IELTS SPEAKING

A. Part 1
1. Where do you live now ?
-Which town or city do you live in now
-Are there any things you don’t like about your area ?
-Do you think you will continue to live there for a long time ?
-What are some changes in the area recently ?
-Do you live in a house or an apartment ?
-What things make your home pleasant to live in ?
-Are the people in your neighborhood nice and friendly ?
-Do you know any famous people in your area ?

2. Work/ Study
-Do you work or are you a student ? ( Work )
-What kind of work do you do ?
-What do you find most interesting about your work ?
-Which is more important to you – the people work with or the work you do

3. Home, decoration
- What colour would you choose to paint the walls off your room ?
-What colour would you never use in your home ?
-What do you like about your flat ?
-What can you see from the windows where you live ?
-Can you describe the place where you live

4. Mobile phones
-What was your first mobile phone ?
-How often do you use your mobile phone
-Do you use your mobile phone for texting or calls

5. Talents
-Do you have a talent or something you are good at ?
-Was it mastered recently or when you were young?
-Do you think your talent can be useful for your future work? Why?
-Do you think anyone in your family has the same talent?

6. Dreams
-What was your dream when you were a child ?
-Do you think dreams will affect life ?
-Do you think dreams have special meanings ?
-Are you the kind of person who sticks to dreams ?
-Do you remember your dreams when you wake up ?

7. Feeling bored
-Do you often feel bored?
-When would you feel bored?
-What do you do when you feel bored?
-Do you think childhood is boring or adulthood is boring?

8. Old buildings
-Have you ever seen some old buildings in the city?
-Do you think we should preserve old buildings in cities?
-Do you prefer living in an old building or a modern house?
-Are there any old buildings you want to see in the future? Why?

9. Watch
-Do you wear a watch?
-Have you ever got a watch as a gift?
-Why do some people wear expensive watches?
-What do you think influences people to buy new things?

10. Sitting down

- Where is your favorite place to sit?
-Do you always sit down for a long time?
-Do you feel sleepy when you are sitting down?
-When you were a kid, did you usually sit on the floor?

11. Study and work area

-Do you prefer to work at home or in the workplace ?
-Do you prefer to work alone or with other people ?

12. Fish and fishing

-Have you ever been to a place where there are lots of fish and fishing ?
-Have you watched the TV program about fish ?
-Did you like eating fish when you were a child ?
13. Coins
-Have you ever collected coins ?
-Do you think it’s convenient to use coins ?
-Do you often carry coins with you ?

14. Streets and roads

-How do you cross the street in you hometown ?
-Are the roads where you live busy ?
-What do you want to improve about the traffic ?
-Is there a road name that is unique to this city ?

15. Riding a biclycle

-How often do you ride bicycles ?
-Is it difficult to learn to ride a bicycle ?
-When was the last time you used your bicycle ?
-Will you teach your children to ride a bicycle ?
-Do you think a bicycle is very convenient for people to use ?

16. Teachers
-How does this teacher help you ?
-Would you like to be a teacher ?
-Did you have a favourite teacher ?
-Do you think you could be a teacher ?

17. Making people laugh

-Do you find it easy to make others laugh ?
-Do you laugh a lot recently ?
-Do you often make people laugh ?
-Are you good at making poeple laugh ?
-Do you like watching movies that make you laugh ?
-When was the last time you laugh ?
-Do you think it’s a good thing if you always make others laugh ?

18. Good view

-What’s the best view that you have ever enjoyed ?
-Do you take photos of good views ?
-What can you see from the windows where you live ?
-Is there good scenery in cities ?
-Do you book rooms that have good views when you go travelling ?

19. Perfumes
-What kind of perfume do you like ?
-Would you buy perfume as a gift ?
-Do you think it is expensive ?
-Do you like perfume ?
-Do you have a lot of perfumes ?
-Do you were a perfume ?
-Do you have a favourite brand of perfume ?
20. Making friends
-How often do you meet new people ?
-Who is your latest new friend ?
-Do you like making friend ?
-Do your friends think you are calm ?

21. Teamwork
-Do you like teamwork ?
-Have you ever worked in a group in junior high school ?
-Have you ever worked with others in team ?
-Are you currently working in a group ?
-Do you prefer to work alone or in a group ?

22. Collecting things

-Do you collect things?
-Are there any things you keep from childhood?
-Would you keep old things for a long time?Why?
-Where do you usually keep things you need?

23. Car
-Why do you like travelling by car ?
-What is the farthest place you have travelled to by car ?
-Do you like to sit in front or back when travelling by car ?
-When do you travel by car ?

24. Swimming pool

-Do you like swimming ?
-What do you think are the benefít of learning to swim ?
-Can you swim ?
-How did you learn to swim ?

