IELTS Speaking New Topics Week 31 (Updated 2 Aug 2026)

1. Do you work or are you a student?
2. What do you usually do in the evening?
3. Do you prefer to spend free time alone or with others?
4. How often do you use public transport?
5. Have your neighbourhood shops changed recently?
6. Do you enjoy cooking at home?
7. What kind of weather do you like most?
8. Do you often take photos with your phone?

Card 1: Describe a time you helped a stranger

• When and where it happened
• Who the person was
• What you did
• And explain how you felt afterwards

Card 2: Describe a park or public garden you like

• Where it is
• How often you go there
• What people do there
• And explain why you enjoy it

1. Why do some people avoid talking to strangers?
2. Should cities build more free public spaces?
3. How has technology changed the way neighbours interact?
4. Do you think volunteering should be part of school life?

1. 1Day 1–2Finish all Part 1 items aloud (reason + example each).
2. 2Day 3–5One Part 2 card per day: 1 minute notes, up to 2 minutes speaking, one rewrite.
3. 3Day 6–7Answer every Part 3 prompt with compare / speculate language, then check Pro samples.

• ✓Part 1: answer in 2-3 sentences (direct answer + reason + short example).
• ✓Part 2: cover every bullet; keep a beginning, middle and personal reaction.
• ✓Part 3: compare, speculate and evaluate - avoid one-word answers.
• ✓Record once, listen for long pauses and repeated fillers, then re-record.