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Simone Braverman

Simone Braverman is the founder of IELTS-Blog.com and author of several popular IELTS preparation books, including Ace the IELTS, Target Band 7, the High Scorer's Choice practice test series, and IELTS Success Formula. Since 2005 her work has helped 100,000's of students worldwide achieve their target IELTS 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 Australia – December 2024

IELTS Speaking Latest Questions Australia December 2024

Our kind subscriber L shared the following questions from her recent IELTS Speaking test in Australia:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Do you work or study?
– Can you tell me about your primary school teacher?
– What was your favorite subject in primary school?
– Why did you enjoy that subject?
– Do you think primary schools have changed over the years? How?
– Did you have any school trips or special activities in primary school?
– Do you still keep in touch with any of your primary school friends?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a place you have visited that had a lot of wildlife or flowers. You should say:

– where the place is
– what kinds of wildlife or flowers you saw there
– what you did there

and explain why this place was special to you.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Do you think conservation is important? Why or why not?
– What can the government do to protect endangered species?
– How can individuals contribute to wildlife conservation?
– Do you think zoos play a role in protecting animals? Why or why not?
– How can schools teach children about the importance of conservation?
– What impact does urbanisation have on wildlife and natural habitats?

New IELTS Speaking questions from the UK – December 2024

IELTS Speaking Latest Questions UK December 2024

Our student P recently took the IELTS test in the UK. He was asked the following questions in the Speaking test:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your name?
– Can you describe your home?
– Do you live in a house or an apartment?
– How long have you lived there?
– What do you like most about your home?
– Would you like to change anything about your home?
– What is your neighborhood like?
– Do you prefer living in a busy city or a quiet area? Why?
– What is your ideal type of accommodation?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a time when you were stuck in traffic. You should say:

– when and where it happened
– how long you were stuck
– what you did while waiting

and explain how you felt about being stuck in traffic.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Why do you think traffic congestion is a problem in many cities?
– What can governments do to reduce traffic congestion?
– How does heavy traffic affect people’s daily lives?
– Do you think public transportation is a good solution to traffic problems? Why or why not?
– What are the advantages of carpooling?
– How might technology help in reducing traffic congestion in the future?