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January 11, 2023
IELTS test in Pakistan and Iran – January 2023 (General Training)
Our friends from Iran and Pakistan remembered the following questions after taking their IELTS exams among the first group in January 2023. Great job and thank you to M.Z, H.Z and I.F.!
Writing test
Writing task 1 (a letter)
You had a minor accident at work and you got injured. According to the company rules, you have to report it in writing to your manager. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
– describe what happened and your injury
– explain what the result of the accident was
– suggest a way to avoid similar accidents in the future.
Writing task 2 (an essay)
Some people think that visiting museums and art galleries is the best way to learn about art, while others believe that there are better ways of doing that. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– What is your name?
– Do you work or study?
– Do you like chocolate?
– Have you ever given anyone chocolate as a gift? Why?
– When do you go to bed?
– When do you usually wake up?
– Did you go to bed late when you were a child?
– What do you do before bedtime now?
– Is it a good idea to have a late bedtime?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Describe a city you visited that has been affected by pollution. You should say
– what city it was
– when you visited it
– what kind of effect pollution had on it
– and explain how you felt about this.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– How can we stop industrial pollution?
– What should the government do to protect the ecology?
– What should we do as individuals to save the planet from pollution?
– How can we reduce pollution?
– What kind of effect does pollution have on us?
– Who do you think is fighting pollution more actively, younger or older people?
– Do you think younger people feel the same way about pollution as older people? Why?
January 10, 2023
IELTS test in Thailand – December 2022 (Academic Module)
Thanks to our kind friends P and T, we are sharing today the questions from their recent IELTS exam in Thailand:
Writing test
Writing task 1 (a report)
The charts below give information on the consumption of water by agricultural products in Australia in 2014, and the share of income they produced.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
* Note: these aren’t the actual charts given in the test, they were recreated for the purpose of demonstration.
Writing task 2 (an essay)
School should teach subjects that are needed for academic success and to pass examinations. Practical life skills such as cookery, dressmaking, and wood crafting should be taught at home, by family and friends. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– What is your name?
– Do you work or study?
– What are your responsibilities at work?
– Why did you choose this job?
– Is there something you don’t like about your job?
– Let’s talk about advertisements
– Tell me about an advertisement you saw recently that you enjoyed.
– What would you do if an advertisement popped up on the Internet or on TV?
– Would you like to be in an advertisement one day?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Describe a day out that doesn’t cost much. You should say,
– where you went
– what you did
– what you spent money on
– and explain whether you enjoyed the day out and why.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– What do people in your country do when they have a day off?
– Some people like spending time alone at home on a day off, while others prefer going out with friends, why is that?
– Are people spending their free time in a different way now, compared to the past?
– Do you think that technology has changed the way people enjoy their leisure time now?
– Do you think technology is encouraging people to stay home?
– Who do you think has more leisure time, older or younger people? Why?
– Do you think it is true that young people enjoy active leisure more often than older people? Why?
January 9, 2023
IELTS Speaking test in Nigeria – December 2022
Thanks to our kind friend S.A. we are sharing these recent IELTS Speaking questions from her test in Nigeria:
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– What is your full name?
– What shall I call you?
– What type of house do you live in?
– What do you like about your house?
– Where’s your favourite place in the house?
– Do you like any sports?
– What sports did you like when you were a child?
– Did you play any sport when you were young?
– What good practical skill do you have?
– Did you learn this skill from someone?
– How can a skill influence your profession?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Describe something that you lost and found. You should say
– what it was
– when you lost it
– how you found it
– and explain how you felt about it.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– Why do people lose their things?
– How can people prevent losing their property?
– How can losing property be prevented in public places?
– Why do archaeologists search for buried items?
– What do they do with the artefacts they find?
– Should those artefacts be kept in their country of origin, or allowed to be taken out of the country?
January 8, 2023
IELTS test in India and Nepal – December 2022 (Academic Module)
Thanks to our friends from Nepal and India today we are sharing their recent IELTS exam questions:
Writing test
Writing task 1 (a report)
The charts below describe 4 sectors of employment, in 2009 and 2020, in two towns.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
* Note: these aren’t the actual graphs given in the test, they were recreated for the purpose of demonstration.
Writing task 2 (an essay)
More and more people today are drinking sugar based drinks. Why is this happening? What measures can be taken to reverse this trend?
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IELTS Speaking test in Algeria, with answers (Part 1)
Here are some high-scoring Part 1 model answers for the Speaking Test that was shared by a student from Algeria. The answers show a good way to respond to these questions.
