A big thank you to our student O.A., who recently sat the IELTS test in Dubai, UAE – here are the Speaking questions he was asked:
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– Do you study or work?
– What kind of course are you currently doing?
– Why did you choose this course?
– Do you find the coursework challenging or enjoyable?
– What type of public transport do people use in your country?
– Is public transport reliable in your city?
– Do you think public transport is affordable in your country?
– What improvements would you like to see in your public transport system?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Describe an important lesson you learned outside of school or work. You should say:
– what the lesson was
– when this happened
– how you learned it
and explain why this lesson was meaningful to you.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– How has technology changed the way people learn today?
– Do you think online learning can fully replace traditional education?
– What are the challenges of learning new skills in a digital world?
– What is the role of parents in teaching children important life lessons?
– Should schools be responsible for teaching moral values, or should this come from home?
– In what ways can good parenting support a child’s learning outside the classroom?
