SOMETHING YOU BROKE

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 breaking my favorite mug last month. I was carrying it to the kitchen, and I accidentally dropped it on the floor. The mug fell and shattered into pieces, which made me feel upset and careless. It was a special mug because it was a gift from my best friend. After breaking it, I realized I should be more careful with my belongings. I also cleaned up the mess quickly to avoid hurting anyone. Even though it was a small thing, it reminded me that accidents can happen anytime. I felt regretful but learned a lesson from that experience.

Band 8 Answer

A memorable time when I broke something was when I accidentally dropped my favorite mug, which was a gift from a close friend. I was moving it from the table to the kitchen, and it slipped from my hands, falling and shattering into pieces. I felt immediately upset and guilty because the mug had sentimental value. After cleaning up the mess carefully, I realized that being careful and attentive is very important, especially with items that hold emotional significance. This experience taught me to handle things with patience and caution. Although it was just a small accident, it left a lasting impression and reminded me that even minor mistakes can have consequences. I also shared the story with my friend, and thankfully, they were understanding and forgiving. Overall, breaking that mug was a lesson in responsibility and mindfulness.

Vocabulary Ideas

Band 7: shattered into pieces, upset and careless, gift, careful with belongings, accidents can happen anytime, regretful, learned a lesson

Band 8: shattered into pieces, upset and guilty, sentimental value, careful and attentive, patience and caution, minor mistakes can have consequences, understanding and forgiving, responsibility and mindfulness