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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 test in India – April 2022

Our caring friend P.J. took the IELTS test in India and remembered the following Speaking questions:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Do you work or study?
– Are you able to manage your time at work well?
– What is your typical workday like?
– How often do you look in a mirror during the day?
– Why don’t you look at yourself frequently in the mirror?
– Have you purchased a mirror recently?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Talk about a person you follow on social media. Please say

– who he/she is
– how you know him/her
– what he/she posts about
– and explain why you follow him/her on social media.

Follow-up question: Do you think you will continue following him/her in the future?

Part 3 (Discussion)

– What other forms of media are used today, apart from social media?
– Will other forms of media still be relevant in the future, despite the popularity of social media?

IELTS test in the UAE – April 2022 (Academic Module)

R.S. took the IELTS test in the UAE very recently, and remembered the following questions:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

We had a line graph showing the average monthly salary in Japan (in Yen) and the prices of colour TVs and black and white TVs between the years 1953 and 1973 (3 lines on one graph).

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Crime rates are likely to decline due to the advancements in technology, which will help prevent and solve crimes in an easier way. Do you agree or disagree?

The Speaking test was done via a video call.

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your full name?
– Where are you from?
– What is your hometown?
– What is your hometown famous for?
– Did they teach you about your hometown in history classes at school?
– Do you think the color of a car is important?
– What kind of car would you like to have in the future?
– Do you enjoy car trips?
– Do you prefer being a driver or a passenger?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Talk about a rule, at school or at work, that you dislike. Please say

– what the rule is
– why it is imposed
– why you dislike it
– and suggest how this rule might be changed.

Follow-up question: Do you think this rule will change in the future?

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Do you think there are people who never broke the law?
– Is it always bad to break the law?
– Do you agree that it is a good practice to impose fines for minor violations? For example, going over the speed limit, parking violations, etc.
– Do you think that laws are made to protect the weak?