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New IELTS Speaking questions from Canada – July 2025

Many thanks to J.K., who recently took the IELTS test in Canada – here are the Speaking questions they recalled:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Are you a student or do you work?
– Do you often stay up late at night?
– How do you usually feel the next morning if you sleep late?
– Why do people often stay up late at night?
– What impact can staying up late have on a person’s daily routine?
– Do you prefer working or studying during the day or night?
– Have your sleeping habits changed over time?
– What do you do to help yourself sleep better?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe an older person you admire. You should say:

– who the person is
– where you met them
– what qualities you admire in them

and explain how this person has inspired you.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Do you enjoy spending time with older people?
– What kinds of things can younger people learn from the elderly?
– How are the lifestyles of older people different from younger people?
– Are there any things that older people can learn from the younger generation?
– Do you think older people play an important role in society?
– How can society support older people in living fulfilling lives?

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New IELTS Speaking questions from India – July 2025

A big thank you to P.K., who recently took the IELTS test in India and shared these Speaking questions:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Are you working or studying?
– Why did you choose this field of work / study?
– Do you enjoy cooking?
– How often do you cook?
– What kind of food do you like to prepare?
– How do you usually communicate with your friends?
– Do you prefer phone calls or text messages?
– Have your communication habits changed over time?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe an interesting conversation you had with someone. You should say:

– who you spoke with
– where and when it happened
– what the conversation was about

and explain why you remember this conversation so clearly.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– What do young people usually talk about when they’re together?
– How have conversations changed between generations?
– What are the benefits of studying abroad?
– Are there any drawbacks to studying in another country?
– How does communication differ in professional and personal settings?
– Do you think people today are better communicators than in the past?

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Latest IELTS questions from Canada – July 2025 (General Training)

Our subscriber J.K. kindly shared the writing questions from their recent IELTS exam in Canada, below:

IELTS Writing Test – General Training

Writing task 1 (a letter)

You recently attended a job interview, but you have not received any feedback yet. Write a letter to the Human Resources manager. In your letter:

– Introduce yourself and mention the position you applied for
– Explain why you believe the interview went well
– Request an update on the result and explain why you need it promptly.

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

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Some people prefer hobbies that involve the use of technology, while others enjoy hobbies that do not require any technological devices.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

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 Saudi Arabia – July 2025

With appreciation to O.H., who recently sat the IELTS test in Saudi Arabia, these are the Speaking questions he remembered:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your full name?
– Do you work or study?
– Do you often go to the library?
– How often do children in your country go to the library?
– When was the last time you visited a library?
– Do you like chocolate?
– Why is chocolate so popular around the world?
– Do people in your country often give chocolate as a gift?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a free-time activity that you enjoyed doing when you were younger. You should say:

– what the activity was
– where and when you did it
– who you did it with

and explain why you enjoyed doing it.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Is it important for children to have frequent breaks at school?
– How do children in your country usually spend their free time?
– Do you think children today have less free time than in the past?
– What role do parents play in organising their children’s free-time activities?
– Should schools include more leisure-based activities in their daily timetable?
– How does free time affect a child’s development?

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Latest IELTS Speaking questions from Dubai, UAE – July 2025

Many thanks to M.S who took the IELTS test in Dubai, UAE, here are the Speaking questions he recalled:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Do you usually carry your keys with you?
– Have you ever lost or forgotten your keys?
– What do you usually do if you can’t find them?
– Do you think it’s a good idea to use smart locks instead of regular keys?
– What kind of jewellery do you usually wear?
– Why do you choose to wear jewellery?
– Do you think jewellery can be an important part of someone’s personal style?
– How has your taste in jewellery changed over the years?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a time when you were late for something. You should say:

– where and when it was
– why it was important to you
– what caused the delay

and explain how you felt about being late.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Why do some people often keep others waiting?
– How do you feel when someone is late for a meeting or event?
– Is being on time an important quality in your culture?
– Do young people and older people view punctuality differently?
– How can people improve their time management skills?
– Should there be consequences for people who are frequently late?

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

With appreciation to our kind student M.H, we’re sharing the writing questions from her recent IELTS exam in Canada.

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

The chart below shows the percentages of different types of household waste that were recycled in one city between 1992 and 2002.

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

* Note: this is not the original chart given in the test, it was recreated for the purpose of demonstration.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Some people think history has little to teach us, but others think that studying the past can help us better understand the present and predict the future.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

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IELTS Speaking questions from Italy – July 2025

Here’s a recollection of the IELTS Speaking questions shared by one of our students who recently took the IELTS test in Italy.

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Do you work or are you a student?
– Why did you choose that particular job or field of study?
– What is your favourite colour?
– Why do you like that colour?
– Has it always been your favourite or did it change over time?
– Do you think colours can reflect a person’s personality?
– Do people in your country associate colours with certain meanings?
– Do you think colours can influence mood or behaviour?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a situation in which you had to tell a friend the truth. You should say:

– what the situation was
– how your friend reacted
– why you had to tell them the truth

and explain how you felt about it.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Is it better to be honest even if the truth might hurt someone?
– Are there situations where being honest can cause more harm than good?
– Do you think children naturally tell the truth, or do they learn it over time?
– Can society influence children to be less honest as they grow up?
– In what ways is honesty connected to dignity or self-respect?
– Do you think honesty is always appreciated in the workplace?

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New IELTS questions from Japan – July 2025 (Academic Module)

With appreciation to our subscriber T.Y., we’re sharing the Writing questions from the recent IELTS exam in Japan.

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

The bar chart below shows the salt intake of men and women in different age groups one European country in 2019.

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

* Note: this is not the original chart given in the test, it was recreated for the purpose of demonstration.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Some people think parents should read or tell stories to their children. Others think there is no need to do that as children can read books or watch movies on their own.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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New IELTS Speaking questions from Australia – July 2025

These questions were provided by one of our subscribers who recently took the IELTS test in Australia. Here’s what he recalled:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your name?
– Do you work or are you a student?
– Where are you from?
– When you were a child, did you help your mother with household chores?
– Do you like to keep your home clean and tidy?
– Do you enjoy cooking?
– How often do you cook at home?
– What kind of meals do you like preparing?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a person you know who dresses well. You should say:

– who this person is
– what kind of clothes they usually wear
– where you usually see them

and explain why you think they dress well.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Do young people care more about fashion than older people?
– How has fashion changed in your country in recent years?
– Do you think it’s important to dress well for work or school?
– What role does social media play in influencing fashion trends?
– Do traditional clothes still have a place in modern society?
– How do people’s fashion choices reflect their personality?

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New IELTS Speaking questions from the UK – July 2025

These questions have been shared by our subscriber who took IELTS in the UK. Here is what she remembered:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Are concerts held frequently in your country?
– Have you ever attended a live concert or performance?
– What kind of music is popular in your country?
– Do you enjoy following celebrities or famous people online?
– What do you usually do in your free time?
– Do you prefer spending time indoors or outdoors?
– How often do you watch movies or TV shows?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a famous person (such as a singer or actor) you follow. You should say:

– who this person is
– what they are known for
– how you came to know about them

and explain why you admire or follow this person.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Why do some people enjoy attending live performances?
– Do you think concerts have become more popular in recent years?
– How has social media influenced the popularity of celebrities?
– Should famous people be considered role models? Why or why not?
– What are the advantages and disadvantages of being famous?
– Do you think young people today are more influenced by celebrities than in the past?

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