The IELTS speaking test is like most conversations. If you give an opinion, you should justify it, and if possible, offer a reason, solution or speculation. For example: I don’t think people should automatically be entitled to three holidays a year. [END] Saying only...
This section of the site is for model answers on Part Two topic cards. They are all rated at Band 9.0 (the top score). It is good practice to read the model answer aloud, ideally while recording yourself. Then play back the recording, listening closely to your...
It is common in the IELTS speaking test to be asked to talk about special days or celebrations, so here are some model answers that will give you a guideline for a good result. The list below is based on special days or celebrations in New Zealand, but this is where...
In the IELTS speaking test, the examiner could ask you to talk about your hobbies. Here’s a bad example of a response to a question about hobbies: Examiner: What sports do you like?Candidate: Football. The main problem with the example above is that it is too short....
Can I ask the examiner to repeat the question in the IELTS speaking test? One of our enrolled members asked a very good question a few days ago – do I lose points in the IELTS speaking test if I ask the examiner to repeat a question? The simple answer is no...