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IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 1

Q1
Where are you living at the moment?
Q2
What do you like about the area around where you live?
Q3
How will you you use English in future?
Q4
Why do some people throw garbage on the street?
Q5
What book would you take on a long journey?
Q1
Describe a time when you helped someone. Please include in your answer: who you helped, what kind of help you offered, why this person needed your help, and explain how you felt after helping.
Q1
Why do you think it's important to help others?
Q2
What do people learn from helping others?
Q3
How can individuals and societies benefit from mutual aid?
Q4
Do you think governments are responsible for helping those in need?
Q5
Can helping others sometimes be detrimental? Please give examples.

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 2

Q1
Which is more popular in your country, drinking tea or drinking coffee?
Q2
Do you usually read for leisure or for work purposes?
Q3
How many people live in your hometown?
Q4
What kinds of city do you like?
Q5
Do you do different things in different weather (or different seasons)?
Q1
Describe a piece of art that you find interesting. You should say: what it is, where you saw it, why it interested you and explain your impression of this piece of art.
Q1
How important do you think art is in our society?
Q2
Is there a difference between art and entertainment?
Q3
How do you think technology affects art?
Q4
What part does art play in your country’s culture?
Q5
Can everyone be an artist, or does it require a certain type of personality?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 3

Q1
Do you like to share things with your friends?
Q2
What do you enjoy about learning English?
Q3
Do you like perfume?
Q4
Do you smile when you are having your picture taken?
Q5
What kind of places have you visited in your life?
Q1
Describe a time when you saw something interesting on social media. You should say: - What you saw - Who posted it - Why you found it interesting - And explain how you felt after seeing this post.
Q1
Do you think social media has more positive or negative effects on people?
Q2
How do you think social media has changed human interaction?
Q3
Why do some people spend a lot of time on social media?
Q4
How can individuals ensure they use social media responsibly?
Q5
Can social media be a reliable source of information? Why or why not?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 4

Q1
Do you like to watch movies? (Why?)
Q2
Which do you prefer, an information app or a chat app?
Q3
Do you usually read for leisure or for work purposes?
Q4
Do you consider living in the countryside in the future?
Q5
Do you think it's important to reply to emails immediately (or, quickly) after you receive them?
Q1
Describe a historical event you have learned about. You should say: - What the event was - Where it took place - What happened - And why you think it was interesting
Q1
Why do you think it's important to learn about historical events?
Q2
Do you think the way history is taught in schools is effective?
Q3
How do historical events influence the present?
Q4
In your opinion, what is the most significant historical event of all time?
Q5
Do some countries emphasize certain historical events more than others? Why or why not?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 5

Q1
Where do you listen to it?
Q2
Can you see the moon and stars at night where you live?
Q3
When do you think children start to have their own ideas?
Q4
How do you feel when you listen to this music?
Q5
Do you think females are good at maths?
Q1
Describe a time when you tried a new food for the first time. You should say: - Where you were - What you ate - What it tasted like - and explain whether or not you liked it.
Q1
In your country, how important is it to have traditional meals on special occasions?
Q2
Would you say the food preferences change as people get older? Why or why not?
Q3
In general, do you think people's eating habits are changing? How?
Q4
Do you think it's important for people to cook at home rather than always eating out? Why or why not?
Q5
What influence does culture have on people's food preferences?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 6

Q1
Would you like to be a movie star?
Q2
How will you you use English in future?
Q3
Do you prefer to drink tea, or coffee?
Q4
What kind of pets are common in your country?
Q5
Do you feel the climate is changing?
Q1
Describe a piece of technology (not a computer) that you frequently use. You should say: - What the device is - How often you use it - What you use it for - and explain why it is important to you.
Q1
What role does technology play in modern life?
Q2
Do you think we rely too much on technology?
Q3
What could be the possible disadvantages of using technology?
Q4
How has this device changed your life or your daily routine?
Q5
Do you think this device could be improved in any way?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 7

