Describe a family celebration that you remember. You should say
- what you were celebrating
- who was present
- what you and your family did to make the celebration special
- and why you enjoyed the occasion.
Here's my sample answer:
- I’m going to describe my sister’s wedding day, which took place a few years ago in the town where I grew up. For my sister it was the biggest and most important day of her life.
- I think there were around 100 people at the marriage ceremony, which was held in a church. Even more people came to the party, or the wedding reception as we call it, after the ceremony. Of course, most members of my family were there, as well as the groom’s family and a collection of the bride and groom's friends and colleagues.
- To make the celebration special, we did what families normally do. My mother made sure that the church and the reception venue were nicely decorated - there were flowers everywhere! Obviously we all dressed for the occasion, and there were bridesmaids, gifts, a huge wedding cake, and so on.
- I enjoyed the occasion because it was great to see my sister so happy on her big day. The ceremony was perfect, and we all had a fantastic time at the reception. It’s rare for me to see all of my family and friends together in one place, so that’s probably what made the day so memorable for me.
I'm always love the way that you connect your ideas, it's simple and comprehensive. Moreover I feel familiar with my big brother's wedding, I think that only thing I do is to rewrite your ideas and make a little change for my speaking structure. I really really appreciate your contributions.
Thank you, Simon!
Posted by: Do Quoc | July 11, 2014 at 09:29
thanks simon very much. I checked my results today at the British council web site I got 8 overall with 9 in listening, 8 in reading, 7 in both writing and speaking. you helped me a lot in my ielts journey and end up with what I dreamed of. good luck every one.
Posted by: hibba | July 11, 2014 at 10:27
@hibba
how many times did you attend ielts exam.
and tell us little bit about your experience , i mean 4 to 5 key Technics,
thanks
Posted by: nee | July 11, 2014 at 10:49
hi Nee
I took the test nine times but I think I was rushing to take the test with out building the confidence which is required to pass.
practice a lot especially for lis. and reading.
read paper, new scientists magazine.
writing : follow simon advice as well as Collins book for writing and try to get someone to check your writing and highlight your weak points and work on them to improve it. I this way , you will be aware of your mistakes which you used to do and try to avoid it.
speaking: I followed Sam maccarter book, improve your listening and speaking.
Build your confidence before you take the test.
all the best.
Posted by: hibba | July 11, 2014 at 11:03
Hi ,Hibba congratulations ... I Need band 7 in each .. Plz kindly share ur tips for academic reading ... I m going to give my exam at Easton university .. Thanks ...
Posted by: Veenu | July 11, 2014 at 13:20
Sorry at Aston university ..
Posted by: Veenu | July 11, 2014 at 13:21
ooo wow hibaaaa . em ao happy to hear that u have passes the test congradulationssaa
Posted by: sami | July 11, 2014 at 13:46
hi Veenu, when are u taking exam @aston.
Posted by: rr | July 11, 2014 at 15:02
Hi, Simon
I have a question regarding vocabulary. Don't I need to use some collocations and idioms to get band 7 in speaking? I'm a little confused cause I don't see them in this answer.
Looking forward to your reply or answer in your next post.
Thank you very much and good luck!
Posted by: Yiyi | July 11, 2014 at 15:17
Hibba
That's GREAT. Many many CONGRATULATIONS ! I'm soooooo happy for you.
Posted by: maha | July 11, 2014 at 15:31
Hi , rr at Aston university birmingham.
Posted by: Veenu | July 11, 2014 at 15:41
Hibba,
Could you please tell me the exact name of the Sam maccarter's book you mentioned? Thanks.
Posted by: RickyNj | July 11, 2014 at 15:50
Hi simon
This is the first time i write a comment here.I got my ielts result today! i got a 7 in my writing!! cannot believe it!! last time i only got 5.5.Then someone told me about your website.i spent two weeks reading all your writing and marking down important suggestions!
still cannot believe i can improve my writing from 5.5 to 7 in two weeks!! thanks a lot simon!!
Posted by: G | July 11, 2014 at 15:57
Wow Hibba, How I wish I could make it too. Congratulations.
Posted by: Lon | July 11, 2014 at 21:43
Hi Veenu , I mean on which date r u taking exam
Posted by: reema | July 11, 2014 at 23:50
the book called improve your listening and speaking.
Posted by: hibba | July 12, 2014 at 01:18
hibba
niw u ll be looking forward to get in addmition in ospap ..
i would also need these information from you .. you r not appearing un my skype list. . dont know
Posted by: sami | July 12, 2014 at 15:38
I'm new on this site, i start preparing for my speaking exam which will be held on 15 this month. hope every thing goes great.....
comparing to other site ,this site contains a lot of examples and advice i hope to cover it all.
Posted by: hussam | July 12, 2014 at 15:59
where are you from sami?
Posted by: hibba | July 12, 2014 at 20:01
Sami
there is no chance of applying this year . so hopefully next year I will have a chance.
Posted by: hibba | July 12, 2014 at 21:18
Hii everyone....
Posted by: Shanil parikh | July 13, 2014 at 10:29
Hi every one !
I gonna take my exam at 18 August, and last exam that I have taken was one month ago .
I got overall 5, but I need at least band 6,5.
Please share with me your experiences .
It might be really appreciated by me.Thanks
Posted by: Salem Farhmand | July 14, 2014 at 08:10
Great post man thank you for sharing
Posted by: tır kantarı | July 14, 2014 at 15:45
Hi sir, I need some help in writing section! Could you please give me some tips r information which I required
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