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IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 1

Q1
What is the best season to travel in your country?
Q2
Have you ever been to a concert before?
Q3
Do you work or are you a student?
Q4
Do most people in your country (still) wear a watch nowadays?
Q5
Do you like E-books?
Q1
Describe a person who has had a significant influence on your life. You should say: who the person is; how long you've known him/her; what qualities this person has; and explain why this person has had such an influence on your life.
Q1
Do you think it's important to have role models?
Q2
Why do you think some people influenced by celebrities?
Q3
What do you think about celebrities as influencers?
Q4
What qualities should a person have to influence others?
Q5
Do you think parents should be role models for their children?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 2

Q1
Which city do you want to go to?
Q2
Is live music popular in your country?
Q3
Do you have a favourite movie star?
Q4
Where did you play when you were a child?
Q5
Do you do different things in different weather (or different seasons)?
Q1
Describe a garden or park you enjoyed visiting. You should say: - where it was  - what it looked like - what you did (or, were doing) there - and explain why you liked it.
Q1
Why do most cities and towns have parks and / or public gardens?
Q2
Who do you think should pay for the construction and maintenance of parks and public gardens? (Why?)
Q3
Would you like to have your own garden?
Q4
Do any flowers have any particular significance (or meaning) in your culture (or, your country)?
Q5
Who do you think should be responsible for the public parks and gardens in a town or city? (Why?)
Q6
On what occasions are flowers used in your country?
Q7
Are there any disadvantages to having a public garden as compared to a public park?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 3

Q1
What apps do you often use?
Q2
Do you spend time playing outside or inside ?
Q3
Have you ever seen a movie star in real life?
Q4
Can you give any examples of work that require patience?
Q5
Do you think young people organize their time in the same way?
Q1
Describe a long car journey you went on. You should say: - where you went - who you went with - what you did during the journey - how you felt during and after the journey
Q1
Are long car journeys popular in your country? Why?
Q2
What are some things that can make long car journeys more enjoyable?
Q3
How do people usually entertain themselves during long journeys in your country?
Q4
What are the advantages and disadvantages of long car journeys?
Q5
Has technology changed the way we travel in cars? If so, how?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 4

Q1
Do you like to drink water?
Q2
How important is your hometown to you?
Q3
Do you think it's important to keep the city clean?
Q4
Do you like travelling?
Q5
Are you patient in your work or study?
Q1
Describe a time when you traveled by public transportation. You should say: - Where you were going - What kind of public transportation you used - Who you were with - And explain how you felt about this journey
Q1
What forms of public transport are most popular in your country? Why do you think that is?
Q2
Do you think governments should encourage more use of public transport? Why or why not?
Q3
Are there any improvements you'd like to see made in public transport systems?
Q4
How do you think the use of public transport affects the environment?
Q5
How will public transportation evolve in the future in your opinion?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 5

Q1
How often do you go to the cinema?
Q2
Do you like to listen to live music?
Q3
What's your favorite kind of music?
Q4
In the future, are you planning to learn other languages
Q5
Why do some people throw garbage on the street?
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?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 6

Q1
Can you give any examples of work that require patience?
Q2
How do you feel when people don't return things they borrowed from you?
Q3
Who would you most like to be friends with and why?
Q4
Should parents follow their children's ideas or should they say “No” to them? Can children say
Q5
Would you say young people are more patient than older people?
Q1
Describe a wild animal that you have seen. You should say: - Where you saw it - What it was doing - Describe how you felt when you saw it - And explain why you remember this wild animal
Q1
What are some of the dangers of coming into contact with wild animals?
Q2
Do you think zoos play a significant role in wildlife preservation or not? Why?
Q3
How can humans help in preserving wild animal species and their habitats?
Q4
What do you think of wildlife tourism? Do you believe it has positive or negative implications on animals in the wild?
Q5
Do you think we should educate children about wildlife? Why or why not?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 7

