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Latest IELTS questions from India – August 2024 (Academic Module)

Thanks to the contribution by our Indian student, here are the recent writing questions from his IELTS exam:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

The pie charts below show how working adults in a particular country spent their time in 1958 and 2008.

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

* Note: these aren’t the original diagrams given in the test, they were recreated for the purpose of demonstration.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

In many countries not enough students are choosing to study science at university. What are the causes of this? What effects does it have on society?

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

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IELTS Speaking questions from Canada – August 2024

Our student shared the Speaking questions from his recent IELTS exam, below:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your name?
– Where are you from?
– Do you enjoy helping others? Why or why not?
– How do you feel when you help someone?
– Have you helped anyone recently?
– Do you think helping others is important in society? Why?
– Have you ever received help from a stranger?
– Would you ask a stranger to help you?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe an athlete from your country who has influenced you. You should say:

– who he/she is
– where you read or heard about him/her
– why you like him/her

and explain how he/she has influenced you.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– How do sports influence young people in your country?
– What role do you think sports play in building national identity?
– Do you believe the government should invest more in sports facilities? Why or why not?
– How can the government encourage more people to participate in sports?
– What are the benefits of hosting international sports events for a country?
– Do you think there is too much emphasis on winning in sports today? Why or why not?

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Latest IELTS questions in Saudi Arabia – August 2024 (General Training)

Thanks to the generosity of one of our students, here are the latest questions from his General Training IELTS exam. Use them to prepare effectively and know what to expect in your upcoming test.

IELTS Writing Test – General Training

Writing task 1 (a letter)

You stayed at a hotel to attend a company meeting and you were dissatisfied with your stay. Write a letter to the meeting organiser. In your letter

– Provide the details of your meeting
– Explain what you were dissatisfied with
– Suggest what the hotel should do to resolve the issue.

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir / Madam,

Writing task 2 (an essay)

In many countries nowadays traditional customs are being lost. Why this is happening? How could schools and parents help to keep them alive?

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

How to Write a Complaint Letter to a Hotel ManagerStart with a polite greeting: “Dear Sir/Madam”.Introduce the purpose of your letter: you are writing to express your dissatisfaction with a recent meeting held at their hotel.Provide details of the meeting: the date, time, and purpose of the meeting, to give context.Describe the problems you faced: poor service, inadequate facilities, or any particular incidents that occurred.Express your dissatisfaction: how these issues affected your stay and why they are unacceptable.Request resolution: what you expect the hotel to do to rectify the situation. Some good options could include a refund, compensation, or improved services in the future.Closure: Thank the organiser for their attention and express hope for a prompt resolution.Sign off correctly: “Yours faithfully,” followed by your name.

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IELTS Speaking questions from the UAE – August 2024

These recent IELTS Speaking questions were shared by the generous K from the UAE:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your name?
– Where are you from?
– Do you like wearing jewellery? Why or why not?
– What type of jewellery do people in your country like to wear?
– On what occasions do people in your country wear jewellery?
– Have you ever worked in a team?
– What did you like about working in a team?
– What was challenging for you about working in a team?
– Do you think it’s better to work in a team or independently? Why?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a person you enjoyed working or studying with. You should say:

– who this person is
– when you worked or studied together
– what you did together

and explain why you enjoyed working or studying with this person.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– How can teachers motivate students to study?
– Who has a greater influence on students, teachers or parents? Why?
– Do you think children should choose who they sit next to in class, or should the teacher make that decision?
– What should a teacher do when a student is bullying another student?
– How important is it for teachers to build a good relationship with their students?
– What is the role of parents in a child’s education?

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Latest IELTS questions from Uzbekistan – July 2024 (Academic Module)

A student who took IELTS in Uzbekistan kindly shared his writing questions, below:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

The diagrams below shows the layout of a school library 5 years ago and now.

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

* Note: these aren’t the original diagrams given in the test, they were recreated for the purpose of demonstration.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Some people think that paying taxes is a big enough contribution to society. Others argue that being a citizen involves more responsibilities.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

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

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IELTS Speaking questions from Nigeria – July 2024

These recent IELTS Speaking questions were shared by the generous ML from Nigeria:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your name?
– Where are you from?
– Do you live in a busy or a quiet area?
– What do you like about your area?
– What is your favourite number?
– Are you good at remembering phone numbers?
– Did you like mathematics growing up?
– How often do you access the Internet?
– Have you ever had to leave your house to access the Internet?
– If you didn’t have access to the internet for 24 hours, what would you do?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Talk about a party that you recently attended. You should say

– what the party was for
– why you attended this party
– what happened at the party

and explain how you felt about the party.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Do you think hosting an international sports event is worth the trouble? Why or why not?
– How would you feel about a person from your country representing you internationally?
– How important is it for athletes to represent their country in international sports events?
– What challenges do countries face when organising international sports events?
– How do international sports events affect the local economy and infrastructure of the host country?
– How do international sports events impact tourism in the host country?

