2024 · Speaking
2024 IELTS Speaking Questions And Answer
Reported IELTS Speaking Part 1-3 themes for 2024. Practise free topic lists, then unlock sample answers on Pro.
These 2024 IELTS Speaking practice themes are collected from topics discussed by candidates and examiners worldwide, then rewritten as original simulations.
They are not predictions, leaked papers, or a guarantee of what will appear in any test.
Practise under timed conditions, review weak areas, and repeat each task with clearer language and more accurate detail.
We update these lists weekly as common themes change across test regions.
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Accommodation
Free samplesPart 1
- Which room do you use most often?
- What would you like to change about your home?
- Is your neighbourhood a convenient place to live?
- Would you prefer to live in a house or an apartment?
- What kind of home do you live in?
Part 2
Describe a room where you enjoy spending time
You should say:
- what it looks like
- who uses it
- why it is memorable to you
- where it is
Part 3
- Should governments control the cost of renting?
- What features will homes need in the future?
- Why do some people move home frequently?
- Why are homes becoming smaller in some cities?
- How does housing affect quality of life?
Education
Free samplesPart 1
- Where do you usually study?
- Do you prefer practical or theoretical lessons?
- What would you like to learn next?
- Did a teacher ever change your interest in a subject?
- What subject did you enjoy most at school?
Part 2
Describe a teacher who helped you
You should say:
- when it happened
- who was involved
- why it was useful
- what it was about
Part 3
- Should students choose all their own subjects?
- Why do some adults return to education?
- How can teachers encourage curiosity?
- How should schools prepare students for adult life?
- What are the limits of online education?
Weather
Part 1
- Does the weather affect your plans?
- How do you usually check the forecast?
- Is the climate in your area changing?
- Would you like to live in a different climate?
- What weather do you enjoy most?
Part 2
Describe your favourite season
You should say:
- where you were
- what the weather was like
- how you felt about it
- when it was
Part 3
- Should people change their habits because of climate change?
- Why do extreme weather events receive so much attention?
- How can communities prepare for severe weather?
- Why are weather forecasts important?
- How does climate influence the way cities are designed?
Technology And Apps
Part 1
- Do you enjoy learning to use new technology?
- When do you switch off your phone?
- Has an app recently made a task easier for you?
- What piece of technology would you replace?
- Which app do you use most often?
Part 2
Describe a piece of technology you learned to use
You should say:
- how you use it
- when you first used it
- why it is useful to you
- what it is
Part 3
- Why do some people avoid new technology?
- How might artificial intelligence change daily life?
- What responsibility do app companies have for privacy?
- How does technology affect attention?
- Should children have limits on screen time?
Travel
Part 1
- What do you prepare before a trip?
- Do you prefer travelling alone or with others?
- Which form of transport do you enjoy most?
- Is there a place you would like to revisit?
- How often do you travel?
Part 2
Describe a place you would like to revisit
You should say:
- how you travelled
- who went with you
- why the journey was memorable
- where you went
Part 3
- What are the disadvantages of cheap air travel?
- Will virtual experiences reduce the need to travel?
- How can travellers behave more responsibly?
- Why has international travel become more popular?
- How can tourism benefit smaller communities?
Environment
Part 1
- Is recycling convenient where you live?
- When do you spend time in nature?
- Have you changed any habits to protect the environment?
- Which environmental problem concerns you most?
- Do you try to reduce waste at home?
Part 2
Describe an environmental project you know about
You should say:
- what you saw or did there
- who you were with
- why the experience mattered
- where it is
Part 3
- Why do some environmental campaigns fail to change behaviour?
- What can schools teach children about conservation?
- Can economic growth and environmental protection work together?
- How can cities make environmentally friendly choices easier?
- Should companies be responsible for the waste they create?
Shopping
Part 1
- What do you usually enjoy buying?
- Do you compare prices before making a purchase?
- Have your shopping habits changed recently?
- Do you prefer large shops or small local stores?
- How often do you shop online?
Part 2
Describe a shop where you enjoy spending time
You should say:
- where and when you bought it
- how you chose it
- why you were pleased with it
- what it was
Part 3
- Should advertising to children be more strictly controlled?
- What makes customers loyal to a particular brand?
- How might shopping change in the next twenty years?
- How has online shopping changed town centres?
- Why do people sometimes buy things they do not need?
Media And News
Part 1
- Which kinds of news interest you most?
- Do you discuss news stories with other people?
- Have you ever stopped following a news source?
- How often do you watch television programmes?
- How do you usually get the news?
Part 2
Describe a programme that taught you something
You should say:
- where you saw or heard it
- who was involved
- why it caught your attention
- what it was about
Part 3
- How can people judge whether a news source is reliable?
- What role should public broadcasters play?
- Will traditional newspapers disappear completely?
- Why is misinformation able to spread so quickly?
- Should social media companies decide which news people see?
Celebrations
Part 1
- How do you usually celebrate your birthday?
- Do you prefer large or small celebrations?
- Have celebrations changed since you were a child?
- Is there a celebration you would like to attend?
- What celebrations do you enjoy most?
Part 2
Describe a special meal connected with a celebration
You should say:
- where and when it happened
- who took part
- why you remember it
- what was celebrated
Part 3
- Should governments spend money on large public events?
- Why do some traditions survive while others disappear?
- Can celebrations help different cultures understand one another?
- Why are public celebrations important to communities?
- How have commercial influences changed traditional festivals?