Q1
How often do you use email (or, write emails)?
Q2
Do you think maths is important?
Q3
Do you think plastic bags are a serious environmental problem?
Q4
What did you want to be when you were a child?
Q5
How do you listen to music?
Q1
Describe a person who has had a significant influence on you. You should say: - who the person is - how long you have known him/her - what qualities this person has - explain why this person has had such an influence on you.
Q1
What characteristics do you admire in other people?
Q2
Who else in your family is much like this person?
Q3
What influence do you think this person has had on your life?
Q4
Market personalities often influence young people through social media. Is it a positive or a negative trend?
Q5
Do you think one's life can be changed by the influence of a famous person? Why?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 8

Q1
Do you think teachers should be strict?
Q2
How do you feel when people don't return things they borrowed from you?
Q3
Do you have a lot of friends?
Q4
How many hours do you sleep every day (or, every night)?
Q5
Do you think the weather is more important to people who play sports?
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?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 9

Q1
Do you prefer to use email or text messaging?
Q2
How easy is it to read books in English?
Q3
Do you like bags?
Q4
What do you do when you see rubbish on the street?
Q5
Do you like to drink water?
Q1
Describe a book that you have read recently. You should say: what the book is, where you read it, what the book is about and explain why you liked it or why it influenced you.
Q1
What kind of books do you usually prefer to read and why?
Q2
Do you think children should be encouraged to read more books? Why/why not?
Q3
What's the difference between reading a physical book and an electronic book?
Q4
Could you tell me about a famous author from your country?
Q5
How do libraries play a role in your community?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 10

Q1
Are cinema tickets expensive in your country?
Q2
Do you want to develop an app yourself?
Q3
What do you do with the garbage when you are on the street?
Q4
Do you think there will be a car sharing in the future?
Q5
Do you think plastic bags are a serious environmental problem?
Q1
Describe an important building in your hometown or city. You should say: - where it is - what it looks like - what it is used for - and explain why you think it is important.
Q1
What's the purpose in preserving (or, protecting) historic buildings?
Q2
Do you think young people and old people have the same attitudes (or feelings) about old buildings?
Q3
Do you think historic buildings should be preserved (or, protected)?
Q4
How is the site for a new building chosen (= what factors)*
Q5
Do you think buildings that have historic value are adequately protected in your country?
Q6
Old / Historic Buildings  Frequent sub-topic
Q7
What buildings do people in your country think are the most important?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 11

Q1
Has a foreign visitor ever stayed at your home?
Q2
What's the biggest difficulty you have when managing time?
Q3
How do you organize you time?
Q4
Do you prefer to go to crowded places or places that have few people?
Q5
Where did you play when you were a child?
Q1
Describe an important building in your hometown or city. You should say: - where it is - what it looks like - what it is used for - and explain why you think it is important.
Q1
What's the purpose in preserving (or, protecting) historic buildings?
Q2
Do you think young people and old people have the same attitudes (or feelings) about old buildings?
Q3
Do you think historic buildings should be preserved (or, protected)?
Q4
How is the site for a new building chosen (= what factors)*
Q5
Do you think buildings that have historic value are adequately protected in your country?
Q6
Old / Historic Buildings  Frequent sub-topic
Q7
What buildings do people in your country think are the most important?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 12

Q1
Did you learn anything about the planets and stars at school?
Q2
Who do you often spend holiday with?
Q3
Has a foreign visitor ever stayed at your home?
Q4
Do you prefer to (or usually) watch a film alone or with others?
Q5
Is your voice different from when you were young?
Q1
Talk about a difficult decision that you made. You should say: - What the decision was - What other choices were available to you - Why you made the decision you did - And explain if it was the right decision.
Q1
How do you usually make decisions?
Q2
Do people always need to make their own decisions?
Q3
How important is it to consider other people when you make decisions?
Q4
Why do some people find it hard to make decisions?
Q5
Do you think it is important to take your time when making a decision?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 13

