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4 Practical Steps to Get a Band 7 in IELTS Speaking in 2024

Are you preparing to take the IELTS test in 2024? Many students find Writing and Speaking to be the harder skills to master, so here some effective strategies to help you tackle the test with confidence and ensure a Band 7 in the Speaking module.

Important facts about the IELTS Marking Criteria

Before diving into the preparation strategies for the IELTS Speaking test, it’s crucial to understand the assessment criteria that determine your overall band score.

The Speaking examiners use four criteria to mark your test: Fluency and Coherence, Lexical Resource (Vocabulary), Grammatical Range and Accuracy, and Pronunciation. Each criterion is equally weighted, and to achieve a Band 7 in the Speaking test, you must get a Band 7 in each individual criterion. With this in mind, here are the most effective ways to make sure your preparation is as focused and effective as it can be.

1. Podcasts to Improve Your Pronunciation and Vocabulary

Podcasts are a goldmine for rapidly improving your pronunciation and expanding your vocabulary. Listening to native speakers articulate words and phrases and repeating after them (a technique called ‘shadowing’) can significantly lift your pronunciation. Choose podcasts that cover a range of topics and get the double benefit of working on your pronunciation and vocab at the same time!

While listening, pay close attention to the intonation, stress, and rhythm of the speakers. Mimic their pronunciation to enhance your spoken English. Additionally, podcasts introduce you to new words and expressions in context – use them when you answer IELTS Speaking questions.

2. Guidance from a Teacher to Speed Up Your Progress

Since it’s hard to self-assess your Speaking and self-diagnose the issues stopping you from scoring a band 7, enlisting the help of a skilled teacher can be a game-changer. Working one-on-one with a teacher allows you to receive personalised feedback on your pronunciation, grammar, and fluency.

Teachers are great at identifying specific areas where you struggle and providing personalised strategies for improvement. A teacher’s expertise can pinpoint your weaknesses and guide you towards substantial progress much faster than trying to do it yourself.

3. Speaking Club as Your Daily Practice Routine

Consistent practice is key to mastering any skill and it will work wonders for your IELTS Speaking test. Your confidence will quickly increase and you will become much more comfortable with answering the test questions. You will quickly discover areas for improvement and be able to address any issues prior to your exam. Needless to say your initial hesitation, nerves and fear of speaking will dissipate and you will start enjoying having conversations in English.

4. IELTS-Blog.com VIP Club for Topic-specific Vocabulary

Staying updated on the latest trends and questions asked in the IELTS Speaking test is crucial. The IELTS-Blog.com VIP Club is a unique website for accessing specific vocabulary tailored to the most recent test questions. Regularly visit the VIP Club to stay up to date and, as many of our VIP members, you could get a surprisingly high number of questions you already studied for, in your real test!

The VIP Club provides daily insights into the latest topics and trends, helping you prepare for potential questions. It will supply you with the right vocabulary and allow you to feel more confident talking on any topic you may get in the real test.

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Recent IELTS Test Questions + Topics Worldwide, 2023 and 2024

Welcome to our new latest IELTS exam questions page! Here you will find the most recent IELTS questions that test takers remembered and shared, updated daily in real time.

Last updated: January 1, 2024

Test questions are organised by month when they were reported. Identical questions that appeared in two or more countries on the same day posted only once (no duplicates).

Click below to jump to recent IELTS questions from your country.

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Go here for the most comprehensive list of recent IELTS questions from 2022

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Latest IELTS test questions from Romania – December 2023 (Academic Module)

Our subscriber LD told us about her IELTS exam in Romania, she took the test a week ago. Today we are sharing everything she remembered:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

The chart below gives information about doctors practicing in Australia over a 30-year period, including their gender and country of origin.

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

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

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Research has shown that the transportation of products and people are the main source of pollution. Some people believe the government should be in charge of this, while others believe it is the fault of individuals. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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

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Goodbye 2023… Welcome 2024!

Hi everyone, this is Simone. As 2023 draws to a close, I’m doing my end-of-year ritual of reflecting on the past year and looking forward to the next. It’s a special time, as IELTS-Blog.com just celebrated its 18th birthday, and what a fantastic year it’s been!

We’ve been super busy enhancing your IELTS prep experience. This year, we totally revamped our website, improved our mobile app, added lots of new features to the IELTS Online Prep platform, updated all our books, and welcomed many new members to our exclusive IELTS VIP Club. It’s thrilling to see people joining from all around the world!

Our impact in 2023 was huge – 2.7 million people visited our site, we sent out over 12 million emails, and kept everyone updated with the latest IELTS questions and model answers.

The steady flow of success stories of our IELTS competition winners is a testament to our efforts.

Our social media presence has grown significantly too, with a strong following across Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and Twitter. It’s a joy to connect with so many of you there!

Helping you conquer IELTS has been my passion for as long as I can remember, and in 2024, my team and I will continue to be there for you with new resources and friendly, accessible help. Thank you for being part of IELTS-Blog.com family, and I’m grateful for your friendship and support.

Here’s to a fantastic 2024 and a Happy New Year!

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Latest IELTS test questions from India – December 2023 (Academic Module)

Our Instagram follower LP took IELTS in India a few days ago and remembered these writing questions. Interestingly, earlier this year, the exact same Writing Task 1 has been seen in IELTS in Vietnam.

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

The diagrams below show the structure of a solar panel and how it can be used to heat air and water.

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

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

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Some countries invest a significant amount of money in promoting the use of bicycles. Why do you think this is the case? Does it have a positive or a negative impact on individuals and the society?

