IELTS Speaking Practice 15 Test 02

I live in an apartment with my parents. It’s on the tenth floor of a fairly new building, and the area is convenient because there are shops and a metro station nearby.

My favorite room is my bedroom because it’s the quietest place in the apartment. I study there, listen to music and sometimes just sit by the window when I need a break.

Yes, eventually I’d like to move somewhere a little larger and quieter. I don’t need a huge home, but I’d love to have a small balcony and more natural light.

Yes, especially in the evening when the weather is comfortable. Walking helps me clear my head after studying, and I often discover small shops or cafés I wouldn’t notice from a bus.

I notice small details, like new stores, street trees and how crowded different areas are. I also pay attention to people because every neighborhood seems to have its own pace.

In the central areas, yes. There are wide pavements and many crossings, but some older neighborhoods are less convenient because scooters, parked cars and pedestrians all share the same space.

They’re fairly good overall. We have public libraries, parks, sports centers and decent public transport. The quality varies by neighborhood, but I think most basic facilities are easy to access.

I use the public library and metro the most. The library is useful when I need a quiet place to study, and the metro is how I travel around the city most days.

I’d like to see more outdoor sports spaces that are free to use, especially basketball courts and running tracks. They would give young people more places to exercise without paying membership fees.

I think English should remain an important subject in many school systems because it’s widely used in higher education, international business, science and travel. Giving students a basic level of English can open useful opportunities later. However, it shouldn’t push local languages aside or take an unreasonable amount of classroom time. Countries have different needs, so the balance should vary. The goal should be practical communication rather than forcing every student to reach the same advanced level.

One major difficulty is that learners may understand grammar and vocabulary but still lack chances to use the language in real conversations. That creates a gap between knowledge and confidence. Pronunciation and listening can also be challenging because native and non-native speakers use many different accents. Another problem is motivation: progress becomes slower after the beginner stage, so people may feel stuck. Regular exposure and realistic goals can help learners continue through that period.

Regular feedback is very important because learners can repeat the same mistake for months without noticing it. A teacher, tutor or even a careful language partner can point out patterns and show what needs attention. At the same time, too much correction can make people afraid to speak, especially beginners. Good feedback should be selective and practical. It should help learners understand their biggest weaknesses while still allowing them to communicate freely and build confidence.

Long-term motivation usually comes from having smaller goals instead of thinking only about fluency. For example, a learner might aim to finish one book, hold a ten-minute conversation or understand a favorite podcast. It also helps to connect English with personal interests, such as films, gaming or travel, so practice doesn’t always feel like homework. Progress tracking can be useful too, because people often improve gradually and don’t notice it unless they compare themselves with where they started.