IELTS Speaking Questions: September – December 2026

IELTS SPEAKING QUESTIONS – September – DECEMBER 2026

IELTS SPEAKING PART 1

COMPULSORY FRAMES

1. Where You Live Now

Let’s talk about where you live now.

1. Which town or city do you live in now?
2. Are there any things you don’t like about your area? What are they?
3. Do you think you will continue to live there for a long time? Why or why not?
4. What changes have taken place in your area recently?
5. Do you live in a house or an apartment?
6. What is your favourite room in your home? Why?
7. What things make your home pleasant to live in? Why?
8. Are the people in your neighbourhood nice and friendly?
9. Do you know any of your neighbours?
10. Do you know any famous people who live in your area?

2. Work / Study

Let’s talk about what you do. Do you work or are you a student?

Work

1. What kind of work do you do?
2. What do you find most interesting about your work? Why?
3. Which is more important to you – the people you work with or the work you do? Why?
4. Do you work best in the morning or in the afternoon? Why?

Study

1. What do you study?
2. What do you find most interesting about your studies? Why?
3. Which is more important to you – the teachers or the other students on your course? Why?
4. How much time do you spend studying every week?
5. How do you usually travel to the place where you study?
6. Do you study best in the morning or in the afternoon? Why?
7. Have you always wanted to study this subject or these subjects? Why or why not?

1. SPECIFIC TOPICS
2. Computers / Tablets

1. In what situations do you usually use a computer?
2. When was the first time you used a computer?
3. In what situations would it be difficult for you to use a computer?
4. Do you prefer using a computer or a tablet? Why?

2. Collecting Things

1. Do you collect anything?
2. Are there any things from your childhood that you still keep?
3. Where do you usually keep the things you need?
4. Why do you think some people enjoy collecting things?

3. Street Markets

1. Are street markets common in your country?
2. What kinds of things are usually sold at street markets?
3. Do you think people like going to street markets? Why?
4. Have you ever bought anything from a street market?

4. Travelling

1. Do you like travelling?
2. Do you often travel by air?
3. What was the longest trip you have ever taken?
4. Which country would you like to travel to in the future?
5. Would you like to travel to space?
6. Do you prefer travelling alone or with other people?

5. Paper / Writing Letters

1. Do you often write things by hand?
2. Do you prefer writing by hand or using a computer?
3. Do you think computers might one day completely replace handwriting?
4. At what age do children usually begin to write in your country?

6. Losing Things / Lost and Found

1. Do you usually carry a lot of keys with you?
2. Have you ever lost your keys?
3. Do you often lose things?
4. What do you usually do when you lose something important?

7. Being Polite / Politeness

1. How did you learn to be polite when you were a child?
2. Do you think being polite is very important?
3. Who taught you to be polite when you were young?
4. Do you think young people today are as polite as people in the past?

8. Shoes

1. What is your favourite type of shoe?
2. Do you know anyone who likes buying a lot of shoes?
3. Have you ever bought shoes online?
4. How often do you buy new shoes?

9. Advertisements

1. Are there many advertisements in your country?
2. Why do you think there are so many advertisements nowadays?
3. Where do people usually see advertisements?
4. How do you feel about advertisements?

10. Secondary School

1. Which secondary school do you go to?
2. Do you think your school is suitable for every student?
3. What changes would you like to make to your school?
4. What do you like most about your school?

11. Rubbish / Recycling

1. Do you recycle things now? Why or why not?
2. Did you recycle things when you were a child?
3. Do you think you will recycle more in the future?
4. What kinds of things do you usually recycle?

12. Remembering Names

1. Is it easy for you to remember people’s names?
2. How do you feel when someone forgets your name?
3. What can people do to improve their memory?
4. What do you usually do to help yourself remember someone’s name?

13. Tiredness

1. Do you often feel tired?
2. When do you usually feel tired?
3. What do you do when you feel tired?
4. Do you think you get enough rest?

14. Glasses / Sunglasses

1. Do many people in your country wear sunglasses?
2. Where can people buy sunglasses in your area?
3. Do you like wearing sunglasses?
4. When do you usually wear sunglasses?

15. Food

1. What kinds of meals do you like?
2. Do you often have dinner with your family or friends?
3. When do you usually eat dinner?
4. Are there any fruits or vegetables you don’t like? Why?
5. What is your favourite type of cuisine?

16. Headphones

1. Do you find wearing headphones comfortable?
2. Do you often use headphones?
3. What type of headphones do you use?
4. When do you usually use headphones?
5. In what situations would you avoid using headphones?

17. Watches

1. How often do you wear a watch?
2. What was your first watch like?
3. What kind of watches do you like to wear?
4. Do people still wear watches in your country?
5. Did you ever receive a watch as a gift when you were a child?

