IELTS Sample Answers about Tourism: Speaking Parts 2 and 3

The video tutorial provides sample answers for IELTS speaking parts 2 and 3, focusing on tourism-related topics. The speaker shares a personal story about getting lost as a tourist in Venice, highlighting the importance of fluency over completing the story. In part 3, the speaker discusses changes in tourism in Portland, noting increased traffic and new rental bike centers. The video concludes with tips on using transition phrases and linking words effectively.

What is the main focus of tourism in speaking exams according to the introduction?

• Analyzing tourism trends

• Describing personal travel experiences

• Comparing different cultures

• Discussing travel destinations

What challenge does the speaker frequently encounter while traveling?

• Lack of funds

• Cultural misunderstandings

• Getting lost

• Language barriers

How does the speaker view getting lost as a tourist?

• As an opportunity for discovery

• As a major disadvantage

• As a reason to avoid traveling

• As a common tourist experience

What is the key aspect of fluency in speaking exams?

• Continuing to speak until stopped

• Using complex vocabulary

• Speaking without pauses

• Having a clear accent

What change in Portland's tourism is highlighted in the sample Part 3 answer?

• Decrease in hotel prices

• Closure of tourist attractions

• Introduction of rental bike centers

• Reduction in public transport

What does the increase in rental bike centers in Portland indicate?

• A decline in tourism

• A lack of public transport

• A decrease in traffic

• A focus on environmental sustainability

How has the number of tourists in Portland changed in recent years?

• It has decreased significantly

• It has remained stable

• It has fluctuated unpredictably

• It has increased significantly