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11/30/21, 2:16 PM IELTS Speaking Questions 2021

2021-11-26: Part 1

1. Do you live in a house or a flat?


2. Why do you live in an apartment/house?
3. How long have you lived there?
4. Do you like your apartment/house?
5. What do you like the most about it?
6. What is your favorite room? Why?
7. Can you describe the view from your windows?
8. Do you plan to live there in the future?
9. What kind of accommodation do you wish to have in the future?
10. Can you tell me about the house that you lived in when you were a child?
11. Do you use a car to move around?
12. How do you usually travel from one place to another?
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Vocabulary: Home

2021-11-26: Part 1

1. Do you like your primary school?


2. What did you like to do the most when you were in primary school?
3. How did you go to your primary school?
4. How do you like your primary school?
5. What did you do in your leisure time in your primary school?
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1. What scenery can you see from the window of your home?
2. Is it essential for you to have a good view from your window?
3. Do you like to sit by the window when you take an airplane?
4. What sort of view would you like your house to have in the future?
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Vocabulary: Scenery

2021-11-26: Part 1

1. What is your favorite color?


2. Do you prefer bright colors or dark colors?
3. Are there any colors that you dislike?
4. Are colors important to you?
5. What is the color of your room?
6. What are your friends' favorite colors? Why?
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2021-11-26: Part 1

1. Have you ever lost your way?


2. How can you find your way when you are lost?
3. Can you read a map when you get lost?
4. Have you ever helped someone who got lost?
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Sample Answers

2021-11-26: Part 2

Describe a time when you felt proud of a family member

You should say:


who the person is
when it happened
what the person did
and explain why you felt proud of the person.
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Timing Practice

2021-11-26: Part 2

Describe a puzzle you have played.


You should say:


what it is like
how easy or difficult it is
how long does it take you to solve
and how you feel about it.
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2021-11-26: Part 2

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Describe a famous athlete you know

You should say:


who the athlete is
how you know the athlete
what the athlete has achieved
and explain why the athlete is famous.
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Vocabulary: Sports   Timing Practice

2021-11-26: Part 2

Describe a famous person you are interested in


You should say:


who the person is
how you knew about the person
what the person was like before the person became famous
and explain why you are interested in the person.
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Vocabulary: Celebrity   Timing Practice

2021-11-26: Part 2

Describe a good service you received


You should say:


what the service was
when and where you received it
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who you were with


and explain why you think it was a good service.
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Timing Practice

2021-11-26: Part 2

Describe a person who loves to do social work.


You should say:


who the person is
what the person does
why the person loves to do social work
and explain how you felt about it.
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Timing Practice

2021-11-26: Part 3

1. When would parents feel proud of their children?


2. Should parents reward children? Why and how?
3. Is it reasonable to reward children too often? Why?
4. On what occasions would adults be proud of themselves?
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1. Why do parents let their children play puzzles?


2. What kinds of puzzles improve people's intelligence?
3. Why are detective stories attractive to people?
4. Which do you think is better? A detective movie or its original novel.
5. What type of person likes puzzles?
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2021-11-26: Part 3

1. What kinds of exercises do people in your country do?


2. What characteristics do you think an athlete should have?
3. Why are there so few top athletes?
4. What is the best way to become a top athlete?
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2021-11-26: Part 3

1. What kinds of celebrities are there in your country?


2. What are the differences between famous people today and those in the past?
3. Do you think famous people are necessarily good in their fields?
4. Do you think the media pay too much attention to celebrities?
5. Are celebrities an inspiration to the younger generation?
6. Why do youth follow celebrities?
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Vocabulary: Celebrity

2021-11-26: Part 3

1. What do you think of the relationship between companies and customers?


2. As a customer, what kinds of services would you expect to receive from a company?
3. What kinds of jobs involve coping with the public?
4. Why should companies react when customers have difficulties?
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2021-11-26: Part 3

1. Do you love being a social worker?


2. What do social workers do?
3. What are social work values?
4. What type of person would make an excellent social worker?
5. Should governments create more social work job opportunities?
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2021-11-23: Part 1

1. What do you study?


2. Where do you study that?
3. Why did you choose that subject?
4. Do you like that subject?
5. Is it a popular subject in your country?
6. What are the main aspects of your subject?
7. Is there anything unexpected about your study?
8. If you had the chance, would you change the subject?
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9. What is your favorite subject?


10. Is there something that helps you to study efficiently?
11. What is more essential for you, lecturers or friends?
12. Is there anything you want to change in your university?
13. Do you plan to get a job in the same field as your subject?
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Vocabulary: Education

2021-11-23: Part 1

1. What kinds of flowers do you know?


2. Are there any flowers that have special meaning in your country?
3. Have you planted any flowers?
4. Have you sent flowers to anyone?
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Sample Answers

2021-11-23: Part 1

1. What would you do to relax?


2. Do you think doing sports is an excellent way to relax?
3. Do you think vacation is a good time for you to relax?
4. Do you think students need more relaxing time?
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2021-11-23: Part 1

1. Have you been to a new place recently?


2. Have you ever moved into a new place or a new home? Why?
3. How did you feel?
4. Why is living in the same place for a long time not good?
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1. Do you like handwriting?