Q1
When does your voice change?
Q2
When do people smile to others?
Q3
Are any foreign movie stars famous in your country?
Q4
Did you walk more in the past ?
Q5
Do you take anything when you visit your relatives?
Q1
Describe a historical building you have visited. You should say: - Where it is - What you did there - Why you went there - And explain how you felt about it
Q1
How does the historical architecture in your country compare to modern architecture?
Q2
Do you think it's important to preserve historical buildings? Why or why not?
Q3
What kind of role do historical buildings play in education?
Q4
How can we encourage younger generations to appreciate historical buildings?
Q5
Do you think the government should spend money on maintaining historical buildings? Why or why not?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 8

Q1
Which major will you change it to?
Q2
Do you like crowded places?
Q3
Do you prefer to use email or text messaging?
Q4
What would you like to change about your lifestyle?
Q5
Do you lead an active life?
Q1
Describe a time when you travelled by public transport. You should say: - Where you were going - What kind of public transport you used - Who you were with - And explain how you felt about this experience.
Q1
Do you think people prefer private or public transport?
Q2
What can be done to improve public transport?
Q3
How has public transportation changed over the years in your country?
Q4
What's the role of government in providing public transport?
Q5
How does the quality of public transport affect city life?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 9

Q1
What kind of pets are common in your country?
Q2
Are you ever late for anything?
Q3
How often do you smile?
Q4
Do you have a lot of friends?
Q5
Do you work or are you a student?
Q1
Describe a book that had a major influence on you. You should say: - what the book is - why you decided to read it - what is it about, and - explain why it had a major influence on you.
Q1
Can you tell me how often you read?
Q2
What type of books do you prefer to read and why?
Q3
Do you think it's important for children to develop a habit of reading?
Q4
Has the increased popularity of e-books changed your attitudes towards traditional hand-held books?
Q5
Do you think reading habits have changed in your country over recent years?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 10

Q1
What types of films do you like to watch?
Q2
Do you think it is an easy way to make friends through social networking apps?
Q3
Do you think young people organize their time in the same way?
Q4
In what ways do you think teachers and parents are different when teaching young people?
Q5
How often do you go to a cinema?
Q1
Describe an interesting tradition in your country. You should say: - What the tradition is - When it is celebrated - How you celebrate it - And explain why it is important to your country.
Q1
What can we learn from traditions?
Q2
In what ways do traditions contribute to a society?
Q3
Are there any traditions in your country that you feel should be abolished? Why?
Q4
How can old traditional values exist alongside modern societal transformations?
Q5
In the face of globalization, do you think it is important to hold on to traditions?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 11

Q1
Do you like handwriting ?
Q2
Do you prefer to write on a computer or to write using a pen?
Q3
Would you recommend that job to others?
Q4
Which city have you been to recently?
Q5
Do you lead an active life?
Q1
Describe a time when you received good news. You should say: - What the news was about - How you received this news - How you felt about it - And explain why this was good news for you
Q1
How do people usually receive good news?
Q2
In your opinion, is it more important to share good news or bad news?
Q3
Why do some people feel uncomfortable when they receive good news?
Q4
How can news be delivered in a better way?
Q5
Do you think technology has changed the way we receive news? How?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 12

Q1
Is your voice similar to that of a family members?
Q2
Which season do you like best? /Do you have a favourite type of weather?
Q3
How do you organize you time?
Q4
Which do you prefer, an information app or a chat app?
Q5
Do you think there should be more public holidays?
Q1
Describe an important letter or email that you received. You should say: - Who the sender was - What the letter/email was about - How you felt when you received it - And explain why it was important to you.
Q1
How do people usually communicate in your country, by emails, letters or face to face contact?
Q2
What are the advantages and disadvantages in your view of sending official communications by email rather than post?
Q3
Do you prefer to write letters or emails? Why?
Q4
How has the rise in email usage impacted postal services in your homeland?
Q5
In your opinion, will emails completely replace letters in the future?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 13

Q1
Do you like reading?
Q2
Do you think people in your city will walk more in the future?
Q3
Are cinema tickets expensive in your country?
Q4
Can you explain why some people are not very patient?
Q5
Do you like crowded places?
Q1
Describe something special you brought home from a holiday. You should say: - what it was - when and where you went on this holiday - what you did with it after you brought it home - and explain why you thought it was special.
Q1
Why do people buy souvenirs?
Q2
What types of things do people buy as souvenirs?
Q3
Do you think people should plan their trip before traveling?
Q4
How do people choose a travel destination?
Q5
Do you think different types of people tend to buy different sorts of souvenirs?
Q6
What types of souvenirs do visitors to your country buy?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 14

