На этой странице показан перечень некоторых заданий по Writing и Speaking с официальных экзаменов в январе 2018 года в разных странах мира. Используйте их для подготовки! Темами делятся люди, сдававшие IELTS. Мы даем свои комментарии на особенно интересные и каверзные, на наш взгляд, темы.
Конечно, не стоит надеяться на то, что эти темы будут повторяться на будущих экзаменах (хотя кто знает), но помните, что чем больше тем вы проработаете, тем понятнее вам станет формат IELTS и тем подкованнее вы будете. Тематика по сути имеет свои пределы, и, возможно, темы их подобных сфер жизни могут оказаться на вашем экзамене!
Указанные темы взяты с отличного англоязычного сайта для подготовки к IELTS www.ielts-blog.com. Для вашего удобства я собрал темы в один пост.
IELTS WRITING
Writing task 2 (Sri Lanka)
In many countries senior positions have higher salaries compared to those of young workers of the same company. Some people think this isn’t justified. Do you agree or disagree?
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Заработные платы у сотрудников на высоких должностях выше зарплат молодых сотрудников в той же компании. Некоторые люди полагают, что это несправедливо. Согласны или нет?
Рассмотрим позицию тех, кто согласен, и тех, кто не согласен
Более высокие зарплаты на высоких должностях оправданы
(1) у сотрудников на высоких должностях сложнее задачи и больше ответственности, поэтому размер оплаты труда оправданно выше
(2) опыт работы таких сотрудников зачастую шире, чем опыт молодых сотрудников
Более высокие зарплаты на высоких должностях не всегда оправданы
(1) молодым сотрудникам нужно платить соразмерно, чтобы удержать их в компании
(2) молодые сотрудники могут привнести в компанию передовые и современные знания и навыки, которых нет у старших сотрудников, и поэтому их зарплата должна не уступать зарплате тех, кто на высоких должностях
Мое мнение:
такая разница в оплате труда вполне оправдана, потому что молодой сотрудник должен показать себя в работе и пойти вверх по карьерной лестнице перед тем, как получить более высокий оклад.
Writing task 2 (Australia)
Some people think that air travel should grow without a limit, while others believe that governments should limit it. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
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Рост индустрии путешествий по воздуху не должен ограничиваться или все же государство должно ставить ограничения? Нужно обсудить эти две позиции и дать свое мнение.
Рост сектора air travel не нужно ограничивать
(1) рост этого сектора стимулирует приток туристов и вносит вклад в развитие экономики страны
(2) при условии удобного географического положения страны авиация может стать важным источником доходов с помощью транзитных пассажиров
Государство должно ставить ограничения на рост этого сектора
(1) беспокойство касательно негативного влияния авиации на экологию
(2) государство должно регулировать этот сектор, чтобы на рынке был только качественный продукт
Мое мнение:
оба мнения имеют право на существование в наше время, но я за то, что не нужно ограничивать рост сферы воздушных путешествий, потому что это положительно влияет на экономику.
Writing task 2 (Australia)
Nowadays many business meetings and training are happening online and not in real offices. Do you think advantages outweigh the disadvantages in this matter?
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Деловые встречи и тренинги в наше время проходят онлайн, а не вживую. Это хорошо или плохо?
Плюсы от встреч и тренингов онлайн:
(1) возможность собрать в одном месте людей из разных часовых поясов и делать совместную работу
(2) возможность размещать онлайн материалы встреч и учебные курсы для последующего их изучения
Минусы от встреч и тренингов онлайн:
(1) встречи – могут быть технические ограничения (недостаточная скорость интернета или отсутствие доступа к необходимому оборудованию или нехватка технических навыков)
(2) тренинги – нет живого контакта между тренером и участниками тренинга, чтобы выяснить более подробно нужды участников
Мое мнение:
плюсы все же перевешивают минусы, потому что такого рода мероприятия позволяют сэкономить время и деньги, и указанные выше минусы постепенно стираются по мере того, как все больше людей осознают удобство онлайн-коммуникаций.
Writing task 2 (India)
Some people think that giving homework to students is not a good idea. Others believe that homework is good and helps students achieve better grades. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
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Домашнее задание – это эффективно или нет? Нужно рассмотреть две точки зрения, а затем дать свое мнение.
