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IELTS Speaking Questions 2021
2021 IELTS Speaking Topics' Mock TestWe are showing recent IELTS speaking test questions, which are from the Internet and our visitors who have just taken the test. Its contents cover all speaking question types: Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3. We organize all questions by test date.
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IELTS Speaking Test: Recent 60 Questions
2021-07-29: Part 1
- Where are you living now?
- Is it a good area to live in?
- What do you like most about where you live?
- What is the neighborhood like where you live?
- Do you have any friends there?
- What can be improved in the area that you live?
- Do you know any famous people in the area that you live in?
- Do you intend to stay in this area in the future?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-07-15
- 2021-07-02
- 2021-06-21
- 2021-06-08
- 2021-05-31
2021-07-29: Part 1
- Do you like math?
- Is maths difficult for you?
- At what age did you start learning about mathematics?
- Why is math the most important subject?
- How is math helpful in people's daily life?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-07-05
- 2021-06-07
- 2021-05-17
- 2021-04-23
- 2020-08-25
2021-07-29: Part 1
- What scenery can you see from the window of your home?
- Is it important for you to have a good view from your window?
- Do you like to sit by the window when you take an airplane?
- What sort of view would you like your house to have in the future?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-07-09
- 2021-06-10
- 2021-05-21
- 2021-05-06
- 2021-04-27
2021-07-29: Part 1
- How do traffic problems affect you?
- What traffic problems are there in your area?
- How do most people travel to work where you live?
- What is the most popular means of transportation in your country?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-07-07
- 2021-06-16
- 2021-06-02
- 2021-05-07
2021-07-29: Part 1
- Do you like to look at the sky? Why?
- Can you see the moon and stars at night where you live?
- Do you prefer the sky in the morning or the sky at night?
- Which parts of your country are the best places to look at the moon and stars at night?
- Do you like to see the stars at night?
- Do you want to live on other planets?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-07-05
- 2021-06-07
- 2021-05-28
- 2021-05-13
- 2021-05-07
2021-07-29: Part 1
- Do you like to travel by car?
- When do you travel by car?
- Where is the farthest place you have traveled to by car?
- Do you like to sit in the front or back when traveling by car?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-07-07
- 2021-06-21
- 2021-06-04
- 2021-05-21
- 2021-05-11
2021-07-29: Part 1
- Have you ever visited a farm?
- What kind of farm do you like?
- Do you think farming is important?
- Did you do farm work when you were young?
- Does your country still use many traditional farming methods?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-29
- 2021-06-04
- 2021-05-19
- 2021-04-29
- 2021-04-12
2021-07-29: Part 2
Describe a time when you suffered from disease/sickness.
You should say:
You should say:
- what it was
- what problems it caused you
- what you did to control it
- and explain how you felt about this health problem.
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-18
- 2021-05-19
- 2021-04-30
- 2021-04-06
- 2021-03-08
2021-07-29: Part 2
Describe a (jigsaw, crossword...) puzzle you have played.
You should say:
You should say:
- what it is like
- how easy or difficult it is
- how long it takes you to solve
- and how you feel about it.
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-22
- 2021-05-28
- 2021-05-19
- 2021-05-06
2021-07-29: Part 2
Describe a time you saw something interesting on social media.
You should say:
You should say:
- when it was
- where you saw it
- what you saw
- and explain why you think it was interesting.
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-29
- 2021-06-04
- 2021-05-14
- 2021-05-06
2021-07-29: Part 2
Describe a piece of international news you have just recently heard.
You should say:
You should say:
- what the news is about
- where and when you heard it
- what you were doing when you heard the news
- and explain how you felt about it
2021-07-29: Part 2
Describe an activity that you do after school/work.
You should say:
You should say:
- what it is
- where you do it
- who you do it with
- and how you felt about it.
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-22
- 2021-05-26
- 2021-05-06
2021-07-29: Part 3
- Do you think people have become more conscious about health nowadays? Why?
- Do you think the lifestyle of a person affects his health? Why?
