IELTS TIME

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  Part 1 – Parks and Gardens 21.08.2026 11m

  Download the full model answers on our website: https://theieltstime.comJoin our YouTube Membership to unlock exclusive practice videos on more IELTS topics: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLYVgYCj1eAuM3YudWWDaA/join Do you often go to parks? Is there a park or garden near your home? What do you usually do when you visit a park? Did you often go to parks when you were a child? Are public gardens important for cities? What activities do children do in parks? Do people in your country like going to parks? Do you prefer public gardens or natural parks? Do you prefer visiting parks alone or with other people? What improvements would you like to see in the parks in your area?
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  Part 3 – Self-Learning and the Role of Teachers 16.08.2026 12m

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  Part 2 – Describe a friend of yours who learned something without a teacher 12.08.2026 10m

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  Part 1– Family 08.08.2026 10m

  Download the full model answers on our website: https://theieltstime.comJoin our YouTube Membership to unlock exclusive practice videos on more IELTS topics: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLYVgYCj1eAuM3YudWWDaA/join Do you have a large family or a small family? Who do you get on best with in your family? Why? How much time do you usually spend with your family? What do you usually do together as a family? Do all of your family members live in the same house? Do you have a large extended family? Do you get on well with your family? Why or why not? Why is family important to you?
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  Part 3 – Tall Buildings and Urban Development 02.08.2026 10m

  Download the full model answers on our website: https://theieltstime.comJoin our YouTube Membership to unlock exclusive practice videos on more IELTS topics: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLYVgYCj1eAuM3YudWWDaA/join Why are tall buildings becoming more common in cities? What are the advantages and disadvantages of tall buildings? Do you think it is better to live in a high-rise apartment or a house? Why? How have buildings changed compared with those in the past? Do you think governments should build more tall buildings in the future? Why do some tall buildings become famous landmarks? How does architecture influence a city's image? What qualities do you think make a building well designed?
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  Part 2 – Describe a tall building you like or dislike 27.07.2026 11m

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  Part 1 – Cars 22.07.2026 11m

  Download the full model answers on our website: https://theieltstime.comJoin our YouTube Membership to unlock exclusive practice videos on more IELTS topics: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLYVgYCj1eAuM3YudWWDaA/join Do you own a car, or would you like to own one in the future? How often do you travel by car? What types of cars do you like? Do you think car colors are important? Do you prefer to be a driver or a passenger? What do you usually do when there is a traffic jam? Did you enjoy traveling by car when you were a kid? Have you ever taken a long road trip by car?
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  Part 3 – Technology and Artificial Intelligence 18.07.2026 11m

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  Part 2 – Describe a challenging technological problem you faced 13.07.2026 9m

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  IELTS Speaking Mock Test #9 | Parts 1–3 08.07.2026 10m

  The full transcript is available on our website: https://theieltstime.com• Part 1: Hometown, Apps, Public Transport, and Weekends.• Part 2: Describe a beautiful place you have visited.• Part 3: Tourism and Natural Environments, and Beauty in Architecture and Cities.
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  IELTS Speaking Part 1 – Food 02.07.2026 11m

  Download the full model answers on our website: https://theieltstime.comJoin our YouTube Membership to unlock exclusive practice videos on more IELTS topics: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLYVgYCj1eAuM3YudWWDaA/join Do you enjoy cooking? What kinds of food can you cook well? What types of food are popular in your country? Do you usually have a healthy diet? Do you prefer eating at home or eating out? How often do you order food for delivery? What kind of food do you usually order when you get food delivered? Do you prefer eating alone or with other people? Is it common in your country for people to have dinner parties at home? Have your eating habits changed since you were a child?
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  IELTS Writing Task 2 | Do the Advantages of an Ageing Population Outweigh the Disadvantages? 28.06.2026 11m

  Read the complete model answer and take the practice quiz on our website: https://theieltstime.comIn many countries, people are now living longer than ever before. Some people say an ageing population creates problems for governments. Other people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of having an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages?
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  Part 3 – Environmental Laws and Public Policy 24.06.2026 11m

