IELTS Speaking Practice Test 2
All three parts of the IELTS Speaking test: questions about free time and weather, a cue card about a memorable journey, and a discussion about travel. Record your answers and compare them with model answers.
How this practice matches real IELTS use
Recordings stay on your device and are never uploaded. Speaking is not marked automatically; use the model answers and the self-check list.
How to use this practice set
1. Attempt seriously
Use realistic timing, avoid random guessing, and finish the set as one focused session.
2. Review by skill gap
Separate vocabulary gaps, concentration errors, weak task strategy, and careless mistakes instead of looking only at score.
3. Repeat with purpose
After review, move to the next related IELTS section or repeat weak-question types until your accuracy becomes stable.
Speaking
Before you start
- Questions
- 9
- Time
- 15 minutes
- Parts
- 3
- The timer starts when you press Start. When it reaches zero, your answers are submitted automatically.
- Use the numbered navigator to move between questions, and flag any you want to come back to.
- For typed answers, keep within the word limit. Answers over the limit are marked wrong, as in the real test.
- You can submit early. Your score, the correct answers and explanations appear straight away.
IELTS Speaking Practice Test 2: all 9 questions with answers
Prefer to work through the test on paper? Answer the questions, then open “Show answer” to check.
The examiner asks you questions about familiar topics: free time and the weather. Press Start to hear each question, then answer.
Q1.What do you usually do in your free time?
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Model answer
In my free time I usually go running or meet friends for coffee. At weekends I also like reading, mostly novels, because it helps me switch off after a busy week.
Q2.Do you prefer spending your free time alone or with other people?
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Model answer
It depends on my mood, but generally I prefer being with other people, because I enjoy chatting and sharing activities. That said, I do need some time alone now and then, especially when I'm tired.
Q3.What kind of weather do you like most?
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Model answer
I like warm, sunny weather, but not when it's too hot. Spring is my favourite season, because it's comfortable enough to spend the whole day outside.
Q4.Does the weather ever change your plans?
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Model answer
Yes, quite often. If it's raining heavily, I usually skip my run and go to the gym instead. Once we had to postpone a family picnic three times because of the weather!
You have one minute to prepare, then speak for up to two minutes. You can make notes while you prepare.
Q5.Describe a journey you remember well.
- where you went
- how you travelled
- who you were with
- and explain why you remember this journey.
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Model answer
I'm going to talk about a train journey through the mountains in the north of my country, about three years ago. I went with my two closest friends after we finished our final exams. We'd been studying very hard for months, so we wanted to do something special, and instead of flying we took the train, which took about nine hours.
For the first few hours the scenery was mostly flat farmland, but in the afternoon the train began climbing into the mountains, and the views were absolutely breathtaking: deep valleys, waterfalls and tiny villages on the hillsides. At one point the train stopped for nearly an hour because a tree had fallen on the track. At first we were annoyed, but it turned out to be one of the best parts of the trip, because we got out, walked around and chatted with an elderly couple who told us about the history of the region.
I remember the journey so well partly because of the scenery, but mainly because of the feeling of freedom after our exams. It was the first time we had travelled together without our families, and it made me realise that sometimes the journey is more memorable than the destination.
The examiner asks more general questions connected to Part 2: travel and transport. Give longer answers with reasons and examples.
Q6.Why do you think people enjoy travelling to other countries?
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Model answer
Mainly to experience something different, such as new food, languages and ways of life. It's also a break from routine. And for many young people, travelling is a way to become more independent and confident.
Q7.What are the advantages and disadvantages of tourism for local communities?
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Model answer
On the positive side, tourism creates jobs and brings money into local businesses like hotels, restaurants and shops. But in very popular places, house prices can rise because properties are rented to tourists, and local people may feel their towns become overcrowded. So it needs to be managed carefully.
Q8.How has transport in your country changed in recent years?
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Model answer
It has changed quite a lot. In my city there's now a modern metro system and many more cycle lanes than ten years ago, and ride-sharing apps have become very common. On the other hand, traffic is still a big problem at rush hour.
Q9.Should governments spend more on public transport or on roads?
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Model answer
Personally, I think public transport should be the priority. Building more roads tends to attract more cars, so traffic soon returns, whereas good public transport reduces pollution and helps people who can't afford a car. That said, some investment in roads is still necessary, especially in rural areas.