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IELTS test in Denmark – November 2013 (Academic Module)

Thanks to our kind friend A we have this update from a recent IELTS exam in Denmark:

Listening testIELTS test in Denmark

Section 1. A conversation between a person and a representative of a newspaper agency regarding furniture sale advertisement.

Section 2. A talk about a hotel, its rating and the facilities provided.

Section 3. A student was discussing a research project with his tutor.

Section 4. A lecture about amphibians.

Reading test

Passage 1. An article about the history of tea.

Passage 2. An article about the use of technology to minimise interruptions of a person.

Passage 3. Article explaining the relation between science and cooking techniques.

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

We were given a process flow diagram describing a process of production of deep fried salted peanuts in a particular company.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Competitiveness is considered a positive quality of the society. How does competition affect individuals? Is it a positive or a negative approach?

Speaking test

Interview

– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– Did you have friends at your study place?
– What qualities do you look for when making friends?
– What are the different ways to make new friends?
– How have friendships changed today, compared to the past?
– What kind of letters do you receive often?
– Do you prefer to write an email or call a person?
– How important is writing in your life?

Cue Card

Describe an interesting person you met recently. Please say

– Who is this person?
– Where and how did you meet him/her?
– What is interesting about this person?

Discussion

– Why is this person interesting to you?
– Would you like to stay in touch with this person?
– Do you believe that first impression of a person is always correct?
– Do you think companies should take into account the personality of a candidate along with his skills?
– Do you think technology turned people into introverts?

IELTS test in Australia and Japan – November 2013 (General Training)

Our friends S and H remembered the following questions from their IELTS exams in Australia and Japan:

Listening testIELTS test in Japan

Section 1. About different types of holiday packages and activities.

Section 2. A discussion between a professor and her student regarding voluntary work.

Section 3. Don’t remember.

Section 4. About common problems and tips to deliver a better public speech.

Reading test

Passage 1. Information about camp sites and landmarks around Auckland.

Passage 2. Libraries and printing facilities in Auckland, New Zealand.

Passage 3. Health and safety information and regulations followed in certain organizations.

Passage 4. The history and origins of writing instruments.

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a letter)

You are about to move to a new town. Write a letter to the town’s official to enquire about sport and other leisure facilities available in town. In your letter

– Introduce yourself
– Say what activities you are interested in
– Ask about facilities available in town

Writing Task 2 (an essay)

Having a good memory is the only requirement to be successful in life. Do you agree or disagree? Include relevant examples from your own experience and knowledge.

Speaking test 1

Interview

– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– Describe a place you live in now.
– Do you live in an apartment or a house?
– What room in your home do you like the most?
– Would you prefer to live in an apartment or a house?
– Why would you like that?
– Do you have plans of moving out soon?

Cue Card

Talk about a historic event that you remember well. Please say

– What is the event?
– When and where did it take place?
– Why did you remember it?

Discussion

– Do you think mobiles are really useful?
– When did you have your first mobile phone?
– Do you like changing mobiles often?

Speaking test 2

Interview

– Where are you from?
– Describe the town you live in.
– Is politeness important in life?
– Where were you taught to be polite?
– Is there a particular language domination in the world?
– Why do you think it is happening?

Cue Card

Talk about a foreign language that you know well. Please say

– What language is it?
– How well do you know it?
– When and where did you learn it?