IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 1Q1Would you move to another city because of the weather?Q2Do many people live in your neighbourhood?Q3When was the last time you were in a crowded place?Q4Do you think these holidays are important?Q5Do you like handwriting ?Q1Describe 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.Q1Are there any specific time management techniques that you find particularly effective?Q2Do you think people are more busy today than in the past? Why?Q3How does being busy affect personal relationships?Q4What role does technology play in making people busy?Q5In your opinion, is it better to be busy or have a lot of free time?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 2Q1Are your music tastes varied?Q2Why did you choose that major?Q3Would you say most people in your country know why you have those holidays?Q4How do you feel when people don't return things they borrowed from you?Q5Do you smile when you are having your picture taken?Q1Describe an expensive activity that you enjoy doing occasionally. You should say: - what the activity is - why it is expensive - when you usually do it - and explain why you enjoy doing this activity.Q1Do you think expensive hobbies are more enjoyable than cheaper ones?Q2Why do people spend lots of money on such activities?Q3How can people manage their money to spend on such expensive activities?Q4Do you think people should limit their expenses on such activities?Q5What kind of activities can people do that are enjoyable but not expensive?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 3Q1What do you do when you see rubbish on the street?Q2Which is more popular in your country, drinking tea or drinking coffee?Q3How often do you read?Q4Do you often (like to) listen to music?Q5Have your sleeping habits changed since you were younger?Q1Describe a piece of international news you have recently heard. You should say: - what the news was about - where you heard or read this news - why this news was interesting to you - and explain how you feel about this international news.Q1Why do you think it is important to know about international news?Q2How do international news impact people's lives?Q3Do most people in your country follow international news? Why/not?Q4What sources do you consider the most reliable for international news?Q5Do you think the way international news is reported differs from country to country? How?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 4Q1Do you prefer visiting your relatives, or your friends?Q2Do you often look at the sky? (Why?)Q3Do you like it when it's raining?Q4Where would you like to travel for a vacation? (Why?)Q5Did you learn anything about the planets and stars at school?Q1Describe a time when you were really happy. You should say: - when and where this was - who you were with - what you did - and explain why you were happy at this time.Q1What are some other experiences that make people feel really happy?Q2Do people feel happiness at the same things or does it depend on the person?Q3Are people in your country generally happy, in your opinion? Why do you think that is?Q4Do you think people are happier now than in the past? Why or why not?Q5What can government or society do to increase happiness?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 5Q1Do you have a job right now?Q2In what ways do you think teachers and parents are different when teaching young people?Q3Where did you play when you were a child?Q4When people in your country entertain guests do they usually drink tea, or coffee?Q5What did you do on the first day of your job?Q1Describe an important decision that you made in your life. - What was the decision? - Why did you have to make such a decision? - What was the result of the decision?Q1Do you think it's always important to consider other people's opinions before making a major decision?Q2How do you think decisions made during adolescence impact one’s later life?Q3Do you think some people are naturally better decision-makers, or is it a skill that anyone can learn?Q4What are some common difficulties people face when making decisions, in your opinion?Q5Do you agree that we learn more from the decisions that produced bad outcomes rather than good ones?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 6Q1Are you willing to share your favourite possessions?Q2Do you like going to the cinema?Q3Do you have a favourite movie star?Q4How often do you have a drink of water?Q5Who would you most like to be friends with and why?Q1Describe a person who has had a significant influence on your life. You should say: - Who this person is - How long you have known him/her - What qualities this person has - Explaining why this person has had such an influence on you.Q1Do you think it's important to have role models?Q2What do you think you have learned from this person?Q3Can celebrities be good role models?Q4How does someone become a role model for others?Q5Has your role model changed as you have got older?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 7Q1What's the weather like in your city?Q2Do you like to listen to live music?Q3Do you take anything when you visit your relatives?Q4Would you say young people are more patient than older people?Q5Do most people in your country (still) wear a watch nowadays?Q1Describe a person who did something that you admire. You should say: - Who this person is - What did he/she do - How this person did this And explain why you admire what this person didQ1Do you think it is more important to admire people’s achievements or their qualities?Q2How often do people admire others in your culture?Q3Can people learn to be admirable, or is it a natural talent?Q4Why do people admire celebrities often?Q5How have people’s admirations changed over time?