IELTS Topics with Questions

Here’s a list of IELTS Speaking topics with sample questions. The IELTS
Speaking test has three parts:
1. Part 1: Questions about familiar topics (like hobbies, work, family,
etc.).
2. Part 2: A long-turn question where you speak for 1-2 minutes on a
given topic.
Learners will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes.
Learners have one minute to think about what you're going to say.
Learners can make some notes to help you if you wish.
3. Part 3: Discussion questions related to Part 2’s topic, focusing on
broader themes.

These speaking tests will be recorded.

Student 1: Work and Career (Thin Myat Thuzar) 27. Nov.24

Part 1:
 I’m Teacher Gary, What’s your name?

 Today we are going to discuss your work and future career.

 What kind of work do you do?

 Why did you choose this career?

 What do you enjoy most about your job?

Part 2:

 Describe a job you would like to have in the future.

 Why do you want this job?

Part 3:

 How has peoples work-life balance changed in recent years?

 Do you think people work too much?

Feedback

Fluency and coherence 6

Lexical resource 6
Grammatical range and accuracy 5
Pronunciation 6
Average 5.75 rounded up to 6
 Ban Compete Generally you have an effective
d6 nt user command of the language despite
some inaccuracies, inappropriate
usage and misunderstandings. You
can use and understand fairly
complex language, particularly in
familiar situations.

Student 2: Education and Study (Ei Thu Khine) 27. Nov.24

Part 1:
 I’m Teacher Gary, What’s your name?

 Today we are going to discuss your education and study.

 What did you study?

 Why did you choose this subject?

 Do you think education is important?

Part 2:
 Describe a course or subject you enjoyed.

 What was interesting about it?

Part 3:
 How has education changed over time?

 Do you think traditional classrooms are still necessary?

Feedback

Fluency and coherence 6

Lexical resource 6
Grammatical range and accuracy 6
Pronunciation 6

Average 6

Ban Compete Generally you have an effective

d6 nt user command of the language despite
some inaccuracies, inappropriate
usage and misunderstandings. You
can use and understand fairly
complex language, particularly in
 familiar situations.

Student 3: Family and Relationships (Zu Zue Nadi Ag) 27. Nov.24
Part 1:
 I’m Teacher Gary, What’s your name?

 Today we are going to discuss your family and relationships

 Can you tell me about your family?

 How do you spend time with them?

Part 2:
 Describe a family member you admire.

 Why do you look up to them?

Part 3:
 How have family structures changed in your country?

 Is it common for families to live together?

Feedback

Fluency and coherence 7

Lexical resource 6
Grammatical range and accuracy 7
Pronunciation 7

Average 7.25 rounded up to 7.5

Ban Goo You have an operational command of

d7 d the language, though with occasional
user inaccuracies, inappropriate usage and
misunderstandings in some situations.
Generally, you handle complex
language well and understand
detailed reasoning.
Student 4: Technology and Gadgets (Shwe Sin Min) 27. Nov.24
Part 1:
 I’m Teacher Gary, What’s your name?

 Today we are going to discuss technology and gadgets

 Do you like technology?

 What kinds of gadgets do you use daily?

Part 2:
 Describe a piece of technology that you find useful.

 How has it helped you?

Part 3:
 How has technology impacted society?

 Do you think people are too dependent on technology?

Feedback

Fluency and coherence 7

Lexical resource 6
Grammatical range and accuracy 6
Pronunciation 7

Average 6.5

Ban Good user You have an operational command of

d7 the language, though with occasional
inaccuracies, inappropriate usage and
misunderstandings in some situations.
Generally you handle complex
language well and understand
detailed reasoning.

Ban Compete Generally you have an effective

d6 nt user command of the language despite
some inaccuracies, inappropriate
usage and misunderstandings. You
can use and understand fairly complex
language, particularly in familiar
situations.
Student 5: Environment and Nature (Naw Moo Kho Paw Lin) 28.
Nov.24
Part 1:
 I’m Teacher Gary, What’s your name?

 Today we are going to discuss the environment and nature

 Do you enjoy spending time in nature?

 What’s your favourite natural environment?

Part 2:
 Describe a time you visited a natural place.

 What did you like about it?

Part 3:
 What are the major environmental challenges facing the world?

 How can individuals help protect the environment?

Feedback

Fluency and coherence 7

Lexical resource 7
Grammatical range and accuracy 7
Pronunciation 7

Average 7

Ban Goo You have an operational command of

d7 d the language, though with occasional
user inaccuracies, inappropriate usage and
misunderstandings in some situations.
Generally you handle complex
language well and understand
detailed reasoning.

