IELTS Commentry: February 2023

Tuesday, 28 February 2023

IELTS test in India – February 2023 (General Training)

IELTS General Training Latest Questions India February 2023

Our friend A.J. took his IELTS exam in India and remembered the following questions:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a letter)

You accidentally left an important item while checking out of a hotel. Write a letter to the hotel manager and ask to send the item back to you. In your letter,

– Provide the details of your stay
– Describe the item you left behind
– Tell the hotel manager how to return it to you.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

People are not exercising regularly, even though they know it is beneficial for their health. Why is this a problem? What can be done to tackle it?

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Do you live in a house or an apartment?
– Do you like the people in your area? Why/why not?
– Did you play sports when you were young?
– What was your favourite sport?
– Did you know someone who was good at sports?
– Do you have small businesses in your area?
– Do you prefer buying from a small business?
– Why do you support small businesses?
– How can people support small businesses?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe an area in your home where you feel relaxed. You should say:

– what area or room it is
– when you spend time in it
– why you feel relaxed there
– and explain what you do to relax.

Follow up question: Do you have much time to relax?

Part 3 (Discussion)

– How do people relax?
– Can people relax in their homes?
– Should the government encourage relaxation activities?
– Do you think there should be classes for teaching young people and children how to relax?
– How can schools include these activities in their schedule?
– Are school trips a good way to relax?

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Monday, 27 February 2023

IELTS Speaking test in Canada – February 2023

IELTS Speaking Recent Questions Canada February 2023

Thanks to the wonderful V.B. today we are sharing the Speaking questions that she remembered from her recent exam in Canada:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your full name?
– Do you live in a house or an apartment?
– Do you work or study?
– What kind of job do you have?
– Do you like your job?
– Does your work require a lot of effort or activity?
– What do you do after work?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Talk about a situation where you had to wait. You should say

– what you waited for
– why you had to wait
– what you did while waiting
– and explain how you felt after waiting for that particular thing.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– You said that waiting takes a lot of patience. Do you believe that patience is a virtue? Why?
– Do you think being patient is a skill we are born with, or is it developed as we experience certain situations?
– Do you think the older generation is more patient compared to the younger generation?
– You talked about technology. Do you think things are more convenient because of technology?
– Are you a fan of using social media?
– Do you use social media often?
– What are the advantages and disadvantages of social media?

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Sunday, 26 February 2023

IELTS test in Sri Lanka – February 2023 (Academic Module)

IELTS Academic Recent Questions Sri Lanka February 2023

Thanks to our kind friend D.J. we are sharing the recent writing questions from an IELTS exam in Sri Lanka, below:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

The table below describes water usage for 3 different purposes in 6 countries in 2003.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

IELTS Writing Task 1 Table Water Usage for Domestic Agricultural and Industrial Purposes In 6 Countries In 2003

* Note: this isn’t the actual table given in the test, it was recreated for the purpose of demonstration.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Some believe that success in life comes from hard work and determination. Others think that it depends on factors such as money or personal appearance.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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Saturday, 25 February 2023

IELTS Speaking test in India – February 2023

IELTS Speaking Recent Questions India February 2023

Thanks to our kind friend S.P. we are sharing the Speaking questions that he remembered from his recent exam in India:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your name?
– Do you live in a city or in the countryside?
– Are you a student or do you work?
– Do you like to stay up late?
– When you were a child and you stayed up late, what did you do?
– How do you feel the next day after having a late night?
– How do you spend your weekends?
– Do you have plans for the next weekend?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a leisure activity that you did when you were young. You should say

– what it was
– where you did it
– who you did it with
– and explain how you felt about this activity.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Is it important to spend time doing leisure activities?
– Are there leisure activities that are popular in your country? What are they?
– Do men and women enjoy the same leisure activities?
– What types of activities do young people do for pleasure? How about older people?
– Are the activities that are popular now the same as ones that were popular in the past?
– What leisure activities do you think will be popular in the future?

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Thursday, 23 February 2023

IELTS Speaking Test, Part 3 questions with model answers (Losing things + Archaeological finds)

IELTS Band 9 Speaking Model Answers February 2023

Here are some high-scoring Part 3 model answers for the Speaking Test that was shared by a student from Nigeria. The answers show a good way to respond to these questions.