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 8Q1Have you given up reading a book recently?Q2How do you feel in crowded places?Q3How do you listen to music?Q4Do you like handwriting ?Q5Have you ever borrowed money from others?Q1Describe a time you made a promise to someone. You should say: - Who you made a promise to - What the promise was - Why you made the promise - and explain if you were able to keep the promise or not.Q1How do you feel when you can't keep a promise?Q2Do you think it's easy for you to trust people? Why?Q3What do you think are some reasons people might not keep their promises?Q4Do you believe promise-making still plays a significant role in our society? Why or why not?Q5In your opinion, are there any circumstances where it's acceptable to break a promise?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 9Q1Have you given up reading a book recently?Q2When was the last time you visited them? what did you do?Q3Has your taste in movies changed since you were younger?Q4Has a foreign visitor ever stayed at your home?Q5How important is your hometown to you?Q1Describe 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.Q1Do you think people are more patient now than they were in the past?Q2How do you feel about waiting in line for a long time?Q3What could be done to make waiting in line less boring?Q4Can technology help to reduce wait times, in your opinion?Q5Do you think companies should be held accountable when people have to wait in long lines?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 10Q1Do you think your city is clean or not?Q2How do you feel when other people are impatient?Q3Do you work or are you a student?Q4Where was the last place you visited on holiday?Q5Do you like handwriting ?Q1Describe a piece of art (e.g. painting, sculpture) that you find interesting. You should say: - What the piece of art is. - Where you saw it. - What it looks like. - Explain why it was interesting to you.Q1Do you think art is an important part of a society? Why or why not?Q2What type of art do you appreciate most and why?Q3Are there other forms of art you are interested in?Q4What is the role of museums and art galleries in society?Q5Should art be taught in schools? If yes, why?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 11Q1What kind of pets do people like/dislike to have?Q2Do you think there should be more public holidays?Q3What are the advantages and disadvantages of social networking apps?Q4When did you start listening to this type of music?Q5What is your hometown famous for?Q1Describe a time when you moved to a new school or home. You should say: when it was, where it was, why you moved, and explain how you felt about it.Q1How does moving often affect a person?Q2Why do some people choose to stay in one place their entire life?Q3What are the challenges of living in a new environment?Q4How can schools help new students to adapt quickly?Q5What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of moving frequently?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 12Q1What kind of tourist destination do you usually prefer?Q2How many people are there in your immediate family?Q3Are there four different seasons in your hometown?Q4How many books do you have at home?Q5What kind of places have you visited in your life?Q1Describe an interesting conversation you had with someone. You should say: - who the person was - where and when you had the conversation - what the conversation was about - and explain why you found the conversation interesting.Q1Do you often have complex conversations, or do you prefer simpler discussions?Q2What makes a conversation interesting for you?Q3Is there a difference between face-to-face conversation and phone conversation? Which one do you prefer?Q4Do you think conversations are important in relationships? Why or why not?Q5In what situations might people have difficulty talking to each other?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 13Q1When do people smile to others?Q2Do you like crowded places?Q3Where are you living at the moment?Q4Can you see the moon and stars at night where you live?Q5What's the biggest difficulty you have when managing time?Q1Describe a book that you recently read. You should say: what the book is, who the author is, what the book is about, and explain why you enjoyed it or learned from it.Q1How have books influenced your life?Q2What types of books are most popular in your country?Q3Do you think e-books are replacing traditional books? Why or why not?Q4How can teachers encourage students to read more books?Q5Do you think the importance of books is the same for different age groups?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 14Q1Which city have you been to recently?Q2What did you do on the first day of your job?Q3Are you patient in your work or study?Q4Who do you get on best with in your family?Q5What do you think when your friends borrow your phonesQ1Describe an interesting conversation you had. You should explain: - Who you had the conversation with - What the conversation was about - Why you found the conversation interesting You will have to talk about the topic for 1 to 2 minutes. You have one minute to think about what you are going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.Q1Why do you think conversation skills are important?Q2Do you think communication skills are being affected by technology? How?Q3What role does conversation play in relationships?Q4Do you think children should be taught conversation skills at school? Why/why not?Q5How can people improve their conversation skills?