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Interview
– Tell me your full name please.
– Talk about your hometown.
– What is your hometown famous for?
– Do you think government has built good museums in India?
– Let’s talk about holidays.
– Do you prefer going on holidays alone or with someone? Why?
– What do you like to do on holidays?
– Why do you think holidays are important to everyone?
– When was the last time you went on a holiday? What did you do?
Cue Card
Describe a naughty thing you did when you were a child, please say
– when and what you did,
– who was with you,
– what happened after that.
Discussion
– When do children become adults? At what age?
– What are the responsibilities of an adult?
– How does an adult differ from a child?
– Are there any celebrations when a child is becoming an adult in your country?
2, Speaking test
Interview
Questions about me, my work and everyday activities.
Cue Card
Describe someone who you think is successful, please say
– who he/she is,
– what his/her achievements are,
– what made him/her be your choice,
– how his/her success contributed to the society.
Discussion
– In your own opinion, is a rich person considered to be successful?
– Does work matter to you more than your family?
3, Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Where are you from?
– More general questions.
Cue Card
Describe a journey to a place that you would like to take, please say:
– where the place is,
– what type of transport you would choose,
– what the purpose of your journey is.
Discussion
Why do you prefer to travel in an airplane?
In your country, what type of transport do you use the most?
If you had money, would you like to buy a car and use it to travel?
What should you learn from your journey?
4, Speaking test
Interview
– Are you comfortable?
– Do you study or work?
– What do you study?
– Do you love what you study?
– How important is it to like what you study?
Cue Card
Describe something naughty you did when you were a child, please say
– what you did,
– why you did it,
– what happened after that
and why you remembered this incident.
Discussion
– What is a child’s attitude influenced by?
– What is the effect of parents’ attitude on children?
– Should children listen to parents? Why?
– While choosing a career what responsibilities should be kept in mind?
5, Speaking test
Interview
– Introduce yourself.
– What is your name?
– Do you work or study?
– Talk about your job.
– Was this job easy to get?
– Let’s talk about fashion and style of clothes.
– Where do you buy your clothes?
– Do you do anything to relax?
– Is relaxation important?
– Are men and women different in their way of relaxation?
Cue card
Talk about a place in your country that has changed, please say:
– what place it is,
– how it has changed,
– why this change occurred, and
– what made you remember this place.
Discussion
– Why do people not like changes?
– Have the traditions changed in your country?
– Do you think people should preserve their traditions?
– What are the benefits of changing traditions?
6, Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Where do you work?
– What kind of job is it?
– Do you have friends?
– Do you think having friends is important? Why?
Cue Card
Describe a good friend of yours, please say:
– who he/she is,
– what he/she is like,
– how you met him / her and
– explain why you are still friends
Discussion
– How do people make friends now?
– Do you think we meet new people differently now than in the past?
7, Speaking test
– Introduce yourself.
– Where do you work?
– Was it easy for you to find this job?
– Would you like to change your job?
– Do you like animals?
– Were you surrounded by animals when you were a child?
– Do people in your country like animals? Why?
Cue Card
Talk about an interesting job which you would like to do:
– describe this job,
– say what skills are required for this job and
– explain why it is interesting to you.
Discussion
– What are the effects of long working hours on leisure time?
– What is the best age for retirement in our opinion? Why?
– Who should be responsible for the good living standard of old people after their retirement – the government or their children? Why?
9, Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Do you work or study?
– Do you think it will be easy for you to get a good job in the future?
– Let’s talk about shopping: do you like shopping?
– Do you like shopping in big shopping centers?
– Let’s talk about weather: what weather do you like?
– What did you do last week, when the weather was good?
Cue Card
Talk about a traditional story which is well-known in your country, please say
– why you know this story,
– how you feel about this story,
– what the story is about,
– why this story is well-known.
Discussion
– What is a good way to maintain traditional stories?
– Why are traditional stories important?
– Do you think traditional stories are less popular nowadays?
– Do you think Hollywood productions distract people from traditional stories?
10, Interview
Cue Card
Describe a teacher whom you like, please say
– When did you meet him / her?
– What is your relationship with him / her?
– How often do you meet him / her?
Discussion
– Why does he/she influence you?
– What are his / her characteristics?
– Compare the position of a teacher in society in the past and at present.
– How can a teacher influence students from childhood to adulthood?
– What are the characteristics of a good teacher?
17, Interview
– Where are you from?
– What is your hometown famous for?
– Does your country have museums?
– Have you ever been to a museum? When?
– Did you like your visit to a museum?
– Did you enjoy sports when you were young? Why?
– What sports did you play?
– Is there a difference between types of sports that boys and girls play?
Cue Card
Talk about a law or a rule that you would suggest to improve your country, please say
– what law/ rule that is,
– why you think it is needed,
– explain how it would improve the situation in your country.
Discussion
– Do you think that being a policeman is an easy job in your country?
– Do you think men and women make equally good police officers?
– In general, is policeman’s job easy?
– Do you think it is a good idea for the police to carry guns around?
– What do you think are the responsibilities of a good lawyer?
– Do you think men and women make equally good lawyers?
Interview
– Do you study or work?
– What kind of job do you do?
– Describe a normal day in your life.
– What time of the day do you prefer? Why?
Cue Card
Describe a knowledge quiz show on TV; please say
– Why do you like this kind of show?
– Is it easy to prepare for this show?
– Would you like to participate in it?
Follow up question: Why would you like to participate in this kind of show?
Discussion
– Let’s talk about competition in your life. Do you think you are a competitive person?
– Is it important to be competitive? Why?
– In business, do companies need to be competitive?
– Should companies promote competition? Why?
– What are the advantages and disadvantages of competition?
35, Interview
– What’s your full name?
– Do you work or study?
– Did you enjoy visiting museums when you were a child?
– Do you think museums are enjoyable for children?
– Do you think it is good to sell things in museums?
– What is a good place to meet people?
– How do you think people used to meet friends in the past?
Cue Card
Talk about a friend that you’ve met a long time ago. Please say
– How did you meet?
– How do you keep in touch?
– Why is this person important to you?
Discussion
– Do you think technology has played an important role in friendships?
– What do you think are the characteristics of a good friend?
– Have you ever met someone through the Internet?
– Do you think that in the future friendships are going to be virtual and people are not going to have the need of physical contact?
Discussion
– Why do you think some children are more talented than others?
– Should parents develop their children’s talents?
– Do you think it is good if children are too clever?
Cue Card
Talk about the last film you saw, please say
– Where did you watch it?
– What did you like about it?
– What did you dislike about the film?
– Why did you choose to watch that film?
Discussion
– Would you watch that movie again?
– What do you prefer, staying home to watch a movie on DVD or going out to the movies?
– Do you find time to relax at home?
– Do you relax while watching a movie?
– What are the effects of movies on children?
– Do you learn other people’s culture via television?
– How does watching a film/movie affect a person?
– What do you think about movie stars of today and their actions?
54,Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Where are you from?
– Where is your hometown?
– Have you studied about the history of your hometown at school?
– What is your hometown famous for (or ‘what is special about your hometown’)?
– What sport did you do when you were a child?
– Do you think your children should do sports?
– Did you like museums as a child?
– Are there many museums in your country?
Cue card
Talk about a friend that you have known for a long time, please say
– What did you like about her/him when you first met?
– Are you in contact with him/her now?
– Why did this friendship become a long one?
Discussion
– What do you think about making friends?
– Is it possible to have older or younger friends in your life?
55,Interview
– What is your name?
– Can I see your ID card?
– Where are you from?
– What is your hometown famous for?
– Have you read any articles about the history of your hometown?
– Do you read books?
– What was your favorite book as a child?
– Do you have a favorite book now?
– Do you like to give books as a gift?
Cue card
Talk about one skill you have learned, like driving, cooking, etc. Please say
– How have you learned it?
– Why have you learned this skill?
– How difficult was this skill to learn?
– Why do you think it is useful?
Discussion
– Do you think it is good or bad for young children to learn practical skills?
– Do they teach practical skills to young children in your country in schools?
– Who is easier to teach, young children or adults?
– What do you think, was it is easier to teach a practical skill in the past than now? Why?
– Which one is easier do you think: teaching a practical skill or a fact?
56, Interview
– What is your full name?
– Where is your hometown?
– Would you suggest any changes in your hometown?
– What kind of weather do you like?
– Do you like shopping in malls or markets?
– What kind of leisure time activities do you prefer?