18. Cars / Driving

1. Would you like to buy an expensive car in the future?
2. Do you think the colour of a car is important?
3. Did you enjoy travelling by car when you were a child?
4. What types of cars do you like?
5. Do you prefer being the driver or a passenger?
6. What do you usually do when you are stuck in a traffic jam?

19. Websites

1. What kinds of websites do you usually use?
2. How have websites changed compared with the past?
3. How often do you use websites for studying or working?
4. Is there a website that you use every day?

20. Mirrors

1. Do you like looking at yourself in the mirror? How often?
2. Have you ever bought a mirror?
3. Would you use mirrors to decorate your room?
4. Do you think mirrors are an important part of a home?

21. Parks

1. Did you like going to parks when you were a child?
2. Do you still like going to parks now?
3. Would you like to see more parks in your city?
4. Are there any parks you would like to visit in the future?
5. Would you prefer spending time in a private garden or a public park?
6. How are parks today different from the parks you visited as a child?
7. What do you like to do when you visit a park?
8. Do you often visit parks with your family or friends?

22. Shopping

1. Do you like going shopping?
2. Do you often shop online?
3. Does shopping take up a lot of your time?
4. What do you enjoy most about shopping?

23. Keeping Things Tidy

1. Are you a tidy person?
2. Are all the members of your family tidy?
3. Are you tidier at home or at work/school?
4. What do you usually do to keep your room tidy?

24. Music

1. Do you like listening to music?
2. When do you usually listen to music?
3. Have you ever learned to play a musical instrument?
4. Did you have music classes at school?
5. Do you think it is necessary for children to have music classes?
6. What do you think of Vietnamese traditional music?
7. How much time do you spend listening to music every day?
8. What is your favourite kind of music?
9. When did you start listening to this type of music?
10. How do you feel when you listen to music?

25. Teachers

1. Is there a teacher you particularly like?
2. Do you still keep in touch with any of your former teachers?
3. Do you think it is important for students to like their teachers?
4. Would you like to be a teacher?
5. What qualities should a good teacher have?
6. Who is or was your favourite teacher?

26. Social Media

1. Do you like using social media?
2. Do you think you or your friends spend too much time on social media?
3. Would you like to work in the social media industry? Why or why not?
4. What is the most popular social media platform in Vietnam? Why?

27. Clothes

1. What is your favourite colour for clothes?
2. What kind of clothes would you never wear?
3. What kind of clothes do you usually wear?
4. Do you wear the same style of clothes on weekdays and at weekends?

28. Films

1. What is your favourite kind of film?
2. Did you go to the cinema a lot when you were a child?
3. Which is more popular in your country: going to the cinema or watching films at home?
4. Do you prefer watching films alone or with other people?

29. Dreams

1. How long can you usually remember a dream after you wake up?
2. Do you like hearing about other people’s dreams?
3. Do you think dreams can affect people’s lives?
4. Do you often have dreams at night?
5. Have you ever had a bad dream?
6. What is the strangest dream you have ever had?
7. What do you usually dream about?

30. City

1. Would you recommend your city to other people?
2. What is the weather like where you live?
3. Do people of different ages live in your city?
4. Are people in your city generally friendly?
5. Is your city a good place for children and elderly people?
6. Do you often see your neighbours?
7. Which city do you live in?
8. Do you like living in this city? Why or why not?
9. How long have you lived in this city?
10. Have there been any major changes in your city recently?

31. Outer Space

1. Have you ever learned about outer space and stars?
2. Are you interested in learning more about space?
3. Would you like to travel into space one day?
4. Do you enjoy watching films or programmes about space?

32. Art

1. Do you like art?
2. Have you ever visited an art gallery?
3. Is there any artwork on the walls of your room?
4. Did you enjoy drawing or painting when you were a child?

33. Singing

1. Do you often sing?
2. When do you like to sing?
3. Do you think it is difficult to sing well?
4. Would you like to be a singer?
5. What kinds of songs do you like to sing?

34. Evening

1. Do you prefer studying in the morning or in the evening?
2. What do you usually do in the evening?
3. What did you usually do in the evening when you were a child?
4. Are there any differences between what you do in the evening now and what you did in the past?

35. Old Buildings

1. Have you ever seen any old buildings in your city?
2. Do you think old buildings in cities should be preserved?
3. Would you prefer living in an old building or a modern house?
4. Are there many old buildings in the place where you live?

36. Sports

1. Did you play any sports when you were younger? Why or why not?
2. Have you ever supported a sports team? Why or why not?
3. Do you enjoy watching sports? Why or why not?
4. Do you think there is too much sport on television in your country? Why or why not?

