darshan singh ielts speaking ultimate guide to ielts success

TARGET PRESENTS IELTS TREASURE SPEAKING Your ultimate guide to IELTS Success FREEDOM PUBLISHING HOUSE Publisher Address: FREEDOM PUBLISHING HOUSE, SCF-32,2ND FLOOR, PHASE–5, Mohali, Pin-160059 For any suggestions, you can reach us at freedompressteam@gmail.com Or visit – www.freedompublishing.business.site TARGET Check out candidate reviews and Testimonials by visiting: Website – target9edu.com Twitter - www.twitter.com/Target9Mohali Instagram – www.instagram.com/target9educity Facebook - www.facebook.com/target9educity YouTube - https://www.YouTube.com/channel/UCl0oSaFn4gbM-kPZIzXjRRw/featured Copying of this book and its contents is prohibited All rights are reserved with the Author without exceptions* *This book can be used in the IELTS institutes by the trainers as a reference material and photocopying it for use in class is allowed Author’s Word I have been in the field of education from the past years I have the experience of training more than 10,000 students over a decade for IELTS exam I have collected the latest data by interacting with candidates that have taken the IELTS exam from all over India With extensive research and foresight this book has been amassed for your help in the speaking module of IELTS Don’t try to memorize the content Try to learn from the ideas and use them while speaking practice I have compiled my experience of training from all these years and have locked in this book So, what are you waiting for? You have the key to this lock now Open this book and share this knowledge with the world I hope this book helps you in achieving your goals Darshan Singh Author | Speaker | Trainer About the Book This book is written after a thorough research in the field of IELTS Speaking Module This book will offer you comprehensive variety of Topics that are asked by the examiners in the Speaking Test of IELTS This book contains more than 800 solved questions and answers for the follow-up round as well as Cue-card topics from the past exams This book also contains expected topics for the year 2021 This book includes five parts in which solutions are given for all the questions This book should be read systematically in order to score high band score in your IELTS exam This book contains 1000 + useful vocabulary words along with speaking tips for the candidates Read all those tips before taking the exams This book is a compilation of the most common and frequent questions and topics asked in the IELTS speaking test This is entirely a guess work and shouldn’t be considered as the final syllabus of the exam Table of Contents PART – ONE Sr No Topic General Round Questions and Answers Page no 21 PART – TWO Sr No 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Cue-Card Topics A Poisonous plant A poisonous flower A poisonous fruit Visited somewhere and lost something important Describe a person who apologised to you Talk about a time when you unexpectedly met someone Talk about a performance you gave in school or college Describe an important journey that was delayed Describe your dream workplace Describe a company which employs many people in your hometown Describe a bicycle tour you took Describe a popular teacher you know Describe a night when you could not sleep at all Describe a person who likes to travel by plane Describe an advice you received on your subjects or work / Describe some good advice about choosing a job or subject An activity that you found boring Describe an experience when you were with people and got bored Page no 41 42 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 55 18 56 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 Describe a time when you first met someone / famous personality you have met Describe a time you were sleepy but had to stay awake Talk about a handmade product made only in your country Talk about a person in news whom you would like to meet Talk about a meeting you attended at your school or workplace A time when you had to hide truth from your friend Talk about a time when you used a foreign language to communicate Describe a wrong decision you once made Describe a method that helps you to save money Describe something that helps you in concentration yoga/meditation What makes you angry Talk about a high paying job in your country Talk about a person with whom you like to spend your leisure time Common dress