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IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 1

Q1
What kind of person is it easy to make friends with?
Q2
What changes would you like to see in this area?
Q3
Would you say most people in your country know why you have those holidays?
Q4
Are there good job opportunities in your home country?
Q5
How do you feel in crowded places?
Q1
Describe a time when you were really close to a wild animal. You should say: - where you were - what the animal was - what happened - and explain how you felt about this experience.
Q1
Do you think wildlife should be protected? How?
Q2
Would you like to have a job related to wild animals? Why or why not?
Q3
What types of wild animals are popular in your country?
Q4
What are some of the dangers of interacting with wild animals?
Q5
Do you think zoos play a significant role in wildlife conservation? Why or why not?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 2

Q1
Do you think it is difficult to learn a new sport?
Q2
Do you lead an active life?
Q3
Do you think it's good to have a nap during the day?
Q4
How often do you use email (or, write emails)?
Q5
Do you prefer traveling alone or in a group?
Q1
Describe a party that you enjoyed. You should say: - When and where was the party - What the party was for - What you did at the party - And explain why you enjoyed the party.
Q1
What are different types of parties people have in your country?
Q2
Do you think parties are important? Why or why not?
Q3
How do people usually celebrate birthdays in your country?
Q4
How have parties and celebrations changed in your country over the years?
Q5
Do you enjoy large gatherings and parties or do you prefer smaller, intimate events? Why?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 3

Q1
How often do you have a drink of water?
Q2
Does the weather in your country change often?
Q3
Do males and females generally use the same kinds of bags?
Q4
How often do you use email (or, write emails)?
Q5
Do you think there will be a car sharing in the future?
Q1
Describe a useful app on your mobile phone. You should say: What the app is How long you have been using it What you use it for And explain why you think it's useful
Q1
Do you think mobile apps are making life easier?
Q2
What are the advantages and disadvantages of using mobile apps?
Q3
How do you feel about the privacy and security issues with some mobile apps?
Q4
Do you think mobile apps are replacing physical products or services?
Q5
What types of mobile apps do you think will be popular in the future?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 4

Q1
When do you listen to music?
Q2
What's the biggest difficulty you have when managing time?
Q3
How do you feel when you see other people throw garbage on the street?
Q4
Is playing outside good for children?
Q5
Did you play at your friend's home?
Q1
Describe an interesting animal that you have come across. You should say: - What type of animal it is - When and where you saw it - What it looked like - and explain why you think it is interesting.
Q1
Do you think animals should be kept in zoos?
Q2
What responsibilities do humans have towards animals?
Q3
What animals are popular as pets in your country? Why?
Q4
Do you agree with the idea of using animals in scientific experiments?
Q5
Should animals have legal rights?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 5

Q1
Do you have a job right now?
Q2
Do you think young people organize their time in the same way?
Q3
Do you think maths is important?
Q4
In which seasons do you prefer to travel?
Q5
Do people in your country ever give tea as a gift?
Q1
Describe a family business that you know. You should say: - what this business is - how long it has been running - who the customers are - what you think about this business
Q1
What are the benefits and drawbacks of running a family business?
Q2
Do you think family-owned businesses are more dedicated to their work?
Q3
How does a family business contribute to the local community?
Q4
Can a family business compete with big companies? Why or why not?
Q5
What kind of difficulties might family businesses face?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 6

Q1
Do you often watch a movie (a film)?
Q2
How do you think parents could encourage their children to share?
Q3
In the future, are you planning to learn other languages
Q4
Which city do you want to go to?
Q5
Have you given up reading a book recently?
Q1
Describe a time when you received money as a gift. You should say: - When you received it - Who gave it to you - What you did with it - Explain how you felt about this gift.
Q1
Do you think it's appropriate to give money as a gift? Why or why not?
Q2
What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving and receiving money as a gift?
Q3
How do people in your country typically use money that they receive as a gift?
Q4
Do you think people's attitudes towards receiving money as a gift have changed over time?
Q5
Would you rather gift someone a thoughtful item or money, and why?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 7

