Speaking about transport

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 transport that an examiner may ask in IELTS Speaking Part 3.

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What are the most common forms of transport in your country? For people? For freight?

What are some of the main problems of traveling on the road in your country?

What are some of the main causes of traffic accidents in your country?

What can the government do to solve road safety problems and reduce accidents?

What do you think are some future developments in transport and travel?

Why is transport and traveling changing so much and so quickly?

Have modes of transportation changed in your country in recent years?

What are some of the problems associated with private vehicle use?

How important do you think it is for people to use public transport?

What are the most common types of public transport found in your country?

Are there any public transport problems in your country?

What could the authorities do to encourage more people to take public transportation?

What are the causes of and contributing factors to traffic congestion?

How do you think countries can reduce congestion on the roads?

Is there any environmentally-friendly transportation in your area?

Do you think authorities should discourage the use of private vehicles within city limits?