Доводы в пользу домашнего задания:
(1) это возможность попрактиковать полученные навыки, на что не хватает времени на занятии
(2) домашнее задание может приучать к самообразованию
Доводы против домашнего задания:
(1) учебу и личное время следует разграничивать, и одна не должна смешиваться с другим
(2) домашнюю работу многие рассматривают как скучное занятие и поэтому ее мало кто делает
Мое мнение:
домашняя работа нужна, но ее объем и особенности должны регулироваться таким образом, чтобы не перегружать учащегося и давать ему право на личное время.
Writing task 2 (UK)
Some people say it is the government’s responsibility to fund school buses, while others think parents should be responsible for bringing their kids to school. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
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Два мнения о том, кто должен отвечать за то, как дети будут добираться в школу: на школьных (государственных) автобусах или на машинах родителей.
Государство должно финансировать систему школьных автобусов – почему?
(1) это облегчит задачу родителей, которые заняты на работе или не имеют личного автотранспорта.
(2) система автобусов важна для школ в отдаленных районах, где школа находится далеко от места жительства учащихся.
Родители должны сами привозить своих детей в школу – почему?
(1) родители контролируют безопасность своих детей на дороге.
(2) родители и дети не привязаны к четкому расписанию движения школьных автобусов, что может делать график более гибким.
Мое мнение:
Должен быть выбор – в некоторых вышеуказанных ситуациях без школьного автобуса не обойтись, но для некоторых родителей самостоятельная доставка своих детей в школу может быть единственно верным вариантом.
Writing task 2 (Malta)
Some people believe that children’s success in adulthood is related to the way they have been raised by their parents. Do you agree or disagree? Give your own opinion and examples.
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Успех детей во взрослой жизни определяется тем, как их воспитывают родители. Согласны или нет?Наверное, стоит рассмотреть обе стороны.
Успешная жизнь ребенка в будущем зависит от воспитания – почему?
(1) ребенок имитирует поведение родителей, и есть мнение, что у успешных родителей часто вырастают успешные дети
(2) родители не только своими советами и воспитанием создают основу для успеха, но и организуют соответствующие условия для развития ребенка (обучение, развитие талантов, путешествия)
Успешная жизнь ребенка в будущем НЕ зависит от воспитания – почему?
(1) часты случаи, когда дети успешных родителей не повторяют примера родителей – избалованные дети
(2) успех зависит не только от семьи, но и от характера ребенка, а также от окружения вне семьи (школа, друзья)
Мое мнение:
На достижение успеха ребенком в будущем может как влиять, так и не влиять воспитание родителей. Часто склонность к успеху определяется совокупностью факторов – воспитания, достаток, условия для развития, а также окружение.
Writing task 2 (USA)
In some countries younger people are increasingly losing interest in teaching. Why is this happening? What can be done to improve the situation? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own experience.
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В некоторых странах падает интерес молодежи к педагогической профессии. Почему это происходит? Что можно сделать, чтобы исправить ситуацию?
Почему молодежь не хочет работать педагогами?
(1) в эру технологий более востребованы профессии технического характера в силу возможности более высокого заработка
(2) роль учителя в учебном классе постепенно стирается, уступая место интернету и его безбрежным ресурсам для самообразования
Что можно сделать, чтобы исправить ситуацию?
(1) государство должно создать условия, которые смогли бы стимулировать молодежь выбирать такие профессии – достойная оплата труда, техническая оснащенность, инновационные методики преподавания
(2) развитие онлайн-образования, за которым стояли бы талантливые и амбициозные специалисты, которые совмещали бы в себе как педагогические, так и технические знания.
Мое мнение:
Резюме – профессия учителя непопулярна ввиду появления новых профессий и идеалов, с ними связанных. Решить проблему можно путем того, чтобы сделать систему образования более гибкой и основанной на технологиях, потому что именно ими можно привлечь внимание учащихся.
IELTS SPEAKING
Speaking test (Nigeria)
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– How far is your home from this place (the exam venue)?
– How long have you been living there?
– Do you use a dictionary? Why?
– Do you prefer an online dictionary or a printed one? Why?
– Can you tell me about some interesting places in your country?
Cue Card
Talk about a major river in your country. Please say
– Describe the river.
– Where is it located?
– Why is it important for your country?
Discussion
– What are interesting activities around the river area?
– What do you think about the commercialization of the ocean or rivers?