25. FLOWERS
1. Do you like flowers?
2. Do you like to receive flowers as a gift?
3. Have you planted any flowers?
4. What kinds of flowers do you know?
5. Are there any flowers that have special meanings in Vietnam?
6. Have you ever given anybody flowers?

26. WILD ANIMAL

1. What’s your favourite wild animal?
2. Are there many wild animals in your country?
3. Have you ever seen wild animals?
4. Where can you see wild animals in your area?

27 EVENING
1. What do you usually do in the evening?
2. Do you spend your evenings in the same way on weekdays and at
weekends? (Why/why not?)
3. How did you spend your evenings when you were younger? (Why/Why not?)
4. Is there anything you don’t like to do in the evenings? (Why/Why not?)
5. Do you like the morning or evening?

28 COMPUTER
1. Do you use computers?
2. How often do you use your computer?
3. What kind of activities involves using computers?
4. How important is your computer to you?

29. EMAIL
1. Do you often send emails?
2. When would you send emails to others?
Mostly when it involves work. Like I said, my company’s official
contact them via: liên hệ với họ qua
3. Is sending emails popular in Vietnam?

30. ART
1. Are you good at art?
2. Do you like art?
3. Is art popular in your country?
4. Have you ever been to an art gallery?
5. Do you think children can benefit from going to art galleries?
6. Do you like visiting art galleries?
7. Do you want to be an artist?
31. Advertisement
1. What kinds of advertisements do you watch?
2. Where can you see advertisements?
3. Do you watch advertisements from the beginning to the end?
4. Have you ever bought something because of its advertisement?

32. WATCHES
How often do you wear a watch?
What was your first watch look like?
What type of watch do you prefer?
Did anyone give you a watch as a gift?
Why do people wear expensive watches?

33. Sitting down

1 Where is your favorite place to sit?
 2 Do you always sit down for a long time?
3 Do you feel sleepy when you are sitting down?
4 When you were a kid, did you usually sit on the floor?

34. MIRROR
1. Do you like looking at yourself in the mirror? How often?
2. Have you ever bought mirrors?
3. Do you usually take a mirror with you?
4. Would you use mirrors to decorate your room?

35. LOST AND FOUND

1. What will you do if you find something lost by others?
2. Do you report to the police when finding something lost by others?
như time-consuming (adj) tốn thời gian
3. Have you ever lost things?
4. Will you post on social media if you lose your item?

36. Color
1. What is your favorite color?
2. Do you usually wear clothes in your favorite color?
3. Are there any colors that have a special meaning in your country?
37. Stories
1. Do you love stories ?
2. Do you prefer listening to stories or reading them?
3. Did you write a stories when you were a child?
38. Borrowing/Lending
1. Have you ever borrowed money from someone else?
2. Have you ever lent a book to others?
3. How do you feel about others borrowing things from you?
4. How do you feel when people don’t return things they borrowed from you?
39 .Street market
- Are there many street markets in Vietnam?
- Do you like street markets?
- What do street markets sell?
- What are the differences between street markets and supermarkets?
40. Website
- What kinds of websites do you often visit?
- What is your favorite website?
- Are there any changes to the websites you often visit?
- What kinds of websites are popular in your country?
41. Time manament
- Do you usually make plans?
- What about your time management ability?
 - Is it easy to manage time for you?
42. Send message
- Do you send message?
-When do you send message?
- Do you reply message in time?
43. History
- Do you like to learn about history?
- What historical event do you find interesting?
- Do you think history is important?
44. Gift
- Have you ever sent handmade gifts to others?
- How to choose a gift?
- Can you share an experience of giving a special gift to someone?

B. Part 2/Part 3
1. Describe a prize you have received (eg a medal)
You should say:

What it was

when you received it

what you did to receive
it
And explain how you felt about it
Part 3

Do you think competition is all about the prize?

What prizes should schools set for students?
What criteria should be sent for students to win a particular prize?

Why do many companies often give prizes to their customers?

2. Describe a person who likes to read a lot
You should say:

Who he/she is

How you knew he/she

What does he/she read
And explain why you think he/she likes to read a lot
Part 3:
1. Why are many people so keen on reading?
2. Is reading for fun or for work?
 3. What reading topics are popular in your country?
4. Do you think people of all ages need to reed?

3. Describe a person who is good at making things by hand (

toys, furniture, …)
You should say:

Who this person is

What he/she makes
How do you feel
And explain why that person is good at making things by hand
Part 3:
Are traditional handicrafts important to tourism?
How important are traditional handicrafts to a country’s industry?
is it reasonable to charge a high price for handmade things?
How does modern technology change the handicraft?

