IELTS Academic · Speaking

Speaking test: Describe a sport or exercise you do or would like to do

17 questions · 14 minutes · Speaking prompt

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Part 1: Part 1

Questions 1–12

The examiner asks you about yourself and familiar topics.

  1. 1 Do you live in a house or a flat?
  2. 2 What do you like about your home?
  3. 3 How long have you lived there?
  4. 4 Is there anything you would like to change about your home?
  5. 5 What kind of music do you listen to?
  6. 6 When do you usually listen to music?
  7. 7 Have you ever learned to play a musical instrument?
  8. 8 Is there any music you dislike?
  9. 9 How do you usually travel to work or school?
  10. 10 Do you often use public transport?
  11. 11 What is your favourite way to travel?
  12. 12 Is there anything you would like to change about transport where you live?

Part 2: Part 2

Question 13

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

Describe a sport or exercise you do or would like to do.

You should say:

  • what it is
  • where people do it
  • what you need to do it

and explain why you like it.

  1. 13 Describe a sport or exercise you do or would like to do.

Part 3: Part 3

Questions 14–17

The examiner asks more general questions linked to Part 2.

  1. 14 Why do some people not exercise?
  2. 15 Should sport be compulsory at school?
  3. 16 Are professional athletes paid too much?
  4. 17 How can governments encourage people to be healthier?

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