Q1
Do you have a lot of friends?
Q2
When did you start listening to this type of music?
Q3
no?
Q4
Who would you most like to be friends with and why?
Q5
What skills and qualifications are required for this job?
Q1
Describe a time when you had to use your imagination. You should say: - When this was - What the situation was - Why you had to use your imagination - And explain how you felt about it.
Q1
Do you think it's more important to be logical or imaginative?
Q2
Do you believe schools should focus on enhancing a child's creativity?
Q3
At what age do you think creativity begins to manifest in a person?
Q4
Can creativity and imagination be learned or is it innate?
Q5
Do you agree that technological advancement is killing human creativity?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 8

Q1
Do you often watch a movie (a film)?
Q2
Are cinema tickets expensive in your country?
Q3
Are you willing to share your favourite possessions?
Q4
How many hours do you sleep every day (or, every night)?
Q5
Who do you live with?
Q1
Describe a place full of color that you have visited. You should say - - where it is - what you did there - why it is full of color - and explain how you felt about the place.
Q1
What impact do colors have on our moods?
Q2
Should people pay attention to the color they wear?
Q3
What does the color scheme of a place say about its culture or people?
Q4
How important are colors in marketing and advertising?
Q5
Do you think different cultures understand and appreciate colors in the same way?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 9

Q1
Some people think that maths isn't needed in our life. What do you think?
Q2
Did you play at your friend's home?
Q3
How will you you use English in future?
Q4
Do you like listening to yours recordings?
Q5
What kinds of apps do you expect in the future?
Q1
Describe a time when you gave advice to others. You should say: - Who you gave the advice to - What the advice was - Why you gave this advice - And explain how they reacted to your advice
Q1
Why do people usually give advice?
Q2
Is it always good to follow advice?
Q3
Do you think younger people give advice to older people?
Q4
Should parents always listen to their children's advice?
Q5
What type of advice do you normally receive?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 10

Q1
What kinds of book do you like to read?
Q2
Do you think a person's handwriting reflects their personality?
Q3
Do you prefer to drink hot water or cool (or cold) water?
Q4
Do you think maths is important?
Q5
What's the biggest difficulty you have when managing time?
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 11

Q1
Do you think you will be more patient in the future?
Q2
How often do you begin to learn math?
Q3
When are you impatient?
Q4
Do you often watch a movie (a film)?
Q5
Do you think your city is clean or not?
Q1
Describe a piece of art that you find beautiful (for example a painting, sculpture, film, or dance). You should say: - what the art piece is, - when and where you first saw it, - describe the art piece and explain why you find it beautiful.
Q1
What type of art do you like?
Q2
Do people in your country have a good understanding of art?
Q3
What role does art play in society?
Q4
What are the benefits of having art in public places?
Q5
Do you think it's better to see art in person or view it online?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 12

Q1
Who is your best friend and why?
Q2
What kinds of apps do you expect in the future?
Q3
What do you like about the area around where you live?
Q4
Do you like to smile?
Q5
How will you you use English in future?
Q1
Describe an important decision you have made with the help of another person. You should say - who the person is - how this person was able to help you - why you needed to make this decision and what the outcome was.
Q1
Do you often seek advice from others when making decisions? Why?
Q2
In your opinion, what qualities are important for a good advisor?
Q3
In what types of situations do people generally need help to make decisions?
Q4
Why do some people find it difficult to make decisions?
Q5
What can be the consequences of making decisions without seeking advice?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 13

Q1
Where do you often walk ?
Q2
How much traveling have you done?
Q3
Do you feel the climate is changing?
Q4
Are you planning to move to another area to live?
Q5
Do you have a busy social life?
Q1
Describe a book that had a major influence on you. You should say: - what the book is - how you first heard of the book - what is the main story of the book - and explain why it had such a large influence on you.
Q1
Do you think the books we read can shape our views on life?
Q2
How often do you read books and what kind of books do you usually read?
Q3
Do you prefer printed books or e-books? Why?
Q4
In this digital age, do you think books are still important? Why or why not?
Q5
Some people believe that classic books are more important to read than contemporary ones. What is your opinion on this?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 14

