IELTS Speaking Part 1: PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION and NAMES
Here are some common questions that you may be asked in the IELTS Speaking Exam.
Follow the steps below:
- Look at the question carefully and think about some ideas for this.
- Pay atttention to suggested ideas to see whether they can help build up your answers.
- Try to use the phrases provided to structure your answers in the more appropriate way.
- Answer the question.
- Read the sample answer at the end to see what you can learn from it.
- Learn some useful vocabulary related to the topic.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
1. Do you use public transportation?
– Ideas: You might use public transportation such as buses, trains, or subways to get to work, school, or other destinations. Think about the reasons why you use public transportation.
– Useful phrases: “Yes, I use public transportation…”, “I find that public transportation is [adjective] because…”, “Using public transportation allows me to [activity or purpose]…”
2. What is the most common form of public transportation in your city?
– Ideas: Your city might have common forms of public transportation such as buses, trains, or trams. Think about the type of public transportation that is most prevalent in your city.
– Useful phrases: “The most common form of public transportation in my city is…”, “I think that this mode of transportation is popular because…”, “I use this mode of transportation because it’s [adjective] and [adjective]…”
3. What do you like and dislike about public transportation?
– Ideas: You might like public transportation because it’s convenient, affordable, or environmentally friendly. You might dislike public transportation because it can be crowded, unreliable, or uncomfortable. Think about the advantages and disadvantages of public transportation.
– Useful phrases: “I like public transportation because…”, “One disadvantage of public transportation is…”, “Although public transportation has some drawbacks, overall I find it [adjective] because…”
4. How often do you use public transportation?
– Ideas: You might use public transportation daily, weekly, or occasionally. Think about the frequency with which you typically use public transportation.
– Useful phrases: “I use public transportation [frequency]…”, “I find that using public transportation is a good way to [purpose or benefit]…”, “Although I don’t always use public transportation, I try to use it when [circumstance or situation]…”
5. Do you think public transportation is important?
– Ideas: Public transportation can have benefits such as reducing traffic congestion, improving air quality, or providing access to transportation for low-income individuals. Think about the positive impacts that public transportation can have on communities.
– Useful phrases: “I think that public transportation is important because…”, “Using public transportation helps to [purpose or benefit]…”, “Although public transportation can have some drawbacks, it’s a crucial part of [city or community]…”
6. What can be done to improve public transportation in your city?
– Ideas: Your city might need improvements such as better routes, more frequent service, or safer vehicles. Think about the changes that could be made to improve public transportation in your city.
– Useful phrases: “One way to improve public transportation in my city is to…”, “I think that [change or improvement] would make public transportation more [adjective]…”, “Although there are challenges to improving public transportation, [action or solution] could help to address these issues…”
NAMES
1. What is your name?
– Ideas: You might have a common name, a unique name, or a name with cultural significance. Think about the origin and meaning of your name.
– Useful phrases: “My name is…”, “My name [does/doesn’t] have a special meaning…”, “I like my name because [reason]…”
2. Does your name have any special meaning?
– Ideas: Your name might have a meaning that relates to a specific characteristic, virtue, or cultural tradition. Think about the significance of your name.
– Useful phrases: “Yes, my name means…”, “I think that my name reflects my [personality trait or characteristic]…”, “I like my name because it connects me to my [culture or heritage]…”
3. What are some common names in your country?
– Ideas: Your country might have popular names such as John, Maria, or Muhammad. Think about the names that are common in your country.
– Useful phrases: “Some common names in my country are…”, “I think that these names are popular because…”, “Although these names are common, some people choose to have more [unique or uncommon] names…”
4. Do you know the meaning of your friends’ names?
– Ideas: Your friends might have names with specific meanings or cultural significance. Think about the names of your friends and their meanings.
– Useful phrases: “Yes, I know the meaning of my friends’ names…”, “I think that their names reflect their [personality trait or characteristic]…”, “Some of my friends have names that are [unique or uncommon], which makes them stand out…”
5. Would you like to change your name?
– Ideas: You might have considered changing your name for personal or cultural reasons. Think about whether you would like to change your name and why.
– Useful phrases: “I [do/do not] want to change my name because…”, “Although I like my name, sometimes I wish it was more [unique or uncommon]…”, “If I were to change my name, I would choose [name] because [reason]…”
6. What is the significance of names in your culture?
– Ideas: Your culture might place importance on names as a way to convey identity, family ties, or cultural heritage. Think about the significance of names in your culture.
– Useful phrases: “In my culture, names are important because…”, “Names can reflect a person’s [family background or cultural heritage]…”, “Although names are important, some people choose to have more [unique or uncommon] names to stand out…”
