Our friends took their IELTS exams in the UK and Sri Lanka, and here is what they remembered:
Writing test
Writing task 1 (a report)
We were given three pie charts showing four types of vehicle crossings over bridges in the UK in 1965, 1985 and 2005. We had to compare the data.
Writing task 2 (an essay)
In many countries senior positions have higher salaries compared to those of young workers of the same company. Some people think this isn’t justified. Do you agree or disagree?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– When do people give presents in your culture?
– Do you enjoy selecting gifts for others? Why?
– What was the last gift that you received?
– Who was it from?
– What was the occasion?
– Have you received any gift that you didn’t like?
Cue Card
Describe an activity you enjoy doing with an elder family member. Please say
– What is the activity?
– How often do you do this?
– Why do you enjoy doing this?
Discussion
– What relationship do the younger and older people have in your culture?
– What does the younger generation think about relationships with their elders?
– Did it change compared to the past?
– How important is it to keep the whole family together?