- How to teach healthy eating habits in children?
- What should people do to stay healthy?
- Do you think governments should pay for all medical expenses?
- Should people contribute part of these expenses? Why?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-18
- 2021-05-19
- 2021-04-30
- 2021-04-06
- 2021-03-08
2021-07-29: Part 3
- Why do parents let their children play puzzles?
- How do puzzles help a child's development?
- What kinds of puzzles improve people's intelligence?
- What type of person likes puzzles?
- Why are detective stories attractive to people?
- Which do you think is better? A detective movie or its original novel.
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-22
- 2021-05-28
- 2021-05-19
- 2021-05-06
2021-07-29: Part 3
- Why do people like to use social media?
- What kinds of things are popular on social media?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of using social media?
- What do you think of making friends on social networks?
- What are the differences in media between the current and in the past?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-29
- 2021-06-04
- 2021-05-14
- 2021-05-06
2021-07-29: Part 3
- Where do people get their news nowadays?
- Why do people prefer online News?
- Why do some people like local news more than international news?
- What is the importance of following world news?
- How does social media affect journalism nowadays?
- How has social media changed the way we get and share the news?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-21
- 2021-05-14
- 2021-04-19
- 2021-03-18
- 2021-03-09
2021-07-29: Part 3
- What is the most popular outdoor activity in your country?
- What activities do young people usually do after school or work in your country?
- What do young people usually do in groups?
- Do you think people prefer movies over books? Why?
- How do you think books can help people over movies?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-22
- 2021-05-26
- 2021-05-06
2021-07-26: Part 1
- Do you live in a house or a flat?
- Why do you live in an apartment/house?
- How long have you lived there?
- What do you enjoy about your place?
- What is your favorite room? Why?
- Do you plan to live there in the future?
- What kind of accommodation do you wish to have in the future?
- Can you tell me about the house that you lived in when you were a child?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-07-12
- 2021-06-29
- 2021-05-18
- 2021-06-07
- 2021-05-27
2021-07-26: Part 1
- Are there any public holidays in your country?
- Which is your favorite holiday? Why?
- Which was the last holiday that you enjoyed a lot?
- Do you prefer a holiday in a city or on a beach?
- What do you usually do during this holiday?
- What do people usually do on public holidays?
- Do you like to spend long holidays or just short?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-07-02
- 2021-06-04
- 2020-03-14
- 2020-02-13
- 2019-12-14
2021-07-26: Part 1
- Have you ever seen any wild animals before?
- What wild animal do you like the most?
- Did you learn something about wild animals at school?
- Where can you see wild animals?
- Do you like to watch TV programs about wild animals?
- In which country do you think you can see many wild animals?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-24
- 2021-06-02
- 2021-05-07
- 2020-12-04
- 2020-11-05
2021-07-26: Part 1
- Do you use a wallet?
- Have you ever lost a wallet?
- Do most of your friends use a wallet?
- Have you ever sent a wallet to someone as a gift?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-24
- 2021-06-16
- 2021-06-02
- 2021-05-19
- 2021-05-07
2021-07-26: Part 1
- What would you do to relax?
- Do you think doing sports is a good way to relax?
- Do you think vacation is a good time for you to relax?
- Do you think students need more relaxing time?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-07-02
- 2021-06-08
- 2021-05-25
- 2021-05-12
- 2021-05-06
2021-07-26: Part 2
Describe a person who wears clothes that you think are unusual.
You should say:
You should say:
- who this person is
- how you knew this person
- what clothing the person wears
- and explain why you think his/her clothes are unusual.
2021-07-26: Part 2
Describe a time when your computer broke down.
You should say:
You should say:
- when it happened
- what problem was
- how long it took you to solve it
- and explain how you solved the problem.
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-14
- 2021-05-06
- 2021-04-16
- 2021-03-09
- 2021-01-27
2021-07-26: Part 2
Describe a live sports match that you have watched.
You should say:
You should say:
- what it was
- when you watched it
- why you watched it
- and how you felt about it.