Q1
In which seasons do you prefer to travel?
Q2
Where do you listen to it?
Q3
Do you like to listen to live music?
Q4
Which major do you want to choose in college? Why? (if you do not have a major yet)
Q5
Has a foreign visitor ever stayed at your home?
Q1
Describe a time when you moved to a new school, home, university or new city. You should say: - Where you moved to - Why you moved - How you felt about moving - And explain how this move changed your life
Q1
What are some of the challenges associated with moving to a new place?
Q2
Do you think it's better to move to a new place when you're young or older? Why?
Q3
How can moving to a new city or country be a positive experience?
Q4
In your opinion, how does changing one's environment impact personal growth?
Q5
Do you believe moving to a new place frequently can affect someone's stability? How?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 15

Q1
Have your sleeping habits changed since you were younger?
Q2
Do people in your country ever give tea as a gift?
Q3
What would you like to change about your lifestyle?
Q4
What kind of places have you visited in your life?
Q5
What is the difficulties in learning languages ?
Q1
Describe a restaurant you like You should say: - where it is - how often you go there - what food it has. - and explain why you like it.
Q1
In what ways are restaurants that serve foreign dishes different to restaurants that serve only food from your country?
Q2
Do you think people generally have good knowledge about nutrition?
Q3
Besides the food, what other attributes (qualities) can make a restaurant attractive to people?
Q4
Is food safety ever a problem in your country?  See Note
Q5
Do you think expensive ('fancy') restaurants are always better than cheaper restaurants?
Q6
What do you suggest could be done about those problems?
Q7
Do many people in your country eat out (= eat in restaurants)?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 16

Q1
How often do you begin to learn math?
Q2
Do you like perfume?
Q3
Are you learning a musical instrument at the moment?
Q4
What do you do when you see rubbish on the street?
Q5
Do you think it is an easy way to make friends through social networking apps?
Q1
Describe a piece of art you like. You should say: - What the work of art is - When you first saw it - What you know about it - And explain why you like it.
Q1
Do you think art classes are necessary in schools?
Q2
What role does art play in society?
Q3
Why do some people believe that the government should support art?
Q4
Do you think that art is only for leisure or it can also have other functions?
Q5
What influence can art have on a person's mood or outlook?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 17

Q1
Do you think a person's handwriting reflects their personality?
Q2
What job do you think you will be doing in five years?
Q3
Do you like travelling?
Q4
Who is your best friend and why?
Q5
Are there many celebrity athletes in your country?
Q1
Describe a time when you were very busy. You should say: - When was it? - What were you busy with? - Why were you so busy? - Explain how you managed your time.
Q1
Are there any specific time management techniques that you find particularly effective?
Q2
Do you think people are more busy today than in the past? Why?
Q3
How does being busy affect personal relationships?
Q4
What role does technology play in making people busy?
Q5
In your opinion, is it better to be busy or have a lot of free time?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 18

Q1
Would you say people with the same interests usually get along with each other when they are in a crowd?
Q2
Do you have many friends there?
Q3
Are there many celebrity athletes in your country?
Q4
How often do you smile?
Q5
When you go out do you most often drink tea, or coffee?
Q1
Describe a journey (by car, plane, boat) that you remember well. You should say: where you went; how you travelled; why you went on the journey; and explain why you remember this journey well.
Q1
Do you like to travel by car, or do you prefer other means of transport?
Q2
Why do you think some people enjoy long journeys more than others do?
Q3
How has tourism changed in your country in recent years?
Q4
What environmental impacts do you think travel and tourism can have?
Q5
In what ways can tourism be harmful to a culture or a place?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 19

