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IELTS 2021 Speaking Questions
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IELTS Speaking Test: Recent 60 Questions
2021-01-19: Part 1
- Where are you living now?
- Do you like the area that you live in?
- What do you like most about where you live?
- What is the neighborhood like where you live?
- 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:
- 2021-01-13
- 2021-01-08
- 2021-01-05
- 2020-12-26
- 2020-12-04
2021-01-19: Part 1
- Do you make a list before going shopping? Why?
- Why is it important to make a shopping list?
- Do you make a list of your work? Does it work?
- Why don't some people like making lists?
- Do you prefer using a piece of paper or making a list on your phone?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-01-07
- 2020-12-02
- 2020-11-06
- 2020-10-21
- 2020-10-08
2021-01-19: Part 1
- What kind of TV programs do you like?
- What's your favorite TV program?
- Do you often watch programs on TV or 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:
- 2021-01-08
2021-01-19: Part 2
Describe a time when you advise someone.
You should say:
You should say:
- who the person is
- what the advice you gave
- what the person did after receiving your advice.
- Do you think you gave the correct advice?
Recent Tests:
- 2019-08-17
- 2019-07-27
- 2019-07-06
- 2019-07-02
- 2019-06-12
2021-01-19: Part 2
Describe a time when you tried a new food for the first time.
You should say:
You should say:
- what you ate
- Where you ate it
- What it tasted like
- And explain whether or not you liked this food.
2021-01-19: Part 3
- Do you usually advise others? Why?
- Do you usually take advice from others? Why?
- Do teenagers take the advice seriously? Why?
- Why do people seek advice from professionals?
- Will people continue to seek advice from professionals in the future? Why?
- What type of advice do people usually seek?
- Is it good to ask for advice from strangers online?
- What are the personalities of people whose job is to advise others?
- What are the problems if you ask too many people for advice?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-01-06
- 2019-08-17
- 2019-07-27
- 2019-07-06
- 2019-07-02
2021-01-19: Part 3
- What are foreign foods top-rated in your country?
- What are young people’s opinions on new food?
- Why do people prefer their local food?
- What factors influence people's food choices?
- Do you think teachers or parents are responsible for teaching kids about food?
2021-01-18: 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:
- 2021-01-11
- 2020-12-28
- 2020-12-07
- 2020-11-20
- 2020-11-11
2021-01-18: Part 1
- Do you have a lot of furniture in your home?
- Do you have any wooden furniture?
- Has anyone bought a piece of furniture for you?
- What kind of furniture would you like to buy?
- Which furniture in your home do you like the best?
- Are you planning to buy any furniture this year?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-01-06
- 2020-12-17
- 2020-11-11
- 2020-10-20
- 2020-09-29
2021-01-18: 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:
- 2021-01-04
2021-01-18: Part 2
Describe a famous person you are interested in.
You should say:
You should say:
- who he/she is
- how you knew about him/her
- what he/she was like before he/she became famous
- and explain why you are interested in him/her.
2021-01-18: 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.
2021-01-18: Part 2
Describe a time when you received good news.
You should say:
You should say:
- what it was about
- when you received it
- how you received it
- and say why you think it is good news.
Recent Tests:
- 2020-11-18
- 2020-10-05
- 2020-09-02
2021-01-18: Part 3
- What kinds of celebrities are there in your country?
- What are the differences between famous people today and those in the past?
- Do you think famous people are necessarily good in their fields?
- Do you think the media pay too much attention to celebrities?
- Are celebrities an inspiration to the younger generation?
- Why is it easier for youth to follow celebrities?
2021-01-18: 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?
2021-01-18: Part 3
- How do most people learn about news in your country?
- What is the impact of social media becoming the main source of news online?
- What's your opinion on people sharing good news on social media?
- What do you think of fake news on social media?
- What kind of good news do young people often receive?
- Do you think the Internet influences the types of news stories people hear about? Why?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-11-18
- 2020-10-05
- 2020-09-02
2021-01-15: 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:
- 2021-01-06
- 2020-12-17
- 2020-11-30
- 2020-11-13
- 2020-11-05
2021-01-15: Part 1
- Have you ever gone to picnics?
- Do you enjoy a picnic?
- How frequently do you go out for picnics?
- Did you go on a picnic when you were a child?
- What kind of places do people choose as their picnic spots?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-12-28
- 2020-11-30
- 2020-11-02
- 2020-10-14
- 2020-09-30
2021-01-15: Part 1
- Do you like to try new activities? Why?
- What activities would you like to try?
- What activities did you do when you were a child?
- Do you like to try new activities alone or with friends?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-01-05
2021-01-15: Part 2
Describe a time you were pleased with your purchase.
You should say:
You should say:
- what it was
- where you bought it
- what it was for
- and explain why it made you happy.
