Our friend S recently took IELTS in India and remembered the following Writing and Speaking questions:
Writing test
Writing task 1 (a report)
We were given a table describing medical care in three European countries from 1980 to 2000. We had to write a report on it for a university lecturer, comparing the data where relevant.
Writing task 2 (an essay)
Nowadays many women are joining the police and military forces. However, some people believe that these jobs are not suitable for women. Discuss both views and 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?
– Can you describe your place?
– Is there anything special about your place? Why?
– Which room in the house do you like the most?
– What part of the day do you like the most?
– Why is it so?
– What do you usually do in that time?
– What do you hate to do in that time?
Cue Card
Describe an item of clothing that you received as a present. Please say
– What was it?
– Who gave it to you?
– What comments did you receive while wearing it?
Discussion
– Do you still have that piece of clothing?
– Do you think office dress code is necessary? Why?
– What kind of dresses do women wear in your country?
– Do you think that dressing up in offices is beneficial for workers?