that female in your country wear A female leader you would like to meet A piece of clothing you received as a gift Your visit to a lake Visit to a mall Favorite day of the week Speak about a time when you felt anxious Visit to a marriage Visit to a government office A plant you like Your favorite item of clothing A book you have read An occasion when you helped someone 44 Something you planned to but haven’t done yet 79 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 64 65 66 67 68 68 69 70 71 72 73 73 74 75 76 77 78 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 An important letter you received A time when you teamed up with an old person A gift that made you happy An achievement Your ideal home Your favorite sports A product of your country A big company/organization near you A businessperson you admire A holiday you enjoyed A person you admire from a foreign country An interesting place in your country that tourists don’t know about Your visit to a library Visit to a museum Describe a sports event you have seen Describe a leisure activity near sea Favourite newspaper An international leader or politician you like An English lesson Describe a piece of art (a statue or painting) Describe a time when you went to a crowded place Favourite author Something that you bought online An important city You were going on a tour and your vehicle broke down A national building in your country Favourite weather A tranquil place you enjoy going to A foreign dish you want to eat Any recent change or development in your hometown 80 80 81 82 83 84 85 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 101 102 103 104 105 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104 105 A musical instrument you like to play A historical building you have visited A speech you heard recently What kind of job you would like to in future? A prize/award you want to win What will you if you win a huge sum of money? An occasion where you arrived late Speak about a time when you participated in a competition An animal you like the most A bird you like A language you would like to learn (apart from English) A game you played in your childhood Exercise people in your locality Anything you would like to buy from foreign country A season you like the most How’s the climate of your country A time when someone helped you A quality that you appreciate about your friend Describe a time when you complained about something Describe a skill that takes a long time to learn Special date in your country’s history / describe a significant historical event in your country Remote place you wish to visit in the future Describe a shop that recently opened in your locality/city Describe an invention that has changed the life of people Describe a nation (not your own) that you know well Describe an outdoor activity that you did for the first time A time you had to search for information Describe a building /structure in your city Describe a water sport that you want to try An advertisement you watched on TV recently Describe a thing that has become a fashion or a matter of 106 107 107 108 109 110 111 111 112 113 114 115 115 116 117 118 119 120 120 121 122 123 124 124 125 126 127 128 129 130 131 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 127 128 129 130 status nowadays Describe certain laws of your country Describe a historical event that you find interesting An intelligent person you know Describe a hotel you stayed at Describe a pet that you have or once had A part of your rituals or customs that you don’t like Any souvenir that you bought during your holidays Describe a thing for which you saved money from a long time A comic that you read in childhood Speak about an interesting tour guide Speak about a family that resemble yours Speak about an aquatic animal Speak about a time when you admired the sky Describe a handcrafted item which you made yourself Describe a dish you like the most which is served during the festivals Describe a place full of colors Describe a product or application which is based on Artificial Intelligence A software that you use often Something kind that someone did for you Describe a time when you taught something new to an older person Describe an instance when you solved a problem using the internet A happily married couple A seminar or lecture you attended Something you got for free An occasion when you received a lot of guests