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IELTS-Blog::IELTS test in Australia – February 2015 (General Training)

IELTS-Blog::IELTS test in Australia – February 2015 (General Training)

IELTS test in Australia – February 2015 (General Training)

Posted: 11 Feb 2015 02:30 AM PST

Three IELTS test takers from Australia (thanks G, A and M!) remembered the following questions from a recent exam:

Writing testIELTS test in Australia

Writing task 1 (a letter)

You saw an advertisement requiring volunteers for an organisation that helps children. Write a letter and offer to volunteer part time. Include the following in your letter:

- Why are you applying for this position?
- What makes you suitable for it?
- When will you be available?

Writing Task 2 (an essay)

Some people believe that computers help to make the world a better place. To what extent do you agree or disagree? 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?
- What subject did you study?
- Do you like to write emails?
- Do you prefer to receive a phone call or an email?
- What type of emails do you receive mostly?
- What type of email is hard to write for you? Why?

Cue Card

Talk about news that you saw on TV or the Internet recently. Please say

- When and where was it?
- What was the news?
- How did you feel after that?

Discussion

- What news would you like to see on TV?

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