Our appreciation goes to T.Y. for taking the time to pass on the Speaking questions he remembered from his recent IELTS exam in Italy.
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– What is your name?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or are you a student?
– What do you do in your job or what are you studying?
– Do you usually wear sunglasses?
– In what situations do you wear sunglasses?
– Why do some people like wearing sunglasses even indoors?
– Do you think sunglasses are more about fashion or protection?
– Are you spending a lot of money on sunglasses? Why or why not?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Describe a time when you taught a friend or a family member how to do something. You should say:
– who you taught
– what you taught them
– how you taught them
and explain how you felt about this experience.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– Why do people enjoy teaching others new skills?
– What qualities make someone a good teacher?
– Is it easier to teach children or adults? Why?
– Do you think everyone can be taught, or are some people difficult to teach?
– How has technology changed the way people teach and learn?
– Should teaching skills be valued more in society?
