IELTS Speaking / Practice Test 8
IELTS Speaking Practice Test 8: Parts 1, 2 and 3 (Free)
This free IELTS Speaking Practice Test 8 has all three parts. Hear each question, then answer out loud. In the test, your answers are recorded.
Press the speaker to hear the examiner. Then answer out loud, as in the real test.
IELTS Speaking Practice Test 8 · Part 1
Part 1: questions about you
4 to 5 minutes.
Let's talk about animals. Do you have any pets?
Which animals are popular as pets in your country?
Could you see yourself working with animals one day?
Now let's talk about breakfast. What do you usually have for breakfast?
Do you ever skip breakfast?
Is breakfast considered an important meal in your country?
Do you ever go out for breakfast?
Let's move on to talk about humour. What kinds of things make you laugh?
Who is the funniest person you know?
Is it important for friends to share the same sense of humour?
How to answer
- Answer in two or three sentences: your answer, a reason and an example.
- Speak naturally. Short answers like “Yes” are too short.
IELTS Speaking Practice Test 8 · Part 2
Part 2: talk about a topic
1 minute to prepare, then talk for 1 to 2 minutes.
Describe a difficult decision that you had to make.
You should say:
- what the decision was
- when you had to make it
- what options you had
and and explain why the decision was difficult.
Then the examiner may ask:
Are you happy with the decision you made?
How to answer
- Use the minute to write key words for each point, not full sentences.
- Talk for the full two minutes. If you stop early, add a story or a feeling.
IELTS Speaking Practice Test 8 · Part 3
Part 3: a discussion
4 to 5 minutes.
Let's consider first of all making decisions. What makes some people slow to reach decisions?
Should young people choose their careers without their parents' help?
Is it better to make important decisions quickly or slowly?
Now let's talk about getting advice. When they need advice, who do most people in your country ask?
How can parents help children learn to make good choices?
Do you think people rely too much on the internet for advice?
How to answer
- Give your view, say why, and give an example.
- Talk about people in general, not only about yourself.
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