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 15Q1Are you planning to move to another area to live?Q2When you were young, did your parents teach you to share with others?Q3Do you like maths?Q4Do you prefer to go to crowded places or places that have few people?Q5When you visit new places, what do you like to do?Q1Describe a time when you were lost. You should say: when and where you got lost, who you were with, what you tried to do and how you felt at that time.Q1What difficulties may people face when they visit a new place?Q2How important is it to have a guide when visiting a new place?Q3Do you think technology has made it hard for people to get lost?Q4Could getting lost possibly have any benefits?Q5What advice would you give to someone going somewhere new?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 16Q1Do you want to develop an app yourself?Q2Where do you often walk ?Q3Where was the last place you visited on holiday?Q4Do you prefer to write on a computer or to write using a pen?Q5Which actor would you like to play you in a film?Q1Describe an important conversation that you remember. You should say: - who the person you spoke to was - what the conversation was about - where you had the conversation And explain why it was important to you.Q1How do people in your country usually start a conversation?Q2Do you think good conversation skills are essential in today’s society?Q3What factors do you think can turn a conversation negative?Q4Do you think technology has impacted the way we converse with each other? How?Q5How can you improve your conversation skills?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 17Q1Which major do you want to choose in college? Why? (if you do not have a major yet)Q2Have you given up reading a book recently?Q3Where was the last place you visited on holiday?Q4Do you work or are you a student?Q5When you visit new places, what do you like to do?Q1Describe a positive change in your life. You should say: - When and where this change occurred - What the change was - What you did to make this change happen - Explain why this change was positive for you.Q1Do you think this change has had an impact on your personal identity?Q2Is it easy or difficult to change habits in your opinion?Q3Who do you think has played a significant role in helping you make this change?Q4Why do you think people resist change?Q5What can be some possible challenges one might face while trying to make positive changes?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 18Q1Do you do different things in different weather (or different seasons)?Q2What changes would you like to see in this area?Q3Are there many celebrity athletes in your country?Q4Where do you listen to it?Q5Which actor would you like to play you in a film?Q1Describe a school you attended. You should say: - where it was - what it was like - what you learned there - and explain how you felt about it.Q1How were the teachers at your school? Can you share any memorable moments with them?Q2Do you think the education system has changed since you attended school? If so, how?Q3What role do you think extra-curricular activities play in education?Q4How do you think technology is affecting today's education system?Q5What would you change about your school if given a chance and why?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 19Q1Do many people live in your neighbourhood?Q2How much time do you spend listening to music every day?Q3Are you a patient person?Q4Do you think the weather is more important to people who play sports?Q5Did you prefer team sports or individual sports when you were young?Q1Describe a book that you have recently read. You should say: - What was the book? - Who was the author? - What was the story about? - Why did the book impress you?Q1What role do books play in your life?Q2Do you think reading habits have changed over the years, with the advent of E-books?Q3What kind of books are popular in your country?Q4Do you think books will be replaced by technology?Q5Do you feel that children should be encouraged to read from a young age?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 20Q1Do you prefer to (or usually) watch a film alone or with others?Q2How do you feel when other people are impatient?Q3Do you think it is an easy way to make friends through social networking apps?Q4Did you play at your friend's home?Q5Would you like to be a movie star?Q1Describe a time when you were extremely happy. You should say: - when it happened - where it happened - what made you feel so happy - and explain how that experience has affected you.Q1What kind of things make young people happy, in your opinion?Q2Do you think money is important for happiness? Why/why not?Q3How does happiness influence people’s health in your opinion?Q4Do you think that happiness is more important than wealth? Why or why not?Q5Is happiness the same for everyone, or does it differ from person to person?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 21Q1Are your music tastes varied?Q2Why did you choose that major?Q3Do you consider living in the countryside in the future?Q4Are cinema tickets expensive in your country?Q5What's the biggest difficulty you have when managing time?Q1Describe a party that you enjoyed. You should say: - Where the party was - Who you went to the party with - What you did at the party - And explain why you enjoyed the party.Q1Do you think it's important for people to celebrate milestones together?Q2What makes a party successful according to you?Q3Should children and adults have separate parties, why or why not?Q4Is it acceptable to spend a lot of money on parties?Q5What role does music play in a party?