IELTS Speaking Practise Test
Tips and Tricks for different question types & Answers Sheet IN End of Page
Introduction
The Speaking test comprises of 3 parts and is conducted by an examiner for 11-14 minutes. This test is similar to an interview and thus the emotions attached to the test is also similar – jitters,
scary, anxiety. This is where IELTS Speaking e-book comes in.
This e-book helps you to know the unfamiliar
Part – 1
Most of the part one questions are personal questions that the examiner will ask you to bring you into a comfort zone. These questions are sorted in terms of different topics.
Part – 2 & 3
Part – 2 consists of a cue card for which you will be given 1 minute to prepare and 2 minutes to talk. The questions in the cue card are addressed and a sample answer is given for the cue-card. Following the cue-card are part 3 questions. Part 3 of the speaking e-book consists of questions related to the cue card you will receive. And so, these questions are found with sample answers below the related cue-cards.
Vocabulary
Lexical resources is a factor of assessment during the speaking tests. So, below each of these topics, you will find a vocabulary section that contains wordsrelated to that particular topic along with examples.
Happy practising!
IELTS Speaking Practise Test
Holidays
Questions
- What public holidays do you have in your country?
- Which public holidays do you like the most?
- What was the best holiday of your life?
- Do you like to spend the holidays with your family or friends?
Sample Answers
- What public holidays do you have in your country?
- Well, Public holidays in Canada are also known as Statutory Holidays or stats holidays. There are several public holidays, to name a few are the New Year, Good Friday, Easter Monday, Victoria Day, Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day, Canada Day, Civic Holiday, Labour Day, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Thanksgiving Day, Remembrance Day, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day
Which public holidays do you like the most?
The obvious answer is Christmas as I get a chance to reunite with everyone in my family. Usually, my father invites a few friends and relatives to celebrate and enjoy each other’s company on Christmas day. Moreover, we give each other extravagant gifts and forget our differences. Thus, without a doubt, Christmas is a wonderful time of the year.
What was the best holiday of your life?
One of the best holidays of my life was when I visited the most exotic place, Maldives. I had a very exhilarating experience at the island, where I witnessed the spectacular sandy beaches, turquoise waters, and amazing views. In addition, I enjoyed snorkelling, surfing, and various other activities. Moreover, everyone I met on the island was very welcoming and hospitable. Overall, I had a very good time, and I made some amazing memories.
Do you like to spend the holidays with your family or friends?
Of course, I like to spend the holidays with my family and friends, but it depends on the type of holiday. That being said, if it’s a Christmas holiday, I’d spend it with my family, but if it’s a New Year party, I’d definitely spend and enjoy my time with my friends.
Vocabulary
Obvious – easily perceived or understood; clear, self-evident, or apparent.
Eg: It was obvious that the interview will be conducted online.
Extravagant – lacking restraint in spending money or using resources.
Eg: The event manager planned an extravagant outing for his clients.
Differences – a point or way in which people or things are dissimilar.
Eg: The couple couldn’t solve their differences, so they consulted a therapist.
Exotic – very different, strange, or unusual.
Eg: Bali is an exotic place for a vacation.
Hospitable – friendly and welcoming to visitors or guests.
Eg: The Vietnamese people were extremely humble and hospitable
Going out
Questions
Do you often go out in the evenings?
What do you like to do when you go out?
Do you prefer going out on your own with friends?
How often do you go out in a week?
Where do most young people like to go out in your country?
Sample Answers
Do you often go out in the evenings?
Since I work, I’m not free to go out in the evenings. But I make sure to take a short break in the evening and stroll in the office corridors with my colleagues.
What do you like to do when you go out?
I mostly like to watch movies with my friends and hang out with them in coffee shops. I also like to engage myself in various activities like paintball, blowing, and so on. Often when I am alone, I like to go to nearby parks and enjoy playing with kids.
Do you prefer going out on your own with friends?
I usually prefer to go out with friends. I like being in the company of my friends. We do various activities together and gain new experiences as a group. However, there are certain activities like going to painting workshops, where I normally go alone since none of my friends are interested in painting.
How often do you go out in a week?
During weekdays, I don’t go out often. But when I do, it is usually with my office colleagues or my family members, particularly when there is a special occasion in the family, like birthdays or anniversaries.
Where do most young people like to go out in your country?
Most young people like to go to the cinema to watch new movies or hang out with each other in coffee shops. They also enjoy participating in adventurous games such as bungee jumping, wallclimbing, ice skating, etc.
Vocabulary
Stroll (noun) – a short leisurely walk.
Eg: I was feeling tired, so I took a stroll around the building.
Workshops (noun) – a meeting at which a group of people engage in intensive discussion and activity on a particular subject or project.
Eg: Painting workshop will be held on 27th July.
Occasion (noun) – a particular event, or the time at which it takes place.
Eg: This is a happy occasion.
Engage (verb) – participate or become involved in.
Eg: “Please engage yourself in some activity”.
Hang out (verb) – to spend a lot of time in a place or with someone.
Eg: I don’t hang out with Erica anymore.