IELTS Speaking Part 2 — Describe an important decision you made. • what the decision was • when you made it • how you made it • and explain why it was important

Practice speaking on this topic for 1–2 minutes using the bullet points above. You have 1 minute to prepare your answer.

IELTS Speaking — Part 2

Describe the following

You will have 1 minute to prepare and then speak for 1–2 minutes.

Describe an important decision you made

what the decision was
when you made it
how you made it
and explain why it was important

1 min prep · 1–2 min speaking

Practice with a timer — just like the real exam Preparation time — make notes now Speaking time — speak out loud! Done — check your sample answers below

How to Structure Your 2-Minute Answer

~15s

Open — introduce the subject

Name who or what immediately. "I'd like to talk about..." Don't pause looking for words.

~20s

Context — how you know it / background

Give a short frame of reference so the examiner understands your connection to the topic.

~35s

Description — concrete details

This is the core of your answer. Use specific examples, vivid language, and avoid vague generalities.

~40s

Why it matters — feelings or impact

The examiner awards marks for fluency and range here. Expand on your opinion or reaction.

~10s

Close — a brief reflection

One sentence to wrap up naturally. Avoid trailing off. "That's why I'll always remember..."

Part 3 — Follow-up Questions

Do young people make decisions too quickly?
When is it better to ask others for advice before deciding?
Are big life decisions easier today with the internet?

Describe an important decision you made

How to Structure Your 2-Minute Answer

Part 3 — Follow-up Questions

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