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IELTS Cue Card Sample Questions # Speeches

December 2, 2025 IELTS Research

Speeches are the one component of speaking that has the power to make a huge impact on lives of people. It was not just the idea of getting freedom but the right words spoken at the right time made people understand the importance and gave them the power to fight back. It was in the speeches of Hitler the power to move the entire Germany against the world. From times immemorial, it is the speeches that moved the world, influenced people and made things happen. And this time we are looking at a cue card that talks about a speech that you recently heard. responsive poster

Describe a speech that you heard recently. You should say:

who gave the speech

what the speech was about

whether it impressed you or not

and explain why did you like or dislike the speech.

SAMPLE ANSWER

I do love listening to speeches and have heard a lot of Ted Talks and speeches by great men of our times. Today I am going to talk about a speech that I recently heard on youtube. The speech was given by Mohammad Qahtani in 2015 at the world Championship of Public Speaking. The speech was titled “The Power of Words” and he started the speech with a clear message that he was going to carry home. He said,” Sugar is more dangerous than tobacco can ever be because there are so many people dying of diabetes”. For a second I did believe it and then he brings the idea home that words are indeed powerful.

Qahtani then carried forward with examples of how is friend died because his father refused to accept his accolades. Not only did the content fascinated me but the way he spoke it out was truly mesmerizing and impactful. The expressions and the voice modulation, it seemed as if he was telling a story and making people understand that words can make difference in the lives of people.

I really liked the speech for its content, the vividness with which he explained every incident and the purity that the message and the speaker had. It all seemed real and the power the message had moved me.

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IELTS Cue Card 2017 Questions # Conference

December 1, 2025 IELTS Research

In recent times, people have become more social, making them to attend conferences and meetings, social gatherings and so much more! This time we are looking at a cue card that was recently asked in the IELTS exam about an interesting conference that a person attended.

Describe an interesting conference that you attended. You should say –

why it was interesting

who the speaker was

what was talked about

Also, explain why you found it interesting and educating.

SAMPLE ANSWER

I have recently joined the Toastmasters community and it is all about public speaking and leadership. Last Friday, I attended a meeting held in my office. It was a district level conference and people from all of the communities in the district came to attend it. Like in all meetings, there were two main speakers and lot of table topics. But the one thing that made the meeting different from others was the quality of the speakers.

There were two main speakers. The first speaker explained how in the latest of times we have philosophized life to an extent that we have stopped living. It was a humorous speech and in the end the message was clear, life is about doing what you love and letting everything else pass by. The second speaker talked about dreams. How dreams have been the driving force for so many eras and the beautiful concept of understanding the present circumstances through dreams.

I really loved the speakers and the way they presented their thoughts. There was drama in the speech and one could visualize the words of the speakers making it impactful.

philosophized

Meaning – speculate or theorize about fundamental or serious issues, especially in a tedious or pompous way

Synonyms – theorize, speculate, pontificate, preach, sermonize moralize

circumstances

Meaning – a fact or condition connected with or relevant to an event or action

Synonyms – situation, conditions, state of affairs, position, events turn of events ,incidents ,occurrences, happenings, factors, context, background, environment

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Speaking -Part 2 (Cue Card): A successful family business.

November 29, 2025 IELTS Research

Speaking -Part 2 (Cue Card)

Tell us about a business in your family which is successful.

What is it?

Where is it?

Who all are the customers?

What makes it successful?

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Sample Answer

I belong to a business family. We are into the food processing business and operating in different parts of the country. This business is very lucrative as one can easily start it. My family members always believe in the idea of working for ourselves instead of working for others. Having an entrepreneurial approach, 50 years ago my grandparents decided to start a small bakery in Dehradun called The Best Bakers.

My grandmother had a keen interest in cooking and was also specialised in making bakery products. So, they decided to start this business from home with a small amount of capital. Our business started flourishing in no time due to the taste and right mix of products. Additionally, an apt marketing strategy and limited competition helped in the further expansion. Within the five years , they opened a new bakery in a reputed market having a high footfall. Subsequently, the annual turnover started increasing.

Most of the customers prefer fresh bakery products. Therefore, we always focus on maintaining the quality standards and reasonable prices. We cater to the needs of different types of customers of different age groups. Considering the demand of diversified customers, we provide the customised and personalised products. Our creativity team generates different marketing plans to attract and satisfy our customers. In our bakeries we provide both take-away and dine-in options. The interiors and display area are designed and created in such a way that more and more customers are attracted. We also provide uniforms to our staff to look professional, hygienic and well dressed. This helps in building a good image of our brand.

I am really tankful to my grandparents and parents to provide me an opportunity to run my family business. A business not only helps in earning profit but also creates value to the society. It also generates employment and provides customer satisfaction.

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CUE CARD – Describe a successful business you know.

November 28, 2025 IELTS Research

Speaking -Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a successful business you know .

You should say:

Who this person is?

How you knew him/her?

What business this person does?

Sample Answer

Without a doubt, managing a business is a demanding endeavour . The upcoming ups and downs require patience and preparation. A very small percentage of people pursue careers in business. Zoravar , one of my friends, is a successful businessman. He was the one who would always think outside the box in our group. He, however, had always desired to launch his own company, even if the rest of us were training for government employment in order to have a stable future. He was full of business ideas, none of which we would consider plausible. But he never wavered in his self-belief or his resolve to manage a profitable company. Last year I met him after a long time at a friend’s wedding, he acted just like he always did. Zoravar also made appearances on well-known podcasts. He currently owns multiple companies. My favourite project of his is his well-known clothing line. Both the pricing and the quality are really excellent.

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 SUCCESSFUL BUISNESS YOU KNOW.’

Q1. If you had the opportunity, what kind of business you would like to do?

To be honest, I have no interest in setting up a business but to answer the question I would start my own clothing brand since I love dressing up and try new outfits.

Q2. Do you agree or disagree that most young people want to be famous today?
Undoubtedly, significant number of individuals are drawn to the idea of getting prominent because of the lavish lifestyle, recognition and glamour associated with it.

Q3. What kind of people are most famous in your country today?

In my nation, those in the political and cultural spheres—such as dance, music, and theatre—are well-known. Talented people now have a large platform to become well-known thanks to social media. In fact, many have become instantly well-known overnight.