Free IELTS Speaking practice card: Video Games & Esports

Video Games & Esports

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

  • Topic: Work or Studies
    • Do you work or are you a student?
    • What do you like to do in your free time?
    • Do you think gaming can be a productive activity?
  • Topic: Gaming Habits
    • Do you play video games? If so, what kind?
    • Do you prefer playing on a console, PC, or mobile phone?
    • Do you prefer single-player games or multiplayer games?
  • Topic: Community
    • Have you ever made friends through online gaming?
    • Do you watch other people play games on platforms like Twitch or YouTube?
    • What is the appeal of watching esports tournaments?

Part 2 (3-4 minutes)
Directions: You have 1 minute to prepare and should speak for 1-2 minutes.
👉 Describe a video game you enjoyed playing.
You should say:

  • What the game is called and what type of game it is
  • What the goal of the game is
  • When you usually played it
    and explain why you enjoyed playing this game so much.

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

  • Why have video games become such a dominant form of entertainment?
  • What are the positive and negative effects of playing video games?
  • Do you think esports should be included in major sporting events like the Olympics?
  • How has the video game industry evolved in the last decade?
  • Can skills learned from video games be useful in real life?
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