OIETC Speaking Part-1: Sample Questions

• Q-1: Do you hear me or can you hear me?

Answer: Yes, I do hear you/Yes I can hear you.
• Q-2. What’s your name?
Answer: My name is …… and you can call me……
• Q-3. Can I see your ID please or do you have ID?
Answer: Sure, here it is…….

Hold on, don’t move, can I see front of passport, ok.

• Q-4. How are you?

Answer: I am great thanks, how about you?

Then the Examiner will explain there are 3 parts of the test.
You will have basic question in part 1, second presentation and on third part you will
be talking about your writing.

• Q5: Where are you from or where do you live? // Tell me about your city?
Answer: I live in Sylhet which is northeastern part of Bangladesh, on the bank of
Surami River. It’s well known for its spiritual and natural beauty. Sylhet has a
subtropical climate and population over half a million. The city produces the
highest amount of tea and gas in the country which contribute a huge impact of
our economic growth. It’s famous for tourist spots like tea garden Jaflong, white
stone river, Bisnakhandi, mangrove forest. Specially, winter season is the best
time for tourists here.
Dhaka: I live in Dhaka and it is the capital of Bangladesh. It is the largest city in
our country and is known for its economy, tourist spots and heritage. Dhaka has
history everywhere like The National Martyr’s Monument, the Central Shaheed
Minar, which are the historical monuments of our country and also The Ahsan
manzil and the Lalbagh fort which are the historical places of our country. There
are many museums to visit. like the liberation war museum or the military
museum. Dhaka is also famous for its variety of food.
• Q6. What is the different between your city and London city?
Answer: Well, the general/principle difference I could say is I live in a 3rd world
city of a developing country whereas London is a first world city and in a
 developed country. It has lots of facilities which are not/that are not available in
my city. London has world class Universities, Hospitals, Good communication
systems etc.
• Q6. What is OIETC? And Why are you taking this test?
Answer: OIETC stands for Oxford International English Test Centre who takes
the English proficiency test called ELLT, which is a 100% online based exam
alternative to IELTS. OIETC provides the proficiency level of English for
entering/to enter into UK universities.
• Q7. Do you love travelling? If I give you free ticket with accommodation
where will you go and why?
Answer: I do love travelling. If I get such a chance, I will love to go to Cox’s
Bazar, which is located on the shores of the Bay of Bengal in southern
Bangladesh. Because it is renowned for its beauty and considered the largest
sea beach in the world. Stretching for 120 kilometers, it attracts thousands of
tourists from around the world each year. The beach is famous for its sunrise and
sunset views and its diverse marine life, making it a must-visit for all nature
enthusiasts.
• Q8. What do you do? Are you working or studying?
Answer: I am a student. I have completed graduation last year and wising to do
master’s in business management/Political Science in the UK.
• Q9. Why do you want to study in the UK?
Answer: UK gives Access to top universities and world-class innovative teaching.
The United Kingdom stands out as a top destination for higher education,
boasting impressive credentials. Notably, it hosts two of the world's top three
universities, with 26 institutions ranking among the top 200.
• Q10. Which university you want to study in the UK and what’s the reason of
choosing it?
Answer: Well, I want to study at Greenwich University because of its great quality
teachings provided by expert teachers. As much as the city diversity will enhance
learning process, natural beauty, communication, environment, security system
made me feel to study in Greenwich University.
• Q11. Which university you want to study? Where is it?
Answer: Greenwich University, it’s located in London.
• Q12. What you want to study in the UK?
Answer: I want to study master’s on business management.
• Q13. Why do you choose this subject or tell me about business
management?
Answer: Business management focuses on the organizing, planning, analyzing
business activities that are required to efficiently manage and run a business. I
chose business management because I have a good knowledge of business as
well as communication and marketing skills. Once I complete my degree with
practical experiences I expect to become a successful businessman.
• Q14. What would you like to do in future or what you want to be in future?
What will you do after finishing your study?
Answer: I would like to be the head of Business Manager at Grameen Phone
Limited because of its reputation in my country. They provide high salary as well
as there are lots of opportunities that come along while working with this
company such as free accommodation, car facilities, yearly tour in different
places etc.
Another Answer: Actually, my father is a businessman and I help him
sometimes so I have a good knowledge of business. Therefore when I complete
my course, I wish to come back to my country and start my own business. It will
be exciting to hear people calling/addressing me as a business.
• Q15. What kind of business?
Answer: I want to open a restaurant because nowadays restaurants business is
very booming and profitable as well. So, I have a good knowledge and
experiences on working in restaurant.
Another Answer: Well, my father is a businessman and I help him sometimes so I
have a good knowledge of business .Therefore when I completed my course ,I