2021-01-15: Part 2
Talk about a toy which you enjoyed the most in your childhood.
- What it was
- Where you got it
- Who you played with
- How you enjoyed playing with it.
Recent Tests:
- 2020-03-16
- 2020-03-07
- 2020-02-22
- 2020-01-11
- 2019-12-21
2021-01-15: Part 2
Describe a thing that is most important to your family.
You should say:
You should say:
- hat it is
- when your family had it
- how your family got it
- and explain why it is important for your family.
2021-01-15: Part 2
Describe your favorite weather.
You should say:
You should say:
- what kind of weather it is
- when this weather usually occurs
- what you usually do during this weather
- and explain why you like it.
2021-01-15: Part 3
- How often do people in your country/city go shopping?
- How do people normally shop?
- Why do some people like to go to big shopping malls and some like small shops?
- Why is online shopping more and more popular?
- Do you think online shopping will replace shopping in stores?
2021-01-15: Part 3
- Why do children like collecting toys?
- What is the difference between toys kids play with now and those they played with in the past?
- Do you think play is important for kids? Why?
- How do advertisements influence children?
- Should advertising aiming at kids be prohibited?
- How does a brand influence parents purchasing decisions?
- Do you think parents have a responsibility for selecting Internet games for children?
- Is there peer pressure among children to have the same toys or clothes as their friends?
- Do you think parents should buy more toys for their kids or spend more time with them?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-03-16
- 2020-03-07
- 2020-02-22
- 2020-01-11
- 2019-12-21
2021-01-15: Part 3
- What things will families normally keep?
- Are there any differences in the most important things for people of today and the past?
- What is the difference between what people cherish in the past and today?
- What kinds of things are kept in museums?
- What’s the influence of technology on museums?
2021-01-15: Part 3
- Should people check the weather forecast every day?
- What are people’s opinions on the weather forecasts?
- How does the weather influence people’s life?
- What do people wear in different weather?
- How many seasons are there in your country?
- Which festivals are related to the seasons in your country?
2021-01-14: 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:
- 2021-01-07
- 2020-12-20
- 2020-12-02
- 2020-11-16
- 2020-11-06
2021-01-14: Part 1
- Do you like texting?
- How often do you send text messages?
- Do you prefer sending or receiving messages?
- Have you ever received a confusing text message?
- Have you ever had difficulty replying?
- Is there any chance when texting someone is better than calling him?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-12-20
- 2020-11-20
- 2020-10-26
- 2020-10-08
- 2020-09-24
2021-01-14: Part 1
- What kind of decoration do you prefer?
- How is your home decorated?
- What is your favorite color when decorating your home?
- Do people in your country like redecorating their homes?
- What is the new decorating trend for this year?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-01-07
2021-01-14: Part 1
- Do you know the history of your country well?
- Which part of your country do you want to live in?
- What makes you feel proud of your country?
- Will you stay in your country in the future?
2021-01-14: Part 2
Describe a part of a city or town you enjoy spending time in.
You should say:
You should say:
- where it is
- what it is like
- what you do there
- and explain why you enjoy spending time there.
2021-01-14: 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 friend’s reaction was
- and explain why you think it was important to tell your friend the truth.
2021-01-14: Part 2
Describe a time when you got close to wild animals.
You should say:
You should say:
- where you were
- what the animals were doing
- who you were with
- and what your reaction was.
2021-01-14: Part 2
Describe a person who likes to express her/his feelings openly.
You should say:
You should say:
- who this person is
- how you knew this person
- why you think this person is very open
- and explain how you feel about this person.
Recent Tests:
- 2020-12-02
- 2020-10-12
- 2020-09-05
2021-01-14: Part 3
- Why do many young people like to go to public places?
- Which public places do older people usually go to?
- Do you think more people will move to cities in the future?
- Why do people who live in cities like public gardens?
- What changes are there in cities/towns?
2021-01-14: Part 3
- Do you think we should tell the truth at all times?
- 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(a white lie)?
- In what kind of situations should people not tell the truth?
- Are there any situations when it isn't polite, to tell the truth?
2021-01-14: Part 3
- Why are people keen on keeping pets?
- What are the differences between the animals in zoos and those in the wild?
- Why should the staffs in zoos teach the public about animals?
- Is it important to preserve wildlife?
- How saving wildlife benefit local people?
- What's the impact of population growth on wildlife?
2021-01-14: Part 3
- What makes a person easy to talk to?
- Why is it hard for some people to express their feelings?
- Why would people need to express their feelings?
- How can we learn to express our feelings?
- What's the difference between men and women in terms of showing feelings?
- How has the internet changed people's way of communication?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-12-02
- 2020-10-12
- 2020-09-05
2021-01-13: Part 1
- Are clothes important to you?
- What kind of clothes do you usually wear?
