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Speaking 기출예상문제
2025년9-12월 Speaking 기출예상문제
쉴드아이엘츠 Speaking 기출예상문제 2차
최경훈 Chris Choi
*주의 사항: 답안 중에 혹시 “in China"란 표현이 나오면 ‘in your country’라고 바꿔서 해석하시면 됩니다.
Part1
Happy things
Is there anything that has made you feel happy lately?
What made you happy when you were little?
What do you think will make you feel happy in the future?
When do you feel happy at work? Why?
Do you feel happy when buying new things?
Do you think people are happy when buying new things?
Holidays
Where did you go for your last holiday?
Do you like holidays? Why?
Which public holiday do you like best?
What do you do on holidays?
Do you like to spend your day at home?
Do you prefer a leisurely or a busy holiday?
Would you prefer an exciting holiday or a peaceful holiday?
Library
Do you often go to the library?
What do you usually do in the library?
Did you go to the library when you were a kid?
Do Chinese kids often go to the library?
Internet
When did you start using the internet?
How often do you go online?
How does the internet influence people?
Do you think you spend too much time online?
What would you do without the internet?
Encouragement
Have you had any achievements recently?
How do you feel when you are praised?
When was the last time you praised someone?
Do you think parents should often praise and encourage their children?
Have you ever been praised or encouraged by your teacher?
Small businesses
Do you know many small businesses where you live?
Do you prefer buying things from big companies or small businesses?
Have you ever worked in small businesses?
Have you ever thought about starting your own business?
Chocolate
Do you like eating chocolate? Why or why not?
How often do you eat chocolate?
Did you often eat chocolate when you were a kid?
Why do you think chocolate is popular around the world?
What's your favourite flavour of chocolate?
Singing
Do you like singing? Why?
Have you ever learnt how to sing?
Who do you want to sing for?
Do you think singing can bring happiness to people?
Outer space
Have you ever learnt about outer space and stars?
Do you like science fiction movies? Why?
Do you want to know more about outer space?
Do you want to go into outer space in the future?
List
Do you make a list when you shop?
Do you make a list for your work? Does it work?
Why don't some people like making lists?
Do you prefer to make a list on paper or your phone?
Cooking
Do you do some cooking or help your family cook at home now?
Did you do some house cleaning when you were young?
Do you have breakfast at home every day?
Do you want to learn how to cook well?
Do you think your home is clean and tidy?
What housework do you like or dislike doing?
Free time
Do you often have free time?
What do you usually do in your spare time?
Which day do you have more free time on, Saturday or Sunday?
Would you like to have more free time in the future?
Spending time by yourself
Do you usually spend time by yourself?
What did you do last time you were by yourself?
How do you usually spend your time by yourself?
Do you like spending time by yourself?
Writing
Do you write a lot?
What do you like to write? Why?
Do you think the things you write would change?
Do you prefer typing or handwriting when you are writing?
How often do you keep diaries?
What other methods do you use to record your life?
Weather
What's the weather like where you live?
Do you prefer cold or hot weather?
Do you prefer dry or wet weather?
Are you in the habit of checking the weather forecast? When and how often?
What do you think are the effects of climate change in recent years?
Would you like to visit other cities that have different climates from where you live?
Snacks
When do you usually eat snacks now?
Do you think it is healthy for you to eat snacks?
Did you often eat snacks when you were young?
What snacks do you like to eat?
Patience
Are you a patient person?
What is it that makes you feel impatient?
How do you feel when you have to do something for a long time?
Does your job require you to be patient?
Are you more patient now than when you were a child?
Machine
What is your favourite machine in your home?
Do you think washing machines and sweeping machines are important?
Do you read the instructions before using a machine?
Do you think it is important to read the instructions?
Memory
Are you good at memorising things?
Have you ever forgotten something important?
What do you need to remember in your daily life?
How do you remember important things?
Busy
Are you often busy?
Why are you busy?
When are you busy?
Are you busier now than when you were a child?
Puzzles
Did you do puzzles in your childhood?
When do you do puzzles, during your trip or when you feel bored?
Do you like doing word puzzles or number puzzles? Which is more difficult for you?
Do you think it is good for old people to do puzzles?
Thank you
Have you ever sent a thank you card to others?
Do people in your country often say ‘thank you’?
On what occasions do you say ‘thank you’?
Why do people need to say ‘thank you’?
Public transportation
What kind of public transportation do you usually take?
When do you usually take public transportation, in your everyday life or when you are travelling?
Do most people prefer public transportation in your country?
Did you take public transportation when you were a kid?
Will there be more people taking public transportation in the future?
Staying up late
Do you often stay up late?
Did you stay up late when you were a kid?
What do you do when you stay up late?
What does it feel like the next morning if you stay up late?
Name
Does your name have any special meaning?
How would you choose names for your next generation?
Does anyone in your family have the same name as you?
Are there any differences between how people in your country name their children now and in the past?
Are there any names that are more popular than others in your country?
Jewelry
Do you often wear jewelry?
What type of jewelry do you like?
Do you usually buy jewelry?
Why do you think some people wear a piece of jewelry for a long time?
Geography
How do you like geography?
Do you think geography is useful?
Have you ever learned geography?
Do you want to be a geography teacher?
Will you learn more about the geography of other countries?
Birthday
What do you usually do on your birthday?
What did you do on your birthday when you were young?
Do you think it is important for you to celebrate your birthday?
Whose birthday do you think is the most important to celebrate in your country?
Flowers
Do you love flowers?
Do you know anyone who loves flowers?
Are there a lot of flowers where you live?
Do you take photos of flowers in your daily life?
Do people in your country often send flowers to others?
Plans
Do you like making plans?
Do you use paper or your cellphone to make plans?
What are the benefits of making plans?
Why is it that some people don't make plans?
Text messages
How often do you send text messages?
Is sending messages popular in your country?
Did you send more messages when you were younger?
Do you reply to messages as soon as you receive them?
Part2/3
Sky
P2
Describe a time when you saw something in the sky (e.g. flying kites, birds, sunset, etc.) You should say:
What you saw
Where/when you saw it/them
How long you saw it/them
And explain how you felt about the experience
P3
Would people be willing to get up early to watch and enjoy the sunrise?
When would people watch the sky?
Do many people pay attention to the shapes of stars?
What do people usually see in the sky in the daytime?
What are the differences between things people see in the sky in the daytime and at night?
Why do some people like to watch stars at night?
Technology
P2
Describe a piece of technology you own that you feel is difficult to use. You should say:
When you got it
What you got it for
How often you use it
And explain how you feel about it
P3
What technology do people currently use?
Why do big companies introduce new products frequently?
Why are people so keen on buying iPhones even though they haven't changed much from one iPhone to the next?
Why do technology companies keep upgrading their products?
What changes has the development of technology brought about in our lives?
Does the development of technology affect the way we study? How?
Conversation
P2
Describe an interesting conversation you had with a very old person
You should say:
Who this person is
When and where you had the conversation
What you talked about
And explain why you think it was interesting
P3
How do people have a conversation with an elderly person?
What can young people learn from old people?
Do you think old people can work better than young people?
What are the advantages of having people of different ages living in the same house?
Has old people's life quality improved when compared to the past?
Do old people share the same interests as young people?
Outdoor activity place
P2
Describe a place you went to and an outdoor activity you did there.
You should say:
Where it was
When you went there
What outdoor activity you did there
Why you went there and did the activity
And explain how you felt about it
P3
What sports do young people like?
What kind of people do extreme sports?
Why are some people willing to try dangerous extreme sports?
Should people take more into account the risks that extreme sports may bring?
Why do people keep inventing new and slightly dangerous sports?
What risks are there in extreme sports, and who takes these consequences?
Someone's home
P2
Describe the home of someone you know well and that you often visit
You should say:
Whose home it is
How often you go there
What it is like
And explain how you feel about the home
P3
What are the differences between buildings in the city and in the countryside?
Do you prefer to live in the city or in the countryside?
What safety risks are there in residential buildings in cities?
Is it expensive to decorate a house or an apartment in the place where you live?
Do you think the location is a key factor in where people choose to live?
What is the role of plants in home decoration?
Teamwork
P2
Describe something that you did with someone/a group of people
You should say:
What it was
Who you did it with
How long it took you to do this
And explain why you did it together
P3
How do you get along with your neighbors?
How do neighbors help each other?
Do you think neighbors help each other more often in the countryside than in the city?
How do children learn to cooperate with each other?
Do you think parents should teach children how to cooperate with others? How?
Do you think it's important for children to learn about cooperation?
Singer
P2
Describe a singer whose music/songs you like
You should say:
Who he/she is
What genre his/her music belongs to
When/where you listen to his/her music/songs
And explain why you like him/her and his/her music
P3
What kind of music do people like at different ages?
What kind of music is popular in your country now and what kind will be in the future?
Do Chinese parents require their children to learn to play musical instruments?
Why do some people like to listen to live music while others prefer CDs?
Can anyone learn how to sing?
