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April 2016

IELTS test in Canada – April 2016 (Academic Module)

An IELTS test taker from Canada remembered the following Writing and Speaking questions:

Writing testIELTS test in Canada

Writing task 1 (a report)

We were given two pie charts showing the percentages of energy produced from different resources such as natural gas, coal and so on, in one country over a period time. We had to summarize and describe them.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Some people believe that international trade and communication with other countries is a positive trend, while others think it is harmful to nations and they might lose their identities. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your own 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?
– What do you do?
– Where do you live now?
– Do you like to snack?
– Do you have snacks every day?
– What are your favorite snacks? Why?

Cue Card

Describe a situation when you have been waiting for a long time for something or somebody. Please say

– What was the situation?
– When and where was it?
– How did you feel about it?

Discussion

– Does waiting for a long time make you a little bit impatient?
– Do these situations make you apprehensive every time? Why?
– Do you have leisure time?
– What do you usually do during this time?
– Do you like spending you time at home or outside?

IELTS test in Qatar and Kuwait – April 2016 (General Training)

Thanks to Y and M, IELTS test takers from Qatar and Kuwait, we can share these recent Writing and Speaking questions:

Writing testIELTS test in Qatar

Writing task 1 (a letter)

Write a letter to your friend to inform him/her that one of your relatives is traveling to his/her country and say

– Describe your relative.
– Why is he traveling there?
– Why do you think they should meet?

Writing Task 2 (an essay)

Some people believe that anybody can be a teacher, if he is trained properly. Others think that there are some personal qualities a good teacher should have. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?

Speaking test

Interview

– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What kind of work do you do?
– Do you like shopping?
– How often do you go shopping? Why?

Cue Card 1

Describe a situation where you had to stop doing something because of bad weather. Please say

– What was the situation?
– When and where did it take place?
– Why did you decide to stop?

Cue Card 2

Talk about an item you purchased recently. Please say

– What is it?
– Where did you purchase it?
– What do you use it for?

Discussion

– How often do you use this item?
– Do you still like it?
– Would you recommend it to your friends?