Speaking Questions asked in October 2023

Date: 27 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Living

i. Where are you living now?
ii. Do people of different age groups live in your area?
iii. What do you like most about where you live?
iv. What is the neighborhood like where you live?
v. Do you have any friends there?
vi. What can be improved in the area where you live?
vii. Do you know any famous people in the area where you live?
viii. Do you intend to stay in this area in the future?

Date: 27 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Geography

i. Do you like geography?
ii. Do you think geography is useful?
iii. Are you good at reading a map?
iv. Do you want to be a geographer in the future?

Date: 27 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Running

i. Do you like running?
ii. Where do you run?
iii. Which places do you think are perfect for running?
iv. Do you think running is a good way to stay healthy?

Date: 27 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Ambition

i. Do you think you are an ambitious person?
ii. What was your dream when you were a child?
iii. What is your main ambition in life now?
iv. Are you the kind of person who never gives up on the dream?

Date: 27 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Rain

i. Do you like rainy days?
ii. Does it rain much in your city?
iii. Would you like to live in a dry or wet place?

Date: 27 October 2023
Part 2:
Topic – Traveling

Describe a place in your country that you think is interesting.
You should say:
• where it is
• how you knew it
• what special features it has
and explain why you are interested in it.

Date: 27 October 2023
Part 3:
Topic – Traveling

i. How can people access travel information?
ii. Do people have different personalities in different regions of your country?
iii. What causes the differences between different regions of your country?
iv. ls an excellent tourist destination also a good place to live?

Date: 27 October 2023
Part 2:
Topic – Reading

Describe a book that you have read many times.
You should say:
• what the book is about
• how often you read this book
• why you read it
and explain why you read it more than once.

Date: 27 October 2023
Part 3:
Topic – Reading

i. Do you think people need to develop the habit of reading? Why?
ii. Do you think e-books will make people read more? Why?
iii. Do people prefer e-books or paper books in your country?
iv. Do you think parents reading stories to their children is necessary?

Date: 27 October 2023
Part 2:
Topic – Science

Describe one area of science (medicine, physics, etc.) that interests you.
You should say:
• what it is
• when you knew it
• how you knew it
and explain why it sounds interesting to you.

Date: 27 October 2023
Part 3:
Topic – Science

i. Why do some children not like learning science at school?
ii. Should children be encouraged to learn science?
iii. Should people be encouraged to learn science after graduation?
iv. How do you get to know about scientific news?

Date: 27 October 2023
Part 2:
Topic – Personality

Describe an interesting person you never met, but would like to know more about him/her.
You should say:
• who this person is
• how you knew him/her
• why you think he/she is interesting
and explain how you feel about this person.

Date: 27 October 2023
Part 3:
Topic – Personality

i. Are there any differences in the relationship between you and your friends and between you and other people?
ii. Do people feel lonely in crowded cities?
iii. Can clothing tell and reveal a person’s personality?
iv. Why do individuals from the same family have different personalities?

Date: 27 October 2023
Part 2:
Topic – Invention

Describe an invention that is useful in your daily life.
You should say:
• what the invention was
• what it can do
• how popular it is
and explain whether it is difficult or easy to use.

Date: 27 October 2023
Part 3:
Topic – Invention

i. What qualities do inventors have?
ii. Do all inventions bring benefits to our world?
iii. Do you think people not educated in school can invent things?
iv. Who should support and sponsor inventions, governments or private companies?

Date: 19 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Home

i. Do you live in a house or a flat?
ii. Why do you live in an apartment/house?
iii. How long have you lived there?
iv. What do you like the most about it?
v. What is your favorite room? Why?
vi. Can you describe the view from your windows?
vii. Do you plan to live there in the future?
viii. What are the advantages of living in your own home?
ix. What kind of accommodation do you wish to have in the future?
x. Can you tell me about your house when you were a child?

Date: 19 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Transport

i. How do you go to work/school?
ii. How far is it from your home to work/school?
iii. What is the most popular means of transportation in your hometown?
iv. Do you think people will drive more in the future?

Date: 19 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Friends

i. Do you have many friends?
ii. How important are friends to you?
iii. Where do you often meet?
iv. What do you usually do with your friends?

