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IELTS 2020 Speaking Questions
We 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.
Our main job is to merge duplicated questions and revise obvious errors before showing them. Please don't assume them as real IELSE speaking questions. They are to help candidates mock speaking test scenarios and prepare answers.
Test takers can use this resource to familiarize questions and topics before own IELTS speaking test. We list contents in 2 categories: Recent 60 Questions and 2019-2020 Questions, and the latter has more than 500 questions that only VIP users can access.
These questions are useful samples to prepare IELTS speaking test. We combine similar topics and provide vocabularies for some hot topics. Mainly, we focus on the latest questions, whose topics usually reoccur shortly.
Do you want to share exam experiences with us? (My Experience) Visitors' contributions are the core of the page, and are making our community stronger and stronger.
Our main job is to merge duplicated questions and revise obvious errors before showing them. Please don't assume them as real IELSE speaking questions. They are to help candidates mock speaking test scenarios and prepare answers.
Test takers can use this resource to familiarize questions and topics before own IELTS speaking test. We list contents in 2 categories: Recent 60 Questions and 2019-2020 Questions, and the latter has more than 500 questions that only VIP users can access.
These questions are useful samples to prepare IELTS speaking test. We combine similar topics and provide vocabularies for some hot topics. Mainly, we focus on the latest questions, whose topics usually reoccur shortly.
Do you want to share exam experiences with us? (My Experience) Visitors' contributions are the core of the page, and are making our community stronger and stronger.
IELTS Speaking Test: Recent 60 Questions
2020-01-13: Part 1
- Why did you choose this job?
- Why is your job important to you?
- What are your responsibilities at work?
- Is your work interesting? Why?
- Do you think it is important to spend time with your colleagues/clients?
- What is more important at work place, people you work with, or environment?
- What are the ways you can improve your skills at work?
- What would you change about your job?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-04
- 2020-01-03
- 2019-12-17
- 2019-12-14
- 2019-12-07
2020-01-13: Part 1
- Do you like perfumes?
- Do you have a favourite perfume?
- Is there a special brand of perfume you like?
- Have you bought yourself a bottle of perfume?
- Have you ever bought a perfume as a gift?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-11
- 2019-12-11
- 2019-12-07
- 2019-12-02
- 2019-11-13
2020-01-13: Part 1
- What weather do you like?
- Does the weather in your country change often?
- Do you work better in cold or hot weather?
- Does weather affect your study or work habits?
- In the future, would you like to experience another country’s weather?
- How many seasons are there in your place?
- Do you prefer wet season?
- What do you do in your spare time in that season?
Recent Tests:
- 2019-12-07
- 2019-11-28
- 2019-10-26
- 2019-10-20
- 2019-10-17
2020-01-13: Part 1
- Is there good scenery in your hometown?
- How would you try to live in a house with beautiful scenery?
- Do you think people enjoy taking pictures of beautiful scenery? Why?
- When you travel, do you like to live in hotels with scenic views?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-03
2020-01-13: Part 1
- Do you bake?
- Do you like having dessert?
- Do you like eating cakes?
- Have you ever made any cakes?
- Are there many sweet foods in your country?
- In your culture, do you like eating cakes in festivals?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-04
2020-01-13: Part 1
- Do you like running?
- How often do you do running exercise?
- Where do usually go for running?
- Do you have long-distance running?
- Do you think running is a good way to stay healthy?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-07
- 2020-01-06
2020-01-13: Part 1
- Do you like tea or coffee? Why?
- Do people drink a lot of tea and coffee in your country?
- Do you often go out for tea or coffee?
- What do you offer to your guests at home?
- Do you remember the first time you drank tea or coffee?
- In your country, what do you offer to the guests, tea or coffee?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-06
- 2019-12-20
- 2019-12-04
- 2019-11-27
- 2019-11-23
2020-01-13: Part 2
Describe a uniform (school or company) you once wore.
You should say:
You should say:
- when you wear it
- who bought it for you
- what it looks like
- and explain how you feel about it.