- What kind of clothes do you never wear?
- Do you ever wear the traditional clothes of your country?
- Where do you usually buy your clothes?
- Have you ever worn a uniform?
- Do most people in your country follow fashion?
- Do you wear the same style of clothes on weekdays and weekends?
- Can we judge a person's character by clothing? Why?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-12-26
- 2020-11-26
- 2020-10-30
- 2020-10-05
- 2018-11-12 (India)
2021-01-13: Part 1
- Do you think museums are important?
- Are there any museums in your hometown?
- Do you like to visit museums?
- Did you visit museums when you were a child?
- When was the last time you visited a museum?
2021-01-13: Part 1
- Is it important to be good at maths?
- At what age did you start learning about mathematics??
- Did you like learning maths when you were at school?
- Do you think maths is difficult?
- What can people do with maths in their daily life?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-08-25
- 2020-07-29
- 2020-06-26
- 2020-06-17
- 2020-04-18
2021-01-13: 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.
2021-01-13: Part 2
Describe an interesting conversation you had.
You should say:
You should say:
- who this person is
- what the conversation was about
- why you had this conversation
- and explain how you felt about it.
2021-01-13: Part 2
Describe a short trip that you often take but dislike.
You should say:
You should say:
- where are you go
- how often you do this
- when you do this
- and explain why you dislike it.
2021-01-13: 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?
2021-01-13: Part 3
- Today what is the most popular way to communicate?
- Do people communicate more when they talk face to face?
- Do you think nowadays texting is the most popular method of communication among young people?
- What conversations do young people normally have?
- Why do some people communicate more effectively than others?
- Do you think we need to be good at communication at work?
2021-01-13: Part 3
- Do people in your country like to travel abroad?
- Is it good to travel internationally?
- Who prefers traveling abroad? The young or the old?
- Why is traveling abroad important for young people?
- Which is the better of knowing more about a country, traveling, or reading books about it?
- How much time do you think people should spend on a trip abroad?
2021-01-12: Part 1
- Where is your hometown?
- What is your hometown like?
- Do you like your hometown? Why?
- How long have you been living in your hometown?
- How could your hometown be improved?
- Has your hometown changed much since you were a child?
- Do you think your hometown is a good place to bring up children?
- Is there good public transportation in your hometown?
- Will you be moving away from your hometown?
Recent Tests:
- 2021-01-04
- 2020-12-14
- 2020-11-26
- 2020-10-29
- 2020-10-19
2021-01-12: Part 1
- How do you usually spend your weekends?
- Did you do anything special last weekend?
- What will you do next weekend?
- Which is your favorite part of the weekend?
- Do you think weekends are long enough?
- How important do you think it is to have free time at the weekends?
- In your hometown what do the people usually do on weekends?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-12-14
- 2020-11-23
- 2020-10-29
- 2020-10-15
- 2020-09-17
2021-01-12: Part 1
- Do you like reading?
- Do you like to read at home or in other places?
- In what places do you think it is difficult to read?
- Do you like to read by yourself or with other people?
2021-01-12: Part 1
- How do you remember people’s names?
- Do you often forget people’s names?
- Is it easy for you to remember people’s names?
- What do you do to remember a specific name?
- Does your name have any special meaning?
- How would you feel if others don't remember your name?
2021-01-12: Part 2
Describe a time that you needed to use imagination.
You should say:
You should say:
- when it was
- why you needed to use imagination
- what you imagined
- and explain how you felt about it.
2021-01-12: 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
2021-01-12: Part 2
Describe a time when you waited in line for a long time.
You should say:
You should say:
- when it was
- where you were
- why you were there
- and how you felt about it.
2021-01-12: Part 3
- Is imagination important to children?
- What subjects are helpful for children’s imagination?
- What kinds of jobs require imagination?
- Do you think imagination is essential for scientists?
2021-01-12: Part 3
- How do people in your country usually get news?
- Do you think people like using the internet to read news online?
- What kind of news is more popular, domestic news or international news?
- How important is it to know the international news?
- How has social media changed the way we share the news with other people?
2021-01-12: Part 3
- What can we do when waiting in line?
- How can we manage our time better?
- What do you think of those who cut in line or jump the queue?
- How can companies improve their customer service?
- Do you think the development of technology has reduced the time people spend waiting?
2021-01-11: Part 1
- Do you like the changes? Why?
- What do you plan to change next year?
- Are there any changes to your work?
- Have you changed a lot since your childhood?
- Are there any positive changes in your country these days?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-12-24
- 2020-11-12
- 2020-10-30
- 2020-10-06
- 2020-09-23
2021-01-11: Part 1
- Do you often get up early in the morning?
- What do you usually do when you get up early?
- Do you get up early on weekends?
- What kinds of people usually get up early? Why?
- What are the benefits of getting up early?
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