Date: 19 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Clothing

i. What type of clothes do you like to wear?
ii. Do you prefer casual clothes or smart clothes?
iii. How much time do you spend choosing clothes every day?
iv. Did you choose your clothes when you were young?

Date: 19 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Bike

i. Did you have a bike when you were young?
ii. Did you ride a bike when you were little?
iii. Did you ride a bike to school?
iv. Did you ride a bike when you go out now?

Date: 19 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Noise

i. Do you like to stay in a noisy place?
ii. Are there any quiet places in your city?
iii. Do people have the right to make noise?
iv. Do you like loud music?

Date: 19 October 2023
Part 2:
Topic – Foreigner

Describe a foreigner who can speak your language well.
You should say:
• who he/she is
• how you know him/her
• why he/she can speak your language well
and explain how you feel about this person.

Date: 19 October 2023
Part 3:
Topic – Foreigner

i. When do students in your country start to learn foreign languages?
ii. What qualities should a language teacher have?
iii. Do you have any techniques for learning languages?
iv. Do you think it is faster for children to learn languages than adults?
v. How does technology influence language learning?

Date: 19 October 2023
Part 2:
Topic – Communication

Describe a time when you talked to a group of people.
You should say:
• when it happened
• who you talked to
• why you gave this talk
and explain how you felt about the talk.

Date: 19 October 2023
Part 3:
Topic – Communication

i. What benefits does the Internet bring to communication?
ii. Which one is better, being a talker or a listener?
iii. What qualities does a person need to have to be a communicator?

Date: 19 October 2023
Part 2:
Topic – Change

Describe a period that changed your life.
You should say:
• when it was
• who you were with
• what happened during that period
and explain how it changed your life.

Date: 19 October 2023
Part 3:
Topic – Change

i. Do you like new things or changes in life?
ii. Why do people quit and change jobs?
iii. Do children like changing schools?

Date: 19 October 2023
Part 2:
Topic – Ideas

Describe a person who has interesting ideas or opinions.
You should say:
• who this person is
• how you knew him/her
• what this person does
and explain why you think his/her ideas or opinions are interesting.

Date: 19 October 2023
Part 3:
Topic – Ideas

i. How do inventors and philosophers come up with new ideas?
ii. Do you think children should have their own opinions?
iii. Why do children often have similar opinions to their parents?
iv. Do you think teachers influence students’ opinions?

Date: 16 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Work

i. What subjects are you studying?
ii. Why did you decide to study those subjects?
iii. Do you like your subject?
iv. Do you prefer to study in the mornings or the afternoons?
v. Do you miss being a student?
vi. Is it exciting?
vii. Are you looking forward to working?
viii. How much time do you spend on your studies each week?
ix. Do you want to change your major?
x. What changes would you like to see in your school?
xi. What work do you do?
xii. Do you like your job?
xiii. Why did you choose to do that type of work (or that job)?
xiv. What technology do you use at work?
xv. Who helps you the most? And how?
xvi. Do you want to change to another job?

Date: 16 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Help

i. Do you usually help people around you?
ii. How do you help people around you?
iii. Do your parents teach you how to help others?
iv. What have you done to help the elderly?

Date: 16 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Cinema

i. Did you usually go to the cinema when you were a child?
ii. Do you often go to the cinema with your friends?
iii. Do you still like the same kind of movie you liked as a child?
iv. What genres of films do you like?
v. Do you think going to the cinema is a good way to spend time with friends?

Date: 16 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Ice Cream

i. Do you like ice cream?
ii. Did you eat ice cream when you were a child?
iii. Are there any shops selling ice cream near the place where you live?
iv. Can you make ice cream by yourself?

Date: 16 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Language

i. What languages do you speak?
ii. Why do you learn English?
iii. Do you think it’s challenging to learn a new language?
iv. Will you learn another in the future?

Date: 16 October 2023
Part 2:
Topic – Waiting

Describe a time when you waited a long time for a nice thing.
You should say:
• what you waited for
• where you waited
• why it was special
and explain how you felt while you were waiting.

Date: 16 October 2023
Part 3:
Topic – Waiting

i. On what occasions do people have to wait for a long time?
ii. What do people usually do while waiting?
iii. Why do most children have difficulties waiting for a long time?
iv. Do people queue consciously while waiting for the subway train?