Cue card
Talk about a piece of home equipment that you have (other than a computer), please say
– what the equipment is,
– how you got it,
– what purpose you use if for.
Discussion
– What role does equipment play in our life?
– What changes is new technology bringing to the office environment?
– What changes to jobs related to new technologies do you expect in the future?
57,Speaking test 1
Interview
– Where are you from?
– What do you like about your hometown?
– Do you like animals?
– Do people in your country keep animals at home?
– What is the weather usually like in your hometown?
– What did you do the last time the weather was good?
Cue Card
Describe some good exercises for health that you would recommend to others. Please say
– What are they?
– What equipment is needed to do them?
– Why would you recommend them to the other person?
Discussion
– Have there been any lifestyle changes in the past few years that affected people’s health?
– Is there much difference between men and women when it comes to having a healthy lifestyle?
– Where can people get information about healthy lifestyle?
– Do you think schools should have some classes on health topics?
60, Interview
– What is your full name?
– What do you like the most about your hometown?
– What kind of food did you eat as a child?
– Do you think you will give your children same food and why?
– Do agree that children can eat in restaurants sometimes?
– What type of food do you eat theses days?
– What do you do in your free time?
Cue Card
Describe a toy you had in your childhood. Please say
– What was the toy?
– Who gave it to you?
– When and where did you play with it?
Discussion
– What type of children’s toys is more common in your country?
– Do you think boys and girls prefer different toys?
– Do think children prefer to watch TV more than playing with toys these days?
– Was it any different in the old days?
– Is participation of parents and friends important, when children play with toys?
– Do you think parents have to buy educational toys to their children?
61, Interview
– What is your full name?
– How can I call you?
– Where are you from?
– What type of clothes do you choose to wear in your daily life?
– What is your favorite shop?
– What garment don’t you like, where you bought it and why?
– When you grow older what will be your choice of clothing?
Cue Card
Talk about a story that is well known in your country. Please say
– What is the story?
– Where have you heard this story?
– Is this story well known to people from other countries too?
Discussion
– Do children like stories?
– What type of stories do they like?
– Has popularity of children’s stories reduced now, compared to the past?
– How we can encourage them to listen to stories?
– What are the changes in sources where children’s stories come from?
Speaking test 2
Interview
Standard questions about me, where I come from, etc.
Cue Card
Talk about actions you would take if you where given a chance to protect the environment. Please say
– What would you do first?
– Why is it important?
– How would it help the environment?
Discussion
– Are you doing enough to protect the environment?
– What do you think the attitude of people in near future will be to the environment?
– Have you ever been involved in activities concerning the environment?
– What do people do in your home country to protect the wild life?
69,
Interview
– Where do you live?
– Is it a nice place to visit?
– Let’s talk about numbers: do any numbers hold particular meaning in your culture?
– Do you think people should attach particular meaning to numbers?
– Do you have any numbers that are special to you?
– Between numbers and words, which do you remember easily?
– What do you do to remember them easily?
Cue Card
Describe your ideal house. Please say
– Where do you want the house to be?
– What should it look like?
– How many people should it accommodate?
Discussion
– Do you think people in cities are better off than those in rural areas, and why?
– Do you think cities will grow bigger and bigger in coming years?
– What problems are involved when cities grow bigger?
– Is there something that can be done to restrict the growth of cities?
Discussion
– Was your gift expensive?
– Is it important to you that your gifts are expensive?
– Do you think the person you bought the gift for cares about its price?
– Are gifts important?
– In your country, when do you usually give gifts?
– Is it hard for you to choose gifts for others?
– What is easier for you: giving or receiving a gift? Why?
– What do you think of shopping on the internet?
Speaking test
– Can I see your ID or passport?
– Can you tell me your full name?
– Do you live in a small town or a city?
– Where do you live, in a house or an apartment?
– What can a visitor do in your city?
Cue card
Talk about a person you would choose to travel with. Please say:
– Where would you travel?
– Why did you choose this person?
– Tell me about the person’s character and qualities.
Discussion
– What qualities does a person need to be a good traveling companion?
– Would you prefer traveling alone or with someone? Why?
and then we ran out of time.
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Do you work or study?
– What is the most enjoyable part of your job?
Cue Card
Talk about time that you have spent near water in your childhood. Please say
– Where was that place?
– Whom did you spend the time with?
– What did you do?
– Did you like or dislike that place?
Discussion
– Do you think oceans are important?
– Do you think they should be protected? Why?
– Do you enjoy being close to the ocean?
– What is the importance of the ocean in your country?
Speaking test
Interview
– Do you work or study?
– Do you like your job?
– Tell me something interesting about your job.
– Do you help with any household work?
– Should parents engage children in doing household work?
Cue Card
Describe a situation where you have helped somebody. Please say
– Whom did you help?
– Why did you decide to help this person?
– How did he/she feel about your help?
– How did you feel about it?
Discussion
– Do you know organizations that help people?
– Whom do they help?
– What are advantages or disadvantage of this help?
– Should government help people or not?
– What types of help should it provide?
Speaking test
Introduction
– What is your full name?
– Where are you from?
– What do you do?
– Do you think it is important that one likes his job ? Why?
– Is it easy for people in your country to get a job they like?
– How long have you been studying English?
– When did English become important in your studies?
Cue Card
Talk about something that you are good at, please say
– When did you start doing it?
– How did you become good at it?
– How does it make you feel?
Discussion
– Do many people play basketball in your country?
– Are children encouraged to learn basketball?
– What is the role of parents in developing such abilities in children?
– Do you think teachers also play an important role?
– Do you think some children are born ‘naturally gifted’?
– What are the problems of such children?
– Do they also face problems at school? Why?
Speaking test
Interview
– Tell me your full name please.
– What is your native city/town?
– Did you learn about the history of your city at school?
– What is your city famous for?
– How did you learn English?
– What other languages can you speak?
– Is there any language you would like to learn in the future? Why?
– Do you like movies?
– What kind of movies do you like?
Cue card
Talk about a celebration which is important in your country, please say
– Why is it important?
– Why do people celebrate it?
– Why is it important to you?
– How do you celebrate it?
Discussion
– How can young people learn about the traditions of their country?
– Do you think that young people are still interested to find out about their local traditions?
– Do you think that religious festivals should be celebrated at school? Why?
– What will happen to the local traditions in 100 years? Do you think that they will survive?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– What do you do for a living?
– When was the last time that you gave or received gifts?
– Do you like receiving gifts?
– What is more enjoyable, giving or receiving gifts?
Cue Card
Describe what type of books you prefer the most (Novels, Sports, Travel Books)? Please say:
– Why do you like this particular genre?
– When did you first discover it?
– Please name a few of your favorite books.
– How often do you read these days?
Speaking test
Interview
– Tell me your full name please.
– What is your native city/town?
– Did you learn about the history of your city at school?
– What is your city famous for?
– What kind of sports do you like?
– Do you think that girls and boys are interested in the same sports?
– Do you like the sea?
– Would you like to live near the sea?
Cue Card
Describe a teacher you had in school, please say
– who the teacher was,
– why this teacher was important to you,
– whether you would like to meet that teacher in the future again and why.
Discussion
– How would you describe an ideal teacher?
– What teaching methods did help you the most?
– What other methods would also be effective?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– What is your hometown?
– Did you study about the history of your hometown at school?
– What is your hometown famous for?
– How often do you watch movies?
– What is the difference between watching movie in the cinema or at home?
– When did you last attend a party where people were dancing?
– Have you ever taken dancing lessons? Why?
Cue Card
Describe any clothing given to you as a gift recently. Please say
– Who gave you the gift?
– What did it look like?
– How did you feel about it?
Discussion
– What is your opinion about the popularity of designer clothing?
– Do you think it’s a good idea to give and receive clothes as a gift?
– Where are women of your hometown usually shopping?
– Why do you think designer clothes are expensive?
– Have you ever bought clothing on the Internet?
– Do you think it is safe to buy clothes on internet?
– Is it good to shop online?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Can I see your ID please?
– Where is your hometown?
– What is it famous for?
– Do you like to travel?
– Is it important for you to have holidays during the year?
Cue Card
Talk about your best friend.
Discussion
– Do you think technology has influenced friendship in some way?
Speaking test
Interview
– Can I see your ID, please?
– Where do you live?
– Tell me about your home town.
– What is it famous for?
– When did you visit it last time?
Cue Card
Talk about a restaurant that you like to go to, please say:
– Who did you go with?
– Where is it?
