Bài mẫu Speaking IELTS Part 2

Bài mẫu Speaking IELTS Part 2. Trong IELTS Speaking Part 2, bạn sẽ chỉ ra một số hướng dẫn về thẻ chủ đề. Bạn có một phút để đọc hướng dẫn và chuẩn bị câu trả lời.

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Speaking Part 2 bao nhiều phút

Bài thi IELTS Speaking kéo dài 11-14 phút, là một cuộc phỏng vấn với giám khảo.

Phần 1 – kéo dài 4 – 5 phút – Bạn sẽ trả lời các câu hỏi về bản thân và gia đình.

Phần 2 – kéo dài 3 – 4 phút – Bạn sẽ nói về một chủ đề.

Phần 3 – kéo dài 4 – 5 phút – Bạn sẽ có một cuộc thảo luận dài hơn về chủ đề được giới thiệu trong Phần 2.

Bài mẫu Speaking IELTS Part 2

Đối với mỗi câu hỏi, bạn có một phút để chuẩn bị câu trả lời  và sau đó bạn sẽ nói trong một đến hai phút.

Question 1

Describe a major decision you have taken in your life.
You should say:
– What the decision was
– What other choices were available to you
– Why you made the decision you did
And explain if you think the decision was a good one.

Question 2

Describe something you do to forget about work or study.
You should say:
– What the activity is
– How often you do it
– How it helps you forget
And say whether you would recommend other people try the same thing.

Question 3

Describe a language you would like to learn.
You should say:
– What the language is
– Where it is spoken
– Why you are interested in this language
And say if you think you will ever actually have the chance to learn it.

Bài mẫu IELTS Speaking Part 2 và trả lời

Question 1. Describe a major decision you have taken in your life.
You should say:
– What the decision was
– What other choices were available to you
– Why you made the decision you did
And explain if you think the decision was a good one.

A really important decision I’ve made recently is to study abroad, which is the reason I’m here talking to you now. No-one from my family has ever had the chance to study abroad before. My parents were actually hoping I’d start working for our family textile business as soon as I graduate. I think it’s too soon to join the family business though. I really want to study marketing – especially fashion marketing – and English so I can sell our company products to buyers all over the world. If I study fashion marketing in the UK, I can learn how to do business in the fashion industry, which is of course very competitive and fast-moving. As for whether it was the right decision, I’m pretty confident it was and I can’t change my mind now anyway because I borrowed money from my parents to pay for my tuition. I’m going to do my best to finish my course and I will go back to my country with new ideas that will help expand our business. All I need now is to get a good score in IELTS. So, anyway, that’s an important decision in my life.

Like many questions in IELTS Speaking Part 2, this one deals with an event or action in the past. There is, however, a switch to the present when the candidate is required to reflect on the decision.

This IELTS candidate scores highly by:

• Getting straight to the point and saying what the decision was in the very first sentence
• Paraphrasing the topic: A really important decision
• Using a range of tenses – past simple, present simple and present perfect – with great accuracy
• Using a wide range of grammatical forms such as a conditional sentence (If I…) and a cleft sentence (All I need now is…)
• Signalling parts of the question: As for whether it was the right decision…
• Avoiding over-formality and using expressions such as actually and pretty that are appropriate to conversational style
• Providing a summarising sentence to wrap up the response

Question 2 – Describe something you do to forget about work or study.
You should say:
– What the activity is
– How often you do it
– How it helps you forget
And say whether you would recommend other people try the same thing.

I’d like to talk about horse-riding, which has been my hobby since I was around ten years old. I’m actually the joint owner of a horse with two of my friends and we take turns looking after him, cleaning out the stable and so on. I don’t have a part-time job so I spend most of my weekends at the stable. Taking care of a horse is quite a dirty business so it’s obviously very different from studying at college. That means I can forget about my classes during the week when I’m at the stable on the weekend. There’s quite a large field next to the stable and I just get a wonderful sense of freedom when I’m riding around on my horse. College seems a million miles away! Do I think other people would enjoy horse-riding? Yes, absolutely. I think everyone should give it a try. Horses are absolutely wonderful animals, very gentle and intelligent. If you ever have the chance to ride a horse, you should definitely give it a try.

This is a much trickier question because the words work and study in the first sentence may lead some IELTS candidates to speak about either of those topics. In fact, you should speak about some kind or leisure activity or other form of relaxation that helps you forget about work or study.

This IELTS candidate scores highly by:

• Showing a clear understanding of the question
• Getting straight to the point by mentioning the activity in the first sentence
• Using present simple verbs throughout to show that this is a regular activity
• Sticking to the question even though the topic might be a very enjoyable one to speak about
• Showing awareness of hyperbole (a million miles), phrasal verbs (give it a try) and other forms common to spoken English
• Using a rhetorical question to move from one part of the question to another: Do I think…?
• Ending with a clear concluding sentence, in this case a recommendation

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Question 3 – Describe a language you would like to learn.
You should say:
– What the language is
– Where it is spoken
– Why you are interested in this language
And say if you think you will ever actually have the chance to learn it.

Let me tell you about a language I’ve always wanted to learn, which is Russian. It’s spoken in Russia, obviously, but also in many other countries which have been influenced by Russia including places like Mongolia and Kazakhstan. It’s quite a difficult language to learn because the alphabet is not the Roman one, which means that you have to learn to read and write from scratch, a but like studying Chinese or Japanese. Well, the reason I would like to learn Russian is that the energy industry is huge and there are lots of jobs. A lot of my country’s oil and gas comes from Russia so it’s really useful to be able to speak that language if you want to work in the energy field. I have actually been to Russia before so I know from experience that a lot of Russians can’t speak English very well, so that’s another good reason to learn their language. The only problem is I’m already thirty years old and I’ve spent more than fifteen years learning English. I don’t know if I would ever be able to learn Russian successfully because it’s a difficult language for anyone to learn, especially someone older like me. But it would be really great to try.

One problem IELTS candidates have with hypothetical questions such as this one is that they fail to recognise them as hypothetical. Since candidates are already learning English, they should talk about another language that is neither English nor their first language. This can be realistic (e.g. Spanish) or unrealistic (e.g. Ancient Greek). It doesn’t matter as long as the language is not one you are currently learning.

This IELTS candidate scores highly by:

• Beginning with an impact sentence: Let me tell you about…
• Using would to show that the response is hypothetical
• Signalling parts of the question: The reason I would like to learn Russian is…
• Using reference links to avoid overuse of the topic word ‘Russian’: that language; their language; it
• Giving more than one reason
• Returning to the main point of the question in the final sentence.

Bài mẫu Speaking IELTS Part 2 & 3 và gợi ý

Bạn sẽ được phát một thẻ chủ đề hoặc một thẻ gợi ý và 1 phút để chuẩn bị cho một chủ đề. Sau đó, bạn sẽ phải tiếp tục nói về nó (khoảng 1-2 phút) cho đến khi giám khảo yêu cầu bạn dừng lại. Câu trả lời có thể dựa trên kinh nghiệm thực tế của bạn. Chủ đề nói ở Part 2 sẽ là tiền đề của Speaking Part 3.