What should the government do to help people with musical talent?
Animal place
P2
Describe a place where you saw many animals
You should say:
When you went there
Who you went with
What animals you saw there
And explain how you felt about the place
P3
Why do stories and movies for children always feature animals?
How did animals help people in the past?
How do animals help us today?
Do you think people are more interested in animals now than they were in the past?
Why should we protect animals?
Do you think children love animals more than old people do?
Information search
P2
Describe a time when you needed to search for information
You should say:
What information you needed to search for
When you searched for it
Where you searched for it
And explain why you needed to search for it
P3
How can people search for information now?
What information can people get from television?
Do you think libraries are still important in the digital age?
Does the development of the Internet have any impact on some disadvantaged people?
How do people identify reliable information on the Internet?
Is it good if people could have more access to information in the future?
Relax place
P2
Describe your favorite place in your house where you can relax
You should say:
Where it is
What it is like
What you enjoy doing there
And explain why you feel relaxed at this place
P3
Why is it difficult for some people to relax?
What are the benefits of doing exercise?
Do people in your country exercise after work?
What is the place where people spend most of their time at home?
Do you think there should be classes for training young people and children how to relax?
Which is more important, mental relaxation or physical relaxation?
Ourdoor sport
P2
Describe an outdoor sport you would like to try for the first time
You should say:
What it is
When/where you would like to do it
With whom you would like to do it
And explain why you would like to do it
P3
What are the differences between indoor sports and outdoor sports?
What outdoor sports are popular in your country?
What sports are popular among elderly people?
Which outdoor sports are popular with children?
How does weather affect outdoor sports?
Which is more dangerous, team sports or individual sports?
Recommended place
P2
Describe a place in your country or part of your country that you would like to recommend to visitors/travelers
You should say:
What it is
Where it is
What people can do there
And explain why you would like to recommend it to visitors/travelers
P3
Is it important to take photos while traveling?
Can you trust other people's travel journals on the Internet?
What factors affect how people feel about traveling?
Will you go to a foreign country to travel because of the distinct landscape?
How can tourists have a good travel experience?
What kinds of comments do travelers typically leave online after a trip?
Sports event
P2
Describe a sports event that you would like to attend as part of the audience
You should say:
What it is
Who you want to watch with
Why you want to be part of the audience
And explain how you feel about it
P3
What kinds of sports events are broadcast on TV or other media in your country?
Do people in your country enjoy watching football games?
Do encouragement and applause from the audience have an impact on athletes? How do these affect them?
Which do people in your country prefer to watch, team sports or individual sports?
What kinds of sports are the most popular in your country?
Why do so many children like to watch basketball games?
Private house
P2
Describe a person's house/apartment that you think is very good
You should say:
Who this person is
What the house/apartment is like
How often you visit there
And explain why you think it's very good
P3
Why is it so expensive to buy a house or an apartment now?
Do many people spend a lot of money renovating and decorating their houses or apartments?
Is natural light important for a house or apartment?
What kind of houses or apartments do people prefer to buy?
First day
P2
Describe your first day at school that you remember
You should say:
Where the school was
How you went there
What happened that day
And how you felt on that day
P3
What would parents prepare when their kids go to school on the first day?
How do children socialize with each other?
Is socialization important for children?
What are the reasons for job change?
Are big companies better than small companies? Why?
What are the advantages and disadvantages coming along with changing jobs?
Website
P2
Describe a website that sells second-hand items
You should say:
What it is
How you found out about it
What people can buy from it
And explain whether you like it
P3
Some people think it's a waste to buy too many clothes for children. What do you think?
How do people usually handle the clothes they don't want?
Why do people buy second-hand clothes?
What problems will occur if people don't recycle?
Should the government encourage people to recycle items?
How do people in your country recycle various items they don't want?
Sports competition
P2
Describe a sports competition you watched
You should say:
What it was
When/where you watched it
Who you watched it with
And explain why you watched it
P3
What kind of competitions do people in your country like to watch? Why?
Do you think there should be more matches or competitions broadcast on TV?
What is the most popular sport in your country?
Do you think it is necessary to award prizes and incentives to athletes?
TV program
P2
Describe a program you like to watch
You should say:
What it is
What it is about
Who you watch it with
And explain why you like to watch it
P3
What programs do people like to watch in your country?
Do people in your country like to watch foreign TV programs?
What's the benefit of letting kids watch animal videos than visiting zoos?
Do teachers play videos in class in your country?
Do you think watching talk shows is a waste of time?
Do you think we can acquire knowledge from watching TV programs?
Online shopping
P2
Describe a problem you had while shopping online or in a store
You should say:
When it happened
What you bought
What problem you had
And explain how you felt about the experience
P3
What kind of customer service do you think is good?
What are the differences between shopping online and in-store?
What problems do customers often have while shopping?
What do you think customers should do when there are problems with products bought online?
Can customer complaints help improve product quality?
What do you think of people complaining when they buy poor quality goods at a low price?
Popular place
P2
Describe a popular place for sports (e.g. a stadium) that you've been to
You should say:
Where it is
When you went there
What you did there
And explain how you felt about this place
P3
Do young people like to do sports?
What are the benefits of sports for children?
Is it necessary to build public sports spaces?
What do you think of companies donating sports venues for poor children?
Is technology helpful for people to do sports?
Do you think local sports teams can help increase community connections?
Plastic waste
P2
Describe a time when you saw a lot of plastic waste (e.g. in a park, on the beach, etc.)
You should say:
Where and when you saw the plastic waste
Why there were a lot of plastic waste
What you did after you saw them
And explain what your thoughts were about this
P3
Do you think we should use plastic products?
How can we reduce our use of plastic?
What kinds of plastic waste are often seen in your country?
Why do people like to use plastic products?
What can the government do to reduce plastic pollution?
Do you think we can do without plastic altogether in the future?
City
P2
Describe a city that you have been to and would like to visit again
You should say:
When you visited it
What you did there
What it was like
And explain why you would like to visit it again
P3
What's the difference between the city and the countryside?
Some people say large cities are suitable for old people. What do you think?
Do you think it is possible that all of the population move to cities?
Do you think people in the countryside are friendlier than people in the city?
Are there any changes in your city?
What should the government do to improve citizens' safety?
Website
P2
Describe a website you often visit
You should say:
What it is about
How you found out about it
How often you visit it
And explain why you often visit it
P3
What are the most popular and least popular apps in your country?
What's the difference between the internet and television?
Why do some people like to read the news on the internet instead of getting it from TV?
Is the library still necessary? Why?
What kinds of people would still go to the library to read and study?
What are the differences between old people and young people when they use the internet?
Classmate/colleague
P2
Describe a person you have met who you want to work/study with
You should say:
Who this person is
How you met this person
How long you have known him/her
And explain why you want to work/study with him/her
P3
Why should children be kind to their classmates?
Can children choose their deskmates?
What matters most about a colleague's personality?
Are good colleagues important at work?
What kind of people are popular at work?
Are knowledgeable people popular at work?
Film
P2
Describe a film that made you laugh
You should say:
What it is
When you watched it
Who you watched it with
And explain why it made you laugh
P3
Do people like comedy?
Why do people of all ages like cartoons?
Why do some people like to make others laugh?
Should teachers tell jokes in class?
What kind of people like comedy?
Is it good to tell jokes in business activities?
Novel
P2
Describe a story or novel you have read that you found interesting
You should say:
When you read it
What the story or novel was about
Who wrote it
And explain why it was interesting
P3
Do you prefer to read e-books or printed books?
What kinds of novels are suitable for a film adaptation?
How does technology help people tell stories?
Why are mystery novels so popular nowadays?
Is there any difference between the popular novels now and those in the past?
Why do some people prefer reading novels to playing computer games in this digital world?
Difficult thing
P2
Describe a difficult thing you did and succeeded
You should say:
What it was
How you overcame the difficulties
Whether you got help
And explain how you felt after you succeeded
P3
Should people set goals for themselves?
How would you define success?
How can we judge whether young people are successful nowadays?
Are successful people often lonely?
What kinds of success can students achieve at school?
Should students be proud of their success?
Unusual clothes
P2
Describe a person who you think wears unusual clothes
You should say:
Who this person is
How you knew this person
What his/her clothes are like
And explain why you think his/her clothes are unusual
P3
What are the differences between clothes worn by old people and those by young people?
What kind of clothes do people wear in the workplace?
Do you think it is a good idea to buy clothes online?
Do you think young people wear unusual clothes more than other age groups?
Do you think that the style of the clothing is more important than its comfort?
What factors affect people's decisions when buying clothes?
Appointment
P2
Describe a time when you forgot/missed an appointment
You should say:
What the appointment was for
Who you made it with
Why you forgot/missed it
And explain how you felt about the experience
P3
Is punctuality important to people?
What do you think is a good way to record things? Why?
Which is more important, a work-related appointment or an appointment with a friend? Why?
If someone doesn't really like whom they are going to meet, they may deliberately miss their appointment. Is that true? Why?
