We would like to extend our sincere thanks to F.S., a student in Dubai, UAE, for generously sharing the Speaking questions from his recent IELTS test.
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– Do you work or study?
– Do you live in a flat or a house?
– Is your place shared with anyone?
– What would you like to change about your current home?
– What do you usually do at home to relax?
– Do you think it’s better to live in the city or in the countryside?
– Have you ever moved to a new place?
– What is your favourite room in your home and why?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Describe a friend you dislike. You should say:
– who this person is
– how you became friends
– what things you dislike about them
and explain how this has affected your friendship.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– Why do you think friendships are important?
– Is it important to have friends of different ages, such as older and younger friends?
– Can friends replace family in people’s lives?
– How do friendships change as people get older?
– Do you think social media has changed the way people make friends?
– What qualities make a friendship last for a long time?
