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How to tell a story in sequence
Use setting, event, response, outcome and reflection.
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Try it step by step
- Set the scene briefly: who, where and when.
- Describe the event and your response in time order.
- Finish with the outcome and one reflection.
Example to adapt
- I missed my bus yesterday. I walked to the next stop and found another route. Next time I will leave earlier.
Self-check
- Did I answer the actual question?
- Did I include a reason, detail or example where appropriate?
- What one thing will I try differently next time?
Practise your answer
Use the existing speaking practice tools, or type instead. This is practice feedback, not an IELTS band score.
up to 60 seconds practice.