Our thoughtful subscriber A recently took IELTS in Japan and remembered these Speaking questions:
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– Do you like your job? Why or why not?
– Do you prefer working from home or in an office? Why?
– Did you ride a bicycle when you were younger?
– How popular is cycling in your country?
– Do you think more people will choose to ride bicycles in the future? Why or why not?
– What are some benefits of riding a bicycle?
– Do you think cities should invest more in bicycle-friendly infrastructure?
– Would you consider using a bicycle as your main form of transportation?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Describe an older person who is interesting to you. You should say:
– who the person is
– where the person lives
– what the person does
and explain why you find this person interesting.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– Do you think older people are good at using technology? Why or why not?
– In 10 – 20 years, do you think more elderly people will be comfortable using technology? Why?
– Why do some families choose to live with their grandparents?
– What are the benefits for both grandparents and grandchildren when they live together?
– How can technology help older people stay connected with their families?
– What challenges do older people face when learning to use new technology?
