As(যেহেতু) climate change intensifies (বাড়ছে), Bangladesh faces (সম্মুখীন হচ্ছে) heightened vulnerability (উচ্চ ঝুঁকি) due to ( কারণে) its tropical
environment (এটির গ্রীষ্মপ্রধান পরিবেশ), geographic location (ভূপ্রাকৃতিক
অবস্থান), and the unchecked pressures (অনিয়ন্ত্রিত চাপ) of a capitalistic
economy (পুজিবাদী অর্থনীতি),
There are several reasons, such as geographic location,
uncontrolled pressures of capitalistic economic system and
tropical environment that create severe vulnerabilities for
Bangladesh

The dichotomy between the rich and the poor has widened over the years. (বছরের পর বছর ধরে ধনী ও দরিদ্রের মধ্যে বৈষম্য বিস্তৃত হয়েছে।)

 

IELTS SPEAKING: Part 2

 

Here are a couple of sample questions:

01. Describing a Person

 

Question: Describe a person you admire. You should say:

• Who the person is
• What they look like
• What kind of person they are
• Why you admire them

Answer:

Introduction: “Today, I would _ like to talk _ about my grandmother, who has been _ an incredibly influential person _ in my life. I have known her _ since I was born, and she has always been _ a source of inspiration and support for me.”

Main Body:

1. Who the person is and how you know them: “My grandmother, whom I call Nanu, is my mother’s mother. I have known her _ for as long as I can remember, and she has played a significant role in my upbringing. We have shared many wonderful experiences together, such as cooking traditional recipes and gardening in her beautiful backyard.”
2. What they look like: “Nanu is in her late seventies, with silver hair that she always wears in a neat bun. She has a warm and gentle face, adorned with a few wrinkles that tell stories of a life well-lived. Despite her age, she carries herself with grace and elegance.”
3. What kind of person they are: “Nana is known for being incredibly kind and compassionate. She has a heart of gold and is always willing to help others. Her patience and wisdom are unparalleled, and she has a wonderful sense of humor that can brighten up any room. She has shown her strength and resilience in countless situations, especially when she faced and overcame serious health challenges.”
4. Why you admire them: “I really admire Nana because of her unwavering positivity and determination. She has faced numerous hardships in her life but has always come out stronger and more resilient. One instance that stands out is when she took care of me and my siblings single-handedly when our parents were away for an extended period. She managed to keep everything running smoothly while ensuring we were all happy and well-cared for.”

Conclusion: “In conclusion, Nana has had a significant impact on my life because of her kindness, strength, and wisdom. I am grateful to have such a wonderful grandmother who has taught me the values of compassion, resilience, and love.”

Describe your childhood friend. You should say:

-when you met

-where you met

-how you felt about this friend

Band 8 or above sample answer

Candidate:

I’m blessed to have an extensive network of friends who are unbelievably supportive, considerate, and adventurous. And I more than anyone, never take my friends for granted. This is why I always make a special effort to keep in touch with my childhood friends, especially one in particular, my friend Tom.

Tom and I first met in 5th grade. He sat next to me the whole year, and I knew right away we would be best of friends. We used to spend all our time together. Tom was confident, outgoing, and very adventurous. Whenever the teacher asked for a volunteer, he was the first to raise his hand. Later on, in high school and college, Tom became quite the lady’s man. I’m sure this had something to do with the fact that he was quite tall with a muscular build. He also had straight brown hair and blue eyes. He was a handsome young man.

Today, Tom is the owner of an IT firm with over a dozen employees. He and I have worked together on a few projects when he hired me to build his website for him. He’s still a very confident person, but I also found him to be very helpful, and we’ve had endless conversations where we talk about family, career, and difficulties in life. He always tries to encourage people to do their best, which is one of the things I admire about him. Even though we don’t see each other as much as we used to, I really appreciate our wonderful friendship.

As you can see, the above answer uses several adjectives throughout to not only describe physical characteristics but also to describe personality too. Now that you know how to describe a person in the IELTS exam, get practicing!!

Cue Card Topic: a historical figure

Describe a historical figure you admire.
You should say:

• Who the person is
• What they did
• Why they are famous
  And explain why you admire them.

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Answer Template:

Who the person is:
“The historical figure I admire most is [name of the person], who was a/an [role, e.g., leader, scientist, philosopher]. They lived during the [mention the period, e.g., 19th century, ancient times], and their contributions have left a lasting impact on history.”

What they did:
“[Name of the person] is well-known for [specific achievements, e.g., uniting a nation, inventing something, or spreading ideas]. For example, they [give one or two specific examples of their accomplishments]. Their work not only influenced their time but also shaped the future.”

Why they are famous:
“They are famous because of their [specific traits, e.g., bravery, intellect, vision, or leadership]. They played a key role in [describe the major event or movement they contributed to]. Their legacy still inspires people today.”