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The Game Changer Tip for a Band 7+ in IELTS Speaking

One major problem test takers face is being thrown off by a question on a subject they don’t know much about or aren’t interested in. For example, if you don’t follow sports or art, a question on these topics can catch you off guard. This is why practicing speaking on unfamiliar subjects is so important.

You need a solid vocabulary and the ability to chat about a bunch of different topics confidently. One great way to boost your performance is by practicing speaking on topics you don’t like or aren’t familiar with. This can really help expand your vocabulary and make sure you’re prepared for any question that comes your way.

Understanding the Challenge

The IELTS Speaking test is all about showing that you can communicate in English on a variety of topics. Most students tend to stick to subjects they are comfortable with, but that can leave you unprepared for the unexpected. The topics you don’t like or know little about are probably the ones you rarely talk about. Because of this, you might lack the vocabulary and ideas needed to talk about them fluently.

Why Practice Unfamiliar Topics?

1. To Expand Your Vocabulary

When you step out of your comfort zone, you come across new words and phrases you wouldn’t normally use. This helps you build a richer vocabulary and ensures you can handle questions on a wide range of subjects in the Speaking test.

2. To Build Confidence

Confidence is super important for the IELTS Speaking test. Practicing tough topics makes you more comfortable discussing different subjects. When you aren’t tense or nervous, you are able to think and speak better, and that will positively impact your score.

3. To Improve Idea Generation

Talking about topics you’re not familiar with forces you to think on your feet and generate ideas quickly. This skill is really valuable during the test when you might face an unexpected question. The more you practice, the better you’ll get at coming up with ideas on the spot.

How to Practice Unfamiliar Topics in 3 Steps

1. Visit our list of the most recently asked IELTS questions
2. Choose a set of questions on a topic you DON’T like
3. Start talking, and when you run into trouble, learn the vocab you are missing

Bonus Tip: become a member of the IELTS-Blog VIP Club to read Band 8 answers on all the popular IELTS Speaking topics.

What are some Speaking topics you absolutely HATE? Let me know in the comments!

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IELTS Speaking questions from Ghana – July 2024

Our wonderful friend B from Ghana remembered and shared these questions from his recent IELTS Speaking test:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your name?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– Do you like your workplace? Why/why not?
– What do you do in your free time?
– Do you share anything with colleagues at your workplace?
– Did your parents encourage you to share things when you were little?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Talk about a time when you had to take a risk that brought a positive outcome. You should say

– where it was
– what risk you took
– when it happened

and explain how it brought a positive outcome.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Is taking risks a positive thing?
– Does everyone have to take risks at some point?
– Why don’t older people like taking risks?
– Do parents encourage their children to take risks?
– Does being a leader involve taking risks? Why/why not?
– Do you always need to risk something to get a positive outcome?

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Latest IELTS questions from India – July 2024 (Academic Module)

A student who took IELTS in India has kindly shared her writing questions, below:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

The chart below shows the result of a European survey into young people’s expectations for change in five different areas of life in the next 20 years. The respondents were asked if they thought the situation would improve or get worse.

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

* Note: this isn’t the original chart given in the test, it was recreated for the purpose of demonstration.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Some people think that employers should not care about the way their employees dress, because what matters is the quality of their work.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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

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IELTS Speaking questions from Pakistan – July 2024

Our kind friend A from Pakistan remembered and shared these questions from his recent IELTS Speaking test:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your name?
– Tell me about the area where you live.
– Do you like waking up early in the morning?
– What kind of morning routine do you have?
– Has your morning routine changed compared to when you were a child?
– Do you like pens?
– Did you use a pen or a pencil to write when you were a child?
– How would you feel if someone gave you a pen as a gift?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a time when you wore your favourite outfit. You should say

– what it looked like
– when you wore it
– why you chose that outfit

and explain how it made you feel.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Do you believe that spending a lot of money on fashion is justified? Why or why not?
– How does the fashion industry contribute to the economy of your country?
– What impact do luxury brands have on consumer spending habits?
– How can consumers make more environmentally friendly choices when it comes to fashion?
– Do you think fashion should be sustainable? Why or why not?
– How do you think fashion brands can reduce their environmental footprint?

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