Q1
How many hours do you sleep every day (or, every night)?
Q2
Is playing outside good for children?
Q3
Would you say it's important to drink water?
Q4
Where are you from
Q5
Do you think there will be a car sharing in the future?
Q1
Describe a time when you tried a new food for the first time. You should say: - where you tried this food - why you decided to try it - what the food was - and explain if you liked or disliked it.
Q1
What new foods are you interested in trying in the future?
Q2
Why do you think some people are reluctant to try new foods?
Q3
How has globalisation impacted the food industry in your country?
Q4
Do you think it's important to have a diverse diet?
Q5
How have your eating and food choices changed over time and why?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 15

Q1
When do you think children start to have their own ideas?
Q2
Do you have a favourite teacher?
Q3
Do you prefer to drink bottled water or tap water?
Q4
Did you prefer team sports or individual sports when you were young?
Q5
What is the difficulties in learning languages ?
Q1
Describe a useful website you have visited and liked. You should say: what the website is, how often you visit it, what information it provides and explain why you find it useful.
Q1
Do you think the internet has improved people's lives?
Q2
Is there a lot of bad information on the internet?
Q3
What kind of information should not be accessible on the internet?
Q4
How have information and resources available on the internet changed education?
Q5
Should people be held responsible for what they publish on the internet?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 16

Q1
Do you ever read professional books?
Q2
Do you lead an active life?
Q3
What types of films do you like to watch?
Q4
Have you ever had (or, raised) a pet?
Q5
Where are you from
Q1
Describe a house or an apartment you would like to live in. You should say: - Where it is - What it looks like - Why you would like to live there
Q1
Do you prefer living in a house or an apartment? Why?
Q2
Do people in your country prefer to live in a house or an apartment?
Q3
What are the main factors people consider when choosing a place to live?
Q4
How are modern homes different from the homes people lived in the past?
Q5
How might homes change in the future?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 17

Q1
Do you think there will be a car sharing in the future?
Q2
Do you think a person's handwriting reflects their personality?
Q3
What apps do you often use?
Q4
How do you feel when you see other people throw garbage on the street?
Q5
Is there anything that you would not share with others?
Q1
Describe a time when you had to change your plans due to the weather. You should say: - when it happened - where you were - what kind of weather it was - and explain how you felt about it.
Q1
How does weather affect people’s lives in your country?
Q2
Do you think the weather can affect a person’s mood? How?
Q3
Would you prefer to live in a country with extreme weather or mild weather? Why?
Q4
What measures should people take when extreme weather conditions are forecasted?
Q5
Has the rise in global warming affected weather conditions in your country? In what ways?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 18

Q1
How do you listen to music?
Q2
Do you work or are you a student?
Q3
Do you have many friends there?
Q4
Why do you use some social networking apps ?
Q5
How do you feel when other people are impatient?
Q1
Describe a party that you recently went to. You should say: - where it was - who you went with - what you did at the party And explain whether you enjoyed it or not.
Q1
Do you enjoy going to parties? Why or why not?
Q2
What's the most memorable party you've ever attended and why?
Q3
Do you think it's important for people to celebrate special occasions with parties?
Q4
What’s your opinion on theme parties? Have you ever attended one?
Q5
What do you think is the essence of a successful party?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 19

Q1
Do most people in your country (still) wear a watch nowadays?
Q2
Have you ever been to a concert before?
Q3
What do you do when you see rubbish on the street?
Q4
Which city have you been to recently?
Q5
Have you ever been to a musical performance?
Q1
Describe an interesting animal you saw. You should say: - Where you saw it - What it looked like - What it was doing - And explain why it was interesting
Q1
Why do you think some people keep pets at home?
Q2
What are the benefits of children spending time with animals?
Q3
How have humans affected the natural habitats of animals around the world?
Q4
Do you think zoos are beneficial for wildlife protection? Why or why not?
Q5
Should governments invest money in preserving endangered species? Why or why not?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 20

