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IELTS Speaking

PART 1

INTRODUCTION AND INTERVIEW

  • Most of the questions are about yourself.

  • Your answer should last for at least 1 minute and you should provide at least 2 reasons for your answer.

  • This usually lasts for 4-5 minutes.

PART 2

INDIVIDUAL LONG TURN

  • A cue card about the topic will be provided to the examinee.

  • This cue card will be used as a guideline.

  • The examinee will be given 1 minute to prepare his/her answer.

  • This usually lasts for 3-4 minutes.

PART 3

TWO-WAY DISCUSSION

  • Each examinee will be given an opportunity to express his/her opinion about abstract issues and ideas.

  • This usually lasts for 4-5 minutes.