Skip to content

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 test in Saudi Arabia – September 2023 (General Training)

IELTS General Training Latest Questions Saudi Arabia September 2023

Our friend ZF from Saudi Arabia remembered the following Writing questions from her recent exam.

How to prepare for IELTS using these questions

Set aside an hour of your time and sit down in a quiet place. Spend the first 40 minutes writing an essay (writing task 2). Use the first 5 minutes to plan your essay, and then follow your plan and write the introduction, body and conclusion of your essay for the next 30 minutes. Check that you have written about 250-280 words. Spend the last 5 minutes proofreading what you wrote. Check your grammar and spelling.

Next, spend the following 20 minutes writing your letter (writing task 1), and remember to reserve 2 minutes to proofread it at the end.

Get feedback on your writing and learn how to increase your IELTS score.

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a letter)

A young person will be starting work at your office next month to gain work experience. Write a letter to him/her. In your letter

– Inform him/her about the work that needs to be done at the office
– Explain what he/she is supposed to do on the first day
– Suggest what he/she should bring to work

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Some people think that the best way to relax is by resting or sleeping. Others say that doing exercise or playing sports is a better way to relax. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

IELTS Speaking test in Albania – September 2023

IELTS Speaking Latest Questions Albania September 2023

Our kind friend ZB took IELTS in Albania and remembered the following Speaking test questions.

She said, “Thanks for all you do to help us ace our IELTS. I had bought one of your books, High Scorer’s Choice series, General Set 5, from Amazon on my visit to London this summer, and I must say that it helped me a great deal. It was one of the foundations that I built my success on. I hope this helps somebody as it did for me.”

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your full name?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What do you like about your studies?
– What would you like to change in your study pathway?
– Do you think it is important to create time for yourself?
– Who are your best friends?
– Do you get to spend much time with your friends?
– What do you like to do when you are with your friends?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a place you visited where there were lots of people. You should say

– where the place was
– who you went with
– what you did there

and explain whether or not you enjoyed being there, and why.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Do you like being in a place with lots of people?
– Are places with large crowds of people common in your country?
– Why do some people try to avoid crowded places?
– Do you think it is important to be around friends?
– What are the advantages and disadvantages of living in an apartment building with lots of other people?
– What do you think can be done to make the life of people in such places easier?
– Do you think that our cities will become more crowded in the future?