37. Science

1. Do you like science?
2. What branches of science have you studied?
3. How do you usually study science?
4. What is the most difficult part of studying science?
5. How has the science you have studied helped you in your daily life?

38. Comedy / Jokes

1. Do you like watching films that make you laugh?
2. Do you find it easy to make other people laugh?
3. Do you think it is a good thing to make other people laugh?
4. What kinds of things usually make you laugh?

39. History

1. Do you like learning about history?
2. What historical event do you find most interesting?
3. Do you think history is important?
4. Do you like watching TV programmes about history?
5. Do you think the Internet is a good place to learn about history?

40. Morning Routine

1. Do you like getting up early in the morning?
2. What do you usually do in the morning?
3. Do you think breakfast is important?
4. Is your morning routine different at weekends?

41. Study / Subject

1. Can you tell me a little about your education?
2. What is your main area of study or specialisation?
3. Why did you choose to study that subject?
4. What kind of school did you attend as a child?
5. What was your favourite subject when you were a child?
6. Do you think your country has an effective education system?
7. Are you looking forward to starting work after your studies?

42. Home / Accommodation

1. What kind of house or accommodation do you live in?
2. Who do you live with?
3. How long have you lived there?
4. What is the difference between the place where you live now and places where you lived in the past?
5. Do you plan to live there for a long time?
6. Which room does your family spend the most time in?
7. Is public transport near your home convenient?
8. Do you prefer living in a house or a flat?
9. Which part of your home do you like the most?

43. Hometown

1. Do you like living in your hometown?
2. Do you think you will continue living there for a long time?
3. Can you describe your hometown a little?
4. What is your hometown famous for?
5. Did you learn about the history of your hometown at school?
6. Are there many young people in your hometown?
7. Is your hometown a good place for young people to develop their careers?

44. Neighbourhood / Area

1. Do you know your neighbours?
2. What do you think of your neighbours?
3. Do you get along well with your neighbours?
4. What do you like most about your neighbourhood?

IELTS SPEAKING PART 2 & PART 3

1. Describe a person you met only once recently and would like to know more about

You should say:

• Who this person is
• When you met him/her
• Why you want to know more about him/her
• And explain how you feel about him/her

Part 3

1. What can we do to leave a good impression on people we meet for the first time?
2. What topics should we avoid talking about when we meet someone for the first time?
3. How do people usually make friends in your country?
4. On what occasions do people like to make new friends?
5. Is it important to have the same hobbies and interests when making friends?
6. What qualities make someone a true friend?

2. Describe a gift you would like to buy for your friend

You should say:

• How you met your friend
• How long you have known him/her
• How you would choose a gift for him/her
• And explain why you would choose that gift

Part 3

1. When do people normally give gifts to others?
2. Is it easy to choose clothes as gifts?
3. Do people always feel happy when they receive an expensive gift?
4. What should people consider when choosing a gift for someone?

3. Describe a time when you changed an important decision

You should say:

• When you changed the decision
• What your original decision was
• Why you changed it
• And explain how you felt about the experience

Part 3

1. At what age do most children begin to make their own decisions?
2. What kinds of important decisions do young people usually make?
3. Why do people sometimes change decisions they have already made?
4. Should people ask others for advice before making an important decision?

4. Describe a famous person in your local area

You should say:

• Who this person is
• What he/she has done
• Why he/she is popular
• And explain how you feel about this person

Part 3

1. Is it always good to be a popular student at school?
2. Why are some students more popular than others?
3. What makes a person popular in a local community?
4. Do you think being famous has more advantages or disadvantages?

5. Describe a time when you made an important decision and were happy with the result

You should say:

• What the decision was
• Why you made it
• How easy or difficult it was to make
• And explain why you were happy with the result

Part 3

1. How can we tell the difference between an important decision and a simple one?
2. Do you think it is a good idea to make many small decisions every day?
3. What kinds of small decisions do people make every day?
4. What happens when people in a group have different opinions about a decision?
5. Do you think people make most of their important decisions in their twenties?
6. Which is better: making a decision quickly or taking more time?

6. Describe a person you know who did something difficult and was successful

You should say:

• Who this person is
• What difficult thing this person did
• Why this person was successful
• And explain how you feel about this person

Part 3

1. Is it difficult to run a business in today’s world?
2. How can companies help protect the environment?
3. Does having a lot of money necessarily mean that someone is successful?
4. What qualities do people need in order to succeed in difficult situations?

