Hobbies & Culture

IELTS speaking questions about personal interests and cultural connections, including IELTS speaking part1 and part2 prompts for varied discussion and exploration.

1

Personal Interests

What do you like to do in your free time?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

What hobbies do you have?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

How often do you engage in your hobbies?

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Why did you choose these hobbies?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

Is there a new hobby you’d like to try?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

Are there any cultural traditions your family follows?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

What aspect of your culture do you appreciate the most?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

Do you enjoy learning about other cultures?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

Have you experienced any cultural festivals recently?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds
2

Cultural Activities

Describe a hobby that you enjoy doing.

  • 1what the hobby is
  • 2how you first became interested in it
  • 3what equipment or resources are needed
  • 4why you find it enjoyable
Suggested duration: 120 seconds

Describe a hobby you would like to take up in the future.

  • 1what the hobby is
  • 2what you know about it
  • 3why it interests you
  • 4how you plan to start
Suggested duration: 120 seconds

Describe a traditional event or festival in your country.

  • 1what it is
  • 2how people celebrate it
  • 3what its significance is
  • 4why it is special to you
Suggested duration: 120 seconds

Describe a cultural practice or custom that you find interesting.

  • 1what it is
  • 2how you learned about it
  • 3why you find it interesting
  • 4what effect it has on people
Suggested duration: 120 seconds
3

Traditions & Pastimes

Why do people choose different hobbies?

Suggested duration: 60 seconds

Do you think hobbies should be taught in schools?

Suggested duration: 60 seconds

How does globalization affect local cultures?

Suggested duration: 60 seconds

Is it possible for a culture to remain authentic in a globalized world?

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Why do some hobbies become global trends while others remain niche?

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Do you think group hobbies have more benefits than solo pursuits?

Suggested duration: 60 seconds

What role does language play in preserving cultural identity?

Suggested duration: 60 seconds

Do cultural festivals help in passing traditions to younger generations?

Suggested duration: 60 seconds