Free IELTS Speaking practice card: Photography

Photography

Part 1 (4-5 minutes)
Directions: Answer naturally and directly. Aim for 2-3 sentences per answer.

  • Topic: Your Hometown
    • Where is your hometown?
    • What is your hometown famous for?
    • Is your hometown a good place for young people to live?
  • Topic: Photos
    • Do you like taking photographs?
    • What do you usually take photos of?
    • Do you prefer to take photos with a phone or a camera?
  • Topic: Keeping Photos
    • How do you store your photos?
    • Do you prefer to display photos in your home or keep them digitally?
    • Is it important for you to look back at old photos?

Part 2 (3-4 minutes)
Directions: You have 1 minute to prepare and should speak for 1-2 minutes.
👉 Describe a photo you are proud of.
You should say:

  • What the photo shows
  • When you took it
  • Why you took it
    and explain why you are proud of this particular photo.

Part 3 (4-5 minutes)
Directions: Discuss the broader themes. Give extended answers (4-6 sentences).

  • Why is photography such a popular hobby?
  • How has digital technology changed the art of photography?
  • Is it ethical for newspapers to publish dramatic photos of tragic events?
  • Do you think taking too many photos can stop us from enjoying the moment?
  • What is the role of photography in preserving history and memories?
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