Our generous subscriber M.R. recently took the IELTS test in Kuwait. Here are the Speaking questions he remembered:
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– Where do you live?
– Are there any elderly people living in your neighbourhood?
– Do you think modern art is more interesting than classical art? Why or why not?
– What kind of art do people in your country prefer?
– Would you like to travel to space one day?
– Do you enjoy watching science fiction films?
– Do you think space exploration is important?
– How do you usually feel when you watch a film about the future?


Part 2 (Cue Card)
Describe something you taught to a relative. You should say:
– who the relative was
– what you taught them
– how you taught it
and explain how you felt about teaching them.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– What are some things children can teach adults?
– Is it better to tell someone how to do something or show them?
– What challenges exist in the education system in your country?
– What qualities make someone a good teacher?
– How has technology changed the way people learn?
– Do you think people learn better from teachers or from experience?