IELTS Academic · Speaking

Speaking test: Describe a piece of clothing you like to wear

17 questions · 14 minutes · Speaking prompt

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On the computer-delivered layout, timed like test day, and marked by our AI examiner on all four criteria.

Part 1: Part 1

Questions 1–12

The examiner asks you about yourself and familiar topics.

  1. 1 Do you work or are you a student?
  2. 2 What do you like about your job or course?
  3. 3 Do you have a fixed routine for work or study?
  4. 4 Is there anything you would like to change about your work or studies?
  5. 5 What kind of weather do you enjoy?
  6. 6 Does the weather affect what you do at the weekend?
  7. 7 How often is it sunny where you live?
  8. 8 Is there anything you would like to change about the weather in your area?
  9. 9 What colour do you like most?
  10. 10 Do colours matter to you when you choose things?
  11. 11 Are there any colours that make you feel happy?
  12. 12 Is there anything you would like to change about the colours around you?

Part 2: Part 2

Question 13

You have one minute to prepare, then talk for one to two minutes.

Describe a piece of clothing you like to wear.

You should say:

  • what it is
  • where you got it
  • when you wear it

and explain why you like wearing it.

  1. 13 Describe a piece of clothing you like to wear.

Part 3: Part 3

Questions 14–17

The examiner asks more general questions linked to Part 2.

  1. 14 Does what people wear say much about them?
  2. 15 Should students wear school uniforms?
  3. 16 Is fashion important to young people in your country?
  4. 17 What effect does cheap clothing have on the environment?

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