Speaking about literature and films

IELTS Speaking Part 3 is a discussion in which the IELTS examiner will ask you a number of questions on a specific topic and expect you to give full answers (approximately 1+ minute for each answer). Below are a number of questions related to the literature and flims that an examiner may ask in IELTS Speaking Part 3.

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What are some of the difficulties in adapting a book into a film?

Do you think adaptations of books into films are a good idea? Why?

What role do critics and reviewers play in the success of a book or film?

What are the most popular film genres in your culture/country?

What are some of the recent changes and trends in the film industry in your country?

What is the role of the government in promoting film production?

Which do you think is more beneficial for children, reading or watching films?

Why is literacy important?

How can children be encouraged to read?

In what ways has the internet changed reading habits?

Do you think that the internet and television will eventually make books obsolete?

What do you think are some of the important skills a film-maker needs?

What positive effects can foreign films have on local people and culture?

What negative effects can foreign films have on the local people and culture?

Are there any jobs where people need to read a lot? What are they?

What personal qualities do you think a successful author needs?