IELTS Speaking · Part 2 · Long turn (cue card)

A historic building you have visited

Level C13 min

Show format & tips

Format

  • 1 minute to prepare, 1–2 minutes to speak
  • The examiner may ask one or two follow-up questions

Tips

  • Use the minute to note one keyword per bullet point, not full sentences.
  • Tell it as a story: set the scene, say what happened, say how you felt.
  • Keep talking until the examiner stops you — 2 minutes is the target.

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ExaminerI'd like you to describe a historic building you have visited. You have one minute to prepare. You can make some notes if you wish.

Cue card

Describe a historic building you have visited.

You should say:

  • what the building is
  • where it is
  • what you saw and did there

and explain what you learned from your visit.