Speaking test

Part 3 (Discussion)

1. Why do people lose their things?

People often lose their things for many reasons, including forgetfulness, carelessness, and distraction. Sometimes people are so absorbed in what they are doing that they unintentionally overlook details and end up misplacing their items. It’s easy for someone to become so enthralled in an activity or task that they simply forget about their belongings and leave them behind somewhere. In some instances, people’s items get stolen or misplaced by other people as well.

2. How can people prevent losing their property?

I think there are several things that people can do to protect their property and possessions from being lost or stolen, like keeping track of their belongings while out and about, by ensuring they have secure pockets or bags which aren’t easily accessible and can be kept firmly shut with zippers or buckles whenever possible. Additionally, people can use tracking services for valuable items such as phones, watches or tablets that allow users to track them down with a help of GPS. It is a great way to ensure that these valuables don’t get lost forever when misplaced.

3. How can losing property be prevented in public places?

When visiting public places like shopping centres and parks, it’s important to be vigilant at all times since thieves often steal wallets or other valuables in these busy places. One way this can be done is by making sure not to leave any valuable items unattended. I also think that public places should have CCTV cameras installed so that it’s easier to identify criminals and the cameras themselves serve as a deterrent to thieves.

4. Why do archaeologists search for buried items?

I believe that archaeologists search for buried items as a way to gain a better understanding of past societies and cultures. They are interested in uncovering objects that people used to perform their daily activities and rituals, which can provide valuable insight into the lifestyles, beliefs, and knowledge of various ancient civilizations. They can piece together a more complete picture of how people lived during different periods in history by examining these artefacts.

5. What do they do with the artefacts they find?

I am not really sure since I don’t have a lot of knowledge about this field, but I think that once archaeologists have unearthed a valuable artefact, they will usually take it back to a laboratory to study it in a safe environment and determine its age, and function.

6. Should those artefacts be kept in their country of origin or allowed to be taken out of the country?

There isn’t one correct answer to this question, because of the moral implications associated with removing artefacts from their country of origin without considering local customs, and laws concerning cultural heritage protection. Personally, I think that these historical items form part of a nation’s identity and offer invaluable insights into its history, and for that reason they should not be taken away without proper authorization from local authorities.

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Wednesday, 22 February 2023

IELTS Speaking test in Ghana – February 2023

IELTS Speaking Recent Questions Ghana February 2023

Our kind friend E.A. took his IELTS Speaking test a few days ago and remembered the following questions:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your name?
– Where do you live?
– Do you like social media?
– How often do you use social media?
– What is the effect of social media on your society?
– What is the importance of friends?
– Are friends important to children?
– What are some of the negative and positive impacts of friends on children?
– Do you feel children nowadays are happier than older people when they are giving gifts?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a friend of yours. You should say:

– who he/she is
– where you met him/her for the first time
– what you do together
– and explain what you like about your friend.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– How does your society see friendship?
– Are friends important to people your age?
– Do you think friends are more important to the older or younger generation?
– Do you agree with the saying that childhood friends are the best?
– Do you think childhood friendship can last forever?
– What is your opinion about making friends online?
– What is the effect of social media on friendship?

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Tuesday, 21 February 2023

IELTS test in the UK – February 2023 (Academic Module)

IELTS Academic Recent Questions UK February 2023

Our friend took IELTS in the UK a few days ago and remembered the following questions:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

The graphs below give information about male and female prisoners in a European country between 1911 and 2001.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

IELTS Writing Task 1 Line Graph Male Prison Population 1911 - 2001

IELTS Writing Task 1 Line Graph Female Prison Population 1911 - 2001

* Note: these aren’t the actual graphs given in the test, they were recreated for the purpose of demonstration.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Some say that university students should pay the full cost of their studies because higher education only benefits the students and not the society.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

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Monday, 20 February 2023

IELTS Online – everything you need to know

IELTS Online Frequently Asked Questions

There is a new way to take IELTS: it is called IELTS online and you take the test from the privacy of your home. At the moment you can only take an Academic IELTS test online (not General Training), and your IELTS certificate isn’t acceptable for immigration purposes.

