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List of NEW topics (May - December 2025)
Article on health
Beautiful object
Fashionable person
Famous person you'd like to meet
Film you want to watch
Intelligent person
Interesting decision you made with your friend
Money as a gift
Noisy place
Person who loves to grow plants
Person who shows his/her feelings openly
Photo you enjoy looking at
Place in the countryside you enjoyed
Skill you can teach others
Thing you really wanted
Unusual building you'd like to visit
Older topics that will be in use till August 2025 (May - August 2025)
Activity your friend has done
Athlete or team
Country you'd like to visit
Day off
Energetic person
Foreign food you like
Forgetting something
Important decision
Important equipment
Important rule
Interesting building
Law you liked but want to change
Line from a song or poem
Live performance
Open person
Person who protects the environment
Phone conversation
Place in the village you visited
Place with a lot of trees
Plan you had to change
Positive change in your daily routine
Promise
Puzzle
Science subject
Something you bought but returned
Sport you like
Surprise meeting
Truth
TV series
Unforgettable experience
Vehicle that broke down
Water sport
Your grandparent's job
List of questions
Article on Health
Cue Card:
Describe an article you read about health.
You should say:
Where you read it
What it was about
Why you read it
And explain what you learned from it
Part 3 Questions:
How important is health education?
Do people in your country pay attention to health articles?
How can media influence people's health choices?
Beautiful Object
Cue Card:
Describe an object that you think is beautiful.
You should say:
What the object is
Where you saw or got it
What it looks like
And explain why you find it beautiful
Part 3 Questions:
What kind of objects do people in your country consider beautiful?
Do you think the perception of beauty has changed over time?
How do people express their appreciation for beautiful things?
Fashionable Person
Cue Card:
Describe a person who is fashionable.
IELTS Mentor
You should say:
Who this person is
How you know him/her
What kind of clothes this person wears
And explain why you think this person is fashionable
Part 3 Questions:
What is the difference between fashion for men and women?
Do you think people follow fashion trends more now than in the past?
How do fashion trends influence people's behavior?
Famous Person You'd Like to Meet
Cue Card:
Describe a famous person you would like to meet.
You should say:
Who this person is
How you know about this person
What this person is famous for
And explain why you would like to meet this person
Part 3 Questions:
What types of people are famous in your country?
How do people become famous nowadays?
What is the difference between people who were famous earlier and who are famous now?
Do you think famous people have more responsibilities than ordinary people?
Film You Want to Watch
Cue Card:
Describe a movie you watched recently and would like to watch again.
You should say:
What type of movie it was
What it was about
Where you watched it
And explain why you would like to watch it again
Part 3 Questions:
What types of movies are popular in your country?
Do people prefer watching movies at home or in the cinema?
How do movies influence people's behavior?
Intelligent Person
Cue Card:
Describe an intelligent person you know.
You should say:
Who this person is
When and where you met them
What this person does
And explain why you think this person is intelligent
Part 3 Questions:
Do you think intelligence is innate or learned?
How important is intelligence in achieving success?
Are intelligent people always successful?
Interesting Decision You Made with Your Friend
Cue Card:
Describe an interesting decision you made with your friend.
You should say:
What the decision was
When and where you made the decision
What the result of the decision was
And explain why you think it was an interesting decision
Part 3 Questions:
Do you think it's better to make decisions alone or with others?
What are the advantages of group decision-making?
Can making decisions with friends lead to conflicts?
Money as a Gift
Cue Card:
Describe a time when you received money as a gift.
You should say:
When it happened
Who gave you the money
Why he/she gave you the money
And explain how you used the money
Part 3 Questions:
Why do people give money as gifts?
Is it better to give money or a physical gift?
How do people in your country usually give gifts?
Noisy Place
Cue Card:
Describe a place where there was a lot of noise.
You should say:
Where it was
When you went there
Why there was a lot of noise
And explain how you felt about being there
Part 3 Questions:
What are the main sources of noise in cities?
How does noise pollution affect people?
Should there be laws to control noise levels?
Person Who Loves to Grow Plants
Cue Card:
Describe a person you know who loves to grow plants.
You should say:
Who this person is
What he/she grows
Where he/she grows them
And explain why he/she enjoys growing plants
Part 3 Questions:
Why do some people enjoy gardening?
Is it important to teach children about plants?
How can urban areas incorporate more greenery?
Person Who Shows His/Her Feelings Openly
Cue Card:
Describe a person who shows his or her feelings openly.
You should say:
Who this person is
How you know this person
What this person does to show their feelings
And explain why you think this person is very open
Part 3 Questions:
Is it difficult for people in your country to express their feelings?
Who do you think talks more, children or adults?
What do you think is the difference between boys and girls in expressing their feelings?