7. Describe a course that impressed you a lot

You should say:

• What the course was about
• Where you took the course
• What you did during the course
• And explain why it impressed you so much

Part 3

1. What kinds of things do people need to remember in their daily lives?
2. What can we learn from history?
3. Why do some people have better memories than others?
4. Do people value things that have special memories attached to them?
5. Which helps people remember things better, words or photos?
6. Can technology help people remember things better? How?

8. Describe a time when someone talked about something you were not interested in, but you kept listening

You should say:

• Who the person was
• What he/she talked about
• Why you kept listening
• And explain how you felt about the experience

Part 3

1. What kinds of topics do young people like to talk about nowadays?
2. What might happen if someone does not listen carefully during a conversation?
3. How can we tell whether someone is listening carefully?
4. Why is being a good listener important?

9. Describe a person you know who really likes taking photos

You should say:

• Who the person is
• When and how you got to know him/her
• Where he/she usually takes photos
• And explain how you feel about him/her

Part 3

1. Why are some people keen on taking photos?
2. What kinds of photos do people often take?
3. Do you think it is acceptable to take photos everywhere?
4. Why do tourists like taking photos while travelling?
5. Some people do not mind strangers walking into their photos. What do you think about this?

10. Describe a new skill you learned when you were a child

You should say:

• What the skill was
• Who taught you this skill
• How you learned it
• And explain how you felt about learning the skill

Part 3

1. What skills should children learn before they go to school?
2. What are the differences between learning in a group and learning by yourself?
3. What are the differences between the way adults learn and the way children learn?
4. Do you think it is easier for children than adults to learn new skills?
5. Can children learn useful skills from other children?
6. Is it important for everyone to have a specialised skill?

11. Describe a time when you saved money to buy something you wanted

You should say:

• What you wanted to buy
• Why you wanted to buy it
• How you saved money for it
• And explain how you felt after buying it

Part 3

1. Should schools teach children how to manage money from a young age?
2. Should parents encourage their children to spend money freely or save it?
3. Is it easier to teach teenagers to manage money when they are around 16 or 17?
4. Is it easier to spend money or save money?
5. What kinds of things do people usually save money for?

12. Describe a person you know who is very organised

You should say:

• Who this person is
• What this person usually does to stay organised
• In what situations you have noticed this quality
• And explain why you think being organised is important to him/her

Part 3

1. Why is it important for people to be organised?
2. Should children learn to be organised from a young age?
3. Are organised people more likely to succeed at work or in their studies?
4. What can people do to become more organised?
5. Should parents teach their children to be organised?
6. Do you think it is important for managers to be organised?

13. Describe a time when you interviewed a famous person

You should say:

• Who the famous person was
• When and where you interviewed this person
• What you talked about during the interview
• And explain how you felt about the experience

Part 3

1. What kinds of people are usually interviewed?
2. Why do some people dislike being interviewed?
3. Why do some people think interviews are a waste of time?
4. What should people do to prepare for a job interview?

14. Describe a happy person you know

You should say:

• Who this person is
• What he/she is like
• How he/she shows happiness
• And explain why you think he/she is a happy person

Part 3

1. Should teachers know what children are doing all the time?
2. Do you think teachers are able to recognise children who are unhappy?
3. How can the arts spread positive emotions in society?
4. When do you think people are happiest?

15. Describe your least favourite movie

You should say:

• When you watched it
• Where you watched it
• What it was about
• And explain why it is your least favourite movie

Part 3

1. What kinds of movies are most popular in Vietnam?
2. What are the differences between watching movies at home and watching them in a cinema?
3. Are movies more likely than books to help people become creative?
4. Can movies help people understand the cultural background of another country?

16. Describe a person who enjoys learning about history

You should say:

• Who this person is
• How he/she learns about history
• Why he/she loves history
• And explain how you feel about him/her

Part 3

1. Should children begin learning history from an early age?
2. At what age should people begin learning history?
3. How can children learn about history before they start school?
4. Is it important to learn how people lived in the past?
5. Should people learn ancient history before modern history?
6. Apart from historical events, what else is important when studying history?

17. Describe an enjoyable evening you had with your friends

You should say:

• When and where it was
• What you did
• Who you spent the evening with
• And explain why it was enjoyable

Part 3

1. How do people get along with each other in a large family?
2. What activities do friends usually do together in the evening?
3. Do young people spend enough time with their friends nowadays?
4. Why is spending time with friends important?

18. Describe a person who is good at making things by hand

You should say:

• Who this person is
• What he/she makes
• What materials or tools he/she uses
• And explain why you think this person is good at making things by hand

Part 3

1. Do you think handmade products are valuable?
2. Do children enjoy making things by hand?
3. Is traditional craftsmanship important to a country’s economy?
4. What kinds of handmade things did you make as a child?
5. How can handmade products benefit tourist attractions?

