Band 7:  Describe a person who persuaded you to do something You should say When it happened What he/she persuaded you to do Why he/she persuaded you to do it And explain whether you did it at last (User-Submitted IELTS Speaking Answer)

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I'd like to share my experience of being persuaded by my best friend, Wei Wei. Our friendship has lasted for over 30 years since we were classmates in secondary school. Luckily, after graduation, we both went to the same city, continuing to develop our friendship. I vividly remember a weekend last July when my family, including my wife and our daughter, went to Wei Wei's home for a family visit. Everything went well in the morning; however, it took a turn after a long time. There was an argument between my wife and me about different political views. After a short while, the disagreements escalated. I felt very angry and left the table immediately. Wei Wei noticed this, followed me, and we both went downstairs. When we were together, he told me that I had crossed the line and hurt my wife deeply with my words. He reminded me of the importance of cherishing family and maintaining a harmonious relationship. He suggested that I apologize to my wife and foster a nurturing environment for our daughter. After much contemplation, I realized Wei Wei was right, and I followed his advice. I approached my wife and...

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I’d like to share my experience of being persuaded by my best friend, Wei Wei is my best friend. Our friendship has lasted for over 30 years since we were classmates in secondary school. Luckily after graduation, we both went to the same city, continuing to develop our friendship. I vividly remember on weekend last July, my family including my wife and our daughter went to Wei Wei’s home to have a family visit. Everything went well in the morning, however since it took a turn at a long time. There was an argument between my wife and I about different political views. After a short while, the disagreements escalated. I felt very angry and left the table immediately. Wei Wei noticed this, he followed me and we both went downstairs. When we were together, he told me that I had crossed the line and hurt my wife deeply with my words. He reminded me the importance of cherishing a family and maintaining a harmonious relationship in a family. He suggested me to apologize to my wife and fostering a natural environment for our daughter. After much contemplation, I realized Wei Wei was right and I followed his advice. I approached my wife and…

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