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 22Q1Do you have a large extended family?Q2What is your hometown famous for?Q3Do males and females generally use the same kinds of bags?Q4How many hours do you sleep every day (or, every night)?Q5Do you ever read professional books?Q1Describe a journey that you remember well. You should say: - where you went - how you travelled - what you did when you arrived And explain why you remember this journey well.Q1What do you think is the major benefit of travelling?Q2Do you think travelling alone is a good idea?Q3Can travelling help in educational development? How?Q4What do you think about the impact of tourism on local communities?Q5What influence could travelling have on someone's personality?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 23Q1Do you think it's important to keep the city clean?Q2Do males and females generally use the same kinds of bags?Q3What kinds of book do you like to read?Q4Are you willing to share your favourite possessions?Q5Do you usually wear a watch?Q1Describe 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.Q1How does pollution affect the daily lives of people?Q2What are some long-term effects of pollution on nature and wildlife?Q3What actions can be taken to reduce pollution in cities?Q4Should governments spend more on reducing pollution or on educating people about the dangers of pollution? Why?Q5How can individuals contribute to reducing pollution?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 24Q1Which season do you like best? /Do you have a favourite type of weather?Q2Who would you most like to be friends with and why?Q3Do you have a favourite movie star?Q4What would you like to change about your lifestyle?Q5What kind of watch do you wear?Q1An experience when you enjoyed free time. - Where you were - What you did - Who you were with - Explain why you enjoyed it.Q1Do you think people nowadays have enough free time?Q2What are some common activities that people do in their free time in your country?Q3How has the way people spend their free time changed over the years?Q4Is leisure time always beneficial, or can it also be negative?Q5Do you think that the way we spend our free time can affect our work or studies?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 25Q1Can you give any examples of work that require patience?Q2Should parents follow their children's ideas or should they say “No” to them? Can children sayQ3Do you think these holidays are important?Q4When does your voice change?Q5Do you think there should be more public holidays?Q1Describe an experience where you were not allowed to use your mobile phone. You should say: when and where it happened, what you were doing at the time, how you felt after not using your phone, and explain why you were not allowed to use your phone then.Q1Do you think it's necessary to have some 'no mobile phone' areas?Q2What are the advantages and disadvantages of using mobile phones?Q3How have mobile phones changed people's lives?Q4Do you think people are too dependent on mobile phones?Q5Should there be rules regarding mobile phone usage in public places?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 26Q1Where are you living at the moment?Q2How often do you smile?Q3How do you listen to music?Q4Which city do you want to go to?Q5Are you a patient person?Q1Describe a book that you enjoy reading, you should say: - What this book is - What the book is about - What character or part of the book you like the most - And explain why you like reading this book You will have one to two minutes to talk about this topic. You will have one minute to prepare what you are going to say.Q1Do you think this book would be as enjoyable if it was turned into a movie?Q2How do you feel about the role of books in educating society?Q3What kind of books do you think young people should read?Q4Some people think that digital books will replace paper books in the future. What's your view on this?Q5How does reading influence a person’s personality or worldview?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 27Q1Have you given up reading a book recently?Q2Do you like reading?Q3How often do you read?Q4Is live music popular in your country?Q5Do you have a favourite teacher?Q1Describe something important that you once forgot to do. You should say: - what you forgot to do - when this happened - where it happened - and explain how you felt about it later.Q1Are there any things that are especially important for people to memorize?Q2Do you think having a good memory is important for students?Q3Are there any things that are especially important for people to remember? See NoteQ4What are the possible negative results of having a poor memory?Q5What kinds of people are most likely to forget things?Q6Do you think having a bad memory can affect one's performance at work?Q7What sorts of things do people tend to remember best?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 28Q1Do you feel the climate is changing?Q2Is it different from what you had in mind?Q3Who do you live with?Q4Can you see the moon and stars at night where you live?Q5Do you prefer to (or usually) watch a film alone or with others?Q1Describe an old person you admire. You should say: Who this person is, How long you have known this person, What qualities this person has. And explain why you admire this person.Q1What is the role of old people in your country?Q2What can be the possible impacts of an ageing population on society?Q3What can young people learn from the elderly?Q4How can society help the elderly live a better life?Q5Can you think of any examples where older people’s experience might be more valuable than young people’s energy?