will come to my country and open my own business .People will call me as a
businessman that would be excited.
• Q16. Do you like your job and how many hour do you work?
Answer: Obviously I like my job and I work part time, which is 20 hours a week.
• Q17. What do you like the most at your work place? What facilities do you
have at the work place?
Answer: I like the responsibility and punctuality of my colleagues at the work
place. Other than that, there are many facilities such as cool environment, a good
salary, gathering new experience, and meeting new people.
• Q19. What is your city famous for? What facilities do you have in your city?
Tell me something about your city?
Answer: My city is one of the nicest, beautiful, clean and peaceful town in
Bangladesh. There are many interesting places in my city such as Zoo, park,
movie theatre and museum. There is a famous tourist spot names Jaflong and
you can also find lots of white stone and crystal-clear water. There is a tea
 garden which is green, calm and beautiful and main attraction for the tourists.
Apart from this there is an entertainment park for the young named Dream Land
Park. There is an international stadium and an international airport which
increases the important of my city, Sylhet.
• Q20. What do you do in your leisure time or in your free time?
Answer: I keep doing so many things in my leisure time, which are mostly
watching tv, listening to music, using internet, chit-chatting with friends on
Facebook.
• Q21. Why you want to study in UK ?
• Answer: I had a dream since my childhood to study in UK. Uk is one of nice
beautiful country in the world. Uk Universities provide high quality education,
excellent teaching, a calm environment with tons of learning opportunity. Uk
qualification are recognized and valued highly all over the world. Uk is my
desirable place to live with high quality education, good transportation, politics,
culture, environment etc. Uk University provides practical course rather than
theoretical course. That’s why I chose to study in The UK.
• Q22. Why you are not studying in Bangladesh?
Answer: Well, UK university provides practical course rather than theoretical
which helps student to learn effectively during study, they also provides high
quality education, excellent teaching and a calm environment with tons of
learning opportunities as well. Whereas, In my country those facilities are very
few compared to UK education.
• Q23. Why would you suggest tourist to visit your city?
Answer: I would suggest tourists to visit my city because…………..
• Q24. Tell me about your family?
Answer: I am married /single. There are ……. people in my family…………….
• Q25. Tell me about your city transport?
Answer: Mostly we use public transportations and there are people who use
private cars too. The public transports include rickshaw, cng, bikes and cars too.
• Q26. Have you visited UK before? Did you ever go to UK before?
Answer: No, I have not visited UK before. / No, I never went to UK.
• Q27. Which country you would like to travel in future?
Answer: It’s UK because it’s one of my dream countries which I was wishing to
visit since my childhood. It’s beautiful, has established democracy, great
communication, mostly the education system attracts me to visit UK. There are
also two famous universities in UK which is Oxford and Cambridge. I have
dreamt to study in UK since my childhood as well.
• Q28. Tell me about your house?
Answer: Well my house is a two stored building, wonderfully decorated and
furnished according to my fathers’ plan. There are 3 bed room, one living room,
one kitchen, four washrooms and a magnificent garden at the rooftop. It’s
surrounded by varieties of plants too.
• Q29. What is your favorite hobby?
Answer: My favorite hobby is cooking. Other than that, I love playing guitar and
piano.
• Q30. Introduce yourself?
Answer: My name is …….., I am………, I live in …….. but my hometown is……..
I am student/working man/woman/ I am student but I work part time. My hobbies
are……./I love to …………
• Q31. Do you have anyone in UK ?
Answer: No i don’t have!
• Q32. What’s the weather today in Bangladesh? / How is today’s weather?
Answer: It’s a soothing weather today, neither hot nor cold, well its actually the
beginning of the winter.
• Q33. What’s your future plan?
Answer: I want to be a teacher because teaching is my passion. I believe sharing
knowledge is the best way to have a great impact on the society and country.
• Q34. What will you do after completing your course?
Answer: After I complete my course I will get back to my country and I will try to
have a job in a school as teacher or in a university as a lecturer!
• Q35. What did you do in last weekend?
Answer: In the last weekend I went to my home, had some quality time with my
family. Oh yeah, I had also attended a picnic and had a lot of fun.
• Q36. What kind of clothes do you like?
Answer: I love to wear saree most of the time. But I like salowar suits too.
• Q37. What kind of food do you like?
Answer: I like my country’s traditional food like rice and curry. Sometimes I eat
fast food with my friends.
• Q38. Tell me about a place where you visited recently ?
Answer: Well, recently I had visited Cholonbil, one of nicest place close to my
town which is unbelievably beautiful.
• Q39. What challenging behavior you face at your work place ?
 Answer: Well, sometimes i find difficulties to deal with my clients because you
know that some of them treats badly which seems horrible and challenging!
• Q40. What book did you read recently and what was it about ?
Answer: Well, recently I read ……………” it talks about………………….And I just
loved it. It was amazing and interesting.