1. A Successful Small Business  

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a successful small business that you know about.

You should say:

• what business/company it is
• what this business does
• how you know about this business
• and explain why you think this business/company is successful.

IELTS Speaking Part 3 

• What qualities are required to become a company leader (or, CEO or, manager)?
• In general, what factors do you think determines whether a small company will become successful or not?
• Do you think high technology plays an important role in a company’s development?
• What do you think of charitable organizations?
• Which do you think is better, to start your own business or to work for others?

2. A House or Apartment You Would Like to Live In  

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a house or apartment you would like to live in.

You should say:

• where it is/where it would be
• what you would (like to) do there
• who you would (like to) live with
• and explain why you would like to live in this place.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Do you think it’s better to rent or to buy a place to live in?
• How easy is it to find a place to live in your country?
• Do you agree that there is a right age for young adults to stop living with their parents?
• What options are available to young couples looking for accommodation in your country?
• What are some of the pleasures involved in making a home for ourselves?

3. An Interesting Animal You Have Seen  

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe an interesting animal you have seen

You should say:

• What animal it was
• When and Where you saw it
• And explain how you felt about this animal

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• What kind of animals do people have in their homes?
• A lot of animals are going extinct these days. What do you think about this? Why is it happening?
• Earlier people used animals for their work. Now, what do people use to do their work?
• Researchers are being conducted on animals, is this a good idea?

4. A Crowded Place You Went To

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a crowded place you’ve been to

You should say:

•  when you went there
•  where the place is (or, was)
•  who you went with
• and explain how you felt about the place.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Why do many people enjoy going to crowded places?
• Where (or what) would you say is the most crowded place in your city?
• Would you say it’s important for a city to have amusement (and/or recreational) facilities?
• Why do you think people choose to live in big cities (despite the problems)?
• How do you think cities overseas are different from those in your country?
• Would you say urban planning is important?

5. A Person Often in the News   

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a person who is often in the news, and who you would like to meet.

You should say:

• who this person is
• how you know him/her
• why he/she is often in the news
• and explain why you would like to meet him/her.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• What is the difference between new media and old media?
• Do you think the contents in the newspapers are reliable?
• Do you think it’s necessary for people to watch foreign news?
• How has social media changed how we consume news?
• What kinds of (famous) people are usually in the news in your country?

6. A Family Member You Spend Time With   

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a family member you spend a lot of time with. You should say:

• who this person is
• what you usually do together
• what kind of person he/she is
• and explain why you spend the most time with him/her.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• What are the advantages of strong family relationships?
• How many generations are usually living under one roof in your country?
• What are the benefits, and drawbacks of a family of several generations living together?
• Do parents have equal responsibilities in taking care of their children?
• When taking care of a baby (or a young child), what do you think are the differences between a father and a mother?

7. Describe a school you went to in your childhood

You should say:

• Where it was
• What it was like
• What did you learn there and explain how you felt about it

8. Describe an interesting person you have met.

You should say:

• who he/she was
• where you met him/her
• what was special about him/her
• And explain why this person was interesting.

IELTS Speaking Part 2 in 2019 (Sep-Dec 2019)

New Topics:

1. The advice you received on your subjects or work

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe the advice you received on your subjects or work?

You should say:

• What it was
• Who you received it from
• What you did after receiving it
• And how you felt about it

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Why do young people feel it hard to make career choices?

2. Experience of visiting a friend

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe an experience of visiting a friend

You should say:

• Who you visited
• Who you did
• Why you visited him or her

3. The time you spent a lot of money on something.

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a time you spent a lot of money on something.

You should say:

• What you bought
• When you bought it
• Where you bought it
• And explain why you spent a lot of money to buy it

4. A situation when you celebrated your achievement.

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a situation when you celebrated your achievement.

You should say:

• What you did
• When you celebrated it
• Who you celebrated it with
• And how you felt about it

5. A film you would like to share with your friend. 

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a film you would like to share with your friend.

You should say:

• What is it
• Where you watched it
• Who you watched it with
• And why you want to share it with your friend

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Which kinds of films are popular in your country?

6. A place where you read and write (not your home).

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a place where you read and write (not your home).

You should say:

• Where it is
• How often you go there
• Who you go with
• And explain how you feel about it

7. A place you remember well that is full of colours.

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a place you remember well that is full of colours.

You should say:

• What is it
• Where it is
• How it looks like
• And explain why you remember it well

8. A toy you got in your childhood

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a toy you got in your childhood

You should say:

• What it was
• When you got it
• How you got it
• And how you felt about it

9. A piece of software you use often

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a piece of software you use often

You should say:

• What is it
• What it is for
• How useful it is
• And explain why you use it often

10. A journey that you went on by car

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a  journey that you went on by car

You should say:

• When it was
• Where you went
• Who you were with
• And you felt about the journey

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Is driving skill important?
• Do you think cars are a daily necessity?
• What will cars look like in the future?
• What are the advantages of owning a car?
• What are the disadvantages of owning a car?

11. A female leader you would like to meet

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a female leader you would like to meet

You should say:

• Who she is
• What she does
• What she is like
• And explain why you would like to meet her

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• What is gender inequality in the workplace?
• What are the causes of gender inequality in the workplace?
• Do women have more responsibility for taking care of children?

12. Good experience in online shopping.

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a good experience of online shopping.

You should say:

• When it happened
• What you bought
• Why you bought it
• And explain why you think it was a good experience

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• What are the advantages and disadvantages of online shopping?
• Do you think it is safe to shop online?
• Do you think the government should impose more control over online shopping?

13. The city you went to with your family

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a city you went to with your family

You should say:

• When it happened
• Where you went to
• How it was
• And explain why you liked it

14. The time you taught an older person something new

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a time you taught an older person something new

You should say:

• Who you taught
• What you taught
• Why you taught this person
• And explain how you felt about it

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Is it easy for old people to use new technology?
• Why do some old people refuse to use new technology?

15. An important technological product you bought

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe an important technological product you bought

You should say:

• What it was
• How you used it
• Why you bought it
• And explain why you think it is important

16. A product or application which is based on artificial intelligence

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a product or application which is based on artificial intelligence

You should say:

• What exactly it is
• What it is used for
• How it is used
• And explain what you think of it

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Can Artificial Intelligence be conscious?
• How does AI help us in everyday life?
• What are the advantages and disadvantages of AI?

Old Topics:

1. Describe a time you enjoyed a free day off work or school/ Describe a time you enjoyed your free time. You should say:

• when it was
• what you did
• how long the free time lasted
• and explain how you felt about it.

2. Describe a situation that others didn’t tell you the whole truth. You should say:

• what the situation was
• who was involved
• why they didn’t tell you the whole truth
• and explain how you felt when you found out you were not told the whole truth.