– Why do you like this place?
– What is it famous for?
Discussion
– Would you recommend this restaurant?
– Lets talk about healthy food. What is healthy food for you?
– Are eating habits changing nowadays?
– Do people eat out more now than in the past?
– What part can schools play in the awareness of healthy food?
– Do advertisements bring any change in the food selection?
– How can a home made food bring more health into our life?
Speaking test 1
Interview
– Tell me your name, please.
– Where do you live?
– Is it a big city?
– Do you think it is interesting to visit?
– Do you collect things?
– How do you feel about collecting things?
– Do others collect things?
– Do you have pets at home?
Cue Card
Talk about someone you have helped. Please say:
– Who was that person?
– Why did he/she need help?
– How did you feel helping that person?
Discussion
– Do older people always have to rely on the government for help?
– How can the government help them?
Speaking test 2
Interview
– Where do you live?
– What are the places of interest in your area?
– Do you like flowers? Why?
Cue Card
Talk about your favorite place as a child, please say
– where the place was,
– what did you do in that place,
– why it was your favorite place.
Discussion
– What do you think about sizes of houses?
– Why is space important?
– Do you think it is important to have your own room?
– What do you think of sharing a room?
– What do you think of public parks and gardens?
– Why are you doing the IELTS test?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Do you work or study?
– What is your major?
– What kind of weather do you prefer?
– What do you think about traveling by airplane?
Cue Card
Talk about your family. Please say:
– Name a family member whom you admire.
– When was the last time you met him/her?
– How often do you meet him/her?
– Why do you admire him/her?
Discussion
– Do you like a large or a small family?
– What are the benefits of living in large families?
Speaking test
Interview
– State your full name.
– Are you working or studying?
– What is you job?
– Is it easy to find a job like this here?
– Why do young people find it difficult to find a job?
Cue Card
Talk about your last holidays. Please say
– Do you like to go on holidays?
– Where do you like to go to?
– Do you prefer to travel alone or with others?
– What do you do on your holidays?
Discussion
– Is there another job that you would like to do?
– Where would it be?
Speaking Test
Interview
– What is your name?
– What can I call you?
– Tell me about your home town.
– What do you think it is famous for?
– Where did you learn about the history of your hometown?
– Do you like your home town and why?
Cue Card
Describe a job that you would like to do. Please say:
– What kind of job it is?
– Where would you like to do it?
– How would you like to do it?
Discussion
– Do you like sports?
– What kind of sports have you played as a child?
– Do girls and boys play the same sports in your country?
– What are the ways to search for job?
– What is the most efficient way in you view?
– What are the challenges that one is facing while searching for a job?
– Why is it becoming difficult to find a job these days?
– Do you watch movies?
– What kind of movies do you like?
– Do you prefer to watch a movie at home or in the cinema?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Which city are you from?
– Do you like outdoor activities? Why?
Cue Card
Talk about a friend who is a good leader in your opinion. Please say
– who this friend is,
– why you think he / she is a good leader,
– how he/she uses the leadership skills.
Discussion
– I was asked question about leadership qualities.
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your last name?
– Do you work or study?
– What field are you interested in?
– Is that common in your country?
– Where do you go out with your friends?
– Do you read the news?
– What type of news are you interested in more?
– Do you prefer a newspaper or the internet as a source?
Cue Card
Talk about something that you would do to help improve the environment.
Discussion
– Do you think that people are more interested in the environment than they were before?
– Have you ever had a conversation with someone about helping the environment?
– Why don’t some countries care for the environment?
– Would you change current laws and regulations in regard to the environment?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Tell me about yourself.
– Where do you live, in a small town or a city?
– Why do you like this place?
– What do you know about science?
– Since when are you learning science?
– Do you enjoy it? Why?
– Are there any live music concerts in your town?
– Do you like them?
– How often do you attend live concerts?
– When was your last visit?
– Do you prefer to go to live concerts or to listen to CDs?
Cue Card
Talk about a program you saw on TV that you didn’t like, please say
– What program it was,
– What the content was,
– Why you disliked it and
– What could have been done to make it better.
Discussion
– What educational programs do you watch on television?
– How often do you watch them?
– What do you like about them?
– What is the purpose of advertisements?
– Do they really have an effect on people?
– What is the impact of ads on children?
– Are they necessary at all?
– What do you think about satellite channels?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– What shall I call you?
– Do you work or study?
– What is the most interesting thing about your job and why?
– Do you like flowers and why?
– Do any flowers mean something special in your community?
– What are the occasions on which flowers are given as presents?
– Do people in your community tackle housework by themselves or not?
– What part of housework do you enjoy most?
– Is it necessary for children to participate in household chores?
Cue Card
Talk about the aspects of your life that you would consider changing to improve your health. Please say
– What are they?
– How would you change them?
– Do you think you could change them?
Discussion
– What are the most common exercises in your area?
– Do adults and younger people engage in different workouts?
– What type of exercise do you think is better? Outdoor or indoor?
– Are eating habits now the same as they were in the past?
– Are they healthier now than then or not?
– We discussed the aspects that you would like to change in your lifestyle, do you think you will be able to succeed in doing that?
Speaking test
– Talk about yourself.
– Do you like science?
– Do you like to spend time outdoors, and why?
– Do you know any adventurous person?
– Why do you think they do the things they do?
– What are some of the the activities that they do?
– Do you think children should be allowed to make their own decisions?
– Do you think children should develop leadership qualities, and what are some of the ways they can do this?
– Do you think children now have more freedom than back in the day? Explain.
Speaking test 1
Interview
– Do you work or study?
– What is your job?
– Please tell me about a place you have visited lately.
Cue Card
Describe a restaurant you used to have lunch in. Please say
– What does it look like?
– What kind of food do they serve?
– Whom did you go there with?
– Did he/she enjoy this place?
Speaking test 2
Interview
– What is your name?
– What should I call you?
– Tell me about your home town.
– Did you study in school about your home town?
– Talk about your bad behavior, when you were a child.
– Do you like to receive books as a gift? Why?
– Do you hope to be a writer someday? Why?
Cue Card
Describe an important meeting that you were late to. Please say
– When did this happen?
– Why were you late?
– What was the importance of this meeting?
Discussion
– Is it usual in your country to arrive on time? Why?
– Give me the usual reason for being late for people in your country.
– Are you always late? Why?
– Is it the same in government organizations?
Speaking test
Interview
– How are you today?
– May I see your ID?
– Do you think you manage your time well?
– How can one manage time well?
– When was the last time you gave a gift to someone? Why?
– Do you think it is easy to find gifts for others?
Cue Card
Talk about the vehicle you would buy in the near future, please say
– Why would you buy this vehicle?
– What would you use it for?
– What are the advantages of having such vehicle?
Discussion
– Do you think traffic is a problem in big cities nowadays?
– Why is it increasing?
– What can be the solution to this problem?
– Is traffic network helpful in big cities?
– Do you think the problem with traffic will worsen in future? Why?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Are you studying or working at the moment?
– Why have you chosen this course?
– Do children need to do painting?
– Do you do painting yourself?
– What kind of painting is it?
– Why people do painting?
– Why is painting good for personal development?
Cue Card
Talk about a photograph of yourself that somebody took that you liked. Please say
– Who took that picture?
– Where and when was the picture taken?
– Why do you like it?
– How were you feeling when it was taken?
Discussion
– Why do people take pictures?
– What are the most popular places in your town people take pictures of?
– Is it necessary to keep all the pictures that we shoot?
– What do you mean by ugly pictures?
– Does that means we will forget people if we throw their pictures away?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– May I see you ID?
– What do you want me to call you?
– Do you work or study?
– Do you enjoy dancing?
– When was the last time you have visited a place where people were dancing?
– Do you like watching dancing programs on TV?
– Do you enjoy watching movies?
– How frequently do you go to see a movie?
Cue Card
Describe a piece of clothing that someone bought for you. Please say
– What was it?
– Who bought it for you?
– Why did he/she buy it?
– When was it given to you?
Discussion
– How frequently is this person buying collar shirts for you?
– Why do you think clothes made by designers are expensive?
– Are people in your country buying this type of clothes?
Speaking test 1
Interview
– Do you live in a rural or urban area?
– Do you like it there, and why?
– Do you think that people sometimes need time to be alone?
– Why do you think so?
– Do you think it is easy to find time to be alone, nowadays?
– Do you think that choosing a gift is easy?
– Do you prefer to receive or to give gifts, and why?
