
Our sincerest thanks to Y.S. for sharing the Speaking questions she recalled from her very recent IELTS exam in Taiwan:
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– Where is your hometown?
– What do you like most about your hometown?
– Has your hometown changed much in recent years?
– Would you like to live there in the future?
– Do people in your hometown often wear jewellery?
– Do you like wearing jewellery?
– What kind of jewellery do you usually wear?
– Do you think jewellery is a good gift for others?
– Have you ever bought jewellery for someone else?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Describe a meal you tried for the first time. You should say:
– what the meal was
– when and where you had it
– who you were with
and explain how you felt when you tried it for the first time.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– How have people’s eating habits changed over time?
– Why do some people enjoy cooking while others do not?
– Do you think it’s important for children to learn how to cook?
– How does technology affect the way people prepare meals today?
– What role do traditional dishes play in your country’s culture?
– Do you think people will cook at home less in the future?


