IELTS Speaking: Parts of the Test

Part 1: Interview: Answer questions about yourself

(3-5 mins)

Part 2: Presentation (the long turn): Present on a given topic

(3-4 mins)

Part 3: Discussion: Discuss ideas and opinions

(3-5 mins)

Part 1 The Interview

Always answer with 2-3 sentence responses

Always answer in complete sentences (avoid only yes/no answers)

Always add detail or specificity (be specific)

Typical Question Areas

Yourself

Work experience

Education

Family

Day-to-day

Routine

Local Transport

Travel

Culture

Festivals

Food

Music

Entertainment

Likes/Dislikes (why/why not?)

Hobbies

Film/Movies