Q1
What public holidays do you have in your country?
Q2
Do you have a favourite holiday?
Q3
Do many people in your country have a pet?
Q4
Where did you play when you were a child?
Q5
Who is your best friend and why?
Q1
Describe a family which you like and are happy to know. You should say: - Who they are - How you know them - What they usually do together - And explain why you like this family
Q1
What role do families play in society?
Q2
Do you think families will be more important or less important in the future?
Q3
In what ways have families changed in the last 100 years?
Q4
How does your culture view the hierarchy within a family?
Q5
How might different generations of a family have different views?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 21

Q1
What's the biggest difficulty you have when managing time?
Q2
What did you do on the first day of your job?
Q3
Do you consider this place your home?
Q4
Do you like the city you are living in now?
Q5
What kind of pets are common in your country?
Q1
Describe a time when you were really close to a wild animal. You should say: - when and where it happened - what the animal was - what exactly you did - how you felt about it
Q1
What do you think of people keeping exotic pets?
Q2
What experiences do children get from a visit to a zoo or a wildlife park?
Q3
How can we protect wildlife from extinction?
Q4
What's the importance of animals to the environment?
Q5
Should animals be used for scientific experiments?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 22

Q1
Why do you like tea, coffee?
Q2
Do you prefer watching or playing sports?
Q3
When was the last time you were in a crowded place?
Q4
Who do you get on best with in your family?
Q5
What are the most interesting and the difficult part of your job?
Q1
Describe a place you would like to visit. You should say: - where it is, - why you would like to visit this place, - what you would do when you get there, - and explain why this place is interesting.
Q1
What are the most popular tourist destinations in your country?
Q2
How has tourism affected your local community?
Q3
Can tourism have negative effects on local cultures or environments? How?
Q4
Do you think it's important to learn about a place before you visit?
Q5
What do you think is the importance of traveling for young people?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 23

Q1
Would you prefer to live in a place that has the same weather all year, or a place that has four seasons?
Q2
Do you think maths is important?
Q3
What do you do when you see rubbish on the street?
Q4
Which major will you change it to?
Q5
Who do you live with?
Q1
Describe a person who has greatly influenced your life. You should say: - Who the person is - How you know this person - How this person has influenced your life And explain why this person has such an influence on you.
Q1
Do you think it is important to have role models?
Q2
What qualities do you think a good role model should have?
Q3
Can celebrities be considered good role models?
Q4
In what ways do family members influence children?
Q5
Should teachers also be a role model for students?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 24

Q1
What do you do in your free time?
Q2
Do you consider living in the countryside in the future?
Q3
What is the perfect holiday for you?
Q4
Do you prefer watching or playing sports?
Q5
Do you often visit your relatives? (Why?)
Q1
Describe a journey that you remember well. You should say: - Where you went - How you travelled - What happened on this journey And explain why you remember this journey well.
Q1
Do you like travelling? Why or why not?
Q2
What do you think are the benefits of travelling?
Q3
Do you prefer traveling alone or with others? Why?
Q4
What form of travel do you find most satisfying?
Q5
What impact does travel have on the environment, and how can we reduce it?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 25

Q1
What types of films do you like to watch?
Q2
Do you have a lot of friends?
Q3
Do you usually write ?
Q4
Do you spend time playing outside or inside ?
Q5
Do you like going to the cinema?
Q1
Talk about an occasion when you lost something valuable. You should say: - What you lost - How you lost it - What you did to find it - And explain how you felt about losing it.
Q1
Do you think people are more careless with their belongings today compared to the past?
Q2
Why do you think some people lose things more often than others?
Q3
How has technology affected the way we handle our belongings?
Q4
What is the importance of insurance in protecting valuable items?
Q5
How would you feel if you lost something of sentimental rather than monetary value?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 26