3. Describe a situation when you didn’t have enough time

You should say:

• when it was
• where you were
• what you tried to do or finish
• and explain why you didn’t have enough time for it

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Do people nowadays have more pleasure time than before?
• What is the main reason people do have enough time?
• Can people manage their time wisely when they are older?
• How can people balance their time for working and their private life?
• Is it important for people to relax during the day?

 4. Describe someone you would like to study or work with

You should say:

• who this person is
• how long you have known this person
• what you have done together
• and why you would like to study or work with this person

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• How do people in your country make friends these days?
• What qualities do you think are important in a friend?
• Why is it hard to maintain friendships for some people?
• What factors may result in the breakdown of a good friendship?
• Do you think it is a good idea to borrow money from a friend? Why or why not?
• Friendship is the most important relationship. Do you agree? Why? Why not?

5. Describe a time you went out with your friends and had a good time

You should say:

• Where you went
• When you went out
• What you did
• And explain why you had a good  time

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• What is the difference between staying with friends and staying with family?
• Do science and technology improve the relationship between people?

6. Describe a singer that you like.

You should say:

• Who he/she is
• Where and when you heard him/her sing for the first time
• What types of songs he/she sings
• and explain why you like his/her music

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Why do some people seem to be better at singing than others?
• Do you think there are benefits from being able to sing well?
• Do you think people need to learn how to sing (or is it a natural skill)?
• Do you think everyone (or anyone) can be trained to become a singer?
• Do you think women are better singers than men?
• What advice would you give someone if they wanted to learn to sing? 
• What do you think is the most important quality that a singer needs to have?
• Do you think having a good voice can help a person get a girlfriend or boyfriend?
• Can you suggest why some old songs are still popular today?
• Do you think everyone (or anyone) can learn to play a musical instrument?
• Do you think it is a good idea to teach music to children in schools? 
• How do you think the music industry will evolve (change, develop) in the future?

7. Describe a friend or a person who encouraged you to achieve a goal.

You should say:

•  Who this person is
• What this person encouraged you to do
• How this person helped
• And explain why this encouragement help you to achieve the goal

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Is it important for teenagers to have goals?
• What do you think would encourage young children to learn more?
• How should we encourage children?
• How could we make children interested in things that they don’t have an interest in?

8. Describe a time the vehicle you were travelling in broke down.

You should say:

• where you were going;
• who you were with;
• how long it took to fix the vehicle;
• and explain how you felt about it.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• What are the advantages of disadvantages of private transport?
• What needs to be improved in public transport in your country?

9. Describe a time you taught something new to a younger person

You should say:

• when it happened
• who and what you taught
• why you taught this person
• and how you felt about the teaching

10. Describe a prize you would like to win/ Describe an award you would like to receive.

You should say:

• what prize (or award) it is (or, would be)
• how you know about (or learned about) this prize/award
• what you would need to do to get it (or, how you would win it)
• and explain why you would like to win this prize (or, receive this award)

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Is it good to have a competition?
• Do you think it’s good to award prizes in school and/university?
• Do you think companies should give their employees prizes?

11. Describe a person you wanted to be similar to when you were growing up

You should say:

• who this person was
• when you first met the person
• what the person did
• and you would like to become this person

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• What are the parents’ responsibilities to their children?
• What’s the influence of parents on their children?
• What would children do to make their parents proud?
• What do you think are some of the most difficult problems faced by parents?

12. Describe a person who has interesting ideas or opinions.

You should say:

•  who this person is
•  how you know this person
•  what interesting ideas/opinions he or she has
•   and explain you think why his/her ideas are interesting.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• At what age do you think (young) people begin to have their own ideas? (Why?)
• When do children start to have their own ideas?
• Who do you think has more influence on children’s ideas, their parents or their teachers?
• Can you suggest why children, as they grow older, have more and more disagreements with their parents about ideas?

13. Describe a water sport you would like to try in the future.

You should say:

• what sport it is
• When and where would you do it
•  What preparations and equipment you would need
• and explain why you would like to try this sport

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Can you suggest why many people like to be in (or, go to) a place near water?
• Why do think transport on the water was developed?

14. Describe a famous person (still living), not from your country, who you would like to meet.

You should say:

• where this person comes from
• how you first learned about him or her
• why/how this person is famous
• and explain why you would like to meet this person

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• How do people become famous?
• Do you think there are any drawbacks to being famous?

15. Describe a quiz program or game show on TV you like.

You should say:

• What is it
• How you know it
• What it is like
•  Why you like it

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Do people in your country like to watch TV?
• Why do some people like to watch TV on their computer?
• Are there any differences between the children’s games and adults’ games?

16. Describe a piece of information that you think is not correct.

You should say:

•  what information
•  where you heard/read this information
•  when you heard/read it
•   and explain why you think it is incorrect.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• What kind of job need giving information?
• How can someone tell if the information they receive is right or wrong?
• Would you say people trust the information that is found online?

17. Describe a time you received a call from someone you don’t know.

You should say:

•  when it was
•  where you were when you received it
•  what the call was about
•  and explain how you felt (after) when you received this call.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

•  Do you think it’s good to talk loudly on a bus?
• In your opinion, would it be a good idea to have laws prohibiting speaking loudly in public?

18. Describe a time that you invited family or friends to have dinner at home or in a restaurant

You should say:

• who organized this meal
• where you had it
• what you talked about during the meal
• what you ate and drank and explain why you had this meal with your friends.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Do people in your country prefer to eat at home or in restaurants?
• What would you say are the benefits and drawbacks of eating in a restaurant?
• What do people usually cook for special festivals?  
• More and more people are having (or, getting) their meals delivered, so would people cook at home?

19. Describe a person who helps others in his spare time.

You should say:

• who he or she is;
• what he or she always does to help others;
• why he or she always helps others;
• and explain how you feel about this person.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Are you willing to help others?
• Who should teach children to help others?
• Should people lend money to others?

20. Describe a healthy lifestyle you know

You should say:

• what it is
• how you know it
• what one would do to live this healthy lifestyle
• and explain why it is healthy

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Do women pay more attention to their health than men?
• Could governments do more to promote healthier lifestyle options?
• Do you think most people worry more about their health as they get older? What do old people in your country do to keep fit?
• What else people can do to keep fit besides sports?
• Do you think that the tobacco companies should be held reasonably responsible for a person’s addiction to nicotine?

21. Describe a time when you used the internet to solve a problem.

You should say:

•  what problem it was
•  when you did this
•  how long it took you
•  and explain why you used the internet to solve this problem.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• What influence does the internet have on people (individually), and society?
• Do you think libraries will disappear one day?
• What do people use the internet for?
• Would you say many people waste time “surfing the internet”? 
• How do you think people will be using the internet in 10 years (time)

22. Describe a place you plan to travel to that is far away from your home.

You should say:

• where it would be;
• how you would like to go there;
• what you would do there;
• and explain why you would like to go there.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Do you think modern life gives people enough time for leisure?
• What’s the most important factor for a tourist attraction?
• Do you think we should have more public holidays?
• What do people need before travelling to another country?
• Is there any difference between young tourists and adult tourists?
• Do you think tourism will harm the earth?
• Which method of travel do you consider to be the safest?
• In 20 or 30 years, how do you think travelling will be different from what it is today?

