Tell me about a time a stranger or someone you didn't know well was really kind to you.

B Natural answer

A few months ago, I was moving to a new apartment and struggling with two heavy suitcases at the train station. A woman I had never met before stopped and helped me carry my bags up the stairs. She did not have to do that at all. After that, she waited with me until my train arrived, just making small talk so I would not feel stressed. Before she left, she pointed me toward the right platform and made sure I got home safely. I still think about her kindness whenever I am having a bad day.

Key phrases in this answer

• helped me carry my bags — assisted me with heavy luggage or shopping“She helped me carry my bags up the stairs.”
• waited with me — stayed beside me while I waited“He waited with me until the bus arrived.”
• made sure I got home safely — checked that I arrived home without danger“My cousin made sure I got home safely after the party.”
• paid for my bus ride — paid the bus fare for me“A stranger paid for my bus ride when I forgot my wallet.”
• gave me his umbrella — lent or handed me an umbrella“It started raining, and he gave me his umbrella.”
• stood up for me — defended me when others were unfair“She stood up for me when people were being rude.”