Q1
Have you ever had (or, raised) a pet?
Q2
How often do you use a calculator?
Q3
Are you learning a musical instrument at the moment?
Q4
What's your major?
Q5
Have your sleeping habits changed since you were younger?
Q1
Describe a large company that you are interested in. You should say: - What the company is - What the company does - Why you are interested in it
Q1
What advantages do large companies have compared to small companies?
Q2
What kinds of problems can large companies have?
Q3
Do you think large companies have a responsibility to be socially responsible?
Q4
What benefits can they bring to the local communities they operate in?
Q5
What impacts does company culture have on its employees?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 27

Q1
Do you think you will be more patient in the future?
Q2
What's the most common sport in your country?
Q3
Do you prefer the city or the countryside?
Q4
Which do you prefer, an information app or a chat app?
Q5
How do you like your courses?
Q1
An experience when you enjoyed free time. - Where you were - What you did - Who you were with - Explain why you enjoyed it.
Q1
Do you think people nowadays have enough free time?
Q2
What are some common activities that people do in their free time in your country?
Q3
How has the way people spend their free time changed over the years?
Q4
Is leisure time always beneficial, or can it also be negative?
Q5
Do you think that the way we spend our free time can affect our work or studies?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 28

Q1
What kinds of music do you like to listen to?
Q2
Do you prefer a holiday at a beach or other?
Q3
Do you like crowded places?
Q4
What book would you take on a long journey?
Q5
Have you ever seen a movie star in real life?
Q1
Describe a time when you tried to do something but weren't very successful. You should say: what you tried to do, why you wanted to do it, what happened, and explain why you were not successful.
Q1
Why do people fear failure?
Q2
How can failure lead to success in the future?
Q3
What role does perseverance play in achieving success?
Q4
Do you believe that failure is an essential part of learning and growth?
Q5
How can schools better prepare students for failures and challenges in life?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 29

Q1
Way to learn languages
Q2
Do many people live in your neighbourhood?
Q3
Do you make plans every day?
Q4
What kinds of city do you like?
Q5
Do most people in your country (still) wear a watch nowadays?
Q1
Describe a famous person that you are interested in. You should say: - Who this person is - How you know about this person - What kind of person he/she is - And explain why you are interested in this person
Q1
Do you think celebrities have a responsibility to be good role models?
Q2
Why do you think some people become famous and others don't?
Q3
What can lead to a celebrity losing their popularity?
Q4
What is the impact of the media on the lives of celebrities?
Q5
What's the difference between a celebrity and a hero?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 30

Q1
What do you like about the area around where you live?
Q2
Do you like it when it's raining?
Q3
Do you use perfume?
Q4
Would you recommend that job to others?
Q5
What was your favourite book or story when you were a child?
Q1
Describe famous public place in your hometown. You should say: - Where the place is? - What you can see there? - What people do there? - Explain why this place is famous?
Q1
What historical places are tourists attracted to in your country?
Q2
Why is it important for us to visit historical places?
Q3
What do you think is the value of public spaces in cities?
Q4
What can be done to make public places more interesting for people, especially the youth?
Q5
What attributes should a good public space have?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 31

Q1
Where would you like to travel for a vacation? (Why?)
Q2
Have you ever borrowed money from others?
Q3
Do you prefer traveling alone or in a group?
Q4
Do most people in your country (still) wear a watch nowadays?
Q5
Who is your best friend and why?
Q1
Describe a time when you missed an appointment. You should say: - when and where it happened - why you missed it - what the consequences were - and explain how you felt about it.
Q1
Why do you think people sometimes fail to keep their appointments?
Q2
What effects can this have on personal relationships?
Q3
Do you think technology can help prevent missing appointments?
Q4
Do people in your country consider punctuality important?
Q5
What consequences may arise in a job if you are frequently late?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 32