23. Describe something a child did that made you laugh.

You should say:

• who the child was;
• how old he or she was;
• what he or she did;
• and explain why it made you laugh.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• What can make children laugh?
• Which is the best age to have children?

24. Describe a time when you got up early in the morning

You should say

• when it happened
• why you got up early
• who you were with
• and explain how you felt about getting up early.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• What effect would sleeping late have on one’s life?
• What do you think are the benefits of getting up early?
• What kinds of jobs require people to get up early?
• Do you think old people find it easier to get up early than young people?
• What time do people usually get to bed (in your country)?
• What do you think are the benefits of having a nap in the middle of the day?

25. Describe something special you brought back home from a holiday.

You should say:

• what it was;
• when and where you bought it;
• why you bought it;
• and explain how you felt about it.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• What kinds of souvenirs do people usually buy from a tourist attraction?
• Is it good that local people sell things to tourists?

26. Describe an impressive advertisement you remember well.

You should say:

• when and where you saw it;
• what was advertised;
• what the contents of the advertisements were;
• and explain why you remember it well.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Why do some people hate advertisements?
• Do people buy stuff after watching advertisements?
• Is music useful in advertising?
• What are the advantages of TV advertisements?

27. Describe the practical skill you learned.

You should say:

• what the skill was;
• who you learned it from;
• how you learned it;
• and explain how useful it was.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• What is the most practical skill in this modern world?
• What kinds of skills are difficult to learn?
• What kinds of professions require practical skills?

28. Describe a person you know who speaks a foreign language well.

You should say:

• who this person is
• what language(s) they know
• what he/she uses this language (or, these languages) for
• and explain why you think they (he/she) learned it well.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Do you think if it’s possible to learn a language perfectly?
• Is learning a new language important?
• What benefits for one’s career does knowledge of foreign languages bring?
• Who do you think learns a language faster, children or adults?
• Do you think that English will become the most commonly used language in the world?
• Do you think foreigners will be learning your language in the future?

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1. Describe a friend or a person who encouraged you to achieve a goal.

You should say:

• Who this person is
• What did this person encourage you to do
• How did this person help
• And explain why this encouragement help you to achieve the goal

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Is it important for teenagers to have goals?
• What do you think would encourage young children to learn more?
• How should we encourage children?
• How could we make children interested in things that they don’t have an interest?

2. Describe a water sport you would like to try in the future.

You should say:

• what sport it is
• When and where would you do it
• What preparations and equipment you would need
• and explain why you would like to try this sport

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Can you suggest why many people like to be in (or, go to) places near water?
• Why do think transport on the water was developed?

3. Describe a singer that you like.

You should say:

• Who he/she is
• Where and when you heard him/her sing for the first time
• What types of songs he/she sings
• and explain why you like his/her music

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Why do some people seem to be better at singing than others?
• Do you think there are benefits from being able to sing well?
• Do you think people need to learn how to sing (or is it a natural skill)?
• Do you think everyone (or anyone) can be trained to become a singer?
• Do you think women are better singers than men?
• What advice would you give someone if they wanted to learn to sing? 
• What do you think is the most important quality that a singer needs to have?
• Do you think having a good voice can help a person get a girlfriend or boyfriend?
• Can you suggest why some old songs are still popular today?
• Do you think everyone (or anyone) can learn to play a musical instrument?
• Do you think it is a good idea to teach music to children in schools? 
• How do you think the music industry will evolve (change, develop) in the future?

4. Describe a quiz program or game show on TV you like.

You should say:

• What is it called
• How you know it
• What it is like
• Why you like it

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Do people in your country like to watch TV?
• Why do some people like to watch TV on their computer?
• Are there any differences between the children’s games and adults’ games?

5.Describe a time that you got up early in the morning

You can say:

• when it happened
• why you got up early
• who you were with
• and explain how you felt about getting up early

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• What effect would sleeping late have on one’s life?
• What do you think are the benefits of getting up early?
• What kinds of jobs require people to get up early?
• Do you think old people find it easier to get up early than young people?
• What time do people usually get to bed (in your country)?
• What do you think are the benefits of having a nap in the middle of the day?

6. Describe a time that you invited family or friends to have dinner at home or in a restaurant

You can say:

• who organized this meal
• where you had it
• what you talked about during the meal
• what you ate and drank and explain why you had this meal with your friends.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Do people in your country prefer to eat at home or in restaurants?
• What would you say are the benefits and drawbacks of eating in a restaurant?
• What do people usually cook for special festivals?
• More and more people are having (or, getting) their meals delivered, so would people cook at home?

7. Describe a piece of information that you think is not correct.

You should say:

•  what information
•  where you heard/read this information
•  when you heard/read it
•   and explain why you think it is incorrect.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• What kind of job need giving information?
• How can someone tell if the information they receive is right or wrong?
• Would you say people trust the information that is found online?

8. Describe a person who has interesting ideas or opinions.

You should say:

•  who this person is
•  how you know this person
•  what interesting ideas/opinions he or she has
•   and explain you think why his/her ideas are interesting.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• At what age do you think (young) people begin to have their own ideas? (Why?)
• When do children start to have their own ideas?
• Who do you think has more influence on children’s ideas, their parents or their teachers?
• Can you suggest why children, as they grow older, have more and more disagreements with their parents about ideas?

9. Describe the historical building you have visited.

You should say:

•  where it was
•  what it looked like
•  what you learned there
•  and explain why you visited this historical building

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Are there any historic buildings in your hometown?
• Do people in your country often visit historical buildings?
• Do children like to go to that kind of place?
• Do you think people who damage historical relics should be put in prison?
• Would people in your country agree to use government funds to preserve historic buildings?

10. Describe a prize you would like to win/ Describe an award you would like to receive.

You should say:

• what prize (or award) it is (or, would be)
• how you know about (or learned about) this prize/award
• what you would need to do to get it (or, how you would win it)
•  and explain why you would like to win this prize (or, receive this award)

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Is it good to have a competition?
• Do you think it’s good to award prizes in school and/university?
• Do you think companies should give their employees prizes?

11. Describe a person you know who speaks a foreign language well.

You should say:

• who this person is
• what language(s) they know
• what he/she uses this language (or, these languages) for
• and explain why you think they (he/she) learned it well.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• Do you think if it’s possible to learn a language perfectly?
• Is learning a new language important?
• What benefits for one’s career does knowledge of foreign languages bring?
• Who do you think learns a language faster, children or adults?
• Do you think that English will become the most commonly used language in the world?
• Do you think foreigners will be learning your language in the future?

