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Simone Braverman

Simone Braverman is the founder of IELTS-Blog.com and the author of several renowned IELTS preparation books, including Ace the IELTS, Target Band 7, the High Scorer's Choice practice test series, and IELTS Success Formula. Since 2005, Simone has been committed to making IELTS preparation accessible and effective through her books and online resources. Her work has helped 100,000's of students worldwide achieve their target scores and live their dream lives. When Simone isn't working on her next IELTS book, video lesson, or coaching, she enjoys playing the guitar or rollerblading.

IELTS exam in Philippines – March 2009 (Academic Module)

A generous student from Philippines sent me the topics from her Academic IELTS exam. Thanks, E!

Writing test

Writing Task 1 (report)
We had two bar charts, one was about the trade between Australia and China and the other was on imports from China to Australia.

Writing Task 2 (essay)
Some people think that music has a significant role in the society. Others think that its just a form of entertainment, comment on both views.

Speaking test

Interview
– Where do you come from?
– What do you like or enjoy doing and why?
– When was the last time you were on holidays?
– When you are on holidays what do you like to do?
– What things do you avoid doing?

Cue Card
– What would you like to buy in the future?
– Do you think you will have enough money to buy it?

Discussion
– Have you ever made something and given it to a friend?
– On what occasions do you give gifts?
– Is it right to give expensive gifts? If so, why?
– Do you think you people are good at shopping?
– How much time do they spend on shopping?
– Why is time important when shopping?
– What form of advertising is the best?
– Are discounts a good way of promotion and why?
– Do you think that businesses should advertise?

IELTS exam in Melbourne, Australia – March 2009 (General Training)

A friend from Melbourne, Australia sent me an email about the topics in his General training exam. Here is what he remembered:

Writing test

Writing Task 1 (letter)
You found out about a community that offers some activities for elderly people and would like to volunteer. Write to them and explain:
– How did you find out about them
– Why you think that their job is important
– How do you want to help them

Writing Task 2 (essay)
Cost of flights is going down. Explain the positive and the negative points of this situation.

Speaking test

Interview
– What is your full name?
– How are you doing?
– Where do you come from?
– Are you working or studying?
– Why did you choose this profession?
– Do you prefer to study alone or in a group?
– What you usually do with your friends?

Cue Card
Describe a historical place you went to, you should say:
– Where it is
– Where did you hear about it
– What do you know about it.

Discussion
– It is important to know about the history of your country? Why?
– What historical movie makers do their best jobs in movie production?