Q1
When do you think children start to have their own ideas?
Q2
Is there a good place to look at the sky where you live?
Q3
Do you think the weather is more important to people who play sports?
Q4
Would you prefer to live in a place that has the same weather all year, or a place that has four seasons?
Q5
Do you like travelling?
Q1
Describe an article you read in a magazine or on the internet about healthy living. You should say: where you read it, what the article was about, how the article made you feel, and explain why you remember this article.
Q1
Do you think it's easy for people to live a healthy lifestyle in your country?
Q2
In what ways can the government improve the health of their citizens?
Q3
Why do you think many people prefer junk food over whole foods, despite knowing it's unhealthy?
Q4
To what extent does diet affect a person's health?
Q5
How do you feel about the role of technology in promoting healthy living?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 33

Q1
Do you think there should be more public holidays?
Q2
How often do you smile?
Q3
What was your favourite book or story when you were a child?
Q4
What's your favorite kind of music?
Q5
Are you willing to share your favourite possessions?
Q1
Describe a place you have been to that is full of colour. You should say: - Where it was - What it looked like - What you did there - And explain why it was full of colour
Q1
Are colours important in your culture? How?
Q2
How do colours affect mood?
Q3
Do you think colours influence people's buying behaviour? In what way?
Q4
What do you think the colour of a place says about it?
Q5
Can colors affect the way people perceive certain places or objects? Why or why not?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 34

Q1
Did you sleep more in the past than you do now?
Q2
What kind of tourist destination do you usually prefer?
Q3
When you go out do you most often drink tea, or coffee?
Q4
How do you like your courses?
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 a positive change in your life. You should say: - What the change was - When it happened - How it affected your life - And explain why it was a positive change.
Q1
How important is it to have positive changes in life?
Q2
Do you think changing jobs frequently is positive?
Q3
What could be negative effects of changing a living place frequently?
Q4
In what ways do you think technology has changed human life positively?
Q5
What role does education play in making positive changes in a society?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 35

Q1
Do you often watch a movie (a film)?
Q2
Has your taste in movies changed since you were younger?
Q3
Would you ever give perfume as a gift?
Q4
What specific things do you do on your job?
Q5
Do you have a favourite movie star?
Q1
Describe a time when you were really close to a wild animal. You should say: - where you were - what kind of animal it was - what happened - and explain how you felt about this experience.
Q1
In your opinion, why do some people keep wild animals at home?
Q2
Do you think zoos are necessary in your country? Why?
Q3
How should children be taught to treat animals?
Q4
In your opinion, what can be done to protect endangered species?
Q5
What are the benefits and drawbacks of having pets?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 36

Q1
Are you a patient person?
Q2
What's your major?
Q3
Is there anything that you would not share with others?
Q4
Who do you get on best with in your family?
Q5
Would you recommend that job to others?
Q1
Describe a person who you think is very open. You should say: - Who is this person? - How do you know this person? - In what way is this person open? - And explain why you appreciate this person's openness.
Q1
Do you think being open is an important quality for a leader? Why or why not?
Q2
What are the advantages and disadvantages of being open?
Q3
Do you believe that it's possible to be too open?
Q4
Should parents be open about all topics with their children? Why?
Q5
In your culture, are people encouraged to be open or to keep things private?

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Q1
Are cinema tickets expensive in your country?
Q2
How often do you read?
Q3
Do you use email?
Q4
Who do you often spend holiday with?
Q5
Do you like E-books?
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
When you were young, did your parents teach you to share with others?
Q2
What do you enjoy about learning English?
Q3
Is there a good place to look at the sky where you live?
Q4
Should parents follow their children's ideas or should they say “No” to them? Can children say
Q5
Do you often visit your relatives? (Why?)
Q1
Describe a gift you have received that was important to you. You should say: - what the gift was - who gave it to you - when you received it - and explain why it was important to you.
Q1
Do you think giving gifts is an important part of relationships?
Q2
What kinds of gifts are popular in your country?
Q3
Do people in your country spend a lot of money on gifts?
Q4
Does the price of the gift matter?
Q5
What's the most memorable gift you have ever received?

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Q1
How many hours do you sleep every day (or, every night)?
Q2
Do you think maths is important?
Q3
What kinds of book do you like to read?
Q4
Do you have many friends there?
Q5
How do you feel when other people are impatient?
Q1
Describe a time when you were really close to a wild animal. You should say: - where you were - what the animal was - what happened - and explain how you felt about this experience.
Q1
Do you think wildlife should be protected? How?
Q2
Would you like to have a job related to wild animals? Why or why not?
Q3
What types of wild animals are popular in your country?
Q4
What are some of the dangers of interacting with wild animals?
Q5
Do you think zoos play a significant role in wildlife conservation? Why or why not?

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Q1
What kind of watch do you wear?
Q2
Do you prefer to drink hot water or cool (or cold) water?
Q3
What do you do when you see rubbish on the street?
Q4
Do you prefer to drink bottled water or tap water?
Q5
Who do you get on best with in your family?
Q1
Describe a book that you recently read. You should say: - What the book is - Why you chose to read it - What it is about - And how you felt about the book.
Q1
Can you explain why the book you mentioned earlier was meaningful to you?
Q2
Do you prefer traditional books or e-books? Why?
Q3
In what ways do you think reading can contribute to a person’s character development?
Q4
What is your opinion about people who don't enjoy reading?
Q5
Do you think the importance of reading is undervalued in today's society?

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Q1
Why is family important to you?
Q2
Do you think it's important to have enough sleep (each day/night)?
Q3
What's the weather like in your city?
Q4
Do you prefer to (or usually) watch a film alone or with others?
Q5
Do you usually wear a watch?
Q1
Describe a successful small business that you know. You should say: - What the business is. - Who runs the business. - What services or products it provides. - Why you think it is successful.
Q1
Why are small businesses important for the economy?
Q2
What are the advantages and disadvantages of running your own business?
Q3
Can anyone be a successful business person? Why?
Q4
What kind of small business do you think is easy to start and run?
Q5
What do you think are the key elements to running a successful business?

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Q1
Do you usually watch films alone or with others?
Q2
Would you like to go back there again?
Q3
Do you prefer to drink tea, or coffee?
Q4
Which major will you change it to?
Q5
When people in your country entertain guests do they usually drink tea, or coffee?
Q1
Describe an interesting historical place you have been to. You should say: where it is, what it is (a brief history of the place), why you went to this place, and explain why you thought it was interesting.
Q1
How important is it, do you think, for school children to learn history?
Q2
What are some ways that teachers can make history more interesting for students?
Q3
Why do people often find history boring?
Q4
What can be done to preserve historical places?
Q5
Are there many historical places in your hometown or in nearby areas?

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Q1
What do you do with the garbage when you are on the street?
Q2
Do you prefer to write on a computer or to write using a pen?
Q3
Are there many celebrity athletes in your country?
Q4
Some people think that maths isn't needed in our life. What do you think?
Q5
Who do you often spend holiday with?
Q1
Describe a time when you received money as a gift. You should say: - When you received this gift - Who gave it to you - What you did with it - And explain how you felt when you received this gift.
Q1
How do people in your country usually give gifts of money? What occasions are appropriate for this type of gift?
Q2
Some people think that giving money as a gift is impersonal. Do you agree with this opinion? Why or why not?
Q3
Can financial gifts create problems between friends or relatives? How so?
Q4
What is commonly considered more valuable in your culture, a gift of money or a thoughtful, non-monetary gift?
Q5
Do you think people's attitudes towards monetary gifts have changed over the years? If so, how?

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Q1
Who would you most like to be friends with and why?
Q2
Do you like travelling?
Q3
What are the advantages and disadvantages of social networking apps?
Q4
What do people in your country do during holidays?
Q5
Do you like handwriting ?
Q1
Describe a piece of art (for example, painting or statue) that you remember seeing. You should say: - where you saw it - what it looked like - what it was about - and explain your impression of it.
Q1
Do people in your country have a strong interest in the arts?
Q2
Why do you think people are interested in art?
Q3
Would you say that traditional art is more highly valued than modern art in your society?
Q4
Who do you think are more important, the artists who create art or the people who buy it?
Q5
Is art an important subject for schoolchildren to study?