4. Describe an online video where you learned something new

You should say:

When and where you watched it

what it was
why you watched it

and explain what you have learned from it

Part 3:

What kinds of videos are most popular in your country?

Why are so many young people obsessed with short videos?
What are the advantages of online learning?
Do you think online learning will replace face-to-face learning?

5. Describe a person who always has strong opinions

You should say
Who this person is
How you knew him/her
why you think he/she is an opinionated person
and explain how you feed about him/her
Part 3:
What aspects do young people have strong opinions about?
What aspects do old people have strong opinions about?
6. Describe a time when you answered a phone call from someone you
didn’t know in a public place
You should say
Where it happened
what he/she said
how you corresponded

and explain how you feed about the experience

Part 3
Do most people mind people talking on the phone in public places?
What are the differences between sitting beside a person who keeps talking on the
phone and a person who keeps talking to you?
Why do some people not care what they do in public places?
Do you think parents should teach their children not to behave badly in
public places?

7. Describe an old friend you had lost touch with and got in contact with
again You should say:

Who he/she is

How you knew each other

Why you lost contact
How you got in contact again

And explain how you felt after getting in contact again

Part 3
Is it better to have a lot of friends than just a few friends?
Would having a few friends limit your horizons?
Do you think you are good at maintaining good relationships with others?
Why do old friends lose touch with each other?

8. Describe the most expensive item you have ever

bought You should say:

When and Where you bought it

What it was
What you used it for

And explain how you liked it

Part 3:
1. Do people spend too much time shopping these days? Why?

Yes, I think many people spend too much time shopping, especially online. With e-
commerce platforms and social media ads, it’s easy to browse endlessly for items
you might not even need. Additionally, shopping has become a form of
entertainment for some, which can lead to overspending and wasted time

2. Do you think expensive things are worth their prices?

Not always. Some expensive items, like high-quality electronics or handmade

products, are worth the price because they last longer or have unique features.
However, many luxury items are overpriced just because of the brand, and their
value doesn’t necessarily justify the cost.

3. Do you think women enjoy buying expensive things more than men?

Not really. I think it depends more on the individual’s personality than their gender.
While some women might enjoy splurging on fashion or accessories, many men
are just as willing to spend on gadgets, cars, or other hobbies. The type of
expensive thing people enjoy buying often reflects their interests rather than their
gender.
9 . Describe a cultural place (library, museum, theater)
You should say:

Where it is

How you knew this place

What it is like
And explain how the place is related to culture
Part 3

How does the internet affect culture?

How is a culture formed?
What kind of culture is popular among the young?
How do young people learn about different cultures?
10. Describe a person who other people often asked advice for
You should say:

Who this person was

Why you asked for the advice

What the advice was
And explain how you felt about the advice
Part 3:
1. Who should people ask for advice on big issues, family members or friends?
 2. What kind of advice do people need the most?

3. What kind of person is better at giving advice?

11. Describe a crowded place you went to

You should say:
When you went there
Who you went there with
Why you went there
And explain how you felt about it
Part 3:
1. Which cities are crowded in your country?

2. Will there be more or less green space in cities in the future?

3. Will people use bikes more or less in cities in the future?

4. What are the places that usually have long queues?

12. Describe a movie you watched recently

You should say:

When and where you watched it

Who you watched it with
What it was about

and explain why you chose to watch this movie

Part 3:
What kinds of movies do you think are successful in your country?

Do Vietnamese people prefer to watch domestic movies or foreign movies?

Do you think only well-known directors can create the best movies?
Why do many movies starring famous actors and actresses fail to achieve good
results?
Why do people prefer to watch movies in the cinema
13. Describe the ideal home( e.g.house or apartment) that you would like
to live in
You should say:
Where it would be
What it would look
like
What special features it would have
And explain why it would be an ideal place for you

Part 3:

1. What’s the difference between home in the past and nowadays?

2. Why are apartments welcome in some places while not in other places?

3. What would people normally consider when they rent or buy a house or
an apartment?

4. Do different people have different preferences for houses or apartments?

14 Describe a place in your hometown/city that is different from other places

and that you enjoy visiting with your parents/friends
You should say:

Where it is
What it is like
What you often do there
Who you often go there with
And explain why you think it is different
Part 3:
1. what are differences between big cities and small cities
2. What are the differences between the places young people like to go and the
places old people like to go and the places old people like to go?
3. What do young people like to do in their leisure time?
4. Why are some attractions not suitable for people to live in?

15. Describe a natural place (e.g. park, mountain)

You should say:
Where this place is
How you knew this place
What it is like
And explain why you like to visit it
Part 3 :

1. What kind of people like to visit natural places?

2. What are the differences between a natural place and a city?

3. Do you think that going to the park is the only way to get close to nature?
 4. Do you know any wild animals in the city?