Student 6: Travel and Holidays (Ei Phyu Win) 28. Nov.24

Part 1:
 I’m Teacher Gary, What’s your name?

 Today we are going to discuss travel and holidays

 Do you enjoy traveling?

 What’s your favourite place to visit?

Part 2:
 Describe a memorable holiday you had.

 What made it special?

Part 3:
 Why do people like to travel?

 How has tourism in Myanmar changed in recent years?

Feedback

Fluency and coherence 8

Lexical resource 7
Grammatical range and accuracy 7
Pronunciation 7

Average 7.25 rounded up to 7.5

Ban Good You have an operational command of the

d7 user language, though with occasional
inaccuracies, inappropriate usage and
misunderstandings in some situations.
Generally, you handle complex language
well and understand detailed reasoning.

Student 7. Food and Cooking (Zin Mar Aung) 28.Nov.24

Part 1:
 I’m Teacher Gary, What’s your name?

 Today we are going to discuss food and cooking

 Do you like cooking?

 What kinds of food do you prefer?

Part 2:
 Describe a traditional food in your country.

 Why is it popular?

Part 3:
 How has the way people eat changed over time?

 Do you think diets are healthier now than in the past?

Feedback
Fluency and coherence 8
Lexical resource 7
Grammatical range and accuracy 7
Pronunciation 8

Average 7.5

Ban Very You have a fully operational command

d8 good of the language with only occasional
user unsystematic inaccuracies and
inappropriate usage. You may
misunderstand some things in
unfamiliar situations. You handle
complex detailed argumentation well.

Ban Good You have an operational command of

d7 user the language, though with occasional
inaccuracies, inappropriate usage and
misunderstandings in some
situations. Generally, you handle
complex language well and
understand detailed reasoning.

8. Health and Fitness

 Part 1: How do you stay healthy? Do you enjoy physical activities?
 Part 2: Describe a sport or physical activity you enjoy. Why do you
like it?
 Part 3: Do you think people are more health-conscious today? How
can governments encourage fitness?

9. Books and Literature

 Part 1: Do you enjoy reading? What kind of books do you prefer?
 Part 2: Describe a book you’ve read recently. What was it about?
 Part 3: How have reading habits changed? Do you think e-books are
as good as physical books?

10. Media and Entertainment

 Part 1: What’s your favourite type of entertainment? Do you like
watching movies?
 Part 2: Describe a movie or TV show you enjoyed recently. Why did
you like it?
  Part 3: How has the entertainment industry changed? Do you think
entertainment has a positive impact?

11. Art and Culture

 Part 1: Are you interested in art? Do you enjoy visiting museums?
 Part 2: Describe a piece of art or an exhibition you enjoyed. What
was special about it?
 Part 3: Do you think art is important in society? How can
governments support the arts?

12. Social Media and the Internet

 Part 1: How often do you use social media? What do you use it for?
 Part 2: Describe a time when social media helped you. How did it
benefit you?
 Part 3: How has social media affected communication? Do you
think it’s a positive change?

13. Hobbies and Free Time

 Part 1: What do you like to do in your free time? Do you think it’s
important to have hobbies?
 Part 2: Describe a hobby you enjoy. Why do you like it?
 Part 3: Why do people have hobbies? Do you think hobbies help
relieve stress?

14. News and Current Events

 Part 1: Do you like to stay informed about current events? How do
you get your news?
 Part 2: Describe a recent news story that caught your attention.
Why was it interesting?
 Part 3: How has the way people consume news changed? Is fake
news a big problem?

15. Fashion and Clothing

 Part 1: Are you interested in fashion? How would you describe your
style?
 Part 2: Describe an outfit you like to wear. Why do you like it?
 Part 3: How has fashion changed over time? Do you think people
spend too much on clothes?

16. Cities and Urban Life

 Part 1: Do you live in a city? What do you like or dislike about it?
 Part 2: Describe a city you’ve visited. What did you like about it?
 Part 3: How have cities changed in recent years? What are some
challenges of urban living?

17. Dreams and Ambitions

  Part 1: What are your goals for the future? Do you think dreams are
important?
 Part 2: Describe a goal you hope to achieve. Why is it important to
you?
 Part 3: How do goals shape a person’s life? Should people set
realistic or ambitious goals?

These topics cover a wide range of potential questions for IELTS Speaking,
providing a balanced practice for fluency, coherence, vocabulary, and
topic development.