A special thanks goes to O.H., who took the IELTS test in Saudi Arabia and kindly provided the Speaking questions he remembered from his exam:
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– Do you live in a house or a flat?
– How long have you lived there?
– Do you live alone or with other people?
– What do you like most about your home?
– What changes would you like to make to your room?
– Is your neighbourhood a good place to live?
– Do you think the environment around your home affects your mood?
– Let’s talk about art. Do you enjoy drawing or painting?
– Did you study art at school?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Describe a comedy movie you watched at the cinema with a friend. You should say:
– what the movie was
– who you watched it with
– what it was about
and explain why you found it funny.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– Why do people enjoy watching comedy films?
– What makes something funny to one person but not to another?
– Why do some cartoons attract both children and adults?
– Do you think humour is important in daily life?
– How does social media influence people’s sense of humour?
– Do you think comedians and artists have an impact on young people today?