Q1
Are there good job opportunities in your home country?
Q2
Do you think people in your city will walk more in the future?
Q3
Which languages do you speak ?
Q4
What types of films do you like to watch?
Q5
How often do you play sports?
Q1
Describe a competition (such as a professional, life event, or education-related competition) that you want to participate in. You should say: - What the competition is - How you knew it - What you need to prepare - And explain why you want to participate in this competition
Q1
What kind of competitions are popular in your country?
Q2
Do you think competitive activities are good or bad for school students?
Q3
Why do some people like to compete and others don't?
Q4
Is a sense of competition necessary in the work setting?
Q5
Do you think it's always important to win?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 14

Q1
What public holidays do you have in your country?
Q2
What's your favorite kind of music?
Q3
When do you listen to music?
Q4
Do you like perfume?
Q5
When you visit new places, what do you like to do?
Q1
Describe a rewarding experience you had as a volunteer. You should say: - Where you volunteered - What work you did - How long you volunteered for - And explain why it was a rewarding experience for you
Q1
What do you think motivates people to do volunteer work?
Q2
How important is it for schools to teach students about the importance of volunteering?
Q3
What are some advantages and disadvantages of volunteering?
Q4
What is the role of non-profit organizations in society?
Q5
How can volunteering help individuals in their personal and professional development?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 15

Q1
Do you lead an active life?
Q2
Has your taste in movies changed since you were younger?
Q3
Which is more popular in your country, drinking tea or drinking coffee?
Q4
Are there good job opportunities in your home country?
Q5
What's the weather like in your city?
Q1
Describe a piece of electronic equipment that you find useful. You should say: - what the equipment is - when you bought it or received it as a gift - how often you use this piece of equipment and explain why this piece of electronic equipment is important to you.
Q1
Do you think the development of electronic equipment has positively or negatively affected people's lives?
Q2
What types of electronic devices do most people have in your country?
Q3
How do you think electronic devices will change in the future?
Q4
Do you agree or disagree that young children should be allowed to use electronic devices?
Q5
Have electronic devices made people in your country more social or less social? Why?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 16

Q1
Would you say people with the same interests usually get along with each other when they are in a crowd?
Q2
Are you planning to move to another area to live?
Q3
How important is your hometown to you?
Q4
Are there many celebrity athletes in your country?
Q5
How do you listen to music?
Q1
Describe a family business you know. You should say: - what the business is - how you know this family business - what different roles within the business the family members have - and explain how this business could be developed in the future.
Q1
What role does family play in a family business?
Q2
What are the advantages and disadvantages of running a family business?
Q3
How can conflicts in a family business be resolved?
Q4
Why do you think some family businesses are more successful than others?
Q5
What is the impact of the digital age on small family businesses?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 17

Q1
Do you like it?
Q2
Do you make plans every day?
Q3
Have you ever learned to play a musical instrument?
Q4
What apps do you often use?
Q5
Who would you most like to be friends with and why?
Q1
Describe a time when you had to wake up very early. You should say: - when it was - why you had to wake up so early - where you were going - and explain how you felt about waking up so early.
Q1
Do you usually find it easy to wake up in the morning?
Q2
Do you think it's good to do certain tasks early in the morning?
Q3
What methods do people generally use to ensure they wake up on time?
Q4
How does waking up early affect your mood and productivity during the day?
Q5
Do you think modern technology has changed our sleeping habits?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 18

Q1
Have you ever been to a concert before?
Q2
When was the last time you visited them? what did you do?
Q3
What did you do on the first day of your job?
Q4
Do you like it when it's raining?
Q5
Do you ever read professional books?
Q1
Describe a time when you are very busy. You should say: - when this time is - what you do at this time - how you arrange your time - and explain how you feel after this busy time is over.
Q1
Who do you think has the greater need to follow a daily routine, young people or older people?
Q2
What do you suggest people could do in order to improve their time management?
Q3
Do you think it's necessary for everyone to spend some time in a relaxed, quiet place?
Q4
What are some examples of things people do that are not part of their regular (daily or weekly) routine?
Q5
Do you like being busy?
Q6
Do you have a (regular) daily routine?
Q7
What can (or, what do) people do to relieve the pressure of a very busy life?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 19

