IELTS test in Malaysia – October 2019 – General Training

Writing test

Writing task 1 : a letter

You have an English-speaking friend. You want to invite him/her to see a movie. Write a letter to your friend and say

. Describe the movie you want to see together –
? Why do you think he/she will be interested in it –
. Suggest where and when to meet before the movie –

Writing Task 2 : an essay

Some people believe that elderly employees are more useful to a company, while others believe that young employees are better. Discuss both views and give your own opinion

Speaking test

Interview

? What is your full name –
? Can I see your ID –
? Where are you from –
? Where do you live now –
? Do you live in a house or an apartment –
? What room in your house do you like the most –
? Do you work or study –
? What do you do –
? Do you smile a lot –
? When do you usually smile –
? What impact does a smile have on people –
? When do people laugh more –

Cue Card

Describe a person you know who speaks a few foreign languages fluently. Please say

? Who is that person –
? What languages does he/she speak –
? How does he/she use this ability –

Discussion

? Where and when did he/she learn those languages –
? Do you agree that English will become an international communication tool in the near future –
? Do you think people should learn a foreign language? Why –
? Do you like travelling –
? Would you like to have a job that requires a lot of travelling –
? What are the main challenges when visiting a new country –
? Does culture have any impact on a foreign language –
? Do people need to learn English –
? Is English easier to learn today, compared to the past –
. Some countries don’t encourage use of the English language –
? Do you think it can affect their development –