5. Do you think it is a good idea to let animals stay in local parks for people to
visit?

16. Describe a type of favorite food that you ate at special events?

You should say:

What this type of food is

Where you had it
How to make this type of food

And explain why you like it

Part 3:

1. Which food is generally popular in your country?

2. Why do some people prefer planning food themselves?

3. Will there be more and more people planting food in the future?
17. Describe a room you have been to in someone else's house
You should say:

Whose room it is
When you went there
How you felt about it
And explain why you have been to that person’s room
Answer:
Part 3:

1. Will you go to someone else’s house during the spring festival? Why?

2. Why do people invite others to their house?

3. Do young people or old people prefer to stay at home?

18. Describe a wildlife you’ve seen before (e.g. animals, insects,..)

You should say:

Where did you see

What they are
How popular the place you’ve visited is for other visitors
And explain why do you like it
Part 3:

1. Can you often see wildlife in VietNam?

2. Do you think wildlife is popular among children in VietNam?

3. Are there many documentary films about wildlife in VietNam?

19. Describe a person who has chosen a career in the medical field (e.g
a doctor, a nurse)
You should say:

Who he/she is
What he/she does
Why he/she chose this career

And explain how you feel about him/her

Part 3

Do you think doctors and nurses are very

important? Who is more important, doctors or
nurses?
Do you think that doctors and nurses are not paid enough?
Do you think it is necessary to learn first aids skills?

20. Describe a time when you lost a valuable item

You should say

When and where it happened

What it was
How valuable it was
How you lost it
And explain how you felt about the experience
Part 3
What kinds of things do people lose
easily? Why do people keep losing things?
Where do people often find things they have lost?
Is it Important to be organized for a good student?

21. Describe a gift you have received that was important to you
You should say:

Who gave it to you and for what occasion

What it looks like
How you use it

Part 3:

1. Why do we usually give gifts to children to praise their studies, but not
to children for sports awards?

2. In what situations do you think it is good or bad to give gifts to children?

22. Describe a challenge you faced that you thought was rather difficult
You should say:

What it was

When and where you faced it

Why you thought it was a difficult challenge

And explain how you felt at the time

Part 3

1. What do children often do when they face a challenge?

2. Is it easy for children to overcome a challenge?

3. Do most people choose to face a challenge alone or with others?

23. Describe an old people who has had an interesting life

You should say:
Who this person is
Where he/she lives in

15
IELTS PHAM HONG SON HOTLINE : 0562950582
 SPEAKING QUÝ 1/2025 IELTS PHAM1 6 HONG SON - ZALO
0562950582

What he/she has done in his/her life

And explain how you feel about this person

Part 3

1. What do you think people like to do when they are old?

2. Do you think grandparents can always have a good relationship with

their grandchildren?

3. What can grandparents and grandchildren learn from each other?

24. Describe an occasion when your family asked you for help
You should say:

When it happened
Who you helped
How you helped
And explain how you felt about the experience
Part 3
1. How can children help their parents at home?

2. Should parents always help their children with everything?

3. What can children learn by helping others?

4. Do neighbours often help each other in your country?

5. How do people know that their neighbours might need help?

25. Describe a time when you asked someone for advice

You should say:
Who this person
was

16
IELTS PHAM HONG SON HOTLINE : 0562950582
 SPEAKING QUÝ 1/2025 IELTS PHAM1 7 HONG SON - ZALO
0562950582

Why you asked for the advice

What the advice was
And explain how you felt about the advice

Part 3:

1 Who should people ask for advice on big issues, family members or friends?

2 Do you think people prefer asking for advice from friends or professionals?
Why?

3 Why do some people hesitate to take advice, even when they need it?

4 Do you think people should rely on advice when making big life decisions?
Why or why not?

25. Describe something that made you feel confident

You should say:

When and where it happened

What you did
Why it made you feel confident
And explain how you felt about it
Part 3:
What can a teacher do to help his or her students become more confident?
How can teachers help their students become more confident by rewarding them
for studying

What can teachers do to make studying more interesting?

Do you think that children of confident parents are also confident?
Why do so many people lack confidence these days?

17
IELTS PHAM HONG SON HOTLINE : 0562950582
 SPEAKING QUÝ 1/2025 IELTS PHAM1 8 HONG SON - ZALO
0562950582

26. Describe a time you missed an important appointment for

something You should say:

When and where it happened

What the appointment was for
What happened when you missed it

And explain how you felt about the appointment.

Part 3:
1. How often do you make appointments?

2. Is it important to be punctual in your country?

3. Is it easy to make an appointment in VietNam?

27. Describe an experience on good service in a store

You should say:

What the service was

When it happened
Where you received the service

And explain why you think it was good service.