2021-07-26: Part 2
Describe a quiet place you like to go to.
You should say:
You should say:
- where the place is
- how you found it
- why you think it is quiet
- and explain why you like to go to.
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-21
- 2021-05-31
- 2021-05-10
- 2019-01-02
- 2018-12-18 (UAE)
2021-07-26: Part 3
- What do people consider when buying clothes?
- Do you think it is a good idea to buy clothes online? Why?
- Do you think what people wear can affect their mood? Why?
- What do people wear to the office in your country?
- In what ways do young people see fashion differently than older people do?
- Is there any difference between men and women when choosing clothes?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-08
- 2021-05-11
- 2021-04-15
- 2021-03-15
- 2021-02-01
2021-07-26: Part 3
- What do you mostly do on a computer?
- How have computers changed the World?
- Have computers made our life easier? Why?
- Do you think that using a computer every day has more negative than positive effects on children? Why?
- Do you think that older people struggle with the use of modern electronic technology? How can we help them?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-14
- 2021-05-06
- 2021-04-16
- 2021-03-09
- 2021-01-27
2021-07-26: Part 3
- Do people prefer to watch events live or on TV?
- Why do some people like to watch live events?
- What kinds of sports do people in your country like to watch?
- Is competition in sports healthy for kids?
- Do you think that sports stars can inspire young people to play sports?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-18
- 2021-05-14
- 2021-04-13
- 2021-03-11
- 2021-01-29
2021-07-26: Part 3
- How do you describe a quiet place?
- Why do people choose to live in the countryside?
- Why is the countryside quieter than cities?
- Do you think young people prefer crowded places to older ones? Why?
- Is there much noise around your home?
- Does this noise affect you in any way?
- Do you think some people prefer having some background noise/sound? Why?
- Why do people sometimes prefer to be alone?
- Do you think in the future, the world will be a less noisy place than now?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-21
- 2021-05-31
- 2021-05-10
- 2019-01-02
- 2018-12-18 (UAE)
2021-07-21: Part 1
- What do you study?
- Where do you study that?
- Why did you choose that subject?
- Do you like that subject?
- Is it a popular subject in your country?
- What are the main aspects of your subject?
- Is there anything unexpected about your study?
- If you had the chance, would you change the subject?
- What is your favorite subject?
- Is there something that helps you to study efficiently?
- What is more important for you, lecturers or friends?
- Is there anything you want to change in your university?
- Do you plan to get a job in the same field as your subject?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-07-09
- 2021-06-10
- 2021-06-02
- 2021-05-21
- 2021-05-11
2021-07-21: Part 1
- Do you enjoy your current stage of life?
- Which stage of your life do you think is the most important?
- In which stage of your life were you the happiest?
- What is your plan for your next stage of life?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-21
- 2021-05-28
- 2021-05-11
- 2021-04-15
- 2021-03-31
2021-07-21: Part 1
- What kind of TV programs do you like?
- What's your favorite TV program?
- Do you often watch programs on TV or on your cellphone?
- Do you like watching the same kind of program all the time?
- Do you talk with your friends about the program you watched?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-22
- 2021-06-04
- 2021-05-17
- 2021-04-30
- 2021-04-13
2021-07-21: Part 1
- Do you like your primary school?
- How do you think about your primary school?
- What did you like to do the most when you were in primary school?
- How did you go to your primary school?
- What did you do in your leisure time in your primary school?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-07-02
- 2021-06-04
- 2021-05-31
- 2021-05-17
- 2021-05-06
2021-07-21: Part 1
- Do you like wearing special costumes?
- Did you try any special costumes when you were young?
- When was the last time to wear special costumes?
- Do you ever buy special costumes?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-07-05
- 2021-06-07
- 2021-05-21
- 2021-05-10
- 2021-05-06
2021-07-21: Part 2
Describe a home that you visited but did not want to live in.
You should say:
You should say:
- where it is
- what it is like
- why you visited it
- and explain why you would not like to live there.