Many people are curious about this convenient option, but also a little bit cautious because it is very new. It is only human to fear the unknown, and the best antidote is to get some information – which is why we have interviewed a student who took IELTS online very recently.

Francesco took IELTS online from his home in Italy, and here is what he said about his experience:

Before taking the test, Francesco downloaded a special software that locks your computer down to the IELTS test and doesn’t let you visit any other websites. It shuts down all the processes running in the background on your computer.

Before the test started, Francesco showed his passport to the proctor who took some time to verify the document. Who is a proctor? It is an IELTS invigilator who monitors your Listening, Reading, and Writing tests online.

The check-in process is very thorough as the proctor asks you to show every single angle of the room. Also, they don’t want you to move your head nor your lips when you read (and they interrupt you during the exam if you are doing so).

Once the identification process is over and the test begins, you don’t see the proctor anymore, but if they think there is something wrong with the way you behave (you are moving your lips, etc), they will block you and then you will see their face as they talk to you.

To take a bathroom break, you need to get the proctor’s attention by raising your hand and waiting until they respond to you. You can’t leave your desk without their permission. Only one 5-minute bathroom break is allowed and you must take it between test sections (after the Listening test and before the Reading test, or after the Reading test and before the Writing test). When you come back from the break, you need to go through the whole check in process again, grab your laptop and do another 360 degree check of the room (ceiling and floor included).

The order of the sub-tests is Listening, Reading and Writing. Each sub-test has a fixed duration, and the software takes you through them automatically, so you don’t need to do anything to go from Listening to Reading or from Reading to Writing. It is important to know that you can only change your answers while you’re in the same sub-test. For example, if the Listening test has finished and you were taken to the Reading test, you won’t be able to go back and change your Listening answers. The Speaking test is usually taken a day or two before the other 3 sections and you do it via a video call with the examiner.

Francesco’s first impression of the Listening test was that it seemed easier than the practice tests he did previously. Instead of filling in the blanks with his own words, there were alternatives presented that he could choose from. However, they didn’t spell two personal names on the recording so he couldn’t grasp them. He wasn’t allowed to use scratch paper in the Listening test to take notes, but it was possible to type notes on screen. You just need to right click on any part of the text, and then you’ll be able to type notes.

In the Speaking test, in Parts 1 and 3 the examiner asked the questions on a video call. In Part 2 they showed a cue card on the screen and then gave Francesco 1 minute to think and write down notes on the IELTS software. Francesco liked the attitude of the examiner who asked follow-up questions based on his responses, so that was really nice.

So, if you are interested in taking IELTS Online, here is the list of countries where it is currently available:

Argentina, Austria, Australia, Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil, Cameroon, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, Ethiopia, Finland, France, Germany, Ghana, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Laos, Macao, Malaysia, Morocco, Myanmar, Netherlands, New Zealand, Paraguay, Philippines, Portugal, Qatar, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkey, Uganda, Ukraine, Venezuela, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

If you intend to take IELTS Online (or the computer-delivered IELTS), the best way to prepare is on a computer, and we have developed a website with an interface very similar to the one you will see in your IELTS exam. Visit our IELTS Online Prep Platform today and make the most of your preparation by signing up for the free trial. You will be able to do a complete IELTS test (with or without time limits), see your score, check your answers and get help with understanding why these answers are correct. To continue practicing you can unlock more practice tests for a minimal fee – we intentionally made it extremely affordable for our students.

Do you have questions about IELTS online? You can ask them in comments.

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Sunday, 19 February 2023

IELTS Results competition winners in January 2023

What would IELTS Band 7 mean to you, would it make you happy? How about Band 8, would you be jumping up and down with joy? Today we are celebrating 11 test takers whose hard work was rewarded with an awesome start to the New Year!

The people in this diverse group come from Italy, India, Nigeria, Sri Lanka, Uzbekistan, Romania and Turkey, so it looks like the entire globe will be sparkling with happiness today! Put your hands together and give them a round of applause.

