IELTS TIME

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How often do you go to the library? What do you usually do when you are in the library? Do kids in your country often go to the library? Do you prefer to study at home or in a library? Would you ever like to work in a library? Why or why not? Do you enjoy going to the library? When was the last time you visited a library? Is there a library near where you live? Did you use the library a lot when you were a child? Do you think libraries are still important today?

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Do you think musical talent is something people are born with or something that can be developed through practice? How important is music in people’s everyday lives? Should music and singing be taught as compulsory subjects in schools? What benefits can learning music bring to children and young people? Why do you think some people are more interested in music than others? Do you think traditional music is still popular among young people today? Can music influence people’s emotions or behaviour? In what ways? Is it easier or harder to become a successful musician today compared to the past? Should governments spend money supporting musicians and artists?

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You should say who he or she is, when and where you listen to his or her music or singing, what kind of music or songs he or she is good at, and how it makes you feel when listening to him or her.

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In this lesson, we break down an IELTS Writing Task 2 opinion essay question:Some people think that dangerous extreme sports, such as skydiving and rock climbing, should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree?You’ll begin by listening to a short debate that presents both sides of the issue, helping you generate relevant ideas. From there, I guide you step by step through two high-level model responses:• a balanced (partial-disagree) essay• a complete disagree essay

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In this lesson, we break down practical vocabulary from our IELTS Speaking Shoes episode and show you how to use it naturally in the exam.

These are mostly words you may already recognise — the focus is on using them fluently under pressure, especially in IELTS Speaking Part 1. The vocabulary is organised by nouns, verbs, and adjectives to help you build answers more quickly.

Vocabulary covered:

NOUNS & NOUN PHRASES

footwear, sneakers / trainers, sandals, flip-flops, sky-high heels, stiff dress shoes, outfit, a shoe enthusiast, a compulsive shopper, blisters, an on-the-go lifestyle, the sweet spot

VERBS & VERB PHRASES

gravitate toward, lean toward, fall apart, splurge, go out of style, have the right pair on

ADJECTIVES & ADJECTIVE CHUNKS

discerning, look out of place, smart-casual, trendy, impractical, look decent, look appropriate, look stunning, put together, broken in

Use this lesson alongside the full Shoes episode to practise applying these phrases to your own IELTS Speaking answers.

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Do you like buying new shoes? How often do you buy shoes? How many pairs of shoes do you own? What kind of shoes do you usually wear? Do you have a favourite pair of shoes? Do you prefer comfortable shoes or fashionable ones? Is it important for you to wear the right shoes for different occasions? Have your shoe preferences changed since you were younger? Do you usually spend a lot of money on shoes? Where do you usually buy your shoes? Do you prefer wearing shoes or sandals? Are shoes important in your daily life?

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Do you like sharing things with other people? Why or why not? Have your parents taught you to share things? What kinds of things are not suitable for sharing? Have you shared anything with others recently? Is it common for people in your culture to share food? Is there anything you don’t like sharing? Why? Do you usually share your personal problems with friends or family? Do you think sharing is important for maintaining good relationships? Have you ever had a negative experience because of sharing something? Do you think people today are more willing to share than in the past?

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Why do some people enjoy trying new and exciting activities? Why are some people afraid of trying something new? Do you think young people are more willing to try exciting activities than older people?  What kinds of exciting activities are popular in your country? Do you think people today have more opportunities for exciting activities than in the past? Why are extreme sports becoming more popular nowadays? Do you think trying new activities can help people develop confidence? How can people make sure exciting activities are safe? Should schools encourage students to take part in adventurous activities? How does social media influence people’s interest in exciting activities?

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You should say what it was, where and when you tried it, who you did it with, and explain why it was so exciting.

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Are you generally a happy person? What usually makes you feel happy? Do you think happiness is important in life?  What do you do when you feel unhappy? Does spending time with family or friends make you happy? Are you happier now than you were in the past? What kind of activities make you feel relaxed and happy?  Do you think money can make people happy? Is it easy for you to feel happy? What makes people happy in your country?