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IELTS Speaking
Part 3: Discussion
A four to five minute discussion about wider topics linked to your Part 2 subject.
What this task is
The questions connect to your Part 2 topic but move to wider issues. A question about a beautiful place could lead to tourism and the environment.
Explain your opinion about the wider world, not only your own life.
The traps
The common mistakes in this question type. Learn to spot each one before test day.
Answering only about yourself
Part 3 asks about people and society, so answer generally.
Getting stuck on a question
If you do not know, give a simple opinion and explain it.
What to do next time
- Buy a moment to think with a short phrase: "I have not thought about that before."
- Start with a general point and explain it with an example.
- Use words and grammar you can use accurately.
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