Cue Card
Tell me about a peaceful place that you like, please say
– Where is the place located?
– What is this place?
– How did you come to know about the place?
– Why do you like that place?
Discussion
– Noise levels in urban area becoming a problem. How do you think this can be reduced?
Speaking test 2
Interview
– What is your name?
– What should I call you?
– May I see your ID?
– Do you live in a city or a village?
– What do you like the most about your home town?
– Lets talk about painting, what kind of painting did you do as a child?
Cue Card
Talk about the oldest person that you know. Please say
– Who is he/she?
– How old is he/she?
– What does he/she do?
– When did you see him/her last time?
Discussion
– What is the attitude towards aged people where you live?
– Do you think it has changed over time and why?
Speaking test
Interview
– Where are you from?
– What is your full name?
– What should I call you?
– Can I see your ID?
– Are you currently working or studying?
– What are your responsibilities at work?
– Do you enjoy doing your current job? Why?
– What do you study?
– Which part do you like the most about your studies?
– Do you like flowers?
– Why do you like / dislike flowers?
– In your country, when do people give flowers to others?
– Is there any festival in your country involving the use of flowers?
Cue Card
Describe a successful company that you know. Please say:
– How did you hear about the company?
– How did this company become successful?
-What is your opinion about the company?
Discussion
– In your opinion what is better: working for someone and having a boss above you, or having your own business and managing it yourself?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Tell me about your home town.
– What were your favorite books when you were a child?
– What do you know about the history and civilization of your country?
– What did you learn in high school about the history of your country?
– What is your country famous for now in the world?
Cue Card
Talk about something that you have bought as a gift to someone. Please say
– What is it?
– Why have you decided to buy it?
– Who was the person you purchased it for?
– When did you buy it?
Discussion
– Is it common in your country to buy and send a gift to your friends using the Internet?
– Why?
– Is it easy to buy a present for somebody?
– Why?
– What is better as a present, to give money or to buy something?
– Why?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– What should I call you?
– Are you working or studying?
– What is your major?
– Is it easier for you to relate to the teachers or other students?
– Where are you from?
– Let’s talk about live music.
– On what occasions can people listen to live music in your city or region?
Cue Card
Describe a situation when you have helped someone. Please say
– Who is the person that you have helped?
– What kind of help was it?
– How did you feel when you were helping him/her?
Speaking test
Interview
– Which city do you live in?
– Do you go out often?
– Why do young people spend most of their time outside?
Cue Card
Talk about books that you like to read. Please say
– What kind of books do you read (scientific, novels, poems and so on)?
– Why do you like this kind of books?
– Do you suggest these books to others?
Discussion
– Is reading important? Why?
– What is the role of the Internet on our generation’s lifestyle?
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Do you prefer to read newspapers or to watch news on TV?
– Do you use internet to read the news?
– Where do you prefer to see movies, on a TV screen or in the cinema? Why?
– What kind of movies do you like? Why?
Cue Card
Describe an advertisement you have seen recently, please say:
– What was it about?
– What was included in it?
– In your opinion who should watch the advertisement?
Discussion
– Are advertisements important to you?
– In what way?
– Why do they use celebrities in advertisements?
– Do you think children should be in advertisements?
– What are the media getting by showing advertisements?
– In what places can advertisements be allowed?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Do you work or study?
– How important is this job to you? How about the the people you work with?
– Do you like flowers? Why or why not?
– What is the meaning of flowers in your country?
Cue Card
Talk about an expensive item that you bought, please say
– What was it?
– When did you buy it? Why?
– Where did you buy it?
Discussion
– Do you think people are spending a lot today? Why?
– What does influence people in their shopping habits?
– Is it good to spend a lot?
– What do people enjoy buying the most these days?
– Do you think people today are becoming more materialistic than in the past?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Are you working or studying?
– What was the most interesting subject in your study?
– When was the last time you watched a concert on TV?
– What is the difference between viewing a concert on TV and attending a live concert?
– Would you like to join the concert?
– Do you think public holidays are important? Why?
– What is the public holiday you like the most?
– What do you do on public holidays?
Cue Card
Describe a person you want to go traveling with. Please say
– Who is this person?
– How did you meet him/her?
– Where do you want to go with him/her?
– Why would you go there with him/her?
Discussion
What are the benefits of traveling?
– Do you think it is important to travel?
– Should young people go out traveling, when they finish school?
– Do you prefer to travel alone or with others?
– What are the advantages of traveling alone?
– Are there any problems related to traveling with others?
Speaking test
Interview
– Tell me about the city and culture you grew up in.
– Do you play a lot of sports?
– Is sport a common pastime in your country?
– Do you have many sporting events with mixed-sex participation?
Cue Card
Describe a noisy place you have visited recently. Please say
– Why was it noisy?
– What effect does the noise have on you?
Discussion
– Is your country facing problems with noise pollution?
– Has it increased over the years? Why?
Speaking Test 1
Interview
– Do you like science?
– Did you enjoy science lessons at school?
– What kind of science do you read about?
– Do you believe celebrations are important and why?
– In your country which celebrations are more important, religious or national ones?
– Describe a celebration in your country.
Cue Card
Talk about a happy event in your childhood. Please say
– what happened,
– who was present at the event and
– why you remembered that event.
Discussion
– What does make people happy?
– Do you believe that people used to define happiness in a different way in the past, or that the concept of happiness hasn’t change with the passage of time?
– Do you believe that old people can be happier than young people?
Speaking Test 2
Interview
– What is your name?
– Are you working or studying?
– What is your job?
– Is your job difficult?
– Do you like traveling?
– When did you go outside of your city and where?
– Do you like your city?
– Do you like holidays?
– Do you go on a holiday alone?
– Do you like eating?
– What is your favorite food?
– What kind of fish restaurants do you prefer?
– What is your favorite restaurant in your city? Why?
Cue card and Discussion parts were not shared in the Speaking Test 2.
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Where is your hometown?
– What is it famous for?
– Did you learn about your hometown’s history in school?
– How often do you travel by plane, why?
– Is it better to travel by plane, why?
– Will we travel more or less by plane in the future, why?
– Do you meet new people where you live?
– Where can you meet new people?
– Is it possible to meet foreigners where you live, and where?
– Where do young people usually meet each other?
– Where did young people meet each other in the past?
Cue Card
Talk about something you are really good at doing. Please say
– What is it?
– When did you learn to do it?
– How often do you do it?
– How do you feel when you are doing it?
Discussion
– Do you like learning new abilities and skills?
– Where can we learn new abilities and skills?
– Is it easy or difficult for adults, middle-aged people to learn new abilities and skills?
– Why is it difficult for them?
– Is it only influenced by their attitude, talent can be learned or you must be born with it?
– Give examples of talents that you can’t learn.
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Tell me about your hometown.
– What is your hometown famous for?
– What are your favorite sports?
– Do you want your children to play outdoor sports?
– Why do you think outdoor sports are important?
Cue Card
Talk about a law which you would like to propose in your area. Please say
– What would that law be?
– Why do you think it is important?
– How would you enforce this law?
Discussion
– Are judges necessary for law enforcement?
– What are the requirements for police officers?
– What are the requirements for becoming a good lawyer?
Speaking test
Introduction
– How are you? May I know your full name, please.
– May I see your identification, please?
– Where are you from?
– Do you like animals?
– What is your favorite wild animal?
– When was the last time you gave a gift to someone? What was it?
– Do you think it is easy to buy gifts for others?
– What type of gifts you would like to receive from others?
Clue Card
Talk about a historical building you visited recently
– describe the building,
– say what is it used for,
– explain why you visited it.
Discussion
– Why do people visit historical buildings?
– Do you think reading about historical buildings is better than actually visiting them? Why?
– Do you think the government is making enough effort to promote historical buildings in our country? Why?
– Do you think the government should repair such buildings? Why?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– What should I call you?
– Do you work or study?
– What kind of job is it?
– Do you enjoy your work?
– What is more important: the work that you do or the people you work with?
– Do any numbers have a special meaning in your culture?
– Are you comfortable with numbers?
– How do you remember numbers?
– Do you find it easy to remember number or names?
– What public holidays do you like?
– What did you do last holidays?
Cue Card
Describe a small company that you consider a successful one, please say
– What company is it?
– What does the company do?
– What are the reasons for their success?
Discussion
– Would you enjoy working with this company?
– Has the business in your country changed?
– What are the qualities required to manage a company?
