Latest IELTS Speaking Questions
July & August 2025
Part 2

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EXAM QUESTIONS FOR PART 2

Q1

Describe a special gift or present you gave to someone. You should say: - Who you gave it to - What the gift was - Why you chose this gift - And explain how he or she reacted when you gave this gift.

Q2

Describe a time when you had to change your plans due to the weather. You should say: - when it happened - where you were - what kind of weather it was - and explain how you felt about it.

Q3

Describe a time when you saw something interesting on social media. You should say: - What you saw - Who posted it - Why you found it interesting - And explain how you felt after seeing this post.

Q4

Describe a piece of art (painting, sculpture, etc.) that you like. You should say: - where you saw it - what it looks like - why you like it And explain your feelings when you first saw it.

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Q5

Describe a person who you have met recently and who had an impact on you. Please say: - who the person is - how you met them - what they did that had an impact on you - and explain why this person had such an impact on you.

Q6

Describe a bookstore you visit often. You should say: - where it is - why you visit there - what kind of books are available there - and explain why you like this bookstore.

Q7

Describe a time when you felt happy that you used your cellphone.

Q8

Describe a special gift or present you gave to someone. You should say: who you gave it to, what kind of gift it was, why you decided to give that particular gift, and explain why you think it was special or appreciated.

Q9

Describe a wild animal from your country that you find interesting. You should say: what the animal is; where it lives in your country; how you first learned about this animal; and why you find this animal interesting.

Q10

Describe a film or TV show that made you laugh. You should say: - what film or TV show it was - when and where you watched it - what it was about - and explain why it made you laugh.

Q11

Describe famous public place in your hometown. You should say: - Where the place is? - What you can see there? - What people do there? - Explain why this place is famous?

Q12

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

Q13

Describe 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.

Q14

Describe a teacher who has greatly influenced you in your education.

Q15

Describe a book you have recently read. You should say: - What the book is? - Who is the author? - What it is about? - And explain why you enjoyed the book or why it was interesting to you.

Q16

Describe an important decision you made with the help of someone. You should say - who helped you - what the decision was - how this person helped you - and explain why this decision was important to you.

Q17

Describe a journey that you remember well. You should say: - where you went - how you travelled - who you went with And explain why you remember this journey well.

Q18

Describe 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.

Q19

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.

Q20

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.

Q21

Describe a time when you saw interesting animals. You should say: - where you saw them - what happened when you saw them - how you felt about this experience And explain why they were interesting.

Q22

Describe a recent sporting event you have attended. You should say: - where you were - who you were with - what sports were played and explain why you found the event interesting or enjoyable.

Q23

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.

Q24

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.

Q25

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

Q26

Describe a present you received which you found very exciting. You should say: - Who gave you the present? - What kind of present it was? - When you received it? - And explain why it was exciting?

Q27

Describe an ambitious person you know. You should say: who this person is, how you know this person, what this person does, and explain why you think this person is ambitious.

Q28

Describe 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.

Q29

Describe a time when you received good news. You should say: - When you received this news - What the news was about - How you received this news - And explain how you felt about this news

Q30

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

Q31

Describe an interesting conversation you had with someone. You should say: - who you had the conversation with - where and when the conversation took place - what was interesting about the conversation - and explain why this conversation was memorable for you.

Q32

Describe an occasion when you ate a kind of food for the first time. You should say: - where you ate - what food you ate - how you felt about it

Q33

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.

Q34

Describe a positive change in your life. You should say: - What the change was - When it happened - How it affected your life - And explain why it was a positive change.

Q35

Describe a time when you visited a place with friends. You should say: - Where you went - Who you went with - How you travelled there - And explain why you enjoyed your visit.

Q36

Describe a time when you tried a new food for the first time. You should say: - Where you were - What you ate - How you felt about it - And explain why you decided to try this new food

Q37

Talk about a healthy habit you have. You should say: - What the habit is - How long you have had this habit - How it affects your life - And explain why this is a healthy habit for you.

Q38

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.

Q39

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.

Q40

Describe a music concert you recently went to. You should say: - Where the concert was - Who you went with - What bands or singers performed - And explain why this concert was memorable for you.

Q41

Describe a film or TV show that made you laugh. You should say: - what this film or TV show is - when and where you watched it - who the main characters in this film or TV show are - and explain why it made you laugh.

Q42

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 And explain why the book influenced you much.

Q43

Describe a historical period or event that you are interested in. You should say: - What the period or event is - When it happened - What happened during this time period or event - Explain why you are interested in this period or event.

Q44

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

Q45

Describe a crowded place you have visited. You should say: - where this place is - why you visited it - what you did there and explain why it was crowded.

Q46

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.

Q47

Describe 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.

Q48

Describe a piece of art (i.e. painting, sculpture, etc.) that you find beautiful. You should say: - What the artwork is - When and where you first saw it - What you know about it - Why you find it beautiful

Q49

Describe an interesting animal you have seen. You should say: - What the animal is - Where you saw it - What it looked like - Explain why you found it interesting

Q50

Describe a place you want to visit but haven't been to. You should say: - Where is it - How you know this place - What you will do there. And explain why you want to go there

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