Do you think people should remember family history?
How do people who are busy remember things they need to do?
Argument
P2
Describe an argument two of your friends had
You should say:
When it happened
What it was about
How it was solved
And how you felt about it
P3
Do you think arguments are important?
What do family members usually have arguments about?
Is it easier for you to have arguments with your family or with your friends?
Do you think people should change the way they think when having arguments?
When two people have an argument, do you think they should find a third party to ask for advice?
What qualities make a good lawyer?
Decision
P2
Describe a time you made a decision to wait for something
You should say:
When it happened
What you waited for
Why you made the decision
And explain how you felt while waiting
P3
What do people in your country often do while waiting?
Why do some people like a slow-paced life?
Is being patient good for people? Why?
Are people less patient now than people in the past? Why?
Why do children lack patience?
How can people become more patient?
Shop
P2
Describe a shop/store you enjoy visiting
You should say:
What the shop's name is
Where it is
How often you visit it
And explain why you like to visit it
P3
Do people in your country go to the shopping mall frequently?
How have people's shopping habits changed in recent decades?
Do you think shops and shopping malls will disappear in the future?
What are the differences between shopping in street markets and big shopping malls?
What are the differences in the shopping habits of different age groups?
What are the differences between shopping online and in-store?
Goal
P2
Describe a goal you set that you tried your best to achieve
You should say:
What it was
When you set it
What you did to achieve it
And how you felt about it
P3
Do people in your country set goals?
Do people usually set long-term goals or short-term ones?
Why is setting goals important in the workplace?
What is the difference between goals set by old people and young people?
How do people set goals?
Do you think people should have personal life goals?
Sharing
P2
Describe a time when you had to share something with others
You should say:
What it was
When it happened
Who you shared it with
Why you had to share it with others
And explain how you felt about it
P3
Do you think kids like to share? Why?
How can parents teach their children to share?
What do you think is the benefit of sharing for children?
Is there anything that parents should persuade children to share with others?
How can governments encourage shared transport?
Why is it important to share food with others during a celebration?
Advertisements
P2
Describe an advertisement you have seen that introduced a well-known product
You should say:
When and where you saw the advertisement
What the product was
How you liked the advertisement
And explain how you felt about it
P3
Where do we often see advertisements?
What are the benefits of advertising?
Are advertisements good or bad for children?
How does advertising affect people?
Do people pay attention to advertisements on public transport?
Do you think it is good to see the same advertisements everywhere?
Friends
P2
Describe a friend from your childhood
You should say:
Who he/she is
Where and how you met each other
What you often did together
And explain what made you like him/her
P3
Do you still keep in touch with your friends from childhood? Why or why not?
How important is childhood friendship to children?
What do you think of communicating via social media?
Do you think online communication through social media will replace face-to-face communication?
What's the difference between having younger friends and older friends?
Has technology changed people's friendships? How?
English lesson
P2
Describe an impressive English lesson you had and enjoyed
You should say:
What it was about
When you had it
What the teacher did
And why you enjoyed the lesson
P3
Why do people learn foreign languages?
What makes a good foreign language teacher?
Do you think grammar is important when learning foreign languages?
Is it interesting to be a foreign language teacher? Why?
What is the impact of information technology on learning foreign languages?
What effect will it have on the students if the teacher is impatient with them?
Conversation
P2
Describe an impressive and interesting conversation you had that you remember well
You should say:
Who you talked to
When and where you had it
What you talked about
And explain why you think it was impressive
P3
What topics do young people like to talk about?
Is it important to have good communication skills at work?
What are the differences between talking with friends online and face-to-face?
What are the differences between online and onsite meetings in a company?
Plan
P2
Describe a time when you and some other people made a plan to do an activity
You should say:
What it was
When and where you made it
What the activity was
And explain how you felt about the plan
P3
What kind of plans do young people often make?
Why can't people always follow their plans?
Why do people make plans?
Is it important to make plans?
Why do some people like to make plans while others just don't like to?
Are there any people who never make plans?
Inspiring
P2
Describe a person who inspired you to do something interesting
You should say:
Who he/she is
How you knew him/her
What interesting thing you did
And explain how he/she inspired you to do it
P3
What qualities make someone a role model?
Why should children learn from role models?
Who can influence children more, teachers or parents?
What kind of international news inspires people?
Besides parents and teachers, who else can motivate children?
Can online teaching motivate students to learn? How?
Children behaviors
P2
Describe a time when you saw children behave badly in public
You should say:
Where it was
What the children were doing
How others reacted to it
And explain how you felt about it
P3
What bad behavior do children usually have?
How should parents stop their children from behaving badly in public?
Are parents these days stricter than those in the past?
Whose influence on children is more important? Friends' or parents'?
Who is to blame when children have bad behaviors, the parents or the children themselves?
What effect does it have on children when their parents punish them for their bad behaviors?
Photos
P2
Describe a photo you took that you are proud of
You should say:
When you took it
Where you took it
What is in this photo
And explain why you are proud of it
P3
Why do some people like to record important things with photos?
What can people learn from historical photographs?
Is taking photos the best way to remember something?
Which is better, taking photos or keeping a diary?
When do people take photos?
Why do some people like to keep old photos?
Persuasion
P2
Describe a time when a person persuaded you to do something and you were happy about that
You should say:
Who he/she was
When/where it happened
What he/she persuaded you to do
And explain why you were happy
P3
What impact does advertising have on children and their parents?
What do parents often persuade their children to do?
Who do children listen to more, their parents or their teachers? Why?
What are some good ways to persuade children?
What advice should young people follow?
How do advertisements persuade people?
Disagreement
P2
Describe a disagreement you had with someone
You should say:
Who you had the disagreement with
What the disagreement was
What happened
And explain how you felt about it
P3
What do you do if you disagree with someone?
How can we stop an argument from escalating into a fight?
Who do you think should teach children to respect their teacher?
What disagreements do parents and children usually have?
Why do some people avoid arguing with others?
How do we show respect to others when we disagree with them?
Movie
P2
Describe a movie you watched recently and would like to watch again
You should say:
What type of movie it was
What it was about
Where you watched it
And explain why you would like to watch it again
P3
Where do people normally watch movies?
What are the differences between watching movies at home and in a cinema?
Are actors or actresses important to movies? Why?
Why are there fewer people going to the cinema to watch movies nowadays?
What makes a movie a blockbuster?
Why do people of different ages like different types of movies?
Making friends
P2
Describe a person you disliked at first but ended up being friends with
You should say:
Who he/she is
How you knew him/her
Why you disliked him/her at first but changed your mind
And explain how you feel about the experience
P3
What do you think of making friends online?
Is it a good idea to make friends with people who are much older than you?
Do you enjoy meeting new people?
Do you think friendship is important?
Why is it difficult for some people to make friends with others?
Do we benefit from having friends with different personalities?
Beautiful object
P2
Describe an object that you think is beautiful
You should say:
What it is
Where you saw it
What it looks like
And explain why you think it is beautiful
P3
Do you think there are more beautiful things now than in the past? Why?
What beautiful scenery spots are there in your country?
Why do you think people create beautiful things?
Where do you think people usually come into contact with beautiful things?
Do people in your country prefer listening to music to appreciating paintings and literature?
Why do many people go to scenic spots in person instead of just reading about them in books?
Skills
P2
Describe a skill (e.g. driving, cooking, etc.) that you think you can teach other people
You should say:
What it is
Who you would like to teach it to
What you should prepare first
How you can teach others
And explain why you think you are good at teaching this skill
P3
Should teachers be funny when they teach?
What qualities should teachers have?
Which do you think is more important, practical skills or academic skills?
Which age group is the best at learning new things?
What can be done to improve modern teaching methods?
What are the differences between online and face-to-face teaching?
Well-dressed friend
P2
Describe a friend of yours who is well-dressed and is good at dressing up
You should say:
Who he/she is
How you knew him/her
What his/her dressing style is
And explain why he/she dresses this way
P3
Do most people in your country prefer to buy clothes online or at the street market? Why?
Do you think young people know more about fashion and are better at dressing up than elderly people?
Do you think people would use clothing to show their identity?
Why do many people prefer to buy rather expensive clothes?
What are the differences between cheap and expensive clothes?
Why do some people care so much about their clothing?
Noisy place
P2
Describe a noisy place you have been to
You should say:
Where it is
When you went there
What you did there
And explain why you feel it's a noisy place
P3
Do you think it is good for children to make noise?
Should children not be allowed to make noise under any circumstances?
What kinds of noises are there in our life?
Which area is exposed to noise more, the city or the countryside?
How would people usually respond to noises in your country?
How can people consider others' feelings when chatting in public?
Important thing
P2
Describe an important thing you learned (not at school or college)
You should say:
What it was
When you learned it
How you learned it
And explain why it was important
P3
What can children learn from parents?
Do you think some children are well-behaved because they are influenced by their parents?
Is it necessary for adults to learn new things?
How can people learn new things?