  Download the full model answers on our website: https://theieltstime.comJoin our YouTube Membership to unlock exclusive practice videos on more IELTS topics: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLYVgYCj1eAuM3YudWWDaA/join What difficulties might governments face when introducing new environmental laws? Do you think environmental laws should be the same across all regions of a country? Why or why not? How can authorities ensure that environmental regulations are enforced effectively? Should companies receive rewards for meeting environmental standards, or should penalties be the main approach? Can strict environmental laws have a negative impact on employment or economic growth? Why do some environmental policies receive public support while others face opposition? Do you think international cooperation is necessary to address environmental issues effectively? How might environmental laws change in the future as technology continues to develop?
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  Part 2 – Describe an environmental law you would like to introduce in your country 20.06.2026 10m

  Download the full model answers on our website: https://theieltstime.comJoin our YouTube Membership to unlock exclusive practice videos on more IELTS topics: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLYVgYCj1eAuM3YudWWDaA/join You should say: what the law would be, why you would introduce it, how it would help the environment, and explain why you think it is important
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  Part 1 – Books 15.06.2026 11m

  Download the full model answers on our website: https://theieltstime.comJoin our YouTube Membership to unlock exclusive practice videos on more IELTS topics: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLYVgYCj1eAuM3YudWWDaA/join Do you enjoy reading books? How often do you read books? What kinds of books do you like to read? Did you read many books when you were a child? What is the last book you read? Do you prefer physical books or e-books? Why? Is reading a popular activity in your country? Have your reading habits changed over the years? Do you usually buy books or borrow them from a library? What book would you take on a long journey? Why?
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  Part 3 – Celebrity Endorsements and Advertising 11.06.2026 11m

  Download the full model answers on our website: https://theieltstime.comJoin our YouTube Membership to unlock exclusive practice videos on more IELTS topics: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLYVgYCj1eAuM3YudWWDaA/join Why do companies use celebrities in advertisements? Do celebrities really influence people's purchasing decisions? Are advertisements featuring celebrities more effective than ordinary advertisements? Should celebrities be responsible for the products they endorse? Do people trust celebrity advertisements nowadays? Why or why not? How has social media changed the way famous people advertise products? What are the advantages and disadvantages of using celebrities in advertising? Do you think influencers are becoming more effective than traditional celebrities in advertising?
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  Part 2 – Describe an advertisement with a famous person in it 07.06.2026 8m

  Download the full model answers on our website: https://theieltstime.comJoin our YouTube Membership to unlock exclusive practice videos on more IELTS topics: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLYVgYCj1eAuM3YudWWDaA/join Taylor Swift Kittens Diet Coke Commercial Ad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uT3F8_ioamo Ed's Heinz Ad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=keOaQm6RpBgYou should say:• Who the person is • Where you saw the advertisement • What the advertisement is about • And explain how you feel about the advertisement
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  Part 1 – Daily Routine 03.06.2026 11m

  Download the full model answers on our website: https://theieltstime.comJoin our YouTube Membership to unlock exclusive practice videos on more IELTS topics: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLYVgYCj1eAuM3YudWWDaA/join Tell me about your daily routine. What time do you usually get up on weekdays? What is the first thing you do after waking up? How do you usually spend your mornings? What activities are part of your daily routine? Is your daily routine different at the weekend compared to during the week? What part of your daily routine do you enjoy the most? Has your daily routine changed since you were a child? What would you like to change about your daily routine? Do you think it's important to have a daily routine?
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  Part 3 – Mobile Phones 29.05.2026 12m

  Download the full model answers on our website: https://theieltstime.comJoin our YouTube Membership to unlock exclusive practice videos on more IELTS topics: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLYVgYCj1eAuM3YudWWDaA/join Why are mobile phones banned in certain places? Do you think people rely too much on their phones nowadays? Should students be allowed to use mobile phones at school? What are the disadvantages of using mobile phones too much? In what situations should people turn off their phones? How have smartphones changed the way people communicate? Do you think limiting phone use can improve concentration? Would it be difficult for people to live without smartphones today?
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  Part 2 – Describe an occasion when you were not allowed to use your mobile phone 21.05.2026 9m

  Download the full model answers and take the practice quiz on our website: https://theieltstime.comJoin our YouTube Membership to unlock exclusive practice videos on more IELTS topics: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLYVgYCj1eAuM3YudWWDaA/join You should say:• when it was • where it was • why you were not allowed to use your mobile phone • and explain how you felt about it.