Describe a time when you changed your mind about something important.
This test has appeared in 2 seasons · 1 reported by test takers
- Sep–Dec/2026
- May–Aug/2026
Reported by test takers Forecast only
Part 1
The examiner asks about you and two familiar topics. About 4–5 minutes.
Work or study
- Do you work, or are you a student? (Why?)
- Why did you choose that job or that subject? (Tell me more about that.)
- What do you enjoy most about it? (Why?)
- Is there anything you would like to change about it? (Why?)
Gifts
- How often do you buy gifts for other people? (Tell me more about that.)
- What kind of gifts do you like to receive? (Tell me more about that.)
- What is the best gift you received when you were a child? (Tell me more about that.)
- Do you think it is better to give money or a gift? (Why is that?)
Shopping
- Do you enjoy shopping? (Why is that?)
- Do you prefer shopping online or in shops? (Why is that?)
- Who do you usually go shopping with? (Tell me more about that.)
- Is there anything you never enjoy buying? (Why is that?)
Part 2
One minute to prepare, then speak for one to two minutes.
Describe a time when you changed your mind about something important.
You should say:
- what the matter was
- what your opinion was at first
- what made you change your mind
and explain how you feel about the change now.
Follow-up question after your talk: Do you change your mind easily? / What made you see it differently?
Part 3
A broader, more abstract discussion of the Part 2 topic. About 4–5 minutes.
how people form their opinions
- Can you explain why social media has such a strong effect on people's opinions?
- In general, who has the most influence on young people's opinions in your country?
- How would you compare the way older people form their opinions with the way younger people do?
changing your mind
- Can you describe the reasons people refuse to change their views?
- In general, what do you think about the idea that changing your mind is a sign of weakness?
- Can you speculate on how willing people will be to listen to other views in the future?
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