Part 3:

What are the advantages and disadvantages of shopping in small shops?

Why do some people dislike shopping in small shops?
What are the differences between online shopping and in-store shopping?

What are the advantages and disadvantages of shopping online?

18
IELTS PHAM HONG SON HOTLINE : 0562950582
 SPEAKING QUÝ 1/2025 IELTS PHAM1 9 HONG SON - ZALO
0562950582

28. Describe an energetic person that you know

You should say:
Who this person is
How you knew this person
Why you think this person is energetic
And explain how you feel about this person

Part 3
1. What kinds of jobs need a lot of physical work
2. What’s the difference between the payment for physical work and that
for mental work
3. Can physical workers receive higher salaries in the future
4. Do you think machines could replace human workers in the future
29. Describe a place in a village that you visited
You should say:
Where it is
When you visited this place
What you did there
And how you feel about this place
Part 3
1. Is there anything special about the villages in Vietnam
2. Why do people want to go to the
countryside ing with traditional Vietnamese
culture.
3. What do people usually do when they visit a village
4. Do you think people will live in villages in the future

30. Describe something you bought but you returned in the end
You should say:
What it is
When you bought it
Why you returned it
And explain how you returned it
Part 3

1. Why do many people like shopping online

2. Do you think that advertisements should be strictly regulated

31. Describe a time when the vehicle you took broke down on your trip
You should say:

19
IELTS PHAM HONG SON HOTLINE : 0562950582
 SPEAKING QUÝ 1/2025 IELTS PHAM2 0 HONG SON - ZALO
0562950582

Where it happened
When it happened
Who you were with at that time
And what impacts this breakdown had
Part 3
1. What do you think needs to be improved in public transport
2. Who likes to travel more, older people or younger people

3. Are there fewer people using private cars because of improved public transport
4. What are the advantages and disadvantages of private transport

32. Describe a foreign country you would like to visit in the future
You should say:
What it is
What you have known about it
Who you would like to go there with
And explain why you would like to visit it
Part 3
1. What do you think of national identity?

33 Describe a science subject that you are interested in

You should say:

What it is
Where you got to know it
How you have learned it
And explain why you are interested in it

34 Describe your grandpa/grandma’s job

35 Describe a positive change that you have made recently in your

daily routine
You should say:
What the change is
How you have changed the routine
Why you think it is a positive change
And explain how you feel about the
change Part 3

1. What do people normally plan in their daily lives

2. Is time management very important in our daily lives
3. What changes would people often make
4. Do you think it is good to change jobs frequently
 36 Describe an invention that is useful in your daily life
You should say:

What the invention is

What it can do
How popular it is
And explain whether it is difficult or easy to use
37 Describe an invention that is useful in your daily life

Part 3:

1. What qualities do inventors have?

2. Do you think only scientists can invent new things?
3. What inventions do you think should be improved?
4. Are there any other inventions that make the world better?
5. Do all inventions bring benefits to our world?
6. Who should support and sponsor inventors, governments or private companies?

38 Describe a friend you like to talk with

You should say:

Who he/she is
What you like to talk about
Why you like to talk with him/her
And explain how you feel about him/her
Describe a friend you like to talk with

Part 3:
1. Where do young people like to meet?
2. What do young people talk about when they meet up?
3. Do you think people should be honest when talking with friends?
4. On what occasions do people talk with strangers?

39 Describe a time you were very busy

You should say:

When it happened
Where you were
What you did
And explain why you were busy
Describe a time you were very busy
21
IELTS PHAM HONG SON HOTLINE : 0562950582
 SPEAKING QUÝ 1/2025 IELTS PHAM2 2 HONG SON - ZALO
0562950582

Part 3:

1. What are the advantages and disadvantages when people keep busy?
2. Do you think children should learn through playing games or under pressure?
3. What kind of pressure people may experience at work?
4. How does technology help with time management?
5. Does technology distract people?
40 Describe a traditional product in your country
You should say:

What it is
When you tried this product for the first time
What it is made of
And explain how you feel about it
Describe a traditional product in your country
PART 3
1. Why are traditional products important?
2. Do you think traditions are important for a country? Why?
3. What are some traditional Chinese products?
4. Why is it important for children to learn about traditional products?

41 Describe something you do that can help you concentrate on

work/study
You should say:

What it is
How it helps you concentrate
When you do it
And explain how you feel about it
Describe something you do that can help you concentrate on work/study
PART 3
1. Why is it more difficult for children to concentrate nowadays than in the past?
2. Do you think technology will harm children’s ability to concentrate?
3. What kinds of jobs require high concentration at work?
4. Can exercise help people improve concentration?

