Part 1 (Interview)
- What is your full name?
- Do you work or study?
- What is a day at work like for you?
- How do you manage your time at work?
- Who helps you the most at work?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Talk about a gift you would like to give to a friend. You should say
- who the friend is
- how long you have known him/her
- what the gift is
- and explain how you think he/she would feel about it.
Part 3 (Discussion)
- Do you often give gifts to your friends?
- What is important when choosing gifts for people?
- Do you think age and gender matter when choosing gifts?
- Is it difficult to find gifts for certain people?
- What other types of gifts do people you know give others?
- Did you enjoy car trips when you were a child?
- What kind of car would you like to buy?
- Does colour matter when buying a car?
Academic Writing Task 1
The table below shows the sales at a small restaurant in a downtown business district. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Academic Writing Task 2
Some people say that modern technology has made shopping easier, while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
General Writing Task 1
You rented a car from a car rental company. The air conditioner has stopped working. You phoned the company a week ago but it still has not been repaired. Write a letter to the company. In your letter
introduce yourself
explain the situation
say what action you would like the company to take
General Writing Task 2
Some people believe that professionals, such as doctors and engineers, should be required to work in the country where they did their training. Others believe they should be free to work in another country if they wish. Discuss views and give your own opinion.
Part 1 (Interview)
- What is your full name, please?
- Can I see your ID?
- Where are you from?
- What is your hometown like?
- Has your hometown changed since you were a child?
- Do you like playing any games?
- Do you have a favourite sport?
- How often do you play that sport?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Talk about a competition (such as sports, music or cooking) that you would like to participate in. You should say
- what it is
- what skills are required to participate
- what you have to do to compete
- and explain why you would like to participate in this competition.
Part 3 (Discussion)
- Is it important to participate in such competitions?
- Are there more competitions for young children or adults?
- Why do people take part in competitions?
- Why are some competition shows on TV so popular?
Academic Writing Task 1
The chart below gives information about how families in one country spent their weekly income in 1968 and in 2018. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make relevant comparisons.
Academic Writing Task 2
In many countries, people now wear western clothes such as suits and jeans rather than traditional clothing.
Why is this the case?
Is this a positive or negative development?
General Writing Task 1
You have taken a holiday cruise and were disappointed with the experience. Write a letter to the cruise provider. In your letter, say:
what went wrong
how you felt about it
what do you want to be done about it
General Writing Task 2
Some believe that education money should be spent on better computers while others believe it would be better spent on teachers. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Part 1 (Interview)
- Can I have your full name, please?
- Do you work or study?
- Where do you work?
- Do you like your work?
- Tell me about your routine at work.
- Do you have any support at work?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Describe the happiest moment of your life. You should say
- what it was
- when it happened
- who was there with you
- and explain why you think this was the happiest moment of your life.
Part 3 (Discussion)
- Are you an organsied person?
- Do you think being organised is a quality of a successful person?
- What can a disorganised person do to become organised?
- Do you think those who are more flexible tend to enjoy life better?
Academic Writing Task 1
The table and charts below give information on the police budget for 2017 and 2018 in one area of Britain. The table shows where the money came from, and the charts show how it was distributed. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and making relevant comparisons.
Academic Writing Task 2
Some believe that people should make efforts to fight climate change while others think it is better to learn to live with it. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
General Writing Task 1
You saw an advertisement for a tennis course in England but you have some problems and can’t stay for the whole course.
Write a letter to the course director. In your letter,
explain your interest in the course
describe your problems
find out whether a refund is possible if you leave early
General Writing Task 2
In many countries, people now wear western clothes such as suits and jeans rather than traditional clothing. Why is this the case? Is this a positive or negative development?
Academic Writing Task 1
The pie charts below show how dangerous waste products are dealt with in three countries.
Write a report for a university, lecturer describing the information shown below.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Academic Writing Task 2
Some people think that government is responsible for the rise in obesity in children.
Do you agree or disagree?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Writing task 1 (a letter)
You are going on a short trip to another country, where one of your friends lives. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
- Give the details of your trip
- Tel him/her about your plans
- Ask him/her some questions.
Writing task 2 (an essay)
Some people think that school children need to learn practical skills such as car maintenance or bank account management along with the academic subjects at school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Part 1 (Interview)
- Can I have your full name, please?
- May I see your ID?
- Where are you from?
- What is your city famous for?
- Do you use a mobile phone?
- When did you get your first mobile phone?
- Do you enjoy watching sports?
- Have you ever been to a live sporting event?
- Is it better to watch it with friends or on your own?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Describe something that surprised you. You should say
- what it was
- how you found out about it
- what you did
- and explain how it made you feel.
Part 3 (Discussion)
- Do you like surprises? Why or why not?
- Do you think doing things spontaneously is a good idea? Why?
- How do unexpected situations make people feel?
- Why do some people feel stressed when things don't go to plan?
Part 1 (Interview)
- What is your full name?
- Where are you from?
- What do you do, work or study? (I've answered 'work', so the examiner started asking questions related to work.)
- How do you feel at work?
- What do you usually do at your workplace?
- Do you prefer to call a colleague on the phone or send them an email?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Talk about a lesson that you remember well. You should say
- when and where it was
- who taught you the lesson
- what you learnt
- and explain why you remember the lesson well.
Part 3 (Discussion)
- What do you prefer to use to communicate, words or images?
- What things should people need to remember?
- How can people remember information better?
- How can people improve their memory?
Academic Writing Task 1
The line graph shows visits to and from the UK from 1979 to 1999, and the bar graph shows the most popular countries visited by UK residents in 1999.
Academic Writing Task 2
Some believe that money for education should mainly be spent on better computers while others believe it would be better spent on teachers.
Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
General Writing Task 1
There is a group of people in your community that needs help. Write a letter to your company director and say
Describe this group.
What kind of help do they need?
How will this group and the community benefit from it?
General Writing Task 2
Some claim that too much focus and resources have been spent protecting wild animals and birds. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
