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IELTS test in Egypt – March 2023 (General Training)

IELTS General Training Latest Questions Egypt March 2023

Two IELTS test takers from Egypt have just shared the following questions. Surprisingly, many of them were on the topic of noise!

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a letter)

You currently live in a rental apartment and the noise from your neighbours disturbs you. Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter,

– Describe how this situation affects you
– Explain what steps you have taken to address the problem
– Ask the landlord to take action to resolve the issue

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Some people encourage watching sports as a way of learning about teamwork and strategy, while others believe that one can learn these skills only through playing sports. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your name?
– Where do you live?
– Do you like wearing t-shirts?
– How often do you wear t-shirts?
– What kind of t-shirts do you wear for different occasions?
– Have you ever bought a t-shirt as a souvenir from a place you visited?
– What do you think of t-shirts with slogans or messages on them?
– Do you think t-shirts are comfortable to wear?
– Do you prefer short-sleeved or long-sleeved t-shirts?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a noisy place you have been to. You should say:

– where it was
– why you went there
– why it was noisy
– and explain how you felt about being there.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Is noise pollution an issue where you live?
– What do you think are the main causes of noise pollution in our cities?
– Can noise pollution affect people’s health? In what way?
– How do you think noise pollution affects wildlife?
– Do you think governments should regulate noise levels in public places more strictly?
– What can businesses do to reduce their contribution to noise pollution?
– What role do you think technology can play in reducing noise pollution in big cities?
– Do you think the world will become a noisier place in the future?

IELTS Speaking Test, Part 3 questions with model answers (Technology)

IELTS Model Speaking Answers Band 9, 2023

Here are some high-scoring Part 3 model answers for the Speaking Test that was shared by a student from India. The answers below show a good way to respond to these questions. You can find the answers in the other parts here: Part 1, Part 2.

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Speaking test

Part 3 (Discussion)

We’ve been talking about technology, and now, in the third part of the test, I would like to ask you a few more questions related to this.

1. What technology products or technologies do people use now?

Well, I think people these days use a wide range of products in their daily lives, from smartphones, tablets, laptops, and smart TVs to wearable devices such as fitness trackers, smartwatches, and augmented reality glasses. Other popular technologies are voice-activated virtual assistants like Alexa and Google Home, and they can control everything, from our thermostats, to the locks on our front doors.

2. Why do you think large companies often release new products?

The main reason is in order to stay ahead of the competition and capitalise on emerging trends in consumer behavior. Launching new products that appeal to the latest consumer taste or preferences can capture a larger market share than their competitors.

3. Do you think people spend too much on technology these days?

Yes, I think that people now rely heavily on their smartphones, laptops, tablets and other devices as essential tools for communication, entertainment, education and even work. Because of that, there is now this increased temptation to upgrade existing products in order to remain productive and have access to the newest features that can help make tasks easier or faster. People also want to stay ahead of everyone in their social circles; nothing illustrates this better than having the latest smart gadget in the market.

4. Do you feel that we rely on technology and devices too heavily?

I think we do. We rely on technology and devices too heavily, because of the convenience and efficiency they provide. The problem this creates is our decreased attention spans and more distraction during work or study. So, on the one hand, technology saves us time and labour, but on the other hand we make more mistakes and take longer to complete tasks. Some people also find themselves at the risk of addiction to screens and watching meaningless content which wastes their time.

5. How did technology change the society we live in now?

Technology has transformed many aspects of modern life, from how we work and communicate, to how we shop. It is helping us access information instantly via search engines, and hold virtual meetings via video conferencing tools. We buy things online from retailers offering same-day delivery services, without even realising their websites are powered by algorithms which predict our wants and needs!

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