IELTS test in the USA – September 2013 (General Training)

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IELTS test in the USA – September 2013 (General Training)
Posted: 18 Oct 2013 03:30 AM PDT

Our kind friend S shared the questions he remembered from the Writing and Speaking sections of his exam in the USA:

Writing test
Writing task 1 (a letter)

Write a complaint letter to the manager of a sports complex about a problem with the staff (non-action of staff in spite of repeated complaints).

Writing Task 2 (an essay)

Some say good teachers are important for successful education, while others say the attitude of a student is more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Speaking test
Interview

• - What is your full name?
• - Can I see your ID?
• - Where are you from?
• - Do you work or study?
• - Who usually cooks in your home?
• - Have you ever cooked?
• - How was it?
• - Do people in your country watch cooking shows?

Cue Card

Talk about a country that you find interesting (except your own). Please say

• - Why is it interesting to you?
• - What would you like to do in this country?
• - When do you plan to visit this country?

Discussion

• - Do you think promotion of tourism is good for economy?
• - What is the bad side of tourism in your opinion?
• - Do you think it is important to maintain peaceful relations with the neighbouring countries?