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IELTS CUE CARD – Describe an important journey that was delayed

April 13, 2024 IELTS Research

Describe an important journey that was delayed

Why was it important

What caused the delay

What happened at the end

IELTS Speaking latest cue card 2020. Describe an important journey that was delayed? Why was it important? What caused the delay? What happened at the end?

SAMPLE ANSWER

I travel often and have had wonderful experience mostly. But there was one particular journey recently which I can recall was delayed and turned into an adventure. I always try to be punctual but on this particular journey when although I was on time, my journey was delayed. It was due to my own error and carelessness. I was supposed to travel from Delhi to Jaipur on a Sunday evening so that I could attend my cousin’s wedding.

Since I wanted to be on time to attend the ceremony I booked a flight for Sunday 4:30 pm and reached the airport accordingly. But, to my horror I was stopped by the security personnel at the entrance and on scrutinizing my ticket was denied permission to enter the airport.

I was informed that I’d missed my flight. For a minute I couldn’t understand how I could miss my flight as I h’d reached the airport 2 hours before the scheduled departure. When I pleaded with the security personnel explaining the urgency of my visit he allowed me to go to the airline counter situated adjacent to the entry gates.

The executive at the desk inspected my ticket. He told me that I h’d booked the morning 4:30 am flight instead of the evening one. I was completely shocked to realise my mistake and at the same time got worried how I would reach Jaipur.

I requested the airline staff to help me out. All of them were very cooperative and they informed me that only one seat was available in the last flight to Jaipur at 7 pm. I could either buy that ticket which was exorbitantly priced or wait for an hour before boarding.

In case no traveler bought that ticket then the airline had a policy that as a goodwill gesture to its customers it would adjust the price of the ticket for the missed flight and on payment of additional nominal fee I would be allowed to board this last flight.

I was kept waiting for about 45 minutes which were like a nightmare for me. I kept praying to God to help me tide over this crisis. Eventually, the airline staff beckoned me and after completing the formalities I was handed over the boarding pass. I quickly made way back towards the security area and reached the boarding gate on time.

As I sat in the aircraft I sighed with relief, looking forward to attending and enjoying the wedding celebrations.

STRONG WORDS

WORDS	MEANING
Exorbitantly	unreasonably high
Gesture	something said or done to indicate intention
Beckoned (past tense)	to summon
Sighed (past tense)	a long deep audible exhalation expressing sadness or relief

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IELTS CUE CARD – Describe a place where you want to read and write apart from your home

April 4, 2024 IELTS Research

IELTS CUE CARD – Describe a place where you want to read and write apart from your home

Describe a place where you want to read and write apart from your home

what is it

where is it

why do you go there to read and write

IELTS Speaking latest cue card 2020. Describe a place where you want to read and write apart from your home? Best BAND7 IELTS Dehradun IELTS online simulator IELTS BAND 7 Coaching Classes

SAMPLE ANSWER

There are many places apart from my home where I read and write. One such place is my college library. It’s a new library that has been recently built in the college premises. The building is a beautiful structure with three floors. Each floor is dedicated to different genre of books. On the third floor there is a cafeteria and books for children to pass their leisure time. The students can bring their children as well.

I believe it’s a great initiative to inculcate reading habits in them. The furniture provided there is also very comfortable. This library provides several dedicated work stations with computers and internet connection. Besides that it also has online resources which the students can access and also save the relevant data on their laptops and other devices. All these features make it different from traditional libraries. In fact many students are attracted to visit this library for reference work.

I am studying a course in Travel and Tourism which requires a lot of research on other countries. The library has the latest collection of books on tourism industry. Some books are for reference only and can’t be borrowed so I often visit here to make notes. During my exams I go there every day as it helps me concentrate better than home. I love the ambience of the library. The librarian is also very helpful. He is always ready to search the required books for the students who come here.

Many of my friends also visit this library for making notes and consulting books for their research work. I believe it is one of the best places in the campus of the college to read and study peacefully.

STRONG WORDS

WORDS	MEANING
Genre	a style or category of art, music or literature
Traditional	existing in or as part of a tradition, long established
Ambience	the character and atmosphere of a place

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CUE CARD – Describe a place where you go to do outdoor activities or play sports

August 1, 2023 Ayushi Rawat

Speaking -Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a place where you go to do outdoor activities or play sports.