– What do you think is better: to own a company or to work as an employee?
– What are the factors that are responsible for running a business successfully?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What is your job?
– What is important to you, the people you work with or the work that you do?
– Do you like animals?
– Which are the common animals that are made pets in your home country?
– Which wild animal in your country are you afraid of?
– Which animals do you think are a help?
– Do you think people spend more time inside or outside their houses?
Cue Card
Talk about a child that you know. Please include the following points in your speech:
– Describe your relationship with that child.
– Explain what he/she looks like.
– How do you feel about that child?
– Discuss why you choose to talk about this child.
Discussion
– Are grandparents important these days?
– Is there any difference between being a parent in the old times and today?
– How are the expectations different?
– Do you think children at school learn more than at home?
– What can schools / universities do to better prepare children for the real life?
Speaking test
Interview
– What do you do?
– Why do you like doing your job?
– Do you like people around you at work? Why?
– Tell me about science education in your school.
– What did you like about it?
– What did you find the most difficult?
Cue Card
Talk about a place near water you visited in your childhood. Please say
– Who did you go with?
– When was it?
– Where was it located?
– What did you do there?
– What did you like or dislike about this place?
Discussion
– Do you like flowers?
– Are there flowers in your country?
– What do flowers mean in your society?
– What kinds of flowers have a special meaning? Why?
– What are the benefits of living near a river in your society?
– What are the bad effects of living near a river? Why?
– Is traveling by sea safe?
– Do you prefer it to other options?
– What are the benefits and demerits of this type of travel?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Do you work or study?
– Do you like your job?
– What part of your job do you like the most?
– What is the best time of the day for your work?
– What makes your job interesting?
– How would you prefer to spend your time after work?
Cue Card
Talk about the thing that you wanted and you had to wait and save money to purchase. Please say
– What was it?
– When did you buy it?
– Why was it important to you?
Discussion
– What items are popular now in the market?
– What will be the market like in the near future?
– What do city people think about rural people, as far as shopping is concerned?
– Do you agree that people like to shop?
– Why do people like to shop?
– Do you like shopping?
– What type of shopping do you prefer?
Speaking test
Interview
– May I know your name?
– Do you work or study?
– What is the importance of your course?
– Do you like science?
– Did you enjoy science lessons at school?
– What kind of science do you read about?
– Do you like flowers? Why?
– What is the meaning of flowers in your country?
– On what occasions do you use flowers in your country?
Cue Card
Talk about a happy event in your childhood. Please say
– What happened?
– Who was present at the event?
– Why did you remember that event?
Discussion
– What does make people happy?
– Do you believe that people used to define happiness in a different way in the past?
– Did the concept of happiness change in time?
– What do you have to do to achieve a long-term happiness?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– What should I call you?
– What is your occupation?
– Do you like the job?
– What do you like about it in particular?
– Can you please describe major aspects of your job?
Cue Card
Describe your “dream house” in a very detailed manner. Please say
– What would it look like?
– Where would it be located?
– With whom would you share it?
Discussion
– Do you think architecture in Europe and overseas are different? Why?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Do you work or study?
– Is it easy to find this kind of job in your country?
– How do you spend your free time?
– What would you change in your daily life? Why?
Cue Card
Talk about an advertisement that you have seen recently. Please say
– What was it about?
– Was it made well, and why?
– Why do you remember it?
Discussion
– Do you see a lot of ads?
– Where are they located?
– Are there too many ads nowadays?
– Should they be restricted?
– What does usually work well in ads?
– What do you think makes ads successful?
– Do you think we became too materialistic nowadays?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Can I call you by your first name?
– Do you work or study?
– Do you like what you are doing?
Cue Card
Talk about a recent advertisement that you have seen. Please say
– What was it about?
– Describe the advertisement.
– Who do you think would be interested in it?
– Why was the advertisement so interesting?
Discussion
– People today are flooded with advertisements. Do you agree or not? Why?
– In what way has media infiltrated people in their everyday lives?
– People today, even when they visit the countryside, do not want to be disconnected from the busy city life. Is it a good thing?
Speaking test
Interview
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What kind of work is it?
– Do you like it?
– Are you interested to continue doing this kind of job?
– What is your name?
– Who gave you the name?
– Do you like your name?
– Do you want to change your name?
– Who usually names children in your country?
– What is the tradition of naming children in your country?
– Do you prefer to sit together as a family for a meal?
– What are the benefits of it?
– How do you usually eat in your country?
Cue Card
Talk about a park you have visited lately. Please say
– When did you go there?
– Whom was it with?
– What did you like there the most?
– Why do you choose to talk about that park?
Discussion
Speaking test
Interview
– Tell me your full name.
– Where is your hometown?
– What is it famous for?
– Did you learn about your hometown’s history in school?
– Do you like receiving gifts?
– Is it difficult to find a gift? Why?
– Is it possible to buy a gift through internet?
– Which is more suitable, searching for a gift on the internet or in a shop? Why?
Cue Card
Talk about a gift that you recently bought. Please say
– What was it?
– For whom did you buy it?
– How did he/she accept the gift?
Discussion
– What are the occasions that the people are giving gifts on, in your country?
– Do you like receiving gifts?
– Which is more preferable, giving or receiving gifts?
– Do you meet new people where you live?
– Where can you meet new people?
– Where do young people usually meet each other?
– Where did young people meet each other in the past?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– What shall I call you?
– Where are you from?
– Do you like visiting museums?
– When did you visit a museum last time?
– What do you think about selling souvenirs in museums?
– Where do young people meet these days?
– Is there a difference between the meeting place of the young generation and the old generation?
– Where did you use to meet your friends?
Cue Card
Describe a teacher from your school that made an impression on you, please say
– who the teacher was,
– describe the teacher,
– explain why you remember this teacher.
Discussion
– What are the qualities needed to be a good teacher?
– What are the advantages of being a teacher?
– What are the problems teachers face in school?
– How can governments help teachers?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name, please?
– Describe the apartment you live in.
– Do you think money is important for happiness?
– What do you think is the secret of happiness?
Cue Card
Describe a feature of your personal character that you find important. Please say
– Why do you like it?
– Why is it important to you?
– What difference does it make in your life?
Discussion
– Describe one feature of people in your country that you find interesting.
– What differences should people take into consideration while choosing a partner or a friend?
– What do you think makes people choose hand-made items?
– Do you think it is important for children to learn how to create hand-made objects?
– What hand-made object would you like to make?
Speaking test
Interview
– Can I see your passport?
– What is your full name?
– How can I call you?
– Where are you from?
– What are you doing? Do you work or study?
– What kind of work is it?
– Do you like people around you at work? Why?
– What is your first priority, doing your work or working with people?
Cue Card
Talk about a historical place you have visited lately. Please say
– When did you go there?
– Whom was it with?
– What did you like there the most?
Discussion
– Why do people visit historical places?
– Do you think reading about a historical place is better than actually visiting it?
– How do you promote historical places in your country? Why?
– Do you think the government should repair such buildings? Why?
– What types of historical places do you / other people normally visit?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Where are you from?
– Did you learn the history of your home town in school?
– What is your home town noted for?
– What sports did you play as a child?
– Do boys and girls play the same sports?
– Would you allow your children to play sports in the future and why?
Cue Card
Describe a gift you have bought for someone. Please say
– What kind of gift was it?
– Why did you choose this gift?
– Do you think the person liked the gift?
– Do you think it’s easy to buy gifts for people and why?
Discussion
– Do you think it’s easier to buy gifts for men or women?
– Do you buy gifts on the internet and do you think it’s easier?
– When was the last time you received a gift?
– Why do you think people donate to charity?
– Do you donate to charity?
– Do you think the need for financial accountability is a factor in donation to charity?
– Do you think the need to donate to charities would increase in the future?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– May I see your ID?
– Do you work or study?
– Do you like your job?
– What is happiness according to your understanding?
– What do you do to remain happy?
– What does make people happy?
– Do you think money is important for achieving happiness in life?
Cue Card
Talk about your neighbor. Please say
– Who is he/she?
– How did you come to know him/her?
– How frequently do you meet him/her?
– Do you know all of your neighbors?
Discussion
– Why do people form different types of communities these days?
– What are the advantages to be a part of a community?
– What are the disadvantages to be a part of a community?
– Does your society have such communities?
– Do you think such communities are important nowadays?
– Why do you think virtual communities are growing these days?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Do you work or study?
– What is more important to you, the job or people you work with?
– Do you think people in your country do lots of housework?