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 29Q1What did you want to be when you were a child?Q2Do you think it's important to keep the city clean?Q3What apps do you often use?Q4What did you do on the first day of your job?Q5When do you think children start to have their own ideas?Q1Describe a time when you had to wait in a long line. You should say: - Where it was - What you needed to do at the end of the line - How long you had to wait - And explain how you felt about waiting in this lineQ1Why do you think some people become impatient when they have to wait in line?Q2What kinds of problems can happen when people do not wait their turn?Q3In your country, how do people feel about waiting in lines?Q4What strategies can businesses use to reduce waiting times for customers?Q5Do you think people's attitudes towards waiting have changed in recent times?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 30Q1Do you think your city is clean or not?Q2Why did you choose that major?Q3Do you prefer to (or usually) watch a film alone or with others?Q4Do you prefer traveling alone or in a group?Q5Are there good job opportunities in your home country?Q1Describe a success of your friend that made you feel proud. You should say: - who this friend was (or, is) - what success they had - how your friend celebrated this success - and explain why you were proud of your friend's success.Q1Which do you think is more important, success with one's studies (academic success) or success in sport?Q2How do you think successful students at school should be rewarded?Q3How would you define the the expression, 'success at school'?Q4How do people achieve success at school?Q5Do you believe 'being successful' and 'making a lot of money' are the same thing?Q6How do you think successful students at school are rewarded?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 31Q1Do you consider this place your home?Q2Do you take anything when you visit your relatives?Q3How will you you use English in future?Q4How do you feel when people don't return things they borrowed from you?Q5Do you often look at the sky? (Why?)Q1Describe a success of your friend that made you feel proud. You should say: - who this friend was (or, is) - what success they had - how your friend celebrated this success - and explain why you were proud of your friend's success.Q1Which do you think is more important, success with one's studies (academic success) or success in sport?Q2How do you think successful students at school should be rewarded?Q3How would you define the the expression, 'success at school'?Q4How do people achieve success at school?Q5Do you believe 'being successful' and 'making a lot of money' are the same thing?Q6How do you think successful students at school are rewarded?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 32Q1Do you consider this place your home?Q2What do people in your country do during holidays?Q3How important is your hometown to you?Q4Do you spend much time in the countryside ?Q5Did you prefer team sports or individual sports when you were young?Q1Describe a time when you were really close to a wild animal. You should say: when and where this happened, what kind of animal you saw, what you were doing at the time and explain how you felt about this encounter.Q1Do you think people should be allowed to keep wild animals as pets?Q2Why do some people have a fear of certain animals?Q3How can we teach children to respect animals?Q4What roles do zoos play in wildlife conservation?Q5What is your opinion about hunting wild animals for sport?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 33Q1How do you feel when you see other people throw garbage on the street?Q2Would you like to be a movie star?Q3Can you explain why some people are not very patient?Q4Do you want to develop an app yourself?Q5How long have you been living there?Q1Describe a piece of music you like. You should say: - What it is - What type of music it is - How you first heard about it - Where you usually listen to it - And explain why you like itQ1Do you think music plays an important role in society? Why or why not?Q2In what ways can music influence a person’s mood?Q3What types of music are most popular in your country?Q4Do you think the music industry exploit musicians? In what ways?Q5How do you see the future of music? Will it change greatly from what we have now?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 34Q1Do you think your city is clean or not?Q2How do you organize you time?Q3Did you walk more in the past ?Q4Do you like to watch movies? (Why?)Q5When does your voice change?Q1Describe 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.Q1What characteristics do you admire in other people?Q2Who else in your family is much like this person?Q3What influence do you think this person has had on your life?Q4Market personalities often influence young people through social media. Is it a positive or a negative trend?Q5Do you think one's life can be changed by the influence of a famous person? Why?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 35Q1Do most people in your country (still) wear a watch nowadays?Q2Do you think you are more patient now than when you were younger?Q3Would you like to be a movie star?Q4Are you learning a musical instrument at the moment?Q5Do you think people in your city will walk more in the future?Q1Ideally, you should speak for 2 minutes about the following topic. Describe an exciting book that you have read. You should say: 1) What the book was about 2) Why it was exciting 3) How it affected you 4) And explain why you would recommend this book to others.Q11) Can you suggest any other books that might be interesting for other people to read?Q22) In your opinion, what makes a book exciting to read?Q33) What is the role of books in a person's intellectual development?Q44) How has reading influenced your life?Q55) Do you prefer digital or physical books? Why?