01. IELTS Speaking Part - 1: TV

1. Do you often watch TV?
2. What kind of TV programmes do you usually watch?
3. Do you prefer watching TV alone or with others? Why?
4. How much time do you spend watching TV on a typical day?
5. Did you watch more TV when you were a child?
6. Is TV popular in your home?
7. Do you prefer TV or online streaming platforms? Why?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a TV programme you enjoy watching. You should say:

  • what the programme is
  • what type of programme it is
  • when and with whom you usually watch it
  • and explain why you like this programme.

🕐 You will have 1 minute to prepare and should speak for 1–2 minutes.

Part 3: Discussion

1. How has TV influenced people’s lifestyle?
2. Do you think TV is still important in the age of the internet?
3. What are the advantages and disadvantages of watching TV?
4. How does TV affect children’s behaviour and learning?
5. Should there be more educational programmes on TV?
6. How do you think TV programmes will change in the future?

02. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Art

1. What kind of art do you enjoy?
2. Do you have any paintings or pictures on your walls at home?
3. Did you learn art at school?
4. Can you draw or paint?
5. Do you like visiting museums or art galleries?
6. Do you often take photos?
7. Do you often take selfies?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a work of art you like. You should say:

  • What it is
  • where you saw it
  • what it shows
  • why you like it.

🕐 You will have 1 minute to prepare and should speak for 1–2 minutes.

Part 3: Discussion

1. What role does art play in society?
2. Do you think photos will one day replace paintings?
3. Do you think people today are less creative than in the past due to advanced technology?
4. Why do people take selfies?
5. What role do museums and galleries play?
6. How can children benefit from art?
7. Should the government support the arts?
8. What’s the difference between art and the arts?
9. What makes a good painting?
10. Should art be censored?
11. What is the aim of art?
12. Which of the performing arts do you enjoy most?

03. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Reading Books

1. Do you enjoy reading books?
2. How often do you read books?
3. What kinds of books do you usually read?
4. Did you read more books when you were a child?
5. Where do you usually read?
6. Do you prefer physical books or e-books?
7. Have your reading habits changed over time?
8. Why do you think some people don’t like reading?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a book that you enjoyed reading. You should say:

  • What the book was
  • When you read it
  • What it was about
  • And explain why you enjoyed reading it

🕐 You will have 1 minute to prepare and should speak for 1–2 minutes.

Part 3: Discussion

1. Why is reading important?
2. What kinds of books are popular among young people?
3. Do you think people read less nowadays than in the past?
4. How can reading help children?
5. Should schools encourage students to read more books?
6. What are the advantages of reading compared with watching videos?
7. Do you think technology has changed reading habits?
8. Will books still be important in the future? Why or why not?

04. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Hometown & Places

1. What is your hometown like?
2. Do you like living in your hometown?
3. Are there many interesting places in your hometown?
4. What place do you visit most often?
5. Do you prefer quiet places or crowded places?
6. Have the places you visit changed since you were a child?
7. Do you like visiting parks?
8. What do you usually do when you visit a place you enjoy?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a place you like to visit in your free time. You should say:

  • What the place is
  • Where it is
  • How often you visit it
  • What you do there

🕐 You will have 1 minute to prepare and should speak for 1–2 minutes.

Part 3: Discussion

1. Why do people like visiting different places?
2. What kinds of places are popular among young people?
3. Do you think parks and natural places are important in cities?
4. Why do some people prefer quiet places while others prefer busy places?
5. How can visiting new places help people learn?
6. Do you think people travel more nowadays than in the past?
7. What are the advantages of living in a city compared to a village?
8. How might people’s favorite places change as they get older?

05. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Family

1. Can you tell me about your family?
2. Do you come from a big family or a small family?
3. Who are you closest to in your family? Why?
4. How often do you spend time with your family?
5. What do you usually do together as a family?
6. Has your relationship with your family changed over the years?
7. Do you prefer spending your free time with your family or your friends? Why?
8. Is family important in your country? Why?
9. What responsibilities do family members usually have?
10. Would you like to have a large family in the future? Why or why not?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a family member you admire. You should say:

  • Who this person is
  • How you are related to him or her
  • What kind of person he or she is
  • What he or she has done that you admire

🕐 You will have 1 minute to prepare and should speak for 1–2 minutes.

Part 3: Discussion

1. Why is family important to people?
2. How have family relationships changed compared with the past?
3. What are the advantages of living in a large family?
4. What are the disadvantages of living in a large family?
5. Do you think grandparents play an important role in raising children?
6. Why do some young people prefer to live independently?
7. How can families spend more quality time together?
8. Has technology improved or weakened family relationships? Why?
9. What qualities make someone a good parent?
10. Do you think the role of families will change in the future? Why or why not?

06. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Friends

1. Do you have a lot of friends?
2. How did you meet your best friend?
3. What do you usually do when you spend time with your friends?
4. Do you prefer having a few close friends or many friends? Why?
5. How often do you meet your friends?
6. Has your choice of friends changed over the years?
7. What qualities do you look for in a good friend?
8. Do you think it is important to have friends? Why?
9. Is it easy to make new friends?
10. Do you think friendships are different now compared with the past?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a close friend of yours. You should say:

  • Who this person is
  • How you met him or her
  • What you usually do together
  • What kind of person he or she is

🕐 You will have 1 minute to prepare and should speak for 1–2 minutes.

Part 3: Discussion

1. Why are friends important in people’s lives?
2. What qualities make someone a good friend?
3. Do you think it is easier to make friends now than in the past? Why?
4. Why do some friendships last for many years while others do not?
5. Is it possible to have close friends at work or school?
6. Do you think online friendships are as meaningful as face-to-face friendships?
7. How can people maintain strong friendships despite being busy?
8. Should friends always be honest with each other? Why or why not?
9. How do friendships influence a person’s character?
10. Do you think people need friends at every stage of life? Why or why not?

07. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Daily Routine

1. What is your daily routine like?
2. What do you usually do first after you wake up?
3. Do you usually have the same routine every day?
4. What is your favourite part of your daily routine?
5. Is there anything you would like to change about your daily routine?
6. Do you prefer having a busy daily routine or a relaxed one?
7. How important is it for you to plan your day?
8. Do you usually follow a fixed schedule?
9. What do you usually do in the evening?
10. Do you think your daily routine has changed compared with the past?
11. What part of your daily routine takes the most time?
12. Do you think having a regular daily routine is important?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe your daily routine You should say:

  • what you usually do during a typical day
  • when you usually start and finish your day
  • which part of your daily routine you enjoy the most
  • and explain whether you would like to change anything about your daily routine.

🕐 You will have 1 minute to prepare and should speak for 1–2 minutes.

Part 3: Discussion

1. Why do people have different daily routines?
2. Do you think it is important for people to have a regular daily routine?
3. How have people’s daily routines changed compared with the past?
4. What are the advantages of having a planned daily routine?
5. Do you think technology has changed the way people organise their daily lives?
6. Why do some people find it difficult to follow a regular routine?
7. How can a good daily routine help people become more productive?
8. Do you think children should have a fixed daily routine? Why or why not?

08. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Morning Routine

1. What is your daily routine like?
2. What do you usually do first after you wake up?
3. Do you usually have the same routine every day?
4. What is your favourite part of your daily routine?
5. Is there anything you would like to change about your daily routine?
6. Do you prefer having a busy daily routine or a relaxed one?
7. How important is it for you to plan your day?
8. Do you usually follow a fixed schedule?
9. What do you usually do in the evening?
10. Do you think your daily routine has changed compared with the past?
11. What part of your daily routine takes the most time?
12. Do you think having a regular daily routine is important?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe your usual morning routine. You should say:

    • what time you usually wake up
    • what you usually do after waking up
    • what you usually eat or drink in the morning
    • and explain how you feel about your morning routine.

