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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 Speaking test in Oman – October 2022

Today we are sharing the questions that our lovely friend remembered from his recent IELTS Speaking test in Oman:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Can I have your full name, please?
– Can I see your ID?
– Do you study or work?
– Where do you work?
– Where do you live?
– Do you use public transport? Why or why not?
– How good is the public transport in your country?
– Are you good at reading a map?
– Have you ever studied geography at school?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a person who you believe dresses well. You should say:

– who the person is
– how you know him/her
– what kind of clothes he/she wears
– and explain why you think he/she dresses well.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Where do you buy your clothes?
– Do you prefer buying clothes online?
– What are the benefits and drawbacks of shopping online and offline?
– Do you think online shopping is going to replace brick and mortar shopping in the future?

IELTS Speaking test in Iran – September 2022

Today we are sharing the questions that our kind friend K remembered from a recent IELTS Speaking test in Iran:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Can I have your full name, please?
– Can I see your ID?
– Do you study or work?
– Do you like the subject you are studying?
– Do you like wearing a watch?
– Why do some people wear expensive watches?
– Do you like sports?
– Is playing sports in school good for students?
– Which sports do you like to watch on TV?
– Which sports would you like to play in the future?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe the last time you used your mobile phone for something important. You should say

– what you used your mobile phone for
– when it happened
– how important it was to use your mobile phone
– and explain how you felt about the experience.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Do you think the advancement of technology is a good development or not?
– Why do young people use mobile phones so much these days?
– Do older people in your country use social media less than younger people?
– What should parents do when they see their children being addicted to these kinds of technology?