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May 2012

IELTS Speaking test in India – April 2012

The speaking questions below were shared by A (thank you!) whose IELTS exam was in India.

Speaking testIELTS test in India

Interview

– Do you study or work?
– What subjects did you study at college?
– Are other students from your country interested in the same course?
– Is your city noisy?
– What kind of noise do you like?
– Does noise affect your work efficiency?
– How were you as a child?
– Have you had a hobby as a child?
– Do you spend time with kids these days?

Cue Card

Talk about a family photograph. Please say

– Who is on that photograph?
– Who took the photo?
– Why do you consider it memorable?

Discussion

– Do you still take photos?
– Do you think photography is an art?
– Some photographs are considered to be works of art, what do you think?
– How does media use photographs?
– Would you agree that media can make or break famous people’s reputation?

IELTS test in Poland – April 2012 (General Training)

The IELTS exam topics you’re about to read were shared by our kind friend K from Poland (thank you!)

Listening test IELTS test in Poland

Section 1. A lady was calling a gym to ask about membership options.

Section 2. A discussion about studying tourism.

Section 3. Don’t remember.

Section 4. A story about swimming pools and swimming techniques.

Reading test

Passage 1. Kindergarten offers.

Passage 2. Doctor’s appointment.

Passage 3. Don’t remember.

Passage 4. About the movie industry.

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a letter)

You have attended a course in college. The teacher was very helpful, however you are not satisfied with the college facilities. Write a letter to explain about the problems you have faced and provide suggestions for improvement.

Writing Task 2 (an essay)

Some people think that spending a lot on holding wedding parties, birthday parties and other celebrations is just a waste of money. Others, however, think that these are necessary for individuals and the society. Discuss both views and give you opinion.

Speaking test

Interview

– What is your full name?
– Tell me about your home.
– What would your dream home look like?
– Do you like having guests?
– What do you prefer: being a host or a guest?
– Do you like walking?
– Where are you walking?
– Will you continue walking in the future?

Cue Card

Talk about a letter you received recently. Please say

– Who was it from?
– What did it say?
– How did you feel about it?

Discussion

What are the advantages and disadvantages of emails and letters?