IELTS, Speaking
IELTS Speaking Part 1
The examiner asks short questions about familiar topics such as home, work and hobbies.
Format and scoring
| Skill | Speaking |
|---|---|
| How it's scored | Assessed on fluency and coherence, lexical resource, grammatical range and accuracy, and pronunciation. |
| Weight (estimate) | About 33% of your speaking score |
How to answer Speaking Part 1
- 1Answer directly.
- 2Add a reason or an example.
- 3Stop after two or three sentences.
Common mistakes
- One-word answers.
- Memorised answers that don't fit the question.
Sample question
Reading
Do you enjoy reading? What kinds of books did you read as a child? Do you prefer printed books or e-books? Why? Has technology changed how people read in your country?