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IELTS Speaking Part 1

Ice cream: Part 1 questions and answers

Real Part 1 questions about ice cream, as candidates reported them. Play each one, answer it out loud, then open a short Band 7 reply to compare.

Today's topicIce cream

  • 4–5 minthe whole part
  • ~12questions
  • ~20 seach answer

Answer, add a reason or an example, then stop. The examiner moves on fast, so short and real wins.

Reported in May 2026

Question 1: Do you like ice cream?

Yes/no questionDon't stop at yes or no. Say why.

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AnswerDefinitely, I do. WhyI’ve definitely got a sweet tooth, so ice cream is a nice treat after work, especially in a warm evening. ExampleI usually buy a small tub on Friday and eat it while watching film, and that’s probably my favourite thing.

Why it's a Band 7

  1. got a sweet tooth This natural phrase shows a strong liking for sweet food.
  2. nice treat Nice is a general word. A precise choice could be enjoyable treat.
  3. and that’s probably The linker and is repeated in a simple way.
  4. in a warm evening A preposition slip: on a warm evening is correct.
  5. my favourite thing A plain choice; my favourite routine would be more precise.
  6. while watching film A missing article: while watching a film is correct.

About 17 seconds to say. Part 1 answers sit around 10 to 25.

Question 2: What is your favourite flavour of ice cream?

Open questionAnswer it, then add one detail.

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AnswerProbably dulce de leche. WhyI tend to go for it because the flavour is nice but not too heavy, and it reminds me of desserts I had at home. ExampleI had a cone after late shift last month, and it was really good, although I can never remember the exact name of the shop.

Why it's a Band 7

  1. go for This phrasal verb shows a natural choice or preference.
  2. really good Good is a general word. A more precise word could be delicious.
  3. and it was really good The linker and is repeated in a simple way.
  4. after late shift A missing article: after a late shift is correct.
  5. the flavour is nice A plain choice; rich would be more precise.

About 22 seconds to say. Part 1 answers sit around 10 to 25.

Question 3: Did you often eat ice cream when you were younger?

About the pastUse the past: I used to, I remember…

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AnswerYes, quite often. WhyWhen I was in the secondary school, I’d buy a cup after classes because it helped me cool down on hot afternoons. ExampleI remember meeting my cousin outside a small cinema in 2014, and we shared one before going home. It was a good habit, and I still remember it.

Why it's a Band 7

  1. helped me cool down This phrase explains becoming less hot in a natural way.
  2. a good habit Good is a general word. A precise choice could be relaxing habit.
  3. and we shared one The linker and is repeated in a simple way.
  4. in the secondary school An extra article: at secondary school is correct.

About 21 seconds to say. Part 1 answers sit around 10 to 25.

Question 4: Are there shops selling ice cream near where you live?

Yes/no questionDon't stop at yes or no. Say why.

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AnswerYes, there are. WhyI live in Rosario, and several ice-cream shops are within walking distance of my flat, which is very convenient when I want something cold. ExampleFor example, there’s one near the bus stop I use after work, so I sometimes stop there and buy small cup on Sunday afternoon.

Why it's a Band 7

  1. within walking distance This useful phrase clearly describes a nearby place.
  2. and several ice-cream shops The linker and is repeated in a simple way.
  3. buy small cup A missing article: buy a small cup is correct.

About 20 seconds to say. Part 1 answers sit around 10 to 25.

Question 5: Can you make ice cream yourself?

Yes/no questionDon't stop at yes or no. Say why.

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AnswerYes, I can make a simple version. WhyI whip up a mixture with cream and condensed milk, although it doesn’t have the same texture as shop-bought ice cream. ExampleI tried it for my birthday on March, and the result was good, but the freezer left a few icy bits.

Why it's a Band 7

  1. whip up a mixture This phrasal verb shows that the food is made quickly.
  2. the result was good Good is a general word. A precise choice could be successful.
  3. cream and condensed milk The answer gives specific ingredients to support the reason.
  4. on March A preposition slip: in March is correct.

About 20 seconds to say. Part 1 answers sit around 10 to 25.

Question 6: Do you usually eat ice cream alone or with someone else?

This or thatPick one and say why.

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AnswerUsually with someone else. WhyI eat ice cream with my flatmate because it gives us time to chat and catch up with each other after work. ExampleLast Tuesday, we sat in kitchen for about fifteen minutes and talked about our week. It’s a simple thing, but I enjoy it.

Why it's a Band 7

  1. catch up with each other This phrase shows informal conversation about recent events.
  2. a simple thing Thing is a vague word. A precise choice could be routine.
  3. and talked about our week The linker and is repeated in a simple way.
  4. sat in kitchen A missing article: sat in the kitchen is correct.

About 20 seconds to say. Part 1 answers sit around 10 to 25.

Phrases to borrow

have a sweet tooth

/hæv ə swiːt tuːθ/

enjoy sweet foods very much

My brother has a sweet tooth, especially in winter.

go for something

/ɡəʊ fə ˈsʌmθɪŋ/

choose or prefer something

I usually go for the vegetarian option.

cool down

/kuːl daʊn/

become cooler or less hot

I sat outside to cool down after exercising.

within walking distance of something

/wɪˌðɪn ˈwɔːkɪŋ ˈdɪstəns əv ˈsʌmθɪŋ/

near enough to reach by walking

The library is within walking distance of my home.

whip up something

/wɪp ʌp ˈsʌmθɪŋ/

make something quickly and easily

I can whip up a quick pasta dish.

catch up with someone

/kætʃ ʌp wɪð ˈsʌmwʌn/

talk to someone about recent events

I called my sister to catch up with her.

Fill the gap

Which phrase fits?

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Can you make ice cream yourself?

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