Our student remembered the following Speaking questions from her recent IELTS exam in Bangladesh:

IELTS Speaking Test

Part 1 (Interview)

• Do you work or are you a student?
• Why did you choose your current field of work or study?
• What do you usually do in your job or course?
• Do you enjoy your daily routine? Why or why not?
• Do you use perfume?
• How often do you wear perfume?
• What kind of scents do you prefer?
• Do you think perfume is important in daily life?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a friend you had during your childhood. You should say:

• where you met this friend
• how you became friends
• what you used to do together

and explain how you felt about this friend.

Part 3 (Discussion)

• Why are childhood friendships special?
• Do childhood friends always stay in touch when they grow up?
• How do friendships change as people get older?
• Is it easier to make friends as a child or as an adult?
• Do you think online friendships are as meaningful as in-person ones?
• Should schools do more to help children build strong friendships?