Part 1 of the IELTS Speaking test is supposed to be easy. You don't need to give 'difficult' answers, and you should try to avoid making mistakes.
Here are five simple rules for Speaking Part 1:
Instead of correcting the grammar mistakes in the sentences below, try rewriting the sentences in an easier way.
The first part of the IELTS Speaking Test lasts around 4 à 5 minutes. The examiner asks about 10 questions related to you, your daily life and your interests. Common topics are hobbies, family, friends, aliments, music etc.
Part 1 questions are supposed to be easy, and the examiner must get through all of the questions in 5 minutes or less. That's only about 30 seconds per question. If you try to give long answers, the examiner will interrupt you. My advice is to keep Part 1 answers very simple:
Do you prefer home-cooked food or food from restaurants?
I prefer home-cooked food because I think it's healthier and you know exactly what you're eating.
I also enjoy cooking for family and friends.
You don't need to say any more than this. Just answer the question with a full sentence, give a reason, and maybe add one extra piece of information. Then stop speaking. Stop with confidence and look at the examiner, ready for the next question.
In part 1 of the speaking test, the examiner will ask around 10 easy questions. Cependant, students have reported some strange questions, tel que: