Urban Life & Family

IELTS speaking questions about city life and family dynamics, featuring IELTS speaking part1 scenarios for relatable and engaging practice in realistic contexts.

1

City Living

How many people are there in your family?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

Do you spend a lot of time with your family?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

What activities do you enjoy doing together?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

Who are you closest to in your family?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

Do you prefer living in a city or in the countryside?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

What do you like about city life?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

Is public transportation convenient in your city?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds

Would you consider moving to a smaller town?

Suggested duration: 30 seconds
2

Family Dynamics

Describe a family member you admire.

  • 1who this person is
  • 2how they are related to you
  • 3what qualities or achievements you admire
  • 4why this person is important to you
Suggested duration: 120 seconds

Describe a family tradition you enjoy.

  • 1what the tradition is
  • 2how long it has been in your family
  • 3how it is celebrated
  • 4why it is meaningful to you
Suggested duration: 120 seconds

Describe a city you have visited that you found interesting.

  • 1where it is located
  • 2what the city is known for
  • 3what you did there
  • 4why you found it interesting
Suggested duration: 120 seconds

Describe a problem that people face in urban areas.

  • 1what the problem is
  • 2how it affects people's lives
  • 3possible reasons for this problem
  • 4what can be done to address it
Suggested duration: 120 seconds
3

Society & Households

How have family structures changed in recent decades?

Suggested duration: 60 seconds

Is the concept of a traditional family still relevant today?

Suggested duration: 60 seconds

What are the main disadvantages of living in densely populated cities?

Suggested duration: 60 seconds

Do you think the concept of a 'smart city' will solve urban issues?

Suggested duration: 60 seconds

How do changing social values influence family structures?

Suggested duration: 60 seconds

Should governments provide more support for working parents?

Suggested duration: 60 seconds

How can cities address the issue of noise and light pollution?

Suggested duration: 60 seconds

Do you think vertical living (high-rises) is the future of urban areas?

Suggested duration: 60 seconds