ELECTRICITY CUT OFF

IELTS Speaking Part 2 – Instructions

• You will have 1 minute to think and make notes on the topic.

• The examiner will give you paper and a pencil for note-making.

• Then, you must speak continuously for 1–2 minutes on the topic.

• Usually, this is around 10–12 sentences spoken naturally..

Band 7 Answer

I remember a time last month when the electricity in my neighborhood was cut off for a few hours. It happened in the evening, which made it difficult and inconvenient because I was studying. I had to use candles and my phone flashlight to continue doing my work. At first, it felt annoying and frustrating, but later I tried to stay calm and relaxed. I spent some time talking with my family and playing board games, which made the situation more enjoyable. The electricity came back after a while, and I felt relieved. That experience taught me to be more prepared for unexpected situations like this.

Band 8 Answer

A memorable time when the electricity was cut off was during a storm last month. The power went out in the evening, making it challenging and inconvenient as I was trying to complete some important assignments. Without electricity, I had to rely on candles and my phone flashlight to continue my work. Initially, I felt frustrated and impatient, but then I decided to make the most of the situation by spending quality time with my family, playing board games, and sharing stories. The power outage lasted a few hours, and when the electricity finally returned, I felt relieved and grateful. This experience reminded me of the importance of being prepared for unexpected events and how small disruptions can be turned into opportunities for bonding and relaxation. It also made me appreciate modern conveniences like electricity and technology more.

Vocabulary Ideas

Band 7: difficult and inconvenient, use candles and phone flashlight, annoying and frustrating, talking with family, enjoyable, relieved, prepared for unexpected situations

Band 8: challenging and inconvenient, rely on candles and phone flashlight, frustrated and impatient, spending quality time, relieved and grateful, prepared for unexpected events, opportunities for bonding and relaxation, appreciate modern conveniences