12. Describe a time when you used the internet to solve a problem.

You should say:

•  what problem it was
•  when you did this
•  how long it took you
•  and explain why you used the internet to solve this problem.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• What influence does the internet have on people (individually), and society?
• Do you think libraries will disappear one day?
• What do people use the internet for?
• Would you say many people waste time “surfing the internet”? 
• How do you think people will be using the internet in 10 years (time)?

13. Describe a time you received a call from someone you don’t know.

You should say:

•  when it was
•  where you were when you received it
•  what the call was about
•  and explain how you felt (after) when you received this call.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

•  Do you think it’s good to talk loudly on a bus?
• In your opinion, would it be a good idea to have laws prohibiting speaking loudly in public?

14. Describe a famous person (still living), not from your country, who you would like to meet.

You should say:

• where this person comes from
• how you first learned about him or her
• why / how this person is famous
• and explain why you would like to meet this person

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• How do people become famous?
• Do you think there are any drawbacks to being famous?

15. Describe a person who helps others in his spare time.

You should say:

• who he or she is;
• what he or she always does to help others;
• why he or she always helps others;
• and explain how you feel about this person.

16. Describe a park or garden you visited and liked.

You should say:

• where it was;
• what it looked like;
• what you did there;
• and explain why you liked it there.

 17. Describe a time the vehicle you were travelling in broke down.

You should say:

• where you were going;
• who you were with;
• how long it took to fix the vehicle;
• and explain how you felt about it.

18. Describe something special you brought back home from a holiday.

You should say:

• what it was;
• when and where you bought it;
• why you bought it;
• and explain how you felt about it.

19. Describe a piece of clothing you often wear.

You should say:

• what it looks like;
• how often you wear it;
• where you got it;
• and explain why you like it.

20. Describe a time you gave advice to others.

You should say:

• who you gave the advice to;
• what advice you gave;
• why this person needed your advice;
• and explain how useful the advice was.

21. Describe something a child did that made you laugh.

You should say:

• who the child was;
• how old he or she was;
• what he or she did;
• and explain why it made you laugh.

22. Describe the practical skill you learned.

You should say:

• what the skill was;
• who you learned it from;
• how you learned it;
• and explain how useful it was.

23. Describe an impressive advertisement you remember well.

You should say:

• when and where you saw it;
• what was advertised;
• what the contents of the advertisements were;
• and explain why you remember it well. 

24. Describe an unusual vacation you had.

You should say:

• when and where you went;
• who you went with;
• what you did there;
• and explain why it was unusual.

25. Describe a regular thing you do every day.

You should say:

• what you do;
• when and where you do it;
• how long you spend doing it;
• and explain why you always do this thing.

26. Describe a person you know who is beautiful or handsome.

You should say:

• who this person is;
• when and where you first met;
• what personality he or she has;
• and explain why you think this person is beautiful or handsome.

27. Describe someone you would like to work or study with.

You should say:

• who this person is;
• what you would like to work on with this person;
• whether you’ve worked together before;
• and explain why you would like to work with this person.

28. Describe an intelligent person you know.

You should say:

• who the person is;
• how old this person is;
• what he does;
• and explain why you think he or she is intelligent.

29. Describe an interesting old person you met.

You should say:

• who this person was;
• how you met this person;
• what you did or talked about;
• and explain why you think this person was interesting.

30. Describe a person you wanted to be similar to when you were growing up.

You should say:

• who the person was;
• how you got to know this person;
• what impressed you most about this person;
• and explain why you wanted to be like this person.

31. Describe a new public facility, such as a road, a park, or a shopping centre, which improves your local area.

You should say:

• what facility it is;
• where it is located;
• who uses this public facility;
• and explain how it improves your local area.

32. Describe a perfect house you saw.

You should say:

• when and where you saw it;
• what it looked like;
• what special features it had;
• and explain why you liked it.

33. Describe a kind of food people eat on special occasions.

You should say:

• what it is;
• how it is cooked
• why people eat it;
• and explain how you feel about this kind of food.

34. Describe something you bought but don’t use very often.

You should say:

• what it is;
• when and where you bought it;
• why you bought it;
• and explain why you don’t use it very often.

35. Describe a time you found something someone lost.

You should say:

• what it was;
• when and where you found it;
• what you did after you found it;
• and explain how you felt about finding it.

36. Describe a friend’s success that you were proud of.

You should say:

• what he or she did;
• why he or she did this;
• what difficulties he or she had to overcome;
• and explain why you were proud of his or her success.

37. Describe a time you received bad service at a shop or a restaurant.

You should say:

• what goods or services you bought;
• who you were with
• when you were served;
• and explain how you felt about the service.

38. Describe an outdoor sport you would like to try for the first time.

You should say:

• what sport it is;
• how you got to know it;
• whether it is difficult to do;
• and explain why you would like to try it.

39. Describe an activity you do to stay healthy.

You should say:

• what you do;
• when you started doing it;
• how much time you spend doing it;
• and explain how this activity helps you stay healthy.

40. Describe a period of time in the history of your country that you want to know more about.

You should say:

• when it was;
• what happened during that period of time;
• who played an important role in this period of time;
• and explain why you want to know more about the time period

41. Describe a subject you didn’t like before but have interest now.

You should say:

• what it is;
• when you studied the subject;
• why you didn’t like it before;
• and explain why you have an interest in it now.

42. Describe a time you enjoyed a free day off work or school.

You should say:

• when it was;
• what you did;
• how long the free time lasted;
• and explain how you felt about it.

43. Describe something you want to do but don’t have time for.

You should say:

• what it is;
• why you would like to do it;
• how easy or difficult it is to do it;
• and explain why you don’t time for it.

44. Describe a job your grandparents did.

You should say:

• what job it was;
• when and where your grandparent did the job;
• how long he or she did the job;
• and explain how you think about this job.

45. Describe something you do that helps your work or study.

You should say:

• what it is;
• how you do it;
• when and where you usually do it;
• and explain how it helps your work or study.

46. Describe a party you enjoyed.

You should say:

• when and where it took place:
• who held the party;
• what people did at the party;
• and explain why you enjoyed it.

47. Describe a piece of good news you recently heard on TV or the Internet.

You should say:

• what the news was about;
• when you got this news;
• where you got this news from;
• and explain why you think it was a good piece of news.

48. Describe an important decision you made with the help of others.

You should say:

• what it was about;
• who helped you make this decision;
• what happened after the decision was made;
• and explain how you felt about the decision.

49. Describe a time you changed your plan.

You should say:

• what the plan was;
• why you changed it;
• what you did instead;
• and explain how you felt about changing the plan.

50. Describe a good law in your country.

You should say:

• what the law is;
• how you first learned about it;
• who the law affects;
• and explain why you think this is a good law.

51. Describe a place you plan to travel to that is far away from your home.

You should say:

• where it would be;
• how you would like to go there;
• what you would do there;
• and explain why you would like to go there.