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
1. Are there common names in your country?
I think my name is one of the most common names around. I remember in primary school we had at least three Melissa’s in one class.
2. Is there a name that you like, and why?
I have always liked the name, Michael. It’s because as a teenager I loved watching Formula 1 racing and at the time Michael Schumacher was my hero, because he won more world titles than any other driver in the history of the sport.
3. Does this name have a meaning and what is it?
I am not sure about the origins of this name. As far as I can remember, I think it’s the name of one of the archangels. But personally, I equate this name to excellence because of the sportsperson it reminds me of.
4. What weather do you prefer, and why?
I enjoy sunny summer weather. This is the best weather for travelling and spending time outdoors. I love spending my summer vacation days out and about at the beach.
5. Is there a place that you would want to move to, because it has the type of weather that you like?
I have always wanted to visit the Maldives. I’ve heard that it has some of the world’s most pristine beaches. Living there would be like a permanent vacation with crystal clear water and sandy white beaches every day. 25 degrees Celsius is the coldest it ever gets there, and the idea of eternal summer seems really appealing to me.
6. How has the weather in your country changed in the past few years?
Without a doubt, the weather patterns have become much more extreme. Summers are hotter and the winters are much colder than ever before. It’s obviously one of the effects of global warming, but the rate at which these changes are occurring is alarming.
Read more model answers on the VIP Club website
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IELTS Speaking test in Uzbekistan – December 2022
Thanks to our lovely friend from Uzbekistan, today we are sharing these Speaking questions from her recent IELTS exam:
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– What is your full name?
– Do you live in an apartment or a house?
– Which room is your favourite?
– What do you normally do in the afternoon?
– What did you usually do in the afternoon when you were young?
– What kind of things did you keep when you were young?
– Do you live close to your workplace?
– What are the disadvantages of living far away from your workplace?
– What are the disadvantages of living close to your workplace?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Describe an occasion when someone said something positive about your work. You should say
– who the person was
– what the positive comment was
– how you reacted to the comment
– and explain how you felt about it.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– When should parents give their children positive feedback?
– What is the importance of feedback to children?
– Do you think parents should give their children positive feedback when they do poorly at school?
– Are there any occasions when parents should make negative comments about their children?
– Is the effect of feedback the same for children and adults?
– Do you think adults should be given positive feedback all the time?
– Do you think adults should be given negative feedback at all?
January 4, 2023
IELTS essay, topic: Many people try to achieve a work-life balance but fail (reasons and solutions)
This essay topic was seen in a recent IELTS test in Algeria.
Many people try to achieve a work-life balance but fail. Why is this happening? What can be done to help people overcome this problem?
Sample Band 8 Essay
Many people strive to achieve a work-life balance, but often find themselves failing despite their best efforts. This is not surprising, as balancing work and life commitments can be extremely difficult due to both having their unique stressors.
One of the major reasons why so many people struggle to achieve harmony between their personal and professional lives is that now it is easier than ever for people to stay connected outside of regular work hours. This has led to an expectation that employees should always be available, and they risk being seen as unreliable or uncommitted if they are not. A knock-on effect of longer working hours is that little time is left for leisure activities such as socialising or engaging in hobbies or sports, which help reduce stress levels and improve overall well-being. This type of pressure and lack of free time can lead to feelings of burnout, with no respite from life’s pressures, resulting in chronic fatigue and diminished motivation over time.
Helping those struggling to find a suitable work-life balance will require joint efforts of managers and employees. Workers, for instance, need to recognise the importance of taking regular breaks throughout the day and getting enough sleep each night, while employers should consider being more flexible when it comes to allowing staff to work remotely and offering paid vacation days. This will give employees space, both mentally and physically, enabling them to better manage their commitments without overextending themselves.
In conclusion, achieving a successful work-life balance is something that many cannot quite reach due to external pressures from employers and a lack of downtime. However, these issues can be overcome, if we create realistic boundaries between our professional lives and personal goals, and make conscious decisions about how we want to spend our time.
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IELTS test in Pakistan – December 2022 (Academic Module)
The questions below were received from our friends who recently took IELTS in Pakistan:
Writing test
Writing task 1 (a report)
The graphs below provide information on the UK steel industry between the years 1970 and 2000.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
* Note: these aren’t the actual graphs given in the test, they were recreated for the purpose of demonstration.
Writing task 2 (an essay)
In some countries, people these days spend very little time with their children. What are the causes of this? Whom does this affect more, parents or children?