19. Describe a natural place in your city that you enjoy visiting

You should say:

• Where it is
• What it is like
• How often you go there
• Who you often go there with
• And explain why you enjoy visiting it

Part 3

1. Should there be more natural places in cities?
2. Can spending time in nature improve people’s moods?
3. Which is more important, protecting the environment or developing the economy?
4. Why is it important for cities to have green spaces?

20. Describe a noisy place you have been to

You should say:

• Where it was
• When you went there
• What you did there
• And explain why you thought it was noisy

Part 3

1. What kinds of places are usually noisy?
2. How does noise affect people’s daily lives?
3. Why are cities generally noisier than rural areas?
4. What can governments do to reduce noise pollution?

21. Describe someone who is older than you whom you admire

You should say:

• Who this person is
• How you know this person
• What kinds of things you like to do together
• And explain how you feel about this person

Part 3

1. What can young and older people learn from each other?
2. Has the quality of life of older people improved compared with the past?
3. Why is there sometimes a generation gap between young and older people?
4. What do older people usually do in their daily lives?

22. Describe an activity you do regularly that you think is a waste of time

You should say:

• What it is
• When you usually do it
• Why you do it
• And explain why you think it is a waste of time

Part 3

1. How can people achieve a good balance between work and life?
2. Will people continue doing something even when they know it is a waste of time?
3. What kinds of things make people feel under pressure?
4. Why do some people refuse to follow rules?

23. Describe a crowded place you went to

You should say:

• Where it was
• When you went there
• Who you went there with
• What you did there
• And explain how you felt about it

Part 3

1. What kinds of places are usually crowded in your country?
2. Why do some people enjoy crowded places?
3. What problems can overcrowding cause?
4. Do you think public places will become more crowded in the future?

24. Describe a time when you received good service in a shop or store

You should say:

• Where the shop was
• When you went there
• What service you received from the staff
• And explain how you felt about the service

Part 3

1. What are the differences between the service provided by large shops and small stores?
2. What do people usually do when they receive bad service?
3. What qualities make a good restaurant?
4. Why is good customer service important for a business?

25. Describe a city 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

Part 3

1. What are the main differences between cities and the countryside?
2. Some people say large cities are suitable for older people. What do you think?
3. Do you think it is possible for the entire population to move to cities?
4. Do you think people in the countryside are friendlier than people in cities?
5. Have there been many changes in your city?
6. What should governments do to improve citizens’ safety?

26. Describe a place where you do not like the music they play

You should say:

• Where this place is
• What kind of music they play there
• When you went there
• And explain why you do not like the music they play

Part 3

1. Is music important in public places?
2. What kinds of music do people usually listen to in cafés?
3. Why do some people like listening to music while studying or working?
4. Do young and older people have different tastes in music?
5. Is it a good idea for shops to play music?
6. Should restaurants allow customers to choose the music?
7. Can music affect people’s behaviour?
8. Do you think people listen to too much music nowadays?

27. Describe an experience that you were proud of

You should say:

• What the experience was
• When and where it happened
• Who you were with
• And explain why you were proud of it

Part 3

1. What kinds of achievements make people feel proud?
2. Do young people feel proud of the same things as older people?
3. Is it important for parents to praise their children?
4. Why do some people find it difficult to accept praise?
5. Should people be proud of their achievements?
6. Is it better to feel proud of yourself or receive recognition from others?
7. Can being too proud of yourself have negative effects?
8. What can people learn from experiences that make them proud?

28. Describe a quiet place that you would love to go to

You should say:

• Where this place is
• How you know about this place
• What you would do there
• Who you would like to go there with
• And explain why you would like to go there

Part 3

1. Why do people like going to quiet places?
2. What kinds of places are usually quiet?
3. Do people nowadays have enough opportunities to enjoy peace and quiet?
4. Why is it difficult to find quiet places in cities?
5. Do young people prefer quiet places or lively places?
6. Is it important for children to spend time in quiet places?

29. Describe a long trip that you often take but do not like

You should say:

• Where you go
• How you usually travel
• How long the trip takes
• Why you often have to make this trip
• And explain why you do not like it

Part 3

1. Why do people dislike long journeys?
2. What are the most common reasons people make long trips?
3. Do people prefer travelling by car, train, or plane for long journeys?
4. What can people do to make a long journey more enjoyable?
5. Why do some people enjoy travelling while others do not?
6. Do you think travelling by public transport will become more popular in the future?

