IELTS Speaking

Part-2  Topics

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27. Describe an occasion when you lost something.

You should say:

What you lost?

When and where you lost it?

What you did to find it?

And explain how you felt about it?


Sample Answer 1

A few months ago, I lost my phone. I realized that it was missing when I got home from school and couldn't find it anywhere. I searched my bag, my pockets, and even retraced my steps to see if I had dropped it somewhere on my way home, but I had no luck finding it.

I asked my family members if they had seen it, but they hadn't. I also called my phone from my mom's phone, but it went straight to voicemail. I started to feel worried and frustrated because my phone had all my important contacts, photos, and documents.

I decided to use the "Find My iPhone" app on my iPad to see if I could locate it. Luckily, the app showed that my phone was nearby, so I followed the signal and found it under the couch cushion in the living room. I must have accidentally dropped it there when I was putting my backpack down.

I was so relieved to have found my phone, and I felt silly for not checking under the couch cushion sooner. I was also grateful for the "Find My iPhone" app because it helped me locate my phone quickly.

Losing my phone made me realize how important it is to keep track of my belongings and be more careful. It also made me appreciate the convenience and usefulness of technology, such as the "Find My iPhone" app.


27. Describe an occasion when you lost something.

You should say:

What you lost?

When and where you lost it?

What you did to find it?

And explain how you felt about it?

Sample Answer 2

A few years ago, I lost my wallet while I was out running errands. I had just withdrawn some cash from the ATM and went to a few stores to buy some groceries and other essentials. When I got home, I realized that my wallet was missing.

I immediately panicked because my wallet had my driver's license, credit cards, and other important identification documents. I retraced my steps and went back to all the stores I had visited, but no one had found my wallet.

Feeling anxious and stressed, I decided to cancel all my credit cards and put a hold on my bank account to prevent any fraudulent activity. I also filed a report with the police in case someone found my wallet and turned it in.

The next day, I received a call from the police station informing me that someone had turned in my wallet. I went to the station to pick it up and was relieved to see that everything was still inside. The person who found it had contacted the police after seeing my ID and decided to turn it in.

Although I was grateful for the person's honesty, I couldn't help but feel embarrassed and frustrated for losing my wallet in the first place. I realized that I needed to be more careful and mindful of my belongings, especially when I'm out in public.

Overall, losing my wallet was a stressful and challenging experience, but it taught me the importance of taking precautions and being responsible for my belongings. I learned to be more mindful and vigilant when carrying important items, and to always have a backup plan in case of emergencies.