Cambridge IELTS 9 Speaking Test-2 with Answer

Cambridge IELTS 9 Speaking Test- 2

Questions

PART 1: Giving Gifts

1. When do people give gifts or presents in your country?

2. Do you ever take a gift when you visit someone in their home? Why/Why not?

3. When did you last receive a gift? What was it?

4. Do you enjoy looking for gifts for people? Why/Why not?

PART II: Describe Something New or Exciting

You should say:

• What you did

• Where and when you did this

• Who you shared the activity with

• And explain why this activity was new or exciting for you

PART III: Discussion Topics

Doing New Things

1. Why do you think some people like doing new things?

2. What problems can people have when they try new activities for the first time?

3. Do you think it's best to do new things on your own or with other people? Why?

Learning New Things

1. What kinds of things do children learn to do when they are very young? How important are these things?

2. Do you think children and adults learn to do new things in the same way? How is their learning style different?

3. Some people say that it is more important to be able to learn new things now than it was in the past. Do you agree or disagree with that? Why?

   
   

Questions and Answers

PART 1: Giving Gifts

1. When do people give gifts or presents in your country?

   
   

   In my country, people usually give gifts during special occasions such as birthdays, weddings, and religious festivals. Gifts are also exchanged during holidays to show appreciation and love.

2. Do you ever take a gift when you visit someone in their home? Why/Why not?

   
   

   Yes, I always take a small gift when I visit someone's home, like flowers or sweets. It’s a gesture of goodwill and shows respect for the host's hospitality.

3. When did you last receive a gift? What was it?

   
   

   The last gift I received was a beautiful book on photography for my birthday. I love photography, so it was a thoughtful present that I really appreciated.

4. Do you enjoy looking for gifts for people? Why/Why not?

   
   

   Yes, I enjoy looking for gifts for people because it allows me to be creative and thoughtful. Finding something that suits the person's interests or needs gives me great joy.

PART II: Describe Something New or Exciting

Recently, I had the opportunity to go skydiving for the first time, and it was incredibly exciting. This experience took place at a skydiving center near my city last summer.

I went skydiving with a group of friends, which made it even more enjoyable. We had been planning this adventure for months, and finally, the day arrived.

The thrill of jumping out of a plane and feeling the rush of wind as I fell was unforgettable. It was new for me because I had never done anything so extreme before. The adrenaline and excitement made it a memorable experience that I’ll cherish forever.

PART III: Discussion Topics

Doing New Things

1. Why do you think some people like doing new things?

   
   

   Some people enjoy doing new things because it offers them a sense of adventure and excitement. Trying new activities can lead to personal growth and the discovery of new interests.

2. What problems can people have when they try new activities for the first time?

   
   

   People might feel nervous or anxious when trying new activities, especially if they are unsure of what to expect. There’s also the possibility of facing challenges or failures, which can be discouraging.

3. Do you think it's best to do new things on your own or with other people? Why?

   
   

   It depends on the person and the activity. Some may prefer doing new things alone for a sense of independence, while others might find comfort and motivation in sharing the experience with friends or family.

Learning New Things

1. What kinds of things do children learn to do when they are very young? How important are these things?

   
   

   Children learn essential skills like walking, talking, and socializing at a very young age. These foundational skills are crucial as they enable children to interact with the world around them and form relationships.

2. Do you think children and adults learn to do new things in the same way? How is their learning style different?

   
   

   No, children and adults often have different learning styles. Children typically learn through play and exploration, while adults may rely more on structured methods and experiences. Adults often have prior knowledge to build upon, which influences their learning process.

3. Some people say that it is more important to be able to learn new things now than it was in the past. Do you agree or disagree with that? Why?

   
   

   I agree that it’s more important to learn new things now than in the past. The fast-paced changes in technology and society require continuous learning to adapt. Skills that were once relevant may become outdated, so being open to learning new things is essential for personal and professional growth.

Vocabulary

words/expressions from the text, with meanings in English and Bangla, and examples.

sentences.

Word/Expression	Meaning (English)	Meaning (Bangla)	Example
Occasions	Special events or instances	উপলক্ষ	"People give gifts during special occasions such as birthdays."
Appreciation	Recognition and enjoyment of the good qualities of someone or something	প্রশংসা	"Gifts show appreciation and love."
Hospitality	Generous and friendly treatment of guests	আতিথেয়তা	"It shows respect for the host's hospitality."
Thoughtful	Considerate and showing care for others	চিন্তাশীল	"It was a thoughtful present that I really appreciated."
Creative	Using imagination or original ideas	সৃষ্টিশীল	"I enjoy looking for gifts because it allows me to be creative."
Cherish	To hold dear; to treasure	মূল্যবান মনে রাখা	"It was a memorable experience that I’ll cherish forever."
Opportunity	A favorable time or situation to do something	সুযোগ	"I had the opportunity to go skydiving for the first time."
Thrill	A feeling of excitement or pleasure	রোমাঞ্চ	"The thrill of jumping out of a plane was unforgettable."
Adrenaline	A hormone that creates excitement and energy	অ্যাড্রেনালিন	"The adrenaline made it a memorable experience."
Enjoyable	Providing pleasure or satisfaction	উপভোগ্য	"It was an incredibly exciting and enjoyable experience."
Sense of adventure	A feeling of excitement and willingness to take risks	অভিযান করার অনুভূতি	"Some people enjoy doing new things for a sense of adventure."
Personal growth	Development in one’s character and abilities	ব্যক্তিগত উন্নয়ন	"Trying new activities can lead to personal growth."
Nervous	Feeling anxious or apprehensive	নার্ভাস	"People might feel nervous when trying new activities."
Challenges	Difficult situations or tasks	চ্যালেঞ্জ	"There’s a possibility of facing challenges when trying new things."
Independence	Freedom from outside control	স্বাধীনতা	"Some may prefer doing new things alone for a sense of independence."
Essential skills	Necessary abilities needed for functioning	অপরিহার্য দক্ষতা	"Children learn essential skills like walking and talking."
Socializing	Interacting with others to form relationships	সামাজিকীকরণ	"Socializing helps children form relationships."
Foundational skills	Basic abilities that support further learning	ভিত্তিপ্রস্তর দক্ষতা	"These foundational skills are crucial for children."
Structured methods	Organized and planned approaches to learning	কাঠামোবদ্ধ পদ্ধতি	"Adults may rely more on structured methods for learning."
Prior knowledge	Previous understanding or information	পূর্ববর্তী জ্ঞান	"Adults often have prior knowledge to build upon."
Relevant	Closely connected or appropriate	প্রাসঙ্গিক	"Skills that were once relevant may become outdated."
Continuous learning	Ongoing education and skill development	অবিরাম শেখা	"Continuous learning is essential for personal and professional growth."
Adapt	To adjust or change to suit new conditions	অভিযোজিত করা	"The fast-paced changes in technology require us to adapt."
Open to learning	Willingness to acquire new knowledge	শেখার জন্য উন্মুক্ত	"Being open to learning new things is essential."
Professional growth	Advancement in one's career and skills	পেশাগত উন্নয়ন	"Continuous learning is crucial for professional growth."