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Recent IELTS Speaking questions from Kuwait – September 2025

Our generous subscriber M.R. recently took the IELTS test in Kuwait. Here are the Speaking questions he remembered:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Where do you live?
– Are there any elderly people living in your neighbourhood?
– Do you think modern art is more interesting than classical art? Why or why not?
– What kind of art do people in your country prefer?
– Would you like to travel to space one day?
– Do you enjoy watching science fiction films?
– Do you think space exploration is important?
– How do you usually feel when you watch a film about the future?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe something you taught to a relative. You should say:

– who the relative was
– what you taught them
– how you taught it

and explain how you felt about teaching them.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– What are some things children can teach adults?
– Is it better to tell someone how to do something or show them?
– What challenges exist in the education system in your country?
– What qualities make someone a good teacher?
– How has technology changed the way people learn?
– Do you think people learn better from teachers or from experience?

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New IELTS questions from the UAE – September 2025 (Academic Module)

Our lovely student O.H., who recently took the IELTS exam in the UAE, recalled and shared the following writing tasks:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

The line graph below illustrates the number of visitors to a museum in the UK at different times of the day during the summer and winter of 2003.

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 countries, it is now possible for people to buy a wide variety of foods transported from all over the world.

To what extent do the benefits of this development outweigh the drawbacks?

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New IELTS Speaking questions from the UK – September 2025

Many thanks to W.A., who took the IELTS test in the UK – here are the Speaking questions she was asked:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Where do you live?
– What does your area have that makes it unique?
– Why do you like living there?
– Have you been living there for a long time?
– What don’t you like about your area?
– What changes would you like to see in your neighbourhood?
– Do you enjoy spending time at home or going out more?
– What makes a place comfortable to live in, in your opinion?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a game you used to play in your childhood. You should say:

– what the game was
– who you played it with
– how often you played it

and explain why you enjoyed it.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Do you think playing games is beneficial for children?
– In what ways does play help children grow and develop?
– Why do even very young children enjoy playing?
– Should schools give rewards to students to encourage academic progress?
– Is it better to receive prizes as part of a team or individually?
– How have children’s games changed compared to the past?

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

A lovely IELTS test taker shared the writing tasks 1 and 2 she remembered after a recent IELTS exam in Canada:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

The pie charts below show the percentages of students enrolled in various adult education courses, in 1989 and this year.

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

* Note: these are not the original charts given in the test, they were recreated for the purpose of demonstration.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

In many countries, older people often apply for the same jobs as younger people.

What problems can this create? What are some possible solutions?

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New IELTS Speaking questions from Australia – September 2025

Our thoughtful student T, who recently sat the IELTS test in Australia, shared the following Speaking questions he remembered:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Where do you work?
– Do you like your job? Why or why not?
– Did you ever visit a library when you were a child?
– What do you usually do when you go to a library?
– Do you prefer quiet and peaceful places or busy and crowded ones?
– Describe a quiet or crowded place that you know.
– How often do you spend time in such places?
– Do you think people today have fewer quiet spaces than in the past?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a place where you planned to spend only a short time but ended up staying longer. You should say:

– what the place was
– why you went there
– how long you planned to stay

and explain why you stayed longer than expected.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Why do people need to plan before a trip, and is it always necessary?
– Do you think it is better to follow a strict plan or just go with the flow when travelling?
– What is the importance of planning and being punctual in daily life?
– How can punctuality affect relationships and work?
– Japanese people are known to be very punctual. What can we learn from cultures like that?
– Do you think people nowadays value punctuality as much as in the past?

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Latest IELTS Speaking questions from Saudi Arabia – September 2025

Our kind student R, who took the IELTS test in Saudi Arabia not long ago, recalled the following Speaking questions:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Where do you live?
– Do you like the place where you live? Why or why not?
– Do you often give gifts to others?
– What kind of gifts do you usually give?
– Have you ever received a special gift?
– Did you enjoy learning history at school?
– Do you think history is important for young people?
– How do people in your country learn about history outside of school?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a day when you went somewhere during your free time. You should say:

– where you went
– who you were with
– what you did there

and explain how you felt about spending your free time this way.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– How important is free time in people’s lives?
– Do you think people today have less free time than in the past? Why?
– What kinds of activities do people in your country usually do in their free time?
– Do you think leisure activities for children and adults should be different? Why or why not?
– How has technology changed the way people spend their free time?
– Should employers encourage their workers to have more free time? Why?

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Latest IELTS questions from Australia – September 2025 (Academic Module)

Our brilliant student T, who sat the IELTS test in Australia, kindly shared the following writing tasks:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

The diagram below shows a fire exit plan in a college accommodation.

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

Read a Band 8 answer here

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

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Many movies and video games contain scenes of violence. Some people believe that they should be banned, while others think they are harmless or even help people to relax.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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New IELTS Speaking questions from Oman – September 2025

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With thanks to our dedicated student Y, we are able to share the Speaking questions from her recent IELTS test in Oman:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Do you study or work?
– Why did you choose this field of study or job?
– Where do you stay at the moment?
– What do you like about the area where you live?
– What age range of people mostly live in your area?
– Do you stay up late at night? Why or why not?
– How do you usually feel when you wake up after staying up late?
– Do you prefer mornings or evenings? Why?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a situation when you complained about something and got a positive result. You should say:

– what the complaint was about
– who you complained to
– what the result was

and explain how it made you feel.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Do you think companies should take customer complaints seriously? Why?
– How do complaints help companies improve their services or products?
– Why do some customers hesitate to complain even when they are unhappy?
– Do you think complaints are more effective when made online or face-to-face? Why?
– How has technology changed the way people make complaints?
– In your opinion, can complaints always lead to positive changes? Why or why not?

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New IELTS questions from the UK – September 2025 (General Training)

Thanks to our hardworking student S, who has just taken the IELTS exam in the UK, we can share these writing tasks:

IELTS Writing Test – General Training

Writing task 1 (a letter)

You recently saw an advertisement for a product that you think could be useful for your company. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:

– describe the product
– explain why it would be important for the company
– suggest how the company could purchase it.

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

In recent years, more people have begun researching their family history. What are the reasons for this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

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

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Latest IELTS Speaking questions from Canada – September 2025

Our amazing student A, who recently sat the IELTS test in Canada, shared the following Speaking questions from memory:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Do you work or are you a student?
– What do you like most about your job or studies?
– Where do you live now?
– What do you like about the place where you live?
– Would you like to move to a different place in the future? Why or why not?
– Have you ever been interested in space or astronomy?
– Would you like to travel to space one day? Why or why not?
– Do you think children should learn more about space in school?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a city you would like to visit for a short trip. You should say:

– what city it is
– where it is located
– what you would like to do there

and explain why you want to visit this city for a short trip.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Why do you think cities continue to grow so rapidly?
– What are some advantages of city development?
– What are some disadvantages of expanding cities?
– Do you think large modern cities are better to live in than smaller towns? Why?
– How should governments balance the need for development with protecting the environment?
– In your opinion, what will future cities look like?

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