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IMPORTANT SPEAKING QUESTIONS FOR APRIL 2023
Part 1 (Interview)
– What is your name?
– Where do you live?
– Do you like wearing t-shirts?
– How often do you wear t-shirts?
– What kind of t-shirts do you wear for different occasions?
– Have you ever bought a t-shirt as a souvenir from a place you visited?
– What do you think of t-shirts with slogans or messages on them?
– Do you think t-shirts are comfortable to wear?
– Do you prefer short-sleeved or long-sleeved t-shirts?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Describe a noisy place you have been to. You should say:
– where it was
– why you went there
– why it was noisy
– and explain how you felt about being there.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– Is noise pollution an issue where you live?
– What do you think are the main causes of noise pollution in our cities?
– Can noise pollution affect people’s health? In what way?
– How do you think noise pollution affects wildlife?
– Do you think governments should regulate noise levels in public places more strictly?
– What can businesses do to reduce their contribution to noise pollution?
– What role do you think technology can play in reducing noise pollution in big cities?
– Do you think the world will become a noisier place in the future?
Part 1 (Interview)
– Do you like looking at the stars?
– Have you learned about the stars and planets in school?
– Do you remember any interesting facts about the stars and planets?
– Do you think there might be other forms of life in the universe?
– Do you think it is important to learn about space exploration?
– Would you like to travel to space if given the opportunity? Why/why not?
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Part 2 (Cue Card)
Talk about a time when you complained about a product or service and the issue was
resolved to your satisfaction. You should say:
– what product/service you complained about
– what the issue was
– what response you received
– and explain how you felt about the outcome of your complaint.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– What are some common issues that people complain about?
– Are some people more likely to complain than others? Why or why not?
– What can people do to make sure their complaints are taken seriously?
– Do you think complaining has become more common in recent years? Why or why
not?
– Can complaining be a positive thing? Why or why not?
– Do you think cultural differences influence how people make complaints? In what
way?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Describe a childhood friend of yours. You should say
– who he/she is
– where you met him/her
– what you did together
– and explain what makes your childhood friend special.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– Is the nature of social media friendship similar to real life friendship?
– Is it possible to keep our childhood friendships?
– Why do you think our childhood friendships aren’t sustainable?
– Do you think is it necessary for little children to have a friendship group? Why?
– What do you think little children should have a large group of friends or a small group
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of close friends?
– What skills do you think children learn from their friend group? Why?
Part 1 (Interview)
– Do you like your work environment?
– Is there an aspect of your work that you find stressful?
– What would you like to change at work?
– Did you learn about stars or planets when you were a child?
– Do you think you will travel to space in the future?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Describe a person who dresses well. You should say:
– who the person is
– how you know him/her
– how often you see him/her
– and explain why you think this person dresses well.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– What is the difference between online shopping and shopping in a real, physical shop?
– Do you think online shopping will eventually be replaced by in-store shopping?
– What are the disadvantages of online shopping?
– You said that not being able to try on clothes is a problem when shopping online. Are
there any other disadvantages to online shopping?
– Who do you think buys more clothes online, older or younger people?
– Apart from clothes, what else do people prefer to buy online? Why?
Part 1 (Interview)
– What is your full name?
– Do you study or work?
– What is your major?
– What are you planning to do after your studies?
– Is swimming popular in your country?
– Do you prefer to swim in the pool or the sea?
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– Do many people in your country know how to swim?
– Do you think swimming is a useful skill? Why?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Talk about something special that you would like to buy in the future. You should say
– what it is
– what it looks like
– when you intend to buy it
– and explain why you would like to buy it.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– Who do you think spends more time shopping, younger or older people? Why?
– Do advertisements have advantages for consumers? What are they?
– Do advertisements have advantages for the companies? What are they?
– What makes an advertisement effective?
– How much do you think advertisements can be trusted?
– Do you think advertisements should be regulated more strictly?
Part 1 (Interview)
– Do you live in a house or an apartment?
– Do you like the people in your area? Why/why not?
– Did you play sports when you were young?
– What was your favourite sport?
– Did you know someone who was good at sports?
– Do you have small businesses in your area?
– Do you prefer buying from a small business?
– Why do you support small businesses?
– How can people support small businesses?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Describe an area in your home where you feel relaxed. You should say:
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– what area or room it is
– when you spend time in it
– why you feel relaxed there
– and explain what you do to relax.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– How do people relax?
– Can people relax in their homes?
