Experience
Describe a disagreement you had with a colleague or friend and how it was resolved
IELTS Speaking Part 2
Cue card
You should say:
- Who the disagreement involved and what the contentious topic was
- Why both perspectives held merit
- What constructive communication occurred to bridge the divide
- Explain how the resolution preserved or strengthened the relationship
Band 9 vocabulary
Consensus
/kənˈsen.səs/
A general agreement
Compromise
/ˈkɑːm.prə.maɪz/
An agreement reached by each side making concessions
Constructive
/kənˈstrʌk.tɪv/
Serving a useful purpose; tending to build up
Examiner tip
Showcase mature emotional intelligence (EQ) and active listening: 'we found common ground through calm discourse'.
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