Q1
Do you prefer the city or the countryside?
Q2
Did you learn anything about the planets and stars at school?
Q3
Do you think you are more patient now than when you were younger?
Q4
Do you like maths?
Q5
Do you prefer to go to crowded places or places that have few people?
Q1
Describe a school you attended in your childhood. You should say: where it was, how big it was, what the building(s) looked like, and explain how you felt about this school.
Q1
Do you think your early education has significantly influenced your personality? How or how not?
Q2
In what way should schooling be improved, based on your personal experience?
Q3
What is your perspective on online learning for younger students?
Q4
How do you view the role of extra-curricular activities in schools?
Q5
What aspect of your early school life do you remember most fondly and why?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 20

Q1
Do you like maths?
Q2
Do you think plastic bags are a serious environmental problem?
Q3
What's your major?
Q4
How often do you read?
Q5
Is there anything you dislike about learning English?
Q1
Describe a time when you received a call from someone you do not know in a public place. You should say: - Where you were when you received this call - Who called you - What the call was about and - Explain how you felt about receiving this call.
Q1
Do you think it is necessary to be polite to strangers over the phone?
Q2
How comfortable are people with chatting in public places?
Q3
How does technology affect communication, especially in public places?
Q4
Describe a role that cell phones play in your life.
Q5
Do you think privacy is being compromised due to the use of mobile phones in public?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 21

Q1
Do you lead an active life?
Q2
Do you prefer to drink tea, or coffee?
Q3
Do you make plans every day?
Q4
How do you feel when people don't return things they borrowed from you?
Q5
Are there many celebrity athletes in your country?
Q1
Describe a time when you saw an interesting animal. You should say: - Where did you see this animal? - What was happening at the time? - What were your initial thoughts? - Explain why this animal fascinated you.
Q1
What role do animals play in your country's culture and society?
Q2
Do you think people should keep unusual pets?
Q3
Do people in your country usually have pets at home?
Q4
What do you think is the reason that some people prefer not to have animals at home?
Q5
What benefits do people gain from interacting with animals?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 22

Q1
Where are you from
Q2
How often do you play sports?
Q3
Has your taste in movies changed since you were younger?
Q4
Have you ever been to a musical performance?
Q5
Do you like to smile?
Q1
Describe a person whom you admire because of his/her honesty. You should say: - Who this person is - How you know them - What they did to show their honesty - And explain why you admire their honesty
Q1
Do you think honesty is important in friendships and why?
Q2
In your opinion, are people becoming less honest these days?
Q3
How can parents teach their children about honesty?
Q4
Do you think honesty always leads to happiness?
Q5
Is honesty always the best policy?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 23

Q1
Do you think you will use more those social networking apps ?
Q2
Do you use email?
Q3
Have you ever had an experience of being thirsty, but not having any water to drink?
Q4
What kinds of music do you like to listen to?
Q5
Would you move to another city because of the weather?
Q1
Describe a time when you saw something interesting on social media. You should say: - What you saw - Who posted it - Why you found it interesting - And explain how you felt after seeing this post.
Q1
Do you think social media has more positive or negative effects on people?
Q2
How do you think social media has changed human interaction?
Q3
Why do some people spend a lot of time on social media?
Q4
How can individuals ensure they use social media responsibly?
Q5
Can social media be a reliable source of information? Why or why not?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 24

Q1
Do you usually write ?
Q2
Is there anything that you would not share with others?
Q3
Do you often (like to) listen to music?
Q4
Have you ever had an experience of being thirsty, but not having any water to drink?
Q5
How do you feel when you see other people throw garbage on the street?
Q1
Describe a time when you saw lots of people smiling. You should say: - when and where you saw them - why they were smiling - what they were doing - and explain how you felt about it.
Q1
Why do you think smiling is important in social interactions?
Q2
Do people in your culture smile a lot?
Q3
In what situations might a person not want to smile?
Q4
Do you think that smiling can help improve a person's mood?
Q5
What is your opinion on the phrase, 'smiling is contagious'?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 25

Q1
What do you like most about your job?
Q2
Do you think your city is clean or not?
Q3
How often do you read?
Q4
Did you sleep more in the past than you do now?
Q5
Do you think it's important to keep the city clean?
Q1
Talk about a toy that you liked in your childhood. You should say: - what kind of toy it was - who gave it to you - how often you played with it - and explain why you liked this toy.
Q1
Do you still keep that toy?
Q2
How has the popularity of toys changed over time?
Q3
Are there any traditional toys specific to your country?
Q4
In what ways do toys benefit children's development?
Q5
Do you think toy companies should design more educational toys?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 26

