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IELTS Speaking questions from Australia – June 2024

Thanks to our kind student we are sharing today the most recent IELTS Speaking questions she was asked in Australia:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your name?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What have you studied up to now?
– What are you currently studying or working on?
– Why did you choose this particular subject?
– How are your current studies helpful for your future goals?
– Do you think being creative is important? Why or why not?
– Are you a creative person?
– What makes you a creative person?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Talk about a new food that you would like to try. You should say

– what it is
– how you got to know about it
– where you can try this food

and explain why you want to try it.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Why do countries import and export food items?
– What are the advantages of importing food?
– Are there disadvantages to importing food and what are they?
– What factors influence the import and export of food items?
– Nowadays, why do people seem to prefer packaged food over home-cooked meals?
– What are the implications of consuming packaged food on health and lifestyle?

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IELTS Results competition winners in May 2024

Ralph Lauren once said, “A lot of hard work is hidden behind nice things”, and he was SO right, because a very nice IELTS score doesn’t just land in your lap. The six people I am about to introduce to you can testify to that, but all their work was definitely worth it – just look at their IELTS results!

It is a pleasure to announce the 6 amazing test takers who achieved IELTS scores ranging from Band 7 to Band 8 last month. Let’s put our hands together and congratulate them:

IELTS results competition winners of May 2024

Academic Module

1st place – Makhsud Y from Uzbekistan, Band 81st place – Abhishek Nareshbhai Mandaliya from India, Band 82nd place – Gurnoor Kaur from India, Band 7

General Training Module

1st place – Sara Sumaiya from India, Band 82nd place – Imran Ali Mohammed from India, Band 7.53rd place – Rim Missaoui from Tunisia, Band 7

Awesome scores!

We’re sending their special certificates of achievement straight to their emails, to brighten up their day and give them something to remember it by. And you know what else? Their impressive IELTS results will be on display in the IELTS-Blog hall of fame! Dear winners – feel free to share your achievements among your family, friends and anyone who’d love to celebrate with you.

How did they score so well?

Now, you are probably wondering, ‘How did they manage such great scores?’ Well, some of them are our students, and here is what they attribute their success to:

Sara (Overall Band 8) said, “Writing was my biggest weakness. However, I am so fortunate that I found your website and I opted for your writing correction services. Additionally, I followed your advice and sample essays and scored a Band 7 in writing (my dream score in Writing).”

Gurnoor (Overall Band 7) said, “Simone Braverman Mam, you’re more than just an IELTS teacher to me! Your guidance, encouragement, and unwavering belief in me have helped me unlock my potential. Your classes were never just about learning a language, but about building confidence, overcoming fears, and growing as a person. I’m grateful for the opportunity to have learned from you and will always cherish the memories and lessons from your classes.”

Imran Ali (Overall Band 7.5) said, “I firmly believe that for listening and reading modules attention is the key, whereas speaking and writing require channeling thoughts. Practice makes improvements especially when we have abundant of resources available on IELTS-Blog.com.”

We would love to hear from more winners, because when you share your stories and tell us how you studied, you are helping thousands of test takers, preparing for their exams right now. Any useful tips will be posted on IELTS-Blog.com, so everyone can use the same technique and get a better score in their own exam this month.

Did you know? IELTS results competition runs every month, and everyone is welcome to participate. Learn how to enroll here.

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IELTS Report, topic: Line graphs describing the production and demand for steel in the UK

This is a model answer for an Academic Writing Task 1 from the IELTS exam in Italy. This response is likely to get Band 8 or 8.5 in IELTS.

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task

The line graphs below show the production and demand for steel in million tonnes and the number of workers employed in the steel industry in the UK in 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Write at least 150 words

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

Band 8.5 Model Answer

The graphs illustrate the production and demand for steel in million tonnes, along with the number of workers employed in the UK steel industry in 2010.

Overall, steel production consistently exceeded actual demand across the year, with significant fluctuations observed in both metrics. Employment numbers also varied widely, showing a general decline over the twelve-month period.