IELTS results competition winners of January 2023

Academic Module

1st place – Loris Zevrain from Italy, Band 8
1st place – Ridhima Chawla from India, Band 8
1st place – Sai Krishna Gupta from India, Band 8
1st place – Anhad Dhiman from India, Band 8
1st place – Precious Omobolaji Oluboyede from Nigeria, Band 8
1st place – Kasthuri Kanagarah from Sri Lanka, Band 8
2nd place – Amirshox Axmedov from Uzbekistan, Band 7.5
2nd place – Preetraj Singh Gujral from India, Band 7.5
3rd place – Iuliana Daraba from Romania, Band 7

General Training Module

1st place – Juliet Mamu-Igbuwe from Nigeria, Band 7.5
1st place – Mustafa Basaran Bozbiyik from Turkey, Band 7

These are some impressive scores! To mark this happy day we are sending our winners their certificates of achievement via email. We are also adding the winning IELTS results to the IELTS-Blog hall of fame – so please feel free to show them off to your friends!

How did they score so well?

It feels amazing to see our student take the first place!

Loris used the book Target Band 7 and our practice tests in his exam preparation and loved them so much that he wrote a 5-star review for every book. After receiving his IELTS score he certainly wasn’t disappointed – this email says it all:

“I’ve already taken the test and got an 8.0! I’m so happy about that, I didn’t expect that result. Thank you so much again for helping me.”

Another student of ours, Amirshox, took IELTS on computer and prepared for it on our IELTS Online Prep platform, because it provides a very close simulation of the computer-based IELTS, in terms of look and feel, functions, task types and difficulty level. Amirshox was thrilled when he received his IELTS results – Band 7.5 was exactly what he needed!

As for the other winners – we would love to hear from you, because when you share your stories and tell us how you studied, you are helping thousands of test takers, preparing for their exams right now. Any useful tips will be posted on IELTS-Blog.com, so that everyone can use the same technique and get a better score in their own exam this month.

Did you know? IELTS results competition runs every month, and everyone is welcome to participate. Learn how to enroll here.

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Thursday, 16 February 2023

IELTS Speaking Test, Part 2 question with model answer (Describe something that you lost and found)

IELTS Speaking Part 2 Model Answer 2023

Here is a high-scoring Speaking Test Part 2 model answer for the cue card that was shared by a student from Nigeria. The answer shows a good way to respond to this question.

Speaking test

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe something that you lost and found. You should say

– what it was
– when you lost it
– how you found it
– and explain how you felt about it.

Answer

I recently lost and found my wallet, which was a huge relief. It had all my identification cards, debit and credit cards, as well as some cash inside, so it was quite a valuable possession to me.

I lost it about two weeks ago when I was shopping at the mall. I usually keep my wallet in my back pocket but for some reason, I must have forgotten to put it back that day. So, naturally, when I got home from the mall in the afternoon, I realised my wallet wasn’t there and immediately started searching everywhere for it.

Luckily though, after a few days of looking around and asking people if they had seen my wallet, it turned up again! Apparently, someone who worked in the mall saw me leave it behind in the dressing room and decided to turn it in to the shop’s customer service counter instead of keeping it for themselves.

When I heard this news, it filled me with immense joy – firstly because all my personal belongings were still safe and sound inside the wallet; and secondly because there are still honest people in this world who don’t just mindlessly go around stealing things that don’t belong to them. Looking back on this incident has made me realise how much these kinds of small gestures can mean to people, when they are vulnerable and in need of help or assistance. This experience highlighted to me how important human kindness is.

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Wednesday, 15 February 2023

IELTS Speaking test in Senegal – February 2023

IELTS Speaking Recent Questions Senegal February 2023

Thanks to our kind friend M, today we are sharing these IELTS Speaking questions from a recent test in Senegal:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your name?
– Do you work or study?
– Where do you live, in a house or an apartment?
– What are the things that used to make you happy when you were a child?
– What makes you feel happy now?
– Do you feel happy often?
– Is it important to be happy?
– Can someone stay happy all the time?
– Do you think money can make people happy?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Talk about a time when you had an unusual meal. You should say:

– when it was
– who was there with you
– what you did
– and explain why that meal was unusual.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Is fast food popular in your country? Why/why not?
– What is the most common food in your country? Why?
– How is this particular food cooked?
– Do people in your country still eat the same food as in the past, or has it changed? In what way?
– Are there many vegetarians in your country?
– Are there benefits to eating a vegetarian diet? What are they?
– Are there disadvantages to the vegetarian diet? What are they?