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

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IELTS test in Cameroon – December 2023 (General Training)

Thanks to our kind subscriber NC, here are the Writing topics from a very recent IELTS exam in Cameroon:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a letter)

You work for a company where the manager is soon going to retire. Write a letter to the assistant manager. In your letter:

– Propose how the retirement party for the manager can be organised.
– Explain how the manager has influenced you at work.
– Suggest a suitable retirement gift for the manager.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

In many countries, it is mandatory for school children to wear uniforms. Do the advantages of this policy outweigh the disadvantages?

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

Tips for success in the IELTS Writing Test

To get a high Band Score for your letter, make sure that you

Address each bullet point clearly.Organise your ideas in paragraphs – write 1 paragraph on each bullet point.Use the correct tone and vocabulary – in a letter to a friend use informal language.Manage your time – allocate time for planning, writing and proofreading, and spend no more than 20 minutes in total on Writing Task 1.

To write an essay that will score well in IELTS, make sure that you

Make your position clear throughout the essay.Structure your essay correctly – there should be an introduction, body and conclusion.Use formal vocabulary.Use a mix of sentence types (simple, compound, complex) to show your language proficiency.Leave some time to proofread your essay before turning it in.

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IELTS Speaking questions from India – December 2023

A very kind IELTS test taker MC shared the following Speaking questions from her recent computer-based IELTS exam in India:

Test tip: Go over these questions and think of some things to say and what vocabulary you would use. IELTS Speaking test questions and topic areas are known to repeat in many countries! Being familiar with the topic and specific questions increases your chances of success.

Once you have some ideas, answer the questions and record yourself. Then listen to your recording and check your fluency, intonation, gaps in vocabulary or words you may have mispronounced. Re-record anything you are not happy with, and you’ll see that your next attempt sounds better already!

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Can you tell me your full name, please?
– Do you work or study?
– Do you remember a teacher from your primary school?
– What can you tell me about that teacher?
– Did you have a favorite subject in primary school? Why was it your favorite?
– Do you like teaching? Why or why not?
– How has teaching and teachers changed lately?
– What second language were you taught in school?
– Has this language been useful to you later in life? Why or why not?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe an occasion when you spent some time with a young child. Please say:

– who the child was
– why you spent time with him/her
– what you did together during that time

and explain how you felt about spending time with this child.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– In your opinion, what role should parents play in disciplining their children?
– Who usually spends more time with children in a family, the mother or the father?
– Do you think this is the same in all families?
– Why do you think it is important for parents to monitor their children’s friendships?
– Do you think parents should have a role in choosing their children’s friends?
– Do you believe children learn more effectively from making mistakes or from strict rules and conditions? Why?

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IELTS test questions from Australia – December 2023 (Academic Module)

Our subscriber DA told us about her IELTS exam in the Australia, she took the test a few days ago. Today we are sharing everything she remembered:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

The graph below shows the percentage of tourists who used various modes of transport within a particular country between 1989 and 2009. Each tourist may have used multiple modes of transport.

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

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

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Some people believe that people living in the twenty-first century have a better standard of living as compared to previous centuries. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

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

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IELTS Speaking questions from Romania – December 2023

Our student LD took her computer-based IELTS exam in Romania a few days ago and her examiner asked the following questions in the Speaking test.

Test tip: Go over these questions and think of some things to say and what vocabulary you would use. IELTS Speaking test questions and topic areas are known to repeat in many countries! Being familiar with the topic and specific questions increases your chances of success.

Once you have some ideas, answer the questions and record yourself. Then listen to your recording and check your fluency, intonation, gaps in vocabulary or words you may have mispronounced. Re-record anything you are not happy with, and you’ll see that your next attempt sounds better already!

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Can you tell me your full name, please?
– Do you work or are you a student?
– What do you study?
– Let’s talk about noise. Would you describe yourself as a noisy person?
– In what situations does noise bother you?
– Do you like to listen to loud music? Why or why not?
– Are there any types of music that you find especially noisy or unpleasant?
– How do you feel about noise in your living environment?
– Do you think cities are becoming noisier?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe someone you know who loves cooking. You should say:

– who this person is
– what kinds of dishes they usually cook
– who they usually cook for

and explain why you think this person enjoys cooking so much.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Do you think the range of dishes that people usually cook is affected by the agricultural produce available in their region?
– How important do you think agriculture is in your country?
– In what ways can technology be integrated into agriculture?
– Can agriculture be improved by technology? In what way?
– Are there any negative impacts of using technology in agriculture?
– How do you think technology in agriculture affects the environment?

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IELTS Report, topic: Pie charts describing the percentages of book sales of one bookseller in 1970, 1997 and 2012

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

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task

The chart below illustrates the percentages of sales of one bookseller in 1970, 1997 and 2012. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Write at least 150 words

Band 8.5 Model Answer

The pie charts illustrate the sales percentages of books across five genres sold by a bookseller from 1972 to 2012.

Overall, it is evident that the proportion of Adult fiction book sales increased over the years, while the sales of Biography books exhibited a declining trend.

Initially, in 1972, the ‘Other’ books category dominated the market, comprising approximately 25% of total sales. In contrast, Adult fiction, Children’s fiction, and Biography books each represented 20% of total sales. Travel books constituted a smaller segment at 15%. By 1992, Adult fiction had taken the lead in sales at 25%, while Children’s fiction and the ‘Other’ category each accounted for around 20% of total sales. In the same year, Travel and Biography books made up 18% and 15% of sales, respectively.

By 2012, Adult fiction books constituted 45% of book sales. Additionally, Children’s fiction represented 25% of the market. Both Travel and ‘Other’ book categories saw a decrease, each accounting for about 10% of total sales. In contrast, Biographies had the smallest share of sales at just 8%.

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