IELTS Speaking Practice 2 July

Practice Prep for IELTS on the topics of Technology, Crime, the Role of Canada in recognizing First Nations History, Health & Fitness, Family, Hometown, Business, Clothes, Language, Environment, and Food.

1. Topic: Technology

Part 1: Introduction and Interview

Sample Questions:

1. What is your favorite piece of technology that you own?

2. How has technology changed the way we live?

3. Do you think technology has made life easier or more complicated? Why?

4. What is the most important piece of technology in your life?

5. How often do you use the internet?

Part 2: Long Turn

Sample Question: Describe a piece of technology that you find useful. You should say:

• What the technology is

• How you use it

• Why you find it useful and explain how it has improved your life.

Additional Sample Question: Describe a time when you had to learn to use a new piece of technology. You should say:

• What the technology was

• How you learned to use it

• Why you needed to learn it and explain how it benefited you.

Part 3: Discussion

Sample Questions:

1. What are the positive and negative impacts of technology on society?

2. How has technology changed the way we communicate?

3. What role does technology play in education?

4. Do you think there are any risks associated with the increasing use of technology? Why or why not?

5. How can technology be used to solve global problems?

6. What future technological advancements do you think will be most significant?

2. Topic: Crime

Part 1: Introduction and Interview

Sample Questions:

1. Is crime a big problem in your country?

2. Have you ever witnessed a crime?

3. What measures do you think should be taken to reduce crime?

4. Do you think certain crimes should have harsher penalties? Why or why not?

5. How does the media influence people's perception of crime?

Part 2: Long Turn

Sample Question: Describe a time when you heard about a crime in your area. You should say:

• What the crime was

• How you heard about it

• What happened and explain how it affected your community.

Additional Sample Question: Describe a time when you felt unsafe due to crime. You should say:

• What made you feel unsafe

• Where you were

• What happened and explain how you dealt with the situation.

Part 3: Discussion

Sample Questions:

1. What are the most common types of crimes in your country?

2. How effective are the police in preventing crime?

3. What are the root causes of crime, in your opinion?

4. How can communities work together to reduce crime?

5. Do you think that rehabilitation or punishment is more effective in dealing with criminals? Why?

6. How does crime affect the quality of life in a community?

3. Topic: Role of Canada in Recognizing First Nations History

Part 1: Introduction and Interview

Sample Questions:

1. Are you familiar with the history of First Nations in Canada?

2. How is First Nations history taught in schools in your country?

3. Why is it important to recognize the history of First Nations?

4. Have you ever attended an event or visited a place that celebrates First Nations culture?

5. What do you think are the main challenges faced by First Nations communities today?

Part 2: Long Turn

Sample Question: Describe an initiative by Canada to recognize First Nations history. You should say:

• What the initiative is

• How it was implemented

• What impact it had and explain why it is important.

Additional Sample Question: Describe a significant event in First Nations history that you learned about. You should say:

• What the event was

• When it took place

• Who was involved and explain its significance.

Part 3: Discussion

Sample Questions:

1. What are the benefits of recognizing and celebrating First Nations history?

2. How can the government and communities support First Nations people?

3. What role does education play in preserving First Nations culture and history?

4. How can Canada improve its efforts to reconcile with First Nations communities?

5. Why is it important for all Canadians to learn about First Nations history?

6. How can the recognition of First Nations history contribute to a more inclusive society?

4. Topic: Health & Fitness

Part 1: Introduction and Interview

Sample Questions:

1. How often do you exercise?

2. What types of exercise do you enjoy?

3. How important is it to stay fit and healthy?

4. Do you follow a particular diet?

5. What do you do to relax and de-stress?

Part 2: Long Turn

Sample Question: Describe a fitness activity you enjoy. You should say:

• What the activity is

• How often you do it

• Why you enjoy it and explain how it benefits your health.

Additional Sample Question: Describe a time when you made a significant change to your diet or fitness routine. You should say:

• What change you made

• Why you made the change

• How it affected your health and explain what you learned from the experience.

Part 3: Discussion

Sample Questions:

1. What are the most common health problems in your country?

2. How can people be encouraged to lead healthier lives?

3. Do you think the government should provide more support for fitness programs? Why or why not?

4. How does modern technology impact our health?

5. What role does mental health play in overall well-being?

6. How can schools promote health and fitness among students?

5. Topic: Family

Part 1: Introduction and Interview

Sample Questions:

1. How many people are in your family?

2. Do you have a large or small family?

3. What activities do you enjoy doing with your family?

4. How often do you see your extended family?

5. What role do grandparents play in your family?

Part 2: Long Turn

Sample Question: Describe a family member you are close to. You should say:

• Who the family member is

• What your relationship is like

• Why you are close to them and explain how they have influenced you.

Additional Sample Question: Describe a family tradition you enjoy. You should say:

• What the tradition is

• How often you participate in it

• Why you enjoy it and explain what it means to you.

Part 3: Discussion

Sample Questions:

1. How has the structure of the family changed in your country over the years?

2. What are the advantages and disadvantages of living in a large family?

3. How important is family support in your culture?

4. Do you think the roles of family members are changing? Why or why not?

5. How can families maintain strong relationships despite busy schedules?

6. What challenges do modern families face?

6. Topic: Hometown

Part 1: Introduction and Interview

Sample Questions:

1. Where is your hometown?

2. What is your hometown known for?

3. Do you enjoy living in your hometown? Why or why not?

4. How has your hometown changed over the years?

5. What are some popular attractions in your hometown?

Part 2: Long Turn

Sample Question: Describe your hometown. You should say:

• Where it is located

• What it is like

• What you like about it and explain how it has changed over time.