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Tuesday, 14 February 2023

IELTS test in Nigeria – February 2023 (Academic Module)

IELTS Academic Recent Questions Nigeria February 2023

Our friend took IELTS in Nigeria a few days ago and remembered the following questions:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

The chart below provides information on the use of the Internet in the UK by different age groups, between 2013 and 2018.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

IELTS Writing Task 1 Bar Chart Use of Internet in UK by age group 2013-2018

* Note: this isn’t the actual chart given in the test, it was recreated for the purpose of demonstration.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

In many countries, city planners locate offices, schools, homes and shops in certain areas so that they are separated by distance. Do you think the advantages of this practice outweigh the disadvantages?

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Monday, 13 February 2023

IELTS Report, topic: Four pie charts describing sectors of employment in two towns, in 2009 and 2020

IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Model Answer Band 8

This is a model answer for an Academic Writing Task 1 from the IELTS exam in India and Nepal, shared recently. This response is likely to get Band 8 or 8.5 in IELTS.

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task

The charts below describe 4 sectors of employment, in 2009 and 2020, in two towns. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Write at least 150 words

IELTS Writing Task 1 Employment Town A

IELTS Writing Task 1 Employment Town B

* Note: these aren’t the actual charts given in the test, they were recreated for the purpose of demonstration.

Band 8.5 Model Answer

The two pie charts show information about employment in Manufacturing, Hospitality, Engineering and Teaching in 2 towns in the years 2009 and 2020.

Overall, it can be clearly seen that there was a significant increase in the number of people employed in Manufacturing in Town A, while Town B experienced a substantial decline in the same sector.

Taking a closer look at Town A, the amount of people employed in the Manufacturing sector tripled from 20% in 2009 to 60% in 2020, while the Engineering sector experienced a sharp decrease during the same period, from 60% to 17%, in an inverse pattern to Manufacturing sector’s figures. The changes to Hospitality and Teaching sectors’ employment were quite minor in both years, with Hospitality slightly increasing from 11% to 15% and Teaching staff numbers shrinking from 9% to 8%.

Moving on to Town B, Hospitality and Teaching experienced growth of similar proportions, with Teaching increasing twofold from 10% in 2009 to 20% in 2020 and Hospitality slightly less, from 15% in 2009 to 20% in 2020. The Manufacturing sector witnessed a large reduction in figures, from 40% to 25%, while Engineering had no changes.

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Sunday, 12 February 2023

IELTS test in Canada – January 2023 (General Training)

IELTS General Training Latest Questions Canada January 2023

Our friends D.K. and L.A. took their IELTS exams in Canada and remembered the following questions:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a letter)

A cafe near your home put some chairs and tables on the pavement for customers. This creates a problem for you. Write a letter to the manager of the cafe to complain about this matter. In your letter,

– Describe the problem
– Explain how it affects you
– Say what you will do if this matter is not resolved

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Some people think that TV advertisements can be useful for viewers, while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Can I see your ID?
– What is your name?
– Do you live in a house or an apartment?
– What is your favourite part of the house?
– What item in your house do you care about the most?
– Do you have any common property that you share with your family?
– Which skills did you inherit from your parents?
– Which skills did you learn at school?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a time when you were very busy. You should say

– when it was
– why you were busy
– what you did
– and explain how you felt about it.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Why do people work long hours?
– In what ways can employers compensate people for working long hours?
– Do you think incentives are a good way to compensate for long workdays?
– What do you think about pressure at work? Is it good to have?
– Do you think employees work best under pressure?
– How important are entertainment activities at workplaces?

