IELTS Speaking Part 2 — Describe an interesting old person you have met. • who this person is • when and where you met them • what you did together • and explain why you found them interesting

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 interesting old person you have met

who this person is
when and where you met them
what you did together
and explain why you found them interesting

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

What can young people learn from older generations?
Do you think modern society makes enough room for older people?
In your view, do older people have less say in society than they used to?

Describe an interesting old person you have met

How to Structure Your 2-Minute Answer

Part 3 — Follow-up Questions

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