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April & May 2025
Part 2

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EXAM QUESTIONS FOR PART 2

Q1

Describe an important decision you have made with the help of another person. You should say - who the person is - how this person was able to help you - why you needed to make this decision and what the outcome was.

Q2

Describe a piece of art (for example, a painting, sculpture, theatre piece, etc.) that you appreciate. You should say: - What the work of art is - When and where you first saw it - How it is made - And explain why you appreciate it.

Q3

Describe a time when you missed an appointment

Q4

Describe a wild animal from your country that you find interesting. You should say: what the animal is; where it lives in your country; how you first learned about this animal; and why you find this animal interesting.

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Q5

Describe an outing or a trip that you recently spent with your friends. You should say: 1) where you went, 2) what you did there, 3) how you felt about it. Try to speak about these points for 2 minutes.

Q6

Describe a place you visited that has been affected by pollution. You should say: - Where this place is - What type of pollution you saw there - How the pollution has affected that place - How you felt about it

Q7

Describe a time when you had some medicine. You should say: - what you had to eat or drink - how often you had to take it - why you had to take it - and explain how it helped you or any side effects you had from it.

Q8

Describe a time when you saw interesting animals. You should say: - where you saw them - what happened when you saw them - how you felt about this experience And explain why they were interesting.

Q9

Describe a piece of technology you like using apart from computers. You should say: - What the technology is - How often you use this technology - What you use this technology for - and explain why you like using this technology.

Q10

Describe a high school, university or evening class (or course) you studied You should say: - what you did in this class (or course) - how long the class or course was - who taught the class (or course) - and explain why you chose to study this subject (or course)

Q11

Describe a time when you were really close to a wild animal. You should say: when and where this happened, what kind of animal you saw, what you were doing at the time and explain how you felt about this encounter.

Q12

Describe a historical period that you are interested in. You should say: - What the historical period is - Why you are interested in it - What you know about this period - How you have learned about this period

Q13

Describe a piece of art you like. You should say: - What the work of art is - When you first saw it - What you know about it And explain why you like it.

Q14

Describe an interesting animal that you have come across. You should say: - What type of animal it is - When and where you saw it - What it looked like - and explain why you think it is interesting.

Q15

Describe a piece of technology you use for your work or studies. You should say: - what the technology is - how you came to know about it - how you use it - and why you find it useful or important.

Q16

Describe a book that you recently read. You should say: - What the book is? - What is it about? - Why did you choose to read it? - And how you felt after reading it?

Q17

Describe a time when you received good service from a company or shop. You should say: - what service it was - what company or shop it was - how they served you - and explain why you think it was a good service.

Q18

Describe a special occasion when you had a really enjoyable meal. You should say: - where you had this meal - who you were with - what you ate - and explain why this meal was memorable.

Q19

Describe a time when you changed your opinion. You should say: - When this was - Why you changed your opinion - What the result of this change was

Q20

Describe an expensive activity that you enjoy doing occasionally. You should say: - What the activity is - Why you find it expensive - How often you do this activity - Explain why you enjoy doing this activity.

Q21

Describe a time when you had to make a difficult decision. You should say: - what the decision was - how you made the decision - what the results of the decision were - and explain why it was a difficult decision for you.

Q22

Describe an exciting book you have read. You should say: - What the book is about - Why you decided to read it - How it made you feel - Why you found it exciting

Q23

Describe a well-known person you admire. You should say: Who this person is Why this person is well-known Why you admire this person And explain what impact this person has had on your life.

Q24

Describe a trip that you plan to go on in the near future. You should say: - where you will go - what you will do there - who you will go with - and explain why you are looking forward to this trip.

Q25

Describe a celebration or event you really enjoyed. You should say: - What the event was - Where it was held - What you saw or did And explain why you enjoyed it so much.

Q26

Describe a time you had to solve a problem through the Internet. You should say: - What the problem was - How you used the Internet to help - What the results were - and how you felt about it.

Q27

Describe a time when you really appreciated a service you received as a customer. You should talk about: 1. Where it happened 2. What the service was 3. Why you appreciated it 4. And explain how it influenced your feelings towards the company.

Q28

Describe a skill that you can teach other people. You should say: - What the skill is - Why you chose this skill - How you would teach it - And explain why you think this skill is important to learn.

Q29

Describe a time when you visited a place with friends. You should say: - Where you went - Who you went with - What you did - And explain why you enjoyed the visit

Q30

Describe a teacher who has greatly influenced you in your education.

Q31

Describe a time when you had to change your plans due to the weather. You should say: - when it happened - where you were - what kind of weather it was - and explain how you felt about it.

Q32

Describe a success of your friend that made you feel proud. You should say: - who this friend was (or, is) - what success they had - how your friend celebrated this success - and explain why you were proud of your friend's success.

Q33

Describe a time when you got lost. You should say: - when and where it happened - who you were with - what you did to find your way - and explain how you felt when you got lost.

Q34

Describe a time when you were really close to a wild animal. You should say: - When and where it happened. - What kind of animal it was. - How you feel at that time. - Explain what you learned from the experience.

Q35

Describe a time when you had to change your plans because of the weather. You should say: - What were your original plans? - What was the weather like? - What changes did you have to make? - And explain how you felt about the changes.

Q36

Describe a product or application, which is based on artificial intelligence, that you use in your everyday life. You should say:

Q37

Describe a time when you were excited about a future event. You should say: - What the event was - When and where it happened - Who you told about this event - And explain why you were excited about this event.

Q38

Describe an important decision you have made in your life. You should say: - What the decision was - Why you had to make this decision - How you made the decision - And explain how it changed your life

Q39

Talk about a time when you had to use your imagination to solve a problem. You should say: - When and where it happened - What the problem was - How you used your imagination - Explain how you felt about it

Q40

Describe a competition (such as a professional, life event, or education-related competition) that you want to participate in. You should say: - What the competition is - How you knew it - What you need to prepare - And explain why you want to participate in this competition

Q41

Describe a piece of clothing you enjoy wearing. You should say: - where you got it from - what it looks like - when you wear it - and explain why you enjoy wearing it.

Q42

Describe a person you know who speaks a different language. You should say: - How you met this person - What language they speak - How often you communicate with them And explain why you find this person interesting.

Q43

Describe a wild animal that you have seen. You should say: - Where you saw it - What it was doing - Describe how you felt when you saw it - And explain why you remember this wild animal

Q44

Describe a historical building you have visited. You should say: - Where it is - What you did there - Why you went there - And explain how you felt about it

Q45

Describe a time when you travelled by public transportation. You should say: - Where you were going - What type of public transportation you used - Who you were with - And explain how this experience was for you.

Q46

Describe a time when you visited a friend at their workplace. You should say: - Where it was - Why you visited your friend at work - What you did there - And explain how you felt about this visit

Q47

Describe a historical period you would like to visit. You should say: - What the period is - Where this place is - What you would do there - And why you want to visit this period

Q48

Describe a person who has had a significant influence on your life. You should say: - Who the person is - How long you have known him / her - What qualities this person has - Explain why this person has had such an influence on you.

Q49

Describe a time when you made a promise to someone. You should say: - Who you made the promise to - What the promise was - Why you made the promise - How you felt after you made the promise

Q50

Describe an interesting animal you saw. You should say: - Where you saw it - What it looked like - What it was doing - And explain why it was interesting

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