Date: 16 October 2023
Part 2:
Topic – Clothing

Describe a piece of clothing you wear most often.
You should say:
• what it is
• how often you wear it
• what it is like
and explain why you enjoy wearing it.

Date: 16 October 2023
Part 3:
Topic – Clothing

i. When do people wear formal clothes?
ii. What is the difference between the clothes of older people and the young people in your country?
iii. Do the people living in south India (warmer) wear different clothes from those living in the north (colder)?
iv. Do you think students like to wear uniforms?

Date: 16 October 2023
Part 2:
Topic – Bad Service

Describe a bad service you received in a restaurant or shop.
You should say:
• when and where it happened
• what happened
• how you dealt with it
and explain how you felt about the experience.

Date: 16 October 2023
Part 3:
Topic – Bad Service

i. How do most people respond to bad services?
ii. Do you think most restaurants and shops provide better services than before?
iii. Why do some people remain silent when receiving bad service?
iv. What would you do as a boss to prevent bad service?

Date: 16 October 2023
Part 2:
Topic – Popular

Describe a popular person.
You should say:
• who he/she is
• what he/she has done
• why he/she is popular
and explain how you feel about him/her.

Date: 16 October 2023
Part 3:
Topic – Popular

i. Why do some students want to become popular?
ii. What kinds of people are more popular at school?
iii. Do you think a good teacher should become popular?

Date: 11 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Living

i. Where are you living now?
ii. Do people of different age groups live in your area?
iii. What do you like most about where you live?
iv. What is the neighborhood like where you live?
v. Do you have any friends there?
vi. What can be improved in the area where you live?
vii. Do you know any famous people in the area where you live?
viii. Do you intend to stay in this area in the future?

Date: 11 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Day Off

i. Do you usually spend your day off with your parents or friends?
ii. What do you often do on your day off?
iii. When was your last day off?

Date: 11 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Chatting

i. Do you often chat with friends?
ii. Do you prefer to chat online or face-to-face?
iii. Do you prefer group chat and individual chat?
iv. What will you do if you disagree with others?

Date: 11 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Bags

i. Do you usually carry a bag?
ii. What kinds of bags do you like?
iii. Do you often change bags?

Date: 11 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Robots

i. How do robots affect our lives?
ii. Are you interested in robots?
iii. Did you like any films about robots when you were a child?
iv. Do you use robots in daily life?
v. Will you feel comfortable in a car driven by a robot?

Date: 11 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Focus

i. Could you stay focused in class when you were a child?
ii. What do you do to help you concentrate?
iii. Is it difficult for you to stay focused on something?
iv. When do you need to be focused?

Date: 11 October 2023
Part 2:
Topic – Cooking

Describe a person you know who likes to cook for others.
You should say:
• who this person is
• what he/she likes to cook
• how this person learned to cook
and explain why this person likes to cook for others.

Date: 11 October 2023
Part 3:
Topic – Cooking

i. What do we need to prepare when we cook?
ii. Do you agree that food is an important part of the festivals in your country?
iii. Should children learn cooking in school?
iv. Are there any differences between cooking today and in the past?

Date: 11 October 2023
Part 2:
Topic – Memory

Describe a happy memory in your childhood.
You should say:
• what it was about
• who you were with
• what you did
and explain how you felt about it.

Date: 11 October 2023
Part 3:
Topic – Memory

i. Why do some people have a better memory than others?
ii. What kinds of things do people prefer to remember?
iii. What can people do to improve their memory?
iv. Why do some people remember more of their childhood than others?

Date: 11 October 2023
Part 2:
Topic – Park

Describe a park or a garden in your city.
You should say:
• where it is
• how often you go there
• what it is like
and explain why you like to visit it.

Date: 11 October 2023
Part 3:
Topic – Park

i. Do you think people should keep parks and gardens clean?
ii. Is public parks or gardens popular among people who live in cities?
iii. Do you like to grow flowers or vegetables?
iv. Do you think people of all ages like to go to parks?
v. What do old people like to do in parks?

Date: 11 October 2023
Part 2:
Topic – Home

Describe an apartment or a house that you would like to have.
You should say:
• what it is like
• where it would be
• why you would like to have such a place
and explain how you feel about the place.

