IELTS Academic · Speaking

Speaking test: Describe a friend you have known since you were young

17 questions · 14 minutes · Speaking prompt

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Part 1: Part 1

Questions 1–12

The examiner asks you about yourself and familiar topics.

  1. 1 Do you live in a house or a flat?
  2. 2 What do you like most about your home?
  3. 3 How long have you lived in your home?
  4. 4 Is there anything you would like to change about your home?
  5. 5 What is your favourite season?
  6. 6 Does it rain a lot where you live?
  7. 7 Do you check the weather before going out?
  8. 8 Is there anything you would like to change about the weather in your area?
  9. 9 Do you enjoy shopping for food?
  10. 10 How often do you go to a shopping centre?
  11. 11 Do you prefer to shop alone or with others?
  12. 12 Is there anything you would like to change about shopping in your area?

Part 2: Part 2

Question 13

You have one minute to prepare, then talk for one to two minutes.

Describe a friend you have known since you were young.

You should say:

  • how you met
  • what you used to do together
  • how your friendship has changed

and explain why this friendship has lasted.

  1. 13 Describe a friend you have known since you were young.

Part 3: Part 3

Questions 14–17

The examiner asks more general questions linked to Part 2.

  1. 14 Is it easier to make friends as a child or as an adult?
  2. 15 How has social media changed friendship?
  3. 16 Can you be friends with someone you have never met in person?
  4. 17 Why do some friendships end?

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