IELTS Speaking Mathematics: All Questions with Sample Answers
1. Do you like math?
2. Do you think females are good at maths?
3. When did you start learning Math?
4. Do you think maths is important?
5. Who taught you maths?
6. Is maths difficult for you to learn?
7. Do you like to use a calculator?
IELTS Speaking: Talking About Mathematics
This topic may appear in any part of the IELTS Speaking test. You might be asked about your experience with math or its role in society.
Useful Vocabulary
- add up, work out, calculate, do sums in your head
- be good with numbers, mental arithmetic, logical thinking
- algebra, geometry, statistics, problem-solving skills
Example Questions
- Did you enjoy studying maths at school?
- Do you often need to use maths in your daily life?
- Should everyone study mathematics at school?
Sample Speaking Part 2 Prompt
Describe a time you had to solve a problem using numbers. You should say:
- what the problem was
- how you worked it out
- how long it took you
- and explain how you felt about the result
Tips
The examiner is testing your English, not your arithmetic. Say whether you are good with numbers and why, rather than trying to explain a formula.