IELTS Speaking Forecast
Q3 2026 · September–DecemberPart 2 — cue card, 1–2 minute talk
You get 1 minute to prepare, then speak for 1–2 minutes following the prompts on the card.
These are the Part 2 topics appearing most often this season. Open a topic to see every question with a Band 9 model answer.
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Topics in this part
- Describe an important old thing that your family has kept for a long time.Open topic →
- Describe a natural talent you have that you want to improve.Open topic →
- Describe your dream / perfect job.Open topic →
- Describe a wild animal that you would like to learn more about.Open topic →
- Describe a time when you were not allowed to use your mobile phone.Open topic →
- Describe a live sports event that you have watched.Open topic →
- Describe a good friend who is important to you.Open topic →
- Describe an ambition that you have had for a long time.Open topic →
- Describe a place with a lot of trees that you would like to visit.Open topic →
- Describe a gift you got.Open topic →
- Describe a place where you like to relax.Open topic →
- Describe a skill you would like to learn in the future.Open topic →
Practice speaking on these exact questions
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