Recent IELTS exams

Today we are sharing the Speaking questions from a very recent IELTS exam in Saudi Arabia, kindly contributed by S (thank you!)

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Where do you live now?
– Do you like the area where you live? Why or why not?
– Is this a good neighbourhood for families or young people?
– What kind of technology do you use daily?
– How has technology changed the way you work or study?
– Do you prefer using a smartphone or a computer? Why?
– What’s one piece of technology you couldn’t live without?
– Do you think technology makes life easier or more stressful?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a TV series that you like. You should say:

– what it is about
– who the main characters are
– why you like it

and explain what makes this series special for you.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– What TV shows do young people and older people like?
– Why do people enjoy watching TV shows or series regularly?
– Do people like different TV shows when they get older?
– Do you prefer handmade gifts or store-bought ones? Why?
– Why do some people prefer to give or receive expensive gifts?
– What makes a gift valuable, its price or the thought behind it?