30. Describe a party that was held after a special event

You should say:

• What the special event was
• Where the party was held
• Who attended the party
• What you did at the party
• And explain why you remember this party

Part 3

1. Why do people like having parties after special events?
2. What kinds of events do people usually celebrate with a party?
3. Do people prefer large parties or small gatherings?
4. What makes a party enjoyable?
5. Why are some people reluctant to attend parties?
6. Do you think people spend too much money on parties?

31. Describe a change that you made recently

You should say:

• What the change was
• What caused the change
• What you did to make the change
• And explain how you feel about it

Part 3

1. Is it easier for young people to make changes in their lives?
2. Is it easy for older people to change?
3. How can people change their daily routines if they want to?
4. What are the disadvantages of making changes too frequently?

32. Describe a time when you changed an important opinion

You should say:

• When you changed your opinion
• What your original opinion was
• Why you changed it
• And explain how you felt about the experience

Part 3

1. Why do people change their opinions?
2. Is it easy for people to admit that they were wrong?
3. Do older people change their opinions less often than young people?
4. Can other people influence our opinions? How?
5. Is it important to listen to different viewpoints?
6. Should people always stick to their own opinions?

33. Describe a law on environmental protection

You should say:

• What it is
• How you first learned about it
• Who benefits from it
• And explain how you feel about this law

Part 3

1. What kinds of rules do schools usually have?
2. Do you think school rules are important?
3. Are children sometimes unhappy with school rules?
4. How can parents help their children understand and follow rules?
5. What rules should people obey at work?
6. What is the purpose of punishment?

34. Describe a long-term goal or ambition you would like to achieve

You should say:

• How long you have had this goal or ambition
• What it is
• How you plan to achieve it
• And explain why you set this goal

Part 3

1. What kinds of ambitions do people usually have?
2. Why should parents encourage children to have ambitions?
3. Should parents interfere with their children’s ambitions?
4. Are children’s ambitions different from those of adults?

35. Describe a time when you sent someone a message or email but did not receive a reply for a long time

You should say:

• Who you sent it to
• What the message or email was about
• Whether you eventually received a reply
• And explain how you felt about the experience

Part 3

1. Do you think children are born intelligent, or do they learn to become intelligent?
2. How can children become more intelligent at school?
3. Why are some people well-rounded while others are good at only one thing?
4. Why does modern society need people with different kinds of talents?

36. Describe a story or book that has animals in it

You should say:

• What animals are in it
• What the story or book is about
• Why you read it
• And explain what you think of it

Part 3

1. Why do children enjoy stories about animals?
2. What can people learn from animal stories?
3. Do films influence the way people view animals?
4. Why are animals often used in stories?
5. Should children learn about animals at school?
6. Do people care more about animal welfare nowadays?

37. Describe an advertisement featuring a famous person

You should say:

• Who the person is
• Where you can see the advertisement
• What the advertisement is about
• And explain how you feel about it

Part 3

1. Why do companies use celebrities in advertisements?
2. Do advertisements featuring celebrities influence consumers?
3. Are advertisements more creative nowadays?
4. What makes an advertisement effective?
5. Are children easily influenced by advertisements?
6. Should advertising be more strictly controlled?

38. Describe a place you have travelled to that you would like to recommend to others

You should say:

• What the place is
• Where it is
• What you saw and did there
• And explain why you would recommend it to others

Part 3

1. Is it important to take photos while travelling?
2. Can people trust travel journals and reviews on the Internet?
3. What factors affect how people feel about a trip?
4. Why do people like recommending travel destinations to others?

39. Describe a challenging technological problem you faced

You should say:

• What the problem was
• When and where you faced it
• How challenging it was
• And explain how you solved it

Part 3

1. What kinds of technological problems do people often face?
2. How has technology made people’s lives easier?
3. Do you think people depend too much on technology nowadays?
4. What should people do when technology fails?
5. Will technology become more reliable in the future?

40. Describe a person who is good at learning and speaking new languages

You should say:

• How you got to know him/her
• How he/she learns a new language
• What languages he/she can speak
• And explain how you feel about him/her

Part 3

1. At what age should children start learning a foreign language?
2. Which skill is more important, speaking or writing?
3. Does a person still need to learn other languages if he or she is already good at English?
4. Do you think minority languages will disappear in the future?

41. Describe a food that people eat on special occasions or at special events

You should say:

• What the special occasion or event is
• What the food is
• How it is cooked or prepared
• And explain why people eat it on that occasion

Part 3

1. Do Vietnamese people commonly grow their own food?
2. What kinds of food are generally popular in your country?
3. Why do some people prefer growing their own food?
4. Do you think more people will grow their own food in the future?

42. Describe a live sports event you watched and liked

You should say:

• What it was
• When and where you watched it
• Who you watched it with
• And explain why you liked it

Part 3

1. What kinds of sporting events are broadcast on television or other media in your country?
2. Do people in your country enjoy watching football matches?
3. Does encouragement and applause from spectators affect athletes? How?
4. Why do some people prefer watching sports live rather than on television?

