Scene 01
The microphone finds you
Under the gallery chandeliers, the host suddenly calls your name. Leo, the event organiser, presses the microphone into your hand. Like a Part 2 cue card, you have moments to choose an angle and commit to it.
CEFR C1IELTS Speaking Part 2~12 min4 chapters per route
Interactive English speaking story
The Long Turn
Two minutes, one microphone, and the most important thing you will ever say.
At a gala honouring your retiring mentor, you are handed the microphone with no warning. Shape a two-minute speech, a tribute or a pitch, that holds the whole room. This is the IELTS Speaking Part 2 cue-card long turn, live and unforgiving.
ในงานกาลาที่ยกย่องอาจารย์ผู้เกษียณของคุณ คุณถูกยื่นไมโครโฟนให้โดยไม่ทันตั้งตัว จงเรียบเรียงคำพูดสองนาที ไม่ว่าจะเป็นคำสดุดีหรือการนำเสนอ ที่ตรึงคนทั้งห้องไว้ได้ นี่คือการพูดยาวจากบัตรคำถาม IELTS Speaking พาร์ต 2 แบบสดและไม่ปรานี
You play
The surprise speaker at a mentor's farewell gala
Shape a structured two-minute long turn, a tribute or a pitch, that holds the whole room.
Speak aloud · a few missed words are okay · 2 endings
A story that changes with your voice
Preview the opening chapters
Follow one possible opening route below. Your choices lead to different outcomes. Speaking rehearsals revisit your chosen route after its resolution and are counted separately from the story chapters.
Scene 02
The body of the tribute
Mira, your mentor's oldest colleague, nods you on. A Part 2 long turn needs a body, not just an opening. Anchor it in a vivid memory, or in the emotion you want the room to feel.
Scene 03
Shape and finish
Mira taps her watch: thirty seconds left. Part 2 marks reward a clear arc. Grab attention with a bold hook, or close with a summary that leaves a lasting impression.
Useful expressions
English you can actually say
- 01I would like to open my tribute with a story that shows real gratitude.
- 02I would suggest opening the pitch with a clear promise and strong evidence.
- 03I would like to share a vivid memory that captures his lasting influence.
- 04I would like to express deep gratitude while keeping my voice calm and steady.
- 05I would like to explain the urgent problem before I offer a practical solution.
Story vocabulary
Words you meet in context
- tribute
- คำสดุดี
- pitch
- การนำเสนอ
- gratitude
- ความกตัญญู
- vivid
- ชัดเจนเหมือนเห็นภาพ
- memory
- ความทรงจำ
- composure
- ความสงบนิ่ง
- urgent
- เร่งด่วน
- benefit
- ประโยชน์
Choose your support
One story, three speaking modes
Echo
See the full model sentence, then say it aloud. Best when you want maximum support.
Remix
Use a clue and build the sentence yourself. Best for flexible everyday speaking.
Improv
Respond naturally in your own words. Best when you want a real conversation challenge.
Questions about this story
What English level is The Long Turn?
The Long Turn is written for CEFR C1 learners. The level describes the story's target language difficulty, not an official proficiency assessment.
How do I play The Long Turn?
Choose what you want to say, speak the response aloud, and continue when your meaning is clear. Echo, Remix and Improv modes provide different amounts of support.
Can I practise The Long Turn for free?
Yes. Create a free account to use the Pine Speak trial. Continued access after the trial requires a Story Pass.
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