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-11
- 2020-01-02
2020-01-13: Part 2
Talk about a time when you were with people and you got bored.
You should say:
You should say:
- what happened
- who you were there with
- and explain why you felt bored.
Recent Tests:
- 2019-12-28
- 2019-11-08
- 2019-10-12
- 2019-09-02
2020-01-13: Part 2
Talk about a singer or music band you know.
You should say:
You should say:
- who he is
- where you met him
- why he is your favorite.
Recent Tests:
- 2019-10-11
- 2019-09-15
- 2019-08-12
- 2019-06-23
- 2019-06-20
2020-01-13: Part 3
- On what occasion should people wear uniforms?
- Do you think it is important for students to wear school uniforms?
- What is the significance of uniforms in work, like in airlines or other workplaces?
- Should companies ask for employees’ opinions about the design of uniforms?
- Can people tell a person’s personality by his/her clothes? Why?
- What do you think about high-end brands?
- Does people buy the high-end brands mean they always live a high quality life?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-11
- 2020-01-02
2020-01-13: Part 3
- What kind of jobs is boring?
- Why do some people stay in boring jobs?
- What can people do to stop feeling boring?
- Do you think technology product can make the life more interesting? Why?
- Do technology made life good or worst? Why?
- Do you think robots are stealing our jobs?
- Can robots replace human workers? Why?
Recent Tests:
- 2019-12-28
- 2019-11-08
- 2019-10-12
- 2019-09-02
2020-01-13: Part 3
- Do you think everybody should learn singing?
- Is music an important subject at school in your country? Why?
- What kind of music do people usually listen in your country?
- Do you think music has an effect on people’s lives? Why?
- Which is more important to be a great musician, voice or coach?
- How different is music now when compared to the past?
- How will music evolve in future?
Recent Tests:
- 2019-10-11
- 2019-09-15
- 2019-08-12
- 2019-06-23
- 2019-06-20
2020-01-12: Part 1
- Do you like your hometown? Why?
- How long have you been living in your hometown?
- What is special about your hometown?
- What did you like about your hometown when you were a child?
- Is there anything you don’t like about your hometown?
- What changes would you like to have in the future?
- Will you continue to live there in future?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-08
- 2020-01-06
- 2019-12-27
- 2019-12-06
- 2019-11-15
2020-01-12: Part 1
- Have you done water sports?
- What water sports do you like doing?
- Are water sports popular in your country?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-01
2020-01-12: Part 1
- How often do you take a break when you are studying or working?
- Do you prefer to have a long or short break?
- Do you think having a break is important for you?
- Why do people need to take breaks?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-06
2020-01-12: Part 1
- Do you like wearing jeans? Why?
- How often do you wear jeans?
- Do you wear jeans at your workplace?
- Do you prefer to wear brands jeans?
- How much do you spend on jeans?
- Why are jeans popular all over the world?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-04
- 2019-12-20
- 2019-12-10
- 2019-12-07
- 2019-11-22
2020-01-12: Part 2
Describe a performance you enjoyed watching.
You should say:
You should say:
- What kind of performance it was
- When and where you saw it
- Who you saw it with
- Who the performers were
- And explain why you attended this performance.
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-07
2020-01-12: Part 2
Describe a picture or photograph you like in your room.
You should say:
You should say:
- where it is
- where you got it
- how you got it
- And explain why you like it.
Recent Tests:
- 2019-11-23
- 2019-11-01
- 2019-10-13
- 2019-09-27
- 2019-09-09
2020-01-12: Part 3
- What is the difference between watching performance live and watching it on TV?
- Do you think people generally prefer to go to a concert or to listen to recordings of music?
- Is learning drama or dancing helpful for children? Why?
- Do you think art forms such as ballet and drama are important in life?
- Which do you prefer, traditional performance or concert?
- Should government provide financial support to promote traditional performance?
- Do you think the government has a responsibility to support cultural activities in society?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-07
2020-01-12: Part 3
- Do you think children should have art classes from the beginning?
- What are the benefits of learning painting for children?
- Do you think photography is a good profession?
- Why is art so expensive?
