IELTS Speaking Questions Generator

Ways to use this list

• Five minutes a day: draw one Part 1 card at breakfast and answer aloud with a reason and an example, then draw another.
• Mock test: draw five Part 1 cards, one cue card and four Part 3 cards in that order, with a friend timing each part.
• Study partners: one person draws the card and plays examiner, adding one follow-up "Why?" question, then you swap roles.
• Teachers: show the deck on the board for a speaking warm-up, and let pairs answer the same card for one minute while you listen in.
• Vocabulary: after answering, write down three words you wished you had used, then answer the same card again using them.
• Beyond the exam: for everyday things to talk about in any English class, try the random topic generator.

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The full list (54 entries)

• Part 1: What do you enjoy most about your studies or your job?
• Part 1: Tell me about the area where you live.
• Part 1: How do you usually spend your weekends?
• Part 1: Are you a morning person or an evening person? Why?
• Part 1: What kind of weather do you like best?
• Part 1: How often do you cook at home?
• Part 1: What did you enjoy doing as a child?
• Part 1: Do you prefer reading on paper or on a screen?
• Part 1: How do you usually travel to work or school?
• Part 1: Is there a colour you wear a lot? Why?
• Part 1: How often do you visit parks or green spaces?
• Part 1: What kind of music do you listen to when you relax?
• Part 1: Do you still keep in touch with old school friends?
• Part 1: What do you usually do after a busy day?
• Part 1: Do you prefer shopping in person or online?
• Part 1: Have you ever grown plants at home?
• Part 1: What is the best time of year in your hometown?
• Part 1: How much time do you spend on your phone each day?
• Part 2: Describe a skill you learned outside school – what it is, who taught you, how long it took, and why it is useful to you
• Part 2: Describe a place that was quieter than you expected – where it is, when you went, what you did there, and how the quiet made you feel
• Part 2: Describe a time you helped someone you did not know – when it happened, who the person was, what you did, and how you felt afterwards
• Part 2: Describe an object you own that you would never give away – what it is, how you got it, how often you use it, and why it matters to you
• Part 2: Describe a person who taught you something important – who they are, how you know them, what they taught you, and why it stayed with you
• Part 2: Describe a journey that took longer than planned – where you were going, why it took longer, what you did meanwhile, and how it ended
• Part 2: Describe a book or story that changed how you think – what it is about, when you read it, what you learned, and why it affected you
• Part 2: Describe a goal you are working towards – what it is, why you chose it, what you have done so far, and how you will know you have reached it
• Part 2: Describe a time you changed your mind about something – what it was about, what you thought before, what changed it, and how you feel now
• Part 2: Describe an outdoor place where you like to spend time – where it is, how often you go, what you do there, and why you enjoy it
• Part 2: Describe a meal you remember well – where you had it, who you were with, what you ate, and why you remember it
• Part 2: Describe a piece of technology you use every day – what it is, how long you have had it, what you use it for, and how life would be without it
• Part 2: Describe a celebration you enjoyed – what was celebrated, where it was, who was there, and why you enjoyed it
• Part 2: Describe a day when you were very busy – when it was, what you had to do, how you managed, and how you felt at the end
• Part 2: Describe a building you find interesting – where it is, what it looks like, what it is used for, and why it interests you
• Part 2: Describe a hobby you would like to start – what it is, why it appeals to you, what you would need, and how you would begin
• Part 2: Describe a conversation you had with someone older than you – who it was, what you talked about, where you were, and what you learned
• Part 2: Describe a team you were part of – what the team did, who was in it, what your role was, and what you learned
• Part 3: Why do some people learn new skills faster than others?
• Part 3: Should schools teach more practical skills, such as cooking?
• Part 3: How has technology changed the way families spend time together?
• Part 3: Is city life or country life better for older people?
• Part 3: Why do people keep things that have no practical use?
• Part 3: What makes someone a good teacher?
• Part 3: Are people less willing to help strangers than in the past?
• Part 3: How might the way people travel change in the next twenty years?
• Part 3: Why are parks and green spaces important in cities?
• Part 3: Should children have homework every day?
• Part 3: Is reading books still important when so much is online?
• Part 3: What are the advantages of working in a team rather than alone?
• Part 3: How do celebrations bring a community together?
• Part 3: Why do some people find decisions difficult?
• Part 3: Should old buildings be protected or replaced with new ones?
• Part 3: How do people's hobbies change as they get older?
• Part 3: Why is it useful to set personal goals?
• Part 3: What can young people learn from older generations?

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