– Do you like to do housework? Why?
– Do you like flowers?
– Do flowers mean anything in your country?
– Do people in your country send flowers to one another?
Cue Card
Talk about the books you like to read. Please say
– What kind of books do you like to read?
– When did you start to read?
– Why do you read these books?
Discussion
– Do people read a lot in your country?
– Why don’t people read?
– What do they usually read?
– Why do they read magazines or comic books instead of books?
– What’s the difference between the books for adults and for children?
– Do you think imagination is important for people who read?
– If people don’t read, will they start to read in the future? Why?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Tell me about the apartments you live in.
– What are the advantages of living in it?
– What changes will you do there to make it your home?
– Do people keep birds in your area?
– Do people kill birds in your country?
Cue card
Describe a music event that you saw live or on TV. Please say
– What was the event about?
– How did you find out about it?
– Why was it so interesting?
Discussion
– What do you think about the popularity of music amongst children?
– Is Western music popular in your country?
– What is the long term impact of listening to Western music?
Speaking test
Interview
– Do you work or study?
– What do you like about your job?
– Do you like your job or people you work with?
– Have you ever collected things?
– Why do people like to collect things?
– In your country, what are the things that people usually collect?
– Do you like animals?
– What animals do you like?
– Do people keep animals in your country? What kind?
– What kind of wild animals do you like? Why?
Cue Card
Talk about an adventurous person in your life. Please say
– Who is this person?
– How do you know him/her?
– What kind of risks does he/she take?
Discussion
– Are you an adventurous person?
– Do people take more risks now than in the past?
– Do you think people take more intellectual risks or physical risks?
– Why do some people like to take risks?
– Why don’t most people like to take risks?
– Do you think government should support people who take risks and lose?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Are you a student?
– Would you like to continue your studies in the future?
– Have you made any art or handicraft items in your childhood?
– Please describe them.
– What weather do you like most? Why?
– How is Australian weather different from Indian weather?
– The weather is changing every year, is it happening in your country as well?
– Who do you think is responsible for this?
Cue Card
Talk about a journey you would like to take outside of your country in the future. Please say
– Where would you like to go to?
– Why have you selected this location?
– Who would you like to accompany you?
Discussion
– Do you agree that it is beneficial to visit different countries with different cultures?
– What are the qualities a traveler should possess?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Where are you from?
– Do you like outdoor activities?
– What are your favorite outdoor activities?
– What are the people in your area known for?
– Do you think people do more of housework these days in your country?
– What were the chores you have helped with as a child?
– Do you think children should be taught and introduced to housework early in life?
Cue Card
Talk about a successful small company you know. Please say
– What is the name of the company?
– How did you come to know about it?
– Why do you think it is successful?
– What do they do to make it successful?
Discussion
– What things need to be changed to improve economic conditions in your country?
Speaking test
Interview
– What do you do?
– Are you studying or working?
– What is your major?
– Why did you choose it?
– When did you learn how to swim?
– Do you think children should learn swimming?
– Are there a lot of birds in the place where you live?
– Do people keep birds in your country as a pet? Why?
– Are birds representing something of importance in your country?
– Do you think birds should be protected?
Cue Card
Describe a conversation on the phone that you have enjoyed the most. Please say
– Was it long?
– Who were you talking to?
– Why was it special to you?
Discussion
– Are older and young generations using phones differently?
– Is there a difference between face to face and phone conversations?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– How shall I pronounce your name?
– Can you tell me about yourself?
– Describe to me the place that you live in today.
– Do you enjoy your stay in Riyadh?
– How long are you here for?
– Do you enjoy cooking?
– Who is responsible for managing the household chores?
Cue Card
Talk about the news that you found interesting. Please say
– When did it happen?
– Who was involved?
– Where did the news take place?
Discussion
– Which is commonly used in your country to acquire news, television or radio?
– How are the lives of the people in your country affected by news?
– What is the role of technology today in delivering news?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Where do you live?
– Is it a village or a city?
– Do you like the place? Why?
– How long have you been living there?
– How do you organize your time?
– What do you do in your leisure time?
– What would you do if you had more free time?
– Have you learned how to organize your time?
– Describe one of your methods.
– What do you prefer, to watch a film at home or in the cinema? Why?
– What type of shows did you prefer when you were child and what shows do you like now?
– What do you think about video games for children?
– What do you think about children’s games and sport?
– Which are better: indoor or outdoor sports?
– What sport is the best for children?
– Have you spent much time with children?
Cue Card
Tell me about a child you know. Please say
– How do you know him/her?
– Describe him/her.
– Talk about his/her personality.
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What is your job?
– What is important to you, the people you work with or your job?
– Do you think you manage your time well?
– How do you manage your time?
Cue Card
Talk about a leisure place in your country that you have visited. Please say
– What place is it?
– Where is it located?
– Who did you go there with?
– What did you do there?
Discussion
– In your country where are young people usually meeting?
– Where were people usually meeting in the past?
– In your country do people spend most of their time inside the house or
outside?
– Is it necessary to have a gym in a business office?
– What is the effect of the gym, is it good or bad for the people working in the office?
Speaking test
Interview
– What do you do?
– Are you a student?
– How much time do you spend with your family and friends?
– What do you like about computers?
– What do you do in your free time?
– Why do people still prefer to go on long journeys?
– How do you feel about having a chance to travel in space?
– In the future what kind of transport would people prefer to use when they are traveling?
Cue Card
Talk about a planed holiday you were on, which you have extended for some reason. Please say
– When did it happen?
– With whom were you traveling?
– What was the reason for extension?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Do you work or study?
– Why do you like your job?
– Do you want to continue on the same career path in the future?
– Do you take photographs?
– How popular are photographs in your country?
– Do you buy photographs?
Cue Card
Describe an unusual activity you have done recently. Please say
– What was the activity?
– When did you do it?
– Why did you do it?
– With whom did you do it?
Discussion
– How popular are entertainment centres in your country?
– Do you think entertainment centres are important?
– Do you think children need leisure time?
– How do children need to organize their leisure time?
– Do you think entertainment centres will help a country culture?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Do you work or study?
– What are the major responsibilities in your job?
– Are you happy with your job?
– Would you like to continue doing it in years to come?
– Do you like birds?
– Do birds play a major role in your country?
– Do you want to protect birds? Why?
– What species of birds do you know?
– How often do you see them?
Cue Card
Describe your neighbor. Please say
– Who is that person?
– How long do you know him/her?
– How often do you meet him/her?
– Please describe him/her.
Discussion
– Why do we need to have good relationship with neighbors?
– What are the advantages of having neighbors?
– What are the disadvantages of having neighbors?
– Why don’t city people know their neighbors?
– Do you think there is a difference between rural and city neighbors?
– What are the main activities of people in your community?
– How well are they getting together on each occasion?
– Is there a chance people will get into quarrels in your community?
– Does wealth play a major role in categorizing your neighbors?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name, please?
– Do you study or work?
– What do you do for living?
– Who is more involved in household activities in your culture?
– Do you do some of it?
– Do you like it?
– Do people like outdoor activities?
– How much time do they spend on outdoor activities?
– How much time do you spend on outdoor activities?
– What do you do after that?
Cue Card
Describe a friend who could be a good leader. Please say
– What is his/her name?
– How did you meet him/her?
– Do people behave differently when he/she is around?
– Why do you think he/she can be a good leader?
Discussion
– In your country culture who are the leaders in the family?
– When a decision needs to be made, who has the last word?
– Do you think managers should seek an employee’s view, before making a decision?
– How is it done in your office?
Speaking test
Interview
– Can you tell me your full name?
– Please describe your apartment.
– What do you like about it?
– Is there anything you would like to change in the apartment?
– Is color important when you buy things? Why?
– Do you like dark or light colors? Why?
– How important were colors to you when you were a child?
– Do you like your name?
– Have you ever wanted to change your name?
– Who is the one that usually names a child in your country?
– Tell me about the tradition of giving names in your country.
Cue Card
Talk about a character that you admire from your childhood. Please say
– Who was he/she?
– What was he/she like?
– What did he/she do?
– Explain why you admire this character.
Discussion
– What types of characters do adults usually admire these days? Why?
– Why do people still admire the character even if they know it’s not real?
– What are the characteristics of an actor that is widely admired?
– How much can a character from a movie affect our real life? Why?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– What would you like me to call you?
– What type of job are you doing?
– Do you like this job?
– If you were given a chance, would you change the job?
