IELTS Speaking Questions, Model Answers & Vocabulary

Part 1Topic 1 - Work & CareersEasy-Intermediate

What do you plan to do in the future?

Bạn dự định sẽ làm gì trong tương lai?

[A]Answer

In the future, I plan to build more experience in marketing and move into a management role.

[R]Reason

I want to pursue steady career progression before deciding whether I need a postgraduate degree.

[E]Example / Extension

Ideally, I would also work on international projects and improve my leadership skills.

Part 1Topic 1 - Work & CareersEasy-Intermediate

What do you like/dislike about your job?

Bạn thích/không thích điều gì ở công việc của mình?

[A]Answer

I like the creative freedom in my job, but I dislike the tight deadlines.

[R]Reason

I enjoy developing new ideas, while it can be frustrating when several projects are due at the same time.

[E]Example / Extension

Overall, the positive side still outweighs the stressful parts for me.

Part 1Topic 1 - Work & CareersEasy-Intermediate

What do you need to do your work better?

Bạn cần gì để làm việc hiệu quả hơn?

[A]Answer

I need better planning tools and a clearer workflow to do my work better.

[R]Reason

A good project-management tool could streamline repetitive tasks and improve coordination within the team.

[E]Example / Extension

It would also help me track deadlines without having to check several different systems.

Part 1Topic 2 - Study, School & LearningEasy-Intermediate

What did you study in history lessons when you were at school?

Bạn đã học những gì trong các tiết học lịch sử khi còn đi học?

[A]Answer

In history lessons, I studied both Vietnamese history and some major world events.

[R]Reason

We learned about national history as well as ancient civilisations, which helped us understand how societies developed.

[E]Example / Extension

I especially remember lessons about Vietnamese dynasties and important wars.

Part 1Topic 2 - Study, School & LearningEasy-Intermediate

Did you enjoy the summer holidays when you were at school? [Why/Why not?]

Bạn có thích kỳ nghỉ hè khi còn đi học không? [Tại sao/Tại sao không?]

[A]Answer

Yes, I really enjoyed the summer holidays when I was at school.

[R]Reason

The long summer break gave me time to recharge after a busy school year and spend more time with my family.

[E]Example / Extension

We often visited relatives or took a short trip during the school holiday.

Speaking
Practice

Speaking Part 1

What do you plan to do in the future?

What do you like/dislike about your job?

What do you need to do your work better?

What did you study in history lessons when you were at school?

Did you enjoy the summer holidays when you were at school? [Why/Why not?]