- What skills does a photographer/artist need?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of taking photos with smartphones?
- Do you think photographers are artists?
- Why do some artists become more famous than others?
Recent Tests:
- 2019-11-23
- 2019-11-01
- 2019-10-13
- 2019-09-27
- 2019-09-09
2020-01-11: Part 1
- Where do you study?
- Why did you choose that subject?
- Is there something that helps you to study efficiently?
- Who is more important for you, lecturers, or friends?
- What do you like the most about your studies?
- What facilities do university provide?
- Is there anything you want to change in your university?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-02
- 2019-12-21
- 2019-12-02
- 2019-11-27
- 2019-11-16
2020-01-11: Part 1
- How often do you visit parks?
- What do you do when you go to a park?
- Did you visit parks when you were a child?
- Do people in your area like these parks?
- Do you prefer parks with open or parks with leisure facilities?
- What do you want to improve at the parks in your hometown?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-02
- 2019-04-23
- 2019-04-12
- 2019-04-03
- 2019-03-27
2020-01-11: Part 1
- Do you manage your time?
- How do you manage your time?
- Are you good at managing your time?
- Do you like being kept busy?
- Are you ever late for anything?
- Do you think planning is important for time management?
- Do you think children should learn to manage time?
Recent Tests:
- 2019-10-26
- 2019-10-08
- 2019-09-21
- 2019-08-14
- 2019-07-23
2020-01-11: Part 1
- Which do you prefer to use, pen, or pencils?
- If someone gave you some pens or pencils, how would you feel?
- When was the last time you bought some pens or pencils?
- Do you usually use a pens or pencil for writing?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-06
2020-01-11: Part 1
- Are you good at numbers?
- Do you often use numbers to do something?
- What’s your favourite number? Why?
- Would you like to do jobs dealing with numbers in the future?
- Are you good at memorising number?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-08
- 2020-01-01
2020-01-11: Part 1
- Do you like math?
- What is the importance of learning mathematics?
- When did you start learning math?
- Is it your favorite subject?
- Do you use calculator for math?
- How do math skill help us in daily life?
- In your opinion, is it necessary to people nowadays to be good in mathematics?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-04
- 2019-12-07
- 2019-10-25
- 2019-10-18
- 2019-10-12
2020-01-11: Part 1
- Do you recycle stuff?
- How do you feel when you see trash lying on roads?
- Is it important to have recycle bins?
- Do you influence others to use recycle bins?
Recent Tests:
- 2019-12-14
- 2019-11-26
- 2019-11-09
- 2019-09-30
- 2019-09-24
2020-01-11: Part 1
- Where do you live, apartment, house, or flat?
- Why do you live in an apartment or house?
- How long have you lived there?
- Which is your favourite room? Why?
- Do you plan to move to another place in the future?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-07
- 2020-01-01
- 2019-12-22
- 2019-12-04
- 2019-11-28
2020-01-11: Part 1
- Do you like to spend time by yourself? why?
- What do you usually do when you spend time by yourself?
- Do you prefer spending time alone or with friends?
- Is it bad to spend a lot of time alone?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-03
- 2020-01-02
2020-01-11: Part 2
Describe an incident/situation when someone apologized to you.
You should say:
You should say:
- when this happened
- what happened
- who apologized to you
- and explain why they apologized to you.
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-01
2020-01-11: Part 2
Describe an article you read from internet or magazines about healthy life.
You should say:
You should say:
- what the article was about
- where you read it (which magazine or website)
- when you read it
- and explain what you learned from the article.
- Do you think articles about fitness are generally useful?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-01
2020-01-11: Part 2
Describe a time when you visited a park or garden.
You should say:
You should say:
- where the park is
- when you visit it
- what you did there
- And explain why you visited it.
Recent Tests:
- 2019-12-12
- 2019-12-06
- 2019-09-28
- 2019-09-01
- 2019-08-25
2020-01-11: Part 2
Describe a person who is often in the news, and who you would like to meet.
You should say:
You should say:
- who this person is
- how you know him/her
- why he/she is often in the news
- and explain why you would like to meet him/her.
