🗣️ IELTS Speaking Test Sample (Band 6.5–7)

🧩 PART 1 – Introduction & General Questions

Topic: Hometown

Q1. Where are you from?
➡️ I’m from Ulaanbaatar, which is the capital city of Mongolia. It’s quite a busy city with lots of people, cars, and tall buildings.

Q2. Do you like living there?
➡️ Yes, I do, mostly because it’s convenient. Everything I need is nearby — shops, schools, and restaurants. However, the air pollution in winter is a big problem.

Q3. What do you like most about your hometown?
➡️ I really like the people. They are friendly and helpful. Also, the city has a mix of modern and traditional culture, which makes it interesting.

🔗 Useful words & linkers:
Actually, mostly, however, also, because, what I like most is

🧩 PART 2 – Cue Card (Long Turn)

Cue card: Describe a memorable trip you had.

You should say:

• Where you went
• Who you went with
• What you did there
• And explain why it was memorable

🎯 Sample Answer (Simple + Band 6.5–7)

I’d like to talk about a trip I took to Terelj National Park last summer. I went there with two of my close friends during our university holiday.

We spent two days there, camping near the river and hiking around the hills. The weather was perfect — sunny but not too hot. What I liked most was the beautiful nature. The green mountains and fresh air made me feel really relaxed.

It was memorable because it was my first time camping outside the city. We cooked food on a fire and watched the stars at night. It was simple but unforgettable.

🔗 Useful linkers:
First of all, what I liked most was…, as a result, overall, it was…

✨ Tips for Part 2:
✅ Speak for at least 1 minute and 30 seconds
✅ Include feelings and reasons
✅ Use past tense for past experiences

🧩 PART 3 – Discussion (Deeper Questions)

Topic: Travel and Tourism

Q1. Why do people like to travel?
➡️ I think people travel mainly to relax and experience something new. For example, some people go to the beach to rest, while others like to explore new cultures. Traveling helps people forget daily stress and enjoy life more.

Q2. How has tourism changed in your country?
➡️ In the past, not many foreigners came to Mongolia, but now tourism is growing. More people visit to see the wide grasslands and try local food. As a result, hotels and travel services have improved a lot.

Q3. Do you think traveling will be different in the future?
➡️ Yes, definitely. I think technology will make travel easier. People will book everything online and use translation apps more. But maybe it will also become more expensive because of higher costs and environmental taxes.

🔗 Useful academic connectors for Part 3:

• In my opinion
• As a result
• Compared to the past
• To some extent
• On the other hand
• In the future

🧠 Study Notes for Students

🏆 Key Takeaways for Band 6.5–7

✅ Speak naturally, not too fast
✅ Extend your ideas (add 1 reason + 1 example)
✅ Use a few linking words correctly
✅ Avoid memorized sentences — sound real