You should say:

Where is it located?

What activities can you do at this place?

How often do you go there?

Sample Answer

Health is wealth, an adage that I follow religiously, especially in this contemporary period where health is often neglected due to increased workload and indolence. To keep up with my health, I perform various activities like swimming, yoga, and running; among these, my favourite is yoga. Doing yoga fills me with vitality and invigorates me both physically and mentally. I perform it in an open place that is 100 meters away from my home. One can perform numerous activities since it has a large space that can accommodate many people without any inconvenience, but since it is away from the hustle and bustle of the city, it doesn’t have many visitors; only those who live nearby are seen. The place has a calm and verdant environment. I regularly visit that place with my friends and sometimes even independently. The place is completely safe, as it is guarded by the army. The place is much cleaner than any other place in my town.

STRONG WORDS

Word	Meaning	Sentence
Invigorates	To make somebody feel healthy, fresh and full of energy	I felt invigorated after working out for half an hour
Vitality	Energy	Her performance lacked vitality

Speaking -Part 3 (Follow up questions)
Here are some examples of follow up questions that examiner may ask during your speaking (part 3) related to cue card ‘Describe a place where you go to do outdoor activities or play sports’.

Q1. Are outdoor activities better than indoor activities?

Well, I believe both have their own advantages. Engaging in both indoor and outdoor activities can considerably stimulate a healthy and balanced lifestyle.

Q2. What outdoor activities do young people like to do?

Young people usually don’t get much time for outdoor activities due to their hectic schedules. However, some still manage to get some free time to keep themselves fit by going for a walk or playing their favourite sports.

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CUE CARD – Describe a time when you saw a lot of plastic waste

July 25, 2023 Ayushi Rawat

Speaking -Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a time when you saw a lot of plastic waste.

You should say:

When did you see it?

Where did you see it?

How you felt after seeing it?

Sample Answer

Plastic waste has become an emerging problem in various states and has caused a lot of damage to human life. It is very common to see plastic after every hundred meters. I explicitly remember last year, my friends and I planned a trip to Goa. We had a lot of fun there and explored some interesting places. Goa is famous for its exquisite beaches and mesmerising sunsets. We went to one of the famous beaches in Goa. The place was truly amazing and had beautiful spots. We were completely lost in admiring the beauty of that place until we noticed a heap of plastic garbage near the beach. It had flies over it, garbage littered everywhere, and a constant pungent smell of rotten and stale food. Undoubtedly, it was a blot on the beauty of that place. The worst part was that animals nearby were consuming it, which could be highly lethal for their health. We decided to give that place a new look and make our trip memorable. We knew it was not a piece of cake, but we couldn’t just get away from that mess. We were filled with firm determination to clean it, so we divided ourselves into two groups, which had different tasks. One group will collect garbage, while the other will clean. Watching us, other tourists initiated joining us, and it became a big hit. We were able to clean the place within an hour. It was not less than a victory for each of us. The localities appreciated her efforts and apologised for the negligence they showed towards that place; they even assured her that from now on they would definitely take care of that place and would be vigilant about it.

STRONG WORDS

Word	Meaning	Sentence
Pungent	Strong or sharp smell	Fresh turmeric is more powerful and pungent, then the dried Stuff.
Lethal	Deadly	Any sharp pointed object is potentially a little weapon.

Speaking -Part 3 (Follow up questions)
Here are some examples of follow up questions that examiner may ask during your speaking (part 3) related to cue card ‘Describe a time when you sew a lot of plastic waste’.

Q1. Why do people often like to use plastic?

I reckon, the ultimate reason why people use plastic is that it is durable, as it takes years to deteriorate since it has a longer lifespan than other alternatives. Another reason why people prefer plastic is because it is cheaper than other options available, for example, jute or paper bags.

Q2. How can we reduce the use of plastic?

There are multiple ways in which we can eliminate plastic consumption; for instance, we can opt for eco-friendly options like Jute bags in place of plastic bags. Apart from this, instead of using plastic containers or bottles, we can switch to steel or aluminium products.

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