42 Describe a special day out that cost you little money/didn’t cost you
much
You should say:

22
IELTS PHAM HONG SON HOTLINE : 0562950582
 SPEAKING QUÝ 1/2025 IELTS PHAM2 3 HONG SON - ZALO
0562950582

When the day was

Where you went
How much you
spent
And explain how you feel about the day
Describe a special day out that cost you little money/didn’t cost you much
Part 3

1. Do people like to spend their leisure time out in your country

2. How do people spend their leisure time in your country
3. How does technology affect the way people spend their leisure time
4. Do you think only old people have time for leisure

43 Describe a family member who you want to work with in the future
You should say:

Who he/she is
Whether you worked together before
What kind of work you would like to do with him/her
And explain how you feel about this family member
Describe a family member who you want to work with in the future
Part 3:
1. What kinds of family businesses are common in China
2. Is it good to work with family members? Why

3. Why do people want to have a family business

4. What benefits are there when working for big companies

44 Describe something that surprised you and made you happy

You should say:

What it was
Who did this
How you found out about it and what you did
And explain why it surprised you and made you happy
Describe something that surprised you and made you happy

Part 3

1. How do people express happiness in your culture

2. Do you think happiness has any effect on people? How
3. How can people be happy
People can find happiness in various ways. Building strong relationships with
family and friends is one of the most important. Engaging in activities they enjoy,
achieving personal goals, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle also contribute to
happiness. Additionally, practicing gratitude and focusing on the present moment
can help people feel more content.

4. Is it good for people to be unhappy?

Why 9 Describe an interesting neighbor
You should say:

Who he/she is
How you knew him/her
What you do together
And explain why he/she is interesting
Describe an interesting neighbor
Part 3
Do you think people are familiar with their neighbors?
How can people improve the relationship with neighbors in a community?
How do children build relationships with others in a community?
Is it beneficial to get along well with neighbors?

45 Describe a time when you organized a happy event successfully

You should say:

What the event was

How you prepared for it
Who helped you to organize it
And explain why you think it was a successful event
Describe a time when you organized a happy event successfully
Part 3
1. Do you think people are familiar with their neighbors
2. How can people improve the relationship with neighbors in a community
3. How do children build relationships with others in a community
4. Is it beneficial to get along well with neighbors

46 Describe a long walk you ever had

You should say:

When this happened

Where you walked
Who you were with

24
IELTS PHAM HONG SON HOTLINE : 0562950582
 SPEAKING QUÝ 1/2025 IELTS PHAM2 5 HONG SON - ZALO
0562950582

And explain how you felt about this long walk

Describe a long walk you ever had
Part 3:

1. What outdoor activities do people like

2. What are the differences between the outdoor activities children did in the
past and now

3. Is leisure time important to everyone? Why

4. Do women have more leisure time than men

47 Describe something that you can’t live without (not a

computer/phone)
You should say:

What it is
What you do with it
How it helps you in your life
And explain why you can’t live without it

Describe something that you can’t live without (not a computer/phone)

Part 3:
1. Why are children attracted to new things (such as electronics)
2. Why do some grown-ups hate to throw out old things (such as
clothes) invironmentally conscious.
3. Is the way people buy things
affected or friends.
4. What do you think influences people to buy new things

48 Describe an interesting discussion you had with your friend

You should say:

What the discussion was about

What opinions you and your friend had
Why you think the discussion was interesting
And how you felt about it
Describe an interesting discussion you had with your friend
Part 3
1. When do children normally form their own views

25
IELTS PHAM HONG SON HOTLINE : 0562950582
 SPEAKING QUÝ 1/2025 IELTS PHAM2 6 HONG SON - ZALO
0562950582

2. Do children have strong opinions

3. Should parents require their kids to obey them
4. In what industries do you think communication is a necessary skill

49 Describe a thing you did to learn another language

You should say:
What language you learned
What you did
How it helped you learn the language
And how you felt about it
Describe a thing you did to learn another language
Part 3
1. What difficulties do people face when learning a language
2. Which is better, to study a language alone or to study it in a group? Why
3. What’s the best way to learn a language
4. Do you think language learning is important? Why

50 Describe a person who you follow on social media

You should say:
Who he/she is
How you knew him/her
What he/she posts on social media
And explain why you follow him/her on social media
Describe a person who you follow on social media

Part 3

1. What can people do on social media

2. Do older people and younger people use the same kinds of social media apps
3. Do older people spend much time on social media
4. Are non-social media like television and newspapers still useful

51 Describe an item of clothing that someone gave you

You should say:
What the clothing was
Who gave it to you
When you got it
And explain why this person gave you the clothing
Describe an item of clothing that someone gave you
Part 3