52. Describe a game that you played in your childhood.

You should say:

• What the game was
• When you played it
• Who you played it with
• How you felt about the game

53. Describe a time you taught a young person how to do a thing.

You should say:

• what you taught;
• who you taught it to;
• why you taught it to this person;
• and explain how you felt about it.

54. Describe an important plant in your country.

You should say:

• What it is
• Where you see it
• What it looks like
• Why it is important

55. Describe a situation that others didn’t tell you the whole truth.

You should say:

• what the situation was;
• who was involved;
• why they didn’t tell you the whole truth;
• and explain how you felt when you found out you were not told the whole truth.

Jan – Apr 2019

1. Describe a good law in your country

You should say:

• What the law is
• How you first learned about this law
• Who benefits from this law (who is affected by this law)
• And explain why you think this is a good law

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• Is there any situation people disobey the law? = Do you think that people obey the law all the time?
• Do people like being a policeman in your country?
• What qualities should a police officer have?
• Why some people prefer to be a lawyer?

2. Describe a healthy lifestyle you know

You should say:

• what it is
• how you know it
• what one would do to live this healthy lifestyle
• and explain why it is healthy

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• Do women pay more attention to their health than men?
• Could governments do more to promote healthier lifestyle options?
• Do you think most people worry more about their health as they get older? What do old people in your country do to keep fit?
• What else people can do to keep fit besides sports?
• Do you think that the tobacco companies should be held reasonably responsible for a person’s addiction to nicotine?

3. Describe something you do to help you study or work

You should say:

• what it is
• how you learn it
• when you do it
• and how you feel about the method

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• Is salary important to you? What is the impact of salary on doing work?
• What kinds of jobs are easy to get in a foreign country?
• Should young adults work abroad?
• If they don’t work abroad, would it be helpful for them to travel to a foreign country?
• Is it hard to find an interesting job in your country?
• What kinds of preparation should people do for a job interview?
• Why do some people keep changing their jobs?
•  What should a good employer do?
• How would you define ‘an interesting job’?
• What are the disadvantages of working overtime?

4.Describe an occasion that you wore formal clothes

You should say:

• What occasion it was
• When it was
• Where it was
• And explain why you wore it

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• What kinds of clothes do people wear after work?
• Do you think it is necessary for children to wear school uniforms?
• Where do people in your country buy clothes?
• When do people wear formal clothes?
• Will the way we dress influence the way we behave?
• Do people wear formal clothes more often or less often than in the past?
  
• Is fashion important where you live?

5. Describe a time when you received money as a gift

You should say:

• Who gave it to you
• When it was given to you
• Where it happened
• How you felt about it

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• In your country, when (on what occasions) do people give gifts to others?
• What sorts of things do they give?
• Do people today still give the same kinds of gifts that people used to give, many years ago?
• Why do people like to receive gifts?
• Do you think it’s suitable to give money as a gift?
• Do you think it’s a good idea for people who are doing business with each other to exchange gifts?
• Why do some people not give gifts to others very often?

6. Describe a person you have seen who is beautiful or handsome

You should say:

• where you saw this person
• when you saw this person
• what the person looked like
• why you think this person is beautiful or handsome

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• Do you think beauty only relates to a person’s appearance?
• Do you the media influences our idea of beauty?
• How has people’s idea of beauty changed over the last few decades?

7.Describe a time you borrowed something from your family or friend

You should say:

• What you borrowed
• Who you borrowed it from
• What you borrowed it for
• And explain why it was useful to you

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• Why some people lose contact with their childhood friends?
• How do people in your country make friends these days?
• Why is it hard to maintain friendships for some people?
• Why Is it easier to make friends on the internet than in reality?
  
• What qualities do you think are important in a friend?
• Do you think it is a good idea to borrow money from a friend? Why or why not?
• What factors may result in the breakdown of a good friendship?
• Friendship is the most important relationship. Do you agree? Why? Why not?

8. Describe a skill you need a long time to learn

You should say:

• What it is
• Where you can learn it
• How to learn it
• And explain why you need a long time to learn it

IELTS Speaking PART 3

Compare the importance of practical skills and academic skills.

How can people learn practical skills?

What practical skills do children learn at school in your country?

9. Describe a film or TV show that made you laugh a lot

You should say:

• What it was
• When it happened
• Who was with you?
• And explain why it made you laugh

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• Do young people like to watch TV nowadays?
• What kind of TV programs do young people like?
• Do you think TV will be replaced by computers?
• What do you think about TV advertisements?
• Why do people like watching television?
• How popular is watching television in your country?
• What types of programs are generally on television in your country?
• What effects can watching television have on children?

10. Describe an activity you would do when you are alone in your free time

You should say:

• What do you do
• How often do you do it
• Why do you like to do this activity?
• How do you feel when you do it?

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• How do people in your country spend free time?
• Is there any difference in spending free time now with the past?
• Does this change bring any advantage?
• How does finance affect the way people spend free time?
• Is it important to have a hobby?
• Is it harmful to spend too much time on a hobby?
• Where do young people in this country usually spend their free time?
• How do the men in your family usually spend their free time?
• How do the women in your country usually spend their free time?
• Do men and women spend their free time differently? How?
• Which hobbies are the most popular with women in your country? With men?
• Do people’s leisure time activities change as they get older? How

11. Describe a piece of good news you heard (from TV or the Internet)

You should say:

• what the news was about
• when you got this news
• where you got this news from
•  and why you think it was good news

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• Do you think that news is censored in some countries?
• Will newspapers disappear in the future?
• What would the world be like without news?
• How has it changed over the years?
• Do you think people need to know all of the news?
• Do you think it’s important to read the newspaper and know what is going on in the world? Why or why not?

12. Describe a family business you know

You should say:

• What this family business is
• How you know about it
• Who the customers of this family business are
• And explain why the business is successful

13. Describe a time when someone didn’t tell you the whole truth about something

You should say:

• when this happened
• what the situation was
• who you were with
• and why the person didn’t tell the whole truth

14. Describe a party that you joined

You should say:

• When it took place.
• Where it was.
• Who were there?
• What you did I here.
• And how you felt about the party. 

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• What are the things the old and the young like doing in their free time?
• Should parents spend a lot of money on the children’s party?
• Why some people dislike attending parties?
• Why do people throw parties?

15. Describe an old person who is interesting

You should say:

• who this person is
• how you know this person
• what you do with this person
• and why you think this person is interesting

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• Why do some young people dislike living with old people?
• What are the advantages of living with old people?
• What are the causes of the generation gap?
• What’s the difference between teenagers and children?
• Is it possible for parents and children to be friends?
• How do teenagers treat old people in your country?

