Daily routines
Q1. Do you prefer mornings or evenings for studying?
Q2. When does your usual routine change?
Use Answer → Reason → Example. Aim for 2–4 natural sentences.2026 · PRACTICE THE REPORTED THEMESCurrent IELTS topics.
Current IELTS topics.
Original questions. No guesswork.
Speaking themes reported by candidates in September–December 2026 and Writing themes reported in autumn 2026, turned into new IELTS4US practice questions. Updated: 9 November 2026.
Important source note: IELTS does not publish an official live list of future Speaking or Writing questions. These themes are drawn from independent, candidate-reported compilations and may be incomplete, mistaken or outdated. All practice prompts on this page are newly written by IELTS4US. Do not memorise answers or assume that a topic will appear on your test.
2026Candidate-reported theme round-up
3 partsSpeaking practice
8 promptsOriginal Task 2 writing questions
SEPTEMBER–DECEMBER 2026 · UNOFFICIAL TOPIC THEMES
Speaking Part 1: familiar, everyday topics
Speak naturally for 2–4 sentences using Answer → Reason → Example (A+R+E). These newly written questions practise themes found in recent candidate recollections.
Art and creativity
Q1. Do you enjoy visiting art exhibitions?
Q2. What kind of creative activity would you like to try?
Use Answer → Reason → Example. Aim for 2–4 natural sentences.Reading habits
Q1. Do you read mostly on a screen or on paper?
Q2. Have your reading habits changed recently?
Use Answer → Reason → Example. Aim for 2–4 natural sentences.Quiet places
Q1. Where do you go when you need some peace and quiet?
Q2. Do you think cities provide enough quiet spaces?
Use Answer → Reason → Example. Aim for 2–4 natural sentences.Dreams and ambitions
Q1. What would you like to learn in the next five years?
Q2. Did you have a different ambition as a child?
Use Answer → Reason → Example. Aim for 2–4 natural sentences.Travel and public places
Q1. Do you often travel by public transport?
Q2. Which public place in your area is most useful?
Use Answer → Reason → Example. Aim for 2–4 natural sentences.SPEAKING PART 2
Five new cue-card activities
One minute to prepare; speak for up to two minutes. Choose one topic, make four keywords and tell a true personal story.
A place that taught you somethingShow original IELTS4US-style cue card
Describe a historic or cultural place you visited.
You should say: where it is; who you went with; what you learned; why you remember it; and explain why it mattered to you.
Prepare one minute. Speak for up to two minutes. Use real stories rather than memorised scripts.
Someone who helped you learnShow original IELTS4US-style cue card
Describe a person who taught you a useful skill.
You should say: who the person is; what the skill was; how they taught you; how you use the skill; and explain why it mattered to you.
Prepare one minute. Speak for up to two minutes. Use real stories rather than memorised scripts.
A small change to your routineShow original IELTS4US-style cue card
Describe a change you made to your daily schedule.
You should say: what you changed; why you made the change; how you felt; whether you kept it; and explain why it mattered to you.
Prepare one minute. Speak for up to two minutes. Use real stories rather than memorised scripts.
A memorable service experienceShow original IELTS4US-style cue card
Describe a time when someone gave you good service.
You should say: where it happened; what you needed; what the person did; why it was memorable; and explain why it mattered to you.
Prepare one minute. Speak for up to two minutes. Use real stories rather than memorised scripts.
Something you enjoyed readingShow original IELTS4US-style cue card
Describe a book or article that changed how you think.
You should say: what it was about; when you read it; what surprised you; why it mattered; and explain why it mattered to you.
Prepare one minute. Speak for up to two minutes. Use real stories rather than memorised scripts.
Beginner tip: Divide your two-minute talk into an opening, background, main event/details and reflection. Use past simple for events and present perfect for life experiences where appropriate.
SPEAKING PART 3
Move from personal stories to bigger ideas
Try A+R+E+: Answer, Reason, Example and a qualification or different perspective.
Learning and community
How can public spaces help people learn about local history?
Should schools organise more visits to museums?
Position → Reason → Example → Other side / qualification.Technology and daily life
How has technology changed people’s daily routines?
What difficulties can arise when people depend on apps?
Position → Reason → Example → Other side / qualification.Education and opportunity
Should governments make education easier for people in remote areas?
Which skills might become more important for future workers?
Position → Reason → Example → Other side / qualification.Culture and public spending
Who should pay to maintain historical buildings?
Why do some museums attract visitors but not local residents?
Position → Reason → Example → Other side / qualification.RECENTLY REPORTED WRITING THEMES · AUTUMN 2026
Eight original Writing Task 2 practice questions
These prompts are IELTS4US original exercises based on broadly reported themes such as culture, education, employment and transport. They are not actual reported question wordings.
Problem / solutionOriginal practice prompt
Museums and local visitors
Many cultural attractions are better known to tourists than to nearby residents. Why might this happen, and what could encourage local people to visit?
Show a quick planning hint
Cause: relevance and cost. Solutions: school partnerships and community events.
Discuss both viewsOriginal practice prompt
Class sizes and language learning
Some educators believe language classes should have fewer students, while others argue that good teaching methods matter more than class size. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Show a quick planning hint
View A: feedback and speaking time. View B: training and resources. Choose a position.
OpinionOriginal practice prompt
Family values and school skills
Family values influence a young person’s future more strongly than the knowledge learned at school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Show a quick planning hint
State a degree of agreement. Compare lasting habits with formal qualifications.
Advantages / disadvantagesOriginal practice prompt
AI and employment
Many workplaces are introducing artificial intelligence tools for routine tasks. What are the main advantages and disadvantages for employees?
Show a quick planning hint
Benefits: efficiency. Drawbacks: changing skills and job security.
OutweighOriginal practice prompt
Public transport investment
A city plans to spend more on public transport than on expanding roads. Do the long-term benefits of this decision outweigh its costs?
Show a quick planning hint
Compare number affected, duration, environmental effects and costs.
Two-part questionOriginal practice prompt
Pollution and business
Why do some businesses continue to pollute even when cleaner methods are available? What can governments do to encourage change?
Show a quick planning hint
Q1: cost and incentives. Q2: standards, support and monitoring.
Positive / negativeOriginal practice prompt
Online learning
More students are taking professional courses entirely online. Is this a positive or negative development?
Show a quick planning hint
State your verdict. Consider flexibility and reduced peer contact.
Problem / solutionOriginal practice prompt
Healthy habits and food
In many cities, families rely increasingly on convenient processed meals. What problems might arise, and what practical steps could address them?
Show a quick planning hint
Health and time constraints; compare household and government action.
For Academic Task 1: Continue to practise pie charts, tables, line graphs and maps. Recent candidate reports include tables and line graphs, but no visual type is guaranteed. Learn the method, not a prediction.
WHERE THESE THEMES CAME FROM
Sources and how to use the list responsibly
Official exam-format information: IELTS Speaking format and IELTS Academic Writing format.
Independent candidate-report collections consulted in November 2026: Nomto · Speaking Sep–Dec 2026, LinguaPractice · seasonal cue cards, IELTS Writing Practice · Nov 2026 reports and IELTS Vega · Sep–Oct 2026 themes.
Independent websites are not official IELTS authorities; IELTS4US does not verify individual candidates' recollections. The list is a dated study snapshot, not a promise of the next test.
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