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Q1
Do you like to share things with your friends?
Q2
What do you do when you visit them?
Q3
Do most people in your country (still) wear a watch nowadays?
Q4
Do you have a favourite teacher?
Q5
How important is your hometown to you?
Q1
Describe a place in other countries where you would like to work for a short time. You should say: - what kind of work you would like to do there - where this place is - why you want to work there - and explain how this place can help you in your career or life.
Q1
What are the advantages of working in another country?
Q2
How can working overseas contribute to a person’s professional development?
Q3
Are there any disadvantages to working abroad?
Q4
Why do you think some people decide not to work abroad despite the potential benefits?
Q5
Do you believe that the experience of working in another culture can change a person's perspective or mindset?

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Q1
Have you ever had an experience of being thirsty, but not having any water to drink?
Q2
Do you prefer to drink hot water or cool (or cold) water?
Q3
Do you like perfume?
Q4
Do you think maths is important?
Q5
What is your hometown famous for?
Q1
Describe a journey you have taken. You should say: - When and where you went - Who you went with - What you did and saw - How you felt about the journey
Q1
What are some reasons people might not enjoy traveling?
Q2
What values and life lessons can travel experiences teach us?
Q3
Why do some people prefer to travel alone while others like to travel in a group?
Q4
Do you believe that traveling to another country can change someone's perspective or worldview? How so?
Q5
How has advancement in technology affected the way people travel?

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Q1
Have your sleeping habits changed since you were younger?
Q2
Do you think it is difficult to learn a new sport?
Q3
Does your country have many public holidays?
Q4
How much time do you spend listening to music every day?
Q5
Do you think females are good at maths?
Q1
Describe a time when you had to change your plans because of the weather. Please say - what your original plans were, - why you had to change them, - how you felt about it.
Q1
Do you think people's daily activities are greatly affected by the weather?
Q2
How does the weather affect the economy of your country?
Q3
Can you tell me about some traditional ways of predicting the weather in your country?
Q4
Do you believe that the weather patterns are changing? If so, what effects does this have?
Q5
What steps do you think could be taken to protect people from extreme weather?

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Q1
What would you like to change about your lifestyle?
Q2
Has your taste in movies changed since you were younger?
Q3
Do you prefer to drink hot water or cool (or cold) water?
Q4
Would you like to go back there again?
Q5
Do you take anything when you visit your relatives?
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
Who do you get on best with in your family?
Q2
What kind of pets do people like/dislike to have?
Q3
Do you like to smile?
Q4
Do you like it?
Q5
How often do you begin to learn math?
Q1
Describe a person you have seen who is beautiful or handsome. You should say: who the person is, where you saw them, what they were doing, and explain why you found them attractive.
Q1
How does the media influence our perception of beauty?
Q2
Do you think beauty standards have changed over time? Why or why not?
Q3
How important is physical appearance in our society?
Q4
Do you believe that inner beauty is more important than outer beauty?
Q5
Can beauty be a disadvantage in some situations?

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Q1
Does the weather in your country change often?
Q2
Is bottled water very expensive in your country?
Q3
How often do you use email (or, write emails)?
Q4
Are your music tastes varied?
Q5
Would you say you manage your time well?
Q1
Describe a useful app on your mobile phone. You should say: What the app is How long you have been using it What you use it for And explain why you think it's useful
Q1
Do you think mobile apps are making life easier?
Q2
What are the advantages and disadvantages of using mobile apps?
Q3
How do you feel about the privacy and security issues with some mobile apps?
Q4
Do you think mobile apps are replacing physical products or services?
Q5
What types of mobile apps do you think will be popular in the future?