Why you admire them:
“I admire them because of their [qualities, e.g., determination, courage, creativity] and their ability to overcome challenges. Despite the difficulties they faced, they remained committed to their goals. I think we can all learn a lot from their life, especially [specific lesson, e.g., the value of perseverance or the importance of standing up for what you believe in].”

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Example Answer:

Who the person is:
“The historical figure I admire most is Mahatma Gandhi, who was a political and spiritual leader in India during the early 20th century.”

What they did:
“Gandhi is best known for leading India’s independence movement against British rule using non-violent resistance. He organized peaceful protests, marches, and boycotts to challenge colonial laws and inspire unity among Indians.”

Why they are famous:
“He is famous for his philosophy of non-violence, or Ahimsa, which became a powerful tool for social and political change. His leadership during events like the Salt March and his emphasis on self-reliance made him a global icon for peace and justice.”

Why you admire them:
“I admire Gandhi for his unwavering commitment to his principles and his ability to bring people together without resorting to violence. Despite facing imprisonment and opposition, he never gave up. His life teaches us the importance of standing up for what is right, no matter how difficult the circumstances.”

# Necessary vocabulary for this cue card:

Vocabulary for Cue Card on Person/People	Meaning
Cheerful	Happy and positive.
Reliable	Can be trusted to do things well.
Generous	Likes to give and share with others.
Thoughtful	Thinks about other people’s feelings and needs.
Empathetic	Putting oneself in other’s shoes
Candid	Truthful
Self-made	To be successful because of one’s hard work
Ambitious	Wants to be successful and achieve goals.
Confident	Sure of oneself and one’s abilities.
Sincere	Honest and true in what they say and do.
Loyal	Faithful and supportive to someone or something.
Optimistic	Believes that good things will happen.
Pretentious	Trying to impress by bragging; often exaggerating oneself

Relatives = Your family members are also your relatives.

Nuclear family = A nuclear family, also called an elementary family, is a type of family group consisting of a pair of adults and their children.

Extended family= An extended family extends beyond the nuclear family, including grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other relatives.

Sibling = Siblings are your brothers and sisters.

Relationship Synonyms = Tie, link, attachment.

Admire Synonyms: Adore, idolise, respect, revere, honour, held in high regard, think highly of, esteem.

Memory Synonyms: Remembrance, thoughts, reminiscence, recollection, musing.

Phrases with meanings:

Bring up = Raise a child.
Look after = Take care of.
Rely on = Depend on.
Be close to = Having a strong bonding.
Get along with = Being close and friendly.
Admire = To respect and like someone.
A bubbly personality = A person who is very happy, lively, and often optimistic.
Charismatic = Someone with great charm and attraction, especially one who inspires others.

Vocabulary related to “Family”:

Flesh and blood
Blood is thicker than water
Get along with
Rely on/ depend on
Raise/ bring up
To be close
Get together
Have things in common
Family trait
Resemble
Run in the family
In-laws
Close-knit family
Extended family
Nuclear family
Relatives
To Raise
Childhood
Parenthood
Foster family
Overprotective
Quality time
Neglected
Tie/bond
Juvenile delinquency
To play truant
Forefathers
Half-brother
Single parent
Adoption
Family tree
Heir
Inherit
Admire
Fraternal
Descendant

Describe a person’s character

Let’s first take a look at describing a person’s character. Generally, you can talk about a person’s character using either positive or negative adjectives. Here are some examples:

Positive	Definition
Supportive	To provide or offer assistance when necessary.
Cheerful	Having a happy or pleasant personality.
Ambitious	Having a strong desire for success.
Outgoing	Having a sociable and friendly personality.
Considerate	Having a kind and thoughtful personality.
Confident	Being sure of oneself.
Adventurous	Someone who likes to try new and daring things

 

Negative	Definition
Pessimistic	Someone who often thinks negatively about life.
Rude	Impolite
Insensitive	Unfeeling or uncaring about other people’s feelings.
Stingy	Someone who doesn’t like to share.
Deceitful	A dishonest person who tries to hide the truth.
Arrogant	Someone who believes they are better than others.
Bad-tempered	A person who has an angry, irritable personality.

Describe Physical Characteristics

Now, let’s take a look at describing a person’s physical characteristics. English has a variety of words and ways to describe physical appearances. The following are some useful ways you should learn if you don’t already know them:

Physical	Vocabulary
Height	Tall, slender, short, medium height
Build	Chubby, petite, thin, stocky, small, large, muscular
Hair	Long, short, medium length, red, black, brown, gray, brunette, bald, straight, curly, wavy, thin
Eyes	Blue, brown, dark brown, gray, green
Men’s facial features	Clean-shaven, mustache, beard
Complexion	olive, fair, pale, dark, light

The above are relatively common ways to describe people in English. If there are any words that you’re not sure about, be sure to look them up in the dictionary so you can add them to your knowledge base. Now, let’s take a look at some of the ways you can use this vocabulary to describe a person in the IELTS Speaking exam.