SPEECH YOU GAVE

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 giving a speech on Independence Day in my school last year. I was nervous at first, but I practiced a lot before the event. In my speech, I talked about the importance of freedom, national heroes, and patriotism. I also mentioned how everyone should respect the country and contribute positively to society. The teachers and students listened attentively, which made me feel confident and proud. After finishing, I received applause and appreciation from everyone, which was very encouraging. Giving the speech taught me to express my thoughts clearly and overcome nervousness in front of an audience. Overall, it was a memorable and rewarding experience.

Band 8 Answer

A memorable speech I gave was during the Independence Day celebration at my school last year. I was initially nervous and anxious, but extensive preparation helped me feel ready. In my speech, I highlighted the significance of freedom, sacrifices made by national heroes, and the importance of patriotism. I also emphasized how each citizen should contribute to the country’s growth and uphold its values. While delivering the speech, I noticed the audience listening attentively, which boosted my confidence. At the end, I received warm applause and compliments from teachers and students, which was very motivating. Preparing and giving this speech helped me develop public speaking skills, improve clarity, and manage nervousness. Overall, it was an inspiring and unforgettable experience that made me feel proud and accomplished.

Vocabulary Ideas

Band 7: nervous at first, importance of freedom, national heroes, patriotism, respect the country, listened attentively, confident and proud, applause and appreciation, express thoughts clearly, overcome nervousness, memorable and rewarding experience

Band 8: nervous and anxious, significance of freedom, sacrifices made by national heroes, importance of patriotism, contribute to country’s growth, uphold its values, listening attentively, warm applause and compliments, develop public speaking skills, clarity, inspiring and unforgettable experience, proud and accomplished