ELTS test in Canada – April 2016 (Academic Module)

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

We were given two pie charts showing the percentages of energy produced from different resources such as natural gas, coal and so on, in one country over a period time. We had to summarize and describe them.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Some people believe that international trade and communication with other countries is a positive trend, while others think it is harmful to nations and they might lose their identities. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your own opinion and relevant examples.

Speaking test

Interview

- What is your full name?
- Can I see your ID?
- Where are you from?
- Do you work or study?
- What do you do?
- Where do you live now?
- Do you like to snack?
- Do you have snacks every day?
- What are your favorite snacks? Why?

Cue Card

Describe a situation when you have been waiting for a long time for something or somebody. Please say

- What was the situation?
- When and where was it?
- How did you feel about it?

Discussion

- Does waiting for a long time make you a little bit impatient?
- Do these situations make you apprehensive every time? Why?
- Do you have leisure time?
- What do you usually do during this time?
- Do you like spending you time at home or outside?

IELTS test in Israel – April 2016 (Academic Module)

Listening test Section 1. A woman was making a catering reservation for her husband’s birthday. Section 2. A description of new cottages project near a park, including a map of the park’s facilities. Section 3. Students discussed the studies they conducted including essays and presentations. Section 4. A lecture about public and personal expenditure. Reading test Passage 1. About a picture that was found and suspected to be Leonardo da Vinci’s work. Passage 2. A text that compared characteristics of oldest children to their brothers and sisters. Passage 3. A text about accidental developments. Writing test Writing task 1 (a report) We were given a table that described the prices of six different items (milk, newspapers, petrol, hamburgers, concert tickets and TV sets) in 1981 and 2011 and the percentages of price change. We had to compare them. Writing task 2 (an essay) Some people think that governments must insist on preserving traditional appearance of old buildings undergoing renovation or redevelopment. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement? Speaking test Interview - What is your full name? - Can I see your ID? - Where are you from? - Do you work or study? - Where do you live now? - Let’s talk about your home. - Can you describe it, please? - What is your favorite room in the house? - Why is that so? - In which part of the country do you live? - What do you like about it? - Let’s talk about science. - Do you like science? - Do you watch scientific shows on TV? - Are there any science museums in your country? Cue Card Talk about a family that you know well (but not your own). Please say - Describe this family. - Where and when did you meet for the first time? - Why do you like this family? Discussion - Let’s talk about families. - Do you know any other families? - Is it common for an extended family to live under one roof in your country? - What are the advantages and disadvantages of this? - Who is the head of the family in you country? Why? - In what way do digital devices influence family relationships?

IELTS test in Sydney, Australia – January 2016 (General Training)

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a letter)

You stayed in a hotel recently and forgot a few things that are important to you in the hotel room. Write a letter to the hotel manager and say

- Describe the items that you left.
- Where did you leave them?
- What would you like the manager to do with these items?

Writing Task 2 (an essay)

Some people think that younger generations are becoming less and less polite. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your opinion and examples.

Speaking test

Interview

- What is your full name?
- Can I see your ID?
- Where are you from?
- Do you work or study?
- Do you like studying science subjects?
- Do you like riding a bicycle?
- Do people in your country prefer to ride a bicycle?
- What is your favourite room at home?
- Do you plan to make some changes there?
- What changes would you make?

Cue Card 1

Talk about a sport that you tried for the first time. Please say

- What is it?
- When and where did you try it?
- What do you think about it now?

Cue Card 2

Talk about a difficult decision that you made in your life. Please say

- What is it?
- When did you make it?
- What do you think about it now?

Discussion

- Was it hard to make this decision?
- Do you usually ask for help before making a decision?

IELTS test in Brisbane, Australia – April 2016 (Academic Module)

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

We were given three pie charts showing the percentage of students attending different courses such as Arts, Science and so on in 2010 divided by age groups 18-24, 24-40, 40+. We had to summarise the information by selecting and reporting main features and make comparisons where relevant.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Some people believe that it is impossible to help everyone in need around the world. That is why governments should only focus on helping people of their own country. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your own opinion and relevant examples.

