Describe a time when you received a call from someone you do not know in a public place. You should say: - Where you were when you received this call - Who called you - What the call was about and - Explain how you felt about receiving this call.

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Vocabulary

  • stranger
  • communication
  • situation
  • anxiety
  • unexpected
  • interaction
  • conversation
  • curiosity
  • emergency
  • notification
  • distraction
  • privacy
  • environment
  • reaction
  • experience

Sample Answer

I’d like to talk about a rather unexpected call I received last year while I was sitting in a bustling café in my city. I had just ordered my usual cup of cappuccino and was enjoying some quiet time to read a book when my phone rang. To my surprise, the caller ID displayed a number I didn’t recognize. When I answered, it turned out to be a representative from a local charity organization. They were reaching out to inform me about an upcoming fundraising event they were organizing to support underprivileged children in my community. Although I had never interacted with this charity before, I was intrigued by their mission and the event they were promoting. Initially, I felt a little apprehensive about receiving a call from a stranger, especially in such a public setting. However, as the conversation unfolded, my apprehension turned into curiosity and enthusiasm. The representative was very friendly and passionate about their cause, which made me feel more at ease. I found myself more receptive to their message and ended up committing to attend the event, as well as consider ways I could contribute. Overall, this experience was quite enlightening. It taught me that sometimes, unexpected calls can lead to new opportunities and connections, even if they come from strangers.

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