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New IELTS questions from Canada – July 2025 (Academic Module)

Thanks to our student M.P, we’re sharing the Writing questions she encountered in her recent IELTS exam in Canada.

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

The diagram below describes how a solar box oven cooks food.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

* Note: this is not the original diagram given in the test, it was recreated for the purpose of demonstration.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Human civilisation has achieved remarkable technological progress over the past 100 years. Some people think this has also had negative effects on our lives.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Recent IELTS Speaking questions from Oman – July 2025

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We’re very grateful to our student F.A., who recently took the IELTS exam in Oman, for sharing the Speaking questions he was asked:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Do you work or study?
– What do you enjoy most about your job or studies?
– Would you like to change your job or field in the future?
– Do you like sewing or making clothes by hand?
– Have you ever made or altered clothes yourself?
– Do you enjoy taking photographs?
– How often do you take photos?
– Would you ever consider becoming a professional photographer?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a sports event you would like to attend. You should say:

– what the event is
– where and when it would take place
– who you would like to go with

and explain why you would like to attend this event.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Do you think it is important for children to watch sports events?
– How can watching sports influence young people?
– Should schools give more importance to physical education?
– Do you think international sports events bring people together?
– Why do some people prefer to watch sports rather than play them?
– What role do sports play in national identity?

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Latest IELTS questions from Saudi Arabia – July 2025 (Academic Module)

With appreciation to our student S.F, we’re sharing the Writing questions from his recent Academic IELTS exam in Saudi Arabia:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

The graph below shows the proportion of female students enrolled in four university courses from 1970 to 2015.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

* Note: this is not the original graph given in the test, it was recreated for the purpose of demonstration.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

In some cultures, older people are highly respected, whereas others value youth more.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

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Latest IELTS Speaking questions from Dubai, UAE – July 2025

A big thank you to our student O.A., who recently sat the IELTS test in Dubai, UAE – here are the Speaking questions he was asked:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Do you study or work?
– What kind of course are you currently doing?
– Why did you choose this course?
– Do you find the coursework challenging or enjoyable?
– What type of public transport do people use in your country?
– Is public transport reliable in your city?
– Do you think public transport is affordable in your country?
– What improvements would you like to see in your public transport system?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe an important lesson you learned outside of school or work. You should say:

– what the lesson was
– when this happened
– how you learned it

and explain why this lesson was meaningful to you.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– How has technology changed the way people learn today?
– Do you think online learning can fully replace traditional education?
– What are the challenges of learning new skills in a digital world?
– What is the role of parents in teaching children important life lessons?
– Should schools be responsible for teaching moral values, or should this come from home?
– In what ways can good parenting support a child’s learning outside the classroom?

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Recent IELTS Speaking questions from Qatar – July 2025

Many thanks to F.M. who took the IELTS test in Qatar – here are the Speaking questions she was asked:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Do you work or are you a student?
– What kind of job would you like to do in the future?
– Do you enjoy spending time outdoors?
– How do you usually spend your weekends?
– Do you enjoy fishing?
– How often do you go fishing?
– Where do people usually go fishing in your country?
– Why do some people enjoy fishing as a hobby?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a conversation you remember clearly. You should say

– who you talked to
– what the conversation was about
– where and when it happened

and explain why you remember this conversation so well.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– What makes a conversation meaningful?
– Do people today prefer texting or talking face-to-face?
– How do people improve their conversation skills?
– In what situations is it important to be a good listener?
– How can technology affect the quality of communication?
– Are people better at having serious conversations as they get older?

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Latest IELTS questions from the UK – July 2025 (Academic Module)

Thanks to our generous student Y.T, here are the writing questions from his recent IELTS exam in the UK.

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

The chart below shows the amount of waste that was disposed of via landfill, burning, and dumping at sea in a European country between 2005 and 2008.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

* Note: this is not the original chart given in the test, it was recreated for the purpose of demonstration.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

In every country, there are driving laws to ensure road safety. Some people, however, still break these laws, such as by speeding or using mobile phones while driving.

What are the reasons for this? What measures could help solve this problem?

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Recent IELTS Speaking questions from Kuwait – June 2025

With thanks to H.A., who sat the IELTS test in Kuwait, today we’re sharing the Speaking questions he was asked:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your full name?
– Do you work or study? Where?
– Did you play jigsaw or puzzle games when you were a child? What kind?
– Do you find word puzzles easier than number puzzles? Why?
– Do you think solving puzzles or crosswords is useful for elderly people?
– Do you believe working hard is the best way to succeed? Why or why not?
– How often do you check the weather forecast?
– Do you think weather forecasts are usually accurate?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe an English lesson that you enjoyed. You should say:

– where the class was held
– who the teacher was
– what you did during the class

and explain why you enjoyed this lesson.

Follow-up question: Did your classmates enjoy the class as well?

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Why do people choose to learn foreign languages?
– Why do many employers prefer hiring multilingual workers nowadays?
– In what ways can knowing foreign languages help in the workplace?
– Do you think learning grammar is the best method for acquiring a language? Why or why not?
– What are other effective ways to learn a new language besides grammar?
– Do you think learning a language at a young age is better than learning it as an adult?

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New IELTS questions from Oman – June 2025 (Academic Module)

Thanks to our kind student S.E., here are the writing questions from her recent IELTS test in Oman.

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

The chart below shows three different types of crime committed in England and Wales between 1970 and 2005.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

* Note: this is not the original chart given in the test, it was recreated for the purpose of demonstration.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Some people believe that students at school and university learn more effectively from formal education than from other, online sources.

Do you agree or disagree?

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New IELTS Speaking questions from Canada – June 2025

Many thanks to our student R.K. who recently took the IELTS test in Canada – we’re sharing the Speaking questions she remembered:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Where are you from?
– What kinds of technology do you often use?
– How do you use technology in your daily life?
– Do you think technology makes life easier?
– Have you used any new apps or devices recently?
– Do you prefer using a smartphone or a computer?
– Is technology important in your work or studies?
– How do you think technology will change in the future?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a movie you have watched and would like to watch again. You should say:

– what the name of the movie is
– when and where you watched it
– what the movie is about

and explain why you would like to watch this movie again.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Why do some people enjoy watching movies more than once?
– What kinds of movies are popular in your country?
– How has technology changed the way we watch films?
– Do you think movies can influence the way people think?
– Is it better to watch films at home or in the cinema?
– How important are movies in a country’s culture?

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New IELTS Speaking questions from the USA – June 2025

Thanks to L.D. who took the IELTS test in the USA, today we are sharing her Speaking questions:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Describe your family.
– What would you change about the place where you live?
– Do you usually spend time with your family on weekdays or weekends?
– What kind of activities do you enjoy doing with your family?
– Do you prefer indoor or outdoor activities with your family?
– Has your relationship with your family changed over time?
– What role does family play in your daily life?
– Do you think family time is more important now than in the past?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a sport you would love to watch. You should say:

– which sport it is
– why you would love to watch it
– whom you would like to watch it with

and explain why this experience would be special for you.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– What do you usually do during your free time?
– What have you done to improve at your favourite leisure activity?
– Can you name a famous sportsperson in your country?
– What impact have they had on the country and young people?
– Why is sport considered important for national identity?
– Do you think people today have less time for sports and hobbies? Why?

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