SPEAKING QUESTIONS (MARCH)

STAGE1

Introduction
Talk about your hometown?
Does it have any historical significance?
Do you go for vacation?

STAGE2
Talk about a thing you have bought for which you had to save money
· What was it
· When did you buy it
· How long you had to save
· How happy/unhappy were you

STAGE 3
Should children be taught to save money?
How can you teach them?
Should children’s demand be fulfilled?
Does advertisement influence shopping
Do male and female have different shopping preference?
What factors influence shopping?

2)

STAGE 1
Introduction
History of hometown
Importance of museum
Should museums sell the items on display if they get good price?
What is the difference between the way festivals are celebrated in cities and in villages?

STAGE 2
Talk about a festival you celebrate in your hometown

· What is it
· When is it celebrated
· What is its importance

Stage3
Talk about any value/culture which your parents taught you and you will like to teach your children
Do boys and girls play the same sport in your country?
From where did you learn about your cultural beliefs and values?

WRITING TOPIC
Nowadays both parents are working. Does it have negative impacts on their family life. Give your opinion.
Support with relevant examples.

SPEAKING QUESTIONS (FEBRUARY,2011)

STAGE1


Introduction


Describe your hometown


what is the most interesting thing about your hometown


Do you like reading


what types of books do you read?


How much time did you spend for reading when you were a child?


Do you think the reading habits of children are decreasing these days?


Have you gifted a book to someone?


Do you enjoy shopping?


What kind of shops do you visit?


STAGE 2


Describe about an interesting animal you have seen

• what was it


• when did you see it


• why was it interesting

STAGE 3

What are the advantages of having pets?

Is it good to keep pets in cities?

What kind of animals do you see in your area?

Is it justified to use animals for scientific researches?

WRITING TOPIC

City planners design cities with the schools,offices,homes and shops in specific areaswhich are widely seperated from each other.
Do the advantages outweigh disadvantages for the city residents by this plan?

SPEAKING QUESTIONS( NOVEMBER)

STAGE 1

Introduction
Tell me about your hometown
Do you have a pet animal?
Do you like animals?
Do you think animals should be kept as a pet?
What is your favorite meal?


STAGE 2

Describe some kind of help which you have done for someone?
· What was the help
· Whom did you help
· How did you feel

SATGE 3

Where would you prefer your children to have food? In the restaurant or at home?
Do you like your profession?
What kind of work do you do in your work area?
Will you cook for your children?
Do you think more people should help people?

2. STAGE 1

what is your name?

Do you study or work?

Where is your hometown?

What is your favorite color?

Do you quite often dress up in this color?

STAGE 2

Describe a modern building you have seen:

• where have you seen it


• what is it like


• why is it important

STAGE 3

What do you prefer, modernor old buildings?

What should be the appearance of the building of your like?

Has structure of the building got anything to do with attraction?

Does it add to tourism?

WRITING TOPIC

In some countries like America and the U.K working days are getting increased in offices and work area which is the negative side to social consequences.
Do you agree or disagree with the statement.
Support with relevant examples.

SPEAKING QUESTIONS ( OCTOBER)

STAGE 1

Introduction
Tell me about your hometown
What are your leisure activities?
What kind of food did you like when you were a child?
Do you like to have them now too?
Do you prefer your children to eat the same food?


STAGE 2

Describe an exciting message you received through mail / phone

· What was the message
· When did you receive it
· Why was it exciting

SATGE 3

How do you like to receive your messages?
How has communication advanced through the years?
What are its advantages?
Are there any disadvantages of that too?

SPEAKING QUESTIONS SEPTEMBER

Stage1

Introduction
What is your profession?
What is the nature of your job?
What is your dream job?
Do you stay in a flat or an apartment?
What is the difference between flat and apartment?
What is your hobby?
Describe your home town?
Do you follow fashion?

Stage2

Describe something you have made yourself
· What is it
· When did you make it
· Why did you like or dislike your creation


Stage3

What is the meaning of handicraft?
What is the difference between handicraft and factory outlets?
Which gender prefers handicraft more, male or female?
Will you work in a factory outlet if given a chance?
What skills person should have while making food?
In future what will be popular, handicraft or factory outlets?


WRITING TOPIC

If richer country provides foreign help to poorer countries, it can show negative effects on them. Do you agree or disagree? Justify your opinion .give relevant examples.

Some people think long prison sentence is good to reduce crime; however some think the alternative methods are better. Discuss and give your opinion.
Give relevant examples.

IMPROVING READING SKILLS

Improving reading skills is most important for a candidate to perform better in IELTS reading. No matter what reading level you may be at the present time, you can improve your skills by increasing your reading speed as well as your level of comprehension. The following are few simple but important tips that help you improve your reading skills:

1. Make a habit of reading regularly. Read as many English books, newspapers and magazines as you can get your hands on.

2. When reading, learn to fixate on a larger group of words at a time. As a matter of fact, people often tend to fixate on one word at a time which makes reading slow and dull. The best way to improve reading is to pick up a large group of words (say about four or five) at a time; also avoid fixating on insignificant words like a, or, the, or, an etc.

3. Set aside a regular time to read. Studies show that regularly reading will produce significant gains in reading comprehension, vocabulary, and the decoding of words. For this you may require quite a good amount of time. Hence, before applying for IELTS, ensure that you have sufficient time for preparation.

4. Avoid lip movement while reading. It is a negative practice that tends to slow down your eye movement and thereby reduce your reading speed. Make your eyes and mind work more and minimize the usage of your mouth and lips. This will greatly enhance your reading speed.

5. Practice reading for at least 30 minutes a day, this will certainly improve your reading speed. Each time you practice, check your word count i.e. the number of words you had read in a minute. Simultaneously, analyze you comprehending skills by summarizing what you have read. Further, your chief objective is to read faster while improving comprehending skills hence use same type of reading material that provides consistency necessary for sensible practice.

6. Build a good vocabulary by keeping a dictionary handy, maintaining a list of new words, and knowing the origin of words.

7. Broaden your knowledge on various subjects by reading newspapers, journals, magazines, books, and using internet. You are not sure on what subject or topic you may get a reading passage in the IELTS exam, hence it is better to get acquainted with a wide range of subjects.

8. Finally, remember that you are reading for a purpose. So your primary focus must be on that specific purpose and how to do it quickly. If you lose interest take a break. Your efficiency greatly reduces upon reaching saturation point. Hence a shot break is absolutely essential. This simple technique helps you focus more and increase your concentration.

IELTS QUESTIONS (AUGUST)

STAGE 1

Introduction
Are you a student or working somewhere?
What type of job you are doing
What are your responsibilities at workplace?
If you get a chance to change your profession after 10 years, what profession wills you chose?
Do you like animals? Why
What kinds of animals do you like most?
Do you think animals should be kept as pet?

STAGE 2

Describe a movie you have watched recently

· Name of the movie
· When did you watch it
· Why did you like/dislike it

STAGE 3

Are cinemas good/bad for youngsters?
Do you think that movies have changed since past?
Do movies show the culture of a country?
Would you allow your kids to watch movie in the cinemas?
Technology will effect the movie in the future what do you think?
What is the difference between Hollywood and Bollywood movie?



WRITING TOPIC

The youth should be encouraged to visit different countries for their benefits. Do you agree or disagree with the statement.

Give relevant examples to support your answer..