Part 3 - Practice Topics for Discussion:
Since you cannot know what topic you will be asked to talk about in Part 2 of the Speaking Sub-
test, it follows that you cannot know in advance any particulars about the wider topic area that is
discussed in Part 3. The following possible discussion topics are for practice only:
• Problems that affect your country
• Financial success and how to achieve it
• Poverty and hunger in the Thirld World
• Crime and punishment
• Fashion and design
• Public transport
• Youth and the problems they face
• The role of television and radio in society
• The influence of the print media
• Current affairs
• The changing nature of family life
• Nuclear energy
• World economic solutions
• Diet, health and exercise
• The consequences of global warming
• Recreational facilities in modern cities
• Future energy resources
• The relevance of school examinations
• Materialism and the consumer
• Space travel
• Modern medicine
• Censorship and the Internet
• Types of governments in the world today
• Women in the workplace
• The qualities and skills of a good company manager
• The necessity of a strong defence force
• The advantages of an international language
• The design of modern cities
• The influence of sport in society
• Street protests and individual rights
• Religion and the church in the modern world
• The pros and cons of living in a foreign country
• The meaning of happiness
• Living together, marriage and divorce
When you first practise speaking about these topics, try it in your own language. Think about the
situation as it might have been in the past, the way things are now, and how things might become
in the future. Make comparisons, give opinions, and try to sound authoritative. Then practise in English!
Suggested Phrases for Speaking About The Future
I'm certain that... (something will/is going to happen)
Most probably ... (something will/is going to happen)
It's (always) possible that... (something might happen) certainly will
I hope that... (something happens or doesn't happen) bound to
most probably
(Something) probably will ... (happen) in the short term probably
won't long possibly/maybe it will
(Something) might even ... (happen) (may) might / perhaps
Perhaps (something) will even ... (happen) it's 50-50 whether or not
Of course, (something) could always (happen), especially if ... *
possibly / maybe it won't
There's a good chance that... (something will happen) (may) migllt not
a 50-50 perhaps
a reasonable probably won't
most probably won't
I doubt (very much) if...
not much surely won't
Sometimes I wonder if (something is going to happen)..." definitely
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I'm not sure if it'll... . but...
Note the inclusion of first conditional "if clauses", which can be useful when asked to speculate about the possibility
of something happening in the future.
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Speaking Test Hints
CONCLUDING THE INTERVIEW
Requirements
When the examiner has finished the discussion in Part 3, the Speaking Sub-test has come to an end.
The examiner will thank you for talking and the interview is concluded.
• remember to thank the examiner for his or her time and say goodbye.
• as you leave the room, don't forget to remain positive - the examiner might not
have yet completely made up his or her mind about your score, and the final
impression you make is important.
If you have questions about the test itself, such as when the results will become
available, talk to the person in charge of the day's proceedings
What To Do and What Not To Do
1 Relax and remain in control right up until
the moment you leave the interview room.
2 Shake hands confidently, if you are invited
to do so, and thank the examiner for his or
her time.
3 Simply say:
"Thank you very much for your time. I
enjoyed talking with you. Goodbye."
... or a similar concluding sentence or two
of your own.
1 Do not tell the examiner how relieved you
are the test is over, and there is no need to
comment on your performance!
2 Do not overdo your friendliness at the end.
Be glad you did your best, smile and leave
the room.
3 Do not ask the examiner for your Band
Score. He or she is unable to give you that
information.
AFINALJWORD^...^
IELTS is a demanding and challenging examination. Because the Band Score you receive is
probably of great importance to your future you should a make a serious effort RIGHT NOW to
achieve the level of English you require. Don't wait until tomorrow - tomorrow never comes.
Think deeply about what you can achieve with your life if you score well. Think about what you
will be able to do later.
Well-placed effort is always rewarded. The hard work you do now will eventually make your life
easier. A little pain now for a lot of gain later. That is the secret of success - perhaps the secret of
living itself- for learning never ends.
The first time you take any test you are unfamiliar with the way in which it is conducted and will
naturally feel slightly nervous. Many candidates take the IELTS test the first time for practice - to
get an accurate assessment of their level and to familiarise themselves with the process - before
taking it a second or even third time. Each time you must wait for three months before being allowed
to take the test again. It takes at least that period of time to increase your overall Band Score by one
Band, and requires intensive daily study.
Good luck ... and remember the Golden Rule
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The Practice Tests
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