Speaking test

Interview

- What is your full name?
- Can I see your ID?
- Where are you from?
- Do you work or study?
- What is your major?
- Why did you choose this subject?
- Is it a popular subject among students? Why?
- Do you like snacks?
- What is your favorite snack?
- How often do you have snacks?
- Do you still like the same snacks as in your childhood?
- What snacks are better for you?

Cue Card

Talk about a new law you would introduce to our country. Please say

- What law would it be?
- Would it be easy to introduce such law?
- What are the benefits of such law?

Discussion

- Will it be popular? Why?
- Do you know any country that has this law in their legislation?

IELTS test in Dubai, UAE – March 2016 (Academic Module)

Listening test

Section 1. Details about house rental.

Section 2. Directions for getting around the school premises shown on a map.

Section 3. Two students were reading their report.

Section 4. A lecture about sports and fashion.

Reading test

Passage 1. About the origin of rubber.

Passage 2. About ancient currencies of different countries.

Passage 3. Some theories of visual recognition.

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

We were given a line graph describing different crimes committed in England and Wales between 1970 and 2005. We had to summarize and explain the graph.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Students in schools and universities learn more from their teachers than through other means such as the Internet, libraries and TV. To what extent you agree or disagree?

Speaking test

Interview

- What is your full name?
- Can I see your ID?
- Where are you from?
- Do you work or study?
- Where do you live now?
- What kind of work do you do?
- Are you satisfied with your job?
- Why is that?
- Would you like to do it in the future?

Cue Card

Talk about a novel or a story that you have read recently. Please say

- What was it about?
- Why did you choose it?
- Did you like or dislike it? Why?

Discussion

- How can reading affect the society?
- Do people still prefer real books or their digital versions? Why?

IELTS test in Canada – March 2016 (Academic Module)

Listening test

Section 1. About a charity dance party.

Section 2. About a zoo.

Section 3. A conversation between a professor and a student. The student was preparing a speech about an ancient governor and how he ruined the country.

Section 4. Don’t remember.

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

We were given a diagram showing the process of making recycled paper. The diagram had four steps: collection of recycling waste, making pulp, filtering and cleaning the pulp, recycled paper being rolled into rolls.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

The modern family structure and roles of each member have changed in the recent years. Do you think it has a negative or a positive effect on families? Give your opinion and relevant examples.

Speaking test

Interview

- What is your full name?
- Can I see your ID?
- Where are you from?
- Do you work or study?
- Where do you live now?
- Lets talk about parks.
- Why do people go to parks?
- What are the advantages of walking in a park?
- Do you like to walk?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of walking?

Cue Card

Talk about a dinner that you had with friends recently. Please say

- who organized it and when
- who participated in it
- why it was so memorable

Discussion

- Let’s talk about food.
- How are food and culture related?
- Describe traditional food of your country.
- What do you think about traditional food in general?
- Do you think traditional food will change in the future?

IELTS test in New Zealand – March 2016 (General Training)

 

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a letter)

Your friend would like to visit your hometown. Write a letter to him/her and say

- What is the best time of the year to visit your hometown?
- Suggest some places to visit in your town.
- Invite your friend to meet your family.

Writing Task 2 (an essay)

Nowadays media is paying a lot of attention to life stories of famous people in fields such as cinema, sports and modeling. What are the reasons for this? Do you think it is a positive or negative trend?

Speaking test

Interview

- What is your full name?
- Can I see your ID?
- Where are you from?
- Do you work or study?
- What do you do for work?
- Can you describe your day at work?
- Do you live in an apartment or a house?
- Describe your home.
- What is your favorite room or place there?

Cue Card

Talk about a family that you know and like. Please say

- Describe this family.
- When and how did you meet them?
- Why do you like this family?

Discussion

- What is more important, friends or family in your opinion? Why?
- Do you prefer to spend your time with family or friends?

