Latest IELTS Speaking Questions
February & March 2026
Part 2

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EXAM QUESTIONS FOR PART 2

Q1

Describe a public event you have attended. You should say: - what this event was - where it was held - why you attended this event - and explain how you felt about this event.

Q2

Describe an interesting animal that you have come across. You should say: - What type of animal it is - When and where you saw it - What it looked like - and explain why you think it is interesting.

Q3

Describe a high school, university or evening class (or course) you studied You should say: - what you did in this class (or course) - how long the class or course was - who taught the class (or course) - and explain why you chose to study this subject (or course)

Q4

Describe a childhood memory that makes you happy. You should explain - what it is, how old you were then, why it makes you happy, and why you remember this event.

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Q5

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

Q6

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.

Q7

Describe a family business that you know. You should say: - what this business is - how long it has been running - who the customers are - what you think about this business

Q8

Describe an interesting tradition in your country. You should say: - What the tradition is - How you learnt it - What it is for - and explain why it is interesting.

Q9

Describe a piece of technology (not a computer) that you frequently use. You should say: - What the device is - How often you use it - What you use it for - and explain why it is important to you.

Q10

Describe an occasion when you lost something and then found it. You should say: what you lost, where you lost it, how you found it, and explain how you felt when you found it.

Q11

Describe an event you attended in which you didn't like the music played. You should say: - What the event was - Where it was - What kind of music was played - And explain why you did not like the music.

Q12

Describe a book that you recently read. You should talk about: - what the book was about - why you decided to read this particular book - what you learnt from it - and explain why you would recommend this book to someone else.

Q13

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

Q14

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.

Q15

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.

Q16

Describe a family member who has had an important influence on you. You should say: - Who the person is - What kind of person he/she is - How this person has influenced your life - And explain why you chose this person.

Q17

Describe a worthwhile journey that you have made. You should say: - when you made this journey - why you made it - what the result of it was - and explain why you think this journey was worthwhile to you.

Q18

Describe a time when you travelled with an old person. You should say: - who this person was - where you went - what you did during the trip - and explain how you felt about travelling with this person.

Q19

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

Q20

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.

Q21

Describe a party you enjoyed. You should say: - Where was the party? - Who was there? - What did you do? - Why did you enjoy it?

Q22

Describe a time when you received money as a gift. You should say: when you received the gift, who gave it to you, what you did with it, and explain how you felt about this gift.

Q23

Describe a place full of color that you often visit. You should say: - Where is it? - What it is like? - Why you visit it often? - And explain why it is full of color.

Q24

Describe a place you visited that has been affected by pollution. You should say: - where this place is - what type of pollution is there - how the pollution has affected this place - and explain how you felt when you saw this place

Q25

Describe a time when you received good service from a company or shop. You should say: - what service it was - what company or shop it was - how they served you - and explain why you think it was a good service.

Q26

Describe a piece of electronic equipment that you find useful. You should say: - what the equipment is, - how you learned to use it, - how long you have it, - and explain why you find this piece of electronic equipment useful.

Q27

Describe an experience when you taught something to someone. You should say: - Who you taught and what the subject was - Why you taught this person - How you taught - And explain how you felt about teaching this person

Q28

Describe an occasion when you received incorrect information. You should say: - When and where it happened - Who gave you the information - What the incorrect information was - How you found out it was incorrect And explain how you felt about it.

Q29

Describe 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.

Q30

Describe a journey that you remember well. You should say: - Where you went - How you travelled - What happened on this journey And explain why you remember this journey well.

Q31

Describe 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.

Q32

Describe a time when you tried a new food for the first time. You should say: - Where you were - What the food was - Why you decided to try it - And explain how you felt after tasting it

Q33

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.

Q34

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.

Q35

Describe a historical period you would like to visit. You should say: - What the period is - Where this place is - What you would do there - And why you want to visit this period

Q36

Describe a film you didn't like. You should say: - when you saw it - where you saw it - what it was about - and explain why you didn't like it.

Q37

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

Q38

Describe a historical period you would like to know more about. You should say: - What the historical period is - How you first learned about it - Why it interests you - And explain why you would like to know more about it.

Q39

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

Q40

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.

Q41

Describe a person who has had a significant influence on your life. 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.

Q42

Describe a television program that has made a strong impression on you. You should say: - What the television program is - What it is about - When you first watched it - And explain why it has made such a strong impression on you.

Q43

Describe a piece of art (for example, painting or statue) that you remember seeing. You should say: - where you saw it - what it looked like - what it was about - and explain your impression of it.

Q44

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

Q45

Describe 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 it

Q46

Describe a water sport you would like to try in the future. You should say: - What the sport is - How you heard or knew about it - Whether it is popular in your country or not - Explain why you would like to try it

Q47

Describe something (special) that you saved money to buy. You should say: - what it was - how long it took you to save enough money to buy it - why you wanted to buy this thing - how you got (or, earned) the money - and explain how you felt when (or, after) you bought it.

Q48

Describe a person who you admire. Please say - who this person is - how you know this person - what qualities this person has - and explain why you admire this person.

Q49

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.

Q50

Describe a party that you enjoyed. You should say: - When and where was the party - What the party was for - What you did at the party - And explain why you enjoyed the party.

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