Speaking test (Sri Lanka)
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– When do people give presents in your culture?
– Do you enjoy selecting gifts for others? Why?
– What was the last gift that you received?
– Who was it from?
– What was the occasion?
– Have you received any gift that you didn’t like?
Cue Card
Describe an activity you enjoy doing with an elder family member. Please say
– What is the activity?
– How often do you do this?
– Why do you enjoy doing this?
Discussion
– What relationship do the younger and older people have in your culture?
– What does the younger generation think about relationships with their elders?
– Did it change compared to the past?
– How important is it to keep the whole family together?
Speaking test (India)
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Which city are you from?
– Show me your ID, please.
– How far is this place (the exam venue) from your current place of residence?
– What do you think about your part of town?
– Have you been living there for a long time?
– Do you like to travel?
– Do you fly often?
– Are these flights long?
Cue Card
Talk about an unusual food that you had. Please say
– What food is this?
– Where did you have it?
– When did you have it?
– Who was there with you?
Discussion
– Do you think the nature of your job has changed?
– Do you think it will continue to change in the future?
– What do you think about the fast food trend?
– Do you think science and technology affected food and agriculture in a positive or a negative way?
– What do you think is the impact of the ability to transport the food over long distances?
– Do you think technology has also affected the food that we have traditionally been cooking at home?
Speaking test (India)
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What is your job profile?
– Did you require any training for this job?
– In the future would you like to get any training or courses from your company?
– What is the meaning of your name?
– Who is giving a name to a newborn in your community?
– Is there any function on the day when a baby get his/her name?
– In your culture are there any common names?
– Why do people give common names to their children?
Cue Card
Talk about activities that you are doing to keep yourself fit. Please say
– What are they?
– Why do you do them?
– How do you feel after doing them?
Discussion
– Do you think younger or older people are doing more physical activities to keep themselves fit?
– Is it a government’s or individual’s responsibility to keep their body in a good shape?
– In your society do you think the government is responsible for educating people about healthy life style?
– Do you think people prefer meditation or Yoga activities nowadays?
Speaking test (India)
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What do you do?
– What transport do you use?
– Would you like to travel by bus in the future?
– Do you prefer bus or metro to commute?
Cue Card
Talk about a place where lots of people come together. Please say
– What is this place?
– When did you last go to such a place?
– Did you enjoy it? Why?
Discussion
– Who did you go there with?
– What kind of places do young people like to visit?
– Why do people go to such places?
– Do you like going to crowded places?
– Why or why not?
– Is negotiating with a crowd difficult?
Speaking test (UAE)
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– What can I call you?
– Where are you from?
– Tell me about the part of your country where you live.
– What do you like about the place where you live?
– How was your first day at high school?
– Who was your favorite teacher? Why?
Cue Card
Talk about a car trip that you took. Please say
– Where did you go?
– What was the purpose of the trip?
– Who was there with you?
– Why do you still remember this trip?
Discussion
– How often do you travel by car?
– How good is the transportation system in your country?
– How can it be improved?
– Do you think doing so will reduce pollution?
– If the transportation system were improved, would more people use it?
Speaking test (Indonesia)
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What do you do?
– Where is your hometown?
– How did you get to this place from your home?
– Was it an easy trip?
– How do you get to work?
– What do you usually do at home?
– What do you do on your way to work?
Cue Card
Talk about a traditional product which is very popular in your country. Please say
– What is the product?
– How is it made?
– Why is it so popular?
Discussion
– Do people have to read about places they want to travel to?
– Why is it so?
– What do you prefer, traditional or modern products?
Speaking test (India)
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What do you do?
– Do you like music?
– What kind of music do you listen to?
– Do you buy music on CDs or download it? Why?
Cue Card
Talk about a public place that you think needs improvement. Please say
– What place is this?
– Where is it located?
– Why does it need improvement?
– What kind of improvement does it need?
Discussion
– What kind of public places are there in your hometown?
– What kind of public places do older and younger people like?
– Should the government invest more money in public places?
– What is the difference between the city and the countryside?
– Why do more and more people migrate from countryside to the city?
Speaking test (Australia)
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What kind of work do you do?
Cue Card
Describe a person who is the best parent you know. Please say
– who is the person?
– what are his/her characteristics?
– what makes him/her the best parent?