Does the internet make learning easier or more difficult?
Can people acquire more knowledge now than before?
Money gift
P2
Describe a time when you received money as a gift
You should say:
When it happened
Who gave you money
Why he/she gave you money
And explain how you used the money
P3
Why do people rarely use cash now?
When do children begin to comprehend the value of money?
Should parents reward children with money?
Is it good and necessary to teach children to save money?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of using credit cards?
Do you think it's a good thing that more people are using digital payment?
Intelligent person
P2
Describe an intelligent person you know
You should say:
Who this person is
How you knew this person
What this person does
And explain why you think this person is intelligent
P3
Who do you think plays a more important role in a child's development, teachers or parents?
Do you think smart people tend to be selfish?
Are smart people happier than others?
What games can help children become more intelligent?
Do you think it is necessary for managers to share their experience with their subordinates?
Do you think an intelligence test is a must in company recruitment?
Growing plants
P2
Describe a person you know who loves to grow plants (e.g. vegetables/fruits/flowers etc.)
You should say:
Who this person is
What he/she grows
Where he/she grows them
And explain why he/she enjoys growing plants
P3
Are there many people growing their own vegetables now?
Do you think it's good to let kids learn how to plant?
What do you think of the job of a farmer?
What are the differences between traditional and modern agriculture?
What happened to the farmers' income during the pandemic?
How do people grow plants in cities?
Article
P2
Describe an article on health you read in a magazine or on the Internet
You should say:
What it was
Where you read it
Why you read it
And how you felt about it
P3
How do today’s people keep healthy?
Is it difficult to keep healthy?
Why can’t many people keep healthy?
Where can people find information about keeping healthy?
Do schools have the responsibility to provide health education?
What can parents do to help improve their children’s health awareness?
Wants
P2
Describe a time when someone gave you something that you really wanted. You should say:
What it was
When you received it
Who gave it to you
And explain how you felt when the person gave it to you
P3
Should employees have their own goals?
How should bosses reward employees?
What kinds of gifts do young people like to receive as rewards?
How should children spend their allowance money?
Why do people like shopping more now than in the past?
Do you think shopping is good for a country's economy?
Unusual building
P2
Describe an unusual but interesting building you would like to visit
You should say:
Where it is
What it looks like
Why you think it is unusual and interesting
And explain why you would like to visit it
P3
Why do some people choose to build houses by themselves?
What factors do you consider when choosing a house or an apartment?
Do you think a city's buildings affect its vibe or atmosphere?
Do you think old buildings should be preserved?
Famous person
P2
Describe a famous person you would like to meet
You should say:
Who he/she is
How you knew him/her
How/where you would like to meet him/her
And explain why you would like to meet him/her
P3
What are the advantages and disadvantages of being a famous child?
What can today's children do to become famous?
What can children do with their fame?
Do people become famous because of their talent?
쉴드아이엘츠 Speaking 기출예상문제
최경훈 Chris Choi
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Happy things
Is there anything that has made you feel happy lately?
What made you happy when you were little?
What do you think will make you feel happy in the future?
When do you feel happy at work? Why?
Do you feel happy when buying new things?
Do you think people are happy when buying new things?
Holidays
Where did you go for your last holiday?
Do you like holidays? Why?
Which public holiday do you like best?
What do you do on holidays?
Do you like to spend your day at home?
Do you prefer a leisurely or a busy holiday?
Would you prefer an exciting holiday or a peaceful holiday?
Library
Do you often go to the library?
What do you usually do in the library?
Did you go to the library when you were a kid?
Do Chinese kids often go to the library?
Internet
When did you start using the internet?
How often do you go online?
How does the internet influence people?
Do you think you spend too much time online?
What would you do without the internet?
Encouragement
Have you had any achievements recently?
How do you feel when you are praised?
When was the last time you praised someone?
Do you think parents should often praise and encourage their children?
Have you ever been praised or encouraged by your teacher?
Small businesses
Do you know many small businesses where you live?
Do you prefer buying things from big companies or small businesses?
Have you ever worked in small businesses?
Have you ever thought about starting your own business?
Chocolate
Do you like eating chocolate? Why or why not?
How often do you eat chocolate?
Did you often eat chocolate when you were a kid?
Why do you think chocolate is popular around the world?
What's your favourite flavour of chocolate?
Singing
Do you like singing? Why?
Have you ever learnt how to sing?
Who do you want to sing for?
Do you think singing can bring happiness to people?
Outer space
Have you ever learnt about outer space and stars?
Do you like science fiction movies? Why?
Do you want to know more about outer space?
Do you want to go into outer space in the future?
List
Do you make a list when you shop?
Do you make a list for your work? Does it work?
Why don't some people like making lists?
Do you prefer to make a list on paper or your phone?
Cooking
Do you do some cooking or help your family cook at home now?
Did you do some house cleaning when you were young?
Do you have breakfast at home every day?
Do you want to learn how to cook well?
Do you think your home is clean and tidy?
What housework do you like or dislike doing?
Free time
Do you often have free time?
What do you usually do in your spare time?
Which day do you have more free time on, Saturday or Sunday?
Would you like to have more free time in the future?
Spending time by yourself
Do you usually spend time by yourself?
What did you do last time you were by yourself?
How do you usually spend your time by yourself?
Do you like spending time by yourself?
Writing
Do you write a lot?
What do you like to write? Why?
Do you think the things you write would change?
Do you prefer typing or handwriting when you are writing?
How often do you keep diaries?
What other methods do you use to record your life?
Weather
What's the weather like where you live?
Do you prefer cold or hot weather?
Do you prefer dry or wet weather?
Are you in the habit of checking the weather forecast? When and how often?
What do you think are the effects of climate change in recent years?
Would you like to visit other cities that have different climates from where you live?
Snacks
When do you usually eat snacks now?
Do you think it is healthy for you to eat snacks?
Did you often eat snacks when you were young?
What snacks do you like to eat?
Patience
Are you a patient person?
What is it that makes you feel impatient?
How do you feel when you have to do something for a long time?
Does your job require you to be patient?
Are you more patient now than when you were a child?
Machine
What is your favourite machine in your home?
Do you think washing machines and sweeping machines are important?
Do you read the instructions before using a machine?
Do you think it is important to read the instructions?
Memory
Are you good at memorising things?
Have you ever forgotten something important?
What do you need to remember in your daily life?
How do you remember important things?
Busy
Are you often busy?
Why are you busy?
When are you busy?
Are you busier now than when you were a child?
Puzzles
Did you do puzzles in your childhood?
When do you do puzzles, during your trip or when you feel bored?
Do you like doing word puzzles or number puzzles? Which is more difficult for you?
Do you think it is good for old people to do puzzles?
Thank you
Have you ever sent a thank you card to others?
Do people in your country often say ‘thank you’?
On what occasions do you say ‘thank you’?
Why do people need to say ‘thank you’?
Public transportation
What kind of public transportation do you usually take?
When do you usually take public transportation, in your everyday life or when you are travelling?
Do most people prefer public transportation in your country?
Did you take public transportation when you were a kid?
Will there be more people taking public transportation in the future?
Staying up late
Do you often stay up late?
Did you stay up late when you were a kid?
What do you do when you stay up late?
What does it feel like the next morning if you stay up late?
Name
Does your name have any special meaning?
How would you choose names for your next generation?
Does anyone in your family have the same name as you?
Are there any differences between how people in your country name their children now and in the past?
Are there any names that are more popular than others in your country?
Jewelry
Do you often wear jewelry?
What type of jewelry do you like?
Do you usually buy jewelry?
Why do you think some people wear a piece of jewelry for a long time?
Geography
How do you like geography?
Do you think geography is useful?
Have you ever learned geography?
Do you want to be a geography teacher?
Will you learn more about the geography of other countries?
Birthday
What do you usually do on your birthday?
What did you do on your birthday when you were young?
Do you think it is important for you to celebrate your birthday?
Whose birthday do you think is the most important to celebrate in your country?
Flowers
Do you love flowers?
Do you know anyone who loves flowers?
Are there a lot of flowers where you live?
Do you take photos of flowers in your daily life?
Do people in your country often send flowers to others?
Plans
Do you like making plans?
Do you use paper or your cellphone to make plans?
What are the benefits of making plans?
Why is it that some people don't make plans?
Text messages
How often do you send text messages?
Is sending messages popular in your country?
Did you send more messages when you were younger?
Do you reply to messages as soon as you receive them?
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Sky
P2
Describe a time when you saw something in the sky (e.g. flying kites, birds, sunset, etc.) You should say:
What you saw
Where/when you saw it/them
How long you saw it/them
And explain how you felt about the experience
P3
Would people be willing to get up early to watch and enjoy the sunrise?
When would people watch the sky?
Do many people pay attention to the shapes of stars?
What do people usually see in the sky in the daytime?
What are the differences between things people see in the sky in the daytime and at night?
Why do some people like to watch stars at night?
