IELTS Speaking

IELTS Speaking Part 1: Family - Sample Questions and Tips

Published June 15, 2026 · 8 views

Part 1 of the IELTS Speaking test lasts four to five minutes. The examiner asks short questions about familiar topics such as family.

Sample Questions

  • Do you have a large family?
  • Who are you closest to?
  • What do you do together?
  • Do you live with your parents?

Ideas to Include

Describe relationships and shared activities.

How to Answer

  1. Answer the question directly in the first sentence.
  2. Add a reason using because or since.
  3. Give a short example or detail.
  4. Keep your answer to two or three sentences.

Tip

Do not memorise answers. Speak naturally and keep eye contact with the examiner.