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IELTS Speaking test in Myanmar (Burma) – August 2016

IELTS Speaking test in Myanmar (Burma) – August 2016

Our friend E remembered the following questions after taking his IELTS exam in Myanmar:

Speaking testIELTS test in Myanmar (Burma)

Interview

– Do you work or study?
– Why did you choose this job?
– Do you enjoy studying alone or with friends?
– Do you like advertisements?
– Have you ever bought a product after watching its advertisement on TV?
– Is it good to advertise online?
– Have you learnt art in your school?
– What do you prefer, drawing or painting?
– Have you ever been to an art gallery?
– Do you have a plan to study art in the future?

Cue Card

Describe something that you share with someone else. Please say
– What it is
– Who you share with
– Why you share it, and
– How you feel about sharing it.

Discussion

– How do the Internet and mobile phones impact on our lives?
– What are the advantages and disadvantages of study or work in a group?
– Should children be taught to share?
– What things should children share and what are the things that they shouldn’t be sharing?
– Should students share accommodation?
– What are the advantages and disadvantages of that?

IELTS test in India – August 2016 (General Training)

Our friend S took the IELTS test in India and remembered the following details:

Listening testIELTS test in India

Section 1. A conversation about an art learning program.
Questions: filling in blanks, multiple choice.

Section 2. About a company called Willow.
Questions: filling in blanks, multiple choice.

Section 3. A conversation between students and tutor about business study.
Questions: multiple choice, match headings to paragraphs.

Section 4. An article about crocodiles.
Questions: filling in blanks.

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a letter)

You have recently been on a business trip and faced some problem at the airport. Write a letter to the airport manager and say:

– Give your flight details.
– What was the problem you faced?
– Suggest some improvements for the future.

Writing Task 2 (an essay)

Some people believe that subjects such as art, music, drama and creative writing have a bright future. Therefore, schools should spend more time teaching these subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

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?
– What do you like the most about your job? Why?
– Do you travel a lot?
– How do you usually travel, by bus or by taxi? Why?
– Is it easily available around your area?
– What part of your country would you recommend to visit? Why?

Cue Card

Describe the perfect job for you. Please say

– What is this job?
– Why did you choose this job?
– What are the skills required for it?

Discussion

– Why is it a perfect job for you?
– Do you think you will ever get this job?
– What jobs do children prefer to do? Why?
– Is money an important consideration when choosing a job?
– Why do children change their job preferences when they grow up?