Discussion
– What does parenting mean to you?
– What is the value of parenting for teenagers?
– Do you like teenagers? Why/Why not?
– What is a very important parenting skill?
– Why do you think so?
Speaking test (Ghana)
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– What can I call you?
– Where are you from?
– Tell me about the part of your country where you live.
– Do you like music?
– What kind of music do you like?
– When are you listening to music?
Cue Card
Talk about a rule in your school that you agreed or disagreed with. Please say
– what the rule was
– what the reason for this rule was
– what would be done if you didn’t follow the rule
Discussion
– Do you like live local music concerts?
– Do you prefer going to a live concert or listening to recorded music?
– Are there many popular bands or musicians from your country?
– Do you think the government should support local musicians? Why/Why not?
– How do you think the music industry will change in the next 20 years?
Speaking test (Ecuador)
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What activities do people do on holidays in your country?
– Were the things you did on holidays as a child different from now? Why?
Cue Card
Talk about something you bought that made you happy. Please say
– What was it?
– What did you do with it?
– Why did it make you happy?
Discussion
– What kind of things do people like to buy?
– Why do people buy those things?
– When something breaks, do people prefer to buy a new item or to fix the old one?
– Why is that?
Speaking test (Australia)
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– Is it a full time or a part time job?
– Do you like it?
– Where do you live now?
– How long have you been living there?
– How far is your home from here?
– Do you like animals? Why?
– What kind of wild animal do you like?
– Do you have a pet at home?
Cue Card
Describe an important event in your life that you have celebrated recently. Please say
– What was it?
– Who was celebrating it with you?
– How did you celebrate it?
Discussion
– How did you feel after that?
– Do you like big or small celebrations?
– Why is that?
Speaking test (UK)
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What do you do?
– Where do you currently live?
– Can you describe your neighborhood?
– Do you like it there?
– Would you like to move to another place? Why?
– Let’s talk about music.
– Do you like it?
– What kind of music do you like?
– Do you listen to music more now than in the past? Why?
– What do you prefer to buy, CD’s or to download music from the Internet?
– Why is that?
Cue Card
Talk about a toy that you had as a child. Please say
– What toy was it?
– Who gave it to you?
– How did you feel when you got it?
Discussion
– Did you share it with other children or not?
– Do you still have the toy?
– Should we let the children decide which toys to buy?
– Do you see the connection between toy manufacturers and the entertainment industry?
– What do you think about it?
Speaking test (UK)
Interview
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What do you do?
– Do you like helping people?
Cue Card
Describe an occasion when you helped your friend. Please say
– When and where was it?
– How did you help?
– Why did you do it?
Discussion
– What do you think about helping people?
– How can we teach children to help others?
– Do people help others more or less today, compared to the past?
– What do you think about volunteering?
– Is it necessary to volunteer?
– How can we encourage others to do it?
Speaking test (Qatar)
Interview
– Can you tell me your full name, please?
– What should I call you?
– Do you work or study?
– What did you do to get your first job?
– Are you planning to do further studies?
– Do like to eat at home or out, and why?
– Do many people in your hometown eat out?
– How often do you go out with friends?
– When did you go out with friends last?
– What did you talk about?
Cue Card
Talk about a public park you went to in the past. Please say
– Where is the park located?
– Why did you go to that park?
– Who was there with you?
– How did you feel in that park?
Discussion
– What should the government do to protect the environment?
– Do you think these measures will help protect the environment?
– Do you think people now have better awareness of environmental protection?
– Do you think that the sense of natural beauty is changing over time?
Speaking test (Pakistan)
Interview
– What is your full name?
– What should I call you?
– Do you work or study?
– What kind of transport do you use? Why?
– Was it easy for you to reach the test center?
– Do you prefer to read a newspaper or read the news on the Internet? Why?
– Do your family members read newspapers?
– Where is your work place?
– How do you get there?
– What are you thinking about on your way to work?
– What is your job?
– Did you need any special training for your job?
– Will you do any course for your job?
Cue Card
Describe the furniture at your house. Please say
– Is it traditional or modern?
– What material is it made of?
– What do your friends say about it?
Discussion
– What type of furniture is used for offices?
– How is it different from home furniture?
– How do you usually decide what furniture to buy?
– When do people feel they should buy new furniture?
– What factors are involved in buying furniture?