has affected your friendship.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Why do you think friendships are important?
– Is it important to have friends of different ages, such as older and younger friends?
– Can friends replace family in people’s lives?
– How do friendships change as people get older?
– Do you think social media has changed the way people make friends?
– What qualities make a friendship last for a long time?

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We are grateful to our lovely student, T.F., for sharing the writing tasks from her recent IELTS exam in Australia.

IELTS Writing Test – General Training

Writing task 1 (a letter)

You recently read a book and noticed that it contains some incorrect information. Write a letter to the author of the book. In your letter:

– explain how you found out the information was wrong
– describe the incorrect information
– explain why it is important to correct the mistake

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

In many parts of the world, the proportion of older people is increasing. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages for society?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

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Big thanks to our student R.M. for passing along the Speaking questions from his latest IELTS exam in Canada, below:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Do you live in a house or an apartment?
– Can you describe your home a little?
– What do you like about the place where you live now?
– Is there anything you would like to change about your home?
– Have you ever lost your phone before?
– How did you feel when it happened?
– Would you like to replace your phone with a new one soon?
– Do you think phones are too expensive these days?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a time when you said “thank you” to someone. You should say:

– who the person was
– what you were thanking them for
– how you expressed your gratitude

and explain how you felt after saying “thank you”.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Do you think people today express gratitude as much as they should?
– Is it important for society as a whole to encourage people to say “thank you”?
– How do people in your country usually show appreciation?
– Do you think saying “thank you” is becoming less common in modern life? Why?
– How can schools or families teach children to be more thankful?
– Do you think gratitude is expressed differently across cultures?
– In what ways does showing gratitude strengthen relationships in society?

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A big thank you to W.H. for sharing the writing questions from his recent IELTS exam in Kuwait:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a letter)

You recently had dinner at your friend’s house and would now like to invite him/her to your favourite restaurant to return the favour.

Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:

– thank your friend for the dinner you had at his/her house
– explain why you would like to take him/her to your favourite restaurant
– say when you would like to go

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Many people who are born in rural areas move to big cities when they grow older. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

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We would like to thank our student A.H for sharing the Speaking questions from his recent IELTS test in Oman, below:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What type of colors do you like?
– Do you prefer bright colors or dark colors?
– What type of TV series do you usually watch?
– Do you like watching TV alone or with other people?
– How much time do you usually spend watching TV each day?
– Do you read magazines?
– What type of magazines do you enjoy reading?
– Do you usually read magazines alone or share them with others?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a newspaper or magazine you like reading. You should say:

– what it is called
– what it is about
– how often you read it

and explain why you enjoy reading it.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Do you think young people today are interested in newspapers and magazines? Why or why not?
– What skills do you think a journalist needs to have?
– Do you think journalists should always tell the truth in the news?
– How much responsibility do you think journalists have toward the public?
– Do you think watching the news is important even if the stories don’t affect you directly?
– How has the way people read news changed in recent years?

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We’d like to thank our dedicated student, S, who recently sat for the IELTS exam in the UK, for allowing us to share these writing tasks:

IELTS Writing Test – General Training

Writing task 1 (a letter)

Your friend and his/her family are planning to move to your hometown. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:

– describe your family house and its surroundings
– recommend some good schools for his/her children
– suggest ways for the family to meet new people in the community

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Some people believe that paying workers according to what they sell or produce is the best way to motivate them to work harder. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

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