Our kind friend L shared the following Writing and Speaking questions from a recent IELTS exam in Australia:
Writing test
Writing task 1 (a letter)
You saw a column in the newspaper about your childhood friend. You would like to contact him/her. Write a letter to the editor of this newspaper asking for details about your friend. Please say
– Why do you want to contact him/her?
– Suggest how the editor can contact you.
Writing Task 2 (an essay)
Nowadays we see children spending lots of time playing games on computers or watching TV, instead of getting more quality time with their parents. What do you think are the reasons for it? What might be the results? Give your opinion and relevant examples.
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– Do you enjoy your work or not? Why?
– What kind of news interest you more: local or international?
– What source do you use (newspapers, radio, the Internet)?
Cue Card
Describe a piece of art that you know about. Please say
– What is it?
– How do know about it?
– Do you like it? Why?
Discussion
– Do you think younger generation is still interested in art?
– What kind of art forms are popular these days in your opinion?