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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 Speaking questions from India – May 2024

IELTS Speaking New Questions India May 2024

A lovely student shared these Speaking questions after a very recent IELTS exam in India:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Do you work or study?
– Where do you work?
– How will your current job benefit you in the future?
– What are your future plans regarding your job?
– Do you like reading online newspapers and articles? Why?
– What are the benefits of reading online newspapers and articles?
– How often do you read the news online?
– Do you prefer reading printed newspapers or online ones? Why?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe one thing you own that you would like to replace. You should say

– what it is
– when you got it
– why you would like to replace it

and explain what you would replace it with.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Why do some people prefer to go to physical stores instead of buying technology online?
– How does this preference for physical stores affect the market and people’s mindset?
– How does the generation of waste affect the environment?
– Should people be educated about waste generation and its impacts? Why or why not?
– What are some effective ways to educate people about waste management?
– Do you think technological advancements contribute to waste generation? How?

IELTS Speaking questions from the USA – May 2024

IELTS Speaking New Questions USA May 2024

A kind student from the USA has taken the IELTS test a couple of days ago and shared these Speaking question:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Where are you from?
– Are you working or studying?
– What do you do for work?
– Do you like your work?
– Is your company a good place to work?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a famous person who you think is a good role model for the young generation. You should say:

– who this person is
– how you know about this person
– what this person has done

and explain why you think this person is a good role model for the young generation.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Who are the famous celebrities in your country?
– Why are they famous?
– Do you think celebrities are a good influence on the young generation?
– What are some negative aspects of the influence of celebrities on young people?
– Do you think celebrities make more positive contribution to society than negative?
– What is your opinion about the celebrity culture today?