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August 2011

IELTS test in Tokyo, Japan – August 2011 (Academic Module)

The IELTS exam below was shared by our Japanese friend M from Tokyo. He did a great job and managed to remember almost all of it, except for the Listening.

Reading test

Passage 1. About a psychological problem with choice. The more choice people have, the more uncomfortable they tend to feel, because they have to consider many factors to make the best decision.

Passage 2. About the history and value of tulips (bulbs and flowers) in the Netherlands.

Passage 3. About biochemistry and the technology needed to modify human sense of taste and underlying mechanisms using G protein and AMP.

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

We were given a bar chart showing the number of part-time and full-time students in the UK over few years with separation of male and female students.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Some people believe that governments should ban dangerous sports. Others claim that they should have freedom to choose their favorite activities. Discuss both views and present your opinion.

Speaking test

Interview

– Talk about the place you live in.
– What do you like or dislike about your home?
– What is your favorite room?
– Are there any possible improvements that can be done in your home?
– What TV programs do you like the most?
– What TV programs did you like in your childhood?

Cue Card

Talk about an unusual experience you’ve had recently.

Discussion

– Let’s talk about photography. Do you like to take pictures?
– How often do you do it?
– What is your favorite type of photography?
– Is it common to take photos for people in your country?
– Does it vary for men and women?
– Do you prefer to buy pictures or postcards when you visit a place or to take a few photos of it?
– What are popular pastimes in your country?
– Are they different for men and women?
– Do men have more free time than women?
– Do you think the amount of free time has changed compared to your parents’ generation?

IELTS test in Australia and Indonesia – July 2011 (General Training)

Below are the questions and topics shared by our friends S and D, from Australia and Indonesia. According to them the two exams were the same (with the exception of speaking, of course).

Listening test

Section 1. Registering for IT exhibition in Toronto, Canada.

Section 2. About a holiday resort in Queensland.

Section 3. A student who had an accident was trying to get some advice on how he can do his school activities.

Section 4. About the correlation between agriculture and economic growth of Indonesia.

Reading test

Passage1. About the procedure of buying a new or used car in England.

Section 2. Matching some kinds of apartments or units advertised in newspapers.

Section 3. About safety at workplace and what to do in order to minimize injuries or back pain.

Section 4. About the procedure of hiring new employees.

Section 5. The history and use of peppercorn and its contribution to the medical science and economy in general.

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a letter)

Your friend would like to put together an international food book. Write a letter to him/her and describe a dish that you tried recently. Please say

– What was that dish?
– When and where have you eaten it?
– Suggest your friend to include the recipe of that dish in his/her book.

Writing Task 2 (an essay)

All high or secondary school students should be taught how to manage money, because it is an important life skill. Do you agree or disagree?

Speaking test

Interview

– What is your full name?
– How do you prefer to be called?
– Are you a student?
– Why did you choose this subject?
– What do you like the most about this subject?
– Do people believe in numbers in your country?
– Do you believe in numbers?
– Do you collect coins?
– What are the characteristics of a good leader?
– Do you think you are a good leader?

Cue Card

Talk about your friend. Please say:

– When and where have you met him/her?
– What do others think of your friend?
– What do you like the most about your friend?
– What are the good qualities of your friend?

Discussion

– Why do you think others will follow your friend?
– Do you think your friend is a good leader?
– In your tradition, who will act as a leader in a family?
– Why does he/she act as a leader?
– In your country, will the leader co-operate with family members?
– Who will make decisions?
– When making decisions, will he/she discuss them first with family?
– Do family members usually support the leader?
– Do you think in the future leaders will take the position as decision makers?