Cue Card
Talk about a good quality of your character. Please say
– What quality is this?
– How do you manage to keep this good quality?
– Do your family members appreciate this quality of your character?
Discussion
– What qualities of character are needed for someone to become your friend?
– Do you think you can make friends only with people of similar character?
Speaking test
Interview
– Talk about the weather.
– Compare the weather in Australia and your country of origin.
– What is the importance of flowers in your country?
– Do they have some special meaning in your country?
– Do you know any particular flower that is important?
– What do public holidays mean to you?
– How important to you to have holidays from time to time?
Cue Card
Described a place near water ( lake or river) that you have visited recently. Please say
– Where is it located
– Who did you go with?
– What did you do there?
– What did you like or dislike about this place?
Discussion
– What do you think about the global warming?
– Do you like to travel by ships?
– Compare traveling by ships/boats in the past and nowadays.
– How does the global warming affect the oceans?
Speaking test
Interview
– Can you tell me your full name?
– Can I check your ID, please?
– What city are you from?
– Where are you living at the moment?
– What is it you like or dislike about this place?
– Do you want to change your current residence?
– Do you know how to swim?
– Do you like swimming or not? Why?
– Would you prefer to swim in the ocean or a swimming pool?
– Should children learn how to swim? Why?
– What does weather and its seasons in your country look like?
– Do you like this kind of weather or not?
Cue Card
Talk about your favorite song. Please say:
– Where did you hear it for the first time?
– Why do you like the song?
– Does it remind you of a special moment?
Discussion
– Do your friends enjoy this song as well?
– Is there any difference in liking music at young and older age?
– Name different occasions when you sing songs in your country.
– Do other people also participate in singing in parties?
– Why is it important to participate in singing?
– What kind of music do you suggest for children?
Interview
– Tell me your full name, please.
– Where do you live?
– How long have you been staying in this suburb?
– Do you like flowers?
– What purposes do people in your country use flowers for?
Cue card
Talk about a vehicle that you would like to buy. Please say
– What vehicle is that?
– Why do you like it?
– Do you intend to buy this vehicle in future?
– What purpose would you use this vehicle for?
Discussion
– What types of vehicles are used in your community?
– What type of vehicles do people use in your country?
– What is the difference in transport now and in the past?
– What in your opinion causes traffic jams these days?
– What do you think about government funding transportation projects?
– What should be done by the government to improve transportation?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Do you work or study?
– What do you like about your job?
– Do you like photographs?
– Do people take pictures in your country?
– Why do people take pictures?
– Tell me about a local dish in your country.
Cue Card
Talk about something that you would like to succeed in doing. Please say
– What is it?
– How would you make it happen?
– Why do you want to do it?
– Do you know someone who has achieved it?
Discussion
– Do you like competition?
– Some people say children should not be exposed to competition. What do you think?
– How do you think competition will change in the future?
Speaking test 1
Interview
– What is your name?
– May I see your ID?
– Do you work or study?
– Do you like your job?
– What is happiness according to your understanding?
– What do you do to remain happy?
– What do you think makes people happy?
– Do you think money is important for achieving happiness in life?
Cue Card
Talk about fashion in clothes, please say:
– What type of clothes do you like?
– Why do you wear this type of clothes?
– How often do you go to markets to buy new clothes?
– Do you spend much money on new clothes? Why?
– Explain the importance of clothes to you.
Discussion
– Why do people dislike going to markets to buy new clothes?
– Why do people spend more time choosing new clothes?
– What is the importance of clothes / fashion in your country?
– What is the negative impact of fashion on young people in your country?
– Do clothes reflect people’s personalities? Why?
– Describe a fashion show that you attended.
Speaking test 2
Interview
– What is your name?
– Where do you stay?
– Do you work or study?
Cue Card
Talk about a family member you often want to spend time with. Please say
– Who is he/she?
– How did you get to know each other?
– Why do you want to spend most of your time with him/her?
Discussion
– Do you like shopping?
– Where do you do your shopping and why?
– What do you think about the behavior of teenagers nowadays compared to behavior of teenagers in the past?
– Where do you think mothers would want their children to spend most of their time, at a child / day care center, or at home?
– Why do you think so?
Cue Card
Talk about fashion in clothes, please say:
– What type of clothes do you like?
– Why do you wear this type of clothes?
– How often do you go to markets to buy new clothes?
– Do you spend much money on new clothes? Why?
– Explain the importance of clothes to you.
Discussion
– Why do people dislike going to markets to buy new clothes?
– Why do people spend more time choosing new clothes?
– What is the importance of clothes / fashion in your country?
– What is the negative impact of fashion on young people in your country?
– Do clothes reflect people’s personalities? Why?
– Describe a fashion show that you attended.
Speaking test 2
Interview
– What is your name?
– Where do you stay?
– Do you work or study?
Cue Card
Talk about a family member you often want to spend time with. Please say
– Who is he/she?
– How did you get to know each other?
– Why do you want to spend most of your time with him/her?
Discussion
– Do you like shopping?
– Where do you do your shopping and why?
– What do you think about the behavior of teenagers nowadays compared to behavior of teenagers in the past?
– Where do you think mothers would want their children to spend most of their time, at a child / day care center, or at home?
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– Why do you think so?
Discussion
– Why do people dislike going to markets to buy new clothes?
– Why do people spend more time choosing new clothes?
– What is the importance of clothes / fashion in your country?
– What is the negative impact of fashion on young people in your country?
– Do clothes reflect people’s personalities? Why?
– Describe a fashion show that you attended.
Speaking test 2
Interview
– What is your name?
– Where do you stay?
– Do you work or study?
Cue Card
Talk about a family member you often want to spend time with. Please say
– Who is he/she?
– How did you get to know each other?
– Why do you want to spend most of your time with him/her?
Discussion
– Do you like shopping?
– Where do you do your shopping and why?
– What do you think about the behavior of teenagers nowadays compared to behavior of teenagers in the past?
– Where do you think mothers would want their children to spend most of their time, at a child / day care center, or at home?
– Why do you think so?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Do you work or study?
– What part of your job is exciting?
– Which is more important – your job or the people you work with?
– Do you manage your time well?
– How do you do it?
– Do you like flowers?
– Are flowers important in your country?
– How are they important?
Cue Card
Talk about an interesting topic. Please say
– What topic is it?
– Why do you find it interesting?
– What can you learn from it?
Discussion
– What is more important: general or specific knowledge, in your opinion?
– How is general knowledge important to a country?
– Which person is more interesting to you: somebody has knowledge on many different subjects, or somebody who knows almost everything about certain topics?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Where are you from?
– Are you studying or working?
– Why have you decided to become a doctor?
– Why did you apply for IELTS?
– Do you like colors?
– What is the significance of colors in your life?
– Is there a specific color you wouldn’t like in your house and why?
Cue Card
Talk about a magazine or a newspaper article that you have really liked. Please say
– What was it about?
– Why did you like it?
– How often do you read this magazine/newspaper?
Discussion
– What is the role of the Internet in our society?
– What advantages and disadvantages of the Internet can you think of?
– Does the Internet have an impact on the value of newspapers and magazines?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Are you working or studying?
– Do you enjoy the job? Why?
– Where do you study?
– How do you travel to school?
– Is it a good school?
– Do you like birds?
– Do you think birds are important in our life? Why?
– Should people protect birds? Why?
Cue Card
Describe a neighbor that you know well. Please say
– Who is he/she?
– How did you meet him/her?
– How long have you known him/her?
– Why do you like him/her?
Discussion
– Why do we need neighbors?
– Are there any advantages or disadvantages to having neighbors?
– How often do you meet them?
– Will you meet them during special occasions such as the New Year?
– What social work do your neighbors do?
– What are the advantages or disadvantages of having social groups?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– What would you like me to call you?
– Which part of your apartment do you like the most and why?
– Which part of the apartment would you change?
Cue Card
Talk about the profession that can change the world. Please say
– Do you know anyone working in that profession?
– Why would it change the world?
– What do you think can make this job enjoyable?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– What do you like about your house?
– Is there anything you don’t like about your house?
– What would you like to change about your house?
– Do you like your name?
– Would you like to change your name?
Cue card
Describe your regular walks, please say
– Where do you walk?
– Whom do you walk with?
– What do you see on the way?
– Explain why you are walking regularly.
Discussion
– Why does walking make people healthier?
– Why do people like walking in the morning?
– Do you think different ages have different ways to exercise?