Q1
Do you think your city is clean or not?
Q2
Do you usually watch films alone or with others?
Q3
Are your music tastes varied?
Q4
What do you like most about your job?
Q5
Would you say you manage your time well?
Q1
Describe a time when you had to make a difficult decision. You should say: - what the decision was - how you made the decision - what the results of the decision were - and explain why it was a difficult decision for you.
Q1
What do you think are the main difficulties people face when they have to make a difficult decision?
Q2
Do you think it's always better to take a long time to make sure you make the right decision?
Q3
Do you think some people are too indecisive?
Q4
Do you think it's easier to make decisions when you are younger or older?
Q5
Do you rely on your feelings more than your thoughts when making decisions?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 27

Q1
How do you like your courses?
Q2
When you visit new places, what do you like to do?
Q3
Do you have many friends there?
Q4
Do you consider living in the countryside in the future?
Q5
When was the last time you drank some tea or coffee?
Q1
Describe an interesting tradition in your country. You should say: - What the tradition is - How you learnt it - What it is for - and explain why it is interesting.
Q1
How have traditions in your country changed over the years?
Q2
Do young people in your country still follow traditional practices? Why, or why not?
Q3
How important do you think it is to preserve traditions in today's modern world?
Q4
Can you tell me about any traditions that have disappeared, and why you think they've disappeared?
Q5
In what ways can we promote traditional practices to the younger generation?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 28

Q1
What kinds of book do you like to read?
Q2
Have you ever had an experience of being thirsty, but not having any water to drink?
Q3
Do you like to drink water?
Q4
Do you like travelling?
Q5
Are you ever late for anything?
Q1
Describe a book that had a major influence on you. You should say: - What the book is - Who the author is - What the book is about - Explain why the book was so influential on you.
Q1
Do you think eBooks will replace physical books in the future? Why or why not?
Q2
How do you think technology has changed reading habits?
Q3
In your opinion, what kind of books should children be encouraged to read?
Q4
Do you believe that the power of books is underestimated in our society today?
Q5
Can a book's influence ever be negative? If yes, in what way?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 29

Q1
Is music an important subject at school in your country ?
Q2
Do you think a person's handwriting reflects their personality?
Q3
Do you like to smile?
Q4
Do you prefer to look at the sky in the daytime, or at night?
Q5
Are any foreign movie stars famous in your country?
Q1
Describe a skill that you learned when you were a child. You should say: - What this skill was - When and how you learned it - Why you learned this skill - And explain how this skill is useful to you now.
Q1
Do you think children can learn every skill? Why or why not?
Q2
What factors impact the learning ability of children?
Q3
How can parents encourage their children to learn new skills?
Q4
What skills do you think children should learn today for the future?
Q5
How important is it to keep learning new skills throughout life?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 30

Q1
Do you like it when it's raining?
Q2
What would you like to change about your lifestyle?
Q3
Are you planning to move to another area to live?
Q4
Is there a good place to look at the sky where you live?
Q5
Do you prefer to drink hot water or cool (or cold) water?
Q1
Describe an interesting conversation you had. You should say: - Who you had the conversation with - What the conversation was about - Why you found the conversation interesting
Q1
How important is conversation in your day-to-day life?
Q2
In what situations do people have serious conversations?
Q3
Do you think conversation skills are something that can be taught or learned?
Q4
How have methods of conversation or communication changed in recent years?
Q5
Why do some people prefer texting to face-to-face conversations?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 31

Q1
Is it different from what you had in mind?
Q2
Do you like handwriting ?
Q3
How often do you smile?
Q4
Do you like to smile?
Q5
Why do you like tea, coffee?
Q1
Describe a place you visited that has been affected by pollution. You should say: - where it was - what kind of pollution you saw - what the causes of this pollution are and - what you felt about this situation.
Q1
How does pollution affect the daily lives of people?
Q2
What are some long-term effects of pollution on nature and wildlife?
Q3
What actions can be taken to reduce pollution in cities?
Q4
Should governments spend more on reducing pollution or on educating people about the dangers of pollution? Why?
Q5
How can individuals contribute to reducing pollution?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 32

