🎓 IELTS Exam Prep

IELTS Speaking
Interactive Activities

Watch the video, then complete the activities below to practise key skills and vocabulary.

▶️ Watch the video first
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Comprehension Check

All Parts
❓Choose the correct answer for each question. There is only ONE correct answer.
Q1What is the main purpose of Part 1 of the IELTS Speaking test?
Q2In Part 1, the examiner asked Anna about her hometown. Which city is Anna from?
Q3What did Anna describe as the most interesting thing about her city?
Q4In Part 2, what item did Anna describe that was difficult to use at first?
Q5How long do you have to prepare before speaking in Part 2?
Q6In Part 3, what does the examiner expect you to do that is different from Part 2?
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Vocabulary Flash Cards

All Parts
🃏Tap each card to reveal the meaning. Try to guess before you flip!

👆 Tap a card to flip it

I'm quite fond of it
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A natural way to say "I like it" — sounds more sophisticated
"I'm quite fond of my hometown."
On a daily basis
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A stronger alternative to "every day"
"I use my laptop on a daily basis."
Coding literacy
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The ability to understand and write code — subject-specific vocabulary
"Coding literacy is increasingly important."
Quality of life
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A formal phrase for a good standard of living
"Good transport contributes to quality of life."
Learning curve
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How quickly or slowly you learn something new
"The learning curve was quite steep."
It finally began to click
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It started to become clear / I began to understand
"After practice, it finally began to click."
Profound shift
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A significant or deep change
"Technology caused a profound shift in education."
Augment
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To make something greater by adding to it — a sophisticated verb
"Technology should augment, not replace, skills."
Far outweigh the drawbacks
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The benefits are clearly much greater than the problems
"The benefits far outweigh the drawbacks."
Over-reliance
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Depending too much on something (noun form of "rely too much")
"There is a risk of over-reliance on technology."
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Match the Phrase

Part 2 Vocab
🔗Match each phrase from the video to its correct meaning by choosing from the dropdown menus.
Demystified the technical terms
Determined to master it
A steep learning curve
Overwhelming
A worthwhile investment
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Fill in the Blanks

Part 3 Vocab
✏️Complete each sentence with a word or phrase from the word bank below. Tap a word to insert it into the next empty box, OR type directly.
📚 Word Bank
upskill profound shift at their own pace valid concern over-reliance ultimately democratized augment

1. Technology has caused a in how we access information.

2. Online platforms allow people to without attending a formal course.

3. Learners can now study using internet resources.

4. The internet has education, making it available to everyone.

5. That is a — technology can make some things too easy.

6. There is a risk of if we depend on technology for every decision.

7. Technology should core skills, not replace them.

8. , educators must ensure technology is used thoughtfully.

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Key Tips – Quick Reference

All Parts
💡Tap each tip to read the advice from the video. Use these to improve your own speaking!
🗣️ Part 1: Be natural and fluent ▼
Don't try to use very difficult vocabulary just to impress. Focus on speaking clearly and at a natural pace. The examiner wants to hear you, not a memorised script.

❌ "Yes." ✅ "I'm quite keen on reading, especially historical fiction, as it's a great way to relax."
📏 Part 1: Extend your answers ▼
Give at least 2–3 sentences for each answer. A simple "yes" or "no" is not enough — explain why you feel that way, or give an example.

Instead of "Yes, I like reading" say: "Yes, I'm quite keen on reading, especially historical fiction, as it's a great way to relax after a long day."
👁️ Part 1: Maintain eye contact and smile ▼
Show confidence and engagement by making eye contact with the examiner. A natural smile helps you appear relaxed and engaged — and can actually help you speak more fluently!
⏱️ Part 2: Use preparation time wisely ▼
You have one minute to prepare. Write down a few key nouns (people, places, things) and adjectives to use. Do NOT write full sentences — just key ideas to guide you.

Topic: A difficult item → Notes: camera / hiking / overwhelming / online course / click
📖 Part 2: Structure your talk (past → present → future) ▼
Follow the points on the task card AND try to give your answer a clear structure: past (what happened), present (how you feel now), and future (what you might do). This shows grammatical range.

Past: "I found it overwhelming at first…" / Present: "Now I use it with confidence…" / Future: "I'd like to develop my skills further…"
🔗 Part 2 & 3: Use connectors ▼
Use linking phrases to move smoothly between ideas. This shows coherence.

  • Moving on to…
  • What I found particularly interesting was…
  • Furthermore / Moreover
  • On the other hand…
  • Ultimately / To sum up…
🔮 Part 3: Speculate and give opinions ▼
Use modal verbs and hedging phrases to discuss future trends or hypothetical ideas. This shows a flexible use of language.

  • It's likely that…
  • It seems to me that…
  • In my view…
  • I would imagine…
  • Could / May / Might
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Which Answer is Better?

Part 1 Skills
🏆Read both answers. Choose the one that would score higher in IELTS — and think about why!
📌 Examiner's Question

"Do you prefer studying alone or with others?"

📌 Examiner's Question

"How often do you use the internet?"

📌 Examiner's Question

"Is technology important in education?"

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Part 3 Discussion Practice

Part 3
🤔These are Part 3-style questions from the video. Choose the response that best uses the language techniques taught.
Q1The examiner asks: "How has technology changed the way people acquire new skills?" Which opening is most appropriate for Part 3?
Q2The examiner asks: "Some say technology in the classroom is a distraction. What's your view?" Which response shows the best technique?
Q3Which phrase is best for introducing a speculative opinion in Part 3?
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Sort the Connectors

Connectors
🔀Match each connector to its function by selecting from the dropdown menu.
In my view / It seems to me
Furthermore / Moreover
On the other hand / Nevertheless
Ultimately / To sum up
It's likely that / I would imagine
Good luck in your IELTS exam! 🍀
Keep practising — consistency is the key to a higher score.