Study: IELTS Speaking Part 1 Sample Answer

Janice Thompson,

Updated On Sep 12, 2023

Study: IELTS Speaking Part 1 Sample Answer

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Contents

1 Speaking Part 1
- 1.1 Vocabulary

In IELTS Speaking Part 1, to answer IELTS examiner’s questions in a natural and fluent way, you should focus on one idea only and then expand that idea into a long meaningful sentence using grammar patterns and vocabulary, which can help you get Band 8.0+ for IELTS Speaking.

Let’s practice it with some easy questions about a popular topic: Study.

Speaking Part 1

1 Are you studying or working?

I’m currently a senior at X University, which is one of the top schools in the nation. Admission is incredibly competitive, so I’m very proud of being a student here.

2 What are you studying?

Well, I’m majoring in Accountancy, so as you can guess, I deal a lot with numbers and figures day in, day out. It can be overwhelming at times, but I think that I have a knack for mathematics and calculations, so it’s okay.

3 Why did you choose to study that major?

There are many reasons for my choice. Primarily, I have an interest in Accountancy. Another reason could be because of Accountancy itself since I’ve found that my personality has changed positively. I’ve become more patient and skillful.

4 What’s the most difficult part of your study?

Well, for the most part, I’d say it’s the workload. I mean there are so many assignments, and students are always under a lot of pressure to meet deadlines. But on the other hand, exams are a piece of cake. They are entirely predictable, and I can pretty much breeze through them with a bit of revision.

5 What do you like most about your school?

I guess the aspect I find most enjoyable is the environment. I mean, I get to study in English-speaking classrooms, and the facilities are top-notch; I mean, all the classrooms are air-conditioned and equipped with projectors. My friends and teachers are all adorable, so, all in all, it’s a great place to study.

Vocabulary

Top-notch: Excellent
Eg: Columbia Asia is one of the top-notch hospitals in the city.
Senior: Final year university student
Eg: Messages had been circulated to all the senior figures in the industry.
Day in, day out: Continuously or repeatedly over a long period of time.
Eg: You should buy extra vitamin supplements to meet your children’s nutrition needs day in and day out
Have a knack for: To be exceptionally proficient at (doing) something
Eg: He had a knack for connecting with people
A piece of cake: Very easy
Eg: The job interview was a piece of cake for Jessy
Breeze (through): To easily complete or win something
Eg: The Indian team breezed through the Pakistanis in the first test match

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the ebook “IELTS Speaking Actual Tests & Suggested Answers (Ebook)” for Academic or General module?

The Speaking test does not vary for Academic and General module.

What does the ebook “IELTS Speaking Actual Tests & Suggested Answers (Ebook)” contain?

It offers the following: -> Latest IELTS Speaking actual tests in 2017 -> Band 9 model answers

Can I answer the questions with just a ‘yes’ or ‘no’?

By answering with just a ‘yes’ or ‘no’ you are not allowing the examiner to judge your language ability. Eventually, it will lead to poor scores.

What if I made some mistakes while Speaking?

It is quite common to make mistakes. But when you are conscious that you have made a mistake, attempt to correct them even as you are speaking. By doing this, you are letting the examiner know your abilities in grammar and vocabulary.

Is it ok to have a few “Umms” and “Aahs” while Speaking?

You should avoid using them, as much as possible. By using “Umms” and “Aahs” you are hinting the examier that you are in search of words.

Janice Thompson

Soon after graduating with a Master’s in Literature from Southern Arkansas University, she joined an institute as an English language trainer. She has had innumerous student interactions and has produced a couple of research papers on English language teaching. She soon found that non-native speakers struggled to meet the English language requirements set by foreign universities. It was when she decided to jump ship into IELTS training. From then on, she has been mentoring IELTS aspirants. She joined IELTSMaterial about a year ago, and her contributions have been exceptional. Her essay ideas and vocabulary have taken many students to a band 9.