Latest IELTS Speaking Questions
September & October 2026
Part 2

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EXAM QUESTIONS FOR PART 2

Q1

Describe a time when you travelled by public transport. You should say: - Where you went - What form of public transport you used - What you did during the journey - And explain whether you liked this experience or not

Q2

Describe a time when you had to change your plans because of the weather. You should say: - What were your original plans? - What was the weather like? - What changes did you have to make? - And explain how you felt about the changes.

Q3

Describe a piece of art (e.g. painting, sculpture) you saw that you find interesting. You should say: - where you saw it - what it looked like - why you found it interesting

Q4

Describe a skill that you can teach other people. You should say: - What the skill is - Why you chose this skill - How you would teach it - And explain why you think this skill is important to learn.

Q5

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

Q6

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.

Q7

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.

Q8

Describe a movie you really enjoyed watching. You should say: - What the movie is about - Who are the main characters - Why did you enjoy the film - And how you felt after seeing it

Q9

Describe a piece of technology you like using apart from computers. You should say: - What the technology is - How often you use this technology - What you use this technology for - and explain why you like using this technology.

Q10

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.

Q11

Describe an interesting conversation you had. You should say: - Who you had the conversation with - What the conversation was about - Why you found the conversation interesting

Q12

Describe a piece of art (for example, a painting, sculpture, theatre piece, etc.) that you appreciate. You should say: - What the work of art is - When and where you first saw it - How it is made - And explain why you appreciate it.

Q13

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.

Q14

Describe a course you would like to study. You should say: - what the course is - where you would do this course - why you would choose this course - and explain what benefits you think you would gain from this course.

Q15

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.

Q16

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.

Q17

Describe a trip you went on. You should say: where you went; who you went with; what you did; and explain why you enjoyed the trip.

Q18

Talk about the importance of exercise in the current times. Please say - why you think exercise is important, - how often and what type of exercise you do - and any recommendations you have for someone trying to start exercising.

Q19

Describe a time when you were very busy. You should say: - When was it? - What were you busy with? - Why were you so busy? - Explain how you managed your time.

Q20

Describe a time you spent with friends that you enjoyed. You should say: where you were, who you were with, what you did, and explain why you enjoyed the time you spent with your friends.

Q21

Describe 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.

Q22

Describe a time when you were excited about something. You should say: -What it was -When it happened -Why you were excited -And explain how you felt afterwards

Q23

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 this book had a major influence on you.

Q24

Describe a journey (by car, plane, boat) that you remember well. You should say: where you went; how you travelled; why you went on the journey; and explain why you remember this journey well.

Q25

Describe 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.

Q26

Describe a goal that you achieved, which was set by yourself. You should say - - what it was - when you set it - what you did to achieve it - and explain why it was important to you.

Q27

Describe a well-known person you like or admire. You should say: - who this person is - what this person has done - why this person is well known - and explain why you admire this person.

Q28

Describe 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.

Q29

Describe a piece of art that you like. You should say: - What the work of art is - When you first saw it - What you know about it - And explain why you like it

Q30

Describe an important decision that you made with the help of someone else. You should say: - Who helped you to make the decision - What the decision was - How they helped you

Q31

Describe 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.

Q32

Describe a trip that you plan to go on in the near future. You should say: - where you will go - what you will do there - who you will go with - and explain why you are looking forward to this trip.

Q33

Describe a time when you helped someone. You should say: 1. Who you helped 2. How you helped them 3. What the result was And explain how you felt about helping.

Q34

Describe a time when you made a promise to someone. You should say: - Who you made the promise to - What the promise was - Why you made the promise - How you felt after you made the promise

Q35

Talk about a family business you know. You should say: - What business it is - How long it has been operating - Who the customers are - And explain why you are impressed by it.

Q36

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.

Q37

Describe a book that you recently read. You should say: - What the book is - Why you read it - What it is about - And explain how you felt about it

Q38

Describe a time when you had to make a difficult decision. You should say: - what the decision was - how you made the decision - what the results of the decision were - and explain why it was a difficult decision for you.

Q39

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

Q40

Describe a piece of art you like. You should say: - What the work of art is - When you first saw it - What you know about it And explain why you like it.

Q41

Describe an interesting animal you would like to learn more about. You should say: - What the animal is - Where you can find it - Why you find it interesting - And explain why you would like to learn more about this animal.

Q42

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.

Q43

Describe a journey you have made by boat. You should say: - Where you went - Why you went on this journey - Who you went with - and explain how you felt during this journey.

Q44

Describe a book that had a significant influence on you. You should say what the book is, when you read it, what it is about, and explain why it had a significant influence on you.

Q45

Describe a time when you got lost. You should say: - where you were - who you were with - how you felt when you realized you were lost - and explain what you did to find your way.

Q46

Describe a time you had to apologise to someone. You should say: - Who the person was - Why you needed to apologise to them - What their reaction was - How you felt about the situation afterwards

Q47

Describe a special toy you had in your childhood. You should say: - what it was - who gave it to you - how you used to play with it - explain why it was special to you

Q48

Talk about a favourite toy you had in your childhood. Please say - What the toy was - When you got it - How often you played with it - Explain why it was your favourite

Q49

Describe a special toy you had in your childhood. You should say: - what the toy was - who gave it to you - how you used to play with it - and explain why it was special to you.

Q50

Describe a book you have recently read. You should say: - what the book is - what the book is about - why you chose to read it And explain what you learned from the book.