IELTS test in India – March 2016 (Academic Module)

Listening test Section 1. A conversation between a man and a real estate agent regarding rental property. Section 2. Don’t remember. Section 3. A conversation between two aspirants regarding some academic subject. Section 4. Description of farming methods used in New Zealand including their pros and cons. Reading test Passage 1. Don’t remember. Passage 2. About psychology. Passage 3. About medical problems associated with water quality. Writing test Writing task 1 (a report) We were given two maps of the same housing estate, the first was of its current state and the second after the redevelopment that will take place in the near future. We had to describe and compare the two maps. Writing task 2 (an essay) Many people believe that schools should teach children to become good citizens and workers rather than independent individuals. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give your own opinion and relevant examples.

IELTS test in the Dominican Republic – March 2016 (General Training)

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a letter)

You are studying and doing a part-time job. A full time position recently opened in the company and your manager is asking you to quit your studies and start working full-time. Write a letter to him/her and say

- What is your decision?
- Why did you make this decision?
- Suggest a solution that will suit both you and the company.

Writing Task 2 (an essay)

Many people agree that children can be physically punished when they do something wrong, to correct and discipline them. Others disagree with this approach, because it can cause trauma. They believe that parents should speak with their children and explain why they should not make that mistake again. Discuss both views and give your personal opinion.

Speaking test

Interview

- What is your full name?
- Can I see your ID?
- Where are you from?
- Do you work or study?
- Describe your family.
- Do you live in an apartment or a house?
- Describe your home.
- What is your favorite room or place there?

Cue Card

Talk about a special gift that you received, please say

- What was it?
- Who gave it to you and when?
- Why do you feel it is special?

Discussion

- Why do you think that person gave you such a present?
- Describe some traditions in your culture.
- Are there uniforms in your country?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of wearing a uniform?
- Where and when should we wear a uniform?
- What kind of uniforms do people wear in your country?

IELTS test in Canada – March 2016 (General Training)

Listening test

Section 1. A conversation about tourist places and attraction of the park including tours available in the surroundings.

Section 2. A description of a recreation center map including gym, changing area, tennis court, library and other facilities.

Section 3. A conversation between a professor and a student about books on insects.

Section 4. A seminar on how to develop a blog website for students.
Questions: multiple choice and choose 3 suitable options out of 6.

Reading test

Passage 1. About bus routes system in New Zealand.
Questions: match sentences to paragraphs.

Passage 2. Some guidelines about London post and shipping.
Questions: short answer (no more than 2 words).

Passage 3. About human memory and brainstorming techniques.
Questions: True/False/Not Given, match headings to paragraphs.

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a letter)

Write a letter to your classmates from school to invite them to a reunion ceremony that is being organised by you. Please say

- Where and when will it take place?
- Give an overview of the function.
- Explain what is going on with your life.

Writing Task 2 (an essay)

Some people believe that the government should help the unemployed or just laid off from work on a weekly basis. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your own opinion.

Speaking test

Interview

- What is your full name?
- Can I see your ID?
- Where are you from?
- Do you work or study?
- Describe your hometown.
- Is it a safe place for kids to grow up?
- What is the government doing to make sure children can be raised in a better atmosphere?

Cue Card

Talk about someone who flies more often than normal due to some reasons. Please say

- When and where did you meet him/her?
- What are his/her reasons for flying so much?
- Does he/she like this job and the amount of flying involved?

Discussion

- What steps should the government take to decrease the amount of air pollution due to air traffic?
- Do you think business people fly more than others? Why?
- Why do you think people prefer to travel by air rather than other means of transportation?
- Do you prefer comfort over price?
- Why is that?

IELTS test in India – March 2016 (Academic Module)

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

We were given a diagram showing the participation of boys and girls in different sports. We had to make a comparison and describe the diagram.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Nowadays the differences between countries are becoming less evident because we see the same TV shows, advertisements, fashion and follow the same brands. To what extent the advantages of this trend outweigh its disadvantages?

Speaking test

Interview

- What is your full name?
- Can I see your ID?
- Where are you from?
- Do you work or study?
- What do you study?
- Do you like science or not? Why?
- Why didn’t you choose science as a subject for your studies?

Cue Card

Describe an item you have bought that you were pleased with. Please say

- Where and when did you buy it?
- Describe the item.
- Why do you like it?

Discussion

- Do you think street shopping is beneficial?
- Why do people choose to go to shopping malls?
- Did you buy something online?
- Were you pleased with the purchase?