Q1
Do you like to watch movies? (Why?)
Q2
Do you prefer to write on a computer or to write using a pen?
Q3
Do you prefer to drink tea, or coffee?
Q4
Would you like to be a teacher?
Q5
How often do you have a drink of water?
Q1
Describe a piece of art (e.g. painting, sculpture) you saw that you find interesting. You should say: - where you saw it - what it looked like - why you found it interesting
Q1
What does art mean to you personally?
Q2
In your opinion, is art important in society? Why or why not?
Q3
How can art influence the way people think or feel?
Q4
Do you think art should be integrated into education systems? Why or why not?
Q5
Do different cultures have different perceptions of what is considered art? Why do you think that is?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 33

Q1
Do you prefer to drink bottled water or tap water?
Q2
Have you ever been to a concert before?
Q3
Do you think you are more patient now than when you were younger?
Q4
Which is more popular in your country, drinking tea or drinking coffee?
Q5
Do you have a lot of friends?
Q1
Describe a journey (by car, plane, boat) that you remember well. You should say: where you went; how you travelled; why you went on the journey; and explain why you remember this journey well.
Q1
Do you like to travel by car, or do you prefer other means of transport?
Q2
Why do you think some people enjoy long journeys more than others do?
Q3
How has tourism changed in your country in recent years?
Q4
What environmental impacts do you think travel and tourism can have?
Q5
In what ways can tourism be harmful to a culture or a place?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 34

Q1
Do you like the city you are living in now?
Q2
Have your sleeping habits changed since you were younger?
Q3
Which season do you like best? /Do you have a favourite type of weather?
Q4
Do you have a large extended family?
Q5
Have you ever been to a musical performance?
Q1
Describe an interesting tradition in your country. You should say: - What the tradition is - When it is celebrated - How it is celebrated - And explain why it is important to your country.
Q1
Why do you think it is important to maintain traditions?
Q2
Are young people in your country still interested in traditional customs?
Q3
Can you name any other traditions that are significant in your country?
Q4
Do you think traditions will change in the future?
Q5
How does the modern lifestyle impact traditional celebrations?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 35

Q1
Do you think it's good to have a nap during the day?
Q2
Would you like to be a movie star?
Q3
Are you a patient person?
Q4
Did you sleep more in the past than you do now?
Q5
How easy is it to read books in English?
Q1
Describe a time when you got lost. You should say: - where you were - who you were with - how you felt when you realized you were lost - and explain what you did to find your way.
Q1
Do you think it's easy to get lost in new places?
Q2
Why do some people prefer to travel without using navigation tools?
Q3
How have modern technologies influenced our ability to navigate?
Q4
Do you think human ability to navigate naturally has decreased because of reliance on technology?
Q5
What skills do you think are important for navigating in unfamiliar places?

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Q1
Are there four different seasons in your hometown?
Q2
How do you organize you time?
Q3
When do you think children start to have their own ideas?
Q4
Did you prefer team sports or individual sports when you were young?
Q5
Do you spend time playing outside or inside ?
Q1
Describe a worthwhile journey that you have made. You should say: - when you made this journey - why you made it - what the result of it was - and explain why you think this journey was worthwhile to you.
Q1
Do people in your country frequently travel long distances?
Q2
What do you think motivates people to make long journeys?
Q3
What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of travelling alone?
Q4
How has technology changed the way people travel?
Q5
Has tourism had a positive or negative impact on your country?

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Q1
How much traveling have you done?
Q2
Do you use email?
Q3
Who are more important to you, friends or family?
Q4
Did you play at your friend's home?
Q5
When people in your country entertain guests do they usually drink tea, or coffee?
Q1
Describe an occasion when you saw a lot of people smiling.
Q1
Why do you think people smile more in some situations than others?
Q2
Do you think a person's smile can reveal a lot about their personality?
Q3
Can you give any examples of situations in which people might smile, even if they do not feel happy?
Q4
Why do you think people often smile in photographs?
Q5
How important do you think smiling is in social situations?

