IELTS Speaking tip
Develop a consistent response structure: introduction, main body, conclusion.
Vocabulary
- queue
- experience
- frustration
- anticipation
- patience
- eventually
- transaction
- destination
- lengthy
- boredom
- service
- customer
- timeframe
- environment
- reflection
Sample Answer
One time that stands out to me when I had to wait in a long line was at a popular amusement park last summer. I wanted to go on this thrilling roller coaster, which is the main attraction of the park. When I arrived, I was immediately drawn to the vibrant colors and excitement surrounding the ride, but I quickly realized that the line stretched far beyond my sight.
I needed to purchase a ticket to access the ride, and as I looked around, I saw people happily chatting, snacking, and even taking photos while waiting. I ended up waiting for almost an hour, which felt like quite a long time, especially under the hot sun. To make the situation a bit more bearable, I tried to engage myself in conversations with those around me and even played some games on my phone.
To be honest, my feelings were mixed. On one hand, the anticipation of finally getting on that roller coaster was exhilarating, and I was excited to have such a unique experience. On the other hand, the wait felt tedious, especially when I could see the ride just a few meters away. I realized that patience is essential in such situations, and ultimately, the thrill of the ride made it all worthwhile. Waiting in that line taught me a lot about enjoying the process, even when it feels monotonous.
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