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IELTS test in India – December 2022 (General Training)
Our kind friend D.H. has shared the following questions after taking the IELTS test in India:
Writing test
Writing task 1 (a letter)
You have travelled to another city for a company meeting and stayed at a hotel. When you returned, you discovered that you forgot something important in your hotel room. Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter,
– Say what you have left in the room
– Explain why it is important to you
– Tell the manager what you would like them to do about it
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir / Madam,
Writing task 2 (an essay)
Some people think that teachers require training to become good at their profession. Others think a good teacher has all the necessary qualities and does not need any training. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– What is your full name?
– Are you studying or do you have a job?
– Do you feel your job is boring?
– What do you do in your free time in the evenings?
– Do you often get up early in the morning during the week?
– Would you be inclined to help if someone asked for your assistance in the morning?
– Do you get up early at weekends?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Describe a time when you had to lend something to a person you know. You should say
– what you lent
– when it happened
– why he/she asked to borrow the item
– and explain how you felt about this.
Follow up question: Would you let him/her borrow this item again in the future?
Part 3 (Discussion)
– What do you think of people who are posting about their personal life on social media?
– How do you feel about sharing research documents online?
– Do you think children should share their things with each other?
– Why aren’t they willing to share their things, such as toys?
– What do you think parents should do to teach their children about sharing?
– Do you think parents should model sharing for their children to help them understand?
December 30, 2022
Goodbye 2022… Welcome 2023!
Hi everyone, this is Simone. Today is the last day of 2022, which means I have one last thing to do, before I can go on and celebrate the New Year. It’s been a tradition for many years now, for me to take a look back, see what I’ve accomplished this year, and think about everything I’d love to do in the New Year.
In 2022 IELTS-Blog.com turned 17 years old! And what a year it’s been.
After collating all the new features, products, services and everything that came into existence in 2022, no wonder the year went past in a flash – me and the team, we haven’t sat down for a minute 
So, as a 2022 recap, here’s goes:
The IELTS prep tools we created for youTo help you study for the IELTS test easily, on paper, computer or your mobile phone, we
completely redesigned the websitereleased a new mobile app for practice on iPhone and Androidcreated the IELTS Online Prep platform for a very close simulation of IELTS on Computerupdated our print books and e-books to reflect the latest changes and trends in IELTS examsopened a brand new IELTS VIP Club, to deliver model answers for the latest IELTS questions to the VIP members. The minute we opened doors, people from all over the world started joining and now we have members from Taiwan, Hong Kong, Japan, China, Saudi Arabia, UAE, India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, UK, Ireland, Brazil, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Singapore, Turkey, Italy, Germany, Thailand, Vietnam, Kuwait, Oman, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan and other countries. Having processed Order #868 last night, I am feeling very optimistic about 2023!Numbers don’t lieKnowledge is power, and in 2022 we proudly empowered 2.6 million people who visited IELTS-Blog.com and read our blog posts 6 million times (!)
We delivered over 11 million emails with IELTS questions, advice and preparation materials to our subscribers this year.
To make sure you know what questions might come up in your exam, every day of the week we either posted an exam update with the latest IELTS questions, or a model answer – so that you know how to a respond.
And our efforts paid off – just look at these happy IELTS competition winners who achieved outstanding results!
Our IELTS community knows no boundsSocial media has long morphed from its original purpose to something that serves other needs today, and so many people appreciate an opportunity to learn something new via their social channels. Our Facebook following is 423K-people strong, and on Twitter we’re followed by 39K users. On YouTube we’ve got over 10K subscribed and many more watching our videos, and on Instagram our following is about 5.6K (but we’re relatively new to the platform, so I am sure the best is yet to come!)
Many people are searching for their purpose in life. I am blessed to have found mine – and it is to help YOU. I am here to break IELTS down for you, to explain how to approach it, and show you how to achieve your target score. So let me teach you how to calmly and confidently study, take the test, pass it and step into your bright future sooner.
To everyone who read our blog posts in 2022 – I wish you the IELTS score of your dreams in 2023.
To all the teachers, IELTS tutors and volunteers helping people pass their IELTS exams – I hope your students get amazing results in the New Year.
You can be 100% certain that in 2023, just like the 17 years before it, my team and I will continue to help you, and there will be new IELTS books, practice tests and services.
Just keep coming back; we’ll make it worthwhile.
Thanks again for being part of IELTS-Blog.com family in 2022. Thank you for your friendship and kindness, for your feedback and ideas, for sharing your knowledge and for spreading the word about IELTS-Blog.com.
Here’s to making 2023 your BEST year ever!
Happy New Year from Simone and the entire IELTS-Blog.com Team
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