An IELTS test taker from the USA (thanks, P!) shared the following topics after a recent exam:
Listening test
Section 1. A discussion about holidays between two friends.
Section 2,3,4. Don’t remember.
Reading test
Passage 1. About the history of Europe and the colonisation of America following the discovery made by Columbus.
Passage 2. About companies, society and the government’s attitude.
Passage 3. About health and medical help.
Writing test
Writing task 1 (a report)
We were given a chart showing the process of smoking food. It was also explaining what food is healthy and how to preserve it for longer.
Writing task 2 (an essay)
Some people believe that the radio is the best way to get news, while others believe that TV is better for this purpose. Discus both views and give your opinion.
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– Do you live in a house or an apartment?
– What kind of house is it?
– Do you like living there? Why?
– How many hours do you sleep a day?
– How was your sleep when you were young?
– Do you like reading?
– Do you usually read before going to sleep? Why?
Cue Card
Describe a toy that was special to you as a child. Please say
– What was the toy?
– Who gave it to you and when?
– How did you use to play with it?
Discussion
– Do you still have that toy?
– Do you think toys are important for children?
– What is the difference between toys at different ages of children?
– What is better in your opinion: electronic or simple soft toys?
– Do you think children should play with the same toys as other kids?