26
IELTS PHAM HONG SON HOTLINE : 0562950582
 SPEAKING QUÝ 1/2025 IELTS PHAM2 7 HONG SON - ZALO
0562950582

1. Have you ever given clothes to others

2. Why do people dress casually in everyday life but dress formally at work
3. What are the advantages and disadvantages of wearing uniforms at work
and school
4. Why do people from different countries wear different clothing

52 Describe a time you visited a new

place You should say:

Where the new place is

When you went there
Why you went there
And explain how you feel about the place
Describe a time you visited a new place

Part 3

1. Which do you prefer, living in a city or only visiting it as a tourist

2. How do young children react when they go to school for the first time
3. Why do some people want to go to college far away from home
4. How do young and old people react differently to new things

53 Describe a difficult decision that you made and had a good result
You should say:
What the decision was
When you made that decision
Why it was difficult to make
And explain how you felt about the good result
Part 3
1. What kinds of decisions do young people have to make
2. Do you think young people are easily influenced by others when they
make decisions? Why or why not
3. Do you think some people can make decisions without asking for advice
from others

4. Do you think it’s necessary for kids to make as many decisions by themselves
as they can

54 Describe an important river/lake in your country

You should say:
Where it is located
27
IELTS PHAM HONG SON HOTLINE : 0562950582
 SPEAKING QUÝ 1/2025 IELTS PHAM2 8 HONG SON - ZALO
0562950582

How big/long it is
What it looks like
And explain why it is important
Part 3

1. How can rivers and lakes benefit local people

2. Do you think rivers and lakes attract tourists
Yes, rivers and lakes are popular tourist attractions because of their natural beauty
3. How do rivers and lakes affect local tourism
4. Are rivers and lakes good for transport? Why

55 Describe a popular/well-known person in your country

You should say:
Who this person is
What he/she has done
Why he/she is popular
And explain how you feel about this person

Part 3
1. What kinds of people are popular at work
2. Are bosses more popular than employees at work
3. Which one is more important, maintaining a good relationship with colleagues
4. What benefits are there when a child is popular at school

56Describe a contest/competition you would like to participate in

You should say:
What the contest/competition is about
Where the contest/competition will take place
When it will be held
Part 3
What are the contests commonly seen on TV programs?
Why are competition shows popular?
What kinds of industries need competition? Why?
Do you think it is necessary to encourage people to compare with one another in
companies?

57 Describe an important event you celebrated

You should say:
What the event was
When it happened
Who attended the
event
And explain how you felt about the event
28
IELTS PHAM HONG SON HOTLINE : 0562950582
 SPEAKING QUÝ 1/2025 IELTS PHAM2 9 HONG SON - ZALO
0562950582

Part 3

29
IELTS PHAM HONG SON HOTLINE : 0562950582
 SPEAKING QUÝ 1/2025 IELTS PHAM3 0 HONG SON - ZALO
0562950582

Do you like to celebrate important events? Why?

What kinds of events do people usually celebrate?
Do people often celebrate events with a large group of people or just a few people?
Do people often celebrate festivals with families?

58 Describe a special cake you received from others

You should say:
When it happened
Where it happened

Part 3
What are the differences between special food in China and other countries?
Is there any food in your country that is eaten at special times or on special
occasions?
Why are some people willing to spend a lot of money on meals on special days?
Do you think it’s good to communicate when eating with your family?

59 Describe a toy you like in your childhood

You should say:
What kind of toy it is
When you received
it How you played it
And how you felt about it
Part 3
How do advertisements influence children?
Should advertising aimed at kids be prohibited?
What’s the difference between the toys kids play now and those they played in the
past?
Do you think parents should buy more toys for their kids or spend more time
with them?

60 Describe a time when someone asked for your opinion

You should say:
Who asked for your opinion
Why he/she wanted to know your opinion
What opinion you gave
And explain how you felt when he/she asked for your opinion
Why do some people dislike giving their opinions?
Are there any apps designed for collecting opinions about products for services?
Why do people like to express their opinions on the internet nowadays?
What are the disadvantages of sharing opinions on the internet?

61 Describe a time when you were stuck in a traffic jam

30
IELTS PHAM HONG SON HOTLINE : 0562950582
 SPEAKING QUÝ 1/2025 IELTS PHAM3 1 HONG SON - ZALO
0562950582

You should say:

When it happened
Where you were stuck
What you did while waiting
And explain how you felt in the traffic jam

Part 3
How can we solve the traffic jam problem?
Do you think developing public transport can solve traffic jam problems?
Do you think the highways will help reduce traffic jams?
What are good ways to manage traffic?