Do you think people are more open than in the past?
Photo You Enjoy Looking At
Cue Card:
Describe a photograph that you like.
You should say:
Where it was taken
When it was taken
Who took it
And explain why you like this photograph
Part 3 Questions:
Do people in your country like to take photos of themselves?
What kinds of devices do people like to use for taking photos these days?
Why do some people delete photos?
Why do some people like to keep photos?
Place in the Countryside You Enjoyed
Cue Card:
Describe a place in the countryside you visited.
You should say:
Where it is
When you visited this place
What you did there
How you felt about visiting this place
Part 3 Questions:
Do you find it difficult to find quiet places in cities?
Why do you think it is quieter in the countryside?
Why do people look for quiet places?
Would you like to live in the countryside in the future?
Skill You Can Teach Others
Cue Card:
Describe a skill that you can teach other people.
You should say:
What the skill is
How you learned it
Who you would teach it to
And explain why you think it is a useful skill
Part 3 Questions:
What skills are important for children to learn?
Is it more important to learn practical skills or academic skills?
Can anyone teach a skill, or does it require special training?
T
hing You Really Wanted
Cue Card:
Describe a time when someone gave you something you really wanted.
You should say:
What it was
When you received it
Who gave it to you
And explain why you wanted it so much
Part 3 Questions:
Why do people give gifts?
How do people choose gifts in your country?
Do you think gift-giving is important in relationships?
Unusual Building You'd Like to Visit
Cue Card:
Describe an unusual building you have visited.
You should say:
Where it is
What it looks like
Why you went there
And explain why you think it is unusual
Part 3 Questions:
What are the differences between modern buildings and traditional buildings?
Do you think the appearance of a building is important?
What is the most unusual building you have seen?
Older topics (will be in use till the end of August 2025)
Activity your friend has done
Part 2
Describe an interesting activity your friend has done, but you haven’t and you want to try.
You should say:
- What activity it was
- When it was
- Why you haven’t done it
- Why you want to try it
Part 3
Topic: New experiences
- Why do people like trying new activities?
- What are the benefits of trying new things?
- Are there any disadvantages to trying new activities?
- How do people feel after trying something new?
Athlete or team
Part 2
Describe a famous athlete or team you know.
You should say:
- Who they are
- What sport they play
- What achievements they have
- And explain why you admire them
Part 3
Topic: Sports and society
- What is the role of sports in society?
- How do athletes influence young people?
- Should athletes be considered role models?
- How has the perception of athletes changed over time?
Country you'd like to visit
Part 2
Describe a foreign country you would like to go to in the future.
You should say:
- Where it is
- What it is famous for
- What you can do there
- And explain why you want to go there
Part 3
Topic: Travel and tourism
- What is the importance of the travel and tourism industry?
- What do you think is the function of tourist guides?
- Do you think reading is a good way to get to know other countries?
- How do people get information about other countries?
- How does traveling abroad affect young people?
- What are the advantages of working in an international company?
- What do you think makes countries different?
- What do you think of national identity?
Day off
Part 2
Describe what you would do if you had a day off, free from work or study.
You should say:
- Where you would go
- What you would do there
- Who you would go with
- And explain how you think you would feel at the end of this day
Part 3
Topic: Leisure time
- How do people usually spend their days off?
- Do you think people have enough free time nowadays?
- How important is it to have a day off?
- What are the benefits of taking regular breaks from work or study?
Energetic person
Part 2
Describe an energetic person that you know.
You should say:
- Who the person is
- How you knew this person
- Why you think this person is energetic
- And explain how you feel about this person
Part 3
Topic: Energy and lifestyle
- Do you think we need more energy nowadays?
- What kinds of jobs require more physical energy?
- Should jobs that require physical work be higher paid?
- Will physical workers receive higher salaries in the future?
- Do you think machines could replace all human workers in the future?
- What jobs are going to be replaced by robots?
Foreign food you like
Part 2
Describe a kind of foreign food you like and you have had.
You should say:
- What it is
- When and where you had it
- Why you like it
- And explain how you feel about it
Part 3
Topic: Food and culture
- Why do people like to try foreign foods?
- What are the benefits of eating different types of food?
- Do you think it's important to preserve traditional cuisines?
- How has globalization affected people's eating habits?
Forgetting something
Part 2
Describe a time when you forgot something important.
You should say:
- When it happened
- What you forgot
- What the result of your forgetting was
- Why it was important
Part 3
Topic: Memory and forgetfulness
- Why do people forget things?
- What kinds of things do people often forget?
- How can people improve their memory?
- Do you think technology helps people remember things better?
Important decision
Part 2
Describe a difficult decision that you made and had a good result.