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-03
2020-01-11: Part 2
Describe a change that can improve your local area.
You should say:
You should say:
- what it is
- how the change would work
- what kinds of problems the change will solve
- and describe how it would improve your local area.
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-01
2020-01-11: Part 2
Describe a time when you were excited.
You should say:
You should say:
- where you were
- when it was
- who you were with
- And explain why you were excited
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-02
2020-01-11: Part 3
- Do you think people are selfish? Why?
- Do you think it is important to be considerate of others? Why?
- Do you think people need to be considerate of others when they are speaking? Why?
- In what situations people need to make an apology?
- What kinds of people are more likely to say sorry?
- Would you like to make an apology if you had made a mistakes? Why?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-01
2020-01-11: Part 3
- Do you think that people follow up what they read about health on articles?
- Do you think is easier to live a healthy lifestyle now?
- How do people keep fit in your country?
- Do you think health services should be free?
- Do you think the government is responsible for public health?
- Do you think there are more unhealthy people these days than there were decades ago?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-01
2020-01-11: Part 3
- Do people often visit park nowadays?
- Do you think all age groups enjoy going to park?
- How important are parks or gardens in cities? Why?
- Nowadays most of the people are planting flowers or vegetables in their backyards. What is your opinion?
- Is it necessary to teach kids in school about the importance of environment?
- What steps should the government take to improve the awareness of environment among the citizens?
Recent Tests:
- 2019-12-12
- 2019-12-06
- 2019-09-28
- 2019-09-01
- 2019-08-25
2020-01-11: Part 3
- What kinds of celebrities that are always on the news?
- Are stories about celebrities in the news always true?
- Is news often about famous people? Why?
- Could superstar bring positive influence to the public?
- How does the way people receive news differ from 20 years ago?
- What are the differences between news in the past and news now?
- Do you think it’s necessary for people to watch foreign news? Why?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-03
2020-01-11: Part 3
- Do you think it is necessary to know all your neighbours?
- In what type of accommodation do you currently live? What do you love about it?
- Do people in your country like living in a community?
- Why are people living in a community-friendly with others?
- What are the popular activities in a community?
- Where do people in a community usually have a social gathering?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-01
2020-01-11: Part 3
- What personal events do people usually celebrate?
- How do people celebrate their personal events?
- Do you think people should spend much money on party? Why?
- Is there any special private event that well-prepared in your country? What is that?
- Is there any special public event that well-prepared in your country? What is that?
- Do you think it is necessary to spend a lot of money on celebrations in a country?
- Is it okay if companies become the sponsor of public events? Why?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-02
2020-01-10: Part 1
- When do you need to be focused?
- Can you do two different work at one time?
- Can you concentrate on work during noise?
- Why is concentration necessary?
- Why do you find it so hard to concentrate?
- How can you improve your concentration?
Recent Tests:
- 2019-12-28
- 2019-12-10
- 2019-12-06
- 2019-11-22
- 2019-11-05
2020-01-10: Part 2
Describe a challenge you faced recently.
You should say:
You should say:
- what it was
- when you met it
- where you met it
- And explain how you overcome that challenge.
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-02
2020-01-10: Part 3
- What challenges the world face currently?
- Do you think science can help overcome the challenges?
- Do you think parents should give kids challenges?
- What challenges do you think children might have to face up to?
- Can parents reduce the challenges that kids have? Why?
- Do you think it is necessary to challenge yourself, pushing the boundaries and getting out of your comfort zone?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-02
2020-01-08: Part 1
- Do you like science class?
- Did you have a science class in primary school or high school?
- Do you think science classes are important?
- What kind of science did you do at school?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-01
2020-01-08: Part 1
- Do you like art?
- Did you have art classes when you were at school?
- Do you often visit art galleries?
- Do you have paintings in your room?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-04
2020-01-08: Part 1
- Do you always have this hairstyle?
- How often do you have your haircut?
- What’s your favourite hairstyle?
- Do you often change your hairstyle?
- Do you go to barber’s shop a lot?