Q1
Do you usually write ?
Q2
What public holidays do you have in your country?
Q3
Where did you play when you were a child?
Q4
Who are more important to you, friends or family?
Q5
Are you ever late for anything?
Q1
Describe a time when you traveled with public transportation. You should say: - Where you went - What mode of public transportation you used - Why you chose to use that mode of transport - and explain how you felt about the journey.
Q1
What role do you think public transportation plays in a city’s development?
Q2
What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of using public transport?
Q3
How can public transportation systems be improved?
Q4
Why do some people prefer to use their own transport rather than public transport?
Q5
Do you think governments should encourage public transportation more? If yes, how?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 20

Q1
Do you use email?
Q2
What kinds of apps do you expect in the future?
Q3
Have you ever had an experience of being thirsty, but not having any water to drink?
Q4
Do you want to develop an app yourself?
Q5
Do you like going to the cinema?
Q1
Talk about a time when you traveled somewhere with your friends. You should say: - Where you went - Who you went with - What you did there - And explain how you felt about the trip.
Q1
Why do people often travel with friends?
Q2
What are some of the problems that may arise when travelling with friends?
Q3
Do you think the journey is more important than the destination? Why?
Q4
What are some differences between traveling alone and traveling with friends?
Q5
Has this experience influenced your decision to travel with friends in the future?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 21

Q1
Do you ever read professional books?
Q2
Are you planning to move to another area to live?
Q3
Do you think you are more patient now than when you were younger?
Q4
What kind of pets are common in your country?
Q5
How do you feel when people don't return things they borrowed from you?
Q1
Describe a time when you felt happy that you used your mobile phone. You should say: - When it was - Where you were - What you did on your mobile phone - And explain why you felt happy using your mobile phone.
Q1
Do you think lifestyle changes with the use of mobile phones?
Q2
What advantages and disadvantages does a mobile phone bring to a person’s life?
Q3
In your opinion, what age is suitable for someone to have their own mobile phone?
Q4
How can the use of mobile phones in public areas be a problem?
Q5
How can we minimize the negative effects of mobile phone use?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 22

Q1
Do you think these holidays are important?
Q2
How many hours do you sleep every day (or, every night)?
Q3
How long have you been living there?
Q4
Are there anything you dont like about your city ?
Q5
Who do you often spend holiday with?
Q1
Describe a sport event you have attended. You should say: what the sport event was; when you went there; who you went with; and explain why this sport event was memorable for you.
Q1
Do you think that sport events are essential in our society? Why or why not?
Q2
What kinds of sports are popular in your country? Why do you think they are popular?
Q3
How does attending a live sport event differ from watching it on TV?
Q4
How can sport events be used to encourage people to exercise more?
Q5
In your opinion, should sport events be free to join for everyone? Why or why not?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 23

Q1
Why do you like tea, coffee?
Q2
In which seasons do you prefer to travel?
Q3
Do people in your country ever give tea as a gift?
Q4
Do you like perfume?
Q5
Do you like to drink water?
Q1
Talk about a piece of music that means a lot to you. You should say: - What the piece of music is - When you first heard it - Why it means so much to you - Explain what feelings or emotions it evokes in you
Q1
Do you think music plays an important role in people's lives? Why?
Q2
How does music differ in various cultures?
Q3
In your opinion, how does the music of today compare to the music of the past?
Q4
Can listening to music influence one's mood or emotions? Can you give any examples?
Q5
What is the role of music in various events and ceremonies?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 24

Q1
How do you feel when you listen to this music?
Q2
Do you prefer traveling alone or in a group?
Q3
Is bottled water very expensive in your country?
Q4
Are you learning a musical instrument at the moment?
Q5
How many books do you have at home?
Q1
Describe a time when you helped a friend with something. You should say: - When this happened - What your friend needed help with - How you helped them - And explain why your friend needed your help.
Q1
Why do you think it’s important to help others?
Q2
What skills do you think are necessary to be helpful?
Q3
In what ways can people help others in a community?
Q4
Do people in your culture generally enjoy helping others?
Q5
Does technology make it easier or harder to help others?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 25

