Candidate task cardan event that surprised you

Describe an event that surprised you.

You should say:

  1. 1what the event was~30s
  2. 2when and where it happened~30s
  3. 3why it was surprising~30s
  4. 4and explain how you felt about it~30s
1 min plan1–2 min talkYour band + one fix
Reported in June 2026 Daily Routine & Life

Plan it in one minute

What each point needs, about 30 seconds on each.

  1. 1What the event wasSet the scene: a real time, place or person. Specific beats impressive.
  2. 2When and where it happenedOne keyword and one example is enough.
  3. 3Why it was surprisingOne keyword and one example is enough.
  4. 4Explain how you felt about itThis is your ending. One clear reason or lesson, said with confidence.

Your turn: talk through the card

Describe an event that surprised you.

Talk for one to two minutes, one point at a time. Nothing is uploaded.

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