43. Describe a person you know who would like to pursue a career in the medical field

You should say:

• When you got to know him/her
• When he/she began thinking about this career
• What job he/she would like to do
• And explain why he/she would like to choose this career

Part 3

1. Why do some people choose to work in the medical field?
2. How can working in a medical profession affect a person’s life?
3. Do you think medical professionals are highly valued in society?
4. What are the different roles of doctors and nurses?
5. How might technology influence medical professions in the future?
6. What qualities are essential for someone to succeed in a medical profession?

44. Describe a time when you worked in a group

You should say:

• What you were working on
• Who you worked with
• What your role was
• And explain how you felt about working in the group

Part 3

1. What characteristics should a good leader have?
2. What happens when a team does not have a good leader?
3. Why do some people dislike teamwork?
4. Do you think young people are good at working in teams?
5. What makes a team work effectively?

45. Describe a person you know who has a successful business

You should say:

• Who this person is
• How you got to know him/her
• Why and how he/she started the business
• What kind of business he/she runs
• And explain why you think the business is successful

Part 3

1. Would you like to start a family business?
2. What are the advantages of family businesses?
3. What are the disadvantages of family businesses?
4. What qualities does a person need to run a successful business?

46. Describe a person who loves growing plants at home or in a garden

You should say:

• Who this person is
• What plants he/she grows
• How he/she grows them
• And explain why he/she loves growing plants

Part 3

1. What do you think about farming as a profession?
2. Are many people growing their own vegetables nowadays?
3. Do you think children should learn how to grow plants?
4. What are the differences between traditional and modern agriculture?

47. Describe an interesting video

You should say:

• When and where you watched it
• What it was about
• Why you watched it
• And explain how you felt about it

Part 3

1. What kinds of content are popular on social media?
2. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using social media?
3. What do you think about making friends on social networking sites?
4. Why do some videos become extremely popular online?

48. Describe a tall building you like or dislike

You should say:

• What it is used for
• Where it is
• What it looks like
• And explain why you like or dislike it

Part 3

1. How easy is it to find a place to live in your country?
2. Do you think it is better to rent or buy a place to live?
3. What do people enjoy about creating and decorating their own homes?
4. Why are tall buildings common in large cities?

49. Describe a boring place

You should say:

• Where it is
• Who you went there with
• What you did there
• And explain why you thought it was boring

Part 3

1. Why do some people get bored easily?
2. What kinds of places do young people enjoy visiting?
3. Do people have different ideas about what is interesting?
4. How can tourist attractions become more appealing?
5. Is it important to try new experiences?
6. Do people today have less patience than people in the past?

50. Describe a plan that you had to change recently

You should say:

• When this happened
• What made you change your plan
• What your new plan was
• And explain how you felt about the change

Part 3

1. Why do people sometimes change their plans?
2. Is it important to be flexible in life?
3. Do young people change their plans more often than older people?
4. How do people feel when their plans suddenly change?
5. Can changing plans sometimes lead to better results?
6. How can people deal with unexpected changes?

51. Describe a new law you would like to introduce in your country

You should say:

• What the law would be
• What changes it would bring
• Whether you think it would be popular
• How you came up with the idea
• And explain how you feel about this new law

Part 3

1. Is it important to take photos while travelling?
2. Can people trust other people’s travel journals on the Internet?
3. What factors affect how people feel about travel?
4. Why do some people share their travel experiences online?

52. Describe an important decision that you made

You should say:

• What the decision was
• How you made the decision
• What the results were
• And explain why it was important

Part 3

1. What decisions do people usually make in their daily lives?
2. Which is easier, making a decision by yourself or making one after a group discussion?
3. Why are many young people unwilling to follow their parents’ advice?
4. Why do middle-aged people sometimes second-guess their own decisions?

53. Describe a friend from your childhood

You should say:

• Who he/she is
• Where and how you met
• What you often did together
• And explain what made you like him/her

Part 3

1. Do you still keep in touch with your childhood friends? Why or why not?
2. What do you think of online social media?
3. Do you think online social media will replace face-to-face communication?
4. How important are childhood friendships to children?

54. Describe a time when you were stuck in a traffic jam for a very long time

You should say:

• When it happened
• Where you were stuck
• What you did while waiting
• And explain how you felt

Part 3

1. Which vehicles are more likely to get stuck in traffic jams, cars or buses?
2. What are the main causes of traffic jams in cities?
3. What can governments do to reduce traffic congestion?
4. Do you think traffic problems will become worse in the future?