Q1
Are there many celebrity athletes in your country?
Q2
Do you like going to the cinema?
Q3
Is your voice similar to that of a family members?
Q4
Are you willing to share your favourite possessions?
Q5
What do you do with the garbage when you are on the street?
Q1
Describe a time when you helped someone. You should say: - Who you helped - What the situation was - How you helped them - And explain how you felt afterwards.
Q1
How frequently do you offer help to others?
Q2
Do you think children should be taught to help others? Why?
Q3
In what ways can people help others in their community?
Q4
What do you think motivates people to help others?
Q5
Do you think that helping others is an important quality to have? Why or why not?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 26

Q1
Would you recommend that job to others?
Q2
Would you prefer to live in a place that has the same weather all year, or a place that has four seasons?
Q3
Do you like perfume?
Q4
Do you feel the climate is changing?
Q5
Do you prefer to drink hot water or cool (or cold) water?
Q1
Describe a time when you travelled by public transportation. You should say: - where you were going - what type of public transportation you used - what you did during the journey - and explain how you felt about this experience.
Q1
What are some benefits and drawbacks of using public transportation?
Q2
Do you think the government should support public transportation? Why or why not?
Q3
How can public transport systems be improved in your city?
Q4
What is the attitude of people in your city towards public transportation?
Q5
In what ways can using public transportation affect the environment?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 27

Q1
Do you think there will be a car sharing in the future?
Q2
Do you like to smile?
Q3
Do you make plans every day?
Q4
Can you sense (or feel, or tell) if someone's smile is fake?
Q5
Would you like to be a movie star?
Q1
Describe a time when you had to wait in a long line. You should say: - Where it was - What you had to wait for - How long you had to wait - And explain how you felt about waiting in this long line.
Q1
Do you think people are more patient now than they were in the past?
Q2
How do you feel about waiting in line for a long time?
Q3
What could be done to make waiting in line less boring?
Q4
Can technology help to reduce wait times, in your opinion?
Q5
Do you think companies should be held accountable when people have to wait in long lines?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 28

Q1
Do you think your city is clean or not?
Q2
Do you think these holidays are important?
Q3
How much traveling have you done?
Q4
Do you have a busy social life?
Q5
Can you explain why some people are not very patient?
Q1
Describe a time when you were really close to a wild animal. You should say: when and where you saw the animal, what happened when you saw it and explain how you felt about the situation.
Q1
Do you think it's important for people to have a connection with nature? Why or why not?
Q2
What are some ways people can learn more about wildlife?
Q3
What measures should be taken to protect endangered animals?
Q4
How does wildlife contribute to the Earth's ecosystem?
Q5
Why should we teach children about wildlife and its importance?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 29

Q1
Are you learning a musical instrument at the moment?
Q2
Do you like reading?
Q3
Do you prefer to write on a computer or to write using a pen?
Q4
Have your sleeping habits changed since you were younger?
Q5
How do you feel when you listen to this music?
Q1
Describe a film that you have recently watched and truly enjoyed. You should explain: what the film was, why you chose to watch it, what the film was about and why you enjoyed it so much.
Q1
What type of films do you enjoy watching and why?
Q2
Do you think films offer anything more than just entertainment?
Q3
How have films or the cinema industry impacted your culture?
Q4
Are foreign films popular in your country? Why or why not?
Q5
Do you believe that films should deliver moral messages or should they focus primarily on entertainment?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 30

Q1
Do you ever read professional books?
Q2
Do males and females generally use the same kinds of bags?
Q3
Do you like it?
Q4
What do you do when you see rubbish on the street?
Q5
Which is more popular in your country, drinking tea or drinking coffee?
Q1
Describe a special day that you remember well. You should say: - What the day was - What you did on that day - Who was with you - And explain why it is memorable
Q1
Why do you think some days are more memorable than others?
Q2
Do you think that some people are more prone to memorise positive moments and others negative ones? Why?
Q3
What role do you think shared experiences have in creating memorable days?
Q4
How have your memorable life events influenced you as a person?
Q5
In your opinion, do you think people tend to remember events from their early childhood?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 31

