IELTS Speaking: Part 1 Practice Questions – A

On this page you’ll find a collection of possible IELTS speaking questions for part 1 of the IELTS speaking test. Some of these questions have appeared in actual IELTS exam while others are similar and might appear in the real exam. You should not try to memorize questions or answers. Instead, your goal is to develop fluency, grammar, and topic specific vocabulary and idiomatic language so that you can answer any IELTS question easily and accurately.

All of the questions require you to use the language skills necessary to achieve a high band score in the IELTS speaking test. When you practice, you should try to be fluent. Therefore, the length of your answer will depend on how fluent you are.

For instance, if you struggle to speak, then you will score higher by providing short, concise, and accurate answers that are just one sentence long than long answers filled with mistakes and hesitations. On the other hand, if you have strong fluency, then you can provide answers that are 4-5 sentences long.

You should also try to use idiomatic language and vocabulary that are specific to the topic, paraphrasing words from the question where possible.

Topics starting with A

Accommodation

1. What kind of accommodation do you live it?
2. Do you like alone or with other people?
3. What is your favourite room in your home?
4. What would be your dream home?
5. How long have you lived in your current accommodation?
6. What do you like about your accommodation?
7. What do you normally do at home?
8. Would you change anything about your home?
9. How is your home decorated?
10. Does your home have a garden?

Animals

1. What is your favourite kind of animal?
2. Did you have a pet when you were younger?
3. Do you enjoy visiting the zoo?
4. Are you afraid of any kind of animals?
5. Do you prefer cats or dogs?
6. What kind of animals are popular pets in your country?
7. What do you like to do with your pet?
8. Are cities a good environment for pets?
9. Do you think children should have a pet?
10. Have you seen many wild animals?

Art

1. Are you good at art?
2. What is your favourite type of art?
3. Do you like to visit art galleries?
4. Did you enjoy art in school?
5. What kind of art is famous in your country?
6. What is your favourite piece of art?
7. Do you prefer modern art or traditional art?
8. Do you think graffiti is art?
9. Do you have any art displayed in your home?
10. Do you like to draw or paint??