SEEING SOMETHING IN THE SKY

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 want to talk about a beautiful sunset I saw last month. The sky was full of vivid colors, such as orange, pink, and purple, which made the view stunning and peaceful. I was standing near a park with my family and took some photos to capture the moment. Watching the sunset made me feel relaxed and happy. I also noticed some birds flying across the sky, which added to the beauty. It was a simple but unforgettable experience. Moments like this remind me to appreciate nature more.

Band 8 Answer

A memorable thing I recently saw in the sky was an incredible sunset during an evening walk in a nearby park. The sky was painted with vivid shades of orange, pink, and purple, creating a breathtaking and serene view. I paused for a while to admire the colors and take photographs to remember the moment. There were also birds gracefully flying across the horizon, which made the scene even more mesmerizing and peaceful. Observing the sunset gave me a sense of calmness and happiness and reminded me to appreciate the beauty of nature. It was a simple yet profound experience that left a lasting impression on me and made me feel connected to the world around me.

Vocabulary Ideas

Band 7: beautiful sunset, vivid colors, stunning and peaceful, capture the moment, relaxed and happy, birds flying, simple but unforgettable, appreciate nature

Band 8: incredible sunset, vivid shades, breathtaking and serene, admire the colors, mesmerizing and peaceful, calmness and happiness, simple yet profound, lasting impression, connected to the world