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Q1
How do you feel in crowded places?
Q2
Are you planning to move to another area to live?
Q3
Have you ever borrowed money from others?
Q4
Do you do different things in different weather (or different seasons)?
Q5
Do you think this job has a bright future?
Q1
Describe a time when you helped someone. You should say: - Who you helped - How you helped them - Why you decided to help them And explain how you felt after helping them.
Q1
Why do you think people should help each other?
Q2
What do you think are the effects of helping others on the person who provides help?
Q3
Do you think that people today are as willing to help each other as they were in the past?
Q4
In what ways can we encourage young children to help others?
Q5
How can helping others benefit the society in general?

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Q1
Are there good job opportunities in your home country?
Q2
Do you like handwriting ?
Q3
How do you like your courses?
Q4
Would you like to be a movie star?
Q5
Would you say your handwriting is easy for others to read?
Q1
Describe a time when you travelled by public transport. You should say: - Where you were going - What kind of public transport you used - Who you were with - And explain how you felt about this experience.
Q1
Do you think people prefer private or public transport?
Q2
What can be done to improve public transport?
Q3
How has public transportation changed over the years in your country?
Q4
What's the role of government in providing public transport?
Q5
How does the quality of public transport affect city life?

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Q1
Does your country have many public holidays?
Q2
Do you often watch sports on TV?
Q3
What makes a good teacher?
Q4
How many people are there in your immediate family?
Q5
Where did you play when you were a child?
Q1
Describe a leader you admire (for example, in sports, business, politics or the arts). You should say: - Who the person is - How you know about this person - What this person did to gain respect - And explain why you admire him/her
Q1
What qualities make a good leader?
Q2
How can leaders influence others?
Q3
Do you think anyone can become a leader?
Q4
Has the concept of leadership changed over the years?
Q5
How important is it for a leader to admit when they are wrong?

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Q1
Do you prefer traveling alone or in a group?
Q2
When do people smile to others?
Q3
What is the best season to travel in your country?
Q4
How often do you begin to learn math?
Q5
Can you explain why some people are not very patient?
Q1
Describe a family member who has had an important influence on you. You should say - who the person is - what kind of person they are - what they have done to influence you - and why you think they have had such an influence on you.
Q1
Would you say family has a strong influence on a person’s character?
Q2
In your culture, are there expectations about what different family members should do?
Q3
Do you think the role of family in our lives has changed because of modern culture?
Q4
In what ways might people be influenced by their friends as well as their family?
Q5
How important do you think individuality is within a family?

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Q1
Do you usually wear a watch?
Q2
Is live music popular in your country?
Q3
Do you think it is an easy way to make friends through social networking apps?
Q4
Do you use perfume?
Q5
What kinds of book do you like to read?
Q1
Describe a piece of electronic equipment that you find useful. You should say: - What it is - How often you use it - What you use it for - And explain why it is important to you
Q1
What do you think are the disadvantages of relying too much on electronic equipment?
Q2
Do you think electronic equipment has made people less interactive?
Q3
To what extent do you think electronic equipment is shaping our society?
Q4
Do you think children should be allowed to use electronic equipment whenever they want?
Q5
Why do you think technology companies keep updating their products?

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Q1
Would you say young people are more patient than older people?
Q2
What work do you do?
Q3
Which season do you like best? /Do you have a favourite type of weather?
Q4
no?
Q5
Do you like crowded places?
Q1
Describe an interesting conversation you had recently. You should say: - Who you spoke with - What the conversation was about - Why the conversation was interesting
Q1
Why do you think face-to-face conversation is important?
Q2
Do you prefer to talk to people in person or by phone? Why?
Q3
What skills are important for effective communication?
Q4
Do you think people's manner of speaking changes depending on who they are talking to?
Q5
How important is conversation in maintaining relationships?

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Q1
Why did you choose that job?
Q2
Do you use email?
Q3
What makes a good teacher?
Q4
What specific things do you do on your job?
Q5
Do you think maths is important?
Q1
Describe a person in your family who you most admire. You should say: - Who the person is - What he or she is like - And explain why you admire him or her
Q1
What are the most important qualities in a family member?
Q2
Do you think families in your country are closer now than they were in the past?
Q3
In what ways have families in your country changed over recent decades?
Q4
How important do you think spending time with family is?
Q5
What role do grandparents play in families in your country?