Technology
P2
Describe a piece of technology you own that you feel is difficult to use. You should say:
When you got it
What you got it for
How often you use it
And explain how you feel about it
P3
What technology do people currently use?
Why do big companies introduce new products frequently?
Why are people so keen on buying iPhones even though they haven't changed much from one iPhone to the next?
Why do technology companies keep upgrading their products?
What changes has the development of technology brought about in our lives?
Does the development of technology affect the way we study? How?
Conversation
P2
Describe an interesting conversation you had with a very old person
You should say:
Who this person is
When and where you had the conversation
What you talked about
And explain why you think it was interesting
P3
How do people have a conversation with an elderly person?
What can young people learn from old people?
Do you think old people can work better than young people?
What are the advantages of having people of different ages living in the same house?
Has old people's life quality improved when compared to the past?
Do old people share the same interests as young people?
Outdoor activity place
P2
Describe a place you went to and an outdoor activity you did there.
You should say:
Where it was
When you went there
What outdoor activity you did there
Why you went there and did the activity
And explain how you felt about it
P3
What sports do young people like?
What kind of people do extreme sports?
Why are some people willing to try dangerous extreme sports?
Should people take more into account the risks that extreme sports may bring?
Why do people keep inventing new and slightly dangerous sports?
What risks are there in extreme sports, and who takes these consequences?
Someone's home
P2
Describe the home of someone you know well and that you often visit
You should say:
Whose home it is
How often you go there
What it is like
And explain how you feel about the home
P3
What are the differences between buildings in the city and in the countryside?
Do you prefer to live in the city or in the countryside?
What safety risks are there in residential buildings in cities?
Is it expensive to decorate a house or an apartment in the place where you live?
Do you think the location is a key factor in where people choose to live?
What is the role of plants in home decoration?
Teamwork
P2
Describe something that you did with someone/a group of people
You should say:
What it was
Who you did it with
How long it took you to do this
And explain why you did it together
P3
How do you get along with your neighbors?
How do neighbors help each other?
Do you think neighbors help each other more often in the countryside than in the city?
How do children learn to cooperate with each other?
Do you think parents should teach children how to cooperate with others? How?
Do you think it's important for children to learn about cooperation?
Singer
P2
Describe a singer whose music/songs you like
You should say:
Who he/she is
What genre his/her music belongs to
When/where you listen to his/her music/songs
And explain why you like him/her and his/her music
P3
What kind of music do people like at different ages?
What kind of music is popular in China now and what kind will be in the future?
Do Chinese parents require their children to learn to play musical instruments?
Why do some people like to listen to live music while others prefer CDs?
Can anyone learn how to sing?
What should the government do to help people with musical talent?
Animal place
P2
Describe a place where you saw many animals
You should say:
When you went there
Who you went with
What animals you saw there
And explain how you felt about the place
P3
Why do stories and movies for children always feature animals?
How did animals help people in the past?
How do animals help us today?
Do you think people are more interested in animals now than they were in the past?
Why should we protect animals?
Do you think children love animals more than old people do?
Information search
P2
Describe a time when you needed to search for information
You should say:
What information you needed to search for
When you searched for it
Where you searched for it
And explain why you needed to search for it
P3
How can people search for information now?
What information can people get from television?
Do you think libraries are still important in the digital age?
Does the development of the Internet have any impact on some disadvantaged people?
How do people identify reliable information on the Internet?
Is it good if people could have more access to information in the future?
Relax place
P2
Describe your favorite place in your house where you can relax
You should say:
Where it is
What it is like
What you enjoy doing there
And explain why you feel relaxed at this place
P3
Why is it difficult for some people to relax?
What are the benefits of doing exercise?
Do people in your country exercise after work?
What is the place where people spend most of their time at home?
Do you think there should be classes for training young people and children how to relax?
Which is more important, mental relaxation or physical relaxation?
Ourdoor sport
P2
Describe an outdoor sport you would like to try for the first time
You should say:
What it is
When/where you would like to do it
With whom you would like to do it
And explain why you would like to do it
P3
What are the differences between indoor sports and outdoor sports?
What outdoor sports are popular in China?
What sports are popular among elderly people?
Which outdoor sports are popular with children?
How does weather affect outdoor sports?
Which is more dangerous, team sports or individual sports?
Recommended place
P2
Describe a place in your country or part of your country that you would like to recommend to visitors/travelers
You should say:
What it is
Where it is
What people can do there
And explain why you would like to recommend it to visitors/travelers
P3
Is it important to take photos while traveling?
Can you trust other people's travel journals on the Internet?
What factors affect how people feel about traveling?
Will you go to a foreign country to travel because of the distinct landscape?
How can tourists have a good travel experience?
What kinds of comments do travelers typically leave online after a trip?
Sports event
P2
Describe a sports event that you would like to attend as part of the audience
You should say:
What it is
Who you want to watch with
Why you want to be part of the audience
And explain how you feel about it
P3
What kinds of sports events are broadcast on TV or other media in your country?
Do people in your country enjoy watching football games?
Do encouragement and applause from the audience have an impact on athletes? How do these affect them?
Which do people in your country prefer to watch, team sports or individual sports?
What kinds of sports are the most popular in your country?
Why do so many children like to watch basketball games?
Private house
P2
Describe a person's house/apartment that you think is very good
You should say:
Who this person is
What the house/apartment is like
How often you visit there
And explain why you think it's very good
P3
Why is it so expensive to buy a house or an apartment now?
Do many people spend a lot of money renovating and decorating their houses or apartments?
Is natural light important for a house or apartment?
What kind of houses or apartments do people prefer to buy?
First day
P2
Describe your first day at school that you remember
You should say:
Where the school was
How you went there
What happened that day
And how you felt on that day
P3
What would parents prepare when their kids go to school on the first day?
How do children socialize with each other?
Is socialization important for children?
What are the reasons for job change?
Are big companies better than small companies? Why?
What are the advantages and disadvantages coming along with changing jobs?
Website
P2
Describe a website that sells second-hand items
You should say:
What it is
How you found out about it
What people can buy from it
And explain whether you like it
P3
Some people think it's a waste to buy too many clothes for children. What do you think?
How do people usually handle the clothes they don't want?
Why do people buy second-hand clothes?
What problems will occur if people don't recycle?
Should the government encourage people to recycle items?
How do people in your country recycle various items they don't want?
Sports competition
P2
Describe a sports competition you watched
You should say:
What it was
When/where you watched it
Who you watched it with
And explain why you watched it
P3
What kind of competitions do people in your country like to watch? Why?
Do you think there should be more matches or competitions broadcast on TV?
What is the most popular sport in China?
Do you think it is necessary to award prizes and incentives to athletes?
TV program
P2
Describe a program you like to watch
You should say:
What it is
What it is about
Who you watch it with
And explain why you like to watch it
P3
What programs do people like to watch in your country?
Do people in your country like to watch foreign TV programs?
What's the benefit of letting kids watch animal videos than visiting zoos?
Do teachers play videos in class in your country?
Do you think watching talk shows is a waste of time?
Do you think we can acquire knowledge from watching TV programs?
Online shopping
P2
Describe a problem you had while shopping online or in a store
You should say:
When it happened
What you bought
What problem you had
And explain how you felt about the experience
P3
What kind of customer service do you think is good?
What are the differences between shopping online and in-store?
What problems do customers often have while shopping?
What do you think customers should do when there are problems with products bought online?
Can customer complaints help improve product quality?
What do you think of people complaining when they buy poor quality goods at a low price?
Popular place
P2
Describe a popular place for sports (e.g. a stadium) that you've been to
You should say:
Where it is
When you went there
What you did there
And explain how you felt about this place
P3
Do young people like to do sports?
What are the benefits of sports for children?
Is it necessary to build public sports spaces?
What do you think of companies donating sports venues for poor children?
Is technology helpful for people to do sports?
Do you think local sports teams can help increase community connections?
Plastic waste
P2
Describe a time when you saw a lot of plastic waste (e.g. in a park, on the beach, etc.)
You should say:
Where and when you saw the plastic waste
Why there were a lot of plastic waste
What you did after you saw them
And explain what your thoughts were about this
P3
Do you think we should use plastic products?
How can we reduce our use of plastic?
What kinds of plastic waste are often seen in your country?
Why do people like to use plastic products?
What can the government do to reduce plastic pollution?
Do you think we can do without plastic altogether in the future?
City
P2
Describe a city that you have been to and would like to visit again
You should say:
When you visited it
What you did there
What it was like
And explain why you would like to visit it again
P3
What's the difference between the city and the countryside?
Some people say large cities are suitable for old people. What do you think?
Do you think it is possible that all of the population move to cities?
Do you think people in the countryside are friendlier than people in the city?
Are there any changes in your city?
What should the government do to improve citizens' safety?
Website
P2
Describe a website you often visit
You should say:
What it is about
How you found out about it
How often you visit it
And explain why you often visit it
P3
What are the most popular and least popular apps in China?
What's the difference between the internet and television?
Why do some people like to read the news on the internet instead of getting it from TV?