– Should the government encourage relaxation activities?
– Do you think there should be classes for teaching young people and children how to
relax?
– How can schools include these activities in their schedule?
– Are school trips a good way to relax?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Talk about a situation where you had to wait. You should say
– what you waited for
– why you had to wait
– what you did while waiting
– and explain how you felt after waiting for that particular thing.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– You said that waiting takes a lot of patience. Do you believe that patience is a virtue?
Why?
– Do you think being patient is a skill we are born with, or is it developed as we
experience certain situations?
– Do you think the older generation is more patient compared to the younger
generation?
– You talked about technology. Do you think things are more convenient because of
technology?
– Are you a fan of using social media?
– Do you use social media often?
– What are the advantages and disadvantages of social media?
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Part 1 (Interview)
– What is your name?
– Where do you live?
– How long have you been living there?
– What kind of people live in your neighbourhood?
– Do you like chocolate? Why/why not?
– How often do you buy chocolate?
– Do you think chocolate makes a good gift?
– Is chocolate popular in your country?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Talk about a person with whom you had a conversation at a party. You should say
– who the person was
– what party it was
– what you talked about
– and explain how you felt while having a conversation with that person.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– Is it harder for an adult to have a conversation with a child than with another adult?
Why?
– Is talking to a friend different from talking to someone you don’t know? In what way?
– Why do people find it difficult to talk to other people?
– In what situations do people have to talk to strangers?
– Do you think everyone is able to talk to strangers easily?
– Are there any benefits to being able to talk to strangers?
– What are the dangers of having a conversation with a stranger?
Part 1 (Interview)
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– What is your name?
– Do you know the meaning of your name?
– Is this a popular name in your country?
– Are there more common names in your country? What are they?
– Did you study geography at school? Did you like it?
– Are you good at reading maps?
– Is there a region or a country you would like to visit? Why?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Talk about a movie you liked. You should say
– what movie it is
– when you watched it
– what it is about
– and explain why you liked it.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– What do you think about watching movies at the cinema?
– Do you think more people are watching movies at the cinema now compared to the
past?
– Will the cinema remain popular in the future?
– Why do you think people like watching movies?
– In what way have movies changed in the last 10 years?
– Do older and younger generations like the same kind of movies?
– Do men and women like the same kind of movies?
Part 1
1. What is your favourite room? Why?
2. Can you describe the view from your windows?
3. Do you plan to live there in the future?
4. What are the advantages of living in your own home?
5. What kind of accommodation do you wish to have in the future?
6. Can you tell me about your house when you were a child?
Part 1
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1. Do you like geography?
2. Have you ever studied geography at school?
3. Are you good at reading a map?
4. Would you visit a country because of its geographical location?
Part 1
1. Do you like social media?
2. Do you think you or your friends use too much social media?
3. Do you want to work in a social media company?
4. What is the most popular social media in your country? Why?
Part 1
1. What made you happy when you were little?
2. Is there anything that has made you feel happy lately?
3. What do you think will make you feel happy in the future?
4. Are you happy when you buy new things?
Part 1
1. Do you do some cooking/help your family cook at home now?
2. Did you do some house cleaning when you were young?
3. Do you have breakfast at home every day?
4. Do you want to learn how to cook well?
Part 2
Describe an object that you think is beautiful.
You should say:
what it is
where you saw it
what it looks like
and explain why you think it is beautiful
Part 2
Describe a time when you received money on your birthday.
You should say:
when it happened
who gave you money
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why did he/she gave you money
and explain how you felt about it.
Part 2
Describe a time you decided to wait for something.
You should say:
when it happened
what you waited for
why you made the decision
and explain how you felt about the decision.
Part 2
Describe a time when you missed or were late for a meeting.
You should say:
when it happened
what happened
why you missed/were late for it
and explain how you felt about this experience.
Part 2
Describe another city you would like to stay in for a short time.
You should say:
where it is
who you will stay there with
what you will do in the city
and explain why you would stay there for a short time.
