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Describe something you bought recently that you were happy with.

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Describe something you bought recently that you were happy with: say what you bought, where you bought it, why you chose it and how much it cost, then explain why you were so happy with this purchase.

You get 60 seconds to make notes and then speak alone for 1–2 minutes. Spend about 15 seconds naming your choice, a minute on the bullet points, and the last 30–45 seconds on the explanation, where the marks are.

The trap: stopping after 45 seconds. Keep going until the examiner interrupts you — a short long turn is the most common way marks are lost here.

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Describe something you bought recently that you were happy with.

You should say:

what you bought
where you bought it
why you chose it
how much it cost

and explain why you were so happy with this purchase.

Rounding-off questions

Do you enjoy shopping for new things?
Do you usually plan your purchases carefully?

Preparation

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Model answer (Band 8-9)

Part 2

Original model answer written by our team for practice — not an official IELTS answer.

Recently I bought a pair of wireless noise-cancelling headphones, and I’ve honestly been over the moon with them. They’re a sleek black pair from a well-known brand, and I use them pretty much every single day now, whether I’m commuting, working, or just trying to unwind in the evening.

I picked them up from a big electronics store in the city centre. I’d done a bit of research online beforehand, reading reviews and comparing different models, but in the end I wanted to try them on in person and see how comfortable they felt. The store assistant let me test a few pairs, and as soon as I put these on, I could tell the sound quality was on another level.

I chose this particular model for a couple of reasons. First, I really needed something with strong noise cancellation because I often work in fairly noisy cafés, and I find it hard to concentrate. On top of that, they fold up neatly and feel quite sturdy, so they seemed like a practical long-term investment rather than a cheap, disposable gadget. They weren’t exactly cheap – they cost around 200 dollars, which is a significant amount for me – but they were on a slight discount, so I felt it was good value for money.

I was so happy with this purchase because it’s genuinely improved my daily life. I can focus much more easily, I enjoy music in a much richer way, and even my online meetings are clearer. In a way, it’s not just a piece of tech; it’s given me a little pocket of peace and quiet wherever I go, and that’s priceless.