Describe a first day at school you remember – IELTS speaking part 2
Describe a first day at a new school you remember
You should say:
- When it was
- What school it was
- How you felt about it
And explain why you remember it
“My first day of high school is a day I always remember, and was a total rollercoaster of emotions. I was excited and scared all at the same time. I remember walking into the building and being totally overwhelmed by the sheer number of people. It felt like everyone was staring at me and I was sure I was going to make a fool of myself.
As I made my way to my first class, I felt like my heart was in my throat. I had no idea what to expect and I was starting to get really nervous. I had heard so many stories about high school and none of them were good. I was expecting the worst, but luckily that wasn’t the case.
My first class ended up being surprisingly good. Everyone was really friendly and I quickly began to relax. I still felt a little out of my element, but I was able to take a deep breath and get through the day.
By the end of the day, I was feeling much more at ease. I had made a few friends and was starting to feel like I was fitting in. I had been so worried about my first day of high school, but in the end it wasn’t so bad after all.
I think the biggest thing I learned on my first day of high school was that it was okay to be scared and nervous. It was totally normal to feel overwhelmed, but I was able to push through and make it through the day. I was able to take it one step at a time and eventually everything fell into place. It was a great feeling of accomplishment that I’ll never forget.
Thank you.”
Idioms:
A rollercoaster of emotions
A rollercoaster of emotions is an idiom used to describe someone’s sudden and intense shifts in emotion. For example, someone who is going through a break up may experience a rollercoaster of emotions, ranging from sadness to anger to disbelief.
“I have been on a rollercoaster of emotions since my best friend moved away.”
My heart was in my throat:
This idiom is used to describe a feeling of intense fear or anxiety. An example of its usage would be:
“When I saw the angry bear, my heart was in my throat and I ran away as fast as I could.”
One step at a time:
One step at a time is an idiom that means to take things one step at a time, rather than trying to do too much at once. For example, if you’re trying to learn a new language, it might be better to start with a few basic phrases, rather than trying to learn the entire language all at once.
Describe a first day at school you remember – IELTS speaking part 3
What do parents do or prepare for their children going to school?
Well, I think that parents always want the best for their children when they go to school for the first time. They usually make sure that their children have all the supplies they need such as a backpack, lunchbox, pencils, notebooks, and other school supplies.
As well as that, parents often offer their children words of encouragement and advice on how to be successful. They remind their children to be kind to others, stay organised, and focus on their studies.
It’s a big step for children to go to school for the first time and parents are normally there to make it as easy and comfortable for them as possible.”
How do young children socialise with each other?
“Young children socialise with each other by playing together, talking, and exploring different activities.
They learn to take turns, share, and cooperate with each other, and through this social interaction, they develop their communication and social skills.
As well as that they can also learn from each other and build strong relationships. I think that watching young kids socialise and play together is a great joy for any parent or teacher, and it’s wonderful to see young children interacting and learning from each other.”
Do you think that making friends and socialising is important for young children?
“Yes, absolutely! Personally, I believe that making friends and socialising is a super important part of growing up for kids.
It can help them learn how to communicate and interact with different types of people, which is essential for when they get older.
On top of that, It also helps them develop social skills and build their self-confidence. Plus, it’s just fun! Kids need to be able to meet and play with other kids their age in order to learn how to get along with others, to be able to express their ideas and feelings, and to learn how to resolve conflicts.
What’s more, making friends and socialising can also help them with their academic performance, since it can help them develop better concentration and focus. All in all, it’s a great way for young children to learn and grow.”
More links to part 2 and part 3 example answers
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Describe an advertisement that you don’t like
Describe a time you made a complaint and got a positive result