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-08
- 2021-05-11
- 2021-04-12
- 2021-03-17
- 2021-02-15
2021-07-21: Part 2
Describe a time you made a promise to someone.
You should say:
You should say:
- what the promise was
- to whom you made it
- whether it was easy or difficult to keep
- and explain why you made it.
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-10
- 2021-04-27
- 2021-03-29
- 2021-02-26
- 2021-01-14
2021-07-21: Part 2
Describe your first day at school.
You should say:
You should say:
- where it was
- what happened
- who else was there with you
- and explain how you felt on that day.
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-16
- 2021-05-12
- 2021-04-12
- 2021-03-15
- 2021-02-04
2021-07-21: Part 2
Describe a movie that you like.
You should say:
You should say:
- what it was about
- when you watched it
- where you watched it
- and explain why you like it.
2021-07-21: Part 2
Describe a polite person you met.
You should say:
You should say:
- who the person is
- how you knew the person
- what the person is like
- and explain why you think the person is polite.
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-14
- 2021-04-29
- 2021-04-08
- 2021-03-05
- 2021-01-21
2021-07-21: Part 2
Describe a law on environmental protection.
You should say:
You should say:
- what it is
- how you learned about it
- who benefits from it
- and explain how you feel about this law.
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-22
- 2021-05-25
- 2021-05-17
- 2021-05-07
2021-07-21: Part 3
- Do people in your country like to visit others' homes?
- In your country what do people do when they visit others?
- Are gifts necessary when visiting others?
- What kind of place do people in your country like to live in?
- What are the differences between the homes in the city and those in the suburbs?
2021-07-21: Part 3
- Do parents in your country often make promises to their children?
- What kinds of promises do parents in your country often make?
- Do most people keep their promises?
- Why do some people fail to keep their promises?
- Do children keep their promises?
- What prizes do children get when they keep their promises?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-10
- 2021-04-27
- 2021-03-29
- 2021-02-26
- 2021-01-14
2021-07-21: Part 3
- Do you think parents should drive the kids to school or kids should go themselves?
- Is it better that children are independent or reliant on their parents?
- How can children become more independent?
- How to teach kids to be independent?
- What are the impacts of excessive interference with the child?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-16
- 2021-05-12
- 2021-04-12
- 2021-03-15
- 2021-02-04
2021-07-21: Part 3
- Do you think going to the movies is a waste of money and time?
- Are movie stars important to a movie?
- Are foreign movies popular in your country?
- Is the film industry important for a country?
- What do you think about the importance of the film industry in the modern world?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-18
- 2021-05-27
- 2021-05-17
- 2021-05-07
2021-07-21: Part 3
- How important is it to be polite in your culture?
- What are some ways people show that they are polite in your culture?
- What do you think can make people more polite?
- Do you think people are polite nowadays? Why or why not?
- Why do you think teenagers try to be polite?
- Do you feel that people from cities are more polite than those from the countryside?
- Is there a most polite country?
- What should we do when people ignore us even if we behave politely with them?
- Do you think it is rude to ignore the person who speaks to you? Why?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-14
- 2021-04-29
- 2021-04-08
- 2021-03-05
- 2021-01-21
2021-07-21: Part 3
- What can schools do to make students obey rules?
- What should parents do to educate children about laws?
- What are the negative implications of ignoring environmental issues?
- Why do some people ignore environmental issues?
- Are governments around the world doing enough to tackle environmental problems? Why?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-22
- 2021-05-25
- 2021-05-17
- 2021-05-07
2021-07-19: Part 1
- What is your job?
- Where do you work?
- Do you like your job?
- Why did you choose that job?
- Is it a popular job in your country?
- What was your first day like?
- What responsibilities do you have at work?
- What is the most interesting thing about your work?
- Do you get on well with your colleagues?
- Do you prefer to work in the morning or evening?
- What are the ways that you can improve your skills at work?
- Has your job changed a lot in the past years?
- If you had the chance, would you change your job?
