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This IELTS Speaking Part 2 cue card asks you to talk about gift, covering who you gave it to; what kind of person he/she is; what the gift was; what occasion the gift was for; and explain why you chose that gift.. Below is a band 9 sample answer with tips on structuring a two-minute talk.
Talk about: Gift
You should say:
You have one minute to prepare and may make notes. Then speak for one to two minutes; the examiner may ask one or two short follow-up questions.
Recently, I gave a gift to my best friend for her birthday. She is a kind and thoughtful person who loves reading. I chose a beautiful hardcover edition of her favorite novel. I picked this gift because I know how much she cherishes that book, and I wanted to give her something special that she could keep for years.
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