62 Describe an occasion that you lost something

You should say:
What you lost
When and where you lost it
What you did to find it
And explain how you felt about it
Part 3
What kind of things do people usually lose?
What will people do when losing things?
Is it effective to offer rewards to find lost things?
What kinds of people may lose things often?

63 Describe a city that you think is very interesting

You should say:
Where it is
What it is famous for
How you knew this city
And explain why you think it is very interesting
Part 3
What advantages can tourism bring to a city?
Why do some young people like to live in cities?
Do most elderly people live in the city or in the countryside?
Do you think well-developed tourism will have negative effects on local people?

64 Describe a story someone told you and you remember

You should say:
What the story was about

31
IELTS PHAM HONG SON HOTLINE : 0562950582
 SPEAKING QUÝ 1/2025 IELTS PHAM3 2 HONG SON - ZALO
0562950582

Who told you this story

Why you remember it
And how you feel about
it

Part 3
Do young children like the same stories as older children?
How has technology changed storytelling?
Why do people tell stories to children?
Why do children like stories?

65 Describe a way/change that helps you save a lot of time

You should say:
What it is
How you implement it
How difficult it is
And explain how you feel about the
way/change Part 3
What can people do to save time?
Does technology help people save time? How and why?
Do you think parents should be responsible for teaching children to save time?
Do people who can manage time well become successful more easily?

66 Describe a rule you dislike and would like to change in the future
You should say:

What it is
What it is for
Why you don’t like it
And explain why you would like to change it
Part 3
What are the rules students should follow at school?
Are the rules at school good or bad? Why?
What rules should children follow at home?

67 Describe something you do to keep fit and healthy

You should say:
When you do it
Who you do it with

32
IELTS PHAM HONG SON HOTLINE : 0562950582
 SPEAKING QUÝ 1/2025 IELTS PHAM3 3 HONG SON - ZALO
0562950582

Why it is important to keep fit and healthy

And explain why it can help you keep fit and healthy
Part 3
How do children and old people keep fit and healthy?
What do people normally do to keep fit and healthy in your country?
How can parents help and guide their kids to keep healthy?
Do you think it is good for governments to utilize popular celebrities to help build
health awareness?

68 Describe something that was broken in your home and then repaired
You should say:
What it is
How it was broken
How you got it
repaired
And how you felt about it
Part 3
Are IT-related jobs valued more by society?
Is the quality of products worse than before?
What kinds of thing do people like to repair by themselves?
Why do people like to get their mobile phones repaired in specialized stores?

69 Describe a course that impressed you a lot

You should say:
What the course was about
Where you took the course
What you did during the course
And explain why it impressed you a lot
Part 3
Why do some people have a better memory than others?
Do people like things of memorial significance?
Which can help people remember things better, words or photos?
Can technology help people remember things better? How?

70 Describe a person you only met once recently and want to know
more about
You should say:
Who he/she is

33
IELTS PHAM HONG SON HOTLINE : 0562950582
 SPEAKING QUÝ 1/2025 IELTS PHAM3 4 HONG SON - ZALO
0562950582

When you met him/her

Why you want to know more about him/her
And explain how you feel about him/her

Part 3
How do people make friends in your country?
On what occasions do people like to make friends?
Is it important to have the same hobbies and interests when making friends?
What qualities make true friends?

71 Describe a gift you would like to buy for your friends

You should say:
How you knew your friend
How long you have known him/her
How you would choose a gift for him/her
And explain why you would choose that gift for him/her
Part 3
When do people normally send gifts to others?
Is it hard to choose a gift?
Will people feel happy when receiving an expensive gift?
Which do people give on traditional festivals, red envelopes or other kinds of gifts?

72 Describe a person who contributes to the society

You should say:
Who this person is
How you knew
him/her
What type of work he/she does
And explain why you think he/she contributes to the society
Part 3
What jobs are well-paid?
What are the changes in working conditions?
What are the impacts of the epidemic on the work environment?
Do you think younger people should be lower paid than older people?

73 Describe an ambition that you haven’t achieved

You should say:
What it is
Why you haven’t achieved it
What you are doing about it now

34
IELTS PHAM HONG SON HOTLINE : 0562950582
 SPEAKING QUÝ 1/2025 IELTS PHAM3 5 HONG SON - ZALO
0562950582

And how you feel about it

Part 3
What ambitions do children usually have?
Why are some people very ambitious in their work?
Why don’t some people have dreams?
How do people balance work and life?

74 Describe someone you really like to spend time with

You should say:
Who this person is
How you knew
him/her
What you usually do together
And explain why you like to spend time with him/her
Part 3
What kinds of people are easy to get along with?
How do leaders get along with their subordinates?
Do people have time for themselves nowadays?
Do you like talking with older people? Why?

35
IELTS PHAM HONG SON HOTLINE : 0562950582