Q1
Do you think your city is clean or not?
Q2
Do you prefer to drink hot water or cool (or cold) water?
Q3
Are you planning to move to another area to live?
Q4
Are your music tastes varied?
Q5
Has your taste in movies changed since you were younger?
Q1
Describe a piece of electronic equipment that you find useful. You should say: - what it is - how you learned to use it - what you use it for - and explain why you find it useful.
Q1
Do you think people rely too much on electronic devices these days?
Q2
What’s your opinion on how technology has changed education?
Q3
How do you think electronic gadgets have brought changes to society?
Q4
Do you think there may be negative effects of overusing electronic equipment? If so, what are they?
Q5
What new electronic devices do you think will be invented in the future?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 32

Q1
Do you ever read professional books?
Q2
Where do you listen to it?
Q3
Have you ever borrowed money from others?
Q4
Do you like to smile?
Q5
Would you say your handwriting is easy for others to read?
Q1
Describe an artwork that you find interesting. You should say: - What the artwork is - Where you saw it - Why you find it interesting - And explain how you felt when you first saw it
Q1
How important do you think art is in society?
Q2
Do you think people's cultural background can influence their preference in art?
Q3
What types of art are popular in your country?
Q4
Why do you think some people don't appreciate art?
Q5
Do you think art should serve a purpose or just be for enjoyment? Why?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 33

Q1
Would you like to be a teacher?
Q2
Way to learn languages
Q3
Do you have many friends there?
Q4
Why do you use some social networking apps ?
Q5
Do you usually read for leisure or for work purposes?
Q1
Describe your favorite book that you have read. You should say: - what the book is - when you read it - what it's about and explain why it is your favorite book.
Q1
Do you enjoy reading books or ebooks more? Why?
Q2
What impact do you think reading has on individuals?
Q3
Are certain types of books more popular in your country? If so, what types?
Q4
Do you believe that some books should be banned in schools or public libraries? Why or why not?
Q5
Given the rise of technology and digital media, do you think physical books are becoming obsolete?

IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 34

Q1
What changes would you like to see in this area?
Q2
Do you ever read professional books?
Q3
Do you like to watch movies? (Why?)
Q4
Do you work or are you a student?
Q5
Does your country have many public holidays?
Q1
Describe a place full of colour that you visited. You should say: - Where it was - What you did there - Why it is full of colour - And explain how you felt about this place.
Q1
Do you think colours have an impact on people's mood?
Q2
Why do you think people prefer certain colours over other colours?
Q3
Why do children generally like bright colours?
Q4
Do you think the use of colours in advertising is effective?
Q5
How important is colour in fashion and design?

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Q1
When you go out do you most often drink tea, or coffee?
Q2
What do you enjoy about learning English?
Q3
Where do you listen to it?
Q4
Where do you often walk ?
Q5
Are you learning a musical instrument at the moment?
Q1
Describe a museum that you have visited. You should say: - Where is the museum? - What type of museum is it? - What were the exhibits that impressed you the most and why? - And explain why you think this museum is worth visiting.
Q1
Do you think museums are more suited for adults or children?
Q2
Do you agree that entrance to museums should be free of charge?
Q3
How can technology enhance the museum visiting experience?
Q4
In your opinion, is it important to preserve historical artifacts in museums?
Q5
Do you believe virtual reality could replace the actual visit to a museum in the future?

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Q1
Which city have you been to recently?
Q2
How often do you go to a cinema?
Q3
What kind of pets do people like/dislike to have?
Q4
What is your hometown famous for?
Q5
Do you like bags?
Q1
Describe a time when you had to change your plan. You should say: when this was, why you had to change your plan, what the new plan was, and explain how you felt about the change.
Q1
Can you explain why it is sometimes necessary to change plans?
Q2
How do people generally react when they have to make a sudden change to their plans?
Q3
Can you describe an instance from your life where changing a plan led to a better outcome?
Q4
What skills do you think are important to manage changes in plans effectively?
Q5
Do you believe it's more beneficial to have a strict plan or to be more flexible?