Is the library still necessary? Why?
What kinds of people would still go to the library to read and study?
What are the differences between old people and young people when they use the internet?
Classmate/colleague
P2
Describe a person you have met who you want to work/study with
You should say:
Who this person is
How you met this person
How long you have known him/her
And explain why you want to work/study with him/her
P3
Why should children be kind to their classmates?
Can children choose their deskmates?
What matters most about a colleague's personality?
Are good colleagues important at work?
What kind of people are popular at work?
Are knowledgeable people popular at work?
Film
P2
Describe a film that made you laugh
You should say:
What it is
When you watched it
Who you watched it with
And explain why it made you laugh
P3
Do people like comedy?
Why do people of all ages like cartoons?
Why do some people like to make others laugh?
Should teachers tell jokes in class?
What kind of people like comedy?
Is it good to tell jokes in business activities?
Novel
P2
Describe a story or novel you have read that you found interesting
You should say:
When you read it
What the story or novel was about
Who wrote it
And explain why it was interesting
P3
Do you prefer to read e-books or printed books?
What kinds of novels are suitable for a film adaptation?
How does technology help people tell stories?
Why are mystery novels so popular nowadays?
Is there any difference between the popular novels now and those in the past?
Why do some people prefer reading novels to playing computer games in this digital world?
Difficult thing
P2
Describe a difficult thing you did and succeeded
You should say:
What it was
How you overcame the difficulties
Whether you got help
And explain how you felt after you succeeded
P3
Should people set goals for themselves?
How would you define success?
How can we judge whether young people are successful nowadays?
Are successful people often lonely?
What kinds of success can students achieve at school?
Should students be proud of their success?
Unusual clothes
P2
Describe a person who you think wears unusual clothes
You should say:
Who this person is
How you knew this person
What his/her clothes are like
And explain why you think his/her clothes are unusual
P3
What are the differences between clothes worn by old people and those by young people?
What kind of clothes do people wear in the workplace?
Do you think it is a good idea to buy clothes online?
Do you think young people wear unusual clothes more than other age groups?
Do you think that the style of the clothing is more important than its comfort?
What factors affect people's decisions when buying clothes?
Appointment
P2
Describe a time when you forgot/missed an appointment
You should say:
What the appointment was for
Who you made it with
Why you forgot/missed it
And explain how you felt about the experience
P3
Is punctuality important to people?
What do you think is a good way to record things? Why?
Which is more important, a work-related appointment or an appointment with a friend? Why?
If someone doesn't really like whom they are going to meet, they may deliberately miss their appointment. Is that true? Why?
Do you think people should remember family history?
How do people who are busy remember things they need to do?
Argument
P2
Describe an argument two of your friends had
You should say:
When it happened
What it was about
How it was solved
And how you felt about it
P3
Do you think arguments are important?
What do family members usually have arguments about?
Is it easier for you to have arguments with your family or with your friends?
Do you think people should change the way they think when having arguments?
When two people have an argument, do you think they should find a third party to ask for advice?
What qualities make a good lawyer?
Decision
P2
Describe a time you made a decision to wait for something
You should say:
When it happened
What you waited for
Why you made the decision
And explain how you felt while waiting
P3
What do people in your country often do while waiting?
Why do some people like a slow-paced life?
Is being patient good for people? Why?
Are people less patient now than people in the past? Why?
Why do children lack patience?
How can people become more patient?
Shop
P2
Describe a shop/store you enjoy visiting
You should say:
What the shop's name is
Where it is
How often you visit it
And explain why you like to visit it
P3
Do people in your country go to the shopping mall frequently?
How have people's shopping habits changed in recent decades?
Do you think shops and shopping malls will disappear in the future?
What are the differences between shopping in street markets and big shopping malls?
What are the differences in the shopping habits of different age groups?
What are the differences between shopping online and in-store?
Goal
P2
Describe a goal you set that you tried your best to achieve
You should say:
What it was
When you set it
What you did to achieve it
And how you felt about it
P3
Do people in your country set goals?
Do people usually set long-term goals or short-term ones?
Why is setting goals important in the workplace?
What is the difference between goals set by old people and young people?
How do people set goals?
Do you think people should have personal life goals?
Sharing
P2
Describe a time when you had to share something with others
You should say:
What it was
When it happened
Who you shared it with
Why you had to share it with others
And explain how you felt about it
P3
Do you think kids like to share? Why?
How can parents teach their children to share?
What do you think is the benefit of sharing for children?
Is there anything that parents should persuade children to share with others?
How can governments encourage shared transport?
Why is it important to share food with others during a celebration?
Advertisements
P2
Describe an advertisement you have seen that introduced a well-known product
You should say:
When and where you saw the advertisement
What the product was
How you liked the advertisement
And explain how you felt about it
P3
Where do we often see advertisements?
What are the benefits of advertising?
Are advertisements good or bad for children?
How does advertising affect people?
Do people pay attention to advertisements on public transport?
Do you think it is good to see the same advertisements everywhere?
Friends
P2
Describe a friend from your childhood
You should say:
Who he/she is
Where and how you met each other
What you often did together
And explain what made you like him/her
P3
Do you still keep in touch with your friends from childhood? Why or why not?
How important is childhood friendship to children?
What do you think of communicating via social media?
Do you think online communication through social media will replace face-to-face communication?
What's the difference between having younger friends and older friends?
Has technology changed people's friendships? How?
English lesson
P2
Describe an impressive English lesson you had and enjoyed
You should say:
What it was about
When you had it
What the teacher did
And why you enjoyed the lesson
P3
Why do people learn foreign languages?
What makes a good foreign language teacher?
Do you think grammar is important when learning foreign languages?
Is it interesting to be a foreign language teacher? Why?
What is the impact of information technology on learning foreign languages?
What effect will it have on the students if the teacher is impatient with them?
Conversation
P2
Describe an impressive and interesting conversation you had that you remember well
You should say:
Who you talked to
When and where you had it
What you talked about
And explain why you think it was impressive
P3
What topics do young people like to talk about?
Is it important to have good communication skills at work?
What are the differences between talking with friends online and face-to-face?
What are the differences between online and onsite meetings in a company?
Plan
P2
Describe a time when you and some other people made a plan to do an activity
You should say:
What it was
When and where you made it
What the activity was
And explain how you felt about the plan
P3
What kind of plans do young people often make?
Why can't people always follow their plans?
Why do people make plans?
Is it important to make plans?
Why do some people like to make plans while others just don't like to?
Are there any people who never make plans?
Inspiring
P2
Describe a person who inspired you to do something interesting
You should say:
Who he/she is
How you knew him/her
What interesting thing you did
And explain how he/she inspired you to do it
P3
What qualities make someone a role model?
Why should children learn from role models?
Who can influence children more, teachers or parents?
What kind of international news inspires people?
Besides parents and teachers, who else can motivate children?
Can online teaching motivate students to learn? How?
Children behaviors
P2
Describe a time when you saw children behave badly in public
You should say:
Where it was
What the children were doing
How others reacted to it
And explain how you felt about it
P3
What bad behavior do children usually have?
How should parents stop their children from behaving badly in public?
Are parents these days stricter than those in the past?
Whose influence on children is more important? Friends' or parents'?
Who is to blame when children have bad behaviors, the parents or the children themselves?
What effect does it have on children when their parents punish them for their bad behaviors?
Photos
P2
Describe a photo you took that you are proud of
You should say:
When you took it
Where you took it
What is in this photo
And explain why you are proud of it
P3
Why do some people like to record important things with photos?
What can people learn from historical photographs?
Is taking photos the best way to remember something?
Which is better, taking photos or keeping a diary?
When do people take photos?
Why do some people like to keep old photos?
Persuasion
P2
Describe a time when a person persuaded you to do something and you were happy about that
You should say:
Who he/she was
When/where it happened
What he/she persuaded you to do
And explain why you were happy
P3
What impact does advertising have on children and their parents?
What do parents often persuade their children to do?
Who do children listen to more, their parents or their teachers? Why?
What are some good ways to persuade children?
What advice should young people follow?
How do advertisements persuade people?
Disagreement
P2
Describe a disagreement you had with someone
You should say:
Who you had the disagreement with
What the disagreement was
What happened
And explain how you felt about it
P3
What do you do if you disagree with someone?
How can we stop an argument from escalating into a fight?
Who do you think should teach children to respect their teacher?
What disagreements do parents and children usually have?
Why do some people avoid arguing with others?
How do we show respect to others when we disagree with them?
Movie
P2
Describe a movie you watched recently and would like to watch again
You should say:
What type of movie it was
What it was about
Where you watched it
And explain why you would like to watch it again
P3
Where do people normally watch movies?
What are the differences between watching movies at home and in a cinema?
Are actors or actresses important to movies? Why?
Why are there fewer people going to the cinema to watch movies nowadays?
What makes a movie a blockbuster?
Why do people of different ages like different types of movies?