Some more question/answers to practice.

Can you please state your full name for the ID verification?
- My full name is ………
2. What form of identification are you using for the ID check today?
- I'm using my passport for the ID check today.
3. Could you briefly tell me how you've been preparing for the speaking test?
- I've been preparing for the speaking test by practicing daily conversations with my
colleagues, watching English movies, and using language learning apps to improve my
pronunciation and fluency.
4. What are your feelings or thoughts as you start this speaking test?
- I'm feeling a mix of nervousness and excitement. I've worked hard to prepare, and I'm
eager to showcase my English language skills.
5. Are you comfortable with video calls and virtual interactions?
- Yes, I'm quite comfortable with video calls and virtual interactions. I've used video
conferencing for language practice and work meetings, so it's a familiar format for me.
6. What kind of hobbies or interests do you enjoy in your free time?
- In my free time, I enjoy reading books, explore different cuisines by cooking, and play
the guitar. I also like to stay active by hiking and practicing yoga.
7. Could you share a bit about your educational background and experiences?
- I have completed A’levels and currently studying LLB Hon’s under University of London
and as teaching is my passion so I've been teaching for 9 years along with my study as
a part time job.
8. How has your journey in learning the English language been so far?
- My journey in learning the English language has been challenging but rewarding. I
started learning English in school, and over the years, I've continuously improved my
skills through self-study and conversation practice.
9. Is there a particular reason why you chose to take the ELLT exam?
- I chose to take the ELLT exam because I believe it will open up opportunities for me
in my career and help me communicate effectively with international clients. It's a valuable
certification for my professional growth.
10. How do you envision your English language skills benefiting you in the future?
- I envision my English language skills allowing me to work on global projects,
collaborate with diverse teams, and advance in my career. Additionally, it will make travel
and cultural exchange experiences more enriching and enjoyable.
11. Why do you want to study in the UK?
- I have a strong desire to study in the UK because of its world-renowned education
system, diverse cultural experiences, and the opportunity to interact with students from
various backgrounds. The UK is known for its high-quality education, and I believe that
studying there will provide me with a global perspective and excellent career
opportunities.
12. Why did you choose this particular university for your studies?
- I chose this university because it has a stellar reputation in my field of study. It offers
a well-structured program that aligns perfectly with my academic and career goals.
Additionally, the university's research facilities and faculty expertise make it an ideal place
for me to pursue my academic interests and grow as a student.
13. Can you tell me more about the specific academic programs or courses that
attracted you to this university?
- Certainly, this university offers a unique program in [mention the program name] which
perfectly matches my academic interests. The program's curriculum is designed to
provide a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter, and the faculty members
are experts in the field. The university's strong emphasis on research and practical
application also appealed to me.

14. How do you believe studying at this university will contribute to your future
career aspirations?
- Studying at this university will significantly contribute to my career aspirations. The
reputation and quality of education here will equip me with the knowledge and skills
necessary to excel in my chosen field. I also see opportunities for internships and
networking that can help me gain practical experience and establish valuable connections
for my future career.
15. Are there any specific resources or facilities at this university that you find
particularly appealing?
- Yes, the university's [mention specific facilities or resources] are particularly appealing
to me. These resources align with my academic interests and will provide me with the
tools I need to succeed in my studies. The library, research labs, and access to industry
experts are all factors that make this university a perfect fit for my educational journey.
16. How do you plan to adapt to the cultural and social aspects of living in the UK?
- I believe in embracing the local culture and making the most of my international
experience. I plan to actively engage in cultural events, join clubs or societies, and interact
with fellow students to gain a deeper understanding of British culture. Additionally, I will
make an effort to be open-minded and respectful of different perspectives, fostering
meaningful cross-cultural relationships.
17. Have you considered any challenges you might face while studying in the UK,
and how do you plan to overcome them?
- Studying in a foreign country can come with challenges, such as adjusting to a new
environment and being away from my support system. To overcome these challenges, I
plan to stay connected with my family and friends, seek support from university resources,
and proactively manage my time to balance academics and personal well-being. I'm also
excited to meet new people and build a strong support network in the UK.