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Q1
Is your voice similar to that of a family members?
Q2
Do you like reading?
Q3
What are the most interesting and the difficult part of your job?
Q4
How do you like your courses?
Q5
Do you prefer a holiday at a beach or other?
Q1
Describe a special toy you had in your childhood. You should say: - what the toy was - who gave it to you - how you used to play with it - and explain why it was special to you.
Q1
Do you think children's toys affect their development? Why or why not?
Q2
How have children's toys changed over the years?
Q3
What role do you think technology plays in the toys industry today?
Q4
Do you think children should have less electronic toys and engage more with traditional toys? Why or why not?
Q5
What factors should parents consider when buying toys for their children?

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Q1
Do you like to smile?
Q2
Where did you play when you were a child?
Q3
Do you like reading?
Q4
Do most people in your country (still) wear a watch nowadays?
Q5
Are your music tastes varied?
Q1
Describe an artist or entertainer you admire. You should say: - who they are and what kind of art they produce - how you found out about them - why you admire them - and explain how they influence in your life.
Q1
Do you think art and entertainment are important in today’s society? Why or why not?
Q2
How do the arts contribute to education?
Q3
Is there a strong tradition of art in your culture?
Q4
Do you think that artistic talent is innate or can it be learned?
Q5
How do the media and advertising influence public opinion about artists and entertainers?

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Q1
Would you like to be a movie star?
Q2
In the future, are you planning to learn other languages
Q3
How do you like your courses?
Q4
What is your hometown famous for?
Q5
Have you ever borrowed books from others?
Q1
Describe a time when you helped someone. You should say: - Who you helped - How you helped them - What the result was - And explain how you felt about helping.
Q1
Do you think people are more willing to help others today than in the past?
Q2
Is it more important to help people in your own country than to help people in other countries? Why?
Q3
Why do some people feel good about helping others while some people don’t?
Q4
What role do schools play in encouraging young people to help others?
Q5
Do you think it's necessary to receive gratitude when you help someone?

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Q1
Would you recommend that job to others?
Q2
Do you have a job right now?
Q3
Can you see the moon and stars at night where you live?
Q4
Do you usually read for leisure or for work purposes?
Q5
Would you prefer to live in a place that has the same weather all year, or a place that has four seasons?
Q1
Describe an intelligent person that you know. You should say: - Who the person is - How you know this person - Why you believe this person is intelligent - And describe how this person demonstrates their intelligence.
Q1
Do you think intelligence is more nature or nurture?
Q2
How important is it to be intelligent?
Q3
What different forms of intelligence can a person have?
Q4
How do people generally perceive intelligence in your culture?
Q5
Do you think intelligence can be improved or developed?

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Q1
Do you often watch a movie (a film)?
Q2
Do you think it is difficult to learn a new sport?
Q3
Why did you choose that major?
Q4
Do you like to sing along to your favourite songs?
Q5
Do you like going to the cinema?
Q1
Describe a time when you travelled by public transport. You should say: - Where you were going - What kind of public transport you used - Who you were with - And explain how you felt about this experience.
Q1
Do you think people prefer private or public transport?
Q2
What can be done to improve public transport?
Q3
How has public transportation changed over the years in your country?
Q4
What's the role of government in providing public transport?
Q5
How does the quality of public transport affect city life?

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Q1
How do you feel when you see other people throw garbage on the street?
Q2
Way to learn languages
Q3
Have you ever had an experience of being thirsty, but not having any water to drink?
Q4
Do you usually watch films alone or with others?
Q5
What is the perfect holiday for you?
Q1
Describe a time when you saw interesting animals. You should say: - where you saw them - what happened when you saw them - how you felt about this experience And explain why they were interesting.
Q1
What was the most interesting animal you have ever seen? Why?
Q2
Do you think cities should create more spaces like zoos and aquariums for people to see animals?
Q3
In your country, what is people's general attitude towards animals?
Q4
Some people believe animals should not be kept in zoos. What is your opinion about this?
Q5
How important are animals in your country's culture?