2. Do you think handwriting is important?
3. Which do you prefer, handwriting or typing?
4. What is the difference between handwriting and typing?
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Vocabulary: Handwriting

2021-11-23: Part 2

Describe a person who impressed you most when you were in primary school

You should say:


who the person is
how you knew the person
why the person impress you most
and how you feel about the person.
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Timing Practice

2021-11-23: Part 2

Describe a habit your friend has and you want to develop.

You should say:


who your friend is
what habit your friend has
when you notice this habit
and explain why you want to develop this habit.
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Timing Practice

2021-11-23: Part 2

Describe a tall building in your city you like or dislike.


You should say:


what it is
where and when you saw it
how it looks like
and explain why you like or dislike it.
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Vocabulary: Building   Timing Practice

2021-11-23: Part 2

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Describe a law on environmental protection.

You should say:


what it is
how you learned about it
who benefits from it
and explain how you feel about this law.
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Vocabulary: Environment   Timing Practice Sample Answers

2021-11-23: Part 2

Describe a time when you advise someone.


You should say:


who the person is
what the advice you gave
what the person did after receiving your advice.
Do you think you gave the correct advice?
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Timing Practice

2021-11-23: Part 3

1. Why do people always miss their childhood?


2. Are kids happier than adults? Why?
3. Why do people still remember many of their friends from primary school?

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4. What kinds of primary school teachers will impress students?


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2021-11-23: Part 3

1. What habits should children have?


2. What should parents do to teach their children good habits?
3. What influences do children with bad habits have on other children?
4. Why do some habits change when people get older?
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2021-11-23: Part 3

1. Why do some people like to live in tall buildings nowadays?


2. Do you think there will be more tall buildings in the future?
3. What are the disadvantages of living in a tall building?
4. What types of buildings are the most popular in your country today?
5. Why do people love modern architecture?
6. Do you think that there should be famous buildings in the country?
7. Do you think safety standards are essential when building people's homes? Why?
8. Who should be responsible for enforcing strict building codes, the government or the people who build the homes? Why?
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Vocabulary: Building

2021-11-23: Part 3

1. What can schools do to make students obey rules?


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2. What should parents do to educate children about laws?


3. What are the negative implications of ignoring environmental issues?
4. Why do some people ignore environmental issues?
5. Are governments around the world doing enough to tackle environmental problems? Why?
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Vocabulary: Environment

2021-11-23: Part 3

1. Do you usually advise others? Why?


2. Do you usually take advice from others? Why?
3. Do teenagers take the advice seriously? Why?
4. Why do people seek advice from professionals?
5. Will people continue to seek advice from professionals in the future? Why?
6. What type of advice do people usually seek?
7. Is it a good idea to take advice from strangers online?
8. What are the personalities of people whose job is to advise others?
9. What are the problems if you ask too many people for advice?
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2021-11-19: Part 1

1. What is your job?


2. Where do you work?
3. Do you like your job?
4. Why did you choose that job?
5. Is it a popular job in your country?
6. What was your first day?
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7. What responsibilities do you have at work?


8. What is the most exciting thing about your work?
9. Do you get on well with your colleagues?
10. Do you prefer to work in the morning or evening?
11. What are the ways that you can improve your skills at work?
12. Has your job changed a lot in the past years?
13. If you had the chance, would you change your job?
14. Do you plan to continue with your job in the future?
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Vocabulary: Work

2021-11-19: Part 1

1. Do you like math?


2. Is maths difficult for you?
3. At what age did you start learning about mathematics?
4. Why is math the most important subject?
5. How is math helpful in people's daily life?
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Vocabulary: Math

2021-11-19: Part 1

1. Have you ever seen any wild animals before?


2. What is your favorite animal? Why?
3. Do you like to watch TV programs about wild animals?
4. Did you learn something about wild animals at school?
5. Where can you see wild animals?
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6. In which country do you think you can see many wild animals?
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Vocabulary: Animals

2021-11-19: Part 1

1. Do you use headphones?


2. What type of headphones do you use?
3. When would you use headphones?
4. In what conditions, you won't use headphones?
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Sample Answers

2021-11-19: Part 1

1. How frequently do you buy shoes?


2. Where do you usually buy shoes?
3. What is your favorite type of shoes?
4. Why do some people have too many shoes?
5. Have you ever bought shoes online?
6. Do you like wearing comfortable shoes or good-looking ones?
7. Are people willing to buy expensive shoes?
8. When was the last time you purchased new shoes?
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Sample Answers

2021-11-19: Part 2

Describe an argument that two of your friends had.

You should say:


what it was about
when it happened
how it was solved
and how you felt about it.
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2021-11-19: Part 2

Describe a leisure activity near/on the sea that you want to try.

You should say:


what it is
what you need to prepare
how easy or difficult it is
and explain why you want to try it.
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2021-11-19: Part 2
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Describe a place you visited on vacation


You should say:


where it is
when you went there
what you do there
and explain why you went there.
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Timing Practice

2021-11-19: Part 2

Describe an activity you usually do that wastes your time.