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Q1
Do you prefer to go to crowded places or places that have few people?
Q2
Are you planning to move to another area to live?
Q3
What do you do in your free time?
Q4
Are you learning a musical instrument at the moment?
Q5
What kinds of city do you like?
Q1
Describe an experience where you received good service from a company. Please say: - What company it was and when this happened, - What the service was, - Why you considered it good, - How you felt after this experience.
Q1
How important do you think customer service is for companies?
Q2
Why do you think some companies fail to provide good customer service?
Q3
Do you think customer service has improved with technology? Why or why not?
Q4
Can you give examples of bad customer service you have experienced?
Q5
Should employees who provide excellent customer service be rewarded? If so, in what way?

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Q1
What public holidays do you have in your country?
Q2
Do you prefer to look at the sky in the daytime, or at night?
Q3
What kinds of book do you like to read?
Q4
Would you say people with the same interests usually get along with each other when they are in a crowd?
Q5
Is music an important subject at school in your country ?
Q1
Describe a game or sport you enjoy playing. You should say: - What the game or sport is - How it is played - How you learned to play it - And explain why you enjoy playing it
Q1
Do you think sports are essential for developing certain life skills? Can you give examples?
Q2
Should we encourage children to participate in competitive sports?
Q3
Some people think that high-performing athletes are role models. Do you agree or disagree? Why?
Q4
What can an average person learn from professional athletes?
Q5
Is winning important in sports? Why or why not?

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Q1
Do you prefer to go to crowded places or places that have few people?
Q2
What is the perfect holiday for you?
Q3
When you were young, did your parents teach you to share with others?
Q4
How many hours do you sleep every day (or, every night)?
Q5
Do you prefer visiting your relatives, or your friends?
Q1
Describe a place where you like to read or write. You should say: - Where it is - What it is like - When you usually go there - And explain why you like it there.
Q1
Do you think the atmosphere of a place can affect how well you study or work?
Q2
Do you believe that people have different feels about places? Why?
Q3
How important is it to have a specific place for studying or working?
Q4
In your opinion, can reading habits be developed at any stage of life? Why?
Q5
Do you think children today prefer reading in hard copy or digitally? Why?

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Q1
Do you have a favourite holiday?
Q2
Would you say people with the same interests usually get along with each other when they are in a crowd?
Q3
Do you think this job has a bright future?
Q4
Which languages do you speak ?
Q5
Do you often look at the sky? (Why?)
Q1
Describe a piece of art you really 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 is an important part of a child's education? Why/Why not?
Q2
What role does art play in society currently?
Q3
Do you believe everyone can be an artist? Why/Why not?
Q4
How has the meaning and appreciation of art changed over time?
Q5
Do you feel that modern technology has affected the art industry positively or negatively?

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Q1
Do you think females are good at maths?
Q2
How often do you play sports?
Q3
What are the most crowded places in your hometown (or where you are living now)?
Q4
How many hours do you sleep every day (or, every night)?
Q5
When does your voice change?
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
What kinds of music do you like to listen to?
Q2
What do you do with the garbage when you are on the street?
Q3
Do you prefer to drink hot water or cool (or cold) water?
Q4
Where are you living at the moment?
Q5
Do you like listening to yours recordings?
Q1
Describe a sport event you have attended. You should say: what the sport event was; when you went there; who you went with; and explain why this sport event was memorable for you.
Q1
Do you think that sport events are essential in our society? Why or why not?
Q2
What kinds of sports are popular in your country? Why do you think they are popular?
Q3
How does attending a live sport event differ from watching it on TV?
Q4
How can sport events be used to encourage people to exercise more?
Q5
In your opinion, should sport events be free to join for everyone? Why or why not?

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Q1
What kind of person is it easy to make friends with?
Q2
Do you think these holidays are important?
Q3
Why did you choose that job?
Q4
Do you smile when you are having your picture taken?
Q5
Does the weather in your country change often?
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?