You should say:
- What the decision was
- When you made that decision
- Why it was difficult to make
- And explain how you felt about the good result
Part 3
Topic: Decision-making
- Do advertisements influence consumers' decisions?
- Who do young people like to ask for advice when making decisions?
- Do you think it’s necessary for kids to make as many decisions by themselves as they can?
- Do you think some people can make decisions without asking for advice from others?
- Do you think young people are easily influenced by others when they make decisions? Why or why not?
- What kinds of decisions do young people have to make?
Important equipment
Part 2
Describe an important piece of equipment in your home.
You should say:
- What it is
- How you got it
- What you use it for
- And explain why you think it is important
Part 3
Topic: Technology in daily life
- How has technology changed the way we live?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of using modern equipment?
- Do you think people rely too much on technology nowadays?
- How can people balance the use of technology in their daily lives?
Important rule
Part 2
Describe a rule that is important in your school or at work.
You should say:
- What the rule is about
- What happens when people break the rule
- Why you think it is an important rule
- And explain how you feel about the rule
Part 3
Topic: Rules and regulations
- Why do schools and workplaces have rules?
- What are the consequences of not following rules?
- Do you think rules are necessary in society?
- How can rules be enforced effectively?
Interesting building
Part 2
Describe an interesting building you have seen.
You should say:
- Where it is
- What it looks like
- What function it has
- And explain why you think it is interesting
Part 3
Topic: Architecture and design
- What are the differences between modern and traditional architecture?
- How does architecture reflect the culture of a place?
- Do you think the design of a building affects its functionality?
- Should buildings be aesthetically pleasing or just functional?
Law you liked but want to change
Part 2
Describe a rule you dislike and would like to change in the future.
You should say:
- What it is
- What it is for
- Why you don’t like it
- And explain why you would like to change it
Part 3
- Do you know anyone who has broken the law? How?
- When is it okay to break the rules?
- How are people punished when parking at a wrong spot?
- What rules should children follow at home?
- Are the rules at school good or bad? Why?
- What are the rules students should follow at school?
Line from a song or poem
Part 2
Describe a line (or a few words) that you remember from a poem or song.
You should say:
- What it is
- Which song or poem it is from
- How you knew it
- And explain how you feel about it
Part 3
- What can people learn from songs or poems?
- Do you think it is easier for children to learn a song or poem than adults? Why?
- Do you think children would like the rhythm of songs or poems? Why?
- Are you good at memorizing things?
Live performance
Part 2
Describe a live performance you enjoyed watching.
You should say:
- Who performed in it
- What kind of performance it was
- When you watched it
- And explain why you enjoyed watching it
Part 3
- Do you think traditional performances are important?
- What do you think is the difference between watching a live performance and watching it on TV?
- How do you think watching a dance performance or a stage play influences children?
Open person
Part 2
Describe a person who you think is very open.
You should say:
- Who this person is
- How you knew this person
- Why you think this person is very open
- And explain how you feel about this person
Part 3
- Do you think being open is always a good thing?
- How do people in your country express openness?
- Are people more open now than in the past?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of being open?
Person who protects the environment
Part 2
Describe a person who helps to protect the environment.
You should say:
- Who this person is
- How this person protects the environment
- What kinds of things this person does
- And explain how you feel about this person
Part 3
- What can individuals do to protect the environment?
- Do you think environmental protection is the responsibility of individuals or governments?
- How can schools educate students about environmental protection?
- What are some common environmental problems in your country?
Phone conversation
Part 2
Describe a time when you had an important phone conversation.
You should say:
- When it happened
- Who you talked to
- What you talked about
- And explain why it was important
Part 3
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of phone conversations?
- How has technology changed the way people communicate?
- Do you think face-to-face communication is better than phone conversations?
- How do people in your country usually communicate with each other?
Place in the village you visited
Part 2
Describe a place in a village that you visited.
You should say:
- Where it is
- When you visited this place
- What you did there
- And how you feel about this place
Part 3
- Is there anything special about the villages in your country?
- Why do people want to go to the countryside?
- What do people usually do when they visit a village?
- Do you think people will live in villages in the future?
Place with a lot of trees
Part 2
Describe a place with a lot of trees that you would like to visit.
You should say:
- Where it is
- How you knew this place
- What it is like
- And explain why you would like to visit it
Part 3
- Why do you think people like to visit places with a lot of trees?
- What are the benefits of planting more trees in urban areas?
- Do you think it's important to preserve forests?
- How can individuals contribute to forest conservation?
Plan you had to change
Part 2
Describe a plan that you had to change recently.
You should say:
- When this happened
- What made you change the plan
- What the new plan was
- And how you felt about the change
Part 3
- Do you think it's important to have a backup plan?
