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IELTS Speaking questions from UK – January 2024

IELTS Speaking New Questions UK January 2024

A lovely IELTS test taker SN was among the first group to take the IELTS test in 2024. She remembered the following Speaking questions from her exam in the UK (note that the same questions were also asked in November 2023):

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your full name?
– Where are you from?
– Tell me about your home country.
– Where is it located?
– What kind of films do you like?
– Why do you like this kind of films?
– If given the opportunity, what kind of film would you direct?
– Did you go to the movies as a child?
– Did you go alone or with friends?
– How do you enjoy your free time now?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a recent party that you enjoyed. You should say

– when it happened
– where the party was
– whether you met any friends there

and explain why you enjoyed that party.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Are parties really necessary, in your opinion?
– Should people invite their neighbours when they have a house party?
– Should all parties have loud music playing all the time?
– What types of parties do you like? Why?
– How do you feel when you’re at a party?
– What would you do if the neighbours complained about your noisy party?
– What can people do to make their party less noisy?

IELTS Speaking questions from Bangladesh – January 2024

IELTS Speaking New Questions Bangladesh January 2024

A caring IELTS test taker MS was one of the first people to take the IELTS test in 2024. He shared the following Speaking questions (his exam took place in Bangladesh):

Test tip: Go over these questions and think of some things to say and what vocabulary you would use. IELTS Speaking test questions and topic areas are known to repeat in many countries! Being familiar with the topic and specific questions increases your chances of success.

Once you have some ideas, answer the questions and record yourself. Then listen to your recording and check your fluency, intonation, gaps in vocabulary or words you may have mispronounced. Re-record anything you are not happy with, and you’ll see that your next attempt sounds better already!

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Can you tell me your full name, please?
– Let’s talk about noise. How does noise affect your daily life?
– In your opinion, is noise more important in private life or public life? Why?
– Are there any activities you do that produce more noise? Can you give an example?
– Do you prefer working in a quiet or a noisy environment? Why?
– How do you deal with unwanted noise in your surroundings?
– Is there a type of noise that you find particularly annoying?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe an admirable sports person. You should say:

– who he/she is
– why you admire him/her
– what he/she achieved

and explain why you think people should follow his/her example.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Do you think all athletes should be considered as role models or idols? Why or why not?
– What role do famous athletes play in promoting sporting activities among the general public?
– How important is it for children to be involved in sports from a young age?
– Why do you think some parents focus only on academic achievements and not on sporting activities for their children?
– Can involvement in sports help in a child’s overall development? How?
– How can schools balance academic and sporting education for the overall development of students?