Education & Literature

IELTS speaking example questions on academic pursuits and literary works, featuring IELTS speaking part1 dialogues for authentic expression and in-depth insight.

1

Academic Life

What did you study in university?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

Do you think education is important?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

What did you study in university?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

What was your favorite subject in school?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

What did you study in university (or school)?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

Which subject did you find most interesting?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

Do you prefer studying alone or with others?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

Would you like to study something new in the future?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

Do you enjoy reading books?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

What kind of books do you like to read?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

Have you ever tried writing a story or poem?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

Who is your favorite author?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds
2

Written Works

Describe a course or subject you found particularly interesting.

  • 1what the course or subject was
  • 2why you chose to study it
  • 3what you learned
  • 4why you found it interesting
Suggested duration: 120 seconds

Describe a teacher who inspired you.

  • 1who the teacher was
  • 2what subject they taught
  • 3how they inspired you
  • 4how you benefited from their teaching
Suggested duration: 120 seconds

Describe a book that had a strong influence on you.

  • 1what the book is about
  • 2how you came across it
  • 3why you found it influential
  • 4how it changed your perspective
Suggested duration: 120 seconds

Describe a writer or poet you admire.

  • 1who they are
  • 2how you discovered their work
  • 3what kind of writing they produce
  • 4why you admire them
Suggested duration: 120 seconds
3

School & Books

What are the main differences between studying online and in a traditional classroom?

Suggested duration: 60 seconds

How can educational institutions adapt to technological advancements?

Suggested duration: 60 seconds

What impact does literature have on society?

Suggested duration: 60 seconds

Why might traditional reading habits be declining?

Suggested duration: 60 seconds

How can schools better prepare students for the modern job market?

Suggested duration: 60 seconds

Should universities focus more on practical training than theory?

Suggested duration: 60 seconds

How does modern technology influence reading habits?

Suggested duration: 60 seconds

Is reading physical books becoming a thing of the past?

Suggested duration: 60 seconds