Date: 11 October 2023
Part 3:
Topic – Home

i. What’s the difference between an apartment and a house?
ii. What is the most common architectural style of buildings in your country?
iii. What difficulties do people have living in the city?
iv. What can be done to reduce the stress of city life?

Date: 11 October 2023
Part 2:
Topic – Advertisement

Describe a good advertisement that you think is useful.
You should say:
• where you can see it
• what it is about
• why you think it is useful
and explain how you feel about it.

Date: 11 October 2023
Part 3:
Topic – Advertisement

i. How do you feel about online advertising?
ii. Are there any great online advertisements?
iii. Why does buying new things make people happy?
iv. Do people still watch useless advertisements nowadays?

Date: 06 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Hometown

i. Where is your hometown?
ii. Do you like your hometown? Why?
iii. How long have you been living in your hometown?
iv. Do you believe it is a proper place to grow up? Why
v. How could your hometown be improved?
vi. Has your hometown changed much since you were a child?
vii. Is there good public transportation in your hometown?
viii. Will you be moving away from your hometown?

Date: 06 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Coffee

i. Do people like tea and coffee nowadays?
ii. Do you prefer tea or coffee to serve your guests?
iii. When was the last time you had a cup of coffee?
iv. Do you usually buy your coffee in a coffee shop?

Date: 06 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Gifts

i. What gifts do you want?
ii. Are you good at choosing gifts?
iii. Have you given other gifts made by you?

Date: 06 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Health

i. How do you keep healthy?
ii. What is your favorite sport?
iii. Are there any classes about keeping healthy in your school?
iv. Do you have any advice on keeping healthy for youngsters?

Date: 06 October 2023
Part 1:
Topic – Fishing

i. Is fishing popular in your country?
ii. Do you like eating fish?
iii. Have you ever been to a place with lots of fish around you?
iv. Have you ever seen any movies with lots of fish?

Date: 06 October 2023
Part 2:
Topic – Electronics

Describe a time when you solve a problem by using a computer.
You should say:
• what the problem was
• how you solved the problem
• how long it took to solve this problem
and explain how you felt about this experience.

Date: 06 October 2023
Part 3:
Topic – Electronics

i. Where can people learn to use electronic devices?
ii. Do you think social media platforms like YouTube are good places for people to learn to use electronic devices?
iii. Do you think current electronic devices are better than those in the past?
iv. Why do people often have problems when using new products?

Date: 06 October 2023
Part 2:
Topic – Games

Describe a game you played in your childhood.
You should say:
• what the game was
• where you played it
• who you played it with
and explain how you felt about the game.

Date: 06 October 2023
Part 3:
Topic – Games

i. Do you think children today still like to play traditional games compared to computer games?
ii. Do young people want to play alone or with others?
iii. Is winning important in games?
iv. What can you learn from games?

Date: 06 October 2023
Part 2:
Topic – Sports

Describe a sports program you like to watch.
You should say:
• what it is
• where you watch it
• who you watch it with
explain why you like to watch this sport.

Date: 06 October 2023
Part 3:
Topic – Sports

i. Which sport do you think most people like to do? Why?
ii. What are the benefits of exercise?
iii. Do you think children should receive education in school about keeping fit and healthy and eating healthily?
iv. What can be done to get children into sports?
v. What is the difference between watching sports on TV and watching live?

Date: 06 October 2023
Part 2:
Topic – Rules

Describe a rule that is important in your school or at work.
You should say:
• what the rule is about
• what will happen if people break the rule
• why you think it is important
and explain how you feel about the rule.

Date: 06 October 2023
Part 3:
Topic – Rules

i. What rules should people follow when using public transport?
ii. Do parents in your country ask their children to obey the rules?
iii. What kinds of rules should be made at home?

Date: 06 October 2023
Part 2:
Topic – Photos

Describe a photo that makes you happy.
You should say:
• what the photo is like
• when and where you took this photo
• how often you watch it
and explain why this photo makes you happy.

Date: 06 October 2023
Part 3:
Topic – Photos

i. Do people take more photos now than before?
ii. Do you think equipment is important to photography?
iii. Do you think being a professional photographer is a good job?