Table Band 9 Answer Introduction The given table illustrates/provides information about/compares [WHAT THE TABLE SHOWS] in [PLACE/CATEGORIES] over the period from [YEAR] to [YEAR] . Or, if there is no time period: The given table compares [CATEGORIES] in terms of [MEASUREMENT/FEATURE] in [PLACE/YEAR] . Overview Overall, it is evident that [HIGHEST/MAIN FEATURE] , whereas [LOWEST/CONTRASTING FEATURE] . Moreover, [SECOND MAJOR FEATURE OR GENERAL TREND] . For tables showing changes over time: Overall, it is evident that [CATEGORY A] experienced the most significant increase , while [CATEGORY B] showed a downward trend . Moreover, [CATEGORY C] remained relatively stable throughout the given period . Body Paragraph 1 Turning first to [CATEGORY/GROUP 1] , it can be seen that [ITEM A] stood at [FIGURE] in [YEAR] , compared with [FIGURE] for ITEM B . The figure for [ITEM A] then increased/decreased to [FIGURE] in [YEAR] . Similarly/By contrast, [ITEM B] recorded [FIGURE] , before rising/fal...
IELTS Speaking Mock Test — Leisure Time & Holidays Level: British Council / IELTS style Duration: 11–14 minutes Target: Band 6.5–7.5 Part 1 — Introduction & Interview Examiner: Good afternoon. My name is ____. Can you tell me your full name, please? Do you work or are you a student? What do you like most about your work/studies? Now, let's talk about leisure time . What do you do in your spare time? What do you usually do to relax? How do you usually spend your evenings? What do you normally do after work or classes? Do you prefer staying at home in the evening or going out? Did you have more free time when you were younger? Is there any new leisure activity you would like to try? Who do you usually spend your free time with? Do you prefer active or relaxing leisure activities? Do you think you spend too much time on your phone during your free time? Examiner: Now, let's talk about holidays . How do people in your country us...