IELTS test in India – August 2018 – Academic Module

Writing test

Writing task 1 : a report

We were given a flow chart of tea manufacturing process. There were three types of tea coming out of this process: a black leaf tea and two types of green tea

Writing task 2 : an essay

In some countries it is illegal for employers to reject job applications on the basis of age criteria. Is it a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own experience

Speaking test

Interview

? What is your full name –
? Can I see your ID –
? Where are you from –
? Do you work or study –
? What do you do –
? Where do you live now –
? How far is it from here –
? Do you like to select gifts for others? Why –
? What was the last gift you received –
? When was it –
? Did you like it –
? Are there any gifts you received and didn’t like –
? How do people enjoy their family –
? What do people do together with family –

Cue Card

Talk about an older person that you know well. Please say

? Who is he/she –
? How often do you meet him/her –
? What do you usually do together –

Discussion

? How do you enjoy when you meet older people –
? People today find less time to spend with their kids. Is it fair –
? Both parents usually work today. What effect does this have on children –
? Do you think people spend less time with family today compared to the past –
? What should people do to spend more time with their kids –
? Should one parent give up a job to spend time with family –