Making friends
P2
Describe a person you disliked at first but ended up being friends with
You should say:
Who he/she is
How you knew him/her
Why you disliked him/her at first but changed your mind
And explain how you feel about the experience
P3
What do you think of making friends online?
Is it a good idea to make friends with people who are much older than you?
Do you enjoy meeting new people?
Do you think friendship is important?
Why is it difficult for some people to make friends with others?
Do we benefit from having friends with different personalities?
Beautiful object
P2
Describe an object that you think is beautiful
You should say:
What it is
Where you saw it
What it looks like
And explain why you think it is beautiful
P3
Do you think there are more beautiful things now than in the past? Why?
What beautiful scenery spots are there in your country?
Why do you think people create beautiful things?
Where do you think people usually come into contact with beautiful things?
Do people in your country prefer listening to music to appreciating paintings and literature?
Why do many people go to scenic spots in person instead of just reading about them in books?
Skills
P2
Describe a skill (e.g. driving, cooking, etc.) that you think you can teach other people
You should say:
What it is
Who you would like to teach it to
What you should prepare first
How you can teach others
And explain why you think you are good at teaching this skill
P3
Should teachers be funny when they teach?
What qualities should teachers have?
Which do you think is more important, practical skills or academic skills?
Which age group is the best at learning new things?
What can be done to improve modern teaching methods?
What are the differences between online and face-to-face teaching?
Well-dressed friend
P2
Describe a friend of yours who is well-dressed and is good at dressing up
You should say:
Who he/she is
How you knew him/her
What his/her dressing style is
And explain why he/she dresses this way
P3
Do most people in your country prefer to buy clothes online or at the street market? Why?
Do you think young people know more about fashion and are better at dressing up than elderly people?
Do you think people would use clothing to show their identity?
Why do many people prefer to buy rather expensive clothes?
What are the differences between cheap and expensive clothes?
Why do some people care so much about their clothing?
Noisy place
P2
Describe a noisy place you have been to
You should say:
Where it is
When you went there
What you did there
And explain why you feel it's a noisy place
P3
Do you think it is good for children to make noise?
Should children not be allowed to make noise under any circumstances?
What kinds of noises are there in our life?
Which area is exposed to noise more, the city or the countryside?
How would people usually respond to noises in your country?
How can people consider others' feelings when chatting in public?
Important thing
P2
Describe an important thing you learned (not at school or college)
You should say:
What it was
When you learned it
How you learned it
And explain why it was important
P3
What can children learn from parents?
Do you think some children are well-behaved because they are influenced by their parents?
Is it necessary for adults to learn new things?
How can people learn new things?
Does the internet make learning easier or more difficult?
Can people acquire more knowledge now than before?
Money gift
P2
Describe a time when you received money as a gift
You should say:
When it happened
Who gave you money
Why he/she gave you money
And explain how you used the money
P3
Why do people rarely use cash now?
When do children begin to comprehend the value of money?
Should parents reward children with money?
Is it good and necessary to teach children to save money?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of using credit cards?
Do you think it's a good thing that more people are using digital payment?
Intelligent person
P2
Describe an intelligent person you know
You should say:
Who this person is
How you knew this person
What this person does
And explain why you think this person is intelligent
P3
Who do you think plays a more important role in a child's development, teachers or parents?
Do you think smart people tend to be selfish?
Are smart people happier than others?
What games can help children become more intelligent?
Do you think it is necessary for managers to share their experience with their subordinates?
Do you think an intelligence test is a must in company recruitment?
Growing plants
P2
Describe a person you know who loves to grow plants (e.g. vegetables/fruits/flowers etc.)
You should say:
Who this person is
What he/she grows
Where he/she grows them
And explain why he/she enjoys growing plants
P3
Are there many people growing their own vegetables now?
Do you think it's good to let kids learn how to plant?
What do you think of the job of a farmer?
What are the differences between traditional and modern agriculture?
What happened to the farmers' income during the pandemic?
How do people grow plants in cities?
Article
P2
Describe an article on health you read in a magazine or on the Internet
You should say:
What it was
Where you read it
Why you read it
And how you felt about it
P3
How do today’s people keep healthy?
Is it difficult to keep healthy?
Why can’t many people keep healthy?
Where can people find information about keeping healthy?
Do schools have the responsibility to provide health education?
What can parents do to help improve their children’s health awareness?
Wants
P2
Describe a time when someone gave you something that you really wanted. You should say:
What it was
When you received it
Who gave it to you
And explain how you felt when the person gave it to you
P3
Should employees have their own goals?
How should bosses reward employees?
What kinds of gifts do young people like to receive as rewards?
How should children spend their allowance money?
Why do people like shopping more now than in the past?
Do you think shopping is good for a country's economy?
Unusual building
P2
Describe an unusual but interesting building you would like to visit
You should say:
Where it is
What it looks like
Why you think it is unusual and interesting
And explain why you would like to visit it
P3
Why do some people choose to build houses by themselves?
What factors do you consider when choosing a house or an apartment?
Do you think a city's buildings affect its vibe or atmosphere?
Do you think old buildings should be preserved?
Famous person
P2
Describe a famous person you would like to meet
You should say:
Who he/she is
How you knew him/her
How/where you would like to meet him/her
And explain why you would like to meet him/her
P3
What are the advantages and disadvantages of being a famous child?
What can today's children do to become famous?
What can children do with their fame?
Do people become famous because of their talent?
Writing Task2-Academic 기출예상문제
쉴드아이엘츠 Writing Task2 기출예상문제
-Academic Module
최경훈 Chris Choi
Task2
Opinion
The government should spend money on children taking part in sports and art activities in schools, rather than sponsoring professional sports and art events for the public. To what extent do you agree?
Some people argue that too much attention and too many resources have been given to the protection of wild animals and birds. To what extent do you agree?
Nowadays, distance-learning programs have gained popularity, but some people argue that online courses can never be as good as those taken at a college or university in person. To what extent do you agree?
Many people consider shopping malls as great places to spend their leisure time and meet others. People in the past, however, visited shopping malls only when necessary. To what extent do you think this is a negative trend?
Intelligence is the most important quality for a leader. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that shops should not be allowed to sell food or drinks that are scientifically proven to be bad for people’s health. Do you agree or disagree?
Interviews form the basic selecting criteria for most large companies. However, some people think that the interview is not a reliable method of choosing whom to employ. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Countries should try to produce all the food for the population and import as little food as possible. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Developing countries should be encouraged to implement high tariffs to grow their local industries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Media coverage of violent crime frightens people and encourages criminals. Some people say it should be banned from newspapers and TV programmes. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some feel that the best way to ensure a happy home life for children is for parents to take a parenting course once a year. Others disagree. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
There are more and more older workers working in companies. Does this trend have more advantages or disadvantages for a company?
Nowadays, most countries are improving their standard of living through economic development. But as a result, some social values are lost. Do you think the advantages of the phenomenon outweigh the disadvantages?
In some countries, it is possible for people to have a variety of food that has been transported from all over the world. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Nowadays, it is easier for young people to have a credit card compared to the past. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
Some believe that research on family history is a useful thing to do, while others disagree. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Some believe secondary students should learn international news as a subject at school, while others think it’s a waste of time. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Many people believe that safe investments are better for their long-term future while others feel there is more value in risky investments. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Some people think that when recruiting, companies should aim to take on people who are innovative and able to work independently while others consider they should recruit people who are able to work in a team and follow instructions. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Nowadays, more people travel abroad for tourism than ever before. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Some argue that teachers should focus on academics more than motivating students. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Long distance flight consumes the amount of fuel that a car uses for many years and pollutes the air. Some people think that we should discourage non-essential flights, such as tourists travel, rather than limit the use of cars. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Today many teenagers rely greatly on technology when learning. Is this a positive or negative development?
Some believe that the government should support artists like musicians, painters, and poets, while others argue that this is a misuse of funds. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Some argue that schools should prioritize life skills such as working in teams and solving problems instead of traditional academics. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people argue that parents should have a strong influence on their children’s choice of friends and life partners. Others believe that young people should make these decisions independently. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In many places, people’s lifestyles are changing rapidly, and this affects family relationships. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think it is the responsibility of schools to teach children how to be good members of society. Others believe this should be taught by parents. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think rich countries should help poor countries by giving them money. Others think financial aid causes problems and that poorer countries should find other ways to get help. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
ome people believe that the purpose of education should be to help the individual become useful to society. Others say education should help individuals achieve their own ambitions. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
More and more people today are choosing to live alone. Do the advantages of people living alone outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think music plays an important role in society. Others believe music is simply a form of entertainment. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that the government should pay for health care and education, but others believe it is the individual’s responsibility. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
People in many cities are living in large apartment blocks. Does this development have more advantages or disadvantages?
