September 2024

IELTS Speaking questions from India – September 2024

Recent IELTS exams

IELTS Speaking New Questions India September 2024

Thanks to the kind contribution by MK, here are the latest Speaking questions he was asked in his recent IELTS exam in India:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your full name?
– Where are you from?
– What do you do for a living?
– How did you choose your current job or profession?
– What do you enjoy most about your work?
– Are there any challenges you face in your job?
– Do you think you will continue working in this field in the future?
– How do you balance your work and personal life?
– If you could change one thing about your job, what would it be?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a new law you would like to introduce in your country. You should say

– what the law would be
– why you think this law is necessary
– whether or not it would be popular

and explain what the benefits of this new law would be.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Do you think it’s important to teach children about rules and laws? Why or why not?
– At what age do you think children should start learning about laws and rules, and why?
– Should it be compulsory for children to know the laws?
– How do you think children feel when they see someone breaking a rule or law?
– Should children be taught what to do if they see someone breaking the law?
– Should it be mandatory for schools to teach students about rules and laws? Why or why not?

5 serious mistakes in IELTS essay that come between you and Band 7+

These 5 mistakes stop people from reaching a Band 7. Can you see any of these in your writing?

1. Not paraphrasing the task statement

Rephrase the task question in your own words to demonstrate that you’ve understood it. Using synonyms and changing the sentence structure helps. For example, if the task says, “Some people believe that too much money is spent on protecting animals and their habitats. To what extent do you agree?” you could paraphrase it as “Many argue that wildlife protection is too costly”.

2. Not answering all parts of the question

The task often has multiple parts—make sure you address each one clearly. If you miss a part, you’ll lose marks for Task Response. For example, if the question asks about both the advantages and disadvantages of a topic, make sure you discuss both. Ignoring one part could cost you points.

3. Not starting every paragraph with a topic sentence

A topic sentence sets the tone for the paragraph and keeps it focused. Without it, your writing may lack direction. For example, if your paragraph is about the benefits of exercise, your topic sentence could be: “One major advantage of regular exercise is its positive impact on physical health.” This makes it clear what the paragraph will focus on.

4. Listing too many ideas, but not developing them

Instead of throwing out a bunch of ideas without much detail, practice in writing about two key points per paragraph, and back them up with explanations and examples. This adds depth to your argument.

5. Writing paragraphs that are too long or too short

Some students write huge paragraphs because they try to cram in too much information without breaking it up. Others just randomly divide their essay into very short ones because they don’t understand the purpose of paragraphing. Find a balance – each paragraph should focus on one main point with enough detail to explain it clearly.

Check your next essay for these 5 mistakes and rewrite it, if necessary – this is the fastest way to raise your score. It will put you on the right track to score a Band 7 or above!

Which of these mistakes can you find in your own essay? Let me know in the comments!