Part 3: Discussion

1. Why do some people prefer waking up early in the morning?
2. Do you think having a regular morning routine is important?
3. How can a good morning routine affect a person’s day?
4. Why do some people find it difficult to wake up early?
5. Do young people and older people usually have different morning routines?
6. How has technology changed people’s morning routines?
7. Do you think people are more productive in the morning or in the evening?
8. Should parents encourage children to develop a healthy morning routine? Why?

09. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Childhood

1. Did you enjoy your childhood?
2. What is your favourite childhood memory?
3. Where did you grow up?
4. Did you have many friends when you were a child?
5. What games did you enjoy playing as a child?
6. Did you have a favourite toy when you were young?
7. What did you usually do in your free time as a child?
8. Did you enjoy going to school when you were a child?
9. Who did you spend the most time with during your childhood?
10. Do you think childhood was different for you compared with children today?
11. Is there anything you miss about your childhood?
12. What is the happiest memory you have from your childhood?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a happy memory from your childhood. You should say:

  • what the memory is
  • when and where it happened
  • who you were with
  • and explain why this memory is still special to you.

Part 3: Discussion

1. Why is childhood an important stage in a person’s life?
2. Do you think children today have a better childhood than children in the past?
3. How has technology changed the way children spend their free time?
4. What kind of activities are important for children’s development?
5. Do you think parents spend enough time with their children nowadays?
6. Why are childhood memories often important to people?
7. Should children have more free time to play?
8. What responsibilities do parents have in creating a happy childhood for their children?

10. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Neighbours

1. Do you know your neighbours well?
2. How often do you talk to your neighbours?
3. Do you have a good relationship with your neighbours?
4. What kind of people are your neighbours?
5. Have you ever helped one of your neighbours?
6. Do your neighbours ever help you?
7. Would you like to have more contact with your neighbours?
8. What qualities make someone a good neighbour?
9. Do you think it is important to know your neighbours?
10. Have your neighbours changed since you were a child?
11. Do you prefer having friendly neighbours or keeping your privacy?
12. Do you think neighbours play an important role in people’s lives?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a neighbour you know well. You should say:

  • who this person is
  • how long you have known this person
  • what kind of person he or she is
  • and explain why you know this neighbour well.

Part 3: Discussion

1. Why is it important to have a good relationship with neighbours?
2. Do you think people know their neighbours better now than in the past?
3. Why do some people prefer not to communicate with their neighbours?
4. What are the qualities of a good neighbour?
5. How can neighbours help each other in daily life?
6. Do you think people living in cities have different relationships with neighbours compared with people living in villages?
7. Has modern technology changed the way neighbours communicate with each other?
8. What can communities do to encourage better relationships among neighbours?

11. IELTS Speaking Part 1: School

1. Did you enjoy going to school when you were a child?
2. What was your favourite subject at school?
3. Was there any subject that you did not like?
4. Who was your favourite teacher?
5. What do you remember most about your school days?
6. Did you have many friends at school?
7. How did you usually travel to school?
8. What activities did you enjoy doing at school?
9. Do you still keep in touch with any of your school friends?
10. Do you think schools today are different from schools in the past?
11. What was the best thing about your school?
12. Would you like to go back to your school days? Why or why not?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a school you have attended You should say:

  • where the school was located
  • what the school was like
  • what you liked or disliked about the school
  • and explain what memories you have of this school.

Part 3: Discussion

1. What qualities make a school a good place for students?
2. How has education changed compared with the past?
3. Do you think teachers are as important today as they were in the past?
4. Should schools focus more on practical skills?
5. What are the advantages of studying in a large school?
6. Do you think students should be given homework every day?
7. How can technology improve education in schools?
8. What changes would you like to see in schools in the future?

12. IELTS Speaking Part 1: University

1. Do you go to university or college?
2. What subject are you studying?
3. Why did you choose this subject?
4. Do you enjoy studying at university?
5. What do you like most about your university?
6. Is there anything you dislike about your university?
7. How do you usually travel to your university?
8. Do you prefer studying alone or with other students?
9. Do you have many friends at university?
10. What is your favourite place at your university?
11. Do you think university life is different from school life?
12. What would you like to do after finishing university?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a university or college you would like to study at You should say:

  • where the university or college is located
  • what you know about this university or college
  • what subject you would like to study there
  • and explain why you would like to study at this university or college.

Part 3: Discussion

1. Why do many students choose to go to university?
2. Do you think a university degree is important for everyone?
3. What are the advantages of studying at university?
4. How is university education different from school education?
5. Should universities focus more on practical skills?
6. Do you think online university courses are as effective as traditional classes?
7. What challenges do university students commonly face?
8. How do you think universities will change in the future?

13. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Teachers

1. Do you have a favourite teacher?
2. What subject did your favourite teacher teach?
3. Why do you like this teacher?
4. Do you think teachers are important in a student’s life?
5. What qualities do you think make a good teacher?
6. Did you have a strict teacher when you were at school?
7. Do you still keep in touch with any of your teachers?
8. Have teachers influenced your life in any way?
9. Do you prefer friendly teachers or strict teachers?
10. Do you think teaching is a difficult job?
11. Have the roles of teachers changed compared with the past?
12. Would you like to become a teacher? Why or why not?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a teacher who has influenced you You should say:

  • who this teacher is or was
  • what subject he or she taught
  • what kind of person he or she was
  • and explain how this teacher influenced you.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. What qualities make someone a good teacher?
  2. Do you think teachers have an important influence on children’s lives?
  3. Is it better for teachers to be friendly or strict?
  4. How has the role of teachers changed in recent years?
  5. Do you think technology can replace teachers in the future?
  6. Why do some people choose teaching as a career?
  7. Should teachers receive higher salaries?
  8. How can schools help teachers improve their teaching skills?

14. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Subjects

  1. What subjects did you study at school?
  2. What was your favourite subject at school?
  3. Why did you like this subject?
  4. Was there any subject that you found difficult?
  5. What subject did you dislike when you were at school?
  6. Do you prefer science subjects or arts subjects?
  7. Which subjects do you think are the most useful in daily life?
  8. Do you think mathematics is an important subject?
  9. Have your favourite subjects changed since you were younger?
  10. Do you think students should be allowed to choose their own subjects?
  11. Is there any subject you would like to learn in the future?
  12. Do you prefer practical subjects or theoretical subjects?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a subject that you enjoyed studying You should say:

  • what the subject was
  • when and where you studied it
  • what you learned from this subject
  • and explain why you enjoyed studying this subject.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. What factors influence students when choosing subjects?
  2. Do you think schools should offer a wide range of subjects?
  3. Which subjects are the most important for students to study today?
  4. Should students be allowed to choose all their subjects?
  5. Do you think practical subjects are as important as academic subjects?
  6. How has technology changed the way different subjects are taught?
  7. Why do some students find certain subjects more difficult than others?
  8. Do you think the subjects taught in schools will change in the future?

15. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Part-Time Jobs

  1. Have you ever had a part-time job?
  2. Would you like to have a part-time job?
  3. What kind of part-time job would you like to do?
  4. Why do people choose to work part-time?
  5. Do you think students should have part-time jobs?
  6. Is it easy to find a part-time job in your area?
  7. What skills can people learn from doing a part-time job?
  8. Do you think part-time jobs can affect students’ studies?
  9. Would you prefer to work part-time during the day or in the evening?
  10. What are the advantages of having a part-time job?
  11. Do young people usually prefer part-time jobs or full-time jobs?
  12. Do you think part-time jobs are becoming more popular nowadays?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a part-time job you would like to do You should say:

  • what kind of job it would be
  • where you would like to do this job
  • what skills you would need for this job
  • and explain why you would like to do this part-time job.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. Why do many students choose to have part-time jobs?
  2. What are the advantages of having a part-time job while studying?
  3. Can part-time work have any negative effects on students?
  4. What types of part-time jobs are popular among young people?
  5. Do you think employers should offer more flexible working hours?
  6. What skills can young people develop through part-time work?
  7. Is work experience more important than academic qualifications?
  8. How do you think part-time jobs will change in the future?

16. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Future Plans

  1. Do you often think about your future?
  2. What are your plans for the next few years?
  3. Do you prefer to plan your future carefully?
  4. Do you think it is important to have future goals?
  5. Have your future plans changed recently?
  6. What do you hope to achieve in the future?
  7. Do you usually make long-term plans or short-term plans?
  8. Do you like to talk about your future plans with other people?
  9. Who do you usually discuss your future plans with?
  10. Do you think it is easy to achieve future goals?
  11. What is one thing you would like to do in the future?
  12. Do you think young people today have more opportunities for the future?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe an important plan you have for the future You should say:

  • what the plan is
  • when you would like to achieve it
  • what you need to do to achieve it
  • and explain why this plan is important to you.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. Why is it important for people to make plans for the future?
  2. Do young people and older people have different future plans?
  3. Do you think it is better to have long-term plans or short-term plans?
  4. Why do some people find it difficult to achieve their future goals?
  5. How can people prepare for an uncertain future?
  6. Do you think technology has changed people’s plans for the future?
  7. Should parents influence their children’s future plans?
  8. How do you think people’s lifestyles will change in the future?

17. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Learning New Skills

  1. Do you enjoy learning new skills?
  2. What new skill would you like to learn?
  3. Have you learned any new skills recently?
  4. Why do people like learning new skills?
  5. Do you prefer learning practical skills or academic skills?
  6. Is it easy for you to learn something new?
  7. How do you usually learn a new skill?
  8. Do you prefer learning new skills alone or with other people?
  9. Do you think technology has made it easier to learn new skills?
  10. What skills do you think are important for young people to learn?
  11. Do you think people can learn new skills at any age?
  12. Is there a skill you learned in the past that you still use today?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a new skill you would like to learn You should say:

  • what the skill is
  • why you would like to learn it
  • how you would learn it
  • and explain how this skill would be useful to you.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. Why is it important for people to learn new skills?
  2. What kinds of skills are most important in today’s world?
  3. Do young people learn new skills more easily than older people?
  4. How has technology changed the way people learn new skills?
  5. Do you think schools should teach more practical skills?
  6. What motivates people to learn something new?
  7. Is learning from the internet as effective as learning from a teacher?
  8. Do you think people will need to learn more new skills in the future?

18. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Mobile Phone

  1. Do you use a mobile phone every day?
  2. How often do you use your mobile phone?
  3. What do you mainly use your mobile phone for?
  4. What is your favourite feature on your mobile phone?
  5. Do you prefer using your mobile phone for calling or messaging?
  6. How important is your mobile phone in your daily life?
  7. Do you often use your mobile phone to take photos?
  8. Have you changed your mobile phone recently?
  9. Do you prefer expensive mobile phones or simple ones?
  10. Do you think you spend too much time using your mobile phone?
  11. Can you imagine living without a mobile phone?
  12. How have mobile phones changed people’s lives?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a mobile phone that you would like to have You should say:

  • what kind of mobile phone it is
  • what features it has
  • how you would use it
  • and explain why you would like to have this mobile phone.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. How have mobile phones changed the way people communicate?
  2. What are the main advantages of using mobile phones?
  3. What problems can excessive mobile phone use cause?
  4. Do you think young children should have their own mobile phones?
  5. How have mobile phones affected face-to-face communication?
  6. Do older people and young people use mobile phones differently?
  7. Should schools restrict the use of mobile phones in classrooms?
  8. How do you think mobile phones will change in the future?

19. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Social Media

  1. Do you use social media?
  2. Which social media platforms do you use most often?
  3. How often do you use social media?
  4. What do you usually do on social media?
  5. Do you prefer using social media to communicate with friends or to watch content?
  6. How much time do you usually spend on social media each day?
  7. Do you think you use social media too much?
  8. Have your social media habits changed over the years?
  9. What kind of content do you enjoy watching on social media?
  10. Do you think social media is important in your daily life?
  11. Do you prefer sharing your own content or viewing other people’s content?
  12. Could you live without social media?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a social media platform that you often use You should say:

  • what the social media platform is
  • how often you use it
  • what you usually do on it
  • and explain why you like using this social media platform.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. How has social media changed the way people communicate?
  2. What are the main advantages of social media?
  3. What problems can social media cause for individuals?
  4. Do you think young people spend too much time on social media?
  5. How does social media influence people’s opinions?
  6. Should parents control how much time their children spend on social media?
  7. Do you think social media has reduced face-to-face communication?
  8. How do you think social media will change in the future?

20. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Internet

  1. How often do you use the internet?
  2. What do you mainly use the internet for?
  3. When did you first start using the internet?
  4. Do you think you spend too much time on the internet?
  5. Do you prefer using the internet on your phone or on a computer?
  6. What websites do you visit most often?
  7. Has the internet changed the way you study or work?
  8. Do you usually use the internet to find information?
  9. What would you do if you did not have access to the internet?
  10. Do you think the internet is important in daily life?
  11. Has your use of the internet changed over the years?
  12. Do you think you could live without the internet?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a time when you used the internet to learn something useful You should say:

  • what you wanted to learn
  • how you found the information
  • what you learned from the internet
  • and explain why this information was useful to you.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. How has the internet changed people’s lives?
  2. What are the main advantages of using the internet?
  3. What problems can the internet cause for individuals?
  4. Do you think people rely too much on the internet nowadays?
  5. How has the internet changed the way people learn?
  6. Do you think information on the internet is always reliable?
  7. Should children have limited access to the internet?
  8. How do you think the internet will change in the future?

21. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Artificial Intelligence

  1. What do you know about artificial intelligence?
  2. Do you use any artificial intelligence tools in your daily life?
  3. What do you usually use artificial intelligence for?
  4. Do you think artificial intelligence makes people’s lives easier?
  5. Have you ever used AI to help you study or work?
  6. Do you find artificial intelligence interesting?
  7. Do you think artificial intelligence is becoming more important?
  8. What kind of AI technology would you like to use in the future?
  9. Do you trust information provided by artificial intelligence?
  10. Do you think AI can help people become more productive?
  11. Are you concerned about the development of artificial intelligence?
  12. How do you think AI will affect your life in the future?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a situation when you used artificial intelligence You should say:

  • what type of artificial intelligence you used
  • what you used it for
  • how it helped you
  • and explain how you felt about using artificial intelligence.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. How is artificial intelligence changing people’s daily lives?
  2. What are the main advantages of artificial intelligence?
  3. What problems could artificial intelligence cause in the future?
  4. Do you think AI will replace many jobs?
  5. Which jobs are most likely to be affected by artificial intelligence?
  6. Should schools teach students how to use artificial intelligence?
  7. Do you think people should always trust information produced by AI?
  8. How do you think artificial intelligence will change society in the future?

22. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Technology in Daily Life

  1. How often do you use technology in your daily life?
  2. What types of technology do you use most often?
  3. Which piece of technology is most important to you?
  4. Do you think technology makes your life easier?
  5. What would you do without modern technology?
  6. Has technology changed the way you communicate with other people?
  7. Do you enjoy trying new technology?
  8. Is there any technology that you find difficult to use?
  9. Do you think you rely too much on technology?
  10. How has technology changed your daily routine?
  11. What new technology would you like to have in the future?
  12. Do you think life was better before modern technology?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a piece of technology that you use every day You should say:

  • what the technology is
  • how often you use it
  • what you mainly use it for
  • and explain why this technology is important in your daily life.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. How has technology changed people’s daily lives?
  2. What are the main advantages of modern technology?
  3. Do you think people depend too much on technology nowadays?
  4. How has technology changed the way people communicate?
  5. What problems can excessive use of technology cause?
  6. Do older and younger people use technology differently?
  7. Should schools teach students more about modern technology?
  8. How do you think technology will change people’s daily lives in the future?

23. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Hobbies

  1. Do you have any hobbies?
  2. What is your favourite hobby?
  3. How often do you spend time on your hobbies?
  4. When did you start this hobby?
  5. Why do you enjoy this hobby?
  6. Do you prefer doing hobbies alone or with other people?
  7. Have your hobbies changed since you were a child?
  8. Do you think hobbies are important in people’s lives?
  9. Is there a new hobby you would like to try?
  10. How much time do you usually spend on your hobbies?
  11. Do you think you have enough time for your hobbies?
  12. Do you prefer indoor hobbies or outdoor hobbies?
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Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a hobby that you enjoy You should say:

  • what the hobby is
  • when and how you started it
  • how often you do it
  • and explain why you enjoy this hobby.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. Why do people need hobbies?
  2. What kinds of hobbies are popular among young people?
  3. Do you think people have less time for hobbies nowadays?
  4. What are the benefits of having a hobby?
  5. Do people usually continue their childhood hobbies when they become adults?
  6. Why do some people prefer hobbies that they can do alone?
  7. Can hobbies help people reduce stress?
  8. How do you think people’s hobbies will change in the future?

24. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Free Time Activities

  1. What do you usually do in your free time?
  2. How much free time do you usually have?
  3. Do you prefer spending your free time alone or with other people?
  4. What is your favourite free time activity?
  5. Do you prefer indoor or outdoor activities in your free time?
  6. Have your free time activities changed since you were a child?
  7. Do you think you have enough free time?
  8. What do you usually do when you have a whole day free?
  9. Do you like trying new activities in your free time?
  10. Do you prefer relaxing or being active in your free time?
  11. Do you usually plan your free time activities?
  12. What activity would you like to spend more time doing?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe an activity that you enjoy doing in your free time You should say:

  • what the activity is
  • when and where you usually do it
  • how often you do it
  • and explain why you enjoy doing this activity in your free time.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. Why is it important for people to have free time?
  2. How do people usually spend their free time nowadays?
  3. Do young people and older people spend their free time differently?
  4. Do you think people have less free time now than in the past?
  5. What are the benefits of spending free time doing outdoor activities?
  6. Do you think technology has changed the way people spend their free time?
  7. Should parents encourage children to take part in different free time activities?
  8. How do you think people’s free time activities will change in the future?

25. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Sports

  1. Do you like playing sports?
  2. What is your favourite sport?
  3. How often do you play sports?
  4. Did you enjoy playing sports when you were a child?
  5. Do you prefer playing sports or watching sports?
  6. Do you usually play sports alone or with other people?
  7. What sports are popular in your country?
  8. Is there any sport you would like to learn?
  9. Do you prefer indoor sports or outdoor sports?
  10. Do you think playing sports is important for health?
  11. Have your favourite sports changed over the years?
  12. Do you enjoy watching major sporting events?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a sport that you enjoy playing or watching You should say:

  • what the sport is
  • when and where you play or watch it
  • who you usually play or watch it with
  • and explain why you enjoy this sport.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. Why do people enjoy playing sports?
  2. What are the benefits of playing sports regularly?
  3. Do you think children should be encouraged to play sports?
  4. Why do some people prefer watching sports instead of playing them?
  5. Do you think team sports are better than individual sports?
  6. How can schools encourage students to become more interested in sports?
  7. Has technology changed the way people play or watch sports?
  8. Do you think people will spend more or less time playing sports in the future?

26. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Music

  1. Do you like listening to music?
  2. What kind of music do you usually listen to?
  3. How often do you listen to music?
  4. When do you usually listen to music?
  5. Do you prefer listening to music alone or with other people?
  6. Do you have a favourite singer or musician?
  7. Has your taste in music changed over the years?
  8. Do you prefer listening to live music or recorded music?
  9. Do you ever listen to music while studying or working?
  10. Do you think music is important in people’s lives?
  11. Can music change your mood?
  12. Would you like to learn to play a musical instrument?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a piece of music or a song that you enjoy listening to You should say:

  • what the song or piece of music is
  • when and where you usually listen to it
  • what kind of music it is
  • and explain why you enjoy listening to this music.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. Why is music important in people’s lives?
  2. Do young people and older people have different tastes in music?
  3. How has technology changed the way people listen to music?
  4. Why do some people enjoy listening to live music?
  5. Do you think traditional music is important for a country’s culture?
  6. Should music be taught in schools?
  7. Can music help people reduce stress?
  8. How do you think people’s music preferences will change in the future?

27. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Movies

  1. Do you like watching movies?
  2. How often do you watch movies?
  3. What kind of movies do you enjoy watching?
  4. Do you prefer watching movies at home or at the cinema?
  5. Who do you usually watch movies with?
  6. What was the last movie you watched?
  7. Do you prefer watching new movies or old movies?
  8. Do you like watching movies in your own language or in foreign languages?
  9. Has your taste in movies changed over the years?
  10. Do you think watching movies is a good way to relax?
  11. Do you prefer watching movies alone or with other people?
  12. Is there a movie that you would like to watch again?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a movie that you really enjoyed watching You should say:

  • what the movie was
  • when and where you watched it
  • what the movie was about
  • and explain why you really enjoyed watching this movie.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. Why do people enjoy watching movies?
  2. Do people prefer watching movies at home or in cinemas nowadays?
  3. How has technology changed the way people watch movies?
  4. What kinds of movies are popular among young people?
  5. Do you think movies can influence people’s behaviour and opinions?
  6. Are foreign movies useful for learning about other cultures?
  7. Do you think cinemas will become less popular in the future?
  8. What role do movies play in society?

28. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Reading Books

  1. Do you enjoy reading books?
  2. How often do you read books?
  3. What kind of books do you usually read?
  4. Do you prefer reading printed books or e-books?
  5. When do you usually like to read?
  6. Where do you usually read books?
  7. Did you enjoy reading books when you were a child?
  8. Has your reading habit changed over the years?
  9. Do you usually finish the books that you start reading?
  10. Do you prefer reading books for entertainment or for learning?
  11. Is there a book that you would like to read in the future?
  12. Do you think reading books is important?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a book that you enjoyed reading You should say:

  • what the book was
  • when you read it
  • what the book was about
  • and explain why you enjoyed reading this book.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. Why do people enjoy reading books?
  2. Do you think people read fewer books nowadays?
  3. What are the advantages of reading books?
  4. Do young people and older people have different reading habits?
  5. Do you think e-books will replace printed books in the future?
  6. How can parents encourage children to develop a reading habit?
  7. What kinds of books are popular among young people?
  8. Do you think reading books is more useful than watching videos to learn something new?

29. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Games

  1. Do you enjoy playing games?
  2. What kind of games do you usually play?
  3. How often do you play games?
  4. Do you prefer playing games alone or with other people?
  5. Did you play many games when you were a child?
  6. What was your favourite game when you were younger?
  7. Do you prefer indoor games or outdoor games?
  8. Do you enjoy playing video games?
  9. How much time do you usually spend playing games?
  10. Do you think playing games is a good way to relax?
  11. Have the types of games you play changed over the years?
  12. Is there a new game you would like to try?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a game that you enjoy playing You should say:

  • what the game is
  • when and where you usually play it
  • who you usually play it with
  • and explain why you enjoy playing this game.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. Why do people enjoy playing games?
  2. What are the benefits of playing games?
  3. Do you think children spend too much time playing video games?
  4. Are traditional games still popular in your country?
  5. What is the difference between games that children played in the past and games they play today?
  6. Can playing games help people develop useful skills?
  7. Should parents limit the amount of time their children spend playing games?
  8. How do you think games will change in the future?

30. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Culture & Traditions

  1. Is culture important to you?
  2. What traditions are common in your country?
  3. Which tradition do you like the most?
  4. Do you often take part in traditional celebrations?
  5. Did you learn about your culture when you were a child?
  6. Are there any traditions that your family follows?
  7. Do young people in your country follow traditional customs?
  8. Have any traditions changed in your country over the years?
  9. Do you enjoy learning about other cultures?
  10. Is there a traditional food that is popular in your culture?
  11. Do you think it is important to preserve traditional customs?
  12. What cultural tradition would you like to introduce to people from other countries?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a traditional custom or tradition in your country You should say:

  • what the tradition is
  • when and how people follow it
  • who usually takes part in it
  • and explain why this tradition is important to your culture.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. Why are traditions important to a country’s culture?
  2. How have traditional customs changed in recent years?
  3. Do young people have less interest in traditions than older people?
  4. What can parents do to teach children about their culture?
  5. Do you think globalization is affecting traditional cultures?
  6. Should governments take steps to protect traditional customs?
  7. What are the benefits of learning about other cultures?
  8. Do you think some traditional customs will disappear in the future?

31. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Festivals

  1. Do you enjoy celebrating festivals?
  2. What is your favourite festival?
  3. How do you usually celebrate festivals?
  4. What festivals are popular in your country?
  5. Did you enjoy festivals when you were a child?
  6. Do you usually celebrate festivals with your family or friends?
  7. What kind of food do people eat during festivals in your country?
  8. Do you prefer traditional festivals or modern celebrations?
  9. Have the way people celebrate festivals changed over the years?
  10. Do you usually give gifts during festivals?
  11. What is the most important festival in your country?
  12. Would you like to experience a festival in another country?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a festival that you enjoy celebrating You should say:

  • what the festival is
  • when and where it is celebrated
  • what people usually do during this festival
  • and explain why you enjoy celebrating this festival.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. Why are festivals important to people?
  2. How do festivals help preserve culture and traditions?
  3. Do you think young people are still interested in traditional festivals?
  4. How have festivals changed compared with the past?
  5. What are the benefits of celebrating festivals with family and friends?
  6. Do you think festivals have become too commercial nowadays?
  7. Should governments spend money on organizing public festivals?
  8. How can festivals help people learn about other cultures?

32. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Food

  1. What kind of food do you like?
  2. What is your favourite food?
  3. How often do you eat your favourite food?
  4. Do you prefer eating at home or at restaurants?
  5. Do you enjoy cooking?
  6. What food did you like when you were a child?
  7. Are there any foods that you do not like?
  8. Do you usually eat healthy food?
  9. What kind of food is popular in your country?
  10. Do you prefer traditional food or international food?
  11. Have your food preferences changed over the years?
  12. Is there any food you would like to try in the future?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a food that you really enjoy eating You should say:

  • what the food is
  • what it looks and tastes like
  • when and where you usually eat it
  • and explain why you really enjoy eating this food.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. Why is food an important part of people’s culture?
  2. How have people’s eating habits changed in recent years?
  3. Do you think people eat healthier food nowadays?
  4. Why do many people prefer eating fast food?
  5. Should parents teach children how to cook?
  6. How has technology changed the way people buy and prepare food?
  7. Do you think traditional foods are becoming less popular among young people?
  8. What can governments do to encourage people to have healthier eating habits?

33. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Clothing

  1. Do you like buying clothes?
  2. What kind of clothes do you usually wear?
  3. What is your favourite piece of clothing?
  4. How often do you buy new clothes?
  5. Do you prefer comfortable or fashionable clothes?
  6. What kind of clothes do you wear at home?
  7. Do you spend a lot of money on clothes?
  8. Where do you usually buy your clothes?
  9. Do you like wearing traditional clothes?
  10. What clothes do you usually wear to special occasions?
  11. Have your clothing preferences changed over the years?
  12. Do you think people judge others by the clothes they wear?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a piece of clothing that you really like You should say:

  • what the piece of clothing is
  • when and where you bought it
  • how often you wear it
  • and explain why you like this piece of clothing.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. Why do people like buying new clothes?
  2. Do you think people care too much about fashion nowadays?
  3. How does clothing reflect a person’s personality?
  4. Why do some people prefer expensive clothes?
  5. Do young people and older people have different clothing preferences?
  6. How has fashion changed in recent years?
  7. Do you think traditional clothing is still important?
  8. What influence does social media have on people’s clothing choices?

34. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Gifts

  1. Do you like giving gifts to other people?
  2. Do you like receiving gifts?
  3. What kind of gifts do you usually give?
  4. What was the best gift you have ever received?
  5. Who usually gives you gifts?
  6. How often do you give gifts to your friends?
  7. Do you prefer giving expensive or inexpensive gifts?
  8. What gifts are popular in your country?
  9. Do you usually choose gifts carefully?
  10. Have you ever received a gift that you did not like?
  11. Do you think handmade gifts are better than bought gifts?
  12. Is it important to give gifts on special occasions?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a gift that you received and really liked You should say:

  • what the gift was
  • who gave it to you
  • when you received it
  • and explain why you liked this gift.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. Why do people give gifts to each other?
  2. What kinds of gifts are suitable for different occasions?
  3. Do you think people spend too much money on gifts?
  4. Are handmade gifts more meaningful than expensive gifts?
  5. How has the way people give gifts changed over time?
  6. Why do some people find it difficult to choose gifts?
  7. Do children and adults have different attitudes towards gifts?
  8. Is it better to give someone a useful gift or a memorable gift?

35. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Advertisement

  1. Do you often see advertisements?
  2. What kind of advertisements do you like?
  3. Where do you usually see advertisements?
  4. Do you prefer advertisements on TV or on the internet?
  5. Have you ever bought something because of an advertisement?
  6. What kinds of products are commonly advertised in your country?
  7. Do you think advertisements are useful?
  8. Do advertisements influence your shopping habits?
  9. What makes an advertisement attractive to people?
  10. Do you dislike any types of advertisements?
  11. Are advertisements popular among young people?
  12. Do you think there are too many advertisements nowadays?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe an advertisement that you remember well You should say:

  • what the advertisement was about
  • where you saw or heard it
  • what product or service it promoted
  • and explain why you remember this advertisement well.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. Why are advertisements important for businesses?
  2. How do advertisements influence people’s buying decisions?
  3. Do you think advertisements aimed at children are appropriate?
  4. What makes an advertisement successful?
  5. How has advertising changed because of the internet?
  6. Do celebrities have a strong influence on advertisements?
  7. Why do some people dislike advertisements?
  8. Do you think advertising will become more important in the future?

