Latest IELTS Speaking Questions
July & August 2025
Part 2

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EXAM QUESTIONS FOR PART 2

Q1

Describe a time when you missed an appointment

Q2

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.

Q3

Describe a time when you watch the sky. You should say: - When and where it was - Who were you with - What you saw - And explain how you felt about it

Q4

Describe a place in other countries where you would like to work for a short time. You should say: - what kind of work you would like to do there - where this place is - why you want to work there - and explain how this place can help you in your career or life.

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Q5

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.

Q6

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.

Q7

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.

Q8

Describe your favourite toy from your childhood. You should say: what the toy was, how often you played with it, who gave you this toy, and explain why it was your favourite.

Q9

Describe an interesting animal you saw. You should say: - Where you saw it - What it looked like - What it was doing - And explain why it was interesting

Q10

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.

Q11

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.

Q12

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

Q13

Describe a song that means something special to you. You should say: - what this song is - when you first heard it - what the song is about - and explain why it is special to you.

Q14

Describe a recent development in your city. You should say: - What the development is - Where it is - How it affects people in your city - And explain what you think about this development

Q15

Describe a piece of art (e.g. painting, sculpture) 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

Q16

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

Q17

Describe a time when you had to go to a hospital or see a doctor. You should say: - when it was - why you went there - what happened - and explain how you felt about it.

Q18

Describe a book you have recently read. You should say: - what the book is - why you chose to read it - what it is about and explain why you enjoyed, or did not enjoy, reading it.

Q19

Describe an interesting tradition in your country. You should say: - What the tradition is - When it is celebrated - How you celebrate it - And explain why it is important to your country.

Q20

Describe a book that had a major influence on you. You should say: - What the book is - How you first heard of/by the book - What is the book about and - Explain why this book was so influential to you.

Q21

Describe a piece of art (for example, a painting or statute) that you find interesting. You should say: - What piece of art it is - Where you saw it first - Why it caught your attention - And explain why you found it interesting

Q22

Describe a time when you were really close to a wild animal. You should say: - When and where this happened. - What kind of animal it was. - What you were doing at this time. - Explain how you felt about this experience.

Q23

Describe a time when you had to use your imagination. You should say: - When this was - What the situation was - Why you had to use your imagination - And explain how you felt about it.

Q24

Describe a book that you recently read. You should say: - What the book is? - What is it about? - Why did you choose to read it? - And how you felt after reading it?

Q25

At some point in our lives, we have all taken trips that we will remember for many years. I want to you to talk about a memorable trip that you once went on. Describe where you went, why that place was special, who you went there with, and why this particular trip was memorable for you. You have one to two minutes to speak about this. I'll give you a bit of time to prepare before you start speaking.

Q26

Describe a time when you experienced a natural event (For example, a storm, a flood, a snowfall, a hailstorm etc.). You should say: - Where you were - What you were doing - What happened and how it affected you - And explain how you felt during and after this event.

Q27

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.

Q28

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.

Q29

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

Q30

Describe an important decision you have made in your life. You should say: - What the decision was - Why it was important to you - How it impacted your life Try to speak about this topic for 1-2 minutes.

Q31

Describe a small business that you admire. You should say: - What this business is - Where it is - What it sells - Why you admire it

Q32

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.

Q33

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.

Q34

Describe a place you would like to visit. You should say: - where it is, - why you would like to visit this place, - what you would do when you get there, - and explain why this place is interesting.

Q35

Describe a piece of equipment in your home that you frequently use. You should say: - what this equipment is - how often you use it - what you use it for - and explain why it is important to you.

Q36

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

Q37

Describe a book that had a big influence on you. You should say: - What the book was - How you first heard of the book - What the book is about - And explain why it had such a big influence on you.

Q38

Describe an exciting book you have read. You should say: - What the book is about - Why you decided to read it - How it made you feel - Why you found it exciting

Q39

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 the animal - How you felt about the experience.

Q40

Describe a piece of art that you find beautiful. You should say: - what it is - when you saw it - where you saw it And discuss why it left a significant impression on you.

Q41

Describe an important conversation that you had in your life. You should say: - Who the conversation was with - What the conversation was about - Where you had this conversation - Why it was important to you

Q42

Describe an interesting conversation you had with someone you did not know. You should say: - where this happened, - who this person was, - what the conversation was about, - and explain why this conversation was interesting to you.

Q43

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?

Q44

Describe a memorable event from your school days. You should say: what the event was, when it happened, where it took place, how you felt about it, and explain why this event was memorable for you.

Q45

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.

Q46

Describe a skill that you learned when you were a child. You should say: - What this skill was - When and how you learned it - Why you learned this skill - And explain how this skill is useful to you now.

Q47

Describe your favorite season. Please say - What season is it? - Why do you like it? - How is this season different from other seasons in your country?

Q48

Describe a time when you saw lots of people were smiling. You should say: - when and where you saw them - who they were - why they were smiling - and explain how you felt when you saw this.

Q49

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.

Q50

Describe a person who you think is very interesting. You should say: who this person is, how you know them, what makes them interesting, and why you think they are interesting.

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