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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 Pakistan – March 2024

IELTS Speaking New Questions Pakistan March 2024

These fresh Speaking questions were received recently from Dr. N who took IELTS in Pakistan. Here is what he remembered:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your full name?
– Do you work or study?
– What do you like about your job?
– Would you like to continue in your profession or change it?
– Do you try to help other people?
– How do you help others?
– Do you like traveling in your own car or by public transportation?
– What are the benefits associated with travelling by private car compared to public transport?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a recent time when you went to a party. You should say

– when this happened
– where it happened
– why it was (or wasn’t) enjoyable

and explain whether you will attend such parties in the future.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– What is the importance of communication skills?
– Should communication skills be included as a subject at primary level of education?
– In what way would communication skills help the students?
– Why must teachers be good at communication skills?
– Which communication skills are important for teachers to have?
– Should teachers get training for effective communication skills?

IELTS Speaking questions from Vietnam – February 2024

IELTS Speaking New Questions Vietnam February 2024

A very kind IELTS test taker from Vietnam who sat the test quite recently remembered the following Speaking questions:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Where is your hometown?
– Is it a good place for people to live?
– Do you like chatting with friends?
– Do you prefer face-to-face conversations or chatting online?
– Would you rather talk with one friend or a group of friends?
– How often do you meet your friends in person?
– What do you usually do together when you meet up?
– Has your way of spending time with friends changed in recent years?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a part of your country that you particularly enjoy visiting. You should say

– where it is located
– what activities you can do there
– how being there makes you feel

and explain why you enjoy visiting that part of your country.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– In your opinion, how important is it for people to visit different parts of their own country?
– Do different parts of your country have different climates? Can you give examples?
– How does the climate affect people’s lifestyles in various regions of your country?
– Are there cultural differences within your country that you find particularly interesting?
– What impact do you think tourism has on nature in different parts of your country?
– Considering the environment, should there be restrictions on traveling to certain parts of the country?