IELTS Speaking Part 2: A Book, Movie, or Music

Sample Questions for 'A Book, Movie, or Music'

• Describe a book you have read that had a strong impact on you. You should say: What the book is, What the main story is about, Why it had an impact on you, And explain why you would recommend it to others.
• Talk about a movie that you enjoyed watching recently. You should say: What the movie is, What the movie is about, Why you enjoyed it, And explain if you would recommend it to others.
• Describe a piece of music that you enjoy listening to. You should say: What the music is, What kind of music it is, Why you enjoy listening to it, And explain how it makes you feel.
• Talk about a book you would like to read in the future. You should say: What the book is, Why you want to read it, What you expect to learn from it, And explain how you plan to get it.
• Describe a movie you have watched more than once. You should say: What the movie is, Why you watched it again, What you learned from it, And explain why it is a movie worth watching again.
• Talk about a book you read in your childhood. You should say: What the book is, Why you liked it, What you remember about it, And explain how it influenced you.
• Describe a song that reminds you of a special event. You should say: What the song is, What the event was, Why it reminds you of the event, And explain how it makes you feel when you hear it.
• Talk about a book you have read that taught you something new. You should say: What the book is, What you learned from it, Why you decided to read it, And explain how it helped you.
• Describe a movie that you think everyone should watch. You should say: What the movie is, What the movie is about, Why you think everyone should watch it, And explain how it can affect people.
• Talk about a piece of music that you listen to when you feel sad. You should say: What the music is, Why it makes you feel better, How often you listen to it, And explain how it helps you cope with your emotions.
• Describe a book that you found difficult to read. You should say: What the book is, Why you found it difficult, What you did to finish it, And explain whether you recommend it to others.
• Talk about a movie you watched that was based on a true story. You should say: What the movie is, What the true story is about, Why you decided to watch it, And explain how it affected you.
• Describe a book that you bought but never read. You should say: What the book is, Why you bought it, Why you never read it, And explain if you plan to read it in the future.
• Talk about a song that you listen to when you are happy. You should say: What the song is, Why it makes you happy, How often you listen to it, And explain how it improves your mood.
• Describe a movie that made you cry. You should say: What the movie is, Why it made you cry, What message the movie conveys, And explain why it was so emotional.
• Talk about a time when you recommended a book to a friend. You should say: What the book is, Why you recommended it, What your friend thought about it, And explain if your friend enjoyed it.
• Describe a song that you associate with a certain place. You should say: What the song is, What place it reminds you of, Why you associate it with that place, And explain how it makes you feel when you think about that place.
• Talk about a movie that you watched with your family. You should say: What the movie is, Why you chose to watch it, What your family thought about it, And explain how it was a good experience.
• Describe a book you read that changed your perspective on something. You should say: What the book is, What the perspective was, How it changed your thinking, And explain why it was important to you.
• Talk about a music genre that you enjoy. You should say: What the music genre is, Why you enjoy it, What kind of songs you like in that genre, And explain how it affects your mood.

Tips for Answering

• Briefly summarize the plot or main theme.
• Explain what you liked or disliked about it and why.
• Use specific vocabulary related to books, films, or music genres.