16. Describe a time you taught something new to a younger person

You should say:

• when it happened
• who and what you taught
• why you taught this person
• and how you felt about the teaching

17. Describe a book you want to write

You should say:

• when you had this idea
• what kind of book you want to write
• what the book is about
• and why you want to write this kind of book

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• What kinds of books that old people like to read?
• Are you a good storyteller?
• How do you think people will read in the future?
• Do you think that the internet and television will eventually make books obsolete?
• Do you think that it is more valuable to read a book than to watch television?
• What kind of books are considered good reads in your opinion?

18. Describe an item you bought but don’t often use

You should say:

• When you bought it
• Where you bought it
• Why you bought it
• and explain why you don’t often use it

19. Describe a time that you had to change your plan/ you changed your mind

You should say:

• When this happened.
• What made you change the plan.
• What the new plan was.
• And how you felt about the change.

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• What’s the most important factor in decision-making?
• Do you think adults always make better decisions than children?
• Do you like to make quick decisions?
• What can people learn from wrong decisions?
• Should parents make decisions for their children?

20. Describe a time you received horrible service

You should say:

• when it happened
• where you received
• what happened
• and why the service was horrible

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• Why do some people choose to buy in the street market rather than the shopping mall?
• Do you think the discounted goods have good value?
• How often do people in your country go shopping?
• What kinds of places are popular for shopping in your country?
• Do you think online shopping will replace shopping in reality?
• Did you ever have had a shopping experience?
• What would you do if you bought something disappointing from the internet?
• How is online shopping so popular these days?

21. Describe a beautiful city you’ve visited/ Describe an interesting part of your country

You should say:

• Where is it?
• When did you go there?
• What did you do there?
• And explain why you like it

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• Do you think modern life gives people enough time for leisure?
• What’s the most important factor for a tourist attraction?
• Do you think we should have more public holidays?
• What do people need before travelling to another country?
• Is there any difference between young tourists and adult tourists?
• Do you think tourism will harm the earth?
• Which method of travel do you consider the safest?
• In 20 or 30 years, how do you think travelling will be different from what it is today?

22. Describe a person you wanted to be similar to when you were growing up

You should say:

• who this person was
• when you first met the person
• what the person did
• and you would like to become this person

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• What are the parents’ responsibilities for their children?
• What’s the influence of parents on their children?
• What would children do to make their parents proud?
• What do you think are some of the most difficult problems faced by parents?

23. Describe an interesting talk or lecture you heard

You should say:

• When you heard it
• Where you heard it
• What it was about
• And explain why you think it was interesting

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• Why do people feel nervous when they are giving a speech to others?
• How can people improve their public speaking skills?
• Can you suggest any methods that would help reduce nervousness?
• Is it good for people to visit schools and give a talk to children about different things?
• What type of person is best suited to give a talk to a group of students? = What kinds of people should be
• invited to give a speech?

24. Describe a time you enjoyed your free time

You should say:

• when it was
• where you were
• what you did
• and how you felt about it

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• How do people in your country spend free time?
• Is there any difference in spending free time now with the past?
• Does this change bring any advantage?
• How does finance affect the way people spend free time?
• Is it important to have a hobby?

25. Describe an intelligent person you know

You should say:

• who this person is
• how you know this person
• what this person does
• and why you think this person is intelligent

26. Describe something you made by hand that you gave to other people

You should say:

• What it was
• Who you gave it to and when
• How you made it by hand
• And explain why you gave that handmade gift to that person

27. Describe a kind of food people eat during a special event

You should say:

• what it was
• what event people usually eat it
• how it is cooked/made
• and explain why it is for the special event

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• Describe what you think is a healthy diet
• Are there many vegetarians in your country?
• Why do you think some people choose to be vegetarians?
• Is the food that people eat today in your country different from the food that people used to eat in the past? (if
• yes, in what ways has it changed?)
• How do you think the way we eat will change in the future?
• Is American-style ‘fast food’ popular in your country? (Why? Popular with whom?)
• What do you think of this popularity- is it as good thing?

28. Describe an important plant in your country

You should say:

• What it’s called
• What it looks like
• Where and how it is grown
• Why you like or dislike it
• And explain why it is important

29. Describe a time you looked for information from the internet

You should say

• When you did that
• What information you searched
• Why you looked for it on the internet

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• What are some of the different reasons why people use the Internet?
• Some people say that different age groups have different tastes on Internet content. What do you think?
• What influences can (or, does) the Internet has on children/teenagers?
• Do you think parents should control what Internet sites their children visit on the Internet?
• What (kinds of) people don’t use the internet?
• What are the disadvantages people suffer because they do not use the Internet?

30. Describe a time you were scared/  Describe a frightening experience you had

You should say:

• When it happened
• Where it happened
• Why you were scared
• How you felt about it

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• What’s the best way to gain experience in life?
• Do you agree that we learn best from our mistakes?
• Can we gain life experience in books and movies?
• Which is more important, experience or potential?

31. Describe a time that you took medicine

You should say:

• When it happened
• Who gave it to you
• Why you had it
• How you felt about it

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• Do women pay more attention to their health than men?
• Could governments do more to promote healthier lifestyle options?
• Do you think most people worry more about their health as they get older? What do old people in your country do to keep fit?
• What else people can do to keep fit besides sports?
• Do you think that the tobacco companies should be held reasonably responsible for a person’s addiction to nicotine?
• Should smoking in restaurants be banned?
• What are some things people can do to keep healthy?
• What foods do you think are unhealthy?
• Do you think traditional medicine is a good alternative to modern medicine?

32. Describe something lost by others but found by you

You should say:

• who it belonged to
• when it was lost
• how the person lost it
• how you found it

33. Describe a subject you used to dislike but now have an interest in

You should say:

• what the subject is
• why you disliked it
• what you are interested in now
• and explain why you become interested in it

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• Can computers help us in math areas?
• What is the first subject learned by children in childhood?
• What methods can be applied to make math class more interesting?
• How do schools teach math in your country?
• What are the advantages and disadvantages of using a calculator?
  
• Do you think students should choose the subjects they like?
• What subject would be added to high school?
• What is the most useful subject?
• Can the students in your country choose their favourite subjects?

34. Describe a present you received which was made by hand

You should say:

• what it was
• what it was like
• who gave it to you
• and how you felt about the present

35. Describe a book you have read recently

You should say:

• What it is
• Who wrote it
• What it is about
• And explain how you felt about it

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• What kinds of books that old people like to read?
• Are you a good storyteller?
• How do you think people will read in the future?
• Do you think that the internet and television will eventually make books obsolete?
• Do you think that it is more valuable to read a book than to watch television?
• What kind of books are considered good reads in your opinion?

36. Describe a newly built public facility (such as parks, cinemas..) that influences your city

You should say:

• where this facility is
• when it was built
• what people can do there
• and what influences this facility have

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• What are the advantages of living in the countryside?
• What are the disadvantages of living in the countryside?
• What kinds of people live in the countryside?
• What do people living in the countryside like to do?
• How has life changed over time in the countryside?
• Do you think it is better to live in the countryside or in the city?
• Do you think that landmarks will make a city more famous, why?
• What interesting things can we do in big cities?
• What’s the difference between living in the city and the countryside?