36. IELTS Speaking Part 1: City vs Countryside

  1. Do you live in a city or in the countryside?
  2. Do you prefer living in a city or in the countryside?
  3. What do you like about living in a city?
  4. What do you like about living in the countryside?
  5. Have you ever lived in the countryside?
  6. Is the countryside a good place for children to grow up?
  7. What are the main differences between city life and countryside life?
  8. Do you think cities are more convenient than rural areas?
  9. What problems do people face when living in big cities?
  10. Would you like to move to the countryside in the future?
  11. Do people in the countryside have a better quality of life?
  12. Do you think more people will move to cities in the future?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a place where you would like to live, either in a city or in the countryside You should say:

  • where the place is
  • whether it is in a city or in the countryside
  • what kind of lifestyle you would have there
  • and explain why you would like to live in this place.

Part 3: Discussion

  1. What are the main advantages of living in a city?
  2. What are the main advantages of living in the countryside?
  3. Why do many young people prefer to live in cities?
  4. What problems can rapid urbanisation cause?
  5. Is life in the countryside becoming more difficult nowadays?
  6. How can governments improve life in rural areas?
  7. Do you think cities will become more crowded in the future?
  8. Which is better for people’s health, city life or countryside life?

37. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Weather

1. What kind of weather do you like?
2. What is the weather usually like in your country?
3. Do you prefer hot or cold weather?
4. What is your favourite season?
5. Do you often check the weather forecast?
6. Does the weather affect your mood?
7. What do you usually do when it rains?
8. Do you like rainy weather?
9. What kind of weather do you dislike?
10. Is the weather different from when you were a child?
11. Do you prefer sunny or cloudy days?
12. How does the weather affect your daily activities?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a type of weather that you really enjoy You should say:

  • what type of weather it is
  • when you usually experience this weather
  • what you like to do in this weather
  • and explain why you enjoy this type of weather.

Part 3: Discussion

1. Why do people like talking about the weather?
2. How does weather affect people’s daily lives?
3. Do you think weather forecasts are always reliable?
4. How does bad weather affect transportation?
5. Why do some people prefer hot weather while others prefer cold weather?
6. Do you think people’s attitudes towards weather have changed over time?
7. How can extreme weather affect a country’s economy?
8. Do you think climate change will make weather more unpredictable in the future?

38. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Transport

1. What kind of transport do you usually use?
2. How do you usually travel to work or school?
3. Do you prefer public transport or private transport?
4. How often do you use buses?
5. Do you like travelling by train?
6. What is the most popular means of transport in your country?
7. Is public transport convenient in your area?
8. Have you ever travelled by air?
9. Do you prefer travelling by car or by bus?
10. What problems do people face when using public transport?
11. Do you think people use cars too much nowadays?
12. What kind of transport would you like to use more in the future?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a journey you made using public transport You should say:

  • where you went
  • what type of public transport you used
  • who you travelled with
  • and explain how you felt about this journey.

Part 3: Discussion

1. What are the main advantages of public transport?
2. Why do many people prefer private cars?
3. How can governments encourage people to use public transport?
4. What problems are caused by too many cars in cities?
5. Do you think public transport should be free?
6. How has transportation changed in recent years?
7. What can be done to make public transport safer?
8. What do you think transportation will be like in the future?

39. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Famous Places

1. What famous places have you visited?
2. Is there a famous place near where you live?
3. What famous place would you like to visit?
4. Why do people like visiting famous places?
5. Do you often visit popular tourist attractions?
6. What famous places are popular in your country?
7. Do you prefer famous places or less crowded places?
8. Have you ever visited a famous historical place?
9. Do you like taking photos at famous places?
10. Would you like to visit famous places abroad?
11. What makes a place famous?
12. Do you think famous places are always worth visiting?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a famous place that you have visited You should say:

  • what the place is
  • where it is located
  • when you visited it and who you went with
  • and explain why this place is famous.

Part 3: Discussion

1. Why do some places become famous?
2. What types of places attract the most tourists?
3. Why do people like visiting famous historical places?
4. What are the advantages of tourism for famous places?
5. What problems can too many tourists cause?
6. Should governments spend money on preserving famous places?
7. How can technology help people learn about famous places?
8. Do you think social media makes places more popular?
9. Will famous places become more or less popular in the future?

40. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Work-life Balance

1. Do you think it is important to have a good work-life balance?
2. How do you usually balance work or study with your free time?
3. Do you think people work too much nowadays?
4. How many hours do you think people should work each day?
5. Do you find it easy to relax after work or study?
6. What do you usually do to relax after a busy day?
7. Do you think working from home helps people have a better work-life balance?
8. How can people make more time for their families?
9. Do you prefer having a busy schedule or a relaxed lifestyle?
10. Has your daily routine changed because of work or study?
11. What activities help you reduce stress?
12. Would you choose a high-paying job with long hours or a lower-paying job with more free time?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a time when you successfully balanced work or study with your personal life You should say:

  • when this happened
  • what work or study you had to do
  • what you did to manage your time
  • and explain how you felt about maintaining a good balance.

Part 3: Discussion

1. Why is work-life balance important for people?
2. Why do some people find it difficult to maintain a good work-life balance?
3. How does working long hours affect people’s lives?
4. Do employers have a responsibility to help employees maintain a healthy balance?
5. Is working from home a good way to improve work-life balance?
6. How can technology affect people’s work-life balance?
7. Do younger people have different attitudes towards work-life balance?
8. Why do some people choose work over their personal lives?
9. Do you think work-life balance will become more important in the future?

41. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Online Shopping

1. Do you often shop online?
2. What kinds of things do you usually buy online?
3. When did you first start shopping online?
4. Do you prefer online shopping or shopping in physical stores?
5. Is online shopping popular in your country?
6. What are the advantages of shopping online?
7. What problems can people face when shopping online?
8. Do you usually compare prices before buying something online?
9. Have you ever received something different from what you ordered?
10. Do you read customer reviews before buying products online?
11. Do you think online shopping saves time?
12. Would you like to buy more things online in the future?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe something you bought online that you were satisfied with. You should say:

  • what you bought
  • when and where you bought it
  • why you decided to buy it online
  • and explain why you were satisfied with your purchase.

Part 3: Discussion

1. Why has online shopping become so popular?
2. What are the main advantages of online shopping?
3. What are the disadvantages of buying things online?
4. Why do some people still prefer shopping in physical stores?
5. How does online shopping affect small local businesses?
6. Do you think people spend more money because of online shopping?
7. How can customers avoid problems when shopping online?
8. What effect does online shopping have on the environment?
9. Do you think online shopping will replace traditional shopping in the future?

42. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Social Problems

1. What social problems are common in your country?
2. What do you think is the biggest social problem today?
3. Are there many social problems in the area where you live?
4. Why do social problems occur?
5. Do young people face many social problems nowadays?
6. What social problems affect children the most?
7. Do you think poverty is a serious social problem?
8. How can people help solve social problems?
9. Do you think education can reduce social problems?
10. What role does the government play in solving social problems?
11. Do you think social problems are increasing nowadays?
12. Have social problems changed compared with the past?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a social problem that you think is important You should say:

  • what the social problem is
  • who is affected by it
  • what causes this problem
  • and explain what you think should be done to solve it.

Part 3: Discussion

1. What are the main causes of social problems in modern society?
2. Which social problems are most serious in cities?
3. Why do some social problems continue for many years?
4. What can governments do to reduce social problems?
5. How can schools help young people deal with social problems?
6. Do you think individuals have a responsibility to solve social problems?
7. How does poverty contribute to other social problems?
8. Can technology help solve social problems?
9. Do you think social problems will become more serious in the future?

43. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Communication

1. How do you usually communicate with your friends?
2. Do you prefer talking face-to-face or sending messages?
3. How often do you make phone calls?
4. Do you enjoy talking to new people?
5. Is communication important in your daily life?
6. What kind of communication do you use at work or school?
7. Do you prefer speaking or writing when communicating?
8. Do you think people communicate differently nowadays?
9. Have you ever had a problem because of poor communication?
10. Do you use social media to communicate with others?
11. Is it easy for you to express your feelings to other people?
12. Do you think good communication skills are important for success?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a person who you communicate with regularly. You should say:

  • who this person is
  • how you usually communicate with this person
  • what you usually talk about
  • and explain why you communicate with this person regularly.

Part 3: Discussion

1. Why is good communication important in people’s lives?
2. How has technology changed the way people communicate?
3. Do people communicate less face-to-face than in the past?
4. What are the main causes of communication problems between people?
5. Why are communication skills important in the workplace?
6. How can children develop better communication skills?
7. Do social media improve or harm communication?
8. Why do some people find it difficult to communicate with others?
9. Do you think communication will become easier in the future?

44. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Globalization

1. How do you usually communicate with your friends?
2. Do you prefer talking face-to-face or sending messages?
3. How often do you make phone calls?
4. Do you enjoy talking to new people?
5. Is communication important in your daily life?
6. What kind of communication do you use at work or school?
7. Do you prefer speaking or writing when communicating?
8. Do you think people communicate differently nowadays?
9. Have you ever had a problem because of poor communication?
10. Do you use social media to communicate with others?
11. Is it easy for you to express your feelings to other people?
12. Do you think good communication skills are important for success?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a way in which globalization has affected your life. You should say:

  • what aspect of globalization has affected you
  • when you first noticed this change
  • how it has influenced your daily life
  • and explain whether you think this influence has been positive or negative.

Part 3: Discussion

1. Why is good communication important in people’s lives?
2. How has technology changed the way people communicate?
3. Do people communicate less face-to-face than in the past?
4. What are the main causes of communication problems between people?
5. Why are communication skills important in the workplace?
6. How can children develop better communication skills?
7. Do social media improve or harm communication?
8. Why do some people find it difficult to communicate with others?
9. Do you think communication will become easier in the future?

45. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Success

1. What does success mean to you?
2. Do you think you are a successful person?
3. What is the most important thing for achieving success?
4. Do you think success is important in life?
5. Who do you consider a successful person?
6. Do you think money is necessary for success?
7. What kind of success do young people want nowadays?
8. Is it difficult to become successful in your country?
9. Do you think education is important for success?
10. Have you ever achieved something that made you feel successful?
11. Do you prefer personal success or professional success?
12. Do you think successful people are always happy?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a successful person you know. You should say:

  • who this person is
  • what this person has achieved
  • how this person became successful
  • and explain why you consider this person successful.

Part 3: Discussion

1. What are the main factors that lead to success?
2. Why do some people become more successful than others?
3. How important is hard work for achieving success?
4. Do you think money is a good measure of success?
5. What role does education play in achieving success?
6. Should parents encourage their children to be successful?
7. Can failure help people become successful?
8. How has the definition of success changed over time?
9. Do you think society puts too much pressure on people to be successful?

46. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Happiness

1. What makes you happy?
2. Are you a happy person?
3. When do you usually feel happy?
4. What did you do to make yourself happy recently?
5. Do you think money can make people happy?
6. Do you prefer spending time alone or with others when you want to feel happy?
7. What activities make you feel relaxed and happy?
8. Are people happier now than they were in the past?
9. Does your work or study affect your happiness?
10. What makes children happy?
11. Do you think happiness is important for a successful life?
12. Do you think people can choose to be happy?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a time when you felt very happy You should say:

  • when this happened
  • where you were and who you were with
  • what happened to make you feel happy
  • and explain why you felt so happy at that time.

Part 3: Discussion

1. What are the main things that make people happy?
2. Why do some people seem happier than others?
3. Is happiness more important than money?
4. How can people maintain happiness during difficult times?
5. Do you think having a good job makes people happier?
6. How does family influence people’s happiness?
7. Does social media make people happier or less happy?
8. Why do some wealthy people still feel unhappy?
9. Do you think people will be happier in the future?

47. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Leadership

1. Do you think you are a good leader?
2. Have you ever been a leader of a group?
3. What qualities should a good leader have?
4. Do you like working with a strong leader?
5. Who is a good leader you know?
6. Do you think leadership skills are important for students?
7. Is it difficult to become a good leader?
8. Do you prefer to lead a group or follow someone else?
9. What makes a leader successful?
10. Can leadership skills be learned?
11. Do young people have enough opportunities to develop leadership skills?
12. Do you think leaders have more responsibilities than other people?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a person who you think is a good leader. You should say:

  • who this person is
  • what position or role this person has
  • what qualities make this person a good leader
  • and explain why you consider this person a good leader.

Part 3: Discussion

1. What are the most important qualities of a good leader?
2. Why are some people better leaders than others?
3. Can leadership skills be taught to children?
4. What is the difference between a good leader and a bad leader?
5. Should leaders always listen to the opinions of other people?
6. How important is confidence for a leader?
7. Do good leaders need to be strict?
8. What role does leadership play in the workplace?
9. Do you think leadership will become more important in the future?

48. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Teamwork

1. Do you enjoy working in a team?
2. Do you prefer working alone or with other people?
3. Have you ever worked as part of a team?
4. What makes a good team?
5. What are the advantages of teamwork?
6. Is it easy for you to work with different types of people?
7. What problems can people face when working in a team?
8. Do you think teamwork is important for students?
9. Do you prefer being a team leader or a team member?
10. What skills are important for successful teamwork?
11. Have you ever had a disagreement with a teammate?
12. Do you think people can learn teamwork skills?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a successful team project that you were involved in. You should say:

  • what the project was
  • who you worked with
  • what you did as a member of the team
  • and explain why the team was successful.

Part 3: Discussion

1. Why is teamwork important in the workplace?
2. What are the main advantages of working in a team?
3. What problems can occur when people work together?
4. What qualities make someone a good team member?
5. Should schools teach children how to work in teams?
6. Why do some people prefer working alone?
7. How can a team solve disagreements between its members?
8. Is a good team leader more important than good team members?
9. Do you think teamwork will become more important in the future?

49. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Decision Making

1. Are you good at making decisions?
2. Do you usually make decisions quickly?
3. Do you prefer making decisions alone or asking others for advice?
4. What kinds of decisions are difficult for you to make?
5. Do you think young people can make good decisions?
6. Have you ever made a decision that you regretted?
7. Do you usually think carefully before making an important decision?
8. Do you often ask your family or friends for advice?
9. Is it easier to make decisions now than when you were younger?
10. Do you think emotions affect people’s decisions?
11. What is the most important factor when making a decision?
12. Do you think people should always follow their own decisions?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe an important decision you have made. You should say:

  • what the decision was
  • when you made it
  • who helped you make the decision
  • and explain why this decision was important to you.

Part 3: Discussion

1. Why do some people find it difficult to make decisions?
2. What factors should people consider when making important decisions?
3. Is it better to make decisions quickly or take a lot of time?
4. Why do people often ask others for advice?
5. Do parents influence the decisions their children make?
6. How can people improve their decision-making skills?
7. Do emotions have a positive or negative effect on decision making?
8. Should young people be allowed to make important decisions on their own?
9. Do you think technology will make decision making easier in the future?

50. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Influence of Media

1. How often do you use the media?
2. What type of media do you use most often?
3. Do you prefer watching the news on TV or reading it online?
4. How does the media influence your daily life?
5. Do you think the media is important in modern society?
6. What kind of news do you usually follow?
7. Do you trust the information you get from the media?
8. How does social media influence young people?
9. Do you think people spend too much time consuming media?
10. Have you ever changed your opinion because of something you saw in the media?
11. Do you prefer traditional media or online media?
12. Do you think the influence of media has increased in recent years?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a piece of news or media story that influenced your opinion. You should say:

  • what the news or media story was
  • where you saw or heard about it
  • what information it provided
  • and explain how it influenced your opinion.

Part 3: Discussion

1. How does the media influence people’s opinions?
2. Why do people believe information they see in the media?
3. What influence does the media have on young people?
4. How can the media affect people’s political or social views?
5. What are the advantages of social media compared with traditional media?
6. What problems can false information in the media cause?
7. Should governments control the information published by the media?
8. How does advertising influence people’s behaviour?
9. Do you think the media will become even more influential in the future?

51. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Vegetable

1. Do you like eating vegetables?
2. What is your favourite vegetable?
3. What vegetables do you usually eat?
4. How often do you eat vegetables?
5. Did you like vegetables when you were a child?
6. Are vegetables popular in your country?
7. Do you prefer fresh or frozen vegetables?
8. How are vegetables usually cooked in your country?
9. Do you think children should eat more vegetables?
10. Do you often buy vegetables yourself?
11. Is it easy to find fresh vegetables where you live?
12. Do you think people eat enough vegetables nowadays?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a vegetable that you really like. You should say:

  • what the vegetable is
  • how it is usually prepared or cooked
  • when you usually eat it
  • and explain why you like this vegetable.

Part 3: Discussion

1. Why are vegetables important for people’s health?
2. Why do some people dislike eating vegetables?
3. How can parents encourage children to eat more vegetables?
4. Are people eating more vegetables nowadays than in the past?
5. What are the most popular vegetables in your country?
6. How does the way vegetables are cooked affect their nutritional value?
7. Should schools provide more vegetables in school meals?
8. What can governments do to encourage people to eat healthier food?
9. Do you think people’s eating habits will change in the future?

52. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Education

1. Do you enjoy studying?
2. What is your favourite part of education?
3. What subjects did you enjoy studying at school?
4. Do you think education is important?
5. What kind of education did you receive when you were young?
6. Do you prefer studying alone or with other people?
7. What are the main problems with the education system in your country?
8. Do you think students have too much homework?
9. What role does technology play in education?
10. Do you think online education is effective?
11. What skills should schools teach students?
12. Would you like to study something new in the future?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe an educational experience that was important to you. You should say:

  • what the experience was
  • when and where it happened
  • what you learned from it
  • and explain why this experience was important to you.

Part 3: Discussion

1. Why is education important for society?
2. What are the main differences between education today and in the past?
3. Should schools focus more on practical skills or academic subjects?
4. How can technology improve the quality of education?
5. What problems do students commonly face in education?
6. Should university education be free for everyone?
7. How can teachers motivate students to study?
8. Do you think online education will replace traditional classrooms?
9. What changes should be made to the education system in the future?

53. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Study

1. What are you studying at the moment?
2. Why did you choose your field of study?
3. Do you enjoy your studies?
4. What is your favourite subject?
5. Do you prefer studying in the morning or at night?
6. How many hours do you usually study each day?
7. Do you prefer studying alone or with friends?
8. Where do you usually study?
9. What do you find difficult about studying?
10. Do you use the internet to help with your studies?
11. Have your study habits changed over the years?
12. What would you like to study in the future?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a subject that you are studying or have studied. You should say:

  • what the subject is
  • when and where you studied it
  • what you learned from this subject
  • and explain why you chose to study this subject.

Part 3: Discussion

1. Why do some students find it difficult to concentrate on their studies?
2. What are the best ways to develop good study habits?
3. Is it better to study alone or with other people?
4. How can technology help students with their studies?
5. Why do some students perform better than others?
6. Should students be allowed to choose what they study?
7. How important is time management for students?
8. Do you think students study too much nowadays?
9. How do you think studying will change in the future?

54. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Scenery

1. Do you like looking at beautiful scenery?
2. What kind of scenery do you like the most?
3. Do you prefer natural or city scenery?
4. Is there any beautiful scenery near where you live?
5. Do you often take photos of beautiful scenery?
6. Have you ever visited a place with amazing scenery?
7. Do you prefer mountains or beaches?
8. Does beautiful scenery make you feel relaxed?
9. Do you enjoy looking at scenery while travelling?
10. What kind of scenery is common in your country?
11. Has the scenery in your area changed over the years?
12. Would you like to live in a place with beautiful scenery?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a place with beautiful scenery that you have visited. You should say:

  • where the place is
  • when you visited it
  • what the scenery was like
  • and explain why you found the scenery beautiful.

Part 3: Discussion

1. Why do people enjoy visiting places with beautiful scenery?
2. What types of natural scenery attract tourists?
3. Why do some people prefer natural scenery to city views?
4. How can beautiful scenery benefit people’s mental well-being?
5. Should governments protect areas with beautiful scenery?
6. How does tourism affect natural scenery?
7. Do you think modern cities should have more green spaces?
8. How has technology changed the way people enjoy scenery?
9. Do you think natural scenery will become more valuable in the future?

55. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Team Sports

1. Do you like playing team sports?
2. What team sports do you enjoy?
3. Did you play any team sports when you were a child?
4. Do you prefer team sports or individual sports?
5. How often do you play team sports?
6. Who do you usually play team sports with?
7. What is the most popular team sport in your country?
8. Do you enjoy watching team sports?
9. What skills are important in team sports?
10. Have you ever been a member of a sports team?
11. Do team sports help people make friends?
12. Would you like to try a new team sport in the future?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a team sport that you enjoy playing or watching. You should say:

  • what the sport is
  • how you first became interested in it
  • who you usually play or watch it with
  • and explain why you enjoy this team sport.

Part 3: Discussion

1. Why are team sports popular among people?
2. What are the main benefits of playing team sports?
3. What skills can children learn from team sports?
4. Why do some people prefer individual sports?
5. How can team sports help people develop friendships?
6. Should schools encourage students to participate in team sports?
7. What makes a successful sports team?
8. How important is a good coach for a team?
9. Do you think team sports will become more popular in the future?

56. IELTS Speaking Part 1: Daily Life

1. What is your daily routine like?
2. What do you usually do in the morning?
3. What do you usually do in the evening?
4. Do you have a busy daily life?
5. What part of your daily life do you enjoy the most?
6. Do you usually follow the same routine every day?
7. How do you spend your free time during the day?
8. Do you think your daily life is different from that of your parents?
9. What activity do you do every day?
10. Do you think technology makes daily life easier?
11. Is there anything you would like to change about your daily routine?
12. Do you think people have become busier in their daily lives?

Part 2: Cue Card

Describe a typical day in your life. You should say:

  • what you usually do during the day
  • what time you usually start and finish your daily activities
  • which part of the day you enjoy the most
  • and explain why this is a typical day for you.

Part 3: Discussion

1. How has daily life changed compared with the past?
2. Why do people have such busy daily lives nowadays?
3. How does technology make people’s daily lives easier?
4. What problems can a busy daily routine cause?
5. Why is it important to have a regular daily routine?
6. How can people make better use of their time?
7. Do children have more activities in their daily lives than in the past?
8. How does work affect people’s daily lives?
9. Do you think people’s daily lives will become easier in the future?

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