Many people believe it is better for students to learn from a teacher in a classroom than to study online at home. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays many young people admire media and sports stars, even though they do not set a good example. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Some people think that in order to solve traffic and transportation problems, people should be encouraged to live in cities instead of suburbs or countryside. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think it is better for newly built houses to match the style of old houses in the local area, while others believe people should be allowed to build whatever style they prefer. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people argue that too much attention and too many resources have been devoted to the protection of wild animals and birds. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that public health is the responsibility of the government, while others believe that individuals should take responsibility for their own health. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Nowadays, people are exposed to a large number of advertisements. Do the positive effects of advertising outweigh its negative effects?
In many places, new homes are needed, but the only place available for building them is in the countryside. Some people believe it is more important to protect the countryside and not build new homes there, while others believe we should build houses wherever possible. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that public transport should be funded by the government so that it is free for users. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some employers value social skills more than qualifications when hiring. Do you agree or disagree that social skills are just as important as qualifications for success at work?
Some people argue that governments should focus on solving domestic issues, while others think addressing global issues is more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that adverts control what we purchase, while others think they are useful sources of information on products. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some countries have legal ages at which people can drink. Other countries believe not having strict laws is a better policy. Discuss both and give your opinion.
Some people believe that housing is a basic human right for all individuals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some feel that tourism endangers culture while others feel it is beneficial. DIscuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Some people think that the main benefit of international cooperation is in the protection of the environment, while others believe that businesses mainly benefit. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Too much emphasis is given for the education of students. More government money should be spent on free time activities for young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that young people should choose the jobs that they want, but other people think they should be more realistic and think more about their future. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Many young people's choice of future jobs is based on salary. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
More and more people are becoming seriously overweight. Some people think a solution can be to increase the price of fattening foods. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some feel that individuals today spend too much time following political news while others feel politics deserves greater attention. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Some people think technology development decreases crime, while others believe it actually encourages crime. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Health services are a basic necessity. However, private companies have made them quite costly for ordinary individuals. Do the advantages of private health care outweigh its disadvantages?
It is important for everyone, including young people, to save money for their future. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The working week should be shorter and workers should have a longer weekend. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that competition at work, at school and in daily life is a good thing. Others believe that we should try to cooperate more, rather than competing against each other. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Sports play a significant role in promoting physical and mental well-being. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people feel that the private lives of celebrities should not be openly shared by the media. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many cities, planners tend to arrange shops, schools, offices and homes in specific areas and separate them from each other. Do you think the advantages of this policy outweigh the disadvantages?
Individual greed and selfishness have been the basis of modern society. Some people think that we must return to older more traditional values such as respect for the and the local community in order to create a better world to live in. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Innovation is often driven by the pursuit of profit and economic growth. However, some argue that it should prioritize addressing social and environmental issues. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Everybody should donate a fixed amount of their income to support charity. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In today’s digital age, anyone with a smartphone can capture and share photographs. this accessibility to photography diminishes the value of professional photographers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, there is more and more competition for getting into university. Is this a positive or negative development?
The demand for coaching services has grown significantly in the digital age, with online coaching platforms becoming prevalent. Some now feel online coaching is a superior option to in-person coach. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Financial education should be included as a mandatory subject in schools to prepare students for managing money effectively. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think the manufacturers and shopping malls should sell fewer packaged products while others argue that people have the responsibility to buy products with less packaging. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that certain old buildings are more worth preserving than other ones. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many societies, there is a growing emphasis on individualism, with people prioritizing their personal goals and desires over collective interests. Is this is a positive or negative development?
Some argue that music mainly serves as a way for individuals to reduce their stress and anxiety. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that professional athletes serve as positive role models for young people, while others argue that their behavior both on and off the field can have a negative influence. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people feel that the private lives of celebrities should not be openly shared by the media. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Young people are often influenced in their behaviors by others in the same age group. Some argue that peer pressure is important while others feel it has distinct disadvantages. Do the disadvantages of peer pressure outweigh the advantages?
Virtual reality be used as a tool for therapeutic interventions and mental health treatments. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Schools should use films, computers and games instead of books. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, most countries can improve the standard of living through economic development, but some social values are lost as a result. Do you think the advantages of this phenomenon outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think eating meat is bad for health. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think everyone should be a vegetarian, because we do not need to eat meat to have a healthy diet. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Friendships that take place online are not as meaningful as those where people meet each other face to face. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that reading is always a good habit. Others feel it depends on which books a person is reading. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
Many people argue that restaurants should be required to disclose the nutritional information of the dishes they serve. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
The increasing availability of low-cost airlines now lets people travel around the world. Some feel this is a positive development while others think it is negative overall. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
In some countries, companies allow people to work from home. In others, people are still expected to work in an office. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The leaders or directors of organizations are often older people. But some people say that young people can also be leaders. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that violent films and video games have negative effects on people and should be banned. Others think that they are just relaxation sources. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
The media should include more stories that report good news. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that teachers should be responsible for teaching students to distinguish right from wrong and to behave ethically. Others argue that teachers should focus solely on teaching students academic subjects. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that children have the freedom to make mistakes, while others argue that adults should prevent them from doing so. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
If you want to be successful at work, you should have high-level computer skills. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that Mathematics is the most important subject for school children to study, while some disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that certain old buildings that are historically important in cities or the countryside should be preserved. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that modern communication technology is having a negative effect on social relationships. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The best way to protect the environment is to use local resources, such as food or building materials, rather than transporting resources from other places. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think rapid population growth in cities benefits people who live there, while others believe that it has negative impacts. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people think society could benefit more if more people study business than history. To what extent do you agree or disagree？
Some people say the fashion industry is bad for the environment, as it encourages consumers to buy new clothes all the time. Do you agree or disagree?
In the modern world, using animals for food or animal products, such as clothing and medicines, is no longer necessary. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people believe that reducing the income gap between the rich and the poor can lead to a happier society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Idea
Many people feel that media coverage has become increasingly biased today. Why is this? What can be done to fix this problem?
The increasing frequency of satellite launches and space debris is becoming a threat to the Earth. What are the main causes? What measures can be taken to address this?
In recent years, there has been a rise in the use of performance-enhancing drugs in sports. What are the consequences of doping for athletes? What measures should be taken to combat this issue?
Many adverts target children. What problems does this create? And how can these problems be solved?
More business meetings are being conducted online rather than person to person. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?
Today, many people do not know their neighbors. Why is this? What can be done about this?
The world has many towns and cities constructed in previous centuries that were more suitable and livable for people in those times than they are now. What problems will this cause? What can be done to solve these problems?
Eco-tourism often involves visiting remote and fragile ecosystems, which raises concerns about the impact on local cultures and indigenous communities. What problems can this cause? How can these problems be resolved?
In recent years, there has been a rise in the use of performance-enhancing drugs in sports. What are the consequences of doping for athletes? What measures should be taken to combat this issue?
Environmental damage is a problem in most countries. What is the cause of this damage? What should be done about this problem?
The rise of social media platforms has made it easier for people to vent their frustrations and complaints publicly. What is the consequence of this trend? Is there any benefit to expressing complaints on social media?
In many countries, the number of animals and plants is declining. Why do you think this is happening? How can this issue be solved?
In many societies, there is a growing emphasis on sustainable living and reducing environmental impact. What are the challenges of adopting a sustainable lifestyle? What practical actions can individuals take to contribute to sustainability?
Fewer young people play sports these days. Why is this? What can be done to encourage more young people to do sports?
In many countries, the number of visitors to art galleries has been declining steadily. What are the possible reasons? How can we solve this problem?
Many schoolchildren dislike learning maths. What are the reasons, and what are the best ways to make them enjoy maths?
In some countries worldwide, men and women have children at a later age than in the past. What are the reasons for this development? What are the effects on society and family life?
Nowadays, not enough students choose science subjects at university in many countries. Why is this? What effects does this have on society?
Some young people like to copy the behaviour and clothes of famous people today. Why might this be the case? What problems can it cause?
In some parts of the world traditional festivals and celebrations have disappeared or are disappearing. What problems is this causing? What measures could be taken to counter this situation?
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In many workplaces, creativity and imagination are becoming more valued than technical expertise. Why is this the case? Is this a positive or negative development?
An increasing number of developing countries are expanding their tourist industries. Why do you think this is happening? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
In many countries, young people move from rural areas to cities for work or study. What are the reasons for this, and do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
In numerous nations, there is a growing trend for individuals to frequently discuss financial matters, such as their earnings or expenditures, in everyday conversation. What are the reasons behind this phenomenon? Is it advantageous or detrimental?
In many countries, people increasingly talk about money such as how much they earn or how much they pay for things in their daily conversations. Why? Is this a positive or negative trend?
Some people choose to have their first child at an older age. What are the reasons? Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Fewer and fewer people today write by hand using a pen or pencil. What are the reasons for this? Is this a positive or a negative development?
In more and more countries, people give money on special occasions rather than personally giving gifts. Why might this be the case? Is it a positive or negative development?
An increasing number of people are changing careers during their working life. What do you think are the reasons for this? Do you think this is a positive or negative development for society?
Nowadays, more and more people want to get things done instantly (such as services, information, and tasks). Why is this? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Online currencies have become more common in recent years. Why is this? Is this a positive or negative development?
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