EXCITING ACTIVITY YOU TRIED FOR FIRST TIME

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

One exciting activity I tried for the first time was horse riding. It happened during a family trip when we visited a farm. At first, I felt a little nervous and scared because I had never been so close to such a big animal. The trainer gave me basic instructions and helped me feel more confident. Once the horse started walking, I felt excited and happy. The ride gave me a sense of freedom and adventure. I enjoyed the beautiful scenery around me while riding. It was a completely new experience and something I will always remember. Trying horse riding taught me that sometimes we need to overcome our fear to enjoy life more.

Band 8 Answer

An exciting activity I experienced for the very first time was horse riding during a holiday trip to a countryside farm. Initially, I felt uneasy and anxious, as the horse looked quite tall and powerful. However, the instructor guided me with clear instructions and encouraged me to stay calm. Once I began riding, my fear quickly turned into thrill and excitement. The movement of the horse gave me a unique feeling of adventure and freedom, which I had never experienced before. As we rode through lush green fields and quiet trails, I felt deeply connected to nature. What impressed me most was how the activity boosted my confidence and courage. It also made me realize that stepping outside our comfort zone can lead to unforgettable experiences. Overall, horse riding was not just fun but also a memorable lesson in bravery and self-belief.

Vocabulary Ideas

Band 7: nervous and scared, basic instructions, excited and happy, freedom and adventure, beautiful scenery, new experience, overcome fear, enjoyable moment

Band 8: uneasy and anxious, thrill and excitement, unique feeling of adventure, lush green fields, boosted confidence, stepping outside comfort zone, unforgettable experience, bravery and self-belief, deeply connected to nature