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 36Q1What kind of places have you visited in your life?Q2Do you like to drink water?Q3What are the most interesting and the difficult part of your job?Q4When you go out do you most often drink tea, or coffee?Q5When do people smile to others?Q1Describe a person who does something good for the community. You should say: - who this person is - how you know them - what they do - and explain why you think it is good for your community.Q1What qualities does a person need to help their community?Q2How important is it to you to participate in your local community?Q3Why do you think some people choose not to be involved in their local community?Q4What can be done to encourage more people to get involved in their community?Q5How has community work changed over the years in your country?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 37Q1Do you prefer to write on a computer or to write using a pen?Q2What are the most interesting and the difficult part of your job?Q3Why do some people throw garbage on the street?Q4What do you enjoy about learning English?Q5Would you say most people in your country know why you have those holidays?Q1Describe a book that you have recently read. You should say: - What was the book? - Who was the author? - What was the story about? - Why did the book impress you?Q1What role do books play in your life?Q2Do you think reading habits have changed over the years, with the advent of E-books?Q3What kind of books are popular in your country?Q4Do you think books will be replaced by technology?Q5Do you feel that children should be encouraged to read from a young age?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 38Q1Who do you get on best with in your family?Q2What kind of places have you visited in your life?Q3Do you think plastic bags are a serious environmental problem?Q4Do you think old people need more sleep than young people?Q5Do you have a favourite teacher?Q1Describe 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 usefulQ1Do you think mobile apps are making life easier?Q2What are the advantages and disadvantages of using mobile apps?Q3How do you feel about the privacy and security issues with some mobile apps?Q4Do you think mobile apps are replacing physical products or services?Q5What types of mobile apps do you think will be popular in the future?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 39Q1Did you prefer team sports or individual sports when you were young?Q2Do you think a person's handwriting reflects their personality?Q3Do you spend time playing outside or inside ?Q4Would you say most people in your country know why you have those holidays?Q5What types of films do you like to watch?Q1Describe 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?Q1What historical places are tourists attracted to in your country?Q2Why is it important for us to visit historical places?Q3What do you think is the value of public spaces in cities?Q4What can be done to make public places more interesting for people, especially the youth?Q5What attributes should a good public space have?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 40Q1What kind of pets do people like/dislike to have?Q2Do you prefer a long holiday or several short ones?Q3Which major will you change it to?Q4Why did you choose that major?Q5How do you think parents could encourage their children to share?Q1An experience when you enjoyed free time. - Where you were - What you did - Who you were with - Explain why you enjoyed it.Q1Do you think people nowadays have enough free time?Q2What are some common activities that people do in their free time in your country?Q3How has the way people spend their free time changed over the years?Q4Is leisure time always beneficial, or can it also be negative?Q5Do you think that the way we spend our free time can affect our work or studies?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 41Q1How often do you use email (or, write emails)?Q2How often do you play sports?Q3What public holidays do you have in your country?Q4Which actor would you like to play you in a film?Q5Do you have a job right now?Q1Describe a piece of art (painting, sculpture, etc.) that you like. You should say: What it is, Where you saw it, What it looks like and explain why you like it.Q1In your opinion, what makes a piece of art valuable?Q2Do you think art and culture play an important role in society? Can you give me some examples?Q3How is modern art different from traditional art? Can you provide an example?Q4Do you believe that art appreciation should be taught in schools? Why or why not?Q5What role does art play in the economy of a country?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 42Q1Do you think you will be more patient in the future?Q2Can you suggest why some people throw their litter on the ground?Q3Can you explain why some people are not very patient?Q4Do you like to lend things to others?Q5What do people in your country do during holidays?Q1Describe an experience when you tried a new foreign food for the first time. You should say: - What the food was - Where you ate it - Why you decided to try it - And explain how you felt about this food after trying itQ1What role does food play in our culture?Q2Why do people prefer homemade food?Q3Do you think eating habits have changed over the years? Why?Q4How can we promote healthy eating among young people?Q5Do you think the government should regulate the fast food industry? Why?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 43Q1What makes a good teacher?Q2Where was the last place you visited on holiday?Q3Are you learning a musical instrument at the moment?Q4When does your voice change?Q5How do you like your courses?Q1Describe a time when you disagreed with a friend. You should say: when and where it happened, what the disagreement was about, who you were with, and explain how the situation was resolved or if it was not resolved.Q1Can disagreements create problems in friendships?Q2What is the importance of resolving conflicts in relationships?Q3How are disagreements generally managed in your culture?Q4Do you think disagreements are necessary? Why or why not?Q5What do you think is the root cause of disagreements between friends?