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June 19, 2022
IELTS Results competition winners in May 2022
“It’s not the will to win that matters – everyone has that. It’s the will to prepare to win that matters.”
These words belong to Paul Bryant, a world-famous football coach – and his idea applies to IELTS just as much!
Looking at the list of top IELTS scorers in May, it is fair to say that each and every person here had the will to prepare and work hard for their win. With great pleasure today we are celebrating their success!
IELTS results competition winners of May 2022Academic Module
1st place – Srinivasan Mannangatti from India, Band 82nd place – Osama Alzebar from Sudan, Band 7.52nd place – Subashini Baskar from India, Band 7.52nd place – Viren Sri Gurung from India, Band 7.52nd place – Rebecca Olubanke from Nigeria, Band 7.52nd place – Abhay Arora from India, Band 7.52nd place – Jackline Mutegi from Kenya, Band 7.53rd place – Favour Akhanolu from Nigeria, Band 73rd place – Samuel Tang from Taiwan, Band 7General Training Module
1st place – Sonali Malhotra from India, Band 7.5Dear winners, congratulations, what a day! To mark this happy occasion we are sending certificates of achievement to the winners’ email addresses. Winning IELTS results will also be displayed in the IELTS-Blog hall of fame – so if you won, please feel free to show them off to your friends!
How did they score so well?When someone gets a great score in IELTS, luck and chance are rarely the reason! That is why we’re always trying to find out from the winners how they did it. It feels amazing to see our student among the top 10! Samuel Tang from Taiwan used our writing correction service to find out how to increase his Writing scores. Helping him succeed in IELTS was a privilege for us!
As for the other winners – we would love to hear from you, 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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June 16, 2022
IELTS test in India – June 2022 (General Training)
Our friend S.S. took the IELTS test in India a couple of days ago and remembered the following questions:
Writing test
Writing task 1 (a letter)
You have an upcoming meeting with your manager to discuss your performance in the past year. Write a letter to the manager. In your letter,
– Describe your achievements in the past year
– Say what areas/skills you need to improve on
– Suggest a plan to improve those skills/areas.
Writing task 2 (an essay)
Many shopping malls have been built in different countries all over the world. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this for the local people?
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your identification?
– Do you work or study?
– Where do you live, in an apartment or a house?
– Where do you spend most of the time in your house? Why?
– Do you play different outdoor games?
– What game would you like to play in the future?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Talk about a time when you were very busy. Please say
– when it was
– what you had to do
– how you managed your schedule
and explain how you felt about being that busy.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– Do you think children should be taught more in a classroom than outdoors?
– What are the advantages for kids of having outdoor activities in school?
June 15, 2022
IELTS essay, topic: The advantages and disadvantages of high-rise apartment living
This is a model response to a Writing Task 2 topic from High Scorer’s Choice IELTS Practice Tests book series (reprinted with permission). This answer is close to IELTS Band 9.
Set 6 General Training book, Practice Test 28
Writing Task 2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
Write about the following topic:
Many people in cities today live in high-rise apartment blocks. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this type of living?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
You should write at least 250 words.
Sample Band 9 Essay
High-rise apartment blocks are a common sight in cities around the world. They are especially popular in large cities and in locations where building land is scarce. Living in such buildings has various advantages and disadvantages for town planners and the inhabitants themselves.
The most significant advantage of high-rise apartment blocks is probably for the town planners. With land often being at a premium in large cities, one way to maximise space is to build upwards, so that the population density per square kilometre can be increased. The demand for housing in big cities can therefore be more easily met. There are also disadvantages for town planners. The heavier population density can put added pressure on social facilities, for example sewage and other waste disposal, and the provision of adequate school and medical services.
There are also advantages and disadvantages for the actual inhabitants of high-rise apartment blocks. With the demand for housing being reduced, prices are therefore not as high, making housing more affordable. Many people also like not having to be responsible for a garden, and living in an apartment has this advantage. Finally, with so many people living in the same area, many friendships can be made and a community spirit can be built up. It appears the most significant disadvantage is that, in practice, living in high-rise apartment blocks is just not the lifestyle many people want. In some city neighbourhoods, these living spaces can often be associated with poor living conditions and undesirable social elements. In addition, many people view high-rise apartment blocks as being unsafe. For example, in the case of fire, tall buildings are difficult or impossible to evacuate safely.
It is clear that high-rise apartment blocks have benefits and drawbacks. It is also clear, however, that due to the need to house increasing numbers of people in cities, these architectural features are here to stay, whether people like them or not.
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June 14, 2022
IELTS Speaking test in Nigeria – June 2022
Thanks to our kind friend A.F. we know this much about her very recent IELTS Speaking test in Nigeria:
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What do you do?
– Do you like your job? Why?
– Where do you live now?
– What are some important features of your hometown?
– Can you describe your home?
– What are your daily responsibilities?
– Do you like watching football on TV?
– Do you like watching it alone or with friends?
– What other sports do you like watching on TV?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Talk about something in your home that was broken and then repaired. Please say
– what it was
– when it happened
– why it was broken
– and explain how it was repaired.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– Did someone help you repair it?
– Does it still work?
– Why do people neglect things and don’t repair them?
– Do you think that in the past product quality was higher? Why?
– Do you think that expensive products last longer? Why?
