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Recent IELTS exams

Real students tell about their recent IELTS exams: IELTS questions, topics, tasks, answers.

IELTS test in Nigeria – June 2021 (Academic Module)

Many thanks to O.A. who recently took the IELTS test in Nigeria and remembered the following questions:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

We were given two diagrams of a bookshop, before and after renovation and remodeling. We were asked to compare the two diagrams and describe the changes.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Some people believe that women should be able to join their country’s army and police forces, but others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion, including examples from your knowledge and experience.

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What do you do?
– Do you live in a house or an apartment?
– Do you like your house?
– Why do you like your house?
– Do you like your family? Why?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a barbecue party that you went to recently. Please say

– When and where it was
– What the party was for
– Whether or not you liked the party, and why.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Where would you like to have another barbecue party?
– Do you prefer to cook meat or fish on a barbecue? Why?
– Would you like to host such a party?

IELTS Speaking test in India – June 2021

A big thank-you to the lovely P.K. who 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?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What is your major subject?
– Do you live in a house or an apartment?
– Describe your house.
– Do you have a good view from your windows?
– Let’s talk about rest and relaxation.
– Do you take breaks at work often?
– What do you do during your break time?
– Do you take short naps while relaxing?
– How do you feel after that?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe an instance when your computer suddenly stopped working. Please say

– When and where was it?
– Why did it stop working?
– How did you solve this issue?

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Let’s talk about computers at home.
– Do you have one at home?
– Why do people use computers at home?
– Do people face difficulties while using a computer?
– Despite the difficulties, why do people choose to use a computer?
– Have computers changed our house chores in any way?
– Why do some people get addicted to computer use, in your opinion?
– Should parents restrict the time their children spend on a computer? Why?