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December 2015

IELTS test in Malaysia – November 2015 (Academic Module)

When T took the IELTS test in Malaysia, the following Writing and Speaking questions were asked:

Writing testIELTS test in Malaysia

Writing task 1 (a report)

We were given a table showing the percentage of GDP spent on the health sector in five different countries.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

In many countries an academic degree from a university is preferred to vocational training. Nevertheless, we should educate more people using vocational training. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? 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?
– Talk about your home as a child.
– What do you like the most in your home now?
– What are the favourite sports in your country? Why?
– Do you like to watch sports live or on TV? Why?
– What sports have you watched recently?
– What new sports would you like to learn? Why?

Cue Card

Talk about a photo or a picture that you like the most at home. Please say

– Why do you like it?
– When was it taken?
– Why is it important to you?

Discussion

– Lets talk about SMS (text messages) and missed calls.
– Do you prefer sending an SMS or talking to people?
– Do you leave a message if your call is not answered?
– How often do you talk to your friends?
– Lets talk about photography.
– Is it only a satisfying and well paid job?
– What is your opinion on people that like taking pictures of everything?
– On what occasions do you take photos?
– What are the advantages and disadvantages of having a camera in your mobile phone?

IELTS test in Canada – November 2015 (General Training)

Our friend R took the IELTS test in Canada and remembered the following Writing and Speaking questions:

Writing testIELTS test in Canada

Writing task 1 (a letter)

You have recently bought an airline ticket from a travel agency and unfortunately you are not able to fly on these dates. Write a letter to the travel agency manager to cancel the ticket. Explain in your letter

– What are the flight details?
– Why do you want to cancel it?
– What would you like him/her to do about it?

Writing Task 2 (an essay)

It is better to teach sports to young people at school as an alternative to playing computer games at home. Why is it important? Give your opinion and examples from your own experience.

Speaking test

Interview

– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What subject are you studying?

Cue Card

Describe an unforgettable occasion in your life. Please say

– What was it?
– When and where did it take place?
– How do you feel about it now?

Discussion

– Do you like teaching others? Why?
– Why do people often forget small things?
– What are the reasons for this?
– Do you forget things often? Why?
– How can we improve our memory?
– Give some examples how to remind yourself about things.