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April & May 2026
Part 2

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EXAM QUESTIONS FOR PART 2

Q1

Describe a time when you helped someone. You should say: - Who you helped - How you helped them - Why you chose to help this person - And explain how you felt after helping them

Q2

Describe a time when you helped a friend. You should say: who the friend was, what help you provided, how you felt after helping and explain why your help was important.

Q3

Describe a place (not your home) where you often go to read and study. You should say: - Where it is - What type of place it is - What you do there - And explain why you like to study at this place

Q4

Describe a journey that you remember well. You should say: - where you went - how you travelled - what you did when you arrived And explain why you remember this journey well.

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Q5

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.

Q6

Describe an interesting event you have attended recently. Please say - what the event was, - where it was held, - who were the people attending, - and explain why you found it interesting.

Q7

At some point in our lives, we have all taken trips that we will remember for many years. I want to you to talk about a memorable trip that you once went on. Describe where you went, why that place was special, who you went there with, and why this particular trip was memorable for you. You have one to two minutes to speak about this. I'll give you a bit of time to prepare before you start speaking.

Q8

Describe a historical period you would have liked to live in. You should say: - What the time period is - What you know about this period - Why you would like to have experienced it - How you think your life would be different if you lived during this time

Q9

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

Q10

Describe a person who has had an important influence on your life. You should say: - who this person is - how long you have known him/her - what qualities this person has Explain why they have had such an important influence on your life.

Q11

Describe an occasion when you had to wait for a long time. You should say: where it happened, why you had to wait, what you did while waiting, and how you felt about the wait.

Q12

Describe a successful small business that you know about. You should say: - What is the business? - How did you come to know about it? - Who started it and what does it deal in? - Explain why you think it is successful.

Q13

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.

Q14

Describe an important journey that was delayed. You should say: - why you were making the journey - why the journey was important - why the journey was delayed - and explain how you felt about the delay.

Q15

Describe an event you attended in which you didn't like the music played. You should say: - What the event was - Where it was - What kind of music was played - And explain why you did not like the music.

Q16

Describe a time when you received good service from a company or shop. Please include in your explanation: - Where was this company or shop? - When did this happen? - What kind of service was it? - Explain why it was a good service.

Q17

Describe a piece of art (for example, painting or statue) that you remember seeing. You should say: - where you saw it - what it looked like - what it was about - and explain your impression of it.

Q18

Describe a time when you helped someone. You should say: - Who you helped - How you helped them - What the result was - And explain how you felt about helping.

Q19

Describe a time when you faced a lot of pressure in your personal or professional life. You should say: What the situation was, how you dealt with this pressure, and explain how you felt while facing this situation.

Q20

Describe a gift you gave someone that they really liked. You should say: - what the gift was - who you gave it to - why you chose it - and explain why they liked it so much.

Q21

Describe a film you didn't like. You should say: - when you saw it - where you saw it - what it was about - and explain why you didn't like it.

Q22

Describe a time when you helped someone. You should say: - Who you helped - What the situation was - How you helped them - And explain how you felt afterwards.

Q23

Describe a journey (by car, plane, boat) that you remember well. You should say: where you went; how you travelled; why you went on the journey; and explain why you remember this journey well.

Q24

Describe a large company that you are interested in. You should say: - What the company is - What the company does - Why you are interested in it

Q25

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

Q26

Describe a special toy you had in your childhood. You should say: - what it was - who gave it to you - how you used to play with it - explain why it was special to you

Q27

Describe a recent sporting event you have attended. You should say: - where you were - who you were with - what sports were played and explain why you found the event interesting or enjoyable.

Q28

Describe a family which you like and are happy to know. You should say: - Who they are - How you know them - What they usually do together - And explain why you like this family

Q29

Describe a family member who has had an important influence on you. 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.

Q30

Describe an occasion when you received a good service from a company or a shop. You should say: - What service it was - Where and when you received the service - What particularly pleased you about the service - And explain if you told others about this excellent service

Q31

Describe a movie you really enjoyed watching. You should say: - What the movie is about - Who are the main characters - Why did you enjoy the film - And how you felt after seeing it

Q32

Describe a time when you helped someone. You should say: - Who you helped - How you helped them - Why you decided to help them And explain how you felt after helping them.

Q33

Describe a time when you moved to a new school or home. You should say: when it was, where it was, why you moved, and explain how you felt about it.

Q34

Describe a time when you were really close to a wild animal. You should say: - When and where you saw the animal - What happened when you saw the animal - How you felt about the experience.

Q35

Describe a time when you were surprised to meet a friend. You should say: - where you were - who the friend was - why you were surprised - and what you and your friend talked about

Q36

Describe an old person you admire. You should say: Who this person is, How long you have known this person, What qualities this person has. And explain why you admire this person.

Q37

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.

Q38

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

Q39

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

Q40

Describe a time when you spent a lot of money on something. You should say: - What you bought - Where you bought it - Why you spent a lot of money - How you felt after buying it

Q41

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.

Q42

Talk about a book that you have read recently. You should say: - What was the title of the book? - Who was the author of the book? - What was the book about? - Explain why you decided to read this book.

Q43

Describe a time you had to wait in a long line. You should say: - Where it was and what you were waiting for - How long you had to wait - What you did while you were waiting - And explain how you felt about having to wait in line.

Q44

Describe an interesting tradition in your country. You should say: - What the tradition is - When it is celebrated - How you celebrate it - And explain why it is important to your country.

Q45

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

Q46

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

Q47

Describe a rewarding experience you had as a volunteer. You should say: - Where you volunteered - What work you did - How long you volunteered for - And explain why it was a rewarding experience for you

Q48

Describe a book you have recently read. You should say: - What the book is? - What the book is about? - Why you read it? - And explain how you felt about it?

Q49

Describe an exciting book you have read. You should say: - What the book was about - When and where you read it - How you found out about this book - and explain why it was exciting.

Q50

Describe a piece of art (painting, sculpture, etc.) that you like. You should say: What it is, Where you saw it, What it looks like and explain why you like it.

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