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Q1
Do you have a favourite teacher?
Q2
Are you planning to move to another area to live?
Q3
Do you work or are you a student?
Q4
Do you often use apps on mobile phones?
Q5
How do you feel when you see other people throw garbage on the street?
Q1
Describe a time when you travelled by public transportation. You should say: - where you were going - what type of public transportation you used - what you did during the journey - and explain how you felt about this experience.
Q1
What are some benefits and drawbacks of using public transportation?
Q2
Do you think the government should support public transportation? Why or why not?
Q3
How can public transport systems be improved in your city?
Q4
What is the attitude of people in your city towards public transportation?
Q5
In what ways can using public transportation affect the environment?

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Q1
Do you make plans every day?
Q2
Do you like E-books?
Q3
Do you like it when it's raining?
Q4
What do you do in your free time?
Q5
Who would you most like to be friends with and why?
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?

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Q1
How often do you begin to learn math?
Q2
Do you spend time playing outside or inside ?
Q3
Who is your best friend and why?
Q4
What skills and qualifications are required for this job?
Q5
Did you walk more in the past ?
Q1
Describe a time you spent in a type of physical activity. You should say: - What the activity was - Where and when it happened - Who you did it with - And explain how you felt about the physical activity.
Q1
Do you think physical activity is important?
Q2
In your opinion, how can schools encourage students to participate in physical activity?
Q3
What do you think about the trend of virtual workouts?
Q4
How can families promote physical activities at home?
Q5
Do you think technological advancements have affected our physical activity levels?

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Q1
What's your major?
Q2
Do you often look at the sky? (Why?)
Q3
How do you like your courses?
Q4
Which is more popular in your country, drinking tea or drinking coffee?
Q5
When people in your country entertain guests do they usually drink tea, or coffee?
Q1
Describe a piece of electronic equipment that you find useful. You should say: - what the equipment is - when you bought it or received it as a gift - how often you use this piece of equipment and explain why this piece of electronic equipment is important to you.
Q1
Do you think the development of electronic equipment has positively or negatively affected people's lives?
Q2
What types of electronic devices do most people have in your country?
Q3
How do you think electronic devices will change in the future?
Q4
Do you agree or disagree that young children should be allowed to use electronic devices?
Q5
Have electronic devices made people in your country more social or less social? Why?

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Q1
Are you a patient person?
Q2
Do you prefer to drink bottled water or tap water?
Q3
Do you prefer a holiday at a beach or other?
Q4
Have you ever seen a movie star in real life?
Q5
What's the biggest difficulty you have when managing time?
Q1
Describe an art exhibition you recently visited. You should say: - Where it was - What type of art it was - How you felt about it
Q1
1) Why do you think people have different tastes in art?
Q2
2) Should art be compulsory in high school education?
Q3
3) How can art benefit society?
Q4
4) Do you think governments should fund art museums?
Q5
5) What type of art do you think is most popular in your country and why?

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Q1
Have you ever had (or, raised) a pet?
Q2
Do you think there should be more public holidays?
Q3
Do you like travelling?
Q4
Do you use perfume?
Q5
Do many people live in your neighbourhood?
Q1
Describe a time when you helped someone. You should say: - who you helped - how you helped them - what the result was and explain why you decided to help this person.
Q1
How do people in your society help each other?
Q2
In what ways can we help others?
Q3
Why do some people hesitate to help others?
Q4
What are the effects of helping others on the person who provides the help?
Q5
Should children be taught to help others? Why or why not?

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Q1
Do you usually read for leisure or for work purposes?
Q2
Do you often use apps on mobile phones?
Q3
Do you prefer to drink bottled water or tap water?
Q4
Do you like reading?
Q5
Would you like to be a movie star?
Q1
Describe a long walk you went on. You should say: - where you went - who you went with - what you saw - and explain why you enjoyed the walk.
Q1
Do you think walking is a good way to relax?
Q2
Why do some people enjoy long walks?
Q3
What are some benefits of walking?
Q4
How often do people in your country go for a walk?
Q5
What are some advantages and disadvantages of walking compared to other forms of exercise?