- How do people in your country usually deal with unexpected changes?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of making changes to plans?
- Can changes in plans lead to positive outcomes?
Positive change in your daily routine
Part 2
Describe a positive change that you have made recently in your daily routine.
You should say:
- What the change is
- How you have changed the routine
- Why you think it is a positive change
- And explain how you feel about the change
Part 3
- Who should get more promotion opportunities in the workplace, young people or older people?
- Who do you think would make changes more often, young people or old people?
- Do you think it is good to change jobs frequently?
- What changes would people often make?
- Is time management very important in our daily lives?
- What do people normally plan in their daily lives?
Promise
Part 2
Describe a time you made a promise to someone.
You should say:
- What the promise was
- Who you made it to
- Whether it was easy or difficult to keep
- And explain why you made it
Part 3
- Why do some people fail to keep their promises?
- Do children keep their promises?
- Do parents in your country make promises to their children?
- What kinds of promises do people often make?
Puzzle
Part 2
Describe a puzzle (jigsaw, crossword, etc.) you have played.
You should say:
- What it is like
- How easy or difficult it is
- How long it took you to solve it
- And explain how you felt about it
Part 3
- Why do people enjoy solving puzzles?
- Do you think puzzles are beneficial for children?
- What kinds of puzzles are popular in your country?
- How have puzzles changed with the advent of technology?
Science subject
Part 2
Describe an area of science that you are interested in and would like to learn more about.
You should say:
- What it is
- When you became interested in it
- What you have learned about it
- And explain why you would like to learn more about it
Part 3
- Why do some students find science subjects difficult?
- What can schools do to make science more interesting?
- How has science changed our lives?
- Do you think scientific discoveries should be shared internationally?
Something you bought but returned
Part 2
Describe something you bought but had to return.
You should say:
- What the item was
- Where you bought it
- Why you decided to return it
- And explain how you felt about the experience
Part 3
- What kinds of things do people often buy and return?
- Why do some people return products without using them?
- Do you think return policies are beneficial for consumers?
- How do return policies affect businesses?
Sport you like
Part 2
Describe a sport you like.
You should say:
- What the sport is
- How you first discovered the sport
- What equipment is needed to play it
- And explain why you like it
Part 3
- What are the benefits of playing sports?
- Why do some people prefer individual sports over team sports?
- How can sports influence people's lives?
- Do you think children should be encouraged to play sports?
Surprise meeting
Part 2
Describe a time when you were surprised to meet a friend.
You should say:
- When and where it happened
- Who you met
- What you did together
- And explain why it was a surprise
Part 3
- Why do people like surprises?
- Are surprises always good?
- What are some common surprises in people's lives?
- How do people usually react to unexpected events?
Truth
Part 2
Describe a time when you told your friend an important truth.
You should say:
- Who your friend is
- What the truth was
- Why you told them the truth
- And explain how they reacted
Part 3
- Is it always important to tell the truth?
- Why do some people lie?
- How can lying affect relationships?
- Are there situations where lying is acceptable?
TV series
Part 2
Describe a TV series you like.
You should say:
- What it is
- What it is about
- Why you like it
- And explain how you feel about it
Part 3
- Why do people like watching TV series?
- How have TV series changed over the years?
- Do you think watching TV series is a good way to learn a language?
- How do TV series influence people's behavior?
Unforgettable experience
Part 2
Describe an unforgettable experience you had.
You should say:
- What it was
- When and where it happened
- What you did
- And explain why it was unforgettable
Part 3
- Why do some experiences become unforgettable?
- How do people usually remember important events?
- Do you think people learn from their experiences?
- Can sharing experiences help others?
Vehicle that broke down
Part 2
Describe a time when the vehicle you were traveling in broke down.
You should say:
- Where you were going
- Who you were with
- What happened
- And explain how you felt about it
Part 3
- What are the common reasons for vehicle breakdowns?
- How can people prepare for unexpected vehicle issues?
- Do you think public transportation is more reliable than private vehicles?
- How do vehicle breakdowns affect people's schedules?
Water sport
Part 2
Describe a water sport you would like to try in the future.
You should say:
- What it is
- Where you will do it
- Whether it is easy or difficult
- And explain why you would like to try it
Part 3
- What are the benefits of water sports?
- Why do some people prefer water sports over other types of sports?
- Are water sports popular in your country?
- What safety measures should be taken while doing water sports?
Your grandparent's job
Part 2
Describe a job that one of your grandparents did.
You should say:
- What it was
- How long he or she had this job
- How he or she got the job
- What skills this job needs
- And whether you would like to have this job in the future
Part 3
- How have jobs changed over the years?
- What are the differences between jobs in the past and now?
- Do you think job satisfaction is more important than salary?
- How can people choose the right career path?