Cambridge IELTS 21 Academic Practice Test 1 Speaking follows the three-part IELTS format. Part 1 covers hairstyles and visiting a hairdresser or barber. Part 2 asks you to describe using tourist information from a guidebook or online. Part 3 discusses popular holidays, travelling abroad, tourist attractions, free museum entry and disappointing visitor experiences. Use the preparation and speaking timers, record natural answers and develop your ideas with reasons and examples. The complete practice test takes approximately 11–14 minutes from beginning to end.