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Thursday, 9 February 2023

IELTS test in Italy – January 2023 (Academic Module)

IELTS Academic Recent Questions Italy January 2023

Thanks to our friends who took IELTS in Italy, we are sharing these questions today:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

The charts below provide information about the unemployment rate amongst men and women over the age of 60 in Belgium, USA, Japan and Australia, in the years 1980 and 2000.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

IELTS Writing Task 1 Bar Chart Percentage Of Unemployed Men Over 60

IELTS Writing Task 1 Bar Chart Percentage Of Unemployed Women Over 60

* Note: these aren’t the actual charts given in the test, they were recreated for the purpose of demonstration.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Some people believe that using taxpayer funds to look for life on other planets is important. Others, however, think that it is a waste of public money because there are much more important issues requiring funding on our own planet. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your name?
– Are you currently working or studying?
– Do you like wearing T-shirts?
– Do you like T-shirts with pictures or prints?
– Have you ever bought anyone a T-shirt as a gift?
– Do you think older people should wear T-shirts?
– If you saw a T-shirt that doesn’t look good on someone, would you tell them?
– Can children give fashion tips to their parents?
– Should older people wear younger people’s fashion?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe an interesting old person you know. You should say

– who the person is
– how you met him/her
– where you met him/her
– and explain why you find this person interesting.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Is it common for people in your country to live together with their grandparents?
– Can older and younger people share the same interests?
– What can old people teach the youth?
– What can young people teach the old?
– What are the advantages of living together with an elderly person?
– Do you think the attitude of young people towards old people has changed in the recent 10 years?

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Wednesday, 8 February 2023

IELTS Speaking Test, Part 1 questions with model answers (Sports + Skills)

Here are some high-scoring Part 1 model answers for the Speaking Test that was shared by a student from Nigeria. The answers show a good way to respond to these questions.

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

1. What type of house do you live in?

I live in a two-bedroom, one bathroom apartment located in the heart of the city. My place is on the third floor of the building, and I have an amazing view of the city from my balcony.

2. What do you like about your house?

I love my home because of its location and size; it’s close to all the places that I frequent, such as my favourite cafe, park, and record store. Additionally, it’s just the right size for me – not too big or too small – as it has enough space for me to remain comfortable without being overwhelming. The two bedrooms provide me with enough space to work and relax, while also giving me room to accommodate friends and family if they come over for a visit.

3. Where’s your favourite place in the house?

My favourite place in my home is definitely the living room; it has always been the hub of my activities whether I’m reading a book or catching up with friends over dinner. It’s where I can kick back and relax after a long day of work. The large windows allow for plenty of natural light, which helps to brighten up the entire room even on cloudy days. On rainy days I like listening to the soft sound of raindrops outside because it creates a peaceful ambience in my home.

4. Do you like any sports?

Yes! I’ve always been interested in various sports since childhood; soccer was one sport that was prominent throughout my life growing up due to its popularity among my friends. As I got older, my interests expanded into other sports including basketball and volleyball, both of which require immense coordination between teammates – something that really attracted me towards them!

5. What sports did you like when you were a child?

As a child, I had always been an active and energetic person, so it came as no surprise that I loved sports. As I said before, I used to love playing soccer, especially with my friends in the neighbourhood during the summer months when we would have all-day pickup games outside. During the fall and spring seasons, I would join our local recreational leagues and compete against other teams in our area. It was a great way to stay active while also making friends and having fun.

6. Did you play any sport regularly when you were young?

Yes, I played both soccer and basketball growing up. Soccer was my main focus throughout my childhood; although I really enjoyed playing basketball too. I played either one or both of these sports every chance I got – whether it was during recess at school or after school in the neighbourhood.

7. What good practical skills do you have?

I think one of my best practical skills is my ability to problem-solve quickly and efficiently in high-pressure situations. Over the years, this has been something that has helped me overcome some difficult challenges related to projects or tasks at work or even personal life at home. Additionally, another skill that I’ve developed over time is being able to effectively multitask which can be extremely helpful when faced with multiple deadlines or tasks simultaneously as it allows me to manage my time more efficiently by prioritising tasks based on their importance or urgency level.

8. Did you learn this skill from someone?

Yes, while some of these skills come naturally to me through experience, most of them have been acquired through mentorship from others along the way – particularly family members who showed me how important it is to be able to think on your feet under pressure and how crucial organization is when tackling multiple tasks at once without neglecting anything else going on around you at the same time.

9. How can a skill influence your profession?

The skills that we acquire throughout life are essential tools for success in any profession, because they help us operate more efficiently within our chosen fields of expertise. Mastering a skill can help us achieve better results for ourselves as well as those around us, people who depend on us for guidance or assistance in various ways, like customers or clients.