You should say:


what it is
when you usually do it
why you do it
and explain why you think it wastes your time.
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Timing Practice

2021-11-19: Part 2

Describe a skill that was difficult for you to learn


You should say:


what it is
when you learn it
why you learn it
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and explain why you think it is difficult for you.


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Timing Practice

2021-11-19: Part 3

1. Do you think arguments are essential?


2. What do family members usually have arguments about?
3. Is it easier for you to have arguments with your family or with your friends?
4. Do you think people should change the way they feel when having arguments?
5. If two people argue, do you think a third person should be involved in the settlement?
6. Why do you think people are stubborn and unwilling to change?
7. Is it essential to keep in mind that arguing can be very beneficial to the health of friendships?
8. Do you think that arguments as opportunities to hear what the other person wants to say?
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2021-11-19: Part 3

1. What kinds of leisure activities can you do in a place near the water?
2. Why do many people like spending time on the sea?
3. What are the essential things that should remember while in an outdoor activity?
4. What are the advantages and disadvantages of vacations to the seaside?
5. Do you think water activities help in achieving the true nature of recreation? Why?
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2021-11-19: Part 3

1. What are some popular attractions that people like to visit in your country?
2. Do older people and young people like to go to different places for vacation?
3. What do older people and young people think about when making travel plans?
4. How do people get to know about new places?
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2021-11-19: Part 3

1. How do you balance life and work?


2. Will you continue doing something when you are aware that it's a waste of time?
3. What kinds of things make people feel pressured?
4. Why do some people refuse to abide by rules?
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2021-11-19: Part 3

1. What skills do primary students need to master?


2. Is it hard for students to learn new skills?
3. Why is it hard for adults to learn a new skill?
4. Is a teacher important to students' learning experience? Why?
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2021-11-19: Part 3

1. Is it necessary to have plans in life? Why?


2. Is it a good idea to plan out daily?

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3. Do you think it is essential for a person to have a career plan?


4. What will happen if there is no planning?
5. In general, how do people make plans?
6. When should children start to make plans for themselves?
7. Do parents need to help kids plan for their future? Why or why not?
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Vocabulary: Plan

2021-11-16: Part 1

1. Where are you living now?


2. What do you like most about where you live?
3. What is the neighborhood like where you live?
4. Do you have any friends there?
5. What can be improved in the area where you live?
6. Do you know any famous people in the area where you live?
7. Do you intend to stay in this area in the future?
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Vocabulary: Living

2021-11-16: Part 1

1. What do you usually do on weekends?


2. Did you do anything special last weekend?
3. What will you do next weekend?
4. What do other people in your hometown usually do on weekends?
5. Do you think weekends are long enough?
6. How important do you think it is to have free time at the weekends?
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Vocabulary: Weekend

2021-11-16: Part 1

1. What apps have you recently used?


2. What kinds of apps do you often use?
3. What was the first app you used?
4. What kinds of apps would you like to use in the future?
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2021-11-16: Part 2

Describe a creative person whose work you admire


You should say:


who the person is
how you knew the person
what creative things the person has done
explain why you think the person is creative.
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Timing Practice

2021-11-16: Part 2

Describe an activity that you do after school/work.


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You should say:


what it is
where you do it
whom you do it with
and explain how you felt about it.
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Timing Practice

2021-11-16: Part 2

Describe a difficult decision that you once made


You should say:


what the decision was
when you made the decision
how long you take to make the decision
and explain why it was a difficult decision to make.
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Timing Practice Sample Answers

2021-11-16: Part 2

Describe a cafe you like to visit.


You should say:


where it locates
how the cafe looks like
what kind of food and drink is there
and explain why you like to go there.
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Timing Practice Sample Answers

2021-11-16: Part 3

1. Do you think you are a creative person?


2. Is it good for children to learn arts?
3. What kind of jobs requires people to be creative?
4. Do you think leaders need to have creative abilities?
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2021-11-16: Part 3

1. What is the most popular outdoor activity in your country?


2. What activities do young people usually do after school or work in your country?
3. What do young people usually do in groups?
4. Do you think people prefer movies over books? Why?
5. How do you think books can help people over movies?
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2021-11-16: Part 3

1. What decisions do people generally make in their daily life?


2. Which is easier, making a decision by oneself or making a decision after a group discussion?
3. Why are many young people unwilling to listen to their parent's advice?
4. Why do middle-aged people tend to second-guess their decision?
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2021-11-12: Part 1

1. Where is your hometown?


2. Do you like your hometown? Why?
3. How long have you been living in your hometown?
4. Do you believe it is a proper place to grow up? Why
5. How could your hometown be improved?
6. Has your hometown changed much since you were a child?
7. Is there good public transportation in your hometown?
8. Will you be moving away from your hometown?
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2021-11-12: Part 1

1. How do traffic problems affect you?


2. What traffic problems are there in your area?
3. How do most people travel to work where you live?
4. What is the most popular means of transportation in your country?
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