55. Describe a special day out that cost you very little money

You should say:

• When it was
• Where you went
• How much you spent
• And explain how you felt about the day

Part 3

1. How do people spend their leisure time in Vietnam?
2. Do people need to spend a lot of money to enjoy themselves?
3. What inexpensive activities can families do together?
4. Has the way people spend their free time changed compared with the past?

56. Describe a time when you successfully organised a happy event

You should say:

• What the event was
• How you prepared for it
• Who helped you organise it
• And explain why you think it was successful

Part 3

1. How do people feel when they are not well prepared for something?
2. Do you prefer organising an activity or simply taking part in it?
3. How can parents help children become more organised?
4. On what occasions do people need to be well organised?
5. Does everything need to be carefully prepared?
6. Do people usually need help from others when organising events?

57. Describe a special cake you received from someone

You should say:

• When it happened
• Where it happened
• Who gave you the cake
• And explain why it was special

Part 3

1. What are the differences between special foods in Vietnam and those in other countries?
2. Do people in Vietnam usually cook special food for important occasions?
3. Should special foods be easily available?
4. Why is food important during celebrations?

58. Describe something you did to learn another language

You should say:

• What language you learned
• What you did
• How it helped you learn the language
• And explain how you felt about it

Part 3

1. What difficulties do people face when learning a language?
2. Do you think learning foreign languages is important? Why?
3. What is the best way to practise speaking a foreign language?
4. Why do some people learn languages more easily than others?

59. Describe a place you would like to visit in your free time

You should say:

• Where it is
• What you would do there
• How long you would stay
• And explain why you would like to visit it

Part 3

1. Do people prefer to plan their trips in advance?
2. Why do places with historical attractions often develop tourism?
3. Why do people usually travel?
4. Why can living in a tourist city involve more noise?

60. Describe a person who works for a successful company

You should say:

• Who this person is
• What company he/she works for
• What his/her job involves
• And explain why you think the company is successful

Part 3

1. Would you like to start a family business?
2. What are the advantages of family businesses?
3. What are the disadvantages of family businesses?
4. What makes a company successful?

61. Describe an important river or lake in your country

You should say:

• Where it is located
• How large or long it is
• What it looks like
• And explain why it is important

Part 3

1. What water sports are popular in your country?
2. Are rivers and lakes important to a country?
3. How can rivers and lakes benefit local people?
4. Do rivers and lakes attract tourists?
5. How do rivers and lakes affect local tourism?
6. Are rivers and lakes useful for transport? Why or why not?

62. Describe a home that you like to visit but would not want to live in

You should say:

• Where it is
• What it is like
• Why you like visiting it
• And explain why you would not like to live there

Part 3

1. What are the differences between homes in cities and those in the countryside?
2. Do you prefer living in a city or in the countryside?
3. What safety risks are there in residential buildings in cities?
4. Is it expensive to decorate a house or apartment where you live?

63. Describe an environmental law you would like your country to introduce

You should say:

• What the law should be
• Why people should follow it
• Whether you think it would be popular
• And explain how you feel about this law

Part 3

1. Is it important to take photos while travelling?
2. Can people trust other people’s travel journals on the Internet?
3. What factors affect how people feel about travel?
4. Why do people often share their travel experiences with others?

64. Describe a piece of local news that people were interested in

You should say:

• What it was about
• Where you saw or heard it
• Who was involved
• And explain why people were interested in it

Part 3

1. How do people usually get local news nowadays?
2. Do you think local news is more important than international news? Why or why not?
3. Why are some news stories more popular than others?
4. Does social media affect the way people receive news?

65. Describe a time when you got up early

You should say:

• When it was
• What you did
• Why you got up early
• And explain how you felt about it

Part 3

1. Is it good to arrive early in every situation?
2. Do you know anyone who likes getting up early?
3. Why do some people get up early?
4. What kinds of occasions require people to arrive early?
5. Why do some people like staying up late?
6. What kinds of people prefer getting up early?

66. Describe a friend’s home that you visited and liked but would not want to live in

You should say:

• Whose home it was
• When and why you visited it
• What the home was like
• What you liked about it
• And explain why you would not want to live there

Part 3

1. What kinds of homes do people usually prefer to live in?
2. Why do some people prefer living in houses rather than apartments?
3. What are the advantages of living in a large house?
4. Do people need a lot of space in their homes?
5. What makes a home comfortable and pleasant to live in?
6. Why do some people enjoy visiting other people’s homes?
7. Do you think people’s homes reflect their personalities?
8. What factors should people consider when choosing a place to live?
9. Is it better to live in a city or in the countryside?
10. Do people’s preferences for homes change as they get older?