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 44Q1Who do you often spend holiday with?Q2Do you spend time playing outside or inside ?Q3Can you suggest why some people throw their litter on the ground?Q4Did you walk more in the past ?Q5Do you think you are more patient now than when you were younger?Q1Describe a time when you moved to a new school or home. You should say: - where it was - why you moved there - how you felt about it and explain how this move influenced you.Q1Do you think moving to a new place can affect a person’s life? Why or why not?Q2What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of moving to a new place?Q3Can relocating to a new place influence personality development? If so, how?Q4How can a person adapt to a new environment after moving?Q5In your opinion, should young children be involved in their family’s decision to move to a new place? Why or why not?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 45Q1Do most people in your country (still) wear a watch nowadays?Q2Is there anything you dislike about learning English?Q3Do you think you will use more those social networking apps ?Q4Do you take anything when you visit your relatives?Q5What's the biggest difficulty you have when managing time?Q1Describe a piece of art (for example, painting, sculpture) that you like.Q1What type of art are you most interested in?Q2Do you think art classes are important in school? Why or why not?Q3How are modern arts different from the classical ones?Q4Is there a relationship between a country's culture and its art?Q5Should governments fund artists and their projects?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 46Q1What's the weather like in your city?Q2Do you consider this place your home?Q3Do you think you will be more patient in the future?Q4Have you ever borrowed money from others?Q5Who do you often spend holiday with?Q1Describe a speech that you delivered in front of a group of people. You should say: - When and where you delivered the speech - What the audience was like - What the speech was about - And explain how you felt about delivering the speech.Q1Do you think public speaking skills are important? Why or why not?Q2What do you think is the most challenging part about public speaking?Q3Why do some people fear public speaking?Q4How can schools help students to develop their public speaking skills?Q5In what situations might a person need good public speaking skills?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 47Q1Is there anything that you would not share with others?Q2How many hours do you sleep every day (or, every night)?Q3Do you think it's good to have a nap during the day?Q4Do you like to receive handwritten letters and cards?Q5Is bottled water very expensive in your country?Q1Describe a time when you felt very proud of someone you know. You should say: - Who this person is - When this event took place - What this person did - And explain why you felt proud of this person.Q1Do you think it’s important to express pride in others? Why or why not?Q2What can parents do to make their children feel proud?Q3Do you believe social media plays a role in the way people express pride? In what ways?Q4Why do you think some people find it difficult to express pride in others?Q5Can pride also be damaging? Why or why not?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 48Q1Do you think it is difficult to learn a new sport?Q2Which city do you want to go to?Q3Did you learn anything about the planets and stars at school?Q4What kind of watch do you wear?Q5Do you have a busy social life?Q1Describe a time when you received a piece of good news. You should say: - what the news was about - who gave you the news - how you reacted to the newsQ1How do you usually receive your news?Q2Do you think that the way people get news today is better than how they got it in the past?Q3What kind of news is popular in your country?Q4In your opinion, what type of news is most important?Q5How can too much news be harmful?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 49Q1How do you listen to music?Q2Do you prefer to drink hot water or cool (or cold) water?Q3How many hours do you sleep every day (or, every night)?Q4Do you think you are more patient now than when you were younger?Q5Where would you like to travel for a vacation? (Why?)Q1Describe a trip that you went on by public transportation. You should say: - Where you went - Who you went with - What kind of transportation you used - And explain why you chose that type of transportation.Q1How often do you use public transportation?Q2What are some advantages and disadvantages of using public transportation?Q3Do you think that more people should use public transportation? Why or why not?Q4How could public transportation be improved in your area?Q5Do you prefer to use public transportation or private transportation when going on trips? Why?IELTS SPEAKING TEST QUESTIONS 50Q1How do you think parents could encourage their children to share?Q2Do you take anything when you visit your relatives?Q3Who would you most like to be friends with and why?Q4Do you think maths is important?Q5Have you given up reading a book recently?Q1Describe a time when you felt happy that you used your cellphone.Q1What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of mobile phones?Q2How have cellphones changed people's behavior?Q3In what situations do you think using cellphones is inappropriate?Q4Do you believe the benefits of technology in education outweigh its disruptions?Q5Do mobile phones play a crucial role in your daily life? Why or why not?
