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IELTS SPEAKING PART 2: A LONG JOURNEY
In this lesson, you will review speaking part 2 tips, learn some key vocabulary and study a sample answer for an IELTS speaking part 2 question related 'A Long Jouney'.
01 IELTS Speaking Part 2 Tips
- Use an opener.
- Answer the question by paraphrasing.
- Use different tenses/structures.
- Include fluency markers and linking words.
- Use some less common vocabulary (as seen below)
02 Useful Vocabulary
Read the below definitions. Then complete the quiz that follows.
- To push on (v) - to continue on a journey.
- To come up with (v) - to think of an idea, plan or solution.
- Safe and sound (adj)- usually used when we talk about the end of a trip. It means not hurt or damaged.
- To commute (v) - to make the same journey regularly between work and home.
- To set off (v) - to begin a journey.
- Arduous (adj) - involving or requiring strenuous effort; difficult and tiring.
Now, take the quiz. More than one answer may be possible. Choose the most appropriate answer.
03 Listen and fill in the blanks
Watch and listen to the video of our sample answers below. Use a notebook to take note of the answers. Then check your answers.
04 Practice
Now it's your turn, prepare your own answers using some of the vocabulary you learned today.
You should use the model answers to help you and you can 'steal' some phrases but you should not copy or try to memorize the answers.
Then, practice answering the below questions. It is a good idea to record your answers on your phone then listen to the answers and correct any mistakes you can hear.
Describe a long journey you went on.
You should say
· Where you went
· How long it took
· Who you went with
How you felt about that journey.
(Opener)
Although, I’m fortunate to have traveled to many countries by plane, a
particularly memorable trip is one I made motorbike, so I’m going to tell you about that.
(Where)
Last summer, a couple of friends came up with a plan to go to Da Lat, which is a mountainous city located a few hundred kilometers north of Ho Chi Minh City. It’s famous for its comfortable climate and breathtaking scenery.
(How did you go there)
Anyway, we were feeling adventurous, so instead of hopping on a bus, we opted to go by motorcycle. We were all living and working in Ho Chi Minh City at the time so we were used to riding. We set off at about nine o’clock.
(How long)
It took about 8 hours to get there and by the time we arrived, we were all exhausted! We passed out when we got to the hotel. We had estimated it would take five or six hours, but I guess we were wrong. Next time, we should plan more carefully and not simply rely on google maps!
(Two reasons)
Even though it was tiring, I really enjoyed it for two reasons.
First of all, it was a valuable bonding experience. I mean, I feel like my friends and I really got closer because of the trip. Honestly, it was more arduous than expected. We had a couple of breakdowns and got lost a few times. That said, we pushed on and by supporting each other, we made it there safe and sound.
Secondly, when we eventually arrived on the outskirts of Da Lat, the scenery was incredible! With the wind in our hair, we made our way to our hotel via long winding mountain roads surrounded by trees and lakes. I couldn’t imagine a more spectacular place to ride a motorbike.
All things considered, I would absolutely love to take another trip like this!
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