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Tuesday, 7 February 2023

IELTS essay, topic: Many people today are drinking sugar-based drinks (reasons and solutions)

IELTS Model Essay Sample Band 8 January 2023

This essay topic was seen in a recent IELTS tests in India and Nepal.

More and more people today are drinking sugar-based drinks. Why is this happening? What measures can be taken to reverse this trend?

Sample Band 8 Essay

An alarming number of people today consume sugar-based drinks, whether it is in the form of soda, energy drinks or fruit drinks. Often consumers are lured by their widespread availability and convenience, however, marketing campaigns also play a role, targeting young people and giving them the perception that sugary drinks are not as unhealthy as they actually are.

The availability of these types of drinks has greatly increased over time. They can now be found in almost any store or restaurant, which makes them easily accessible to almost anyone. The fact that they are often cheaper than alternatives, such as water or freshly squeezed juice, makes them an especially attractive option for those on a budget. Marketing campaigns for sugary beverages have been quite successful in creating positive associations attached to these products through advertisements on TV and billboards. This encourages people to consider them fun rather than unhealthy and normalises them within society.

Luckily, reversing the rise in popularity of sugary drinks is still possible, if we act now and attack the problem from different angles. One of the very first steps should be educating people on the health risks associated with high sugar intake so that they can make better-informed decisions when selecting what type of beverage they consume. Companies should also be held accountable by law for their misleading marketing campaigns aimed at children and teenagers who are more likely to believe the false claims about their products’ health benefits without fully understanding what’s being sold to them. Schools, colleges and universities, and any institutions catering for young people, should consider banning sugary drinks and replacing them with refreshing alternatives without added sugar.

Overall, it is important that we recognise the potential health risks posed by consuming too much sugar from soft drinks and take actionable steps towards reversing this trend in order to ensure our long-term wellbeing. Through greater education, government regulation, and increased corporate responsibility we can ensure that more people understand why reducing their intake of sugary beverages is important while still allowing them to access enjoyable yet healthier options.

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Monday, 6 February 2023

IELTS Speaking test in Saudi Arabia – January 2023

IELTS Speaking Recent Questions Saudi Arabia January 2023

Thanks to our kind friend M.O., today we are sharing these IELTS Speaking questions from a recent test in Saudi Arabia:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your full name?
– Where are you from?
– Do you study or work?
– Do you ever get tired?
– What do you do when you get tired?
– Have you ever studied music?
– Do you like singing? Why/why not?
– Have you ever learned how to sing?
– Do you like listening to others sing?
– Do you think singing can make people happy?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Talk about an online shopping experience that you did not like. You should say

– what you bought
– what you didn’t like
– how you handled the situation
– and explain how you felt about this experience.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– What do you think about online product ratings or reviews?
– Do you trust online reviews?
– Why do people write reviews online?
– Do you think that online reviews are helpful to consumers and companies?
– What reviews are more helpful, positive or negative, and why?
– What can online shop owners do to resolve problems that shoppers face?

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Sunday, 5 February 2023

IELTS test in Canada – January 2023 (Academic Module)

IELTS Academic Recent Questions Canada January 2023

Thanks to our friends who took IELTS in Canada, we are sharing these questions today:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

The maps below describe an area before and after the construction of a hydroelectric power plant.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

IELTS Writing Task 1 Area Map Before Hydroelectic Power Plant

IELTS Writing Task 1 Area Map After Hydroelectic Power Plant

* Note: these aren’t the actual maps given in the test, they were recreated for the purpose of demonstration.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Nowadays in many countries young people don’t communicate with older people as much as they used to. Why is this happening? How could this situation be improved?

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your full name?
– Do you work or study?
– What do you study?
– What do you do after your classes?
– Do you prefer writing by hand or typing? Why?
– Is handwriting important? Why/why not?
– How often do you use the Internet?
– Do you like to work online?
– What things can we do with the help of the Internet?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a time when you saw a lot of plastic waste. You should say

– where and when you saw it
– why there was a lot of plastic
– what you did when you saw it
– and explain how you felt about this.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– What kind of plastic waste can often be seen in your country?
– How can we use less plastic?
– What should the government do to reduce the use of plastic?
– Is there something the media can do to help us reduce plastic consumption?
– Do you think making plastic-producer companies pay will help to solve this problem?
– Do you think it is possible to completely eliminate the use of plastic?