at your home 132 132 133 134 135 136 137 138 138 139 140 141 141 142 143 144 145 146 147 148 149 149 150 151 152 252 Gust – breeze / strong winds 253 Gymnasium – fitness center 254 Habitat – home / territory 255 Handful – a few 256 Hardcore - dedicated 257 Harmony - agreement 258 Harsh - strict 259 Haste – speed / swiftness 260 Heatstroke – issues arising from extreme hot environment 261 Hectic – frantic / chaotic 262 Heritage – inheritance / legacy 263 Hesitant – uncertain / cautious 264 Highlands – hilltops / uplands 265 Hire – rent / lease 266 Hit the sack – go to sleep / go to bed 267 Hoist – lift / elevator 268 Holistic – overall / rounded 269 Horizon – skyline / limit 270 Hospitality – friendliness / warmth 271 Humble - polite 272 Humid – moist / sticky 273 Humorous – funny / entertaining 274 Humungous – huge / great 275 Hygiene – cleanliness / sanitation 276 Hymns – songs / chants 277 Iconic – major / famous 278 Ideology – philosophy / thought 279 Idle – indolent / free 280 Idol – star / favorite 281 Illiterate – uneducated / unschooled 282 Imitation – fake / mock 283 Immense – huge / vast / enormous 284 Impact – effect / influence 285 Impeccable – perfect / flawless 286 Imperial – grand / majestic 287 Impose – execute / enforce 288 Impression - imprint 289 Imprisoned – confined / captive 290 Inaugurate – initiate / install 291 Incentives - motivations 292 Inclined – tending / persuaded 293 Incredible - unbelievable 294 Inculcate – teach / instruct 295 Incurred – experienced / suffered 296 Indeed – certainly / really 297 Indigenous – native / original 298 Indispensable – essential / crucial 299 Induce – encourage / persuade 300 Industrious – hardworking / diligent 301 Inevitable – unavoidable / predictable 302 Inferior – lesser / lower 303 Inflation – rise / increase 304 Infrastructure - structure 305 Ingredients – elements / components 306 Inhale – gasp / huff 307 Inherit – receive / succeed to 308 Injurious – harmful / damaging 309 Innate – inborn / characteristic 310 Inscribed - adorned 311 Insecurity – uncertainty / diffident 312 Insights – visions / understanding 313 Insomnia – sleeplessness 314 Inspect – examine / check 315 Inspire – motivate / encourage 316 Instance – example / illustration 317 Instant – on the spot / immediate 318 Instrumental – contributory 319 Integral – essential / vital 320 Integration – combination / incorporation 321 Intent – determined / committed 322 Intentionally – purposely / deliberately 323 Interaction – contact / communication 324 Interfere – hinder / inhibit 325 Intimidate – threaten / frighten 326 Introvert – shy / reserved 327 Invade – attack / occupy 328 Invent – discover / create 329 Joyous – jolly / festive 330 Kitchenette – kitchen / pantry 331 Knack – ability / skill 332 Landlocked – surrounded by land / blocked in 333 Landmark – milestone 334 Lane – path / track 335 Laxative - purgative 336 Leaps and bounds 337 Lenient – soft / merciful 338 Lentils – curry food 339 Lethal – deadly / fatal 340 Lethargic – lazy / sluggish 341 Liabilities – obligations / charges 342 Likewise – similarly / equally 343 Literally – actually / factually 344 Littering – throwing waste 345 Long-lasting – lifelong / enduring 346 Loyal – faithful / trustworthy 347 Loyalty – faithfulness / trustworthiness 348 Lure – trap / entice 349 Magnificent – wonderful / brilliant 350 Majestic – royal / grand 351 Mandatory – compulsory / obligatory 352 Maneuver – movement / operation 353 Manifesto – policy / strategy 354 Manned – operated / staffed 355 Manuscripts – documents / copies 356 Marine – sea / aquatic 357 Martyr – sufferer for a cause 358 Marvelous – amazing / wonderful 359 Marvels - geniuses 360 Masculine – male / manly 361 Massive – huge / enormous 362 Medicinal – remedial / therapeutic 363 Melodious – musical / harmonious 364 Menace – threat / danger 365 Merchandise – produce / stock 366 Merchants – wholesalers / dealers 367 Mere – simple / sheer 368 Merrymaking – celebration / partying 369 Mesmerized – fascinated / awestruck 370 Metabolism – digestion / absorption 371 Minimal – slight / negligible 372 Minutest – smallest / miniature 373 Miraculous – unbelievable 374 Miscellaneous – various / mixed 375 Mist – fog / vapor 376 Momentum – thrust / energy 377 Monotony – dullness / boredom 378 Monument – memorial / shrine 379 Myriad – many / innumerable 380 Myth – legend / saga 381 Mythology - tradition 382 Negligent - careless 383 Noble – decent / moral 384 Noteworthy – significant / notable 385 Nuisance - annoyance 386 Obesity - overweightness 387 Occasionally – rarely / irregularly 388 Offspring – children / decedents 389 Often – frequently / repeatedly 390 Optimistic – positive / hopeful 391 Optimum – best / finest 392 Overly – excessively / exceedingly 393 Overtaken – passed / outdone 394 Palatable – edible / pleasant 395 Panic – terror / fear 396 Parallel – equivalent / similar 397 Partial – incomplete / limited 398 Patience – tolerance / endurance 399 Patrol - tour 400 Pedestrians - walkers 401 Penal – severe / strict 402 Perception – insight / awareness 403 Persistent - determined 404 Pessimistic – negative / doubtful 405 Phenomenal – extraordinary / remarkable 406 Pinnacle – highpoint / peak 407 Pleasure – desire / wish 408 Plight - dilemma / difficulty 409 Plume – trail / cloud 410 Ponder – think about / consider 411 Posh – noble / superior 412 Posture - position 413 Potential – probable 414 Potholes – holes / dips 415 Precedent – example / model 416 Precious – valuable / costly 417 Predators – killers / hunters 418 Predict – forecast / foresee 419 Preference – fondness / favorite 420 Premises – buildings / locations 421 Preserve - reserve 422 Prevail – overcome / conquer 423 Prevalent – dominant / widespread 424 Prior – previous / former 425 Priority – importance / significance 426 Prominent - famous 427 Promote – endorse / sponsor 428 Prone – disposed to / inclined to 429 Protest – objection / complaint 430 Publish – print / put out 431 Random – accidental / chance 432 Rapid – fast / quick 433 Rapidly – quickly / swiftly 434 Rare – occasional 435 Recite – perform / rehearse 436 Reckless – irresponsible / thoughtless 437 Reckon – calculate / count 438 Reconciliation – settlement / understanding 439 Refrain - restrict 440 Regulated – planned / controlled 441 Rejuvenate – revive / refresh 442 Rejuvenating – reviving / refreshing 443 Releasing – to leave / freeing 444 Relieve – dismiss / discharge 445 Relish - enjoy / delight 446 Rely – depend upon / count on 447 Remarkable – extraordinary / amazing 448 Remedy – medication / therapy 449 Renowned – famous / well-known 450 Rescue - save 451 Respiratory – breathing 452 Restrict – limit / confine 453 Revenge – retaliation / vengeance 454 Revere – admire / respect 455 Revive – come around / recover 456 Rigorous – hard / difficult 457 Rituals – rites / ceremonies 458 Roam – travel / wander 459 Rushed – hurried / quick 460 Sachet – packet / pouch 461 Sacred – holy / blessed 462 Sanctuary – national preserve / national park 463 Savor – taste / smell 464 Scarcity – shortage / insufficiency 465 Scary – terrifying / frightening 466 Scenario – situation / set up 467 Scorching – roasting 468 Sculptures – statues / figures 469 Sedatives - tranquillizers 470 Segments – sections / parts 471 Segregated – separated / isolated 472 Seize – grab / take hold of 473 Seldom – rarely / occasionally 474 Serene – calm / peaceful 475 Several – numerous / some 476 Severity – cruelty / strictness 477 Shatter – smash / destroy 478 Significance - importance 479 Sinful – bad / evil / wicked 480 Sitcom – series of TV programs 481 Skip – hop / or to leave a step 482 Skyrocketed – shoot up / rise steeply 483 Skyscrapers – high rise buildings / towers 484 Snatch - fetch 485 Snorkeling – swimming / diving 486 Soothing – comforting/ calming 487 Sore – tending / painful 488 Souvenir – memento / reminder 489 Spacious – airy / large / roomy 490 Span – distance / length 491 Species – classes / types 492 Sporty – athletic / muscular 493 Stationary – motionless / still 494 Steer – maneuver / to move 495 Stiff – rigid / firm 496 Stone face – no reaction at all 497 Stray – lost / wandering 498 Stress buster – a thing that gets rid of stress 499 Striking – outstanding / prominent 500 Strive – struggle / try 501 Stroll - wander 502 Subscriptions – contributions / payments 503 Subsidiary – minor / secondary 504 Substantial – considerable / significant 505 Subtle - delicate 506 Succulent – moist / tender 507 Superb – excellent / outstanding 508 Superstitions – delusions / fantasies 509 Supplements – additions / complements 510 Suppress – overpower / conquer 511 Surf – waves / sea 512 Survive – last / endure 513 Suspect – doubtful / suspicious 514 Sustainable – bearable / maintainable 515 Tariff – price / rate 516 Temperate – moderate / mild 517 Tender – loving / caring 518 Terrace – walkway / porch 519 Terrain – land / territory 520 Thick and thin – happiness and sorrows 521 Timid – nervous / fearful 522 Traits – personalities / qualities 523 Tranquil – calm / serene 524 Transition – change / conversion 525 Tremendous – marvelous / great 526 Trigger – start / activate 527 Trivial – small / minor 528 Turf – lawn / grass 529 Twigs – branches / brushwood 530 Typhoon – storm / cyclone 531 Unanimous – common / undisputed 532 Underneath – under / below 533 Undoubtedly – certainly / unquestionably 534 Uninterrupted – continuous / non-stop 535 Unpredictable – random 536 Unwrap – open / undo 537 Up to the mark 538 Utilize – use / employ 539 Vanish – disappear / die out 540 Verdict – decision / judgement 541 Versatile – multipurpose / handy 542 Version – form / type 543 Viable – practical / feasible 544 Vibes – feelings / vibrations 545 Vibrant – lively / exciting 546 Victim – prey / target 547 Vigil – watch / wake 548 Vigilance – watchfulness / observance 549 Vital – important 550 Vividly – brightly / vibrantly 551 Vouch – promise / vow 552 Voyage – journey / trip 553 Wardrobe – clothing / attire 554 Weird – strange / odd 555 Wicked – good / great 556 Window shopping 557 Wisdom – understanding / insight 558 Witness – observer / bystander 559 Woods – forests 560 Wreckage – debris / remains 561 Yester years – past years / recent years PART FIVE Tips for IELTS Speaking Test and Format Important tips for the IELTS Speaking interview A day prior to the interview It is important that you have read this book thoroughly till the day prior to your interview On the day before exam it is advised that you should not practice a lot of speaking Reading of this book should also be avoided Reading should be done before that Don’t mark anything as important or common Read the whole book carefully and take out ideas for your speaking test Sleep on time a day before the interview If you sleep well, you will be energized for the test day It is important to be active on important days This helps you to perform better On the test day Reach the exam center at least 40 minutes before your speaking slot You will also receive an acknowledgement via email Just take a printout of that and take it along with original passport and a photocopy of it on the exam day Don’t read any book or try to practice anything on the day of speaking test It is important to stay focused and blank before the interview In the interview (one on one) These days in many IDP centers, speaking is done through webchat But in this section, I am going to give you tips regarding the conventional type of speaking test The one on one IELTS Speaking test is taken by one examiner in an enclosed cubical or a test room In this type of a test, the examiner will ask you questions, and you must answer them one by one There are some things that you need to remember before going in the exam The do’s and don’ts are as follows: Do’s Reach the exam center at least 40 minutes before the speaking test slot Take along acknowledgement, original passport and copy of passport at the time of exam Drink a full glass of water before the start of exam (ask anyone there, they will be happy to help you) Dress formally for the speaking test Knock before you enter the speaking test room Ask for a permission to sit Greet the examiner with a smile Listen to the questions carefully Always answer a bit loud and with clear tone Make eye contact with the examiner (this increases your confidence) Use formal language to communicate (Avoid using slangs) Ask the examiner to repeat the question politely if you don’t understand it Prepare notes for the Cue-card Topic Stop speaking when examiner tells you to stop Don’ts Never wear accessories like earrings or metal studs (for boys) Never reach late for the exam (it will rush you and your thoughts) Don’t start your answer before the question is completed Don’t keep your hands on the table while speaking Don’t use memorized phrases and topics Don’t wear a watch in the exam as it will distract you Don’t take too many pauses Don’t use a lot of hand movements and gestures Don’t repeat the question before giving the answer Don’t smile too much at the time of speaking (just be natural) Don’t finish your answer mid-way Avoid using repetitive vocabulary and words Don’t rush in giving your answers Don’t stop the cue card topic before