Sample Speaking Part 2, 3: Describe an old friend you enjoy talking with

2. Part 2 Structure

2.1. Concept of sample essay (Vietnamese)

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  • Đối với dạng bài miêu tả người bạn đặc biệt là đối với đề Describe an old friend you enjoy talking with, chúng ta nên đưa ra khoảng 1 - 2 câu để giới thiệu người mà ta định nói là ai và hoàn cảnh gặp nhau như thế nào. Tuy nhiên, vì đề bài về “chủ đề nói chuyện" là chính, ta không nên sa đà vào việc miêu tả ngoại hình hay tính cách nếu không muốn nói lạc đề.
  • Về chủ đề Describe an old friend you enjoy talking with, ta có thể đưa ra 1 hoặc 2 (khi bạn có tốc độ nói tốt) để phát triển. Để bài nói có tính mạch lạc, ta có thể kết hợp giải thích vì sao ta thích nói chuyện với người bạn này. Bạn có thể đưa ra một đặc điểm của người đó hoặc lượng kiến thức người đó có. Sau đó, ta mới chuyển sang chủ đề tiếp theo và quy trình lặp lại như trên.
  • Để kết bài Describe an old friend you enjoy talking with, ta có thể đưa ra 1 - 2 câu về sự mong đợi trong tương lai về mối quan hệ này. Thường ở phần này, ta nên nói về những gì tích cực nhất để dễ dàng kết nối với những gì ta vừa nói ở trên.

2.2. Quick notes in 1 minute (English)

3. Example Speaking: Discuss a close friend you enjoy conversing with

Listen to the Podcast of IELTS Speaking Part 2 - Describe a close friend you enjoy conversing with:

There's this friend I've known since high school, and we've been close ever since. Back then, I was her desk mate and not very outgoing, so we only started talking in the first month of high school. It turned out we had a lot in common. 

Her name is Minh, and she's a walking encyclopedia. We both love reading, and since high school, Minh has always known where to find the best book deals. Besides suggesting places to buy books, she also recommends books that match my interests. So, we always have endless discussions about what genres to explore next. 

As we've grown older and started working, Minh and I manage to meet once or twice a week. We usually start by complaining about work stress, but soon after, we're back to celebrating each other's career successes. These weekly meetups have become a routine, and we often skip other events just to spend time together. 

After nearly a decade of friendship, our bond remains strong. I hope to always have this reliable friend to confide in.

EXAMPLE IELTS SPEAKING PART 2 + 3 TOPIC: “DESCRIBE A TOPIC OF CONVERSATION THAT DIDN’T INTEREST YOU”

II. Sample Answer for IELTS Speaking Part 3: Engaging with strangers

Listen to the Podcast of IELTS Speaking Part 2 - Engaging with strangers:

1. How difficult is it to initiate a conversation with an unfamiliar person?

When it comes to children, they seem to have fewer inhibitions about meeting new people, driven by their natural curiosity, which explains why most friendships are forged during this period. However, adults exhibit more caution when approaching strangers.

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    • Hesitation (adj): ngập ngừng
    • wary (adj): thận trọng

2. How do you feel about conversing with strangers?

Personally, unless it's an emergency situation like reporting a crime or seeking help, I tend to avoid interactions with strangers. I wouldn't label myself as shy, but I simply don't find it necessary to socialize with people I don't know. Additionally, another reason why I avoid talking to strangers is that I'm concerned they might find me irritating without my realizing it.

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    • timid (adj): ngại ngùng
    • hobnob with sb: giao thiệp
    • get one's goat: làm ai đó khó chịu

3. Do you believe everyone possesses the same skill in conversing with strangers?

I believe this largely depends on a person's level of extroversion. For individuals who are comfortable initiating conversations with strangers, it comes naturally. Conversely, those who find it challenging to open up emotionally to others may exhibit signs of nervousness such as stammering or avoiding eye contact when they have to engage with strangers.

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    • extraversion (n): sự cởi mở
    • open one's heart: mở lòng
    • stutter (v): nói lắp