Charles Martinez's Blog: IELTS test in Sri Lanka – January 2017 (General Training)

Our kind friend A took the IELTS test in Sri Lanka and remembered the Writing and Speaking questions:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a letter)

You have lost an important document recently. Write to your manager regarding this and say

– What is the document?
– How and when did it happen?
– What did you do regarding this matter?

Writing Task 2 (an essay)

International sporting events could contribute greatly to peace and stability in the world. Do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion and relevant examples.

Speaking test

Interview

– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What do you do for a living?
– Why did you choose to do it?
– Do you like your job?

Cue Card

Talk about a garden that you have visited recently. Please say

– Where is it located?
– Do you like it? Why?
– What is so special about this garden?

Discussion

– Do you think having public gardens in urban areas is a good idea?
– Is it necessary to have public gardens in commercial areas?
– What do you think about views of different age groups on public gardens?
– Do you think it is important to teach children about plants and eco systems in general?
– Why do you think so?