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IELTS SPEAKING PART II DESCRIBE A PERSON 1. Describe a person who helps others in his/her spare time. 2. Describe someone you know who has interesting ideas or opinions. 3. Describe an interesting old person you met. 4. Describe a person you wanted to be similar to when you were growing up. Sample:

I would like to describe one of my teachers who taught me at high school. He has had a great influence on me and has been a role model whom I look up to. His name is Dat and he taught me English for 3 years of high school. He is in his 50s but looks quite young for his age and he had a lot of teaching experience. I was most influenced by the way he taught us in class. He inspired me to study English, even though I had not been interested in the subject before. Thanks to his effective teaching method, I was able to pass the university entrance exam with a flying colors. (1) The most striking impression I got about him is that he had a heart of gold, which distinguished his from all other teachers I met. He cared about us as if we had been his sons and daughters. It seems that the time at school was not enough for him to teach us and express his love and care for us. The reason why I said so is because he opened free classes at home to tutor us, especially when the exams were around the corners. He said he found himself having too much free time and he wanted to do something meaningful for his students. Although the classes were free, he taught us with all his energy. He also had a very interesting outlook on life. He told us that life was short, so we should try to do meaningful things to beautify it, and helping others was the best way to stay happy and healthy. (2) The primary reason why I think he had many interesting ideas is that he always came up with fun ways to learn new words and phrases. For example, he often made up hilarious stories containing new collocations we’ve just learned. This helped us remember new words very easily and be able to use the phrases we’ve learned in real life. He also had a very interesting outlook on life. He told us that life was short, so we should try to do meaningful things to beautify it, and helping others was the best way to stay happy and healthy. (3) The primary reason why I think he is interesting is that he had a very interesting outlook on life. He told us that life was short, so we should try to do meaningful things to beautify it, and helping others was the best way to stay happy and healthy. I was also influenced by his lifestyle, which was so simple and worthy of respect that I really wanted to copy him. As he is a warm-hearted person, he always gave us advice about any problems we faced. At times, I felt that he was like my friend who I could share everything with. (4) The primary reason why I think I would like to become like him is that he had a very interesting outlook on life. He told us that life was short, so we should try to do meaningful things to beautify it, and helping others was the best way to stay happy and healthy. I was also influenced by his lifestyle, which was so

simple and worthy of respect that I really wanted to copy him. As he is a warm-hearted person, he always gave us advice about any problems we faced. At times, I felt that he was like my friend who I could share everything with.

Although we have now all graduated from high school, my friends and I often visit him at the weekends to tell him about our daily life at university. 5. Describe a person you know who speaks a foreign language well 6. Describe a person who encouraged you to achieve a goal. 7. Describe an intelligent person you know. 8. Describe someone you would like to work or study with. Sample:

I would like to tell you about one of the most inspirational people I have ever known. His name is Vu Nhat Minh who is 27 years old. I knew him around some months ago when I revised for my IELTS examination. At that time, I was under a lot of pressure learning English because I had to learn by heart every day but it was very difficult for me as I didn't have any partner to practice English together. Luckily, I met Minh when we both joined an IELTS class. Actually, his English was much better than mine, so he willingly spent time speaking English with me daily to improve my pronunciation and vocabulary. (5) You know, just after one month, he could speak English very fluently and he sounds almost like a native speaker to me. I think the main reason why he has made a tremendous progress in learning is that he is so clever and creative in learning English. He always comes up with fun ways to learn new words and phrases. For example, he often makes up hilarious stories containing new collocations we’ve just learned. This helps us remember new words very easily and be able to use the phrases we’ve learned in real life. This is also why I love to study with him. (6) He has been my source of inspiration since I have been stressed and wanted to give up so many times when I could get my desired band score. But he is very patient to me and encourages me almost every day by sending me some inspirational quotes and give me compliments. Plus, he always comes up with fun ways to learn new words and phrases. For example, he often makes up hilarious stories containing new collocations we’ve just learned. This helps us remember new words very easily and be able to use the phrases we’ve learned in real life. This is also why I love to study with him. (7) The primary reason why I think he is so intelligent is that he is so creative in learning English. He always comes up with fun ways to learn new words and phrases. For example, he often makes up hilarious stories containing new collocations we’ve just learned. This helps us remember new words very easily and be able to use the phrases we’ve learned in real life. You know, just after one month, he could speak English very 9. Describe a band or singer you like. 10. Describe a famous person from another country that you would like to meet 11. Describe a person you know who is beautiful or handsome. Sample:

I would like to talk about Taylor Swift who is a renowned American pop singer and possesses millions of fans around the world. (11) When it comes to her appealing appearance, she looks like a supermodel with her slim figure and dazzling smiles. Although she is always tied up with work, she always spends time working out. This is why she can keep her awesome figure. What I also like about her appearance is her eyes which are blue and look so mysterious. And you know, being a public figure, she always dresses to the nines either on stage or at red-carpet events. (9) I think many people would agree with me that she has a flair for music, and her adoring voice draws people’s attention whenever she performs. You know, her massive hits always dominate the Billboard, one of the most prestigious music charts in the world. Every now and then, she joins her world tours to big cities such as New York or London. Well, I think there are many reasons why Taylor Swift is loved around the world. First and foremost, her music is absolutely melodious and catchy. Whenever her songs are being sung, I can’t help but sing along to them. Secondly, she has a heart of gold, raising fund for homeless children who are less fortunate than other children. (10) I wish I could meet her in person so that I can ask for her signature and selfie with her. I would also take advantage of this golden opportunity to send the letter of love I wrote for her, which contains all of my feelings for her and my best wishes to her. That would be a big moment of my life when I can witness with my own eyes such a big love of my life. Vocabulary:  Supermodel (n) siêu mẫu  Slim figure: thân hình thanh mảnh  public figure: người của công chúng  Dazzling smile: nụ cười rực rỡ  Have an flair for: có năng khiếu về  Massive hit: bản hit  Dress to the nines: ăn mặt đẹp lịch sự  Every now and then: thỉnh thoảng  Melodious and catchy: du dương và bắt tai, dễ nhớ  Sing along to: hát theo cùng

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Describing People Hair: wavy, curly, straight, dyed, shaved head, crew cut, bald, long, short, medium-length, black, blonde, brown, red, grey, white, a ponytail, pigtails, a beard, a moustache, clean-shaven, thick eyebrows, thin eyebrows Face: round, oval, broad, long, high cheekbones, pointed chin, double chin, wrinkles, dimple(s), freckles, fairskinned, pale complexion, suntanned, high/low/broad forehead Eyes: brown, blue, green, dark, grey, big, small, round, slanted, cross-eyed, long eyelashes, bags under the eyes Nose: big/small/hooked/flat nose Teeth: straight, crooked, even, white, yellowish, buck-toothed Mouth: big, small, wide, thin/thick lips, full lips, red lips, wears lipstick Ears: big, small, ears that stick out Build: heavy, overweight, plump, large, muscular, thin, slender, slim, skinny, small, broad shoulders Height: medium, average, tall, short, below average, above average Age: young, middle-aged, old, elderly, in one’s early/late teens, in one's mid-twenties/forties General appearance: plain looking, good looking, stunning, beautiful, gorgeous, handsome, well- dressed, smartly-dressed, neatly-dressed, casual, formal Personality: absent-minded, aggressive, brave, broad-minded, calm, cheerful, considerate, courteous, creative, critical, depressed, easy-going, energetic, extrovert, introvert, friendly, generous, gentle, highspirited, independent, intelligent, nervous, open-minded, outgoing, overbearing, patient, pessimistic, optimistic.