IELTS speaking test Part 2 is less than 2 minutes monologue. A candidate has one extra minute around to prepare. Usually, IELTS speaking Part 2 lasts 3-4 minutes. The speech is based on a given test card; a candidate can write down notes or critical points when preparing, then talks about the topic for one or two minutes as a final answer.
Here are some common questions among test cards:
- Describe a book, story, or movie which has impacted you very much.
- Describe a person you would like to meet with or talk to, explain why you chose this person.
- Describe a difficult time in your life, your solution, and what you learned.
- Describe a place that is special for you and explain your reason.
We present some recent Part 2 and Part 3 samples with vocabulary group hints here. Also, we show new topics in "IELTS Speaking Topics" and maintain a list of "IELTS Speaking Questions," which are mainly from memories of test-takers.
IELTS Speaking Test & Topics IELTS Speaking QuestionsIELTS Speaking Part 2 isn't a real discussion. After getting the topic card from an examiner, you prepare and then speak alone; the examiner wouldn't interrupt your speaking. Unlike Part 1 and Part 3 that the examiner guides, Part 2 is by the candidate.
Because you can completely control the monologue, Part 2 would be an excellent opportunity to score up if you happen to prepare the topic in advance. Like Part 1, Part 2 is also fundamental to get a basic mark, e.g., 4-5. To get a better score, you must present an excellent speech to let the examiner believe that difficult questions are deserved to offer in Part 3.
IELTS speaking part 3 is a two-way discussion of 4-5 minutes, follows the topic of Part 2. It is driven by an examiner who prompts questions depending on your performance in preceded Part 1 and Part 2. The more questions to be asked, the better chance to get a high score.
To help familiarize and prepare IELTS speaking questions of Part 2 and 3, we collect ten pairs of Part 2 and 3 sample questions. Each pair has the same topic, Part 2 is the essential, and Part 3 is its extending questions.
No: 1 2021-04-27: Part 2
Topic: LANGUAGE - Candidate Task Card
You will have to talk about the topic for 1 to 2 minutes.
You have one minute to think about what you're going to say.
You can make some notes to help you if you wish. Describe the time when you first talked in a foreign language.
You should say:
- what language it was
- with whom you spoke
- what you said
- and explain how you felt about the conversation.
- 2021-03-29
- 2021-02-25
- 2021-01-22
- 2020-12-14
- 2020-10-22
Vocabulary: Language Timing Practice No: 1 2021-04-27: Part 3
Topic: LANGUAGE - Two-way Questions
- Why do people want to learn a foreign language?
- Do you think it is difficult to learn another language? Why?
- What is the best way to learn a language, through talking or writing?
- What could be the advantages of having a foreign language?
- Is it important to teach children foreign languages when they are little?
- At what age should children start learning a foreign language?
- Who do you think to learn a language faster, children or adults?
- Do you think minority languages will disappear?
Recent Tests:- 2021-03-29
- 2021-02-25
- 2021-01-22
- 2020-12-14
- 2020-10-22
Vocabulary: Language No: 2 2021-04-27: Part 2
Topic: SINGER,SINGING - Candidate Task Card
You will have to talk about the topic for 1 to 2 minutes.
You have one minute to think about what you're going to say.
You can make some notes to help you if you wish. Describe a singer that you like.
You should say:
- who this person is
- what type of songs he/she sings
- what type of people like to listen to his/her songs
- and explain why you like him/her.
- 2021-04-01
- 2021-03-05
- 2021-01-25
- 2021-01-06
Vocabulary: Singing Timing Practice No: 2 2021-04-27: Part 3
Topic: SINGER,SINGING - Two-way Questions
- Is music important to people your age in your country?
- How important is music for young people nowadays?
- What do you think about music education in your country?
- Do you think it is true that anyone can sing with the right training? Why?
- Is music from your country popular elsewhere?
- What do you think about the illegal downloading of music?
Recent Tests:- 2021-04-01
- 2021-03-05
- 2021-01-25
- 2021-01-06
Vocabulary: Singing No: 3 2021-04-23: Part 2
Topic: CELEBRITY - Candidate Task Card
You will have to talk about the topic for 1 to 2 minutes.
You have one minute to think about what you're going to say.
You can make some notes to help you if you wish. Describe a famous person you are interested in.
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.
- 2021-03-31
- 2021-02-25
- 2021-01-18
- 2021-01-06
Vocabulary: Celebrity Timing Practice No: 3 2019-12-07: Part 3
Topic: CELEBRITY - Two-way Questions
- Can celebrities have a positive influence on youth? How?
- What influences can famous people have on society?
- Why do businesses hire famous people?
- How do social media influence human behavior?
- What are the disadvantages of social media?
- Do you think a regular person can become famous online?
- How do YouTubers or bloggers influence teenagers?
- Can YouTubers or bloggers help to resolve global problems?
Recent Tests:- 2019-11-02
- 2019-09-30
- 2019-08-19
- 2019-07-27
- 2019-07-06
Vocabulary: Celebrity No: 4 2021-04-19: Part 2
Topic: AMBITION - Candidate Task Card
You will have to talk about the topic for 1 to 2 minutes.
You have one minute to think about what you're going to say.
You can make some notes to help you if you wish. Describe an ambition that you have had for a long time.
You should say:
- what it is
- what you did for it
- when you can achieve it
- and explain why this ambition is important to you.
