IELTS Speaking Test Band 9

IELTS Speaking Test Practice Questions Part 1: Introduction and Interview (4-5 minutes) Topic 1: Sport Do you enjoy watching sports? What kind of sport is most popular in your country? Did you participate in any sports when you were younger? Do you think it is important for people to play sports? Topic 2: Work or Studies Do you work or are you a student? (If working) What are your main duties at work? (If studying) What subject are you studying, and why did you choose it? Do you prefer working alone or with a group of people? Topic 3: Music What kind of music do you enjoy listening to? Did you learn to play any musical instruments when you were a child? How important is music in your life? When do you usually listen to music? Part 2: Long Turn / Cue Card (3-4 minutes) Preparation Time: 1 minute Speaking Time: 1-2 minutes Cue Card Topic Describe a book that you have read recently that you found interesting. You should say: what the name of the book is and what it is about when and where you read it what kind of people would enjoy reading it And explain why you found the book interesting. Example follow-up: Do you think you will read it again in the future? Part 3: Discussion (4-5 minutes) Topic: Books and Reading Habits Do you think that reading is as popular now as it was in the past? Why or why not? How important is it for children to read for pleasure? What are some of the differences between books and films based on the same story? How might the way people read change in the future, especially with the use of technology? What kind of books do you think will be popular ten years from now? ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To excel in the IELTS Speaking test, prioritize fluency and coherence by speaking at a natural pace with minimal hesitation, using linking words to connect your ideas. Expand your answers fully with reasons and examples, rather than giving brief responses. Demonstrate a range of vocabulary by paraphrasing and avoiding repetition, and work on accurate pronunciation, particularly of key words, to ensure clarity. Finally, listen carefully to the questions and engage directly with the examiner in a confident, conversational manner.