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Describe Your Hometown IELTS Speaking Part 1 Topic

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The blog first discusses some sample questions that are based on the topic of ‘Hometown’ for IELTS Speaking Part 1. The blog also gives out some sample answers to these questions, followed by frequently asked questions on the IELTS Speaking module.

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The IELTS Speaking part 1 topic ‘Describe your Hometown’ is one of the most often asked and easiest topics to answer in an IELTS test. In this topic, test takers have to describe their hometown, where they were born, raised, and spent a major part of their lives. In this blog, we will try to look at various questions that can be asked on the topic of ‘Hometown’ in IELTS Speaking Part 1.

"Describe your Hometown" Questions & Sample Answers

Below are the most common questions associated with IELTS Speaking part 1 topic: "Describe your Hometown," along with their sample answers.

What is the name of your hometown?

Sample Answer

My hometown is Chandigarh. It is the capital of Punjab, located in the Northwestern part of the state. It is also known as ‘The City Beautiful’.

Is your hometown a big or small town?

Sample Answer 1	My hometown ‘Chandigarh’ is a medium-sized city. Therefore, it is easy for its residents to travel around. They can easily save a lot of time.
Sample Answer 2	My hometown ‘Chandigarh’ is not a metropolis, but it is not small either. However, it is not a crowded place. It is a clean and green city. It is also the capital city and one of the most modern cities in the northern region.

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How long have you been living in your hometown?

Sample Answer 1	I have lived in Chandigarh for the last twenty years. It is indeed a long time to live in a city that I call home. My entire social circle is here. However, I want to work in a different city to broaden my horizons.
Sample Answer 2	I have lived in Chandigarh since my birth. I was born and completed my schooling there.

Do you like your hometown? Why/Why not?

Sample Answer 1	Yes, I like my hometown very much because it is one of the most modern places in the region. It also serves one of the best delicacies and has fabulous food among all the cities in the region.
Sample Answer 2	Yes, I like my hometown of Shimla. It is the capital city of Himachal Pradesh, located in the Shivalik Hills. It is famous for its various tourist spots, especially Mall Road, and attracts tourists from around the world.

Is there anything you dislike about your hometown?

Sample Answer 1	I am from Delhi, the capital of India. The only thing I dislike about it is traffic jams, which occur regularly in the city. These traffic jams are quite annoying during rush hours.
Sample Answer 2	I love my city, but as they say, every rose has thorns. Similarly, there are certain things I dislike about my hometown. The public transport could be faster here, and I often get fed up with it. So, if only the public transport system could be improved, my hometown would be the best place to live.

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Which thing do you like the most about your hometown? Why?

Sample Answer 1	My hometown is one of the greenest places in the region. It is home to many public parks I often visit with my friends to relax.
Sample Answer 2	I live in Delhi, the capital city of India. It is really known for its delicious food. The city is home to restaurants with cuisines from around the world, not only from India.

Do you like living in your hometown? Why/Why not?

Sample Answer 1	Yes, I like living in Chandigarh. It is an eco-friendly city, and the environment is very pleasant there.
Sample Answer 2	Yes, I love living in my city. It is a very happening place. It is home to the region’s music industry, and you see a number of singers coming here for concerts.

Can you describe your hometown a little bit?

Sample Answer 1	I belong to Delhi, the capital of India. It is one of the largest cities in the world and has a population of about 31 million.
Sample Answer 2	My hometown is a medium-sized city in the foothills of Shivalik mountain ranges. It is one of the cleanest and greenest cities in the country. Its residential areas are divided into sectors and have wide roads.

The above-mentioned are the most common sample questions that test takers are asked when they get the "describe your hometown" topic in the IELTS speaking part 1. If you want to prepare for the IELTS exam and achieve the required band score. Then, you can contact Canamprep, the best IELTS institute in India, and get expert guidance on preparing for the IELTS exam.

Also read: IELTS speaking part 1 topics & questions

FAQ

What are the most common topics asked in the IELTS Speaking test?

The most common topics on which questions are asked in the IELTS Speaking test are as follows:

• Work

• Education

• Hometown

• Study

• Shopping

• Hobbies etc.

Is IELTS Speaking test difficult?

Although IELTS band scores are equally marked for all four modules, some students find one of the modules the toughest to score. Some find listening easy and writing difficult, while others may find speaking a tough module to get through. Therefore, it really depends from student to student that each may find one of the modules tough to score.

How can I score well in the IELTS Speaking module?

Some tips for scoring well in the IELTS Speaking have been mentioned below:

• Don’t memorize answers.

• Don’t use unfamiliar words.

• Use variations in sentences to sound intelligent in the English language.

• Don’t use and worry about accents.

• Keep calm and pause before speaking.

• Don’t hesitate while speaking, and avoid fillers.

• Give reasons for your answers.

• Take care of your pronunciation.

How can I score an 8.5 in IELTS Speaking?

You need to score equally well on Fluency and Coherence, Lexical Resource, Grammatical Range and Accuracy and Pronunciation to get good bands in IELTS Speaking.

What do IELTS examiners look for in the Speaking module?

The result for the Speaking module in IELTS is given as a band score that ranges from band 0 to band 9, which depends upon the student’s performance. The IELTS examiners give scores to a student based on four criteria as Fluency and Coherence, Lexical Resource, Grammatical Range and Accuracy and Pronunciation.

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Describe Your Hometown IELTS Speaking Part 1 Topic

Table of Contents

"Describe your Hometown" Questions & Sample Answers

What is the name of your hometown?

Is your hometown a big or small town?

How long have you been living in your hometown?

Do you like your hometown? Why/Why not?

Is there anything you dislike about your hometown?

Which thing do you like the most about your hometown? Why?

Do you like living in your hometown? Why/Why not?

Can you describe your hometown a little bit?

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