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Friday, 3 February 2023

IELTS Speaking Test, Part 3 questions with model answers (Learning a new language)

IELTS Band 9 Speaking Model Answers January 2023

Here are some high-scoring Part 3 model answers for the Speaking Test that was shared by a student from Italy. The answers show a good way to respond to these questions.

Speaking test

Part 3 (Discussion)

1. Which language in your opinion is the most important in the world nowadays, and why?

I would say that right now the most important language in the world is English. There are a few reasons for this: firstly, it is the language of business and commerce. Most international negotiations and deals are conducted in English, so if you want to be part of the global economy, you need to be able to speak it. Secondly, because it is the most spoken language in the world. More people speak English than any other language, so if you want to communicate with as many people as possible, you need to learn English.

2. Why is it so important to know another language?

I believe that it is essential to learn another language for several reasons. It helps us understand different cultures, think in new ways, and communicate with people from all corners of the globe. Also, the process of learning a new language provides mental stimulation and helps to keep our brains sharp.

3. Is travel the only reason why learning another language is beneficial?

There are plenty of other reasons to learn a new language, even if you’re not planning on travelling. Like I said before, it can make you smarter. Studies have shown that people who know more than one language have better memory and can think more quickly and creatively. But the benefits of learning a foreign language go beyond that. When you can communicate in another language, you also become more valuable professionally, since speaking multiple languages is an asset in any field.

4. What is the hardest part of learning a new language?

For me, the hardest part of learning a new language was getting over the fear of sounding stupid. It’s so easy to get tripped up on even the simplest words and phrases, and I used to feel like everyone was watching and judging me. However, eventually, I realised that most people are too busy worrying about themselves to pay much attention to my mistakes and that helped me to become more confident.

5. Do you think learning another language is more important for young people or old people?

I think it’s more important for young people to learn another language than for old people. Young people have their whole lives ahead of them and they’ll have plenty of opportunities to use the language they learn. For older people, learning another language can be a little more challenging because they may not have as much time. But it’s still beneficial for mental stimulation for people of every age group.

6. Who finds learning a new language easier, children or adults?

I think that children find it much easier to learn a new language than adults. Children have more of a blank slate when it comes to language learning – their brains are primed for learning, and they’re not as set in their ways as adults are. Plus, when they’re surrounded by native speakers all day at school, they have more opportunities to practice. As we get older, our brain function starts to decline, making it harder to learn new things.

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Wednesday, 1 February 2023

IELTS test in Nigeria – January 2023 (General Training Module)

IELTS Recent Questions Nigeria January 2023

Our friend A.P. remembered the following questions from his recent IELTS exam in Nigeria:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a letter)

Your friend asked you to find a part-time job for him/her to earn some money while studying. You found a job that might be suitable. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter

– Give him/her the job description
– Explain why he/she should take the job
– Say what he/she should do to get the job.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Nowadays, many people do not exercise enough and eat an unhealthy diet. Why is this happening? What can be done to help them improve their lifestyle?

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– Could you show me your identification?
– What is your full name?
– What shall I call you?
– How old are you?
– Where are you from?
– Is your area a safe place to live for all age groups?
– Do you like chocolate?
– Why do you think chocolate is a popular treat worldwide?
– Do you think chocolate makes a nice gift?
– Do you know anyone who doesn’t like chocolate?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe an interesting conversation you had with a stranger. You should say

– who he/she is
– when you met him/her
– where you met
– and explain what you talked about.

Follow-up question: Where do you meet new people?

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Is there a difference between discussions with friends and strangers?
– What do you think is a typical topic of discussion between strangers?
– What do you think are the benefits of being able to have a conversation with a stranger?
– During a debate, can people with contrary views come to an agreement? Why?
– Do you think it is hard for motivational speakers to talk to strangers?
– What is a good way to overcome nervousness when giving a speech?
– What type of personality is best suited to become a public speaker?

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