time Don’t ask the examiner about the interview at the end (simply say thank you and goodbye) How to answer General round questions – First Round Sometimes candidates go over the top in answering the general round questions These questions are very easy but can be deceptive as well It is crucial to cover the while aspect with minimal of explanation You should not answer these questions in detail Only a few lines are required Try to answer the general questions in three to four lines Don’t stretch your answer too much as it will deviate you from your topic This round lasts for about minutes In these minutes the examiner has a quota of at least 10 – 15 questions that he/she ask you So be precise and accurate in your answers to fetch higher band score As you are only speaking three or four lines for each answer, you don’t have a lot on your plate You can’t go wrong in your answers If you are answering in this length, then there are rare chances of you to make any grammatical error if you are prepared well The speaking interview is divided in such a way that all the three rounds weigh equally in terms of band score So, you can try to get full marks in the first round as the questions will also be not that tricky and the answer length required is also not too long Cue-card Topic – Second Round In this round the examiner will ask you to speak on a topic for about minutes You must speak for minute and 30 seconds minimum and not more than minutes You are also given a piece of paper, a pen and one minute to prepare some notes on the Cue-card Topic There is a certain way to prepare the topics that will help you to score good in this round You need to be good in your grammar and use of vocabulary in this round Moreover, it is integral to follow the timing in the second round How to Prepare Cue-card Topic Suppose my topic is – Speak about your visit to a Mall So, I know that there are lot of aspects associated with malls So, my first job should be to write everything that is associated with mall As you get only a minute to prepare for your topic, you can’t write a long story However, you can make bullet points that will help you while speaking the topic Bullet Points for this Topic are as follows: My city Many malls Favourite one About the visit Why With whom When What I did Shopping Movie Hungry Food Came back These points can be easily recalled and written under one minute If you have read the whole book, then you can simply recall the idea and not the whole text Recalling ideas is very easy than memorizing 300 odd topics for your exam Even if you have read a certain topic once, you will still remember a lot of it in idea’s sense IELTS Speaking Test Format Format Part 1: The examiner will introduce him or herself and ask you to introduce yourself and confirm your identity The examiner will ask you general questions on familiar topics, e.g home, family, work, studies and interests This section should help you relax and talk naturally Part 2: The examiner will give you a task card which asks you to talk about a particular topic, including points to include in your talk You will be given one minute to prepare and make notes You will then be asked to talk for 1-2 minutes on the topic You will not be interrupted during this time, so it is important to keep talking The examiner will then ask you one or two questions on the same topic Part 3: The examiner will ask you further questions which are connected to the topic of Part These questions are designed to give you an opportunity to discuss more abstract issues and ideas Timing 11-14 minutes Marks You will be assessed on your performance throughout the test by certificated IELTS examiners You will be marked on the four criteria: fluency and coherence, lexical resource, grammatical range and accuracy, pronunciation Scores are reported in whole and half band ... FOUR Sr No Topic Important Vocabulary for IELTS Speaking Page no 366 PART – FIVE Sr No Topic Important tips for IELTS Speaking Test and Speaking Test Format Page no 384 PART ONE Introductory Questions...TARGET PRESENTS IELTS TREASURE SPEAKING Your ultimate guide to IELTS Success FREEDOM PUBLISHING HOUSE Publisher Address: FREEDOM PUBLISHING... five years is simple I want to complete my IELTS and then apply to a foreign college or university to get a degree Then, I would like to settle over there OR I would like to see myself doing a well-suited