- Will you colour your hair in future?
- Do you ever feel bad because of your hairstyle?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-06
- 2019-12-21
- 2019-11-15
- 2019-11-05
- 2019-10-21
2020-01-08: Part 1
- Do you like your voice?
- Did you have the same voice in your childhood?
- Does your voice match with any of your family members? Why?
- Do you think that your voice have been changed a lot during your life? Why?
- Have you ever listened to your own voice?
- Do you enjoy recording your voice and listening to it?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-01
- 2019-12-22
- 2019-12-21
- 2019-12-12
- 2019-11-25
2020-01-08: Part 2
Describe a situation when you helped someone in work or study.
- who you helped
- what you have done
- why you help him/her.
- Do you always help your family members or friends?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-06
- 2018-11-24 (Canada)
- 2018-11-10 (Italy)
- 2018-10-13 (Australia)
- 2018-09-03 (India)
2020-01-08: Part 2
Describe a family member you spend most time with.
You should say:
You should say:
- Who this person is
- What kind of person he/she is
- What you usually do together
- And explain why you spend most time with him/her.
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-01
2020-01-08: Part 2
Describe a time when you did not tell a friend the truth.
You should say:
You should say:
- When it was
- Who you did not tell the truth to
- Why you did not tell the truth
- And explain how you felt about it.
Recent Tests:
- 2019-11-29
- 2019-11-05
- 2019-09-26
- 2019-09-06
2020-01-08: Part 3
- In general, why do people help others?
- Is it important to help people who need help? Why?
- What is quality required for being a leader?
- How’s important for doing as a team work?
- What kinds of advice should parents give to their children?
- Should parents make decisions for their children?
- Can children provide any advice for their parents?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-06
- 2018-11-24 (Canada)
- 2018-11-10 (Italy)
- 2018-10-13 (Australia)
- 2018-09-03 (India)
2020-01-08: Part 3
- Do you think how many generations can live in one family?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages?
- What are the responsibilities of men and women for their children?
- Which do you prefer: support from family members or friends? Why?
- Is it important to visit family members? Why?
Recent Tests:
- 2020-01-01
2020-01-08: Part 3
- Do you think mutual trust between friends is important?
- Do you think people need to tell the truth all the time?
- Do successful people always speak truth?
- In what kind of situations should people not tell the truth?
- What's a situation where a person would prefer you to lie rather than tell the truth?
- Why do children tell lies?
- What should parents do if their children tell lies?
- What the difference between lie of adults and children?
Recent Tests:
- 2019-11-29
- 2019-11-05
- 2019-09-26
- 2019-09-06
2020-01-07: Part 1
- Do you like to read?
- What type of books do you read?
- Do you read books related to your profession?
- Did you like to read in your younger days?
- Would you like to write a book in the future?
Recent Tests:
- 2019-12-12
- 2019-12-07
- 2019-11-10
- 2019-09-14
- 2019-08-23
2020-01-07: Part 1
- Are you the kind of person who makes people laugh?
- When was the last time you had a big laugh?
- Do you like watching films or TV programs that make people laugh?
- Do you usually make your friends laugh?
- Do you think it is important that you and your friends feel funny about the same things?
2020-01-07: Part 1
- Do you like to go to countryside? Why?
- Have you ever lived in countryside?
- Will you live in the countryside in the future?
- Do you enjoy living in the countryside?
- What do you usually do when you go there?
Recent Tests:
- 2019-12-27
- 2019-11-09
- 2019-09-28
- 2019-09-12
2020-01-07: Part 1
- What language do you speak?
- Is it common language in your country?
- How many languages do you speak?
- Would you learn any other language? Why?
- Do you think it is difficult to learn a new language?
- Do you think it is difficult to learn English?
Recent Tests:
- 2019-12-14
- 2019-12-02
- 2019-11-30
- 2019-11-04
- 2019-10-08
2020-01-07: Part 2
Describe a crowded place you’ve been to.
You should say:
You should say:
- when you went there
- where the place was
- who you went there with
- and explain how you felt about the place.
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