Practice 16: Practice Test 76 - 80

Practice Test 76

Part 1 Introduction & Interview (4 – 5 minutes)

Introduction (Compulsory)

  • Good morning/afternoon. My name is _________ (IELTS Examiner). Can you tell me your full name, please?
  • What should I call you?
  • Could you tell me where you’re from?
  • Can I see your identification, please?

Thank you, Now in this first part. I’d like to ask you some questions about yourself.

Interview (Choose 2-3 Questions)

Let’s talk about: Architecture

1.    Are there a lot of buildings where you live?

2.    What kind of architecture do you like the most?

3.    Where would you live, if you could live in any home in the world?

4.    Is architecture an important part of a city’s identity?

 

Interview (Choose 2-3 Questions)

Now let’s talk about: Cities

1.    Have you ever lived in a city?

2.    What do you enjoy most about living in the city?

3.    Which city would you like to live in in the future?

4.    Do most people in your country live in cities?

 

Part 2 Individual Long Turn (3 – 4 minutes)

Now, I’m going to give you a topic and I’d like you to talk about one to two minutes. Before you talk you’ll have one minute to think about what you’re going to say. You can make some notes if you wish. Do you understand?

Here’s some paper and a pencil for making notes and here’s your topic:

I’d like you to describe a part of a city or town you enjoy spending time in.

Describe a part of a city or town you enjoy spending time in.

You should say:

·      where it is

·      what it is like

·      what you do there

and explain why you enjoy spending time there.

 

Thank you, time is up, Can I have the pencil and paper back?

 

Part 3 Two-Way Discussion (4 – 5 minutes)

We’ve been talking about a painting and now I’d like you to discuss with one or two more general questions related to this.

Let’s consider first topic of public places

Public Places

1.    What are the purposes of public places in towns and cities?

2.    What interesting public places are there in your hometown?

3.    Why do many young people like to go to public places?

4.    Which public places do older people usually go to?

5.    Do you think more people will move to cities in the future?

6.    Why do people who live in cities like public gardens?

7.    What changes are there in cities/towns?

8.    Do you think there should be more free public places?

 

Practice Test 77

Part 1 Introduction & Interview (4 – 5 minutes)

Introduction (Compulsory)

  • Good morning/afternoon. My name is _________ (IELTS Examiner). Can you tell me your full name, please?
  • What should I call you?
  • Could you tell me where you’re from?
  • Can I see your identification, please?

Thank you, Now in this first part. I’d like to ask you some questions about yourself.

Interview (Choose 2-3 Questions)

Let’s talk about: Driving

1.    Do you like driving?

2.    Where was the last place you drove?

3.    Where do you like to sit in a car?

4.    Is driving common in your country?

 

Interview (Choose 2-3 Questions)

Now let’s talk about: School

1.    Did you like your school when you were a child?

2.    What did you learn about?

3.    Did you have a favorite teacher?

4.    Are there many rules in schools in your country?

 

Part 2 Individual Long Turn (3 – 4 minutes)

Now, I’m going to give you a topic and I’d like you to talk about one to two minutes. Before you talk you’ll have one minute to think about what you’re going to say. You can make some notes if you wish. Do you understand?

Here’s some paper and a pencil for making notes and here’s your topic:

I’d like you to describe a time when it was important to tell your friend the truth.

Describe a time when it was important to tell your friend the truth.

You should say:

·      who your friend is

·      what the truth was

·      what your friend’s reaction was

and explain why you think it was important to tell your friend the truth.

 

Thank you, time is up, Can I have the pencil and paper back?

 

Part 3 Two-Way Discussion (4 – 5 minutes)

We’ve been talking about a painting and now I’d like you to discuss with one or two more general questions related to this.

Let’s consider first topic of truth/lies

Truth/Lies

1.    Do you think we should tell the truth at all times?

2.    How do you know when others are telling lies?

3.    Do you think there are times when it's suitable to tell a smaller lie = a white lie?

4.    n what kind of situations should people not tell the truth?

5.    Are there any situations when it isn't polite, to tell the truth?

 

Practice Test 78

Part 1 Introduction & Interview (4 – 5 minutes)

Introduction (Compulsory)

  • Good morning/afternoon. My name is _________ (IELTS Examiner). Can you tell me your full name, please?
  • What should I call you?
  • Could you tell me where you’re from?
  • Can I see your identification, please?

Thank you, Now in this first part. I’d like to ask you some questions about yourself.

Interview (Choose 2-3 Questions)

Let’s talk about: Flying

1.    Are there many airlines in your country?

2.    Have you ever flown anywhere?

3.    Where would you like to fly?

4.    Are you scared of flying?

 

Interview (Choose 2-3 Questions)

Now let’s talk about: Science

1.    Were you good at science when you were in school?

2.    What was your favorite scientific subject?

3.    How do you use science in your life now?

4.    Are science majors common in your country?

 

Part 2 Individual Long Turn (3 – 4 minutes)

Now, I’m going to give you a topic and I’d like you to talk about one to two minutes. Before you talk you’ll have one minute to think about what you’re going to say. You can make some notes if you wish. Do you understand?

Here’s some paper and a pencil for making notes and here’s your topic:

I’d like you to describe a home that you liked/visited but did not want to live in.

Describe a home that you liked/visited but did not want to live in.

You should say:

·      where it is

·      what it is like

·      why you visited it

and explain why you would not like to live there.

