New IELTS Speaking questions from Australia – August 2025
Many thanks to J.B. for sharing the Speaking questions from his recent IELTS exam in Australia
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– Do you work or study?
– Can you describe the house you live in?
– What would you like to change about your house?
– What do you usually do in your free time?
– Do you think it’s important to have a lot of free time? Why or why not?
– Did you have much free time when you were a child? How did you spend it?
– Would you describe yourself as a patient person? Why or why not?
– How does patience help in daily life?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Describe a conversation you remember clearly. You should say:
– who you had the conversation with
– what the conversation was about
– when and where it took place
and explain why you remember it so well.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– Is body language an important part of communication?
– How do you communicate with someone who doesn’t show emotions?
– What skills are needed to communicate effectively with people?
– Do you think communication skills are natural, or can they be learned?
– Has the internet improved the way people communicate with each other?
– What are some negative effects of online communication compared to face-to-face interaction?