- Do you plan to continue with your job in the future?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-07-05
- 2021-06-22
- 2021-06-14
- 2021-05-25
- 2021-05-12
2021-07-19: Part 1
- Have you ever been to a museum?
- Do you think museums are important? Why?
- Are there many museums in your hometown?
- How often do you go to a museum?
- Do you prefer to visit a museum alone or with friends?
- Did you visit museums when you were a child?
2021-07-19: Part 2
Describe your favorite curtain.
You should say:
You should say:
- what it is
- where you saw it
- what it looks like
- and explain why you liked it so much.
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-16
- 2021-05-21
- 2021-05-07
2021-07-19: Part 2
Describe a time when you encouraged someone to do something that he/she didn't want to do.
You should say:
You should say:
- who the person was
- what you encouraged him/her to do
- why he/she didn't want to do it
- and explain how you felt about encouraging this person
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-07
- 2021-05-06
- 2021-04-22
- 2021-03-15
- 2021-02-04
2021-07-19: Part 2
Describe a time when it was important to tell your friend the truth.
You should say:
You should say:
- who your friend is
- what the truth was
- what your friends' reaction was
- and explain why you think it was important to tell your friend the truth.
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-10
- 2021-04-26
- 2021-03-29
- 2021-02-22
- 2021-01-14
2021-07-19: Part 2
Describe an occasion when you saw a lot of people smiling.
You should say:
You should say:
- what occasion it was
- who you were with
- where it was
- and explain why people were smiling.
2021-07-19: Part 3
- What kind of curtains do you like at your home?
- How do people style their living room curtains?
- Do you think shopping through social sites is better? Why?
- In your country, do males and females have the same choice of purchasing things?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-16
- 2021-05-21
- 2021-05-07
2021-07-19: Part 3
- Do you encourage people to do things often?
- When should parents encourage their children?
- How can parents encourage children to do things?
- How could bosses/managers encourage their employees?
- Do you think some people are better than others at persuading?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-07
- 2021-05-06
- 2021-04-22
- 2021-03-15
- 2021-02-04
2021-07-19: Part 3
- Do you think we should tell the truth at all times?
- Should I tell the truth even if it hurts someone?
- In what kind of situations should people not tell the truth?
- How do you know when others are telling lies?
- Do you think there are times when it's suitable to tell a smaller lie, a lie with good intentions(or a white lie)?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-10
- 2021-04-26
- 2021-03-29
- 2021-02-22
- 2021-01-14
2021-07-19: Part 3
- Why do people smile?
- Do you think people who like to smile are more friendly?
- What's the difference between a fake smile and a true smile?
- Why do people smile when they take photos?
- Who smiles more, men or women?
- Do you think people should control their moods?
- Do you think people who like to smile are more friendly?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-21
- 2021-05-25
- 2021-05-11
- 2021-05-07
2021-06-29: Part 2
Describe a time you were pleased with your purchase.
You should say:
You should say:
- what it was
- where you bought it
- why you bought it
- and explain why you are so happy about it.
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Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-29
- 2021-05-21
- 2021-04-27
- 2021-03-31
- 2021-02-22
2021-06-29: Part 3
- How often do people in your country go shopping?
- Why do some people like to go to big shopping malls and some like small shops?
- Do you think online shopping will totally replace shopping in stores?
- What is the product which is consumed most in your country? Why?
- Is increasing consumerism a good trend?
- What is your opinion that today people often buy new things instead of fixing the old things?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-24
- 2021-05-21
- 2021-04-27
- 2021-03-31
- 2021-02-22
2021-06-22: Part 1
- How do you celebrate New Year?
- How did you celebrate the last New Year?
- What was your best New Year's party so far?
- Do you have any ceremonies to celebrate the New Year in your country?
- How do most people celebrate New Year in your country?
- Why do people think New Year is a new beginning?
- How important is celebrating New Year in your country?
- What is your opinion on having to work on New Year's Day?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-06-22
- 2021-06-02
- 2021-05-14
- 2021-04-26
- 2021-04-06
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