HOMETOWN & PARENTS IELTS – SPEAKING TEST NO. # 001
Part 1: Introduction & Interview
- Do you live in a city or in a town?
- Were you born and brought up in your current hometown?
- How has your hometown changed over time?
- What kinds of people live in your hometown?
- What is the most beautiful place in your town?
- Is your hometown a good place for a child to grow up in?
Part 2: Individual long turn – Task Card
Describe people that you know and believe to be very good parents
- Name and where they reside
- What do they do
- How do you know them
- Why are you impressed by them
Part 3: Two way discussion
- What is the role of parents in every person’s life?
- Why do you think that parents are running from their responsibility for their children in this modern era?
- How have the responsibilities changed of parents now than the past generation’s parenting style?
- What qualities make a couple a good parent?
# IELTS SPEAKING PART 1 – Topic: Pets
- Do you like pets? Why? Yes, I do. Pets make a home feel lively and their presence reduces stress.
- What kind of pets are common in your country? Dogs and cats are the most common but some people also keep birds like parrots.
- Did you have a pet when you were a child? Yes, I had a small dog. He taught me responsibility at a young age.
- Would you like to keep a pet in the future? Yes, if I have enough time. Pets need proper care and attention.
Topic: Family Business
- Is there any family business in your family? No, my family is not involved in business; most of them work in regular jobs.
- Do you think family businesses are common in your country? Yes, they are quite common, especially small shops, restaurants, and garment businesses.
- Would you like to start a family business someday? Maybe yes, because working with family builds trust and makes decision-making easier.
- What are the advantages of family businesses? The biggest advantage is loyalty. Everyone works with a shared purpose.
# IELTS SPEAKING PART 2 – CUE CARD
Describe a test you passed You should say:
- What test it was
- Why you took it
- How you prepared for it
- And explain how you felt after passing it
One test that I passed recently was my driving licence test . I took it because I wanted to travel independently without depending on public transport.
To prepare for it, I studied the traffic rules carefully and practised driving every evening with my instructor. At first, I was nervous, especially about reverse parking, but gradually I gained confidence through regular practice.
On the day of the test, my hands were shaking a little, but as soon as I started, everything went smoothly. When the examiner announced that I had passed, I felt extremely relieved and proud. It felt like a small achievement that opened the door to a lot of freedom in my daily life.
IELTS SPEAKING PART 3 – FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS
- Do you think exams are the best way to assess students? Exams are useful, but not the best method for every learner. They mainly test memorisation, not creativity or practical skills.
- How have examinations changed over the years? Earlier, exams were mostly written, but now many institutions conduct online assessments, oral tests, and project-based evaluations.
- Do you think children feel too much pressure during exams? Yes, in many cases. Competition, parental expectations, and fear of failure often increase stress.
- What could schools do to reduce exam pressure? Schools can conduct more frequent low-stakes tests, teach stress-management skills, and focus on understanding instead of rote learning.
- Are practical tests more useful than written tests? For skill-based subjects, yes. Practical tests show real abilities, while written tests only reflect theoretical understanding.