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IELTS SPEAKING PART 2: DESCRIBE A TEACHER
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 to 'A Teacher'.
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 Vocabulary
Read the below definitions. Then complete the quiz that follows.
- To follow in his/her footsteps - to do the same thing as someone else (often used in relation to careers). Usually positive.
- Compulsory (adj) - required by law or a rule; obligatory.(often used when talking about subjects that one have to study in high school eg. Math)
- To look forward to (v) - to be excited about something that will happen in the future. eg. I am looking forward to my summer vacation.
- Mind-numbing (adj) - very boring.
- To look back on (a time) - to think about a time in the past. eg. When I look back on my childhood, I feel lucky.
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 answer 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.
Tell me about a teacher you have had.
You should say:
what subject(s) (s)he teaches or taught
what the teacher is/was like
how he/she taught
And say whether other people had a similar opinion of this teacher.
Although I've had many teachers over the years, some good and some not, I'll never forget my high school English literature, I'm going to tell you about her.
(Basic information)
Her name is Ms. Lawlor. I actually don't remember her first name. Because English is a compulsory subject in secondary schools in Ireland, I saw her quite frequently, three or 4 times a week if I remember correctly.
Unlike other classes, I always looked forward to going to hers because she was open-minded. Many of the teachers I have had have been focused on achieving high exam scores whereas Ms. Lawlor seemed to be focused on learning. She encouraged us to be creative, which for me, was very inspiring.
Also, she was also very patient, taking time to guide students who were struggling to understand the content of the lessons.
I think most of my classmates would agree that she was an amazing teacher.
(Two reasons)
Ms. Lawlor was an unforgettable teacher for two reasons.
First of all, she inspired me to read more. At that time, I was a moody teenager and thought reading was mind-numbing but with her guidance, I began picking up more books and continue to read regularly today.
Secondly, although I didn't know it at the time, she would inspire me to follow in her footsteps. I mean, she probably influenced me to become an English language instructor. Occasionally, I look back on my time in her classes when planning my own lessons and try to replicate the atmosphere she created.
I hope that one day I can inspire my students in the same way she inspired me.
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