IELTS test in the UAE – September 2013 (Academic Module)

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IELTS test in the UAE – September 2013 (Academic Module)
Posted: 15 Oct 2013 03:30 AM PDT

This update from the IELTS exam in the UAE was shared by E, who remembered the Writing and Speaking questions:

Writing test
Writing task 1 (a report)

We were given three bar charts showing water and air temperature of 3 different lakes. We had to summarize and compare information where relevant.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Modern technology has an influence on schools today. Do you think teachers will still have a role in 2050 or the study process will be completely computerised?

Speaking test
Interview

• - What is your full name?
• - Can I see your ID?
• - Where are you from?
• - Do you work or study?
• - What subject are you studying?
• - Why do you think people choose such a subject in your country?
• - Do you like reading books?
• - What type of books do you read?
• - Are you reading a book presently?
• - Would you like to write a book in the future?

Cue Card

Talk about a nice place (school, office, or club) that you know well. Please say

• - Why is the place so distinct?
• - With whom did you go there?
• - What did you experience there?

Discussion

• - Do you think that unpaid jobs affect the community?
• - What is your opinion about people who work from home?
• - Would you do it yourself?