37. Describe someone you haven’t seen before but you would like to know

You should say:

• Who he/she is
• How you knew this person
• What you want to know about this person
• Why you want to know more about him/her

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• Why some people lose contact with their childhood friends?
• How do people in your country make friends these days?
• Why is it hard to maintain friendships for some people?
• Why Is it easier to make friends on the internet than in reality?
  
• What qualities do you think are important in a friend?

38. Describe a teenager you know

• Who she/he is
• What she/he looks like
• How you got to know him or her
• Why do you like him/her
• And explain how you feel about him or her

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• How much freedom should parents give to their teenagers?
• What do you think are some of the greatest problems facing teenagers today?
• How does media affect the thinking patterns of the teenagers of today?
• Do you think teenagers today should show more respect for adults?
• What’s the difference between teenage girls and teenage boys?
• At what age should teenagers be allowed to leave school?
• At what age should teenagers be allowed to drink?
• At what age should teenagers be allowed to drive?
• At what age should teenagers be allowed to get married?
• Do you think it is better to raise teenagers in the city, a small town, or the country?
• What is it like to be a teenager in your society?
• What are the advantages of being a teenager?

39. Describe equipment of yours that had problems

You should say:

• What it was
• What problem it had
• How you fixed it
• And explain how you felt about it

40. Describe a complaint that you made and you were satisfied with the result

You should say:

• When it happened
• Who you complained it to
• What you complained about
• And explain why you were satisfied with the result

41. Describe a person who helps protect the environment

You should say:

• Who this person is
• What he/she does to protect the environment
• How difficult it is to do that
• And explain how you feel about the things he/she does

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• What do you think is the main danger the world face in term of the environment?
• What examples are there of how we damage the natural world?
• Are there litter laws in your country?
• What is the penalty for littering in your country?
• Are there any lessons to learn from nature?

42. Describe a game you played in your childhood

You should say:

• What the game was
• When you played it
• Who you played it with
• How you felt about the game

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• Do you think playing with electronic toys has a good influence on kids?
• Which do you think is better, for children to play with toys alone or with other kids?
• Are there differences between toys for girls and for boys?
• Why do parents buy lots of toys for their children?
• What are the differences between today’s toys and old toys?
• What factors should you keep in mind while purchasing toys?
• Do you allow children to buy toys of their choice?

43. Describe another language (not English) you would like to learn

You should say:

• What language it would be
• How you would learn it
• What difficulties you think you would have
• And explain why you would choose to study this language

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• What kind of quality should a language teacher have?
• Why do people want to learn a foreign language?
• Which language is likely to become dominant in the future?
  
• Do you think that disappearing languages should be protected or should we just let them fade away?
• What are the advantages & disadvantages of being monolingual?
• Should foreign language study be required?
• Why is English used in so many places?
• Do you think language affects thought?
• Do you think that a language other than English should be used as an “international language”?

44. Describe a situation when you didn’t have enough time

You should say:

• when it was
• where you were
• what you tried to do or finish
• and explain why you didn’t have enough time for it

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• Do people nowadays have more pressure time than before?
• What is the main reason people cannot have enough time to do?
• Can people control their time wisely when they are older?
• How can people balance their time for working and their private life?
• Is it important for people to relax during the day?
• Modern technologies make people use time up or reduce the time?

45. Describe an important decision made with the help of other people

You should say:

•  when it happened
• who helped you to make the decision
• what the decision was
• and how you felt about it

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• What’s the most important factor in decision-making?
• Do you think adults always make better decisions than children?
• Do you like to make quick decisions?
• What can people learn from wrong decisions?
• Should parents make decisions for their children?

46. Describe a historical period you are interested in

You should say:

• what the historical period is
• how you know it
• what happened during that period
• why you find it interesting

47. Describe someone you would like to study or work with

You should say:

• who this person is
• how long you have known this person
• what you have done together
• and why you would like to study or work with this person

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• How do people in your country make friends these days?
• What qualities do you think are important in a friend?
• Why is it hard to maintain friendships for some people?
• What factors may result in the breakdown of a good friendship?
• Do you think it is a good idea to borrow money from a friend? Why or why not?
• Friendship is the most important relationship. Do you agree? Why? Why not?

48. Describe something interesting happened in your school

You should say:

• What it was
• Where it happened
• Who was there
• And explain how you felt about it

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• Should schools teach both arts and science?
• What school activities are good for schoolchildren?
• What kinds of courses are useful for university students?
• Are there good colleges in your country?
• Why do some students dislike studying at school?

49. Describe a radio program that you found interesting

You should say:

• what this program was
• when and where you listened to this program
• what the contents of the program were
• and explain why you liked this program

50. Describe an outdoor sport you played for the first time

You should say:

• what it is
• when you first played
• how you learned to play the sport
• and how you felt about the sport

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• What kinds of sports are popular in your country?
• What else people can do to keep fit besides sports?
• Do you think young people should play dangerous sports?
• What do parents do to make their children like sports?
• What do you think about the current competition program?
• Why competition programs are so popular?

51. Describe an ideal house

You should say:

• where this place is
• what it is like
• when you want to live there
• and explain why you think it is ideal for you

52. Describe a time that a piece of equipment was broken (such as TV)

You should say:

• what the equipment was
• what the problem was
• what you did after it was broken

53. Describe an interesting place in your country that not many tourists get to

You should say

• Where it is located
• Why it is interesting
• What you can do there
• Why are a few people go there

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• What kinds of tourist sites are popular in your country?
• What can governments do to prevent pollution in tourist sites?
• What are the advantages of visiting less-known places?
• What are the disadvantages when there are too many tourists in one site?

54. Describe a time when you arrived early for an appointment

You should say:

• when and where it happened;
• why you arrived early;
• what you did while waiting;
• and explain how you felt about arriving early.

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• What is the main reason people cannot have enough time to do?
• Do people nowadays have more pressure time than before?
• Can people control their time wisely when they are older?
• Is it important for people to relax during the day?
• Modern technologies make people use time up or reduce the time?

55. Describe a success your friend has achieved

You should say:

• who your friend is
• what the success was
• what he or she did
• how you felt about the success

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• Why is it hard to maintain friendships for some people?
• How do people in your country make friends these days?
• Why Is it easier to make friends on the internet than in reality?
• What qualities do you think are important in a friend?
• What factors may result in the breakdown of a good friendship?
• Friendship is the most important relationship. Do you agree? Why? Why not?

56. Describe your grandparent’s job

You should say:

• what it was
•  how long he or she had this job
•  how he or she got the job
•  and whether you would like to have this job

IELTS Speaking PART 3

• What kinds of jobs are easy to get to a foreign country?
• Is it hard to find an interesting job in your country?
• Why do some people keep changing their jobs?
• What kinds of preparation should people do for a job interview?
• What should a good employer do?
• How would you define an interesting job’?