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June & July 2026
Part 2

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EXAM QUESTIONS FOR PART 2

Q1

Describe an important decision that you made with the help of someone else. You should say: - What the decision was - Who helped you - How they helped you - And explain why this decision was important to you

Q2

Describe a special gift or present you gave to someone. You should say: who you gave it to, what kind of gift it was, why you decided to give that particular gift, and explain why you think it was special or appreciated.

Q3

Describe a long journey you would like to make. You should say: where you would go, how you would travel, who you would go with and explain why you would like to make this journey.

Q4

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.

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Q5

Describe a piece of art that you find beautiful. You should say: - what it is - when you saw it - where you saw it And discuss why it left a significant impression on you.

Q6

Describe a place you visited that has been affected by pollution. You should say: - where it was - what kind of pollution you saw - what the causes of this pollution are and - what you felt about this situation.

Q7

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

Q8

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.

Q9

Describe a book you have recently read. You should say: - What the book is? - Who is the author? - What it is about? - And explain why you enjoyed the book or why it was interesting to you.

Q10

Describe a music concert you recently went to. You should say: - Where the concert was - Who you went with - What bands or singers performed - And explain why this concert was memorable for you.

Q11

Describe your favorite season. Please say - What season is it? - Why do you like it? - How is this season different from other seasons in your country?

Q12

Describe a time when you were really close to a wild animal. You should say: - where you were - what the animal was - what happened - and explain how you felt about this experience.

Q13

Describe a place you visited that has been affected by pollution. You should say: - Where it was - What type of pollution you saw - How the pollution affected that place and explain - How the experience made you feel

Q14

Describe a piece of art (painting, sculpture, etc.) that you like. You should say: - where you saw it - what it looks like - why you like it And explain your feelings when you first saw it.

Q15

Describe a success your friend has achieved. You should say: - What the success was - How your friend achieved it - When it happened - And explain your feelings when you heard about the success.

Q16

Describe a book that you recently read. You should say: - What the book was. - How you came to read this book. - What the book was about. - And explain why it made an impression on you.

Q17

Describe a book that had a major influence on you. You should say: - what the book is - why you decided to read it - what is it about, and - explain why it had a major influence on you.

Q18

Describe a child you know. You should say: who the child is, how you know him or her, what the child likes to do and explain why you like this child.

Q19

Describe a public event you have attended. You should say: - what this event was - where it was held - why you attended this event - and explain how you felt about this event.

Q20

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

Q21

Describe a place where you would like to have (or, build) a home. You should say: - Where it is - What the place looks like - How you know about the place - When you first went to this place - What work you would do if you lived there - and explain why you would like to live there.

Q22

Describe a book that you enjoyed reading because you had to think a lot. Please say: - What the book was - Why you decided to read it - What you learned from the book - And explain why the book was challenging

Q23

Describe a person you have seen (who is beautiful or handsome)

Q24

Describe an interesting historical place you have been to. You should say: where it is, what it is (a brief history of the place), why you went to this place, and explain why you thought it was interesting.

Q25

Describe an artist or entertainer you admire. You should say: - who they are and what kind of art they produce - how you found out about them - why you admire them - and explain how they influence in your life.

Q26

Describe a piece of art that 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

Q27

Describe a family celebration that you remember. You should say: - What you were celebrating - Who was present at the celebration - What you and your family did to make the celebration special - And explain why you remember this celebration in particular.

Q28

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.

Q29

Describe a time when you tried a new food for the first time. You should say: - Where you were - What the food was - Why you decided to try it - And explain how you felt after tasting it

Q30

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

Q31

Describe a time when you were excited about an upcoming event. You should say: - what the event was - why you were excited - what you did to prepare - and explain how the event actually turned out.

Q32

Describe a person who has had a significant influence on your life. You should say: who the person is; how long you've known him/her; what qualities this person has; and explain why this person has had such an influence on your life.

Q33

Describe an article you read in a magazine or on the internet about healthy living. You should say: where you read it, what the article was about, how the article made you feel, and explain why you remember this article.

Q34

Describe a book you have recently read. You should say: - what the book is - what the book is about - why you chose to read it And explain what you learned from the book.

Q35

Describe a teacher who has greatly influenced you in your education. You should say: - who the person was - where you met them - what subject they taught - and explain how this person influenced you.

Q36

Describe a book that you have recently read. You should say: what the book was, why you decided to read it, what the book was about, and explain how you felt after reading the book.

Q37

Describe a situation when you had to be polite. You should say: - Where were you? - Who were you with? - What did you do? - And explain why you had to be polite.

Q38

Describe a time when you had to use your imagination. You should say: - When this was - What the situation was - Why you had to use your imagination - And explain how you felt about it.

Q39

Describe a memorable event from your school days. You should say: what the event was, when it happened, where it took place, how you felt about it, and explain why this event was memorable for you.

Q40

Part 2 Describe a present you have given to someone. You should say: - Who you gave the present to - What the present was - Why you decided to give this particular present and explain how the other person reacted when they received this present.

Q41

Describe a person who has greatly influenced your life. You should say: - Who the person is - How you know this person - How this person has influenced your life And explain why this person has such an influence on you.

Q42

Describe an interesting conversation you had. You should say: - Who you had the conversation with - What the conversation was about - Why you found the conversation interesting

Q43

Describe a happy event that you remember well. You should say: - What the event was - Where it happened - When it happened - Why it made you happy You should speak for 2 minutes to describe this memory.

Q44

Describe a time when you tried something new. You should say: - What it was - Why you tried it - What the result was - Explain how you felt after trying it.

Q45

Describe a piece of art (for example, painting, sculpture) that you like.

Q46

Describe a sport you like to watch or play. You should say: - what people wear in this sport - what equipment is used in this sport - how this sport is played - and explain why you like this sport.

Q47

Describe a historical event you have learned about. You should say: - What the event was - Where it took place - What happened - And why you think it was interesting

Q48

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.

Q49

Describe an interesting animal that you know about. You should say: - what animal it is - what it looks like - where it lives and explain why it is interesting.

Q50

Describe a time when you are very busy. You should say: - when this time is - what you do at this time - how you arrange your time - and explain how you feel after this busy time is over.

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