 

Thank you, time is up, Can I have the pencil and paper back?

 

Part 3 Two-Way Discussion (4 – 5 minutes)

We’ve been talking about a painting and now I’d like you to discuss with one or two more general questions related to this.

Let’s consider first topic of visiting others

Visiting Others

1.    Do most people in your country live in a flat or a house?

2.    What kind of place do people in your country like to live in?

3.    What are the differences between the homes in the city and those in the suburbs?

4.    What are the benefits of living in a house?

5.    What are the reasons for choosing a place to live?

6.    Do people in your country like to visit others’ homes?

7.    In your country what do people do when they visit others?

8.    Are gifts necessary when visiting others? Do people in your country usually bring a gift?

9.    How do people usually entertain their guests?

10. Why do some people prefer not to entertain their guests at home?

 

Practice Test 79

Part 1 Introduction & Interview (4 – 5 minutes)

Introduction (Compulsory)

  • Good morning/afternoon. My name is _________ (IELTS Examiner). Can you tell me your full name, please?
  • What should I call you?
  • Could you tell me where you’re from?
  • Can I see your identification, please?

Thank you, Now in this first part. I’d like to ask you some questions about yourself.

Interview (Choose 2-3 Questions)

Let’s talk about: Noise

1.    Do you live in a noisy area?

2.    How often to do overhear other people’s conversations?

3.    Would you like to live in a quiter place?

4.    Where are the noisiest places in your country?

Interview (Choose 2-3 Questions)

Now let’s talk about: Coffee

1.    Do you prefer to drink coffee or tea?

2.    How do you like to drink coffee?

3.    Is coffee a popular drink in your country?

4.    When was the last time you had some coffee?

 

Part 2 Individual Long Turn (3 – 4 minutes)

Now, I’m going to give you a topic and I’d like you to talk about one to two minutes. Before you talk you’ll have one minute to think about what you’re going to say. You can make some notes if you wish. Do you understand?

Here’s some paper and a pencil for making notes and here’s your topic:

I’d like you to describe an interesting conversation you had.

Describe an interesting conversation you had.

You should say:

·      who this person is

·      what the conversation was about

·      why you had this conversation

and explain how you felt about it.

 

Thank you, time is up, Can I have the pencil and paper back?

 

Part 3 Two-Way Discussion (4 – 5 minutes)

We’ve been talking about a painting and now I’d like you to discuss with one or two more general questions related to this.

Let’s consider first topic of conversations

Conversations

1.    Today what is the most popular way to communicate?

2.    Do people communicate more when they talk face to face?

3.    Do you think nowadays texting is the most popular method of communication among young people?

4.    Are communication skills important at work?

5.    What conversations do young people normally have?

6.    What topics do young people usually talk about?

7.    Why do some people communicate more effectively than others?

8.    Do you think we need to be good at communication at work?

9.    What’s the difference between face-to-face conversations and phone conversations?

10. Are there any disadvantages of face-to-face conversations?

 

Practice Test 80

Part 1 Introduction & Interview (4 – 5 minutes)

Introduction (Compulsory)

  • Good morning/afternoon. My name is _________ (IELTS Examiner). Can you tell me your full name, please?
  • What should I call you?
  • Could you tell me where you’re from?
  • Can I see your identification, please?

Thank you, Now in this first part. I’d like to ask you some questions about yourself.

Interview (Choose 2-3 Questions)

Let’s talk about: Creativity

1.    Are you a creative person?

2.    What did you learn about creativity at school?

3.    Does anyone in your family have a good imagination?

4.    Are people in your country generally very creative?

 

Interview (Choose 2-3 Questions)

Now let’s talk about: Chores

1.    Did you do many chores as a child?

2.    What chores do you typically do now?

3.    Are there are chores you dislike doing?

4.    Do men or women do more chores in your country?

 

Part 2 Individual Long Turn (3 – 4 minutes)

Now, I’m going to give you a topic and I’d like you to talk about one to two minutes. Before you talk you’ll have one minute to think about what you’re going to say. You can make some notes if you wish. Do you understand?

Here’s some paper and a pencil for making notes and here’s your topic:

I’d like you to describe a short trip that you often take but dislike.

Describe a short trip that you often take but dislike.

You should say:

·      where are you go

·      how often you do this

·      when you do this

and explain why you dislike it.

 

Thank you, time is up, Can I have the pencil and paper back?

 

Part 3 Two-Way Discussion (4 – 5 minutes)

We’ve been talking about a painting and now I’d like you to discuss with one or two more general questions related to this.

Let’s consider first topic of travelling

Travelling

1.    Do people prefer long trips or short trips?

2.    How much time do you think people should spend on a trip abroad?

3.    Do people in your country like to travel abroad?

4.    Some people don’t like travelling abroad, why?

5.    Is it good to travel internationally?

6.    Who prefers traveling abroad, the young or the old?

7.    Why is traveling abroad important for young people?

8.    How much time do you think people should spend on a trip abroad?

9.    What kind of problems do people have when travelling abroad?

10. Which is a better way of knowing more about a country: travelling, or reading books about it?

11. Do you agree that reading is the best way to know about a culture?

12. What’s the most popular means of transportation in your country?

13. What means of transport do people use when travelling in your country?

14. How do people travel to work?

15. Which mode of transport is more popular in your country: a car or a bicycle?

16. Do most people prefer to travel on their own or with family? Why?

17. What are the advantages and disadvantages of travelling alone and travelling with friends