Part 2
Describe a noisy place you have been to
You should say:
what it is
when you went there
what you did there
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and explain why you feel it is a noisy place
Part 3
1. What does human beauty mean to you?
2. Do you think the idea of human beauty now differs from the past?
3. Do you think there are more beautiful things now than in the past? Why?
4. What beautiful scenery spots are there in your country?
5. Where do you think people usually come into contact with beautiful things?
6. Why do you think people create beautiful things?
Part 3
1. Why do people rarely use cash now?
2. Do you think it is helpful to give money as gifts?
3. When do children begin to comprehend the value of money?
4. Should parents reward children with money?
5. Is it good and necessary to teach children to save money?
Part 3
1. Do people in your country like to take public transport?
2. Why do some people like a slow-paced life?
3. Is being patient good for people? Why?
4. Are people less patient now than people in the past? Why?
Part 3
1. Do you think it is important to be on time?
2. Why do people miss important events?
3. Are you a punctual person?
4. Are people in your country often late for meetings?
Part 3
1. Why do people sometimes go to other cities or other countries to travel?
2. Why do places with historical sites develop the tourism industry more
actively?
3. Do you think tourists may come across bad things in other cities?
4. Do most people like planning travel?
Part 3
1. What types of noise do you come across in daily life?
2. Which is exposed to more noise, the city or the countryside?
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3. Should children not be allowed to make noise under any circumstances?
4. How can people consider others' feelings when chatting in public?
Part 1
1. What is the neighborhood like where you live?
2. Do you have any friends there?
3. What can be improved in the area where you live?
4. Do you know any famous people in the area where you live?
5. Do you intend to stay in this area in the future?
Part 1
1. Does your name have a special meaning?
2. How do people choose names for their children?
3. Does anyone in your family have the same name as you?
4. Are there any differences between how people name their children now and in
the past in your country?
Part 1
1. What music do you like?
2. What kinds of music do you like to listen to?
3. Do you enjoy the same kind of music as your friends?
4. Have you ever been to a concert before?
5. What is the most popular type of music where you live?
6. Which singer or musician would you like to see in person?
Part 1
1. Do you know many small businesses where you live?
2. Do you prefer buying things from big companies or small businesses?
3. Have you ever worked in small businesses?
4. Have you ever thought about starting your own business?
Part 2
Describe your favorite childhood friend
You should say:
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who he/she is
where you met each other
what you often did together
and explain what made you like him/her.
Part 2
Describe an impressive English lesson you had and enjoyed.
You should say:
what it was about
when you had it
what the teacher did
and why you enjoy the lesson.
Part 2
Describe a historical period you would like to know more about.
You should say:
when it was
what you are interested in
what you have known
and why you would like to know more.
Part 2
Describe an activity you enjoyed in your free time when you were young.
You should say:
what it was
where you did it
who you did it with
and explain why you enjoyed it
Part 2
Describe a movie you watched recently and would like to watch again.
You should say:
what it was about
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where you watched it
why you like it
and explain why you would like to watch it again.
Part 2
Describe a daily routine that you enjoy.
You should say:
what you do
when it became your daily routine
whether you will change it in the future
and explain why you enjoy it.
Part 2
Describe someone you know who loves growing plants (e.g., vegetables, fruits,
flowers, etc.)
You should say:
who this person is
what he/she grows
where he/she grows them
and explain why he/she enjoys growing plants.
Part 3
1. Do you still keep in touch with your friends from childhood? Why?
2. How does modern technology influence friendship?
3. How important is childhood friendship to children?
4. What do you think of online social media?
5. Do you think online social media will replace face-to-face communication?
6. Why do people lose contact with their friends after graduation?
Part 3
1. Why do people learn foreign languages?
2. What makes a good foreign language teacher?
3. Do you think grammar is important when learning foreign languages?
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4. Is it interesting to be a foreign language teacher? Why?
Part 3
1. In what ways can children learn history?
2. What are the differences between learning history from books and videos?
3. Who should be responsible for protecting historic buildings?
4. Should every know history?
Part 3
1. Is it important to have a break during work or study?
2. Are there more activities for young people now than 20 years ago?
3. Do adults and children have enough time for leisure activities nowadays?
4. What sports do young people like to do now?
Part 3
1. Where do people usually watch movies?
2. What are the differences between watching movies at home and in a cinema?
3. Are actors or actresses important to movies? Why?
4. Why are there fewer people going to the cinema to watch movies nowadays?
Part 3
1. What are the advantages of children having a routine at school?
2. How do people's routines differ on weekdays and weekends?
3. What are the differences between people's daily routines now and in the last
15 years?
4. Should children have learning routines?
Part 3
1. Are there many people growing their vegetables now?
2. Do you think it is good to let kids learn how to plant?
3. What do you think of the job of a farmer?
4. What are the differences between traditional and modern agriculture?
