IELTS Speaking Part 2 Sample Answer: Machine Problems

The video addresses a question from Anna about a peculiar cue card topic in a speaking test. The speaker shares a personal story about living in Taiwan and the challenges of doing laundry without a washing machine. The narrative includes idiomatic expressions and concludes with a reflection on the spontaneous nature of the speech.

What unusual topic did Anna Jubie's Part 2 cue card ask her to describe?

• A problem with a smartphone

• A problem with a washing machine or a TV

• A problem with a computer

• A problem with a car

Where did the speaker live in 2006, which led to the story about laundry challenges?

• Japan

• South Korea

• Taiwan

• China

What was one of the main challenges the speaker faced when doing laundry in Taiwan?

• Carrying clothes to the laundromat

• Understanding the Chinese instructions on the machines

• Getting enough water for washing

• Finding a laundromat

What did the speaker have to ensure before going to the laundromat?

• Having a washing machine

• Having enough coins

• Having enough detergent

• Having a dryer

What did the speaker emphasize about the speech at the end?

• It was well-rehearsed

• It was too short

• It included many idioms

• It was written down