Additional Sample Question: Describe a memorable event that took place in your hometown. You should say:

• What the event was

• When it happened

• Who was involved and explain why it was memorable.

Part 3: Discussion

Sample Questions:

1. What are the advantages of living in your hometown?

2. How do people in your hometown typically spend their leisure time?

3. What are some of the challenges facing your hometown?

4. How important is tourism to your hometown’s economy?

5. Do you think people should stay in their hometown or move away for better opportunities? Why?

6. How can local governments improve the quality of life in small towns?

7. Topic: Business

Part 1: Introduction and Interview

Sample Questions:

1. What kind of businesses are common in your country?

2. Have you ever considered starting your own business? Why or why not?

3. What qualities do you think are important for a successful business?

4. How has the business environment in your country changed over the years?

5. What are some of the challenges faced by small businesses?

Part 2: Long Turn

Sample Question: Describe a business you admire. You should say:

• What the business is

• What it does

• Why you admire it and explain what makes it successful.

Additional Sample Question: Describe a time when you had to make a business-related decision. You should say:

• What the decision was

• What factors you considered

• What the outcome was and explain what you learned from the experience.

Part 3: Discussion

Sample Questions:

1. What are the benefits of owning your own business?

2. How can the government support small businesses?

3. What role does innovation play in business success?

4. How important is customer service in a business?

5. What impact does globalization have on local businesses?

6. How can businesses adapt to changing market conditions?

8. Topic: Clothes

Part 1: Introduction and Interview

Sample Questions:

1. What types of clothes do you like to wear?

2. Do you prefer fashion or comfort when it comes to clothes?

3. How important are clothes in your culture?

4. Have your clothing preferences changed over the years?

5. Do you enjoy shopping for clothes?

Part 2: Long Turn

Sample Question: Describe a piece of clothing you like to wear. You should say:

• What the clothing item is

• Where you got it

• Why you like it and explain how it makes you feel.

Additional Sample Question: Describe a traditional piece of clothing from your country. You should say:

• What it is

• When it is worn

• Why it is important and explain how it reflects your culture.

Part 3: Discussion

Sample Questions:

1. How does fashion influence people's lives?

2. What role do clothes play in social identity?

3. Do you think fashion trends are important? Why or why not?

4. How has the fashion industry changed over the years?

5. What impact does the fashion industry have on the environment?

6. How can sustainable fashion be promoted?

9. Topic: Language

Part 1: Introduction and Interview

Sample Questions:

1. What languages do you speak?

2. How did you learn your second language?

3. Why is it important to learn other languages?

4. Do you think your native language is difficult to learn? Why or why not?

5. How often do you use foreign languages in your daily life?

Part 2: Long Turn

Sample Question: Describe a language you would like to learn. You should say:

• What the language is

• Why you want to learn it

• How you plan to learn it and explain how it would benefit you.

Additional Sample Question: Describe an experience you had communicating in a foreign language. You should say:

• What the situation was

• What language you used

• How well you communicated and explain how you felt about the experience.

Part 3: Discussion

Sample Questions:

1. What are the advantages of being bilingual or multilingual?

2. How can language learning be improved in schools?

3. What role does language play in cultural identity?

4. How has technology affected language learning?

5. Why do some languages become extinct?

6. How can endangered languages be preserved?

10. Topic: Environment

Part 1: Introduction and Interview

Sample Questions:

1. How do you feel about the environment?

2. What are some environmental issues in your country?

3. Do you recycle? Why or why not?

4. How can individuals contribute to environmental conservation?

5. What are the benefits of spending time in nature?

Part 2: Long Turn

Sample Question: Describe an environmental problem in your country. You should say:

• What the problem is

• What causes it

• How it affects people and explain what can be done to solve it.

Additional Sample Question: Describe a time when you participated in an environmental project. You should say:

• What the project was

• What you did

• Why it was important and explain how it benefited the environment.

Part 3: Discussion

Sample Questions:

1. What are the biggest environmental challenges facing the world today?

2. How can governments and businesses work together to protect the environment?

3. What role do schools play in teaching environmental awareness?

4. How has climate change affected your country?

5. What are the benefits of renewable energy sources?

6. How can people be encouraged to adopt more environmentally friendly lifestyles?

11. Topic: Food

Part 1: Introduction and Interview

Sample Questions:

1. What is your favorite type of food?

2. How often do you eat out?

3. Do you prefer homemade food or restaurant food? Why?

4. What is a traditional dish from your country?

5. Are there any foods you dislike? Why?

Part 2: Long Turn

Sample Question: Describe a memorable meal you had. You should say:

• What the meal was

• Where you had it

• Who you were with and explain why it was memorable.

Additional Sample Question: Describe a food that is special in your culture. You should say:

• What the food is

• How it is prepared

• When it is eaten and explain why it is special.

Part 3: Discussion

Sample Questions:

1. How has globalization affected food culture?

2. What are the health benefits of eating a balanced diet?

3. How can people be encouraged to eat healthier foods?

4. What role does food play in cultural identity?

5. How has the way we produce and consume food changed over the years?

6. What impact does the food industry have on the environment?