– What activities are better than walking for people who want to keep healthy?
Speaking test
Interview
– Do you live in a big city or in a small town?
– Do you like flowers?
– For which purpose are flowers used in your country?
– What do you do with flowers on festivals?
Cue Card
Describe a leisure center in your city (a park, a cinema, a shopping mall or similar). Please say
– Where is it located?
– What amenities does it offer?
– How often do you go there?
Discussion
– What are the common leisure activities in your country?
– What activities do teenagers do in your country?
– Why do teenagers prefer to spend more time at home?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– What is your job?
– What are your responsibilities at work?
– Please describe your city.
– Have you been to a live concert before?
– Can you describe it?
– Are there any differences between live music and music played on a CD?
– When was the last time you watched a concert on TV?
– How do you manage your time?
Cue Card
Describe a situation when you helped somebody. Please say
– Who was he/she?
– When did it take place?
– How did you help him/her?
Discussion
– Are there families that need help?
– What help does the government provide for such families?
– Are there non-government organizations that can help people in your country?
– Did you experience help coming from the government?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Please state your full name.
– Do you work or study?
– What city are you from?
– Do you think this is a good place to live in?
– Do you like movies?
– When you were a child what kind of movies did you like to watch?
– What do you think about art?
– Did you like painting when you were a child?
– What were you writing as a child?
Cue Card
Talk about an activity that you do to keep yourself healthy. You should say:
– what this activity is,
– when you do it,
– where you do it,
– whether you would recommend this to others and why.
Speaking test
Interview
– Do you work or study?
– Let’s talk about your work. What kind of work is it?
– Do you enjoy your job?
– How were your science classes at school, did you like them?
– Is there anything you didn’t like about science?
– Why is science important in everyday life?
– What kind of musical concerts are popular in your area?
– Do you think that musical concerts are the better option to enjoy music?
– What other options are there?
– Do you go to the musical concerts? Why?
Cue Card
Talk about a house or an apartment you would like to live in.
– describe that house or apartment,
– say why you like it, and
– explain where it should be located.
Discussion
– Would you like more to live in a large city or in a rural area?
– What are the differences between the village and city living?
– Why are villages becoming popular?
– What will be the future trends in lifestyle?
– What can be done by people themselves to minimize pollution?
– Will the governments eventually ban large cities?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Where are you from?
– What do you do for living?
– Do you enjoy it?
– Do you plan to continue?
– Do children swim in your country?
– Why do you think they are swimming more/less there?
– What are the benefits of swimming?
– Do you like swimming?
– Why do/don’t you like it?
Cue Card
Talk about an unusual activity that you did recently. Please say
– What was that activity?
– With whom did you do it?
– Why did you do it?
– How did you do it?
Discussion
– Do you think activity is good to improve relationships between parents and children?
– What are the reasons for parents and children not being connected nowadays?
– How can parents be more connected with their children?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– What should I call you?
– Do you work or study?
– Do you enjoy your work?
– Would you like to change this job?
– Do you like your name?
– Who gives a name to a baby in your culture?
– Describe the naming ceremony in your culture.
Cue Card
Talk about a day off and how you would like to spend it. Please say
– Where would you like to go?
– What would you like to do?
– Whom would you go with?
– How do you usually feel at the end of a day off?
Discussion
– Would you like a single long holiday or many short holidays in a year? Why?
– Do you think men and women have different activities to do in their free time? Why?
Speaking
Interview
– What do you do, studying or working?
– Do you like your present job?
– Would you like to continue in the present job?
Cue card
Describe one of your days off, please say
– Where would you go?
– With whom would you spend the day?
– What activities would you do?
– Please explain why you like a day off.
Discussion
– Do you think people need a day off?
– Do you like to spend a day off with friends or family?
– Who is more important in life, friends or family?
– Do you prefer just one long holiday or many days off?
– Do you think money is important in life?
– Which is more important in your life, money or the relationship with family / friends?
– Do you think nowadays people are working more hours than before?
– What should be more important for people: earning money or building relationships within their family?
– Do men and women have different ways of spending leisure time?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– Do you work or study?
– What part of your job is exciting?
– Which is more important – your job or the people you work with?
Cue Card
Describe an adventurous person that you know or read about. Please say
– Who is this person?
– Why do you find him/her an adventurer?
– What can you learn from him/her?
Discussion
– What do you consider adventurous/challenging?
Speaking test
Interview
– Please say your full name.
– What should I call you?
– Are you currently working or studying?
– Do you plan to stay in this job for a long time?
Cue Card
Talk about a country or town you would like to visit. Please say
– What country / town is it?
– With whom would you like to go?
– How do you plan to get there?
– Why do you want to go there?
Discussion
– Will people be traveling more in the future? Why or why not?
– Is technology helping to improve travel?
Interview
– What is your name?
– Do you come from large city or a small town?
– Does any number have a special meaning in your country?
– Are you good at remembering names or numbers?
– What are you household chores?
Cue Card
Describe your ideal house. Please say
– What it will look like,
– Where it will be situated,
– Who will be living there with you.
Discussion
– What do you think about living in a rural area?
– What do you think about the urbanization process?
Speaking test
Interview
– Describe the place where you live.
– What room do you like the most?
– Would you like to change something there?
– Do you like the color scheme of the place?
– What colors did you like as a child?
– What colors do you dislike?
– What colors would you apply in your house?
Cue Card
Describe a musical event that you have attended or seen on TV, please say:
– What event was it?
– Where was it?
– Did you enjoy it?
Discussion
– Do people in your country accept international music?
– Does your country see some importance in music?
– Is it common for children in your country to learn music?
– Do you think that music or playing an instrument should be taught in school?
– What art or craft did you learn in school?
– What art would you like to learn in the future?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your full name?
– How do you prefer to be called?
– Are you a student?
– Why did you choose this subject?
– What do you like the most about this subject?
– Do people believe in numbers in your country?
– Do you believe in numbers?
– Do you collect coins?
– What are the characteristics of a good leader?
– Do you think you are a good leader?
Cue Card
Talk about your friend. Please say:
– When and where have you met him/her?
– What do others think of your friend?
– What do you like the most about your friend?
– What are the good qualities of your friend?
Discussion
– Why do you think others will follow your friend?
– Do you think your friend is a good leader?
– In your tradition, who will act as a leader in a family?
– Why does he/she act as a leader?
– In your country, will the leader co-operate with family members?
– Who will make decisions?
– When making decisions, will he/she discuss them first with family?
– Do family members usually support the leader?
– Do you think in the future leaders will take the position as decision makers?
Speaking test
Interview
– Can I have your name please?
– Do you work or study?
– What is the nature of your work?
– Did you do house chores when you were young?
– Do you still do them?
– What can you say about the noise in the city like yours?
– How can it be reduced or stopped?
– Apart from the government legislation or non-governmental organizations mentioned what else can be done?
– Do you like animals?
– What is your favorite animal?
– Why is it your favorite?
– Do people keep animals, where you live?
– What type of animals?
– Why do they keep such animals?
Cue Card
Describe a place where you would go for a holiday, please say
– Where would you go?
– Why would you choose it?
– What would you do there?
Discussion
What do you like more, the work itself or the people you work with?
Speaking test
Interview
– What is your name?
– What is your country of birth?
– Do you work or study?
– What are your plans for after study?
– How do you spend your free time?
– Do you spend a lot of time with family and friends?
– Do you have meals with your family?
Cue Card
Talk about something unusual that you did recently. Please say
– What was it?
– With whom did you do it?
– Why did you do it?
Discussion
– Do you think it is important to do unusual things? Why?
– What do you think about money spent by the government on film making and leisure activities?
– Do you think it is economically sound?
– What is your opinion about the cinema business?
– What do you think about people living longer?
Speaking test
Interview
– Talk about the place you live in.
– What do you like or dislike about your home?
– What is your favorite room?
– Are there any possible improvements that can be done in your home?
– What TV programs do you like the most?
– What TV programs did you like in your childhood?
Cue Card
Talk about an unusual experience you’ve had recently.
Discussion
– Let’s talk about photography. Do you like to take pictures?
– How often do you do it?
– What is your favorite type of photography?
– Is it common to take photos for people in your country?
– Does it vary for men and women?
– Do you prefer to buy pictures or postcards when you visit a place or to take a few photos of it?
– What are popular pastimes in your country?
– Are they different for men and women?
– Do men have more free time than women?
– Do you think the amount of free time has changed compared to your parents’ generation?