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November 2014

IELTS test in Canada – November 2014 (Academic Module)

Thanks to V who took the IELTS test in Canada we can share the topics from a recent exam:

Listening testIELTS test in Canada

Section 1. On how to organise a surprise party.

Section 2. About hotels reservation.

Section 3. Two students were discussing their thesis.

Section 4. Description of a new resort and its facilities.

Reading test

Passage 1. About graffiti.

Passage 2. About a father and son’s shipping company.

Passage 3. About home advantages in baseball, soccer and ice hockey.

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

We were given three pie charts showing the production, consumption and profits in the coffee industry.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

News / Media has an influence on our life and some people think it can have a negative effect. Do you agree or disagree? Give your own opinion.

Speaking test

Interview

– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– Where do you live now?
– Is this place safe for children?
– Can you read maps?
– How often do you use a map?
– What do you prefer, paper or electronic maps?

Cue Card

Talk about a family member with whom you like to spend time. Please say

– Who is he/she?
– Why do you like to spend time with him/her?
– How often do you meet?

Discussion

– What do you think about social media?
– What are its advantages and disadvantages?
– Do you believe in online friendship?
– Do you prefer to spend time with family or friends?

IELTS Speaking test in Bangalore, India – November 2014

The speaking questions below were shared by M who took the IELTS test in Bangalore, India.

Speaking testIELTS test in India

Interview

– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What work do you do?
– Do you like it? Why?
– Why did you choose this profession?
– How was your first day at work?
– Are you going to work there in the future?

Cue Card

Describe an indoor game that you enjoy playing in your free time. Please say

– What game is it?
– How did you learn to play it?
– Where do you usually play it?

Discussion

– Explain why you enjoy playing this game.
– What are the rules of the game?
– What other games are popular in your country?