UNIT 1: DESCRIBING PEOPLE

 HOW TO EXPAND ANSWERS IN IELTS SPEAKING PART 2

 Use question words

often many

long much
how

who
old

question
words
what
why

where
when

 Use clauses of concession

E.g.: Although/though/even though we didn’t like him, we had to be nice to him.
In spite of/despite the pouring rain, he managed to get to school on time.
 Use clauses of result
E.g.: It was too dark in the room, so we had to switch on the lights.
 Give an example from your experience
E.g.: For example, I had an important exam last month and wanted to go somewhere quiet to
study for it, and I chose to go to my school library. I realized it was a wise idea because I could
fully concentrate on my work. (Describe a quiet place you like spending your time in.)

I. LANGUAGE CONSOLIDATION

VOCABULARY: DESCRIBING PEOPLE

1. Note how these words and phrases are used in context to describe people’s appearance.

My sister’s got sleek dark long hair. (smooth and shiny)

She has an oval face and a flawless complexion. (the quality of the skin on her face is perfect)

He’s tall and slim, but he’s in good shape. (ịn good physical condition)

He’s got broad shoulders and is well built. (with a solid, strong body)

My cousin Susan has to wear a teeth brace. (a metal device to straighten her teeth)

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My father is bald but has a droopy moustache. (long and hanging down heavily)

2. Match the phrases with their meaning.

Phrases
1. be good company
2. keep sb’s word
3. keep sb’s temper
4. be full of beans
5. have a good sense of humor
6. have a heart of gold
7. be as hard as nails
8. have a selfish streak
Meaning
a. be very kind and helpful
b. be pleasant to be with
c. act in a selfish way
d. have a lot or energy
e. having no sympathy for others
f. not get angry
g. keep sb’s promises
h. have the ability to find things funny or the quality of being funny

II. EXAM PRACTICE

1. Describe a foreign person who you have heard of or known that you think is interesting.
You should say:

 who the person is

 how you knew him/her
 what kind of person he/she is

and explain why you think he/she is interesting.

2. Describe a person who impressed you most when you were in primary school.
You should say

 who the person is

 how you got to know him/her
 why he/she impressed you most
and explain how you felt about him/her.
3. Describe a family member you spend most of your time with.

You should say:

 who the person is

 what he/she is like
 what you do together

and how you feel about this person.

4. Describe someone who is older than you that you know and admire.
You should say:

 who this person is

 how you knew this person
 what he/she is like
And explain why you admire this person.

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5. Describe a singer/actor you like.
You should say:

 who he/she is
 what his/her personality is like
 what kind of style his/her music/acting belongs to
and explain why you like him/her.

6. Describe someone you would like to study or work with.

You should say:

 who this person is

 how long you have known this person
 what you have done together

and explain why you would like to work/study with this person.

7. Describe a person who taught you something.

You should say:

 who this person is

 what he/she is like
 what he/she taught you

and how you felt about this person.

8. Describe a person who you find interesting.

You should say:

 who the person is

 how long you have known him/her
 what he/she is like
and explain why you think he/she is interesting.
9. Describe an intelligent person you know.
You should say:

 who the person is

 where he/she lives or comes from
 what he/she is good at
and explain why you think he/she is intelligent.

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