IELTS speaking test part 1 usually lasts 4-5 minutes. Its core is a simple interview for test taker's basic information, such as home, town, study, or hobby. The candidate should tell personal information in a small talk style interview. Examiners control the talk, who actually has a script to follow.
The initial questions in IELTS speaking test part 1 includes:
- Your full name
- Your identification
- Simple problems about yourself, like your hometown, your family
- If you are working: what your job is, why you chose it, questions about co-workers
- If you are studying: what subjects, why you chose them, if you enjoy them and why
In speaking part 1, test-takers will also be asked questions on two or three topics, such as family, travel, food preference, and national festival.
Part 1 always starts with primary information, so it is the most natural part of the IELTS speaking test. This part is very critical for candidates who are aiming to get mark 4-5. Meanwhile, high score hunters have to use it to impress examiners so that they have a chance to challenge difficult questions in Part 2/3.
To familiarize yourself with common topics is the best way to prepare IELTS speaking Part 1 because examiners use a script list to drive the test and the list updates per 3 or 4 months. The recent topics have more chances to be repeated soon.
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IELTS Speaking Questions Here we provide some new samples of IELTS speaking Part 1 to prepare and exercise.
No: 1 2021-04-29: Part 1
Topic: FARMING - This part of the test begins with the examiner introducing himself or herself and checking the candidate’s identification. It then continues as an interview.
- 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:- 2021-04-12
- 2021-03-18
- 2021-02-25
- 2021-01-20
- 2021-01-07
Vocabulary: Farming No: 2 2021-04-27: Part 1
Topic: CELEBRITY - This part of the test begins with the examiner introducing himself or herself and checking the candidate’s identification. It then continues as an interview.
- What kind of people are celebrities in your country?
- Who is your favorite celebrity in your country?
- Have you ever seen a celebrity in real life?
- Why do you want to meet a famous person?
- How do celebrities influence their fans in your country?
- Do you like any foreign celebrities?
- Would you like to be a celebrity?
Recent Tests:- 2021-04-05
- 2021-03-23
- 2021-03-01
- 2021-02-01
- 2020-11-23
Vocabulary: Celebrity No: 3 2021-04-27: Part 1
Topic: HURRY - This part of the test begins with the examiner introducing himself or herself and checking the candidate’s identification. It then continues as an interview.
- Do you like to be in a hurry?
- Do you like to finish things quickly?
- Do you usually go out in a hurry?
- When was the last time you did something in a hurry?
- What kind of things would you never do in a hurry?
- What do you always do in a hurry? Why?
- Why do people make mistakes more easily when they are in a hurry?
Recent Tests:- 2021-04-01
- 2021-03-09
- 2021-02-19
- 2021-01-27
- 2020-12-07
Vocabulary: Hurry No: 4 2021-04-27: Part 1
Topic: LIVING - This part of the test begins with the examiner introducing himself or herself and checking the candidate’s identification. It then continues as an interview.
- 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:- 2021-04-15
- 2021-04-05
- 2021-03-23
- 2021-03-11
- 2021-03-01
Vocabulary: Living No: 5 2021-04-26: Part 1
Topic: HOME - This part of the test begins with the examiner introducing himself or herself and checking the candidate’s identification. It then continues as an interview.
- 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:- 2021-04-12
- 2021-04-01
- 2021-03-22
- 2021-03-09
- 2021-02-26
Vocabulary: Home No: 6 2021-04-26: Part 1
Topic: LIST - This part of the test begins with the examiner introducing himself or herself and checking the candidate’s identification. It then continues as an interview.
- Do you make a list before going shopping? Why?
- Why is it important to make a shopping list?
- Do you think it is a good idea to use lists at home or 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:- 2021-04-05
- 2021-03-11
- 2021-02-22
- 2021-01-19
- 2020-12-02
Vocabulary: List No: 7 2021-04-26: Part 1
Topic: NEW YEAR - This part of the test begins with the examiner introducing himself or herself and checking the candidate’s identification. It then continues as an interview.
- 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:- 2021-04-06
- 2021-03-11
- 2021-02-19
- 2021-01-27
- 2021-01-08
Vocabulary: New Year No: 8 2021-04-26: Part 1
Topic: SPORTS - This part of the test begins with the examiner introducing himself or herself and checking the candidate’s identification. It then continues as an interview.
- Do you like sports?
- What is your favorite sport?
- What kind of sports did you play as a child?
- Do you prefer team sports or individual sports?
- How do most people in your country keep fit?
- Would you like to go to the Olympic Games?
- Are you a fan of any sports teams? Why?
- What kind of sports is popular in your country?
Recent Tests:- 2021-04-01
- 2021-03-08
- 2021-02-19
- 2020-12-28
- 2019-04-06
Vocabulary: Sports No: 9 2021-04-23: Part 1
Topic: READING - This part of the test begins with the examiner introducing himself or herself and checking the candidate’s identification. It then continues as an interview.
- Do you like reading?
- Do you like to read at home or in other places?
- Do you like to read by yourself or with other people?
- Do you usually read for leisure or work purposes?
- Have you had family members with reading habits?
- What was your favorite book or story when you were a child?
- Do you think it is important that children read regularly?
Recent Tests:- 2021-04-01
- 2021-03-08
- 2021-02-15
- 2021-02-01
- 2021-01-12
Vocabulary: Reading No: 10 2021-04-19: Part 1
Topic: DECORATION - This part of the test begins with the examiner introducing himself or herself and checking the candidate’s identification. It then continues as an interview.
- 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:- 2021-03-29
- 2021-03-03
- 2021-02-15
- 2021-01-14
- 2021-01-07
Vocabulary: Decoration