It is said that getting a 7.5 in IELTS speaking is tough. Specially for Part 3, your performance depends on whether the question suits your preference. Actually, the key to a better score does not lay on the question, but the way you answer the question.
We summarized several tips for answering Part 3 questions. They can help you nail the IELTS speaking part of the exam.
Tip 1：Know all the question types
Here are 3 common question types：
1.Compare and contrast
2.Give an opinion
3.Imagine
If the topic is “cities”, the examiner could ask：
1.How is life different in cities compared to rural areas?
2.How do you think life in big cities could be easier?
3.What do you think cities will be like in 50 years’ time?
Tip 2：Focus on your answer structure
Follow 4 steps below to give long, detailed answers in part 3:
1.Answer the question directly (Your main idea)
2.Explain your answer (give out the reasons)
3.Give an example
4.(Optional) Explain the opposite/alternative (What could happen if/without…)
Tip 3：Pay attention to the tenses
Sometimes the topic is easy, but the tenses in the question can be really tricky.
What types of transport are there in your town?
How has transport changed since your grandparents were young?
