IELTS test in Hong Kong and Singapore – May 2013 (General Training)

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 08:00

IELTS test takers from Hong Kong and Singapore (thank you, A and P) shared this exam update:

Listening testIELTS test in Singapore

Section 1. A conversation between a client and an agent about a rental property.

Section 2. An instructor was briefing on driving tests and nearby places.
Questions: multiple choice, diagram/map labeling.

Section 3. Two students were discussing a language learning project.

Section 4. A zoo keeper from Brisbane, Australia was talking about the extinction of some animal species.

Reading test

Passage 1. Description of various natural tourist attractions.
Questions: multiple choice.

Passage 2. About NHS Direct which is a health care hotline service in the UK.
Questions: filling in blanks.

Passage 3. How to write a good Curriculum Vitae (Resume).
Questions: filling in blanks.

Passage 4. A briefing on self-access IT training.
Questions: filling in blanks.

Passage 5. About a great barred frog by the researcher in NSW, Australia.
Questions: multiple choice, True/False/Not Given.

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a letter)

You work for an international company. Recently your job has changed and you believe that more training is needed. Write a letter to your manager and say

- How has your job changed?
- Describe a type of training you will need.
- Suggest the arrangements incorporating training and your work.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Some people say that cooking food at home is a waste of time. They claim that good restaurants are better and can make modern living easier and less stressful. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Speaking test

Interview

- What is your full name?
- Can I see your ID?
- Where are you from?
- Do you work or study?
- Do you enjoy cooking?
- What was the first thing you cooked in your life?
- Who is responsible for cooking in your family?

Cue Card

Describe a historical event that you know well. Please say

- When did it happen?
- Give some other details about this event.
- How did you know about the event?

Discussion

- Does the government in your country protect historical sites well?