Steel production peaked at 5000 million tonnes in February but dropped dramatically to just 900 million tonnes by December. Meanwhile, demand was highest in March and June, at 3000 million tonnes, but later dropped to zero in November. Despite these variations, production levels remained relatively stable from January to June, averaging around 4000 million tonnes. The latter half of the year saw more volatility, with production dropping sharply towards the end of the year. Notably, December was the only month in which the amount of steel produced was lower than the demand at 900 and 2000 million tonnes respectively.

Regarding employment figures, the number of workers started high in January at 5000 but saw a significant decline over the year, reaching the lowest point of 1000 in December. February had the highest employment at 5500 workers, which then steadily decreased. The workforce fluctuated slightly in the summer months at between 2500 and 3500 but continued to decline overall, dropping to the lowest number of just 1000 in December.

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IELTS Speaking questions from Pakistan – June 2024

Our lovely friend A has taken the IELTS test in Pakistan and shared these Speaking questions:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your name?
– Where do you live?
– How long have you been living there?
– Why did you move there?
– Do you plan to move to a bigger home in the future? Why or why not?
– What do you like about your current home?
– Why do people nowadays like to live in bigger homes?
– Are there any disadvantages to living in a bigger home?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a movie you watched recently. You should say:

– what the movie was
– when you watched it
– who recommended it to you

and explain how you felt after watching it.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– What types of movies do young people in your country like to watch?
– What types of movies do older people prefer, and why do you think that is?
– How have the movie preferences of young people changed over the years?
– What impact do movies have on society?
– How important is it for movies to reflect real-life issues?
– Do you think watching movies can influence people’s behaviour? How?

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IELTS Speaking questions from Uzbekistan – June 2024

Thanks to our kind friend from Uzbekistan here are the questions she was asked in a recent IELTS Speaking test:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your name?
– Where are you from?
– Do you live in a city or a town?
– What do you do, work or study?
– Are you living alone or with your family?
– Do you have any brothers or sisters?
– Did your parents encourage you to share things with others when you were little?
– Have you ever shared anything with anyone?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a risk you took that you thought would lead to a terrible result, but ended up with a positive result. You should say

– what it was
– why you took that risk
– what the result was

and explain how you felt about it.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– What is a good way for parents to teach their children about what risk is?
– What risks should parents teach their children to avoid?
– Why do people like doing dangerous things?
– Why do some people enjoy extreme sports?

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New IELTS questions from India – June 2024 (Academic Module)

Our student has shared the writing questions from her recent IELTS test in India:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

The diagrams below show a small local museum and its surroundings in 1957 and 2007.

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)

While educating young people is essential, some believe that governments should invest more in educating disadvantaged adults.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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IELTS Speaking questions from Nigeria – May 2024

Our kind student A.B. remembered the questions he was asked in a recent IELTS Speaking test in Lagos, Nigeria:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Do you like eating chocolate?
– Did you enjoy chocolate when you first tried it?
– What don’t you like about chocolate?
– Do you stay up late at night?
– Why do you stay up late?
– How do you feel in the morning after staying up late?
– Did your mother encourage you to stay up late when you were young?
– How has staying up late affected your daily routine or productivity?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe an unusual food you ate. You should say

– what the food was
– when and where you ate it
– who you were with when you ate it

and explain how you felt afterwards.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– What do you think about transporting food from one country to another?
– Do you often eat out, and do you think it is good to eat out?
– Why do you think people choose to eat out?
– What are some ways to improve food preservation?
– How does the transportation of food affect its quality?
– What impact does importing food have on the local economy and culture?

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IELTS Speaking questions from Canada – May 2024

Thanks to the amazing K.H. here are the questions she was asked in a recent IELTS Speaking test in Canada:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your name?
– Do you work or study?
– How do you get to work?
– Do you use public transport?
– Are you currently using public transport more than before?
– What is your reason for using public transport?
– Have you ever found using public transport inconvenient?
– Do you feel that the price of public transportation in your country fair?
– How could public transport be improved in your city or town?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Talk about a time when you received money as a gift from a family member. You should say

– when you received the gift
– why you receive it
– what you did with the money
– and explain how you felt about receiving money as a gift.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Is gifting money commonly done in your country?
– Does money make a good a gift? Why or why not?
– What are some other gifts that people can give instead of money?
– In what situations do you think it is inappropriate to give money as a gift?
– Do you support gifting money to children? Why or why not?
– Do you think children should get paid for doing chores? Why or why not?

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IELTS essay, topic: It is the schools’ responsibility to teach students good behaviour (agree/disagree)

Essay Question

It is the schools’ responsibility to teach students good behaviour in addition to providing formal education. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Download the Sample Band 8 Essay here

Band 8 Answer

Schools are the cornerstone of almost every society, shaping the future of students by providing formal education. As young people spend the majority of their time in school, this raises the question of whether schools should also be responsible for instilling good behaviour in pupils. In my view, this should be a role just as essential as teaching academic subjects.

Since schools are often the primary environment where children interact with peers and adults outside their family, this setting is ideal for learning social norms and appropriate behaviour. Teachers are optimal role models who can demonstrate and reinforce positive behaviour through their interactions and the classroom atmosphere they create. A holistic development approach that integrates lessons on respect, empathy, and cooperation into daily activities can benefit students as well as the society in which they live.

Unsurprisingly, academic knowledge alone is insufficient for success in life and good behaviour, discipline, responsibility, and teamwork are essential for personal and professional achievements. Schools have the infrastructure to implement structured programs that address behavioural education. For instance, activities like group projects and extracurricular clubs encourage students to practice good behaviour in collaborative settings, preparing them for real-world challenges.

However, the role of parents and the wider community in teaching good behaviour should not be discounted. While schools can provide a foundation, the reinforcement of these values at home and in social settings is just as essential. This makes the partnership between schools, parents, and communities imperative for creating a consistent and supportive environment where students can learn and apply good behaviour.

In conclusion, schools have a significant responsibility in teaching students good behaviour alongside formal education. This dual function not only prepares students academically but also equips them with the necessary social skills for success in many aspects of life.

Teacher’s feedback:

Overall, your essay is a good example of IELTS Band 8 level.

Task Response: Band 8
Your essay effectively addresses the prompt by arguing that schools should play a significant role in teaching good behaviour alongside formal education. You provide a balanced view by acknowledging the roles of both schools and parents in this process. Examples and explanations are relevant and support your argument well.

Coherence and Cohesion: Band 8
Your essay has a clear structure that guides the reader through your argument. There is a logical progression of ideas from introduction to conclusion. You effectively use cohesive devices such as “since,” “however,” “unsurprisingly” and “in conclusion” to connect ideas and enhance the flow of the essay.

Lexical Resource: Band 8
Your vocabulary is varied and used appropriately to express ideas clearly. Terms like “holistic development,” “structured programs,” and “reinforcement of values” are used effectively to discuss behavioural education. Phrases such as “dual function,” “social skills,” and “real-world challenges” contribute to a precise expression of ideas related to the topic.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy: Band 8
Your essay shows a good command of grammatical structures. Sentences are generally well-constructed and contribute to the clarity and coherence of your argument. I was particularly impressed with this complex sentence “A holistic development approach that integrates lessons on respect, empathy, and cooperation into daily activities can benefit students”.

Submit your essay for correction and find out how to improve your Writing score.

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IELTS Speaking questions from India – May 2024

A lovely student shared these Speaking questions after a very recent IELTS exam in India:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Do you work or study?
– Where do you work?
– How will your current job benefit you in the future?
– What are your future plans regarding your job?
– Do you like reading online newspapers and articles? Why?
– What are the benefits of reading online newspapers and articles?
– How often do you read the news online?
– Do you prefer reading printed newspapers or online ones? Why?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe one thing you own that you would like to replace. You should say

– what it is
– when you got it
– why you would like to replace it

and explain what you would replace it with.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Why do some people prefer to go to physical stores instead of buying technology online?
– How does this preference for physical stores affect the market and people’s mindset?
– How does the generation of waste affect the environment?
– Should people be educated about waste generation and its impacts? Why or why not?
– What are some effective ways to educate people about waste management?
– Do you think technological advancements contribute to waste generation? How?

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