- 2021-03-09
- 2021-01-27
- 2021-01-07
- 2020-12-20
- 2020-11-03
Vocabulary: Ambition Timing Practice No: 4 2021-04-19: Part 3
Topic: AMBITION - Two-way Questions
- Do you share your ambitions with others?
- How important are ambitions in your life and the lives of other young adults?
- What kind of ambitions do people have in your country?
- Do you think children should consult their parents before setting their goals?
- What can be the result of failures?
- Do you think without any ambition, our growth may come to a standstill? Why?
- Why do many people lose their ambition gradually as they grow up?
Recent Tests:- 2021-03-09
- 2021-01-27
- 2021-01-07
- 2020-12-20
- 2020-11-03
Vocabulary: Ambition No: 5 2021-04-19: Part 2
Topic: ANIMALS - Candidate Task Card
You will have to talk about the topic for 1 to 2 minutes.
You have one minute to think about what you're going to say.
You can make some notes to help you if you wish. Describe a time you were scared by an animal.
You should say:
- when it happened
- where it happened
- what animal it was
- and explain why you were scared.
- 2021-03-15
- 2021-02-08
- 2020-12-26
- 2020-11-06
- 2020-09-23
Vocabulary: Animals Timing Practice No: 5 2021-04-19: Part 3
Topic: ANIMALS - Two-way Questions
- Is it important for children to learn about animals?
- What is your opinion on keeping endangered animals in the zoo?
- What is your opinion on animals that are used for meat and other purposes?
- What can we do to protect rare species of animals?
- What should the government do to protect wildlife?
- How to stop humans from harming the environment?
Recent Tests:- 2021-03-15
- 2021-02-08
- 2020-12-26
- 2020-11-06
- 2020-09-23
Vocabulary: Animals No: 6 2021-04-19: Part 2
Topic: CHANGE - Candidate Task Card
You will have to talk about the topic for 1 to 2 minutes.
You have one minute to think about what you're going to say.
You can make some notes to help you if you wish. Describe a time when you changed your opinion.
You should say:
- when it was
- what the original opinion was
- why you changed it
- and explain how you felt about it.
- 2021-03-09
- 2021-01-15
- 2020-10-30
- 2020-09-18
- 2020-09-02
Vocabulary: Change Timing Practice No: 6 2021-04-19: Part 3
Topic: CHANGE - Two-way Questions
- When do people change opinions?
- What reasons do people change their opinions usually?
- Do you think famous people affect people of a certain age more than others?
- What reasons might people have for not wanting to give their opinions?
- Do you think social media is shaping up to our decisions?
- Who do people turn to for advice? Why?
Recent Tests:- 2021-03-09
- 2021-01-15
- 2020-10-30
- 2020-09-18
- 2020-09-02
Vocabulary: Change No: 7 2021-04-15: Part 2
Topic: CLOTHING - Candidate Task Card
You will have to talk about the topic for 1 to 2 minutes.
You have one minute to think about what you're going to say.
You can make some notes to help you if you wish. Describe a person who wears clothes that you think are unusual.
You should say:
- who this person is
- how you knew this person
- what clothing he/she wear
- and explain why you think his/her clothes are unusual.
- 2021-03-15
- 2021-02-01
- 2021-01-11
Vocabulary: Clothing Timing Practice No: 7 2021-03-15: Part 3
Topic: CLOTHING - Two-way Questions
- 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:- 2021-03-15
- 2021-02-01
- 2021-01-11
Vocabulary: Clothing No: 8 2021-04-13: Part 2
Topic: SPORTS - Candidate Task Card
You will have to talk about the topic for 1 to 2 minutes.
You have one minute to think about what you're going to say.
You can make some notes to help you if you wish. Describe a live sports match that you have watched.
You should say:
- what it was
- when you watched it
- why you watched it
- and how you felt about it.
- 2021-03-11
- 2021-01-29
- 2021-01-06
Vocabulary: Sports Timing Practice No: 8 2021-04-13: Part 3
Topic: SPORTS - Two-way Questions
- 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:- 2021-03-11
- 2021-01-29
- 2021-01-06
Vocabulary: Sports No: 9 2021-04-12: Part 2
Topic: HOME,LIVING - Candidate Task Card
You will have to talk about the topic for 1 to 2 minutes.
You have one minute to think about what you're going to say.
You can make some notes to help you if you wish. Describe a home that you visited but did not want to live in.
You should say:
- where it is
- what it is like
- why you visited it
- and explain why you would not like to live there.
- 2021-03-17
- 2021-02-15
- 2021-01-13
Vocabulary: Home Vocabulary: Living Timing Practice No: 9 2021-04-12: Part 3
Topic: HOME,LIVING - Two-way Questions
- 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?
Recent Tests:- 2021-03-17
- 2021-02-15
- 2021-01-13
Vocabulary: Home Vocabulary: Living No: 10 2021-04-12: Part 2
Topic: SCHOOL DAY - Candidate Task Card
You will have to talk about the topic for 1 to 2 minutes.
You have one minute to think about what you're going to say.
You can make some notes to help you if you wish. Describe your first day at school.
You should say:
- where it was?
- what happened?
- who else was with you?
- and explain how you felt on that day.
- 2021-03-15
- 2021-02-04
- 2021-01-11
Vocabulary: School day Timing Practice No: 10 2021-04-12: Part 3
Topic: SCHOOL DAY - Two-way Questions
- 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 the parents?
- How can children become more independent?
- How to teach kids to be more independent?
- What are the impacts of excessive interference with the child?
Recent Tests:- 2021-03-15
- 2021-02-04
- 2021-01-11
Vocabulary: School day