June 13, 2022
IELTS test in Brazil – June 2022 (General Training)
Thanks to M.N. who took the IELTS test in Brazil we are sharing the following questions today:
Writing test
Writing task 1 (a letter)
A neighbour has damaged your car while parking his/her car in the lane in front of your house. Write a letter to your neighbour. In your letter,
– explain why you are writing
– describe the damage to your car and express your feelings about it
– recommend what steps he/she should take to resolve the situation.
Writing task 2 (an essay)
Some people believe that advertisements aimed at children have a poor influence on them and can affect their relationship with parents. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Do you live in a house or an apartment?
– What is your favorite room?
– Do you usually use a watch? Why?
– What do you think about people who wear expensive watches?
– Do you have a talent? What is it?
– Were you especially good at something when you were a child?
– Does your talent help you in work?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Talk about a quiet place that you like. You should say
– where it is
– what kind of place it is
– how often you visit it
– and explain why this place is special to you.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– Why is the countryside quieter than big cities?
– Do you think older people enjoy quiet places more than young people?
– Do you think nowadays our houses are noisier? Why?
June 7, 2022
IELTS test in Pakistan – May 2022 (Academic Module)
Thanks to K.T. from Pakistan today we are sharing the latest IELTS questions he remembered from his exam:
Writing test
Writing task 1 (a report)
We were given a diagram showing how ceramic pots are manufactured. We had to describe all the stages of pottery making.
Writing task 2 (an essay)
Advertisements are becoming more and more common nowadays. Is it a positive or a negative development?
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– Can you tell me your full name, please?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– What is the name of your hometown?
– Do you live in a house or a flat?
– What is your favourite room in your house?
– What kind of sports do you like?
– Do you watch live sports? Why?
– Do you think today’s parks have changed compared to the past?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Talk about something that helps you save time. Please say
– what it is
– when you use it
– why you use it
– and explain why you believe it helps you save time.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– Why don’t people have enough time nowadays?
– Is it necessary for people to relax during the working day?
– How can people achieve better work-life balance?
– Does current technology cause people to waste or save time?
June 5, 2022
IELTS Speaking test in Bahrain – May 2022
Thanks to the kind-hearted J.P. (who is originally from the Philippines but now works in Bahrain) we can share the Speaking questions she was recently asked in IELTS:
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– What is your name?
– Can I see your identification?
– Do you work or study?
– Do you live in a house or an apartment?
– What is your favorite area or place in your house/apartment?
– Do you ever get bored?
– What do you do when you feel bored?
– What things are boring to you?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Describe a place you have visited that isn’t in your hometown. Please say
– what place it was
– how you knew about this place
– what people can do there
– and explain how you felt in that place.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– Do you think younger people and older people would choose the same places to live?
– Why do young people choose to live in the city?
– What are some of the things to consider when moving to another place or city?
June 3, 2022
IELTS Speaking test in Dubai – May 2022
Thanks to our kind friend J.M. we know this much about her very recent IELTS Speaking test in Dubai:
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– What is your name?
– Can I see your identification?
– Do you work or study?
– How often do you dream?
– Do you remember your dreams when you wake up?
– Are you interested in dreams? Why?
– How do you start your day?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Talk about a time when you visited a new place. Please say
– where you were
– why you went there
– what you did
– and explain how you felt in that place.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– How do people feel when they are in a new place?
– What do you think is the hardest part of starting a new job?
– Generally, why do you think people like to travel?
June 2, 2022
IELTS test in Sri Lanka – May 2022 (Academic Module)
Thanks to T.R. from Sri Lanka we are sharing the latest IELTS questions she remembered from her exam:
Writing test
Writing task 1 (a report)
We had a bar graph that was describing the consumption of coffee and tea in five different countries.
Writing task 2 (an essay)
Nowadays there is more and more competition between older and younger people for the same jobs. What problems does this create? How can they be solved?
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– Can you tell me your full name, please?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where do you live?
– What is your hometown like?
– Would you say it’s a good place to live?
– Why do you think so?
– What kind of people are famous in your country?
– Would you like to be famous?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Talk about a famous person you like. Please say
– who the person is
– how you know him/her
– what he/she is famous for
– and explain why you like him/her
Part 3 (Discussion)
– When celebrities lose their fame, how do you think it affects them?
– What do you think about the children of celebrities, do they have a good place in society?
– What are the benefits of being a child of famous parents?
– What are the drawbacks?
May 31, 2022
IELTS test in India – May 2022 (Academic Module)
Thanks to M.P. from India we can share the latest IELTS questions she remembered from her exam:
Writing test
Writing task 1 (a report)
We were given a bar chart with some information on medical care in three European countries between the years 1980 and 2000.
Writing task 2 (an essay)
Some people argue that companies and private individuals, rather than governments, should pay to clean up the pollution that they produced. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– Can you tell me your full name, please?
– What shall I call you?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– Do you like to shop at street markets or at a supermarket?
– What kind of things are usually sold at street markets?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Talk about the longest walk you’ve ever taken. Please say
– when it happened
– where you walked
– who you were with
– and explain how you felt about it.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– What outdoor activities do people like?